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3 Star Hotels in Varanasi

We reviewed 297 hotels in Varanasi and picked the 50 best-rated for you.

50 hotels 1 rated 8.5+ typical ₹4,220

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Hotel Alka H Near the ghats

Hotel Alka ★★★

Varanasi

7.4Very good469 reviews

Steps from the ghats, with Ganga Aarti assistance and a rooftop view.

From₹1,822per night
Palace On Ganges - Heritage Hotel P Heritage & Riverside
7.2Very good173 reviews

Heritage charm with a rooftop restaurant and easy Ganges access, though value scores are modest.

From₹7,193per night
Castillo - Varanasi C Practical stay

Castillo - Varanasi ★★★

Varanasi

7.1good1 reviews

A 41-room hotel near Bharatmata Mandir with free Wi-Fi in public areas and air-conditioned rooms.

From₹5,083per night
Hotel Utsav Grand H Temple proximity

Hotel Utsav Grand ★★★

Varanasi

7.9Very good81 reviews

A short drive from Kashi Vishwanath Temple, this budget-friendly hotel offers free parking, a restaurant, and garden-facing rooms.

From₹6,330per night
Hotel Saffron - Varanasi H Near the Ganges

Hotel Saffron - Varanasi ★★★

Varanasi

7good544 reviews

A lively location near the Ganges and markets, with friendly staff and good-value rooms.

From₹7,577per night
Hotel Banaras Haveli H Riverside location

Hotel Banaras Haveli ★★★

Varanasi

7.5Very good211 reviews

A 3-star stay near Assi Ghat with a praised rooftop restaurant and staff who go out of their way to help.

From₹5,083per night
Hotel Temple On Ganges H Ganges views

Hotel Temple On Ganges ★★★

Varanasi

7.6Very good565 reviews

Rooftop Ganges views and a prime Assi Ghat location make this a strong base for exploring Varanasi.

From₹4,124per night
New Hotel Broadway N Near the Ganga

New Hotel Broadway ★★★

Varanasi

7.5Very good59 reviews

A comfortable 3-star stay near the Ganga River, praised for its location, helpful staff, and good-value rooms.

From₹2,781per night
Shiv Rudraksh Resort, Near Assi Ghat S Practical stay
5.3Needs improvement3 reviews

A small, practical base near Assi Ghat with free parking and a 24-hour front desk.

From₹2,302per night
Hotel Sri Balaji H Central & Convenient

Hotel Sri Balaji ★★★

Varanasi

7.6Very good136 reviews

A clean, central Varanasi hotel with attentive staff and round-the-clock transport access.

From₹4,124per night
Teerth Guest House - Varanasi T Central & Simple

Teerth Guest House - Varanasi ★★★

Varanasi

7.3good84 reviews

A 5-minute walk from the Kashi Vishwanath Temple and the ghats, with clean rooms and friendly service.

From₹1,535per night
Hotel City Inn H Station-side

Hotel City Inn ★★★

Varanasi

6.7Nice81 reviews

A practical base opposite Varanasi railway station, with clean rooms and a well-reviewed restaurant.

From₹3,836per night
Hotel Four Element - Varanasi H Clean & New

Hotel Four Element - Varanasi ★★★

Varanasi

8.1Great107 reviews

A new, clean hotel near the train station with a restaurant and breakfast spread—a dependable base for exploring Varanasi.

From₹4,891per night
Hotel Varuna H Central & Practical

Hotel Varuna ★★★

Varanasi

7.4Very good145 reviews

A central Varanasi hotel with an attached restaurant, free parking, and a location close to the city's key attractions.

From₹4,412per night
Hotel Heritage Inn At Assi Ghat H Ghat-side value

Hotel Heritage Inn At Assi Ghat ★★★

Varanasi

7.8Very good208 reviews

Modern rooms, rooftop dining, and a prime location near the ghats – all at a fair price.

From₹2,494per night
Hotel Vibe Blu- Varanasi H Guest favorite

Hotel Vibe Blu- Varanasi ★★★

Varanasi

5Rated16 reviews

A 3-star stay in Varanasi Cantt with a restaurant and air-conditioned rooms, rated 5/5 by guests.

From₹2,781per night
Hotel Ganges Grand - 600M From Kashi Vishwanath Temple H Temple proximity
7.7Very good243 reviews

Walk to Kashi Vishwanath Temple and Dashashwamedh Ghat from this well-located 3-star hotel with free parking and a rooftop terrace.

