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The 10 Best 5-star Hotels in Varanasi, India

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Situated on its own ghat, BrijRama Palace – A Heritage Hotel was built in the 18th Century and is considered as one of the oldest structures in Varanasi. Overlooking the Ganges, the property is a stone’s throw away from the popular Dasashwamedh Ghat. It offers 2 dining options and a rooftop terrace. Complimentary boat check in/check out is provided (except monsoons).

The location , staff food, decor and ambience was exceptional without a doubt. Nikita and the entire team went out of their way to assist in any and everything

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9.1
Superb
449 reviews
Price from
£272
per night

Over the years, royalty and celebrities have stayed in the luxurious and spacious rooms at Taj Nadesar Palace. Featuring four-poster beds and traditional furnishings, all come with a flat-screen TV, DVD player and minibar. Large marble bathrooms have a bathtub.

Excellent welcome. Staff did everything possible to make our stay comfortable. Hotel was excellent. The premises could use a little refreshing (rose garden, golf area).

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9.8
Exceptional
54 reviews
Price from
£417
per night

Situated in Varanasi, 1.8 km from Godowlia, Hotel Madin features free WiFi access and free private parking. The hotel has a terrace and views of the city, and guests can enjoy a meal at the restaurant.

Was really good! Nice staff, nice room

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8.2
Very good
408 reviews
Price from
£76
per night

Spread over 40 acres of tropical gardens, Taj Ganges, Varanasi is a peaceful getaway in the ancient temple city of Varanasi. Offering an outdoor pool and a spa, it also has 24-hour room service.

The modern air-conditioned rooms are all equipped with a flat-screen TV, minibar and tea/coffee making facilities. All enjoy views of the garden, pool or city. Bathrooms come with shower facilities.

Nice Room. Clean. Good Food. Very welcoming staff.

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8.8
Fabulous
913 reviews
Price from
£101
per night

Located within 1.9 km of Harishchandra Ghat and 2.9 km of Assi Ghat, Madhuri Guest House features rooms in Varanasi. Featuring a terrace, the 5-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. The property is non-smoking and is situated 1.5 km from Dasaswamedh Ghat.

It was very neat and clean room as well as washrooms. Staff and owner behaviour was pretty good. Transportation easily available. Overall it was nice experience.

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8.3
Very good
14 reviews
Price from
£14
per night

Situated in Varanasi, 4.7 km from Varanasi Junction Railway Station, Doubletree By Hilton Varanasi features accommodation with a fitness centre, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant. With free WiFi, this 5-star hotel offers room service and a 24-hour front desk. The property is non-smoking and is located 5.5 km from Kashi Vishwanath Temple.

Hi.. this is a serious feedback... Mam Anushka was very much superb.. helped me alot as it was an medical emergency for me.. mr. Mangal ji andr.abhishek ji has also done best work during my stay... Excellent service... Hatsoff to the team

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6.6
Review score
130 reviews
Price from
£86
per night

Hotel Clarks is located in Varanasi, just next to JHV Mall and 6 km from the city centre. It features an outdoor swimming pool and 5-star accommodation with a TV. Free parking is provided.

Elegant rooms at Hotel Clarks Varanasi come with wooden flooring. Each is equipped with a personal safe, tea/coffee maker and bathroom with a shower.

Lovely hotel which the late Queen stayed in 1960. Still has old Colonial feel. Food excellent and the chef accommodated our requirements. Central enough to reach the ghats and old town in tuk tuk or taxi but situated outside the noise and crowds. Lovely garden and secluded pool.

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6.8
Review score
163 reviews
Price from
£75
per night

Offering a modern décor, rooms feature wood panelled walls and carpeted flooring. They are equipped with wired internet access and a TV with cable channels. Marble bathrooms come with a bathtub and hairdryer. In-room dining is possible.

The garden at the back, and the overall grandness of the hotel is excellent. The staff were extremely courteous and helpful.

