Shivala Road B3/119 A1 SHIVALA, 221001 Varanasi, India
#13 of 249 hotels in Varanasi
Guests' ChoiceBased on 193 hostel reviews
8.7Cleanliness
8.5
Comfort
8.5
Location
9.0
Facilities
8.4
Staff
9.3
Value for money
9.0
Free Wifi
8.5
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End of dialog contentReviewed: October 10, 2024
Akash
Indiaexcellent service and friendly staff. great place to stay when in varanasi.feiz and his colleagues are always there when needed and is a great support for first timers.my first visit to Varanasi was made heavenly with cookies stay.
Stayed in October 2024
Reviewed: October 10, 2024
Lisa
FranceI highly recommend staying here, the room are big and nice and the staff is really helpful and kind! My stay here was perfect. 🙏🏻
Stayed in October 2024
Reviewed: October 10, 2024
Marco
ItalySuper central location (10min easy walk to the ghats), good a/c in the dorm and, most of all, extremely helpful & friendly owner: Faiz will do anything to support you during your stay, useful visit suggestions included. Highly recommended, of course :)
Stayed in October 2024
Reviewed: October 8, 2024
Lars
DenmarkAircon a bit noisy. Didn't prevent me from sleeping though 😊
I never met such a friendly owner of a hostel. Faiz is a really nice man, who even - on his scooter - took my around the city and to temples. You feel really welcome and wanted as a guest in this hostel. Stayed in a double room with private bathroom. Basic and good. Will stay here again, if I return to Varanasi.
Stayed in October 2024
Reviewed: October 6, 2024
Saranya
IndiaEverything was great, worth for the money
Hospitality was very Good, Faiz’s helping tendency have no words to express. I’m doing solo travel from 2.5 years, this place is one of the few that I admire about the hospitality.
Stayed in October 2024
Reviewed: October 5, 2024
Abhishek
IndiaIt was a great stay at the venue.Faiz was super helpful with everything.we planned a night out but unfortunately it didn't happen .Other staffs are always there for you too.overall loved the place ♥️.
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: October 4, 2024
Suddi
IndiaGreat value hotel with friendly reception staff who are always willing to help👍
Stayed in October 2024
Reviewed: October 4, 2024
Charlotte
United KingdomGreat value stay for a popular area near to Assi ghat, only a 10 minute walk away. The room is just as pictured with AC working very well and the bed is comfortable. The owner and staff here are super helpful and friendly, they really go above and beyond to help out guests which is amazing
Stayed in October 2024
Reviewed: October 3, 2024
Raavi
IndiaLocation is perfect . Staff was very good . I like there vibes .. Faiz is a perfect person to solve all the problem of there customers .. thank you Faiz . And see you again ..
Stayed in October 2024
Reviewed: October 2, 2024
Markel
SpainGood value for the money, very kind owner, I recommend!!
Stayed in October 2024
Reviewed: September 29, 2024
Shivangi
IndiaNo lift facility and stairs are steep so not suitable for people with walking issues
The location was very convenient, staff were warm and polite and extremely helpful and all the facilities were proper and neat and clean
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: September 25, 2024
Devansh
IndiaWould like give thumbs to mr faiz for wonderful hosting at cookies stay next time see you soon
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: September 24, 2024
Upadhyay
IndiaThe staff is very cooperative and the owner is also very helpful. The premises is kept clean and all the other things are taken care of in a very good and hygenic manner.
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: September 22, 2024
Yogendra
IndiaEverything is good, but if you allow the pet's, then I think it really helpful for all the pet parents to stay here.
Firstly it is under the budget and provide good facilities in under the budget. So everything is good.
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: September 17, 2024
Shantanu
United KingdomNothing
Staffs are very cooperative and calm.
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: September 5, 2024
Liam
CanadaCan’t think of anything.
The location is amazing. Next to some of the main ghats along the Ganges. The staff were incredible. Faiz (son of the owner) made me feel right at home. He brought me to his favourite cafe and the next morning showed me the Shri Kashi Vishwanath Temple, the BHU Campus and Assi Ghat. He helped make my Varanasi experience unforgettable!
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: September 5, 2024
Meena
IndiaNothing to dislike here
All the main ghat is near to hotel like shivala ghat, assi Ghat, dasaswamedh ghat, maximum 10 to15 by auto. All staff are very helpful. Hygiene is good and bathroom option for both Indian and western. Highly recommended to this hotel to everyone if you came back in Varanasi so I choose this hotel again
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: September 4, 2024
Nishant
IndiaThe rooms are big, neat and clean. It would be better if they could come up with a kitchen in a hotel. Overall it is a nice place to stay in.
I went on a solo trip to Varanasi. Faiz who was at reception was very kind. He called me a couple of times after I booked my hotel. When I checked it, the room was neat and clean. To my surprise, they turned on the AC before I checked in. Overall room size was ok, it was clean. He helped me in planning my itinerary, gave suggestions regarding public transport and which mandir to go first. The next day I had to visit Kashi Vishwanath ji mandir early in the morning. Chote lal who is the receptionist at night, requested him to open the gate. he was very polite to do it. The hotel allows outside food as well. This hotel is at walking distance to assi ghat. You will find everything at walking distance from this hotel. Faiz, chote lal and Owais were very kind throughout my stay and helped me with each detail about holy places,helped me in planning everything. Whoever is visiting Kashi, this is one of the best hotels. The room is okay but the service is great. Highly recommended to everyone.
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: September 4, 2024
Himanshu
IndiaAbsolutely exceptional experience! This place deserves every bit of its five-star rating. The location is perfect, situated conveniently close to all major attractions, making it easy to explore the city. The host was incredibly welcoming and attentive, ensuring that every detail was taken care of. The services provided were top-notch, adding to the overall comfort and ease of the stay. The room itself was in pristine condition—clean, well-maintained, and thoughtfully equipped with everything needed for a perfect stay. Every aspect of this accommodation exceeded expectations, making it a standout choice for anyone looking to stay in the area. Highly recommended!
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: September 1, 2024
Aditya
IndiaAmazing staff, amazing property. Biggest wmphasis on how helpful the staff and management was. Very polite and helped me at every step
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: September 1, 2024
Amol
IndiaCleanliness , supportive staff and close to ganga river.
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: August 26, 2024
Мирошник
IndiaThe hostel staff are very polite and cheerful, they helped me with everything. The hostel is located in the Old Town, close to the main attractions - it's very convenient! If I come to Varanasi again, I will stay in the same hostel!
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: August 20, 2024
Jaiswal
IndiaOur stay was exceptional at cookies hostel varanasi. Very welcoming , helpful and warm- hearted people running the home stay . I felt very safe there especially as a women . The Dom including bathroom was cleaned ,AC and fan was working properly and matress was comfortable. The location is just perfect for discovering Varanasi vast spritual and historical treasures and the guest house is easy to find. We consider our time there as very precious and would recommend everybody to stay at cookies hostel during their time in Varanasi .
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: August 17, 2024
Misti
IndiaRoom were clean Staff were very polite . My parents has visited and staffs made sure to to make them comfortable as much as possible . allowed to checkin before their estimated time . Overall a good stay Will recommend and would surely love to visit again
Stayed in August 2024
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