The Banaras Hotel - Varanasi

$$$$||View on mapVaranasi, India36 Godowlia Road, Varanasi, India, 221001|
5.8
Needs improvement
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The Banaras Hotel - Varanasi
36 Godowlia Road, Varanasi, India, 221001·View on map
$$$$
Overall Score
Needs improvement
5.8Needs improvement
Location8.0
Staff7.4
Who stays here
Families53%
Groups15%
Couples14%
Solo11%

Overview

Overall Score
Needs improvement
5.8Needs improvement
Location8.0
Staff7.4
Who stays here
Families53%
Groups15%
Couples14%
Solo11%

4-star hotel with walkable access to Kashi Vishwanath Temple and Dasaswamedh Ghat in Varanasi

Location & Landmarks

The Banaras Hotel Varanasi sits within 400 meters of Kashi Vishwanath Temple and 500 meters of Dasaswamedh Ghat. The hotel is also near Kedar Ghat and Harishchandra Ghat, both at walking distance. An excellent location score of 8.0 underscores the property's proximity to Varanasi's key pilgrimage and tourist attractions.

Room Types & Amenities

The Banaras Hotel offers air-conditioned rooms, each with a private bathroom, flat-screen TV, and wardrobe. Certain units include a balcony, providing outdoor views of the city and market. The hotel provides a range of room types, including options with balconies.

Guest Services

A 24-hour front desk is available at Hotel Banaras Varanasi for check-ins and inquiries. Room service is offered for in-room dining. Free WiFi is provided throughout the property.

Facilities & Comforts

A scenic terrace at Banaras Hotel Varanasi overlooks the Godowlia market and cityscape. The property is 28 km from Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport. The hotel features flat-screen TVs and private bathrooms in all guest rooms.

Cultural & Pilgrimage Access

The Banaras Hotel is located in Godowlia, putting major ghats and temples within walking distance. The property is a 4-star hotel that caters to both tourists and pilgrims exploring Varanasi's cultural heritage. Guests can easily walk to Manikarnika Ghat, Kedar Ghat, and other significant landmarks.

  • Location: 400 m from Kashi Vishwanath Temple and 500 m from Dasaswamedh Ghat
  • Rooms: Air-conditioned units with balcony and flat-screen TV
  • Services: 24-hour front desk and room service
  • View: Scenic terrace overlooking Godowlia market
  • Access: Walking distance to Kedar Ghat and Harishchandra Ghat
Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 12:00-23:30
from 11:00-12:00
Amenities
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.
Other information
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Building
Number of rooms:40
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Rooms and availability

8 Bed Dormitory Room Dormitory Room Mixed
  • Max:
    1 person
  • Bed options:
    8 Single beds
Deluxe Double Room
  • Max:
    1 person
  • Bed options:
    1 Single bed
Standard Double Room
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 Double bed
  • Shower
  • Heating

Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi
Parking
Luggage storage
24-hour services

24-hour reception

TV

Flat-screen TV

Kitchen facilities

Electric kettle

No pets allowed
Air conditioning

Services

  • Room service

Room view

  • City view

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Terrace
  • Tea and coffee facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
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Essential information about The Banaras Hotel

💵 Lowest room price 3307 INR
📏 Distance to centre 3.5 km
✈️ Distance to airport 29.8 km
🧳 Nearest airport Varanasi, VNS

Location

36 Godowlia Road, Varanasi, India, 221001
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36 Godowlia Road, Varanasi, India, 221001
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36 Godowlia Road, Varanasi, India, 221001
  • City landmarks
  • Nearby
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Dasaswamedh Ghat Road Bangali Tola
Dashashwamedh Ghat
550 m
Lahori Tola
Shri Kashi Vishwanath Temple
260 m
Near Rajendra Prasad Ghat
Burning ghat
590 m
Pagoda
Nepali Temple
450 m
Ganges River
550 m
Bangali Tola
Man Mandir Ghat
540 m
31-24
Gyanvapi Mosque
540 m
Madanpura Rd Jangambari
Jangamwadi Math
390 m
Bangali Tola
Manmandir Sri Someshwara Swamy Temple
450 m
Castle
Man Singh Observatory
520 m
D10/5 Vishwanath gali
Banaras Toy Museum
530 m
Dashashwamedh Ghat Rd
Dr Rajendra Prasad Ghat
540 m
Restaurant
Jolojog
640 m
Restaurant
Chatpat Family Restaurant
650 m
Restaurant
Phulwari Restaurant and Sami Cafe
650 m
Restaurant
Ayyar's Cafe
600 m
Restaurant
New Keshari Ruchikar Byanjan
530 m
Restaurant
1916 Cafe & Restaurant
240 m
Restaurant
Megu Cafe
380 m
Restaurant
Bowl of Compassion
830 m

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