The India Benares
HotelMint Road, Subroto Chowk Near Airforce Station, Cantonment, Varanasi, IndiaShow on map
6.5 · Pleasant56 reviews
- Check-in from 2:00 PMCheck-out by 11:30 AM. The front desk is staffed around the clock, so a late arrival is fine.
- Very good locationGuests rate the location 8.2 out of 10, at Mint Road, Subroto Chowk Near Airforce Station, Cantonment.
- Free parkingThe property states parking on site is free for guests.
Prime Location in Varanasi Located just 1.8 km from Varanasi Junction Railway Station, The India Benares is the perfect choice for travelers looking to explore the cultural landmarks of the city.
Comfortable and Well-Equipped Rooms Guests can enjoy air-conditioned rooms with modern amenities such as a flat-screen TV, free WiFi, and a private bathroom. The hotel also offers room service and a 24-hour front desk for convenience.
Delicious Dining Options Start your day with a delicious breakfast offering continental, American, or Asian options. For other meals, guests can dine at the on-site restaurant or unwind with a drink at the bar.
Experience the best of Varanasi at The India Benares. Book your stay now!
What this place offers
- WiFi available
- Free WiFi
- Parking
- Free Parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Air conditioning
- Swimming pool
- 24-hour front desk
- Restaurant
- Room service
Rooms
6.5
Pleasant
Rated 6.5 out of 10 by 56 guests who stayed here.
- Cleanliness5.7
- Service8.2
- Location8.2
- Rooms6.2
- Amenities6.2
- Value6.2
- Food & drink5.2
Guests mention
LocationStaffComfortable stay
AshutoshIndiaFeel like visiting again
The manager at reception was very courteous and mannered
All was good
ChauhanIndiaV good
Location good
AndrejSIEverything,super
ARVINDIndiaOK
Location of Hotel
anilIndiaLocation, staff , stay was comfortable
Restaurant needs some serious work.
upendranadhIndiaIt's good place having safe car parking facility. I liked that. Easy local transport availability.
Nothing
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
Mint Road, Subroto Chowk Near Airforce Station, Cantonment, Varanasi, India
Guests rate the location 8.2 out of 10 — very good.
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 2:00 PM until 12:00 AM
Check-out by 11:30 AM
Children welcome
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No pets
Free parking on site
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
- How many rooms they will hold at once, for how long, and on what terms.
- That the step-free room is actually free on your dates, and whether it is a roll-in shower or a bath, which the listing never says.
- That the desk is staffed when you land, and that the room is held past cut-off.
- Whether there is room for a pickup, a trailer or a van, not just a car.
- 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 India Benares
What time is check-in and check-out at The India Benares?
Check-in is from 2:00 PM. Check-out is by 11:30 AM. If you're arriving late, tell us and we'll ask the property to hold the room.
Does The India Benares allow pets?
No — the property states that pets are not allowed.
Is there parking at The India Benares?
Yes — the property states that parking on site is free. Whether a space can be reserved in advance varies, so we check it against your dates.
Does The India Benares have a pool?
Yes — a pool is listed among the property's facilities. Seasonal closures are common, so we'll confirm it's open for your dates.
Does The India Benares have Wi-Fi?
Yes — internet access is listed among the property's facilities.
Can I book a block of rooms at The India Benares?
The property lists meeting and banquet space, which usually means it handles group business — but how many rooms it will hold at once, for how long, and at what rate are set case by case and are not in any feed. Tell us the dates and the number of rooms and we'll get those terms from the property in writing before anything is charged.
Does The India Benares have wheelchair accessible rooms?
The property lists step-free or accessible facilities. That flag is the one least able to settle the question: a hotel can carry it and still have a step at the entrance, or a bath rather than a roll-in shower, and it does not say whether the accessible room is free on your dates. Tell us what you need and we'll ask the property directly rather than reading you the flag.
Can I check in late at The India Benares?
The property lists a front desk staffed 24 hours, so a late arrival should be possible. Standard check-in is from 2:00 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 India Benares?
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 India Benares?
Mint Road, Subroto Chowk Near Airforce Station, Cantonment, Varanasi.
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