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Hotel Hindusthan International Varanasi
Cantonment,Varanasi - View on map
  1. Airport transfer
  2. Valet parking
  3. Free Wi-Fi in all rooms!
  4. Front desk [24-hour]
  5. Swimming pool [indoor]
  6. Fitness center
  7. Luggage storage
  8. Spa
"just to set the stage: i live in los angeles, travel for work quite a bit (have highest statuses on airlines and at major hotel chains)and am used to elite treatment. so after having read all the mixed reviews on hhi, i was very concerned it was not going to be to my liking. i even considered canceling the reservation, but taj and even raddison were fully booked, so i had to keep it. and i am very happy i did. i actually liked the hotel and do not understand the negative reviews at all. yes, if you are expecting a crystal flute of chilled dom perignon upon arrival, you probably shouldn't go to varanasi on the first place. but there was a welcome drink! yes, there was some wear and tear in the bathroom, but the sheraton hotel i once stayed at in connecticut was in much worse shape. at hhi, all the piping worked as well as ac. the staff was super attentive. room service arrived 15-20 minutes after the order was placed (probably the fastest i've ever experienced). being from the us, we were careful about eating any outside food, so we had all our meals at the hotel and they were excellent! we could not wait until the next meal (i'm serious). on the first morning, the doorman recommended we hire a tuk tuk for the day and that was the best experience! the driver brought us to all the places we wanted to go and suggested more interesting ones. a tip, if you do go on tuk tuk in varanasi, it is always helpful to take a shot of whisky beforehand (it makes the "i'm going to die now" feeling more manageable). overall, hhi exceeded my expectations. great value for the money. easy booking through agoda. i will definitely stay there again and recommend for everyone else to do so as well."
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6.1

Very good

556 reviews

Avg price per night
$ 72
Pearl Courtyard
Dasaswamedh Ghat,Varanasi - View on map
  1. Airport transfer
  2. Shuttle service
  3. Free Wi-Fi in all rooms!
  4. Front desk [24-hour]
  5. Fitness center
  6. Check-in/out [express]
  7. Luggage storage
  8. Cash withdrawal
"Location is perfect."
8.2

Excellent

349 reviews

Avg price per night
$ 106
Ramada Plaza by Wyndham JHV Varanasi
Cantonment,Varanasi - View on map
  1. Airport transfer
  2. Valet parking
  3. Shuttle service
  4. Free Wi-Fi in all rooms!
  5. Hot tub
  6. Fitness center
  7. Front desk [24-hour]
  8. Check-in/out [express]
"very nice hotel in varanasi. all the amenities you would expect. close to several ATM machines. had a travel desk in lobby that was very helpful for tours of the river and temples.very nice coffee shop with a very good buffett for breakfast and a nice selection for dinner.very attentive staff.hotel has a pool and spa-did not have time to indulge in either unfortunately. next door is a small park to walk around.would definately stay again and recommend to friends"
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7.7

Very good

605 reviews

Avg price per night
$ 171
Hotel Alka
Dasaswamedh Ghat,Varanasi - View on map
  1. Airport transfer
  2. Free Wi-Fi in all rooms!
  3. Front desk [24-hour]
  4. Luggage storage
  5. Contactless check-in/out
  6. Sauna
  7. Spa
  8. Room service [24-hour]
"Dear Travelers, If you want to experience Varanasi this is the place. The location is by far the best.One thing one should understand though. If you arrive by train or plane it is not possible to have a cab or tuk tuk take you directly to the hotel. You will have to be escorted for about 1 kilometer to get to the hotel. Be sure and make that arrangement with the Alka when reserving the room.Many if not all tuk tuk drivers will not escort you through the maze of alley ways during the night hours. We found one driver that did and he only charged 250 rupee for drive from train station and the walk through the maze of narrow walkways. Would not recommend you do this any other way. You would not find your way I assure you. Once at the Alka you will find yourself in the heart of Varanasi's culture. The touts of course are everywhere but that is a part of India that is hard to escape. The hotel will in the end be your oasis from the hustle and bustle of the river banks. My daughter and I sat many an hour atop the roof just watching life in Varanasi. We were pleased with our choice of hotels. Alex and Tessa....US"
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7.5

