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Guest Houses in Varanasi

A hotel room with two beds, a ceiling fan, an air conditioning unit, a window with a decorative grille, a small table with a vase and a kettle, and a door with a security camera.

A flat-screen TV mounted on a wall with a wooden panel design, displaying various streaming apps and a "PatchWall+ Free Live TV" interface.

A room with a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall displaying various streaming services. There is a stainless steel kettle on a table with a floral tablecloth. The room has wooden paneling on the walls and a wooden door.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a sofa, a chair, and a TV mounted on the wall.

1. Trilok Residency

Varanasi

$31

$32 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and an air conditioning unit.

A reception area with a wooden wall, a clock, a TV displaying multiple channels, and a sign indicating accepted payment methods.

A hallway with two doors on either side, a tiled floor, and a potted plant in the center.

A balcony with a glass railing, two wicker chairs, a small table, and a potted plant.

2. Paradise Stays

Varanasi

$19

$20 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A hotel room with a bed, nightstand, wall art, and a lamp.

A bathroom with a marble wall, a shower area, and a hand dryer.

A hotel room with a bed, a wardrobe, a nightstand with a lamp, and a wall-mounted decorative piece.

A modern hotel lobby with a round mirror, a flat-screen TV, and four framed artworks on the wall.

3. Kashi Awahan

Varanasi

$57

$65 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A multi-story building with a central entrance, balconies, and potted plants in front.

Three individuals standing at a counter with a sign indicating COVID-19 prevention measures.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, wooden headboard, bedside tables, a desk, and a ceiling fan.

A reception area with a marble reception desk, a black leather chair, and a wooden cabinet with a decorative item.

4. THE KASHI RESIDENCY

Varanasi

$28

$30 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 27 - Oct 28

A hotel lobby with a wooden bench seating area, a clock, and a framed picture on the wall.

A building with a sign reading "Ganga Grand" and a brick facade.

A modern interior with a staircase, wooden bench, and patterned wall.

5. The Ganga Grand PG

Varanasi

$21

$22 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a wooden table, and a patterned wall.

A multi-story building with a traditional architectural style, featuring balconies and arched windows.

A room with a mural of a cityscape, a reception desk, a sofa, and a chair.

6. the Gangotri inn

Varanasi

$17

$18 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A reception desk with a laptop, a plant, and a wooden counter. There are signs on the wall indicating no smoking and a check-out time of 12:00 noon.

A bedroom with a bed, a ceiling fan, and an air conditioning unit.

A modern bathroom with a toilet, bidet, and shower area.

A single-bed room with a white mattress, a wall-mounted air conditioner, and a power outlet.

7. Shree murlidhar Residency

Varanasi

$67

$71 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 24 - Nov 25

A room with a bed, a window with a view of the sea, and a balcony with plants.

A person seated at an outdoor table with potted plants and a view of a body of water and distant buildings.

A reception desk with a brick wall, a glass counter, and a framed picture on the wall.

A large, open-plan room with a long, curved bench seating area and several tables.

8. Rahul Guest House

Varanasi

$13

$14 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

A bedroom with a bed, pillows, a blanket, a window with bars, and a wall decoration of deer and trees.

A room with a bed, an air conditioning unit, and a patterned door.

A nighttime view of a dock with numerous boats lined up.

A window with a grid pattern, a view of a building with a colorful mural, and a clear sky.

9. Shri Guest House

Varanasi

$11

$12 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A dining area with a table, chairs, a television mounted on the wall, and a decorative door.

A room with a wooden dining table, two red cushioned chairs, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and a patterned rug on the floor.

10. Shivanya guest house

Varanasi

$10 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 27 - Oct 28

A modern bedroom with a bed, nightstands, a ceiling fan, a mirror, and a decorative wall piece.

A reception area with a TV, a painting of a cityscape, and a reception desk.

A hallway with two doors, a chandelier, patterned wallpaper, and a textured floor.

A multi-story building with a restaurant named 'Quik's Restaurant' on the ground floor, featuring a guest house sign.

11. Sandhya paying guest house and Dormitory

Varanasi

$10 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 24 - Nov 25

A balcony with a view of a river, a tiled floor, and a row of plastic chairs.

A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a ceiling fan, and a window with curtains.

A view through an open window with a view of a river and boats.

A room with a large wardrobe, a small refrigerator, a door with a window, and a tiled shower area.

12. Scindhia Guest House

Varanasi

$55

$58 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A corridor with ornate doors and architectural details.

A room with traditional Indian decor, featuring carved wooden furniture, a reception desk, and a mural of a cityscape.

A spacious room with a high ceiling, ornate wooden columns, a large mural on the wall, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and a wooden door.

