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Taj Nadesar Palace,Varanasi

Taj Nadesar Palace,Varanasi

5 out of 5
Nadesar Palace Grounds, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh
Free cancellationReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rs19,000 per night from 1 Feb to 2 Feb
10.02 km from city centre
4.7/5Exceptional! (20 reviews)

"Excellent service. Relaxing, beautiful property. Excellent food. Highly recommended."…"

Reviewed on 10 Mar 2020

Taj Nadesar Palace,Varanasi
Taj Ganges, Varanasi

Taj Ganges, Varanasi

5 out of 5
Nadesar Palace Grounds, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh
Free cancellationReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rs5,300 per night from 26 Jan to 27 Jan
9.81 km from city centre
4.2/5Very Good! (228 reviews)

"Great Property and excellent hospitality. Vandana, the from t desk staff was extremely helpful and polite."…"

Reviewed on 23 Dec 2020

Taj Ganges, Varanasi
Ramada Plaza by Wyndham JHV Varanasi

Ramada Plaza by Wyndham JHV Varanasi

5 out of 5
The Mall, Cantonment, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh
Free cancellationReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rs4,229 per night from 23 Jan to 24 Jan
9.32 km from city centre
3.8/5Good! (202 reviews)

"Generally comfortable, modern room though the bathroom showed evidence of prior life. It was a little shabby but perfectly functioning - nice hot showers, etc. and useful clothesline in tub. Breakfast options very good and room service menu and delivery were fine."…"

Reviewed on 8 Feb 2020

Ramada Plaza by Wyndham JHV Varanasi
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Radisson Hotel Varanasi

Radisson Hotel Varanasi

4.5 out of 5
The Mall Cantonment, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh
Free cancellationReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rs3,400 per night from 26 Jan to 27 Jan
9.32 km from city centre
4/5Very Good! (129 reviews)
Happy stay

"Its a good hotel to stay"…"

Reviewed on 6 Oct 2020

Radisson Hotel Varanasi
BrijRama Palace - A Heritage Hotel

BrijRama Palace - A Heritage Hotel

4 out of 5
Munshi Ghat, Near Dashaswamedh, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh
Free cancellationReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rs12,555 per night from 29 Jan to 30 Jan
13.85 km from city centre
4.5/5Wonderful! (97 reviews)

"Historical hotel, beautifully appointed. Superb facilities and staff. Great free evening boat ride. Excellent free transfers."…"

Reviewed on 8 Mar 2020

BrijRama Palace - A Heritage Hotel
Guleria Kothi

Guleria Kothi

4.5 out of 5
Near Manikarnika Ghat, Garawasitola, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh
The price is Rs6,999 per night from 24 Jan to 25 Jan
13.78 km from city centre
3.6/5Good! (27 reviews)

"This is a beautiful hotel, the building having been built in the 1700s."…"

Reviewed on 23 Feb 2020

Guleria Kothi
Hotel Surya

Hotel Surya

3.5 out of 5
S-20/51 A-5, The Mall Road, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh
Free cancellationReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rs2,500 per night from 23 Jan to 24 Jan
9.14 km from city centre
3.7/5Good! (116 reviews)

"It was really a memorable stay at Surya Kaiser Palace, hassles free check in and courteous service. Had few issues with my luggage lock which they gleefully resolved. Even the property is well maintained and worth staying there. I have already thought of booking this hotel whe"…"

Reviewed on 15 Jan 2021

Hotel Surya
Hotel Alka

Hotel Alka

3 out of 5
D3/23, Meer Ghat, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh
Free cancellationReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rs990 per night from 24 Jan to 25 Jan
13.73 km from city centre
3.7/5Good! (152 reviews)

"Pros - close to ghat, decent rooms, good service. Cons - cars cannot come to the hotel as they do not allow in this area so you have to walk quite a distance to get in or out which is not easy if you have lot of luggage or mobiiity issues."…"