Very good

426 reviews

Avg price per night
$ 29
Ramada by Wyndham Varanasi Katesar
Ramnagar,Varanasi - View on map
  1. Valet parking
  2. Free Wi-Fi in all rooms!
  3. Front desk [24-hour]
  4. Check-in/out [express]
  5. Fitness center
  6. Swimming pool [outdoor]
  7. BBQ facilities
  8. Luggage storage
"My choice to stay at the Ramada was really good."
6.9

Very good

60 reviews

Avg price per night
$ 96
Hotel Surya Kaiser Palace
Cantonment,Varanasi - View on map
  1. Airport transfer
  2. Bicycle rental
  3. Pets allowed
  4. Car park
  5. Swimming pool [indoor]
  6. Hot tub
  7. Shuttle service
  8. Free Wi-Fi in all rooms!
"This hotel always stands out because of staff & the sheer character of the place ..!! Amazing hospitality & a cultural bowl of India . This hotel meets international standards & show cases Indian wedding , which are always spectacle ... If in varanasi this place is must try .....!!!;)"
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7.8

Very good

554 reviews

Avg price per night
$ 60
The India Benares
Cantonment,Varanasi - View on map
  1. Valet parking
  2. Shuttle service
  3. Free Wi-Fi in all rooms!
  4. Front desk [24-hour]
  5. Swimming pool [indoor]
  6. Golf course [on-site]
  7. Check-in/out [express]
  8. Luggage storage
"The hotel is in the cantonment area. I was told that the food is very good too. I didnt have the opportunity to taste their meals, except for the breakfast. The breakfast spread was quite well spread out with sufficient options and variety. The room was good - the usual amenities with tea/coffee maker and a hair dryer. The desk staff seemed a bit distant, but the rest of the staff were kind and cooperative. "
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6.9

Very good

169 reviews

Avg price per night
$ 67
Diamond Hotel
Dasaswamedh Ghat,Varanasi - View on map
  1. Airport transfer
  2. Valet parking
  3. Free Wi-Fi in all rooms!
  4. Front desk [24-hour]
  5. Check-in/out [express]
  6. Luggage storage
  7. Room service [24-hour]
  8. Coffee shop
"Good food- slightly expensive as compared to other local hotels in the same bracket. Breakfast is very good. Not too many options, but whatever is available is really good. Overall the quality of food is very good. *Air conditioner are centralized and cannot be individually controlled. Rooms are clean, decent staff, you might have to buy drinking water bottles (only premium brand of Bisleri is available for Rs50). I think this is something that can be worked out by the hotel and should provide 20 Litres bottled water for no additional cost. Hotel has a Travel Desk (outsourced to Balaji Travels) which can advise you on locations to visit within and around Varanasi. The executive (Kaushal Jaiswal) advised very well and would recommend visitors to connect with him. The rates are per interest-point based and can be expensive. All points of interest are very close by and if you have time on hand, please do plan in advance and manage on own with Ola/local Autos. It will turn out to be cheap. Speak to locals and understand the area names and the points in between the autos ply. Sharing autos / private (private- reserve as the locals call) are very common. Bargain is the mantra as the initial quote normally is absolutely unreasonable. Hotel to Church (Girja ghar) is 2 kms and would cost Rs50 crossing and Rs 12 per head in sharing. 20 meters towards Kashi Vishwanath temple is Godowlia chowk. Shopping for Banarasi Sarees: Explore shops in Chowk. Here chowk is referred to entire Bansphatak Road-see map. Start walking from Godolia (square) on Bansphatak Road. Look for "Jalans" sores (its a chain) - overall decent rates and no bargains all fixed price. "
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7.8

