D-24/17, Pandey Ghat, Pandey Hawali,, 221001 Varanasi, India
#70 of 244 B&Bs and inns in Varanasi
Guests' ChoiceBased on 310 hotel reviews
8.0Cleanliness
7.8
Comfort
7.6
Location
9.4
Facilities
7.4
Staff
8.9
Value for money
8.0
Free Wifi
7.3
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End of dialog contentReviewed: March 29, 2025
Jayesh
United KingdomNothing
The guest house is just on the bank on ganges. As per reviews, it was a bit tricky to find it, however, once there the terrace overlooking ganges takes your breath away. I stayed for two nights and would stay again next time to fully enjoy the view from the terrace of the this guest house. Specially the sunrises and sunsets are absolutley amazing to say the least.
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: March 19, 2025
Annamária
HungaryThe bed and the pillow was not really comfortable for our taste and the room was mostly occupied by the bed, did not leave us much space to pack out our stuff. But altogether it was a nice cozy room, so these are mostly personal preferences.
The location of the guesthouse is amazing with a great view from the terrace. The room was quite ok and it was convenient that we could get coffee and food at the guesthouse. We had to leave quite early to catch our train to Delhi but it was no problem, the staff was very helpful and let us out even during the night.
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: March 15, 2025
Orsolya
United KingdomThe walls of the room haven’t been painted in a long time and the en-suite could be a bit cleaner. Bedding and towel was nice and clean though I had no issues with that.
Superb location! Friendly atmosphere and some groups of friends staying here made it feel like it’s a cool party place. Staff is helpful especially the woman receptionist who also takes food and drink orders and chasing monkeys away etc. My room had a fan and an AC option which I appreciated.
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: March 14, 2025
Rubí
IrelandThere's only one way, and sometimes cows don't let you access 😅
Clean place, very kind the lady in charge. :)
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: March 12, 2025
Tony
AustraliaGreat location over looking the Ganges, basis accomodation but that was expected
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: March 7, 2025
Sara
United KingdomThe dogs barking at night but that can't be helped. Beds a little too hard for me.
The lady at reception. When she smiled, it was a lovely way to welcome. Great location. Top balconies on both levels. Food through day reasonably priced. Great chai! You could dip in and out of the chaos of Vanasi. Lovely to watch the boats at night chugg past! Perfect. Exceptional location.
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: March 5, 2025
Cindy
United StatesThe regular manager was out of town, and the place was not that well tended. Sometimes had to knock at various doors to get assistance or order food. The guys who helped with stuff seemed somewhat surly. Everything costs something.
The location was at the ghats. But to get there was difficult and deep in the old town, through twists and turns, and generally required assistance from the hotel, which they required payment for.
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: March 3, 2025
Krishna
GermanyIt’s on the bank of Ganges River and at quite ghat Pandey Ghat which is away from busy ghats. The small shrine of Lord Vishnu add the ambience of the holiness. The food is great, clean and advice for foreigners.
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: February 28, 2025
Anya
IndonesiaI highly recommend booking your taxi directly through the guesthouse, not via booking.com. On our way there we booked through booking.com and although we presumed this meant it was via the guesthouse, it wasn't. We were basically dropped off in the middle of town with no instructions and no idea how to reach the guesthouse after a 20 hour journey and no phone signal to find it. On the way back we booked via the guesthouse and were helped straight from the place with our bags and taken successfully to the airport, so I recommend choosing that option!
I really appreciated the staff, Priya & co. were very helpful, friendly and supportive for our needs. Food was great and clean. Room cleaning was available if we wanted it. I recommend the deluxe room, which is upstairs and faces the ganga with a terrace outside and balcony. Location is right in front of the ghats so the view is wonderful, the terrace is perfect for looking out from a calm place. Plus the chai is amazing :)
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: February 22, 2025
Sayandeep
IndiaThere's nothing.
The location was very good. The staff were very helpful. The ganga view was the best thing. All the basic amenities were there. AC was working. Room & bathroom were very clean. Running hot & cold water was available 24×7. What else you need? The morning coffee was also very good.
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: February 21, 2025
Jennifer
South AfricaThe room was small, dark, and on a busy walkway. Very noisy guests having a midnight party outside the room.. They could offer a quiet- time night curfew. The ATM's in Varanasi had run out of cash! I would avoid independence day celebration time as it's very crowded.
The position is the best feature. The manageress and staff are kind and helpful.
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: February 19, 2025
Janette
FranceThe location is just amazing and I liked the old touch to the place. Also you can eat there which is great . It’s actually been one of the best stays I have had in India so far.
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: February 14, 2025
Linda
United KingdomBasic property but good value for money.
The closeness to the Ghats.
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: February 12, 2025
Vipul
IndiaAccessible only on foot which is understandable due to its location. Can be a bit difficult if you have heavy bags.
Superb location on the ghats. Really good view from the rooftop restaurant
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: February 11, 2025
Raphael
AustriaVery hard (nearly to no) mattress
Nice view from the terrace. Good location. Friendly staff. Nice and clean rooms.
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: February 9, 2025
Shaheer
IndiaReaching to Property is very difficult
Location
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: February 7, 2025
Viral
United KingdomThe facilities should be upgraded, particularly hot water for showers.
The location and courteous staff
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: January 17, 2025
Prakash
IndiaRoom could have had windows, some rooms have and some don't, both cost the same
Food is good and available upon order, so its freshly made. River view and sit out is great, peaceful locality.. we were also provided campfire (during winter). Great for solitude, contemplation, book reading, yoga and meditation (self practice)
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: January 13, 2025
Abhishek
IndiaThe room nd the comfort provided in rooms
The View from the Place was something that cant be described in words Too good
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: December 22, 2024
Gareth
United KingdomThe rooms could be slightly larger as there wasn’t much space to move around or unpack.
Very good location right on the ghats. It made it a perfect base to see varanasi. The hosts were very welcoming.
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: December 10, 2024
Picasso
IndiaOverall a great stay. The place is just next to Kedar Ghat. You can enjoy an amazing view of the Ganges. The food and accommodation facility is not great, but decent and of value for money. The staff were excellent. Especially the lady manager has always been very proactive in helping.
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: December 2, 2024
Ramkrishna
IndiaNa
More good room
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: November 26, 2024
Elizabeth
United KingdomFood was difficult to order and receive Service quite poor
Location Wonderful views Clean Manager helpful at times
Stayed in November 2024
Reviewed: November 23, 2024
Melanie
United KingdomThe room was very small so there wasn't enough storage. The pillows were a bit hard
The location was perfect. The staff were very friendly and helpful and we could see Ganga from our window
Stayed in November 2024
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