Reviewed on 27 Jan 2020

Hotel Alka
Hotel Clarks

Hotel Clarks

5 out of 5
The Mall, Cantt, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh
Free cancellationReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rs3,200 per night from 23 Jan to 24 Jan
9.2 km from city centre
3.2/5 (40 reviews)

"Breakfast could have been better. Not much choice. Overall good hotel to stay. May be slightly pricey."…"

Reviewed on 22 Feb 2020

Hotel Clarks
Hotel Ganges Grand

Hotel Ganges Grand

3 out of 5
D 37/47 GODOWLIA CROSSING, Varanasi, UP
Free cancellationReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rs2,450 per night from 26 Jan to 27 Jan
13.33 km from city centre
3.5/5Good! (13 reviews)

"My room had no windows and I did not like that . The staff were very helpful and the location was very good ."…"

Reviewed on 7 Feb 2020

Hotel Ganges Grand
The HHI

The HHI

3.5 out of 5
C-21/3 Maldahiya, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh
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11.8 km from city centre
2.9/5 (26 reviews)
Not a good hotel

"The overall hotel is terrible. Not clean and rooms are too small ! I wont recommend anyone if they have an alternative. The breakfast was average."…"

Reviewed on 15 Nov 2016

The HHI
goStops Varanasi

goStops Varanasi

2 out of 5
Plot No. B-20/47, A-2, Vijayanagaram Colony, Bhelupur, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh
Free cancellationReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rs996 per night from 23 Jan to 24 Jan
13.64 km from city centre
4.3/5Excellent! (4 reviews)
Would stay again.

"Three nights in private room. Excellent price. Booked & enjoyed morning boat trip. Hostel a little distant from Ghats but we could walk between. Traffic extremely busy & walking dangerous but we had no incident. You could take taxi. Location : it was not easy to find by taxi from airport. GPS helped. ..."…"

Reviewed on 14 Nov 2019

goStops Varanasi
Mad Squad Hostel

Mad Squad Hostel

1.5 out of 5
D55/125-F, Luxa Road, Aurangabad, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh
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12.59 km from city centre
Mad Squad Hostel
Rivatas

Rivatas

4 out of 5
The Mall Road, Cantonment, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh
Free cancellationReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rs15,000 per night from 23 Jan to 24 Jan
9.24 km from city centre
4.1/5Very Good! (114 reviews)
Things that do not work

"For $150 a night: the light bulbs should work, the tv should work, the iron should work, the doorknob should work."…"

Reviewed on 22 Feb 2020

Rivatas
Family Guest House

Family Guest House

2 out of 5
D 32/72 PATALESHWAR DASHWAMEWDH, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh
The price is Rs399 per night from 23 Jan to 24 Jan
13.75 km from city centre
4/5Very Good! (7 reviews)

"The property is in the very narrowed lane of "Bangali Tola", which is a very dirty & congested area & you have to reach there walking long, asking here & there for the exact building but after reaching, your all anxiety will be relieved with the smiling appearance of 'Dilip', the boy who is always ..."…"

Reviewed on 27 Feb 2020

Family Guest House
New Hotel Broadway

New Hotel Broadway

3 out of 5
Vijaya Chauraha, Varanasi, UP
Free cancellationReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rs2,199 per night from 23 Jan to 24 Jan
13.94 km from city centre
New Hotel Broadway
Hotel Tridev

Hotel Tridev

3.5 out of 5
K44/34 Kalbhairo Crossing, Visheswer Ganj, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh
Free cancellationReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rs4,444 per night from 23 Jan to 24 Jan
13.44 km from city centre
4/5Very Good! (99 reviews)

"Excellent property..excellent interiors...excellent service"…"

Reviewed on 4 Sep 2020

Hotel Tridev
Somit Paying Guest House

Somit Paying Guest House

2.5 out of 5
D 32/162, Devnathpura, bengali tola, near golden sporting club, Varanasi, Uttarpradesh
Free cancellationReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rs542 per night from 24 Jan to 25 Jan
13.67 km from city centre
3.4/5 (5 reviews)
STAY AWAY