Very good

187 reviews

Avg price per night
$ 67
Costa Riviera Hotel
Cantonment,Varanasi - View on map
  1. Valet parking
  2. Free Wi-Fi in all rooms!
  3. Front desk [24-hour]
  4. Check-in/out [express]
  5. Swimming pool [indoor]
  6. Fitness center
  7. Luggage storage
  8. Breakfast [free]
"property is just 3-star type, overrated for 4-star. breakfast options are very less. staff are not at all courteous but some were helpful. too noisy we couldn't sleep in the night. better to avoid this as better options are available in Varanasi city. we could not know as it was our very first visit to Varanasi. reception staffs were misleading us and asked overpriced charges for transport facilities. overall average experience. remind again, it has local 3-star property facilities not the 4. thanks."
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7.1

Very good

297 reviews

Avg price per night
$ 73
Hotel Madin
Cantonment,Varanasi - View on map
  1. Airport transfer
  2. Valet parking
  3. Free Wi-Fi in all rooms!
  4. Front desk [24-hour]
  5. Hot tub
  6. Fitness center
  7. Check-in/out [express]
  8. Luggage storage
"We opted to stay at Hotel Madin instead of staying at one of the hotels on the Ganges. It's about a half hour drive to the river (45 minutes in traffic), but we were very happy that we made the decision to stay here and would do it again. The rooms are brand new, high-quality, and gorgeous. The food, both buffet and cook-to-order are excellent. There are mosquitos in the dining room which the hotel needs to eliminate, but that's about the only complaint we had. Otherwise, this is probably the best place to stay in all of Varanasi."
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8.5

Excellent

161 reviews

Avg price per night
$ 94
Hotel Hindusthan International Varanasi
Cantonment,Varanasi - View on map
  1. Airport transfer
  2. Valet parking
  3. Free Wi-Fi in all rooms!
  4. Front desk [24-hour]
  5. Swimming pool [indoor]
  6. Fitness center
  7. Luggage storage
  8. Spa
"just to set the stage: i live in los angeles, travel for work quite a bit (have highest statuses on airlines and at major hotel chains)and am used to elite treatment. so after having read all the mixed reviews on hhi, i was very concerned it was not going to be to my liking. i even considered canceling the reservation, but taj and even raddison were fully booked, so i had to keep it. and i am very happy i did. i actually liked the hotel and do not understand the negative reviews at all. yes, if you are expecting a crystal flute of chilled dom perignon upon arrival, you probably shouldn't go to varanasi on the first place. but there was a welcome drink! yes, there was some wear and tear in the bathroom, but the sheraton hotel i once stayed at in connecticut was in much worse shape. at hhi, all the piping worked as well as ac. the staff was super attentive. room service arrived 15-20 minutes after the order was placed (probably the fastest i've ever experienced). being from the us, we were careful about eating any outside food, so we had all our meals at the hotel and they were excellent! we could not wait until the next meal (i'm serious). on the first morning, the doorman recommended we hire a tuk tuk for the day and that was the best experience! the driver brought us to all the places we wanted to go and suggested more interesting ones. a tip, if you do go on tuk tuk in varanasi, it is always helpful to take a shot of whisky beforehand (it makes the "i'm going to die now" feeling more manageable). overall, hhi exceeded my expectations. great value for the money. easy booking through agoda. i will definitely stay there again and recommend for everyone else to do so as well."
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6.1

Very good

556 reviews

Avg price per night
$ 72

Fast facts about Varanasi, India

Accommodations1,501 properties
Popular hotelPearl Courtyard
Popular areaAssi Ghat
Nightly rates from$5
AirportLal Bahadur Shastri Airport

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Frequently asked questions

What's the average price of a hotel in Varanasi?

The typical price for a 3-star hotel in Varanasi is USD 25. The average price for a 4-star hotel in Varanasi is USD 34. The typical price for a 5-star hotel in Varanasi is USD 135.

What's the typical price of a hotel in Varanasi tonight?