13. Batra Guest House

Varanasi

$17

$18 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a chair. There are windows with curtains, a ceiling fan, and a view of the outside.

A corridor with wooden ceiling, glass doors, and a railing with colorful elements.

A riverside view with boats docked along the shore, a bridge, and buildings with a flat roof.

A modern hotel room with a sofa, a round table, and a bed.

14. KS PAYING GUEST HOUSE VARANASI

Varanasi

$19

$20 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 29 - Oct 30

A neatly made bed with white linens in a hotel room.

A hotel hallway with two purple sofas, a small table with chairs, and a large window at the end.

A room with a bed, an air conditioning unit, a wooden wardrobe, a desk with a kettle, and a door.

A view through a metal gate of a busy street with shops and people.

15. GANGA DARSHAN HOTEL AND RESORT

Varanasi

$85

$101 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a small table.

A modern living area with a kitchen, two armchairs, a small table, and a view through a glass door.

A multi-story hotel with a gated entrance, palm trees, and illuminated lighting.

A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a small rug. There is a door labeled '404' and a glass door on the right.

16. HOTEL AYUSHMAN

VARANASI

$34

$36 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 6 - Nov 7

A building with a sign reading "SHANTI GUEST HOUSE" above the entrance.

A small, single-bed room with a wooden headboard, a purple door, and white bedding.

A simple room with a bed, a small bathroom with a sink and toilet, and a mirror.

A room with a window, a door, and a small window on the wall.

17. Shanti guest house

Varanasi

$7 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 9 - Nov 10

A bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a wardrobe, a window, and an air conditioning unit.

A hallway with two double doors, a chandelier, and patterned wallpaper.

A bathroom with a toilet, sink, and shower.

A reception area with a reception desk, a television mounted on the wall, and a large mural depicting a cityscape.

18. sandhya paying guest house

Varanasi

$14

$15 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 27 - Oct 28

A hotel room with a large bed, two chairs, a small table with water bottles, a plant, and a nightstand with a lamp.

A building with a mural depicting deities, a restaurant named Ganga Darshan, and a signboard with a date.

A hotel reception area with a reception desk, seating area with white chairs, a clock on the wall, and an air conditioning unit.

A room with two white sofas, a clock on the wall, and an air conditioning unit.

19. Ganga Darshanam Guest House

Varanasi

$32

$33 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

A room with a wooden table, a black chair, a tiled floor, and a door marked '102'.

A room with a bed, a desk, a chair, and an air conditioning unit.

20. Vishwa Deva Homestay

Varanasi

$5 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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Top neighborhoods in Varanasi

A bustling riverside market with boats and people.

Godaulia

Godaulia buzzes with the energy of Varanasi's spiritual heart, where shoppers haggle for silks and religious trinkets in crowded bazaars. The iconic Kashi Vishwanath Temple stands proudly amid narrow lanes packed with devotees and curious travelers. Nearby, evening aarti ceremonies light up Dashashwamedh Ghat as chanting voices echo across the sacred Ganges River. Traditional street food dominates the scene with mouthwatering kachori, chaat, and lassi available from dawn until midnight. Navigate the medieval maze by foot or hop on a cycle rickshaw to explore further, as the neighborhood's ancient lanes are too narrow for regular vehicles.

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A riverside cityscape with boats, buildings, and a temple.

A historic fort with a river in the foreground.

Sigra

Sigra lets travelers dive into authentic Varanasi life away from the tourist-packed ghats. The neighborhood hums with spiritual energy - ornate temples with intricate carvings, colorful shrines, and the constant symphony of prayer bells create an immersive cultural experience. Markets along Sigra Road burst with traditional silk sarees, brass artifacts, and religious items perfect for meaningful souvenirs. Local eateries serve vegetarian thalis and sweet shops offer traditional treats like malaiyo and rabri. Budget guesthouses and family-run homestays provide authentic accommodation options. Auto-rickshaws and cycle-rickshaws navigate the narrow lanes easily, connecting you to the main ghats just a short ride away.

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A temple with a white roof, colorful murals, and a red entrance.

Lanka

Lanka offers a peaceful retreat from Varanasi's busy ghats with tree-lined avenues and the scholarly atmosphere of Banaras Hindu University. The sprawling campus grounds feature historic buildings and the notable Bharat Kala Bhavan museum housing significant art collections. Small neighborhood temples dot quiet residential streets, providing glimpses into authentic local life away from tourist crowds. Budget guesthouses and paying guest accommodations make this area affordable for travelers. Auto-rickshaws and cycle-rickshaws provide easy transportation around the neighborhood and to Varanasi's famous sites. Student-friendly eateries serve delicious, affordable North Indian meals perfect for budget-conscious travelers seeking genuine experiences.

