D 3/21 meer ghat near alka hotel, 221001 Varanasi, India
#15 of 147 B&Bs and Inns in Varanasi
Guests' ChoiceBased on 125 hotel reviews
8.6Cleanliness
8.3
Comfort
8.2
Location
9.5
Facilities
8.2
Staff
9.4
Value for money
8.9
Free WiFi
8.3
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 9 May 2024
Pradeep
IndiaMaa gangaji ka view from balcony
Super clean small rooms and bathrooms
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 7 February 2024
Gopal
IndiaWe give some suggestions about improvement of bathroom.
Excellent location. From rooftop one can watch Ganga with a cup of tea or breakfast.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 23 January 2024
Sai
India24 hrs hot water provided even in common bathroom
Location
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 5 January 2024
Peter
AustraliaNothing.
Staff were friendly and helpful, they helped me relocate my motorcycle to the secure parking area. Food prepared there was delicious and reasonably priced. Great location. Beautiful view from my room overlooking the Ganges River, what more could you ask for.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 27 December 2023
Kelly
United StatesFriendly and helpful owners. Great location
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 9 December 2023
Can
United KingdomNothing. Facilities are not great, but it's good value for money.
The location is excellent, by the river and close by many temples. You can walk along the river early morning or evening when there is less tourists. Manager Santosh is very helpful. My flight was cancelled last minute and I had to rebook my travel under time pressure. He kindly asked a staff to accompany to the main street, to ensure that I meet the Uber driver. Huge help to me.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 28 November 2023
Raphael
FranceGreat place to stay in Varanasi if you are looking for a very central hotel. The view on the river is amazing. Thank you, Manu (Vikas) for hosting me.
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 26 November 2023
Alex
United KingdomFacilities are quite basic and the room wasn’t the most aesthetic, but at the price and given there was a neat little balcony this wasn’t an issue for me. Location was good as well, nestled between lovely side streets and the riverside. I had some awesome help from Santosh in determining the location of my bus pickup point (which was proving impossible due to the language barrier) and arranging some transport to get there as well. Thanks Santosh!
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 25 November 2023
Milan
Czech RepublicRahul Mehrotra was perfect,like our brother❤️❤️❤️
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 21 November 2023
Rrahul
United KingdomRoom could have been cleaner…
Very courteous humble accommodation people. Just ask for anything and they will go overboard to sort it out for you.
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 18 October 2023
Paola
FranceVery well located, in a calm area next to the river. Walking distance from many places Thanks a lot to the staff who let us leave our bags and stay in another room even after check out because our train was late in the evening. He also helped us with finding a rickshaw to go to the station
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 28 September 2023
Nathan
AustraliaLook, the rooms could do with a coat of paint but who cares.
Excellent. Best view you will get of the Ganges for a budget traveller. Staff are very friendly and hospitable to any enquiry you have. Food is cooked from scratch. It’s top notch and fresh. Tasty. It’s India so rooms can be a little “different” but overall it’s a great deal. There is a private “shared” balcony for a couple of rooms and a big communal balcony for everyone in the hotel. I would advise you to book if you travel on a budget and like a friendly atmosphere.
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 23 September 2023
Vispute
IndiaFood - it was too sweet and garlic nan is like chapati
Staff
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 16 September 2023
Sagar
IndiaRooms are little small
Amazing Location, Nice staff and friendly owner guides you to where to visit and when to visit and also inform what will the reasonable pricing that you need to pay. Love the vibes at the location feels like home. I love there writings at the entrance "Place is small but the heart is Big" what a Amazing quote. This is true as well
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 19 August 2023
Kajal
IndiaNo comments everything was fine according to money
The location is beautiful and very close to dashwamedh ghat and.. staff were very polite and loved the view of kashi from the bank of ganga river...❤️❤️
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: 5 July 2023
Jiri-jakub
Czech RepublicI felt very well during my stay. The place has great vibes. The personal was very nice, the sitting on the terrace with Ganges view is fascinating and their vegetable briani was the best briani that I have ever eaten.
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: 30 June 2023
Aase
NorwayGreat location and views, good value, nice and helpful staff. My room was very clean. Thank you!
Stayed in June 2023
Reviewed: 31 May 2023
Zofia
PolandRoom is very tiny, so it could be hard to fit in more than 1 person. Balcony is not totally private.
Acommodation very simple, but has everything you need. Room and bathroom was clean. Staff friendly and helpful. Excellent location.
Stayed in May 2023
Reviewed: 30 March 2023
Jha
IndiaLocation is very good..
Location 👍👌
Stayed in March 2023
Reviewed: 22 March 2023
Shailesh
IndiaNothing
Everything about this place is divine. The location is peaceful and serene. The staff is the best I have ever come across. They are so helpful and serve you from heart.
Stayed in March 2023
Reviewed: 17 March 2023
Meagan
South AfricaThe owner really went out of his way for us. He whatsapped us to check when we're arriving and offered to speak to the tuk tuk driver. He gave us tips for the area etc. The location is fantastic and right on the river. The terraces are also great to observe the world go by.
Stayed in March 2023
Reviewed: 13 March 2023
Hyma
IndiaExcellent location and wonderful host.
Stayed in March 2023
Reviewed: 9 March 2023
Szczepan
Polandliterally nothing
I can’t imagine I could find better place in Varanasi! Perfect location right at the river bank with access to the gath. Super friendly and helpful staff. You can get over there a tasty food, drinks, help with any activities you would like to do, tours and whatever you need them to help you with. My room was very tidy with hot water available all the time, very quite as it was on the top floor, with access to almost private terrace, aircon, towels etc. Having in mind the old town area of Varanasi this place could be considered as very high standard! If I’m ever back in town this is the place I will definitely stay in!
Stayed in March 2023
Reviewed: 6 March 2023
Marina
SpainThe bathroom was the only thing that I liked less because it smelled very humid and small but honestly, even having a private bathroom in my room here is already a big commodity, so all good!
This has been one of my favorite places to stay in India so far. The room is confortable and I appreciate having toilet paper, water kettle, good pillows, table and a chair inside my room, and the views are great. The food at this place is so so delicious, fresh and homemade. I loved everything I tried. Also there is drinking water available always. The most important: the owner Vikas and the staff have been very welcoming and friendly to me, always available and willing to help. The hotel has beautiful paintings on the wall and a nice temple which brings you closer to the religion and spirituality here.
Stayed in March 2023
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