The average price for a 3-star hotel in Varanasi tonight is USD 23. The average price for a 4-star property in Varanasi tonight is USD 30. The average price for a 5-star resort in Varanasi tonight is USD 120.

What are the best properties in Varanasi around JHV Mall & Multiplex?

Verified tourists to Varanasi who stayed next to JHV Mall & Multiplex have given amazing assessments to The darsya, Gautam Villa and Villa Benares.

What's the best neighborhood in Varanasi to stay in?

Famous communities among vacationers staying in Varanasi include Cantonment, Dasaswamedh Ghat and Assi Ghat.

What are the preferred places to stay located in Varanasi for group vacationers?

Accommodations around Varanasi which are well rated by group visitors are Pearl Courtyard, Hotel Varanasi Inn and Hotel Hindusthan International.

What resorts found in Varanasi are exceptionally rated with respect to location?

Accommodationsin Varanasi which is well rated regarding location include Namaste Benares Varanasi, MAYUR paying Guest house and Vatika Homestay.

What resorts located in Varanasi are well rated with regards to room comfort and quality?

Resortslocated in Varanasi that is well rated with regards to room comfort and quality include Kedareswar B&B, Hotel Rivera Palace and Shivakashi Guest House.

What are the very best places to stay in Varanasi that has free parking?

Hotels which has free parking found in Varanasi which are highly rated include Villa Benares and Tattva Luxurious Apartment.

What are the most appropriate hotels around Varanasi that has airport transfer?

Accommodations that includes airport transfer around Varanasi which are well rated include Villa Benares and Kapoor Sahab Homestay : it's a home away from home..

What are the most suitable accommodations found in Varanasi with bars?

Resorts which have bars located Varanasi which are highly rated include Bliss Hostel and OYO 70291 New Suhani House.

What's the best destination for sightseeing in Varanasi?

Best locations with plenty of tourist attractions in Varanasi are Sarnath, Dasaswamedh Ghat and Assi Ghat.

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More about Varanasi

Discover the Top Reasons to Visit Varanasi, India

Varanasi, also known as Banaras, is a city located in the northern Indian state of Uttar Pradesh. It is one of the oldest cities in the world and is considered the spiritual capital of India. The city is situated on the banks of the holy river Ganges, and it is believed that taking a dip in this river can wash away one's sins. The city is also home to many ancient temples, ghats, and ashrams, making it a popular pilgrimage site for Hindus. Apart from its religious significance, Varanasi is also known for its rich history, culture, and traditions.

Uncover the Best Things to Do in Varanasi for an Unforgettable Trip

Varanasi is a city that offers a unique blend of spirituality, history, and culture. There are many things to do in Varanasi that can make your trip unforgettable. One of the most popular activities is taking a boat ride on the Ganges during sunrise or sunset. It is a surreal experience to see the city come to life as the sun rises or sets, and the river becomes a hub of activity. Another must-visit attraction is the Kashi Vishwanath Temple, which is dedicated to Lord Shiva and is one of the 12 Jyotirlingas in India. The temple is located in the heart of the city and is visited by thousands of devotees every day. For those interested in history, a visit to the Sarnath Archaeological Museum is highly recommended. It is home to a large collection of artifacts and sculptures dating back to the 3rd century BC. The museum also houses the famous Ashokan Pillar, which is a national emblem of India. Another popular attraction is the Ramnagar Fort, which is located on the opposite bank of the Ganges. The fort was built in the 18th century and is home to a museum that showcases the history and culture of Varanasi.

Travel Guide: How to Go to Varanasi and Explore the City with Ease

Varanasi is well-connected to the rest of India by air, road, and rail. The nearest airport is the Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport, which is located about 25 km from the city center. The airport is well-connected to major cities in India, such as Delhi, Mumbai, and Kolkata. If you prefer to travel by train, Varanasi Junction is the main railway station in the city and is well-connected to major cities in India. There are also several buses that operate from nearby cities to Varanasi. Once you arrive in Varanasi, there are several ways to explore the city. Auto-rickshaws and cycle-rickshaws are the most popular modes of transportation for short distances. Taxis and private cars can also be hired for longer distances. Walking is also a great way to explore the city, especially around the ghats and narrow lanes of the old city.