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6.9
Review score
556 reviews
Price from
£70
per night

Featuring 5-star accommodation, OMKAR INTERNATIONAL is situated in Varanasi, 2.3 km from Dasaswamedh Ghat and 2.5 km from Kashi Vishwanath Temple. The property is located 2.5 km from Harishchandra Ghat, 2.5 km from Kedar Ghat and 2.9 km from Manikarnika Ghat. The accommodation features a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service and free WiFi throughout the property.

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7.3
Good
3 reviews
Price from
£26
per night

BNB Kashi Darsan is situated in Varanasi, 1.6 km from Harishchandra Ghat and 3 km from Assi Ghat. With free WiFi, this 5-star hotel offers room service and a 24-hour front desk. The property is non-smoking and is set 100 metres from Kashi Vishwanath Temple.

We had a wonderful stay at kashi Darsan. The environment and the atmosphere helped us to relax. We had a very good stay...Excellent Reception, clean tidy, sweet memories. Thank you all.... The rooms were clean, very comfortable, and the staff was amazing. They went over and beyond to help make our stay enjoyable. I highly recommend this hotel for anyone visiting downtown. The staff was the nicest staff I have ever encountered at a hotel. They were always friendly and asked how our stay was going every time we walked in the door. They also were able to recommend places to get any type of meal that we needed as well.The bed was extremely comfortable. The room was spacious and clean. The vintage aesthetics were awesome. Wish we weren’t just passing through!. Thankyou so much The staff was great. The receptionists were very helpful and answered all our questions. The room was clean and bright, and the room service was always on time. Will be coming back! Thank you so much

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4.6
Review score
19 reviews
Price from
£14
per night

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When the accommodation is just as important as the destination, a five-star stay should give that extra ‘wow’ factor as you enter the lobby. As well as offering the kind of service to make you feel like royalty, you’ll usually find highly rated on-site spas, gourmet restaurants and top-of-the-line beds you won’t want to get out of.
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  • BrijRama Palace, Varanasi - By the Ganges
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 449 reviews

    Situated on its own ghat, BrijRama Palace – A Heritage Hotel was built in the 18th Century and is considered as one of the oldest structures in Varanasi.

    Everything absolutely stunning fantastic location .

  • Taj Nadesar Palace
    9.8
    Scored 9.8
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 54 reviews

    This historical palace sits amidst mango orchards and jasmine fields, 6 km from the scenic River Ganges.

    it’s quiet and located in beautiful city! one of the best!

  • Hotel Madin
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 409 reviews

    Situated in Varanasi, 1.8 km from Godowlia, Hotel Madin features free WiFi access and free private parking.

    nice and clean, good swimming pool , convenient to other places

  • Taj Ganges Varanasi
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 913 reviews

    Spread over 40 acres of tropical gardens, Taj Ganges, Varanasi is a peaceful getaway in the ancient temple city of Varanasi. Offering an outdoor pool and a spa, it also has 24-hour room service.

    The breakfast was excellent! The food is excellent.

  • Doubletree By Hilton Varanasi
    6.6
    Scored 6.6
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 130 reviews

    Situated in Varanasi, 4.7 km from Varanasi Junction Railway Station, Doubletree By Hilton Varanasi features accommodation with a fitness centre, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

    We had a bad hotel the night before so it was a safe place

  • Hotel Clarks Varanasi
    6.8
    Scored 6.8
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 163 reviews

    Hotel Clarks is located in Varanasi, just next to JHV Mall and 6 km from the city centre. It features an outdoor swimming pool and 5-star accommodation with a TV. Free parking is provided.

    It was pleasant. Breakfast was good & hygienic.

  • Ramada Plaza by Wyndham JHV Varanasi
    6.9
    Scored 6.9
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 557 reviews

    Located in Varanasi City, Ramada Plaza by Wyndham JHV Varanasi offers 5 dining options and an outdoor pool. It also boasts a spa, gym and a tennis court.