"STAY AWAY. I read some freat reviews about this place so thought to book it. I booked a private room. Upon arriving I was told that my reservation was not there as the hotel had not confirmed my booking with Hotels.com. The room was booked to another guest. I emailed hitels.com and waited. The owner ..."…"

Reviewed on 25 Feb 2019

Somit Paying Guest House
Ganga Darshanam Guest House

Ganga Darshanam Guest House

2 out of 5
Bawan No. D-17/76, Bangali Tali, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh
Free cancellationReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rs990 per night from 26 Jan to 27 Jan
13.72 km from city centre
3.4/5Good! (7 reviews)
Good place_dirty location.

"Ganga hotel very nice place in a very dirty locatio­n, very helpful staf­f. Food only vegetar­ian and no garlic and alcohol, very slow WiFi. The river is 100 meters away from hotel, close to the bo­at station. No car access.Taxi stops 1 km away. Recommend­ed place to visit Va­ranasi. Based between ..."…"

Reviewed on 25 Jan 2020

Ganga Darshanam Guest House
Hotel Sita(place on heritage ghats of benaras)

Hotel Sita(place on heritage ghats of benaras)

2.5 out of 5
22/16 Chausatthi Ghat (RANA GHAT), Near Dashaswamedh Ghat, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh
The price is Rs1,562 per night from 23 Jan to 24 Jan
13.81 km from city centre
3.3/5 (80 reviews)

"The river view was spectacular. But the place is hard to reach by car which is cumbersome of you have lugage."…"

Reviewed on 16 Feb 2020

Hotel Sita(place on heritage ghats of benaras)
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Visiting Varanasi

Budget-minded travellers will find good deals in Varanasi, and many visitors are sure to appreciate the temples and rivers. Tourists can also enjoy the city's monuments and archaeological sites.

  • There are 154 hotels and other accommodation options in Varanasi
  • The closest major airport is in Varanasi (VNS-Babatpur), 5.3 mi (8.6 km) from the city centre

Getting around Varanasi

If you want to venture outside of the area, hop on a train at Varanasi Junction Station. Varanasi may not have many public transport options to choose from so consider renting a car to explore the city.

Dressing for Varanasi

  • Between January and March, you can expect the daytime average to be around 38°C and the nighttime average to be 13°C
  • From April to June, temperatures average about 42°C during the day and 22°C at night
  • July to September averages 36°C during the day and 25°C at night
  • Between October and December, the average temperature is 35°C during the day and 13°C at night
  • Average annual rainfall for Varanasi is 32 millimetres
  • Hottest months are usually May and April with an average temperature of 40°C, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 13°C

Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place to stay in Varanasi?
BrijRama Palace - A Heritage Hotel is a favourite property for Expedia customers. This 4-star hotel offers a full-service spa and a restaurant. It’s located steps from Dasaswamedh ghat. Traveller reviews also recommend Safarnama Varanasi and Taj Ganges, Varanasi as top options for your visit.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Varanasi, will I receive a refund?
Yes! The majority of hotel reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the hotel’s cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter your dates, click on “Search”, then you can use the “free cancellation” filter to view top deals in Varanasi.
What's the best place to stay on a budget in Varanasi?
Based on reviews, Hotel Sita(place on heritage ghats of benaras) is a popular 2.5-star hotel for our travellers looking for an economical choice, and features free WiFi and a restaurant. Other options to stay on the cheap include Hotel Alka and Rahul Guest House.
What's the best hotel for families in Varanasi?
Kedareswar Bed and Breakfast is a B&B with laundry facilities and babysitting services, and it’s a top choice on Expedia for families. Other choices to stay with the children include Radisson Hotel Varanasi and Rivatas.
What's the best accommodation for a couple going to Varanasi?
Hotel Divya is a favourite hotel for couples, and features a restaurant and spa services. Other good options for a stay with your sweetheart include Hotel Silk City and Meadows.
What's the best pet-friendly place to stay in Varanasi?
The Tree of Life Resort & Spa, Varanasi is a top hotel for people travelling with their pets, and offers a restaurant and free WiFi for its human guests. Other good options for you and your pet’s trip include Hotel Varuna and Gupta Inn.
What's the best hotel for a beach holiday in Varanasi?
Ganga Monastery is a top hotel with a restaurant and free WiFi, and it’s located on the beach . Amritara Suryauday Haveli is another good option to stay near the beach.
What's the best high-end place to stay in Varanasi?
Taj Nadesar Palace,Varanasi is a 5-star hotel with a restaurant and a full-service spa, and it’s a popular choice for Expedia travellers looking for an elegant place to stay. Taj Ganges, Varanasi and Radisson Hotel Varanasi are other upscale choices for your trip.
What are some accommodation options with pools in Varanasi?
Rivatas is a popular 4-star hotel featuring an outdoor pool, 2 restaurants and a full-service spa. A couple of other options with an on-site pool include Taj Ganges, Varanasi and Ramada Plaza by Wyndham JHV Varanasi.

