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Recommended hotels in Varanasi

A building with a red brick facade, multiple arched windows, and a blue spiral staircase.

1. Taj Ganges, Varanasi

Taj Ganges, Varanasi
5.0 star property
Varanasi
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (544 reviews)
"It is a very well kept and maintained property and the staff is very friendly. Very happy with the top class hospitality."
United States
Shweta
The price is ฿6,170
฿7,281 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Taj Ganges, Varanasi
A multi-story hotel with a prominent sign reading "HOTEL DOLPHIN GRAND".

2. HOTEL DOLPHIN GRAND

HOTEL DOLPHIN GRAND
3.0 star property
Varanasi
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (123 reviews)
"Really clean room & good shower with a functiong mixer tap unlike a lot of hotels in India. The housekeeping, reception, travel agency & food/beverage teams were all excellent. You could tell they were proud of working for the hotel. I would rate it as the best hotel in my 3 week stay in India."
United Kingdom
terence
The price is ฿1,944
฿2,041 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Oct - 18 Oct
HOTEL DOLPHIN GRAND
A hotel with a prominent tower and arches.

3. Hotel Surya

Hotel Surya
3.5 star property
Varanasi
7.6 out of 10, Good, (132 reviews)
"Food choices were better than in 5 star hotel we stayed. Welcoming staff. Would stay again "
United States
Kristina
The price is ฿1,745
฿2,137 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Hotel Surya
A multi-story Radisson hotel with a modern facade, surrounded by lush greenery.

4. Radisson Hotel Varanasi

Radisson Hotel Varanasi
4.5 star property
Varanasi
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (189 reviews)
"Clean room smooth flawless Checkin polite helpful staff , excellent Breakfast …. Will definitely come back again"
Canada
ARUN
The price is ฿3,649
฿4,306 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Radisson Hotel Varanasi
A red brick building with a sign for Hotel Ananda Kashi.

5. Hotel Ananda Kashi

Hotel Ananda Kashi
3.0 star property
Varanasi
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (26 reviews)
"Very comfortable, nice hotel with a great restaurant, I highly recommend"
United States
Samuel L
The price is ฿2,015
฿2,116 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Hotel Ananda Kashi
A doorway with ornate metalwork and a wooden floor leading into a room.

6. Hotel Divyakashi homestay

Hotel Divyakashi homestay
2.0 star property
Varanasi
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2 reviews)
"Overall nice staying there"
Canada
Disha
The price is ฿629
฿660 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Oct - 18 Oct
Hotel Divyakashi homestay
A hallway with wooden double doors, a checkered floor, and a red fire hose on the wall.

7. Shiv Ashray

Shiv Ashray
2.0 star property
Varanasi
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (8 reviews)
"Good property closer to gate 4 temple."
United States
Toral
The price is ฿1,213
฿1,273 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
Shiv Ashray
A multi-story building with a large mural of a traditional figure on the facade, air conditioning units, and a visible staircase.

8. Diamond Hotel

Diamond Hotel
3.5 star property
Varanasi
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (51 reviews)
"Excellent hotel with good food and breakfast!!"
United States
Sairam
The price is ฿1,988
฿2,088 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Oct - 18 Oct
Diamond Hotel
A rooftop dining area with tables set for meals, hanging pendant lights, and a city view.

9. Luxuria Varanasi by Moustache

Luxuria Varanasi by Moustache
3.5 star property
Sigra
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (3 reviews)
"Good location with access to all Benaras has to offer including temples and ghats. Hotel was very comfortable and excellent service maintaining the property and really good food."
United States
Anuj
The price is ฿1,713
฿1,799 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Oct - 22 Oct
Luxuria Varanasi by Moustache
A hotel with a classic facade, multiple windows, and a well-lit entrance.

10. Hotel Shri Vinayak

Hotel Shri Vinayak
4.0 star property
Varanasi
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2 reviews)
"The property had an amazing ambience, also it was so clean and beautiful it gave the feel of a 5 star property. The staff was really polite and helpful. Had a great experience"
United Kingdom
anshika
The price is ฿1,428
฿1,499 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Oct - 25 Oct
Hotel Shri Vinayak
A hotel entrance with a glass door, potted plants, and a sign indicating it offers bed and breakfast services.

