The review of the Hotel Planet in Bhaktapur, Nepal. Why choose this hotel over others in Bhaktapur: for the free wifi, the guide who speaks Italian, the pick up service at the airport.
Usually when planning a trip, first of all you book a flight. And once you have the ticket in your hand, the second thought is “where am I going to sleep?”. As for me I am looking for a place close to what I have to visit, quite cheap and that has all the services I need. What not to forget, it must be a place where you can feel a little at home, because being pampered even abroad never hurts.
So if you are planning a trip to Nepal and want to visit Bhaktapur, but also Kathmandu and all that the Valley has to offer I have the hotel for you: thePlanet Hotel in Bhaktapur.
Located on a hill it is 15 minutes walk from the center of Bhaktapur. It is a real oasis of peace, away from the hustle and bustle of the city.
The hotel has 13 rooms very large on two levels overlooking the internal courtyard. All rooms have a bathroom and are equipped with hot water, which is not always found in these parts. In addition, some also have a television. Throughout the hotel you can use the Wi-FI for free. In Nepal, the power often blows during the day, but here you don't have to worry as an auxiliary generator ensures a constant electricity supply.
Among the paid services that the Planet offers its guests there are the Laundry and pick-up from the airport of Khatmandu to the hotel.
A hotel cannot go on without a staff and here we are not talking about just any people, but really special people who make you feel important. They help you get visa to see Bhaktapur city, UNESCO heritage and in case of need they can change the various currencies, without having to go to the bank. What's more, they also organize trekking and visits from Nepal. Also there is the possibility of having the drive to the Khatmandu Valley also in Italian. This is because we must not forget to tell you that the "creator" of this Little Italy is a fantastic Italian gentleman, Francesco, who passed on all his love and passion to his staff, leaving the reins to Yam, now his successor.
As you know, when we travel we Italians look for the comforts of home, especially in the kitchen. At the Planet even on these you will not be disappointed. At the restaurant the "Beautiful Nepali”You can enjoy excellent Italian cuisine, occasionally a little revisited, and of course the Nepalese one. The restaurant is open by reservation for lunch and every evening, not only for guests, but also for external visitors.
A day cannot leave without one Enjoy your breakfast and even in this case you will be thrilled: toast, pancakes, pudding, fresh fruit, tea, coffee, of course the sensational yoghurt from Bhaktapur and much more.
To conclude with a flourish, go up to the roof and admire the beautiful surrounding valley and on clear days the imposing Himalayan range in the background.
The Planet Hotel in Bhaktapur is a magical place to relax and feel at home, with an excellent quality / price ratio. What can I say, try it and you will want to keep coming back.