    The rooms were comfortable. The breakfast was good

  • Hotel Pushp vatika

    Situated in Varanasi, 3.6 km from Banaras Hindu University, Hotel Pushp vatika features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

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  • ILIKA STAYS (DASHASHWAMEDH GHAT)
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 79 reviews

    Offering a garden and lake view, ILIKA STAYS (DASHASHWAMEDH GHAT) is situated in Varanasi, 200 metres from Dasaswamedh Ghat and 500 metres from Kashi Vishwanath Temple.

    Room is so beautiful and staff is very cooperative.

  • Madhuri Guest House
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 14 reviews

    Located within 1.9 km of Harishchandra Ghat and 2.9 km of Assi Ghat, Madhuri Guest House features rooms in Varanasi.

    The rooms and the co-operation of the owner as well as staffs

  • Pretty Garden View Apartment 3BHK Furnished Flat near Kashi Vishwanath Temple
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 108 reviews

    Offering a shared lounge and lake view, Pretty Garden View Apartment 3BHK Furnished Flat near Kashi Vishwanath Temple is located in Varanasi, 1.5 km from Harishchandra Ghat and 1.6 km from Kedar Ghat.

    They were extremely helpful and flexible to further demands

  • Om Vilas Benares
    Central location
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 31 reviews

    Set in Varanasi, 7.6 km from Sarnath, Om Vilas Benares offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and a garden.

    it's closeness to the nature. very calm and peace..

  • Tree of Life Resort & Spa Varanasi
    7.7
    Scored 7.7
    Good
    Rated good
     · 48 reviews

    Unlike many of the popular tourist destinations that you may have visited, this city goes on in spite and not because of its visitors.

    Beautifully done , serene, large rooms without sit-outs.

  • OMKAR INTERNATIONAL
    7.3
    Scored 7.3
    Good
    Rated good
     · 3 reviews

    Featuring 5-star accommodation, OMKAR INTERNATIONAL is situated in Varanasi, 2.3 km from Dasaswamedh Ghat and 2.5 km from Kashi Vishwanath Temple.

  • BNB Kashi Darsan
    Central location
    4.6
    Scored 4.6
    Disappointing
    Rated disappointing
     · 19 reviews

    BNB Kashi Darsan is situated in Varanasi, 1.6 km from Harishchandra Ghat and 3 km from Assi Ghat. With free WiFi, this 5-star hotel offers room service and a 24-hour front desk.

  • Bnb Nidhi
    Central location
    1.0
    Scored 1.0
    Very poor
    Rated very poor
     · 1 review

    Bnb Nidhi is set in Varanasi, 2.1 km from Kashi Vishwanath Temple and 2.3 km from Dasaswamedh Ghat. This 5-star hotel offers room service, a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi.

  • De Costa Palace
    Central location
    1.0
    Scored 1.0
    Very poor
    Rated very poor
     · 1 review

    De Costa Palace is situated in Varanasi, within 6.5 km of Kashi Vishwanath Temple and 6.7 km of Dasaswamedh Ghat. This 5-star hotel offers room service, a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi.

  • DS Residency Varanasi

    Situated within 3.6 km of Varanasi Junction Railway Station and 4 km of Dasaswamedh Ghat, DS Residency Varanasi features rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Varanasi.

  • Hotel shivay
    Central location

    Set in Varanasi, 3.6 km from Varanasi Junction Railway Station, Hotel shivay offers accommodation with a restaurant, free private parking and a bar.

  • Omkar International

    Omkar International is located in Varanasi, 2.9 km from Kashi Vishwanath Temple and 3.1 km from Manikarnika Ghat. This 5-star hotel offers room service and a 24-hour front desk.

  • Kashi Darsan Hotel

    Situated within 2.5 km of Kashi Vishwanath Temple and 2.6 km of Manikarnika Ghat, Kashi Darsan Hotel provides rooms in Varanasi.