11. Shree Inn

Shree Inn
2.0 star property
Varanasi
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (5 reviews)
"Room was definitly above expectations for price point. Service was excellent. Great location. Very clean."
United States
David
The price is ฿793
฿833 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Oct - 25 Oct
Shree Inn
A multi-story hotel with a grand entrance, multiple balconies, and a well-lit facade.

12. Hotel Rio Benaras

Hotel Rio Benaras
3.5 star property
Varanasi
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (3 reviews)
"It was good hotel to stay "
United States
PRAMUKH
The price is ฿1,745
฿1,833 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Hotel Rio Benaras
A modern bathroom with a glass-enclosed shower, a white toilet, and a sink with a mirror above it.

13. Hotel Sunayana Guest House - Varanasi

Hotel Sunayana Guest House - Varanasi
2.0 star property
Varanasi
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (5 reviews)
"This hotel made my trip special The environment was relaxing the service was nice and the rooms were well designed  I’ll return"
United Kingdom
Shylah
The price is ฿685
฿719 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Nov - 14 Nov
Hotel Sunayana Guest House - Varanasi
A modern building with a sloped roof, large glass windows, and a series of steps leading to a door.

14. The Urban Villa

The Urban Villa
3.0 star property
Mahmoorganj
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (11 reviews)
"Nice stay"
United Kingdom
Kajal
The price is ฿1,516
฿1,592 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Oct - 18 Oct
The Urban Villa
A modern building with a sign reading 'JJ Plaza' and a staircase leading to the entrance.

15. J J Plaza JHV Cantonment Varanasi

J J Plaza JHV Cantonment Varanasi
3.0 star property
Varanasi
The price is ฿3,526
฿4,161 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Oct - 18 Oct
J J Plaza JHV Cantonment Varanasi
A hotel entrance with a neon sign indicating availability of AC and non-AC rooms.

16. Butterfly Inn

Butterfly Inn
2.0 star property
Varanasi
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"Very nice for a hotel on a ghat. Quiet enough. Spectacularly clean and newly refurbished rooms. Helpful and kind staff. "
United States
Aparna
The price is ฿762
฿800 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Oct - 29 Oct
Butterfly Inn
A hotel reception area with a neon sign, potted plants, and a green mat leading to the entrance.

17. HOTEL SWARNA PALACE

HOTEL SWARNA PALACE
2.5 star property
Varanasi
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2 reviews)
"Convineant stay I like this Hotel "
United Kingdom
Mohit Kumar
The price is ฿428
฿450 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Oct - 18 Oct
HOTEL SWARNA PALACE
A multi-story hotel with a balcony on the second floor, a sign indicating it is a Sterling Varanasi hotel, and a gated entrance with potted plants.

18. Sterling Varanasi

Sterling Varanasi
3.0 star property
Varanasi
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"The hospitality was excellent, the staff were courteous and friendly the housekeeping was good and food was great."
India
Vijay Kumar
The price is ฿3,181
฿3,754 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
Sterling Varanasi
A building with a sign reading "Yash Residency Varanasi" and is decorated with string lights.

19. Hotel Yash Residency Assi Ghat & Bhu

Hotel Yash Residency Assi Ghat & Bhu
2.5 star property
Varanasi
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (82 reviews)
"Rooms were comfortable, staff friendly and food excellent ."
United Kingdom
Adv kaoshik
The price is ฿970
฿1,018 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct
Hotel Yash Residency Assi Ghat & Bhu
Front of property

20. Hotel Kiaara

Hotel Kiaara
3.5 star property
Varanasi
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (37 reviews)
"This is a very good hotel "
United Kingdom
Mohit
The price is ฿1,349
฿1,416 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Hotel Kiaara
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Top Varanasi Hotel Reviews

Avantika By The Ganges, IHCL Seleqtions

Avantika By The Ganges, IHCL Seleqtions

10/10 Excellent
"Beautiful property.. can be only accessed by their private boat or through the old lanes of Banaras. Overall a beautiful place and a wonderful experience."
Roopika 3-night trip
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Avantika By The Ganges, IHCL Seleqtions

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