Banaras Paying Guest House

Hotels
OYO Rooms
8.8 (670 reviews)
B-1/240, ASSI Varanasi UP 221001 IND , Varanasi , in

Children allowed

Facilities

Guest education on local ecosystems and culture
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Room service
Terrace
Family rooms
Luggage storage
Tour desk
Soundproof rooms
Ironing service
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly service
Great location
Clean rooms
Good breakfast
Cons:
Difficult to find on Google Maps
Pillows were a bit hard

Categories

Cleanliness
8.69
Most reviews noted that the rooms were clean, contributing positively to the experience.
Service
9.16
Numerous reviews highlighted fantastic, friendly service from the owners.
Location
9.2
Often praised for being close to Assi Ghat and other attractions, enhancing overall convenience.
Room Quality
8.65
Rooms described as basic but good value, with highlights on cleanliness and comfort.
Amenities
8.68
Reviewers mentioned adequate amenities, including good Wi-Fi.
Value for Money
8.64
Guests found the rates reasonable for the quality provided.
Food and Beverage
8.69
Breakfast was frequently complimented as delicious and well-prepared.
Overall Experience
8.66
General sentiment indicates a positive and memorable experience at the hotel.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-08 19:27

Property Description

Central Location in Varanasi

Comfortable Accommodation