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Hotel · Varanasi · Uttar Pradesh

The Banaras Hotel

A 4-star hotel a 5-minute walk from Shri Kashi Vishwanath Temple, with parking on site.

  • 5-minute walk to Shri Kashi Vishwanath Temple
  • On-site parking available
  • 24-hour reception and room service
5.8 Needs improvement 15 reviews Booking.com 5.8 · 15 reviews

About

The Banaras Hotel

The Banaras Hotel sits on Godowlia Road, close to the religious heart of Varanasi. It’s a 4-star property offering easy access to the city’s main attractions, including the revered Shri Kashi Vishwanath Temple, which is about a 5-minute walk away.

Rooms are equipped with air conditioning, flat-screen TVs, and tea and coffee facilities. The hotel provides Wi-Fi, a safe deposit box, and a terrace, along with 24-hour reception and room service. Parking is available on site, and the property maintains a no-smoking policy throughout.

  • No smoking on site
  • Wi-Fi
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • No pets allowed
  • Room service

In brief

What works, what to weigh

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Strengths

4 reasons to book
  • Close to the Kashi Vishwanath Temple — You can reach the temple in about a 5-minute walk, making it convenient for sightseeing and rituals.
  • Parking available — The hotel provides on-site parking, which is a practical advantage in a busy city like Varanasi.
  • Round-the-clock services — 24-hour reception and room service mean assistance is available at any hour.
  • Well-rated staff — Guest feedback points to a staff rating of 7.4, the highest among the hotel’s rating categories.
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Worth weighing

4 to weigh
  • Dining scores below average — With a Dining rating of 5.8, the on-site food experience may not meet expectations for some guests.
  • Mixed reviews on rooms and service — Rooms and Service both rate 6.4, suggesting room quality and service are decent but not outstanding.
  • Limited review volume — With only 15 reviews, the overall rating of 5.8 is based on a small sample and may not fully reflect the experience.
  • Check-in windows may be tight — Check-in is only available from 12:00 to 23:30, which could be restrictive for late arrivals.

01 — Rooms

Rooms & rates

High season: summer dates usually book out a few weeks ahead.

Standard Double Room

  • 1 Double bed,2 King Size Beds,1 King-size bed
  • City view
  • Shower
  • Heating
  • Bathtub

8 Bed Dormitory Room Dormitory Room Mixed

  • 1 Bed in shared room

Deluxe Double Room

  • 1 Double bed

02 — Amenities

Services & amenities

Everything included at this stay — the facilities and essentials, at a glance.

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Wi-Fi
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour reception
  • Room service

Room

  • Air conditioning
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Electric kettle
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Safe deposit box
  • Free toiletries

03 — Reviews

What guests say

Recent verified reviews from guests who stayed here.

5.8
Needs improvement 15 reviews

Guest-rated 5.8/10 from 15 reviews

Booking.com · 5.8 · 15 reviews

04 — Location

Getting around Varanasi

The property sits in Varanasi.

Shri Kashi Vishwanath Temple: One of the most revered Hindu temples, dedicated to Lord Shiva, located about a 5-minute walk from the hotel.

Varanasi Ghats: The famous riverfront steps along the Ganges, a central part of Varanasi’s spiritual and cultural life, are a short distance away.

36 Godowlia Road, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, 221001, India

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05 — Good to know

Policies & conditions

Hotel details are shown for reference. Final rate terms are confirmed on the partner’s site at booking.

Check-in
From 12:00-23:30
Check-out
By 11:00-12:00
Cancellation
Free cancellation on many rates — terms on booking page
Payment
Pay-at-hotel available on many rates; final terms at booking
Pets
Not allowed
Property
40 rooms

06 — Questions

Frequently asked

Is parking available at The Banaras Hotel?

Yes, on-site parking is available at the hotel.

What are the check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is from 12:00 to 23:30, and check-out is from 11:00 to 12:00.

Is The Banaras Hotel close to the Kashi Vishwanath Temple?

Yes, the temple is approximately a 5-minute walk from the hotel.

Are pets allowed at The Banaras Hotel?

No, pets are not allowed on the property.

Does The Banaras Hotel have air conditioning?

Yes, the hotel provides air conditioning in the rooms.

What amenities are available in the rooms?

Rooms include air conditioning, a flat-screen TV, tea and coffee facilities, and free toiletries. Some rooms also have a bathtub or balcony.

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The bottom line

The Banaras Hotel is a functional base for exploring Varanasi, especially if you want to be within walking distance of the Kashi Vishwanath Temple. While it’s not the highest-rated property in the area, it offers essential comforts and on-site parking in a city where that can be a challenge.

5.8A practical choice, but not without trade-offs.

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