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A river with boats and people. There are steps leading up to a building with a dome.

A busy riverside with boats, people, and smoke rising from the water.

A nighttime outdoor market with a large fire in the center, surrounded by people and stalls.

A historic building with ornate architecture, a signboard, and a group of people near the entrance.

Varanasi Nagar Nigam

Varanasi Nagar Nigam's ancient stone ghats cascade down to the sacred Ganges, where pilgrims perform daily rituals amid floating marigolds and incense smoke. The golden spires of Kashi Vishwanath Temple pierce narrow lanes filled with saffron-robed sadhus and centuries-old havelis. Walking these labyrinthine streets, you'll hear temple bells and Sanskrit chants that have echoed here for thousands of years. Auto-rickshaws and cycle-rickshaws navigate the narrow lanes while boats offer scenic transport along the Ganges. Traditional vegetarian thalis, lassi shops, and rooftop restaurants overlooking the ghats provide authentic local flavors. From budget ashrams to heritage havelis turned boutique hotels, accommodations cater to both spiritual seekers and curious travelers.

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A riverside cityscape with colorful buildings and boats.

A temple with a red roof and two red flags.

Mahmoorganj

Mahmoorganj buzzes with authentic market energy, where rainbow displays of textiles compete with electronics shops and the tantalizing aroma of street food. Narrow lanes transform into a sensory maze of saris, handicrafts, and incense wafting from nearby temples. Scindia Ghat makes a worthwhile side trip when you need a break from bargaining. Budget guesthouses and family-run properties offer simple rooms for cost-conscious travelers exploring Varanasi. Auto-rickshaws and cycle-rickshaws navigate the congested lanes better than cars, connecting you to the Ganges riverfront just a short ride away.

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Top landmarks in Varanasi

A large temple with a tall spire and multiple smaller domes.

Kashi Vishwanath Temple

9.4/10 (211 reviews)

Kashi Vishwanath Temple is 2.3 mi (3.8 km) from central Varanasi, and is a popular place to see during your stay.

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A riverside cityscape with boats, a temple, and a crowd of people.

Assi Ghat

9.2/10 (146 reviews)

If seeing the sights is on your list of things to do, head to Assi Ghat— just one of the landmarks located 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from central Varanasi.

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A riverside with boats, people, and historic buildings.

Dasaswamedh ghat

9.2/10 (203 reviews)

You might want to get your camera out and head to Dasaswamedh ghat— just one of the landmarks located 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from central Varanasi.

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A pink temple with a pointed spire and a flag on top.

Banaras Hindu University

9.4/10 (123 reviews)

If you'd like to get a taste of Varanasi student life, check out Banaras Hindu University, located 3.8 mi (6.1 km) from central Varanasi.

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A bridge over water, a flock of pigeons on a ledge, and boats in the distance.

Hanuman Ghat

9.0/10 (102 reviews)

If seeing the sights is on your list of things to do, head to Hanuman Ghat— just one of the landmarks located 2.5 mi (4 km) from central Varanasi.

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A row of colorful boats docked at a calm river.

Tulsi Ghat

8.8/10 (81 reviews)

If seeing the sights is on your list of things to do, head to Tulsi Ghat— just one of the landmarks located 2.8 mi (4.4 km) from central Varanasi.

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Sant Ravidas Ghat

9.2/10 (59 reviews)

If you're planning a bit of sightseeing during your trip, head to Sant Ravidas Ghat— just one of the landmarks located 3.2 mi (5.2 km) from central Varanasi.

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Manikarnika Ghat

8.6/10 (19 reviews)

If you like checking out local cemeteries when you're traveling, head to Manikarnika Ghat, located 2.6 mi (4.1 km) from central Varanasi.

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Learn more about Varanasi

Dawn breaks with temple bells as pilgrims descend the ancient ghats to meet the sacred Ganges. Witness morning rituals at Dashashwamedh Ghat, where priests perform ceremonies with fire and flowers. The labyrinthine alleys of old Varanasi reveal silk weavers working traditional looms. Kashi Vishwanath Temple draws devotees amid incense and chanting. Evening boat rides offer views of the mesmerizing Ganga Aarti ceremony, where flames dance against the darkening sky. For cultural immersion, explore Banaras Hindu University or catch a classical music performance from the Benares gharana tradition. The city's spiritual energy is palpable whether sipping lassi or wandering markets filled with brass statues and handwoven scarves.

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A riverside cityscape with historic architecture and boats on the water.

Find out more about Varanasi

Spend time by the river, as well as appreciating the temples in Varanasi. Learn about the local heritage of Varanasi at landmarks like Hanuman Ghat and Kaal Bhairava Mandir. A stop at other sights like Dasaswamedh ghat and Harishchandra Ghat will create memories.

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