Varanasi

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Where to stay in Varanasi

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Lanka

Though Lanka might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Sant Ravidas Ghat and Asi Ghat.

Lanka
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Godaulia

While Godaulia isn't home to many top sights, JVH Mall and Kashi Vishwanath Temple are some notable places to visit nearby.

Godaulia
Morning river paddle on the Ganges, Varanasi.

Sigra

When in Sigra, you can plan a visit to Kashi Vishwanath Temple and Dasaswamedh ghat, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Sigra
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Mahmoorganj

Though Mahmoorganj might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Hanuman Ghat and Tulsi Ghat.

Mahmoorganj
Varanasi which includes religious elements as well as an individual male

Varanasi Nagar Nigam

While Varanasi Nagar Nigam might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like JVH Mall and Kashi Vishwanath Temple.

Varanasi Nagar Nigam
DoubleTree by Hilton Varanasi
DoubleTree by Hilton Varanasi
4 out of 5
SA 2/320 Chhota Lalpur, Pandeypur, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh
The price is AED82 per night from Jun 2 to Jun 3
AED82
per night
Jun 2 - Jun 3
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Varanasi. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Kashi Vishwanath Temple and ...
7.4/10 Good! (26 reviews)
"Awesome ambience and friendly staff, would like to stay again in the near future."

Reviewed on 13 May, 2024

DoubleTree by Hilton Varanasi
Taj Ganges, Varanasi
Taj Ganges, Varanasi
5 out of 5
Nadesar Palace Grounds, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh
The price is AED145 per night from Jun 2 to Jun 3
AED145
per night
Jun 2 - Jun 3
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Varanasi. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (346 reviews)
"It was all good"

Reviewed on 2 May, 2024

Taj Ganges, Varanasi
BrijRama Palace, Varanasi - By the Ganges
BrijRama Palace, Varanasi - By the Ganges
4.5 out of 5
Munshi Ghat, Near Dashaswamedh, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh
The price is AED313 per night from Jun 8 to Jun 9
AED313
per night
Jun 8 - Jun 9
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Varanasi. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 24-hour room service. Popular attractions Kashi Vishwanath Temple and ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (162 reviews)
"You get to stay in an actual palace! The staff is very attentive, courteous. and provide their services promptly."

Reviewed on 28 May, 2024

BrijRama Palace, Varanasi - By the Ganges
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Neerja Guest House, super closer to Assi Ghat and famous temples
Neerja Guest House, super closer to Assi Ghat and famous temples
Varanasi
Stay at this vacation home in Varanasi. Enjoy free WiFi. Popular attractions Kashi Vishwanath Temple and Dasaswamedh ghat are located nearby.
4/10 (1 review)
"I have travelled a lot and on that basis I am giving this feedback. It was a poor stay at Neerja Niwas. I had made full payment at the time of booking for 5 adults and 1 child and it was understood that there was no extra payment needed as there was nothing mentioned in the terms and conditions, ..."

Reviewed on 12 May, 2024

Neerja Guest House, super closer to Assi Ghat and famous temples
Serene Stay 5bhk Luxury Villa Varanasi
Serene Stay 5bhk Luxury Villa Varanasi
Varanasi
Stay at this villa in Varanasi. Enjoy air conditioning. Popular attractions Kashi Vishwanath Temple and Dasaswamedh ghat are located nearby.
10/10 Exceptional! (1 review)
"綺麗な場所、シャワーの水圧なども問題なく快適にすごせました。"

Reviewed on 26 Mar, 2024

Serene Stay 5bhk Luxury Villa Varanasi
Only 1.5KM away from Kashi Vishwanath Temple, My place resides in heart of Kashi
Only 1.5KM away from Kashi Vishwanath Temple, My place resides in heart of Kashi
Varanasi
Stay at this vacation home in Varanasi. Enjoy air conditioning. Popular attractions Kashi Vishwanath Temple and Dasaswamedh ghat are located nearby.
Only 1.5KM away from Kashi Vishwanath Temple, My place resides in heart of Kashi
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Varanasi

4.1
Top Destination
5 - Excellent
21
" "5 - Excellent 52.5%
4 - Good
10
" "4 - Good 25%
3 - Okay
5
" "3 - Okay 12.5%
2 - Disappointing
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" "2 - Disappointing 2.5%
1 - Terrible
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" "1 - Terrible 7.5%

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler
Mar 10, 2020

Unique experience.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler
Jan 31, 2020

I had good time in Varanasi . Boat ride and Aarati on river Ganga was excellent in evening. It’s more then 400 years old city , lots of visitors from all around world . Government is spending lots of time and money. Airport is very well built

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler
Oct 9, 2019

Be prepared, Varanasi is not like anyplace we have been. It is a crowded, crazy and amazing.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler
Sep 22, 2019

It depends on what you are looking for- if a spiritual journey, then the chaos and the smells of a crowded city will not be a problem. If you are looking for anything else to just have comfort, may be you can go somewhere else.

1/5 - Terrible

Verified traveler
Sep 4, 2019

This hotel is a rip off!

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler
Jun 30, 2019

Do not come in summer is very hot.