Peacock Guest House

We loved staying at the Peacock Guest House!! It sits in a really great location in Dattatreya Square, so there’s always something to see right outside the front door. We loved how this 700 year old building has been so lovingly restored to present a comfortable, stylish hotel that is also sympathetic to its Newari roots. The showers were hot, the rooms comfortable, cosy and warm. A hiccup in our plans meant we needed to stay one more night than we had booked and the owners accommodated us without any problem. In fact, they were such lovely people and really made the experience pleasant. With such a beautiful hotel to stay in, we didn’t mind staying an extra night as it gave us a chance to explore Bhaktapur even more. And because they’re so centrally located it was easy to get out and see local attractions like Durbar Square and Pottery Square. We look forward to staying here again when we return to. Bhaktapur in the future.

I have been coming and going to the Kathmandu valley in Nepal for the better part of two decades, and the Peacock Guesthouse is my favorite place to stay. It has the feel of a home away from home. The guesthouse is run by Arun, the manager, and his family, who are always so caring and attentive. Tucked away in the ancient city of Bhaktapur and surrounded by the peacefulness of the Dattatreya Square, you will feel transported back 700 years in this brick-and-wooden-delight of a building. Leave the chaos of Kathmandu behind and stay here instead; perch yourself on the main patio or the rooftop patio with a book, a drink or both; or have a beer in the veranda while watching the endless festivities, processions, and the trumpeters and drummers pass you by as they transverse the square. I look forward to my morning milk coffee breakfast, which includes fresh fruit, eggs any kind and vegetables; and of course, the juju dhau (look it up); plus good Newari and Asian fare for dinner. The rooms are spacious and clean, beds are comfy, but don’t forget stoop if you are tall. All and all, it’s a best kept secret, but it shouldn’t be.

We stay here every time we go to Bhaktapur. The staff is amazing, the location is very convenient to Bhaktapur Durbar Square, Dattretraya Square, and all of historic Bhaktapur. The space is cozy and unlike anyplace outside of Nepal. Ceilings are quite low, so watch your head.

We got two interconnected rooms that worked perfectly as a family suite. The rooms were so beautiful it was hard to leave. We felt like we were in a temple or museum, with plenty of beds and sitting nooks. Far away from traffic, but close enough to be able to observe it all from our window. The entire guesthouse is gorgeous, everyone was friendly, and the momos we had at the cafe were among the best momos we had in Nepal. Perfect location, a short walk from most of the squares. The only part of the rooms that could use an upgrade (or a shower stall) is the bathrooms.

Home away from home 🏡 very nice ambience, family friendly and superb service, I would highly recommend very friendly management who went above and beyond to make our stay enjoyable. Room are clean and spacious, located near Dattatraya temple 🛕. Everyone are very nice and make you feel welcomed....And yes Very Restaurant was just great 👍 The place was clean and smelled good the staff the food was absolutely exquisite...food is exceptional very tasty and well prepared and you can choose among many menu options. I love the service and place and host is so friendly!!# And yes l also liked Morning Dhum🙏 Collection of wooden craft was just amazing

We stayed here overnight at the recommendation if friends. Great central location, and quiet. Rather overpriced however. Spacious, nicely decorated en suite room in 15tjh century building. Lovely large breakfast in central courtyard.