  • One Night Stay
    Central location

    Located 800 metres from Dasaswamedh Ghat, One Night Stay offers 5-star accommodation in Varanasi and features a terrace.

  • HOTEL OMKAR INTERNATIONAL

    HOTEL OMKAR INTERNATIONAL is set in Varanasi, 2.4 km from Dasaswamedh Ghat and 2.6 km from Kashi Vishwanath Temple. This 5-star hotel offers room service and a 24-hour front desk.

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5 star hotels that guests love in Varanasi

  • Avg. price/night: £79.70
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 409 reviews
    Clean, comfortable hotel. Very friendly staff. Excellent tasty food and a wide selection.. What else do we need?! We almost booked in a 5 star hotel elsewhere, but unfortunately they didn't have walk-in shower, which we were looking for elderly parents. I would rate Madin as 5 stars!! Well done, staff and management 😁
    Ayyakkannu
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £77.03
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 694 reviews
    The staff, manager and drivers are 5 star. They are all extremely helpful and attentive. Many activities were arranged through the venue and thoroughly enjoyed them. Tour guide was great. Room was great value for money and loved the upgraded deluxe room.
    Randir
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £28.88
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 44 reviews
    The property is adjacent to the ghat with a view of the Ganga river from the terrace . It’s neat and clean . The staff is very cooperative and friendly . Kuldeep , the host gives personal attention to all the guests and makes sure that the trip is beyond the Varanasi that you wanted to visit . I had amazing stay and thanks to him visited many other places that were not on my list . 5 stars!
    tyagi
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £17.01
    7.7
    Scored 7.7
    Good
    Rated good
     · 30 reviews
    Hard working couple. Good service. 5 stars.
    Kaushal
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £48.14
    7.6
    Scored 7.6
    Good
    Rated good
     · 68 reviews
    Not much of a choice in breakfast. From two items had to choose one.But the plus point was we felt at home & also felt appreciated. I always used to think that the best hotel experience would come from something amazingly luxurious. But no— the thrill of super luxury is a game of one-upmanship, designed to satisfy vanity, not curiosity. And all thanx to M K Grand to have all amenities of a 5 star embedded in a 3 star😊
    Verma
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £24.60
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 676 reviews
    Location was very good. Staff was helpfull. Kitchen was good! The bed was like 5 stars of 5!! Shower little cold. Wifi good. Safe place. I would recommand definetely!!
    Domenica
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £13.37
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 580 reviews
    Amazing staff, ready to provide any service instantly. Unique location. Everything is within walking distance. The room had a balcony and a private bathroom. Great value for money if you didn't expect 5 stars
    Войтец родной
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £21.40
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 371 reviews
    Wonderful place! I've stayed here before, and when I was going to visit Varanasi again I definitely decided to stay here. After renovation the place became even more nicer, cosy rooms, very clean - the cleanest place in India I've ever stayed in:)))) it's in a calm corner close to Assi ghat, comfortable location for a tourist to have a good rest. Andvthe main thing about the place are the owners - nice family of great hospitality ready to help in every little thing! Definitely 5 stars and 100% recommended! Will come again!
    Maha
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £57.29
    7.4
    Scored 7.4
    Good
    Rated good
     · 340 reviews
    I booked it for my friend and had a amazing exceptional time in terms of food and service. 5 stars ⭐ all the way.
    Ravi
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £52.96
    7.7
    Scored 7.7
    Good
    Rated good
     · 291 reviews
    The hotel is close to the main ghat and most rooms have a river view. The staff was amazing! They helped us with everything. Organized a very good guide, a boad ride and also a car for a day trip. The indian food in the small restaurant was excelent, just one cook, but he did a very good job. The hotel is small but has a nice authentic flair. You will not find five star luxury, but you will find a nice stay in a great location with an warm welcome from the people here. We enjoyed it very much!
    Stefan
    Young couple

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