Experience the Best Season to Visit Varanasi and Make the Most of Your Trip

The best time to visit Varanasi is between October and March, when the weather is pleasant and comfortable. During this time, the temperature ranges between 5°C and 15°C, making it ideal for sightseeing and outdoor activities. The summer months, from April to June, can be quite hot and humid, with temperatures reaching up to 45°C. The monsoon season, from July to September, can also be quite challenging, with heavy rainfall and flooding in some areas.

Find the Best Places to Stay in Varanasi for a Comfortable and Memorable Stay

Varanasi offers a wide range of accommodation options to suit every budget and preference. Some of the popular hotels in Varanasi include Ganpati Guest House, Bhadra Kali Guest House, Marigold Guest House, Kedareswar B&B, and Ramada Plaza by Wyndham JHV Varanasi. Ganpati Guest House is a budget-friendly option located near the Dashashwamedh Ghat, one of the most popular ghats in Varanasi. Bhadra Kali Guest House is another budget option located in the heart of the old city, close to the Kashi Vishwanath Temple. Marigold Guest House is a mid-range option that offers comfortable rooms and great views of the Ganges. Kedareswar B&B is a luxurious option located near the Assi Ghat, and it offers modern amenities and great hospitality. Ramada Plaza by Wyndham JHV Varanasi is a five-star hotel located near the Varanasi Junction and offers luxurious rooms, fine dining options, and a spa.

Taste the Local Delights: What to Eat in Varanasi During Your Visit

Varanasi is famous for its street food and local delicacies. Some of the must-try dishes include chaat, lassi, kachori, samosa, and jalebi. Chaat is a popular street food that consists of crispy fried dough, boiled potatoes, chickpeas, and a variety of chutneys. Lassi is a refreshing yogurt-based drink that is available in many flavors, such as mango, rose, and saffron. Kachori is a deep-fried pastry that is filled with spiced lentils or potatoes. Samosa is a deep-fried pastry that is filled with spiced potatoes, peas, or meat. Jalebi is a sweet dessert that is made by deep-frying a wheat flour batter and soaking it in sugar syrup.

Travel Tips: How to Travel Around Varanasi Like a Pro

Varanasi can be overwhelming for first-time visitors, but with a few tips, you can navigate the city like a pro. Here are some tips to keep in mind: - Dress appropriately, especially when visiting temples and other religious sites. - Bargain when shopping in the local markets. - Be cautious of pickpockets and touts in crowded areas. - Carry a map or a GPS-enabled device to navigate the narrow lanes of the old city. - Be respectful of the local customs and traditions, especially when visiting religious sites. - Drink bottled water and avoid street food if you have a sensitive stomach.

Why Use Agoda.com to Book a Hotel in Varanasi for Your Next Trip

Agoda.com is a leading travel website that specializes in affordable and hassle-free hotel bookings. With Agoda.com, you can easily find the best hotels in Varanasi that suit your budget and preference. Agoda.com offers a wide range of hotels in Varanasi, from budget-friendly options to luxurious five-star hotels. You can also read reviews from other travelers to help you make an informed decision. Agoda.com also offers great deals and discounts on hotel bookings, making it a great choice for budget-conscious travelers.

Traveler's Guide: Tips for Planning Your Trip to Varanasi, India

Here are some tips to help you plan your trip to Varanasi: - Research the weather conditions and plan your trip accordingly. - Book your hotel in advance, especially if you are traveling during the peak season. - Carry comfortable footwear, as you will be doing a lot of walking. - Plan your itinerary in advance, and prioritize the places you want to visit. - Learn a few basic Hindi phrases to communicate with the locals. - Be open-minded and respectful of the local customs and traditions.