8.0 · Very good529 reviews
- Check-in from 12:00 PMCheck-out by 11:00 AM. The front desk is staffed around the clock, so a late arrival is fine.
- Fabulous locationGuests rate the location 9.0 out of 10, at D3/23, Meer Ghat.
Riverside Retreat: Nestled just steps away from the serene River Ganga, Hotel Alka offers a tranquil escape for travelers seeking a peaceful stay amidst Varanasi's bustling streets.
Comfortable Accommodations: Experience comfort in every corner with fan-cooled rooms equipped with modern amenities like flat-screen TVs, air-conditioning, and private bathrooms, ensuring a relaxing stay.
Convenient Facilities: From a charming garden to a helpful tour desk, Hotel Alka provides a range of facilities to enhance your stay, including a 24-hour front desk, ticket services, and luggage storage.
Ready to unwind by the riverbanks? Book your stay at Hotel Alka now for a memorable Varanasi experience.
What this place offers
- WiFi available
- Free WiFi
- Non-smoking rooms
- Air conditioning
- 24-hour front desk
- Restaurant
- Room service
- Heating
- Terrace
- Family rooms
Rooms
8.0
Very good
Rated 8.0 out of 10 by 529 guests who stayed here.
- Cleanliness7.0
- Service8.9
- Location9.0
- Rooms6.9
- Amenities8.0
- Value7.4
- Food & drink8.5
Guests mention
Great locationDelicious foodHelpful staff
PIndiaYou can stay in a room that is adjusted to your needs(Rooms-Congested),Neat/Clean, and it is only 5 minutes away from Viswanath Darshan, 3 minutes from Kashi Vishalakshi Temple, and 15 minutes from Nandi Chauraha. One…
O2472KXharryfExcellent restaurant experience by waiter ‘Jidu’
My wife and I were visiting Varanasi for a few days and looking for a vegetarian restaurant - we were suggested Hotel Alka by our guide.
We were served by ‘Jidu’ who was professional and helpful from the very beginning,…
GoelIndiaThe hotel location in terms of view is perfect.
Accessibility via narrow streets
RajatNepalExcellent
Good
Room service should be better
TakanoriJapanザ、バックパッカー向け。良い経験になった。
ガンジス川に隣接していてロケーションは素晴らしい
安い部屋を利用したので仕方がないが、トイレ、シャワーが共用で汚い。お湯も出ない。ホテルへのアプローチが難しい。
sumanDKAlka has very nice place to stay, I found rooms are clean, also elevator is available now there
location,room,stuffs
Reviews are written by guests who booked through our supplier and stayed, shown as written and in their own language. Category scores are the supplier’s reading of recent reviews, updated February 2026.
Where you’ll be
D3/23, Meer Ghat, Varanasi, India
Guests rate the location 9.0 out of 10 — fabulous.
Things to know
Cancellation
Each room shows its own terms before you pay.
Most rates can be cancelled free until a date shown on the room.
Non-refundable rates are marked as such.
House rules
Check-in from 12:00 PM
Check-out by 11:00 AM
Children welcome
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No pets
Non-smoking rooms available
Payment & property
Paid when you book, not at the desk.
Rates include the taxes and fees we can read.
The property may take a card at check-in for incidentals.
What we’d check for you here
- That the desk is staffed when you land, and that the room is held past cut-off.
- Whether the rate moves for your dates, and what it includes.
- What the property actually charges at the desk on top of the rate.
Questions about Hotel Alka
What time is check-in and check-out at Hotel Alka?
Check-in is from 12:00 PM. Check-out is by 11:00 AM. If you're arriving late, tell us and we'll ask the property to hold the room.
Does Hotel Alka allow pets?
No — the property states that pets are not allowed.
Does Hotel Alka have Wi-Fi?
Yes — internet access is listed among the property's facilities.
Can I check in late at Hotel Alka?
The property lists a front desk staffed 24 hours, so a late arrival should be possible. Standard check-in is from 12:00 PM. Rooms are still released after a cut-off at some properties regardless of the desk hours, so tell us your arrival time and we'll have them hold it.
How do I book Hotel Alka?
Put your dates in above and book online, or call (888) 789-8585 and we'll do it for you — including things a booking form can't handle, like a block of rooms, a monthly rate or an invoice for your employer.
Where is Hotel Alka?
D3/23, Meer Ghat, Varanasi.
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