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Guest Houses in Varanasi

We reviewed 193 guest houses in Varanasi across every price band and picked the best 50 for you.

50 hotels 12 rated 8.5+ typical ₹1,918

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Bhadra Kali Guest House B Riverside stay

Bhadra Kali Guest House ★★★★

Varanasi Guest house

8.1Great873 reviews

A calm base right on the ghats, with rooftop views, yoga classes, and a sun deck.

From₹1,535per night
The Peaceful Place - Varanasi T Peaceful & practical
5Rated1 reviews

A calm stay just a short walk from Ravidas Ghat, with free Wi-Fi and parking.

From₹1,439per 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
Ganges View Guest House - Varanasi G Pet-friendly
7.2good31 reviews

A simple, pet-friendly guest house with marble floors and a river-view balcony room.

From₹1,439per night
Kashi Yatra Guest House K Budget Stay with Parking

Kashi Yatra Guest House

Varanasi Guest house

5.5Needs improvement2 reviews

A budget-friendly guest house with a terrace, free parking, and pet-friendly rooms in Varanasi’s Shivala area.

From₹1,151per 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
Sunrise Lodge S Ghat-side value

Sunrise Lodge

Varanasi Guest house

8.3Great212 reviews

Walk to the ghats and temple from this well-rated guest house with a sun terrace and Indian restaurant.

From₹1,343per night
Rudraksha Inn - Varanasi R Air-conditioned rooms
10Perfect2 reviews

Air-conditioned rooms with bathtubs, set 3.1 km from Dashashwamedh Ghat in Varanasi.

From₹5,946per night
Sunrise Meadows Hotel - Varanasi S Pet-friendly
10Perfect1 reviews

A top-rated, pet-friendly hotel near Banaras Hindu University with free Wi-Fi and parking.

Scindhia Guest House S River views

Scindhia Guest House ★★★★

Varanasi Guest house

8.1Great107 reviews

Ganges views from a quiet ghat, with a terrace and helpful staff who arrange boat trips and tours.

From₹2,206per 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
Hotel Pragya International - Varanasi H Temple-Area Stay
6.1Pleasant544 reviews

Walk to the Kashi Vishwanath Temple in five minutes from this straightforward hotel with budget-friendly rooms.

From₹1,343per night
Shiva Kashi Inn - Varanasi S Free parking
9.4Perfect5 reviews

A highly rated Varanasi inn with free parking, a 10-minute drive from the Vishwanath temple.

From₹1,726per night
Kashi Annapurna Guest House K Temple Proximity

Kashi Annapurna Guest House

Varanasi Guest house

7.5Very good142 reviews

Budget-friendly base near the temple and ghats, with attached bathrooms and genuinely kind staff.

From₹1,918per night
Dm Paying Guest House - Varanasi D Budget Stay
8Great2 reviews

A no-frills guest house in Varanasi with bike rental and a short drive to the ghats.

From₹3,069per night
Family Guest House - Varanasi F Near the Ghats
8.7Great1,363 reviews

Friendly, affordable stay steps from Dashashwamedh Ghat with spacious rooms and attentive staff.

From₹1,726per night
Oyo 16708 Sada Shiv Guest House - Varanasi O Central & Clean
7.5good253 reviews

Clean rooms and a central location within walking distance of Kashi Vishwanath Temple and Dashashwamedh Ghat.

From₹1,822per night
Nirvana Family Guest House - Varanasi N Budget-friendly
6Pleasant9 reviews

A budget-friendly, family-run stay close to Munshi Ghat with practical rooms and warm hospitality.

From₹1,726per night
Brick Field B Garden guesthouse

Brick Field

Varanasi Guest house

7.8Very good5 reviews

A quiet guesthouse with garden views, free parking, and a shared kitchen – a practical base for exploring Varanasi.

From₹2,589per night
Manglam Guest House - Varanasi M Pet-friendly
6Pleasant12 reviews

Free parking, pet-friendly rooms, and a terrace near Ramnagar Fort.

