Swimming pool hotels · Uttar Pradesh · India
We reviewed 14 properties in Varanasi with pools and picked the 13 best places to stay, ranging from budget 2-star stays to 5-star comfort.
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City comfort
Varanasi
A well-rated 5-star in Varanasi Cantt with a rooftop pool, free parking, and attentive staff – ideal for exploring the ghats and local markets.
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Serene & Spacious
Varanasi
A peaceful Varanasi hotel with spacious rooms, a varied breakfast buffet, and a convenient location near a mall.
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Rooftop pool
Varanasi
Rooftop pool, free parking, and a location close to temples and the ghats.
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Reliable comfort
Varanasi
A comfortable 4-star stay with an indoor pool, free parking, and easy access to Varanasi's ghats.
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Business district
Varanasi
A 5-star hotel in Varanasi's business district with a 8.1 guest rating, praised for its staff and breakfast.
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City views
Varanasi
A rooftop pool and lounge, plus clean rooms and free parking, make this a solid base in Varanasi.
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Free Parking
Varanasi Bed & Breakfast
A Varanasi hotel with free parking, indoor pool, and airport shuttle – 7 km from Dashashwamedh Ghat.
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Pool & 24h service
Varanasi
A well-rated 2-star with a big pool and round-the-clock service, set 2.5 km from Shri Durga Temple.
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Rooftop pool
Varanasi
Modern rooms, a rooftop pool, and a location steps from Sarnath's key sights make this a practical base for exploring.
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Quiet & Convenient
Varanasi
A calm, clean base in Varanasi's Cantonment — with free parking, an indoor pool, and a restaurant that guests praise.
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Near Sarnath Temple
Varanasi
Peaceful Sarnath hotel with spacious rooms, pools, and free Wi-Fi—a short walk from the Chaukhandi Stupa.
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Resort with pool
Varanasi
A calm resort with a pool and garden, a short drive from Varanasi’s museums and temples.
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Good value
Varanasi
A quiet, wallet-friendly base near Varanasi railway station with a pool and gym – ideal for exploring the city.
Varanasi
A no-frills 2-star stay in Sarnath, rated 7.5 by 59 guests – see if it suits your needs.
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The Varanasi hotels with pools here are spread across the city, from the 5-star Rivatas By Ideal near the business district to the 2-star Hotel Siddharth near Shri Durga Temple. Amenities vary considerably: some properties offer rooftop pools with city views, like Hotel Madin and The Fern Residency Sarnath, while others have indoor pools, including Arcadia Hotel and Hotel Radiance Courtyard. Prices start at around ₹2,961 and rise to ₹16,045, with the majority charging between ₹3,900 and ₹7,500.
Most pool hotels in Varanasi fall between ₹3,000 and ₹8,000 per night. The cheapest option is Hotel Siddharth at ₹2,961, while a premium stay at The Fern Residency Sarnath costs around ₹16,045.
The Cantonment area has the highest concentration, including Hotel Madin and Rivatas By Ideal, both 5-star options. For a quieter retreat, Sarnath offers The Fern Residency and The Pinnacle Inn, which are close to the temple and stupa.
Several hotels, like Costa Riviera and Arcadia Hotel, are noted for easy access to the ghats. Hotel Radiance Courtyard is 7 km from Dashashwamedh Ghat, while Hotel Siddharth is 2.5 km from Shri Durga Temple.
Yes, Hotel Siddharth is a 2-star with a big pool starting at ₹2,961, and Hotel New Temples Town offers a pool and gym for around ₹4,775.
Varanasi's pool hotels cluster around the Cantonment, Sarnath, and the city's business districts. Most are modern high-rises built for comfort after a day along the ghats, with features like rooftop pools, indoor pools, and free parking. A few, like Hotel Madin and Rivatas By Ideal, sit in the bustling Cantt area, while others in Sarnath, such as The Fern Residency and The Pinnacle Inn, offer a quieter retreat near the stupas.
Prices for a night with a pool range from about ₹2,961 at Hotel Siddharth to ₹16,045 at The Fern Residency Sarnath, with a typical price around ₹5,253. Budget options often come with fewer frills but still deliver the essential dip, while the more expensive properties may add spacious rooms, varied breakfasts, and direct access to temple sites. One Bed & Breakfast, Hotel Radiance Courtyard, also features an indoor pool and free parking, expanding the choices beyond hotels.
This selection of pool hotels suits travellers who want a dependable way to cool off in Varanasi without compromising on location. Budget seekers might prefer the cheap and budget hotels page, while those looking for broader choice across all property types should see the main Hotels in Varanasi guide. For an even more specific focus, consider the Spa hotels or Business hotels pages.