Munshi Ghat, Darbhanga Ghat, Dashashwmedh, 221001 Varanasi, India
#2 of 268 hotels in Varanasi
Guests' ChoiceBased on 315 hotel reviews
9.1Cleanliness
9.3
Comfort
9.4
Location
9.7
Facilities
9.1
Staff
9.5
Value for money
8.0
Free WiFi
7.8
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 5 March 2023
Aditi
IndiaSome requests like transport or food orders occasionally take a bit long to complete.
The property is one of the most beautifully done up palaces in India. It has been restored extremely well and feels like living in a palace. The rooms are comfortable and service is excellent. Location is unbeatable on one of the most beautiful ghats 15-20 min walking distance from Kashi Vishwanath temple. The complimentary boat service makes it very convenient to enjoy the old city. The kathak and music performance every evening is very good. The food is good but may not be spicy enough for Indians. A perfect stay in a perfect location.
Stayed in March 2023
Reviewed: 1 March 2023
Vardhaman
IndiaThe location is Darbhanga ghat having a river view, can travel on a boat from the hotel. Rooms have vintage palace types very beautiful rooms. Breakfast has a luxury variety to eat, good food with a health and diet plan menu.
Stayed in February 2023
Reviewed: 24 February 2023
Diana
UkraineThis beautiful Brijrama hotel is located in the heart of Varanasi. the aas will have access to the exit to the Ghats and to the central streets. The attentive and impeccable staff of the hotel always anticipated my wishes and made my stay in Varanasi a fabulous trip.
Stayed in February 2023
Reviewed: 21 February 2023
Subhasis
BahrainCheck in and check process must be improved. Transfer from and to Namo ghat to the hotel needs to be improved a lot. Both the sides I faced issues n inconvenience.
Friendly staff and excellent services, mainly by Mr Pappu and Sandeep. Excellent location and maintenance of heritage side of the property.
Stayed in February 2023
Reviewed: 19 February 2023
Agustin
SpainBreakfast could be better; as well as part of the staff.
The palace is simply superb. It has been restored with taste. The location is likely the best in Varanasi.
Stayed in January 2023
Reviewed: 16 February 2023
Ravi
United StatesPrice is too high for the amenities provided. Not happy with airport pick up and drop off charges. There are times we felt some smells in corridors and corners. The rugs in the room are dirty. The wifi is slow and sometimes didn’t even work. The information about what to expect while coming and during stay was missing.
The hospitality. The quality of food, place and comfort
Stayed in February 2023
Reviewed: 15 February 2023
Arpan
United KingdomBrijrama Palace is such a truly beautiful hotel. Situated right in the banks of the Ganges, it’s an experience that will stay with you forever! Your wonderful experience starts right from your arrival. You get picked up in their boat and get taken along the Ganges to their hotel. You then enter the hotel to what can only be described as mind blowing beautiful hotel. It’s an Indian palace that transcends you back to old heritage india. The ambience of the hotel matches its surroundings from the beautiful nightly traditional Indian dancing shows, to complimentary evening boat ride on the Ganges to see the prayers (arti) and shows. But best of all was waking up to the most serene, gentle sound of live traditional flute playing outside your door - it was just heaven! As for the views, it’s nothing but breathtaking whether its sunrise or sunset, your eyes and senses will be on overdrive. Last but not least, the restaurant prepared the most exquisite food, big compliments to their chefs! The hotel is unquestionably on the high end cost wise, but if you can afford it, I promise you won’t regret the experience.
Stayed in December 2022
Reviewed: 13 February 2023
Rakesh
United KingdomNot much. Rooms perhaps not quite 5 star but to be expected from a heritage building.
Wonderful location. Attentive and courteous staff. Lots of little extra touches.
Stayed in February 2023
Reviewed: 12 February 2023
Vijay
Indiadifficult for seniors and elderly / differently abled to access and navigate the property , poor signals snd wifi , better matting for safety in bathroom
the heritage appeal , location
Stayed in February 2023
Reviewed: 12 February 2023
Biswaroop
Singaporeamazing location and staff
Stayed in January 2023
Reviewed: 6 February 2023
Felipe
BrazilIt is an old palace that was reconstructed as an Hotel. View for the ganga, nice restaurant, staff really helpful. Afternoon tea was awesome. And relaxing live flute music every morning. I really recommend the experience !
Stayed in December 2022
Reviewed: 1 February 2023
Anamika
United Statesnothing to not like
location, hospitality, staff , food, entertainment and ambience
Stayed in December 2022
Reviewed: 31 January 2023
Sujoy
Singaporelocation is fantastic. staff is really helpful. absolutely perfect stay
Stayed in January 2023
Reviewed: 27 January 2023
Catherine
United KingdomLovely welcoming employees. Phenomenal location and a beautiful environment to spend time.
Stayed in January 2023
Reviewed: 17 January 2023
Urmila
United Statesspirituality, cleanliness, personal servicd
Stayed in January 2023
Reviewed: 15 January 2023
Brenden
United Statesthe Wi-Fi
The location, right on the River Ganges.
Stayed in January 2023
Reviewed: 9 January 2023
Kevin
United StatesNothing. Well preserved site.
Exceptionally decorated with great charm. Extremely friendly and helpful staff. The food was fabulous.
Stayed in January 2023
Reviewed: 3 January 2023
Jolanta15
NorwayWe like everything. Wonderfull hotel with wonderfull people on the Ganga!!!
Stayed in January 2023
Reviewed: 3 January 2023
Urmimala
IndiaNo complaints at all!
Everything was perfect! They spoiled us with gifts and goodies. I was traveling with my mom (in her 70s), the hotel staff was super helpful and offered all assistance. Though a hard core non vegetarian I loved the vegetarian fare that the hotel had to offer!
Stayed in January 2023
Reviewed: 29 December 2022
Ranee
IndiaRate of rear city side view very high 😔
location right on the ghat , the easy boat rides and the heritage structure
Stayed in December 2022
Reviewed: 27 December 2022
Traveller575
Germany- excellent location and atmosphere directly at the Ganges and next to the Dashashwamedh Ghat - hotel offers afternoon tea, evening boat ride to observe the Ganga Aarti in neigbouring ghat - I have also booked a morning boat ride, including stop at Assi Ghat for sunrise perfomance, and guided heritage walk through them. - great views from hotel terrace on the river - nice restaurant for breakfast and dinner (veg and no alcohol). - arrival to hotel is by boat, driver or taxi will take you to Namo Ghat close to Kashi bridge, where you meet hotel staff.
Stayed in December 2022
Reviewed: 22 December 2022
Guillermo
GermanyThe room could be a bit brighter and some refurbishment -particularly in the bathroom- would help to justify the price.
The building itself is worth the stay, superb historical building in an absolutely top location. Staff very friendly, professional, committed and able to solve problems (or at least trying its best) Good restaurant with an excellent breakfast. The hotel is extremely clean and well maintained.
Stayed in October 2022
Reviewed: 21 December 2022
Anil
Indiaroom size and very llimited amenities
location and very courteous staff
Stayed in December 2022
Reviewed: 18 December 2022
Vikash
IndiaFew rooms are little disturbing due to out side noise.
Location
Stayed in December 2022
Reviewed: 17 December 2022
Collette
Australiaamazing palace in a central location on the ghats many inclusions
Stayed in December 2022
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