5.214 reviews
- Check-in from 12:00 PMCheck-out by 12:00 PM. The front desk is staffed around the clock, so a late arrival is fine.
Prime Location Located near popular Ghats in Varanasi, The Banaras Hotel offers easy access to key attractions like Kashi Vishwanath Temple and Manikarnika Ghat.
Comfort and Convenience Enjoy air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, flat-screen TV, and balcony options. A 24-hour front desk and room service ensure a hassle-free stay.
Scenic Views Relax on the terrace and take in picturesque views of the surroundings. Experience a serene retreat amidst the bustling city of Varanasi.
Book your stay at The Banaras Hotel now for an unforgettable experience in Varanasi!
What this place offers
- WiFi available
- Free WiFi
- Non-smoking rooms
- Air conditioning
- 24-hour front desk
- Room service
- Terrace
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking throughout
Rooms
5.2
Guest rating
Rated 5.2 out of 10 by 14 guests who stayed here.
- Cleanliness6.5
- Service6.0
- Location6.0
- Rooms4.7
- Amenities4.7
- Value4.7
- Food & drink4.7
Guests mention
CleanlinessStaff BehaviourLocation
RishitaIndiaCleanliness, staff behaviour and location
AshokIndiaSuperb
Prime location and easy to travel anywhere from this location
VikramIndiaPassable
ManishUnited Arab EmiratesVery bad experience would never book it
Only staff mature, but this has to be good to composite everything
I would have given it negative number but unfortunately booking.com don’t have option. Don’t go with the app shows pictures. The rooms are smaller than a…
JayprakashIndiaDisappointing
AnjanIndiaGood
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 January 2026.
Where you’ll be
36 Godowlia Road, Varanasi, India
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 until 11:30 PM
Check-out by 12:00 PM
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 The Banaras Hotel
What time is check-in and check-out at The Banaras Hotel?
Check-in is from 12:00 PM. Check-out is by 12:00 PM. If you're arriving late, tell us and we'll ask the property to hold the room.
Does The Banaras Hotel allow pets?
No — the property states that pets are not allowed.
Does The Banaras Hotel have Wi-Fi?
Yes — internet access is listed among the property's facilities.
Can I check in late at The Banaras Hotel?
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 The Banaras Hotel?
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 The Banaras Hotel?
36 Godowlia Road, Varanasi.
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