Banaras Old Homestay - Varanasi

$$$$||View on mapVaranasi, IndiaB-1/240, Assi Varanasi Up 221001 Ind, Varanasi, India, 221001|
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Banaras Old Homestay - Varanasi
B-1/240, Assi Varanasi Up 221001 Ind, Varanasi, India, 221001·View on map
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Overall Score
Great
8.9Great
Location9.6
Staff9.5
Value for money8.9
Cleanliness8.8
Comfort8.8
Who stays here
Solo34%
Couples29%
Families20%
Groups17%

Overview

Overall Score
Great
8.9Great
Location9.6
Staff9.5
Value for money8.9
Cleanliness8.8
Comfort8.8
Who stays here
Solo34%
Couples29%
Families20%
Groups17%

Banaras Guest House Varanasi: Family-run stay near Assi Ghat with cultural tours and yoga classes

Cultural Experiences & Wellness

Banaras Guest House offers on-site tour or class about local culture, taught by staff guides such as Golu. Guests can also join daily yoga classes held on the rooftop terrace. For relaxation, the property provides open-air bath access and various massage services including full body, neck, and foot massage.

Accommodations & Facilities

Rooms at Banaras Paying Guest House include private bathrooms, air conditioning, and balcony options with city views. The building has soundproof rooms and family rooms that accommodate larger groups. Additional facilities include a minimarket on site, outdoor furniture on the sun terrace, and allergy-free room options.

Location & Nearby Attractions

The guest house sits a 3-minute walk from Assi Ghat, placing guests near Sri Sankata Mochan Hanuman Temple and Kedar Ghat. Dasaswamedh Ghat is within walking distance, and Varanasi Junction Railway Station is 2 miles away. Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport is 19 miles from the property, with airport shuttle service available for a fee.

Dining & Breakfast

Breakfast at Banaras Guest House is served on the rooftop terrace and includes continental or full English/Irish options with pancakes, fruits, and omelettes. The property also offers kids' meals and wine/champagne upon request. Fruits and breakfast in the room are available, and the kitchen can accommodate dietary requests like soya and muesli.

Guest Services & Security

The hotel provides a 24-hour front desk with currency exchange, luggage storage, and express check-in/check-out. Security features include CCTV in common areas, CCTV outside the property, fire extinguishers, and key card access. A tour desk can arrange public transport tickets, walking tours, and boat trips on the Ganges.

  • Cultural Tours: On-site classes about local culture with guides like Golu
  • Wellness: Yoga classes on rooftop terrace plus full body massage services
  • Location: 3-minute walk to Assi Ghat, near Kedar Ghat and Dasaswamedh Ghat
  • Dining: Continental and full English/Irish breakfast served on the rooftop
  • Family: Family rooms available, kids' meals offered, soundproof accommodations
  • Security: CCTV throughout property, key card access, 24-hour front desk
Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 12:00-23:59
until 11:00
Amenities
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.
Other information
Children & extra beds
There are no cribs provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Building
Number of rooms:8
Former name
banaras paying guest house assi ghat
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Rooms and availability

Budget Double Room
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 Double bed
Triple Room
  • Max:
    3 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 Single Bed or 1 Double Bed
Deluxe Double Room
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 Double bed
  • City view
  • Shower
  • Bathtub
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Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi
Parking
Baggage storage
24-hour services

24-hour reception

Food/ Drinks

Welcome drink

Shuttle

Paid airport shuttle

Spa and relaxation

Back massage

Head massage

Full body massage

Foot massage

Kitchen facilities

Electric kettle

Sports & Fitness

  • Yoga class

Services

  • Paid airport shuttle
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Stores/Commercial services
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • In-room breakfast

Children

  • Children's menu

Spa & Leisure

  • Sun terrace
  • Back massage
  • Head massage
  • Full body massage
  • Foot massage
  • Open-air bath

Room view

  • City view

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Sitting area
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • AM/FM alarm clock
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Essential information about Banaras Old Homestay

💵 Lowest room price 45 US$
📏 Distance to center 2.8 mi
✈️ Distance to airport 20.3 mi
🧳 Nearest airport Varanasi, VNS

Location

B-1/240, Assi Varanasi Up 221001 Ind, Varanasi, India, 221001
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B-1/240, Assi Varanasi Up 221001 Ind, Varanasi, India, 221001
  • City landmarks
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Nagwa Rd
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Root Restaurant and River Club
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