From₹2,781per night
Hotel Sgt Plaza H Near Sarnath

Hotel Sgt Plaza ★★★

Varanasi Guest house

8.2Great14 reviews

A budget-friendly base near Sarnath's Dhamek Stupa, with a 24-hour front desk and a range of facilities.

From₹11,125per night
India Palace - Varanasi I Quiet & central
10Perfect5 reviews

A 13-room guest house with free Wi-Fi and air conditioning, a 6-minute walk from Chet Singh Fort.

Four Seasons Hotal Hotel - Varanasi F Free parking

A simple Varanasi stay with free private parking and a 25-minute walk to New Vishwanath Temple.

Sandhya Guest House Varanasi Near Ganga River S Top-rated staff
9Perfect186 reviews

A guest house with a 9.7 staff rating, a 5-minute walk from Chet Singh Fort and the Ganges.

From₹3,165per night
Mishra Guest House M Budget Stay

Mishra Guest House

Varanasi Guest house

5.9Needs improvement69 reviews

A budget-friendly stay near Manikarnika Ghat with river-view rooms and a restaurant on site.

From₹18,606per night
Anand Kanan A Central & well-reviewed

Anand Kanan ★★★

Varanasi Guest house

8.6Great1,301 reviews

Steps from Dashashwamedh Ghat and Vishwanath Temple, this central hotel wins points for location and attentive staff.

From₹2,494per night
Ganga Guest House G Central & Welcoming

Ganga Guest House ★★★

Varanasi Guest house

7.8Very good273 reviews

A well-located guest house near the Ganges with free parking and attentive staff.

From₹1,151per night
Suraj Guest House - Varanasi S Old Town Stay
7.1good113 reviews

A family-run guest house with a rooftop overlooking the Ganges, in the middle of Varanasi's old town.

From₹959per night
Gayatri Grand Paying Guest House G Near the ghats

Gayatri Grand Paying Guest House

Varanasi Guest house

8.4Great118 reviews

A practical base near Varanasi's ghats, with solid ratings for staff and value.

From₹959per night
Nandi Retreat Homestay N Temple-adjacent

Nandi Retreat Homestay

Varanasi Guest house

8Great38 reviews

A straightforward homestay within walking distance of Varanasi's most visited temple, with free parking and a family room.

From₹2,494per night
Satyam Shivam Sundaram Hotel - Varanasi S Pet-friendly stay
6Pleasant1 reviews

A pet-friendly, air-conditioned guest house within easy reach of Varanasi's ghats and railway station.

Ilika Stays - Varanasi I Guest House

Ilika Stays - Varanasi ★★★★★

Varanasi

9Perfect224 reviews

A 5-star guest house in Varanasi with free Wi-Fi, a restaurant, and luggage storage, close to local cafes with a walking tour.

From₹1,247per night
Liberty Guest House Varanasi L Ghats proximity

Liberty Guest House Varanasi ★★★★

Varanasi

7.1good27 reviews

Stay close to the Ghats with free Wi-Fi and 24-hour reception at a price that's easy on the wallet.

From₹3,357per night
Singh Guest House S Garden retreat

Singh Guest House

Varanasi Guest house

7.7Very good95 reviews

Varanasi guest house with a peaceful garden, near the ghats and the Ganges.

Y Old City Stay
7.5Good59 reviews

A straightforward guesthouse in Varanasi’s old city, a short walk from the ghats.

Kailash Dham K Top Rated Staff

Kailash Dham

Varanasi Guest house

8.9Great14 reviews

An 8.9-rated Varanasi hotel with exceptional staff, free parking, and pet-friendly policy.

From₹2,398per night
Narayana'S Haveli N Top comfort

Narayana'S Haveli ★★★★

Varanasi Guest house

8Great31 reviews

A spotless 10-room haveli steps from the ghats, with free parking and exceptional comfort.

From₹3,357per night
Gauri Kedareshwar Guest House - Varanasi G Central & Simple
10Perfect1 reviews

A guest house in Shivala, a short walk from Baba Keenaram Sthal and Spencer's, with a balcony room and parking.