From₹8,440per night
Anand Lok Varanasi A Practical stay

Anand Lok Varanasi ★★★

Varanasi

5.4Needs improvement5 reviews

A 10-room hotel near Ramnagar Fort with free parking and solid service ratings.

From₹1,343per night
Hotel Rivera Palace H Central & Helpful

Hotel Rivera Palace ★★★

Varanasi

7.1Very good70 reviews

Central Varanasi hotel a short walk from the Ghats, with clean rooms and staff who go out of their way to help.

From₹4,508per night
Stay Banaras - A Boutique Hotel S Staff favourite

Stay Banaras - A Boutique Hotel ★★★

Varanasi

8.3Great380 reviews

Garden-set boutique hotel near Varanasi railway station with standout staff ratings and a paid airport shuttle.

From₹7,864per night
Hotel Samman - Varanasi H Central Varanasi

Hotel Samman - Varanasi ★★★

Varanasi

6Pleasant336 reviews

Walk to Kashi Vishwanath Temple from a central base with praised food and genuinely helpful staff.

From₹6,138per night
De Bougain Villa D Quiet & Convenient

De Bougain Villa ★★★

Varanasi

8.3Great17 reviews

Quiet street, spotless rooms and staff who organise everything — a calm base near Assi Ghat.

From₹3,932per night
Hotel Vibhav Harsh H Central & practical

Hotel Vibhav Harsh ★★★

Varanasi

6.6Nice43 reviews

A central Varanasi hotel with a rooftop, helpful staff, and nearby parking — a solid base for exploring the ghats.

From₹2,877per night
Hotel De Paris - Varanasi H Practical stay

Hotel De Paris - Varanasi ★★★

Varanasi

5.1Rated8 reviews

A straightforward 3-star in Varanasi Cantt with a restaurant and free Wi-Fi, close to the Man Singh Observatory.

From₹5,371per night
Shree Ganesha Palace Near Kashi Vishwanath Temple S Temple proximity

Shree Ganesha Palace Near Kashi Vishwanath Temple ★★★

Varanasi Bed & Breakfast

8.1Great716 reviews

Steps from Kashi Vishwanath Temple, this Varanasi hotel offers clean rooms, helpful staff, and free parking.

From₹2,398per night
Hotel River Rhythm Assi Ghat H Near Assi Ghat

Hotel River Rhythm Assi Ghat ★★★

Varanasi

7.6Very good48 reviews

Steps from Assi Ghat, this hotel keeps things simple with free parking and a 24-hour front desk.

From₹4,795per night
Kashi Inn K Practical Stay

Kashi Inn ★★★

Varanasi

5Needs improvement1 reviews

A 3-star Varanasi hotel with free parking, 24-hour reception, and a paid airport shuttle—2.6 km from Panchganga Ghat.

From₹3,932per night
Hotel Vaibhav H Near Railway Station

Hotel Vaibhav ★★★

Varanasi

5Needs improvement3 reviews

Quiet residential location, spacious rooms, and a short ride to the ghats.

From₹5,083per night
Prime Land P City views

Prime Land ★★★

Varanasi

6.9Nice89 reviews

A rooftop pool and lounge, plus clean rooms and free parking, make this a solid base in Varanasi.

From₹5,275per night
Hotel Varanasi Heritage H Peaceful & Practical

Hotel Varanasi Heritage ★★★

Varanasi

6.8Nice186 reviews

A calm, clean base near Assi Ghat with genuinely helpful staff and well-equipped rooms.

From₹3,069per night
Hotel Radiance Courtyard H Free Parking

Hotel Radiance Courtyard ★★★

Varanasi Bed & Breakfast

7.1Very good22 reviews

A Varanasi hotel with free parking, indoor pool, and airport shuttle – 7 km from Dashashwamedh Ghat.

From₹2,877per night
Hotel Hari Vilaas H Quiet & Spacious

Hotel Hari Vilaas ★★★

Varanasi Guest house

7.9Very good72 reviews

Spacious rooms with two bathrooms, a quiet location, and staff praised for attentiveness.

From₹7,481per night
Hotel Veda By Rks - Varanasi H Near Ganges

Hotel Veda By Rks - Varanasi ★★★

Varanasi

5Rated6 reviews

A straightforward 3-star stay near the Ganges, with spacious rooms and a convenient location.

From₹8,152per night
Hotel Janki International By Keymagics - Varanasi H Central Varanasi
6.7Pleasant282 reviews

Clean, central Varanasi hotel near Burning ghat with free parking, Wi-Fi and breakfast. Well-reviewed for its friendly staff.

From₹4,987per night
Hotel Cresent - Near Assi Ghat Varanasi H Garden stay
7Very good11 reviews

A calm, well-rated base near Assi Ghat with a garden, restaurant, and free parking.

From₹4,220per night
Anaya Retreat A Top Facilities

Anaya Retreat ★★★

Varanasi

6.4Nice19 reviews

Guest-rated facilities score a perfect 10, with a full spa, water slides, and a fitness centre at this Varanasi hotel.

From₹3,932per night
Hotel Plaza Inn - Varanasi H Near station

Hotel Plaza Inn - Varanasi ★★★

Varanasi

6.4Pleasant14 reviews

Steps from Varanasi Junction, this 3-star hotel offers straightforward rooms and a position that makes exploring the city easy.

From₹3,836per night
Hotel Atlantis H Cantt convenience

Hotel Atlantis ★★★

Varanasi

7Very good11 reviews

A practical base in Varanasi Cantt with car hire, a restaurant, and air-conditioned rooms – a 10-minute drive from Dashashwamedh Ghat.

From₹2,781per night
Jmk Regency Hotel - Varanasi J Near Ghats

Jmk Regency Hotel - Varanasi ★★★

Varanasi

9Perfect1 reviews

A simple 3-star in Varanasi, close to the Ghats and with parking, though amenities are basic.

Oyo 2054 New Hotel Broadway - Varanasi O Central & Practical
1Rated1 reviews

Walk to Dashashwamedh Ghat and enjoy free parking, Wi-Fi, and a restaurant serving Indian and Mughlai dishes.

From₹15,249per night
Saroja Heritage, Varanasi S Central & friendly

Saroja Heritage, Varanasi ★★★

Varanasi

7.4Very good13 reviews

A small 3-star hotel with friendly staff, clean and spacious rooms, and a central location near Hanuman Mandir.

From₹5,275per night
Hotel Buddha H Guest favourite

Hotel Buddha ★★★

Varanasi

7.6Very good203 reviews

A practical, friendly base near the ghats, with clean rooms and staff who arrange worthwhile city tours.

From₹4,028per night
Hotel Dolphin International H Prime Location

Hotel Dolphin International ★★★

Varanasi

8.1Great61 reviews

A well-rated Varanasi hotel near Bhelupur Jain temple with clean rooms, free parking, and a restaurant serving tasty food.

From₹8,056per night
Hotel The Royal Vista - Varanasi H Central value
8Great85 reviews

Roomy, clean rooms with free Wi-Fi and a location that puts Varanasi's sights within easy reach.

From₹6,138per night
The Land Mark T Central & quiet

The Land Mark ★★★

Varanasi

8Great22 reviews

A quiet, central base in Varanasi with warm staff and a breakfast guests praise

From₹3,261per night
Surabhi International Hotel - Varanasi S Near Sarnath

A straightforward 3-star near Sarnath with free parking, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour business centre.

Hotel Benaras Gharana Inn H Central & practical

Hotel Benaras Gharana Inn ★★★

Varanasi

7.4Very good55 reviews

A central Varanasi stay praised for its staff, breakfast, and 24-hour hot water — with free parking and an airport shuttle.

From₹3,740per night
Hotel Meadows - Varanasi H Practical Choice

Hotel Meadows - Varanasi ★★★

Varanasi

6Pleasant51 reviews

A budget-friendly stay in Varanasi Cantt with clean rooms and attentive staff, near larger hotels.

From₹6,042per night
The Kashi Rooms - Varanasi T Central Varanasi

The Kashi Rooms - Varanasi ★★★

Varanasi

8Great27 reviews

A 3-star hotel in Varanasi with free Wi-Fi, air conditioning, and easy access to Dashashwamedh Ghat.

From₹3,357per night

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3 Star Hotels Near Kashi Vishwanath Temple

For pilgrims, proximity to Kashi Vishwanath Temple is the priority. Hotel Ganges Grand sits 600 meters from the temple and offers free parking, a rooftop terrace, and a walk to Dashashwamedh Ghat. Hotel Utsav Grand is a short drive away and provides free parking and garden-facing rooms. Both are practical choices for temple visits, with the former being the closer walk.

3 Star Hotels Near the Ghats

The ghats define Varanasi, and several three-star hotels put you right at their edge. Hotel Alka is steps from the ghats with rooftop views and Ganga Aarti assistance, while Hotel Temple On Ganges offers prime Assi Ghat access with rooftop Ganges views. Hotel Banaras Haveli also sits near Assi Ghat and earns praise for its rooftop restaurant. These properties let you join the morning rituals without needing a taxi.

3 Star Hotels Near Varanasi Railway Station

If your train is the anchor of your plan, the station-side three-stars are the sensible pick. Hotel City Inn sits opposite Varanasi railway station and has clean rooms and a well-reviewed restaurant, while Hotel Four Element, also near the station, is a new, clean option with a good breakfast spread. Stay Banaras, a boutique hotel near the station, is the highest-rated in this group at 8.3 and stands out for its staff.

3 Star Hotels in Varanasi Near a Temple

Beyond the main Kashi Vishwanath Temple, Varanasi is dotted with smaller temples that anchor several three-star stays. Hotel Samman allows a walk to Kashi Vishwanath Temple from a central base, and Castillo - Varanasi is located near Bharatmata Mandir. Both offer practical comforts; Hotel Samman adds praised food and genuinely helpful staff.

3 Star Hotels in Godowlia

Godowlia is the old city's bustling heart, the last stop before the ghats. Three-star hotels here put you in the middle of Varanasi's most intense lane life, with easy access to Dashashwamedh Ghat and the Kashi Vishwanath Temple. Look for options like Hotel Ganges Grand, which combines a Godowlia position—600 meters from the temple—with free parking, a rarity in these narrow streets.

Frequently asked

What is the average price for a 3-star hotel in Varanasi?

Typical rates for a three-star hotel in Varanasi hover around ₹4,202 per night, though rooms can be found for as little as ₹1,337 near Ramnagar Fort and exceed ₹15,000 at the top end.

Which area is best for a first-time visitor to Varanasi?

For a first visit, consider the ghats, especially Assi Ghat, for immersive riverfront access, or the old city near Godowlia for proximity to Kashi Vishwanath Temple. Hotels like Hotel Alka or Hotel Temple On Ganges place you within walking distance of the main sights, though be prepared for narrow lanes and limited parking.

How do I get from Varanasi airport to my 3-star hotel?

Varanasi's Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport is about 25 km from the city center. Taxis and pre-paid cabs are available, and several hotels offer airport shuttles—Stay Banaras, a boutique hotel near the station, provides a paid airport shuttle. Most three-star hotels can arrange pickup on request.

How far in advance should I book a 3-star hotel around the Ganga Aarti season?

Varanasi sees peak crowds around major festivals like Dev Deepawali (November) and during the winter tourist season (October to March). Booking at least 2-3 months ahead is advised to secure the best rates and preferred locations, especially for riverside properties like Palace On Ganges or Hotel Banaras Haveli.

Are 3-star hotels in Varanasi walkable at night?

The old city's lanes near the ghats can be busy and are generally safe for walking, but are not well-lit in places. Hotels like Hotel Alka and Hotel Temple On Ganges are steps from the ghats, making short nighttime walks easy, while properties further out, such as those near the railway station, often require a rickshaw or taxi for evening movement.

3 Star Hotels in Varanasi

Varanasi's three-star category is where the city's contrasts live. You can sleep steps from the burning ghats at a heritage haveli, walk to Kashi Vishwanath Temple from a modern block in the old city, or base yourself near the railway station in Varanasi Cantt. The price spread is wide—from about ₹1,337 at a simple 10-room property near Ramnagar Fort to ₹15,185 at the top end—with a typical night around ₹4,202. What binds them is practicality: clean air-conditioned rooms, attached restaurants, and staff who spend their days helping travellers find the ghats.

Location matters more than star rating here. The same three stars buy a rooftop view of the Ganges at Assi Ghat or a convenient transit stay near the station. Many of these hotels cluster in the old city's narrow lanes, where the holy city's chaos is at your doorstep, while others trade that immersion for easier access and parking. This page covers only three-star hotels—no guest houses or apartments—so every property below offers the same baseline of services, and the real choice is between riverside ritual and practical convenience.

The bottom line

This collection of three-star hotels suits travellers who value location and local character, and prefer a base with full services—restaurant, front desk, air conditioning—over the bare bones of a guest house. It is the right call for first-timers who want to be close to the ghats or the temple and don't need luxury. If your priority is the lowest possible price, look at the Cheap and budget hotels in Varanasi page, or consider Guest houses in Varanasi for simpler stays. Families might appreciate the Family Friendly hotels page for specific amenities, while those wanting more comfort should check 4 star hotels, and anyone needing easy airport access should explore the Airport hotels in Varanasi page. Specific needs like parking, pet-friendliness, or a spa each have their own dedicated page worth consulting.