Varanasi Hotel Reviews

    Hotel Surya
    Expedia Verified Review…
    5 / 5 Excellent
    It was really a memorable stay at Surya Kaiser Palace, hassles free check in and courteous service. Had few issues with my luggage lock which they gleefully resolved. Even the property is well maintained and worth staying there. I have already thought of booking this hotel whe…
    A verified traveller stayed at Hotel Surya
    Posted 7 days ago
    Hotel Surya
    Taj Ganges, Varanasi
    Expedia Verified Review…
    5 / 5 Excellent
    Great Property and excellent hospitality. Vandana, the from t desk staff was extremely helpful and polite. …
    A verified traveller from Los Angeles stayed at Taj Ganges, Varanasi
    Posted 1 month ago
    Taj Ganges, Varanasi
    Hotel Royal Country Club
    Expedia Verified Review…
    5 / 5 Excellent
    Good and clean rooms nice food everything is excellent…
    A verified traveller stayed at Hotel Royal Country Club
    Posted 1 month ago
    Hotel Royal Country Club
    Dwivedi Hotels Sri Omkar Palace
    Expedia Verified Review…
    5 / 5 Excellent
    Right from booking, hotel staff was in touch with us by email and sharing all details about airport pickup and drop off and constantly taking care of our stay. I would recommend this Hotel to all my friends. …
    A verified traveller stayed at Dwivedi Hotels Sri Omkar Palace
    Posted 1 month ago
    Dwivedi Hotels Sri Omkar Palace
    Radisson Hotel Varanasi
    Happy stay…
    5 / 5 Excellent
    Its a good hotel to stay…
    A verified traveller stayed at Radisson Hotel Varanasi
    Posted 4 months ago
    Radisson Hotel Varanasi
    Hotel Tridev
    Expedia Verified Review…
    5 / 5 Excellent
    Excellent property..excellent interiors...excellent service…
    A verified traveller from Begusarai stayed at Hotel Tridev
    Posted 5 months ago
    Hotel Tridev
    Rahul Guest House
    Expedia Verified Review…
    5 / 5 Excellent
    The staff went above the call of duty. My group arrive late in the evening after a long day of traveling. We inquired about the potential of food and the staff quickly re-opened the kitchen and cooked a complete dinner meal for my group. Great people!…
    A verified traveller from Seattle stayed at Rahul Guest House
    Posted 10 months ago
    Rahul Guest House
    Hotel Buddha
    Expedia Verified Review…
    5 / 5 Excellent
    Very caring and professional. Mr Gnanendra at reception and Mr VP Singh in management provided excellent advice and looked after us very well.…
    A verified traveller stayed at Hotel Buddha
    Posted 11 months ago
    Hotel Buddha
    Shree Ganesha Residency
    Expedia Verified Review…
    4 / 5 Good
    Location is the biggest plus point. Helpful staff. …
    A verified traveller stayed at Shree Ganesha Residency
    Posted 11 months ago
    Shree Ganesha Residency

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