From₹2,014per night
M B Grand Hotel - Varanasi M Near Assi Ghat
7good1 reviews

A practical choice near Assi Ghat with free private parking and simple rooms that have air conditioning.

From₹2,685per night
Shiva Ganges View Guest House S River view

Shiva Ganges View Guest House ★★★★

Varanasi Guest house

8.2Great723 reviews

Rooftop Ganges views, family-run warmth, and a spot close to the old city's lanes and markets.

From₹5,179per night
Baba Vishwanath Residency B River Views

Baba Vishwanath Residency ★★★

Varanasi Guest house

7.5Very good116 reviews

An 8-room guest house with river views and a 24-hour reception, a short drive from Tulsi Manas Temple.

From₹1,535per night
Krishna P. Guest House K Assi Ghat proximity

Krishna P. Guest House

Varanasi Guest house

5.7Needs improvement23 reviews

A wallet-friendly stay by Assi Ghat with an 11-minute walk to the riverfront and a rooftop terrace.

From₹1,343per night
Vibe N Joy V Top-rated rooms

Vibe N Joy

Varanasi Guest house

8.4Great9 reviews

Guest house in Varanasi's Ghats with top-rated rooms and staff, plus a paid airport shuttle.

From₹2,110per night
N Honest Pick

Neelkanth

Varanasi

7.5Good59 reviews

A solid base in Varanasi, rated 7.5 by guests who appreciate its straightforward comfort.

Hotel Artika Inn - Varanasi H Ghat-side value
9Perfect1 reviews

A straightforward, high-scoring hotel near the ghats, with air-conditioned rooms and kitchen basics.

From₹2,014per night
Rb Palace - Varanasi R Small & Practical

A compact 7-room hotel in Varanasi with free Wi-Fi, parking, and a paid airport shuttle, set 4.5 km from Darbhanga Ghat.

From₹5,754per night
Rudraksha Hotel - Varanasi R Essential Stay

A simple, well-equipped stay in Varanasi with Wi-Fi and air conditioning, just a short drive from Burning Ghat.

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What Makes a Guest House the Best in Varanasi?

The best guest houses here tend to pair a prime ghat-side or temple-adjacent location with strong reviews from travelers. Look for places like Bhadra Kali Guest House, rated 8.1, or Shiva Guest House, rated 8.4, which sit right on the ghats and offer rooftop views and easy access to the action. Others like The Peaceful Place, rated 5.0, offer a quiet retreat with free Wi-Fi, but may be farther from the river.

Guest Houses Near Kashi Vishwanath Temple

Several well-rated guest houses are within walking distance of Kashi Vishwanath Temple. Teerth Guest House is just a 5-minute walk away, offering clean rooms and simple comfort. Oyo 16708 Sada Shiv Guest House also sits within walking distance of the temple and Dashashwamedh Ghat, with a central location and decent ratings. For a budget option, Kashi Annapurna Guest House is near the temple and ghats, with attached bathrooms and kind staff.

Places to Stay Near Banaras Hindu University (BHU)

Near Banaras Hindu University, you'll find a handful of guest houses suited to those visiting the campus or seeking a quieter area away from the main ghats. Sunrise Meadows Hotel is a top-rated, pet-friendly option with free Wi-Fi and parking, although it's a bit farther afield. Shiva Kashi Inn offers free parking and is about a 10-minute drive from the Vishwanath temple, making it a practical choice for exploring both the university area and the old city.

Value Stays Near the Railway Station

If you're arriving by train, you'll want a convenient base near Varanasi Junction. Several guest houses offer easy access to the station and the old city. Grg Shanti Guest House near Manikarnika Ghat is a budget-friendly option with a 24-hour front desk and free Wi-Fi, while Manglam Guest House provides free parking and is pet-friendly, making it easier for those with a vehicle. These aren't five-star properties, but they prioritize practicality and location.

Guest Houses Near Dashashwamedh Ghat

Staying near Dashashwamedh Ghat puts you in the heart of the action, with ghat-side views and easy access to the evening Ganga aarti. Family Guest House is a top pick here, rated 8.7 with over 1,300 reviews, offering friendly service just steps from the ghat. Anand Kanan is another central option, rated 8.6, also steps away from the ghat and Vishwanath Temple. For a quieter experience, Scindhia Guest House offers Ganges views from a quiet ghat with a terrace.

