B-4/25, Shivala Ghat, Nepali Kothi,, 221002 Varanasi, India
#41 of 262 hotels in Varanasi
Guests' ChoiceBased on 213 hotel reviews
7.9Cleanliness
8.5
Comfort
8.5
Location
8.8
Facilities
7.8
Staff
8.9
Value for money
7.0
Free WiFi
8.3
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 7 December 2023
Ajay
Indianeither behaviour nor food nor room was up to the standard , approach to hotel iis not good , very inconvinient.
Neither breakfast was good nor location , reaching hotel was too difficult n bad , through alleys n dirty path ways.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 6 December 2023
Varun
IndiaExpected much more plush appointments in the room and Hotel. The price paid is largely going towards the Ganges view. But the stay could have been much more comfortable given the price paid.
Staff was extremely hospitable
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 25 November 2023
Shatadrupa
IndiaNothing to mention
Location, Food and Hospitality
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 23 November 2023
Maria
UkraineNothing
The hotel is 100% value for money option to stay in Varanasi. It’s situated right on the ghat and even has private stairs to the river from inside of the hotel. The rooms are small but nice, service is good. Keep in mind that breakfast in all Varanasi hotels on the river are 100% vegetarian with no egg options.
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 22 October 2023
Lalitjha
IndiaNothing
All
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 17 October 2023
Pankaj
Canadafood
good
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 28 September 2023
Isabel
United StatesWalking from the road through narrow streets
Close to the river
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 26 September 2023
Priya
United StatesWiFi is definitely an issue.
Boutique property of the Royal Nepali family has been converted into a beautiful hotel. The hotel is located at the Shivalaya Ghat and has a private steps leading to the Holy Ganga. The courtyard is well situated. The best part of our stay was the staff of the hotel. Courteous, helpful and always welcoming. The food is also amazing. This is a gem of a find. If your purpose is to go to the temples, ask for Sanjay. The hotel guide is awesome and will arrange for everything including wheelchair access should your party need one.
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 20 September 2023
Roma
AustraliaIt was difficult to access, there were no signs directing to the property..and the path was uneven and stinky and dirty
Nothing much really except some staff
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 28 July 2023
Hashimoto
United StatesGreat location facing Ganges. From roof top terrace, you can see people bathing and praying in Ganges. Sunrise from roof top is exceptional. Staff are kind and they try to do best to meet your request. You can also have a boat trip (need negotiation) from the Shivala Ghat. If you arrive/depart by taxi, you can ask porter to bring your suitcase.
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: 11 June 2023
Venkatesh
United StatesThe alleyway access to the hotel was a bit dirty but the highway is clean.
Beautiful boutique hotel with an excellent view of the Ganges. The terrace early morning is as blissful as it gets. Beautifully appointed rooms and great service. Easy access from inside the hotel to the river Ganga.
Stayed in May 2023
Reviewed: 25 April 2023
Diane
United Kingdomnothing
everything. staff & hotel & food amazing
Stayed in April 2023
Reviewed: 23 April 2023
Vastu
IndiaNo ventilation , I mean windows
Stayed in April 2023
Reviewed: 8 December 2022
Akash
Indiaprice is little overrated
location
Stayed in December 2022
Reviewed: 19 October 2022
Gbp
CanadaThe hotel was conveniently located for our needs as we were there to perform religious rituals on the ghats. Our room was comfortable and clean. The hotel and the room had all the necessary amenities. The restaurant provided excellent food and was willing to accommodate our special dietary needs. We also appreciated the free entertainment (Indian music and singing) provided every evening. All hotel employees were always friendly, courteous and professional and they were willing to assist when we had special requests. Mr Uday, Mr. Krishna Gopal Pandey and Mr. Brahma Kumar provided exceptional service during our stay.
Stayed in September 2022
Reviewed: 15 October 2022
Ujjal
IndiaNothing as such
The property is bang on Shivala Ghat. You can see sunrise above the Ganges from your room; (Our's was Room No 103). It's in close proximity to Assi Ghat and Biswanath Temple. They've provided a guide (Pratik Mishra) with is whoade our stay much special who would take you to best places to visit and famous local cuisines. The property organizes classic concert ech evening which is awesome
Stayed in October 2022
Reviewed: 29 September 2022
Sheena
United Kingdomthe team did a good job to make us feel comfortable. the location was ideal for what I wanted.
Stayed in September 2022
Reviewed: 29 September 2022
Ganapathi
Switzerlandexpensive. limited food options
ambiance and the private alley for ganges
Stayed in September 2022
Reviewed: 14 September 2022
Amit
United Arab EmiratesNot worth the money. Food is too expensive.Better to stay in a cheaper hotel. There are other 5 star hotels at cheaper rate and its 100 times better than this. The reason they charge so high is cause of sivala ghat view which isnt great either. It's a 2 star hotel. Taxis cant reach the location and the taxi driver told me there are better options.Never book this hotel. The Guy who carried my luggage to the taxi stand charged me 100 Rs. (Returning back) Wifi is poor
I only liked the monkeys on the rooftop of this hotel
Stayed in September 2022
Reviewed: 12 September 2022
Masaharu
IndiaSmall nuisances for foreigners - safe box not working, told reception with no response, 1000am checkout and no extension even hotel arranged car at 1200, wait at the road over 5 min for the car...etc. nothing serious.
Location
Stayed in September 2022
Reviewed: 23 August 2022
Jose
Colombiaworst location
cleanliness
Stayed in August 2022
Reviewed: 12 August 2022
Manuel
SwitzerlandVery, very, very lovely and supporting Crew! From A-Z satisfiying!
Stayed in August 2022
Reviewed: 1 August 2022
Sukanya
IndiaUnresponsive staff slow service
Just the view
Stayed in July 2022
Reviewed: 22 July 2022
Seema
United Arab EmiratesBeautiful Ganges view...loved it
Stayed in July 2022
Reviewed: 8 July 2022
Dr
IndiaRoad to Approach
Location.. Staff and food..specially music in evening 👌👌
Stayed in April 2022
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