Places to Stay Near Assi Ghat

Assi Ghat is known for its laid-back vibe, and several guest houses cater to that atmosphere. The Peaceful Place is a calm stay just a short walk from Ravidas Ghat, which is close by, offering free Wi-Fi and parking. Nirvana Family Guest House is another budget-friendly, family-run option close to Munshi Ghat, with practical rooms and warm hospitality. These are ideal if you prefer a more relaxed base away from the busiest stretches.

Staying Near Varanasi Cantt

The Varanasi Cantonment area offers a different pace, with wider roads and a mix of residential and commercial spaces. Mulberry Garden B&B is a quiet spot here with garden views, free parking, and pet-friendly rooms, priced around 4,775 INR. Hotel Sgt Plaza, though positioned as near Sarnath, could also serve as a base for exploring the cantonment's surroundings, offering a 24-hour front desk. Staying here trades ghat-side atmosphere for more space and convenience.

Top Guest Houses Along the Ghats

For the quintessential Varanasi experience, pick a guest house right on the ghats. Bhadra Kali Guest House offers rooftop views, yoga classes, and a sun deck, with a rating of 8.1. Sunrise Lodge is a well-rated value option with a sun terrace and an Indian restaurant. If you're after river views, Scindhia Guest House delivers Ganges views from a quiet ghat, complete with a terrace and staff who can arrange boat trips.

Frequently asked

What is the average cost of a guest house in Varanasi?

You can find basic rooms starting around 955 INR per night, while more comfortable options typically range between 1,500 and 3,000 INR. For a more spacious or premium experience, expect to pay upwards of 4,000 INR.

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

For first-timers, staying near Dashashwamedh Ghat or the old city is recommended, as it puts you within walking distance of the main temples and the Ganga aarti. Areas like Assi Ghat offer a more relaxed alternative, while the Cantonment area is quieter but requires more travel to see the sights.

How do I get from Varanasi airport to my guest house?

The nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, about 25 km from the city center. Pre-paid taxis and ride-sharing services are available. Many guest houses can arrange airport pickups, so it's worth asking when booking. From the railway station, it's a short drive to most ghat-side locations, and some are walkable if you're traveling light.

When is the best time to visit Varanasi for cheaper rates?

The cooler, drier months from October to March are peak season, so prices are higher. For budget-friendly rates, consider visiting during the monsoon (June to September) or the summer months (April-May), when there are fewer travelers. However, be prepared for heat and humidity.

Is it safe to walk around the ghats at night?

The main ghats, especially Dashashwamedh, are busy and generally safe until late evening, especially during the aarti. Assi Ghat also has a lively night scene. It's advisable to stick to well-lit areas and be cautious in quieter, narrow alleys late at night.

Guest Houses in Varanasi

Varanasi's guest houses cluster along the Ganges, where the ghats, temples, and old-city lanes shape everything about a stay. Many are unpretentious, family-run homes with rooftop terraces, boat-trip arrangements, and a sense of the city's daily rhythms—you're a guest, not just a hotel customer. The location often matters more than the stars: waking up to the sounds of the ghats or being a short walk from Kashi Vishwanath Temple defines the experience.

Prices here can range from around 955 INR for simple, functional rooms to over 11,000 INR for more spacious properties, often near landmarks like Sarnath. Along with guest houses, expect a few hotels mixed into the listings, so the page shows a blend of both. Whether you seek the calm of Assi Ghat or the bustle near Dashashwamedh, there's a place that fits your pace and budget.

The bottom line

These guest houses are ideal for travelers who want an authentic, immersive experience—staying close to the ghats, temples, and daily life of Varanasi, often with a personal touch. If you prefer the consistency of a full-service hotel, want specific amenities like a spa or business facilities, or are looking for a luxury property, you might be better served by exploring other options in the city, such as the broader hotel listings or those with specific features like parking or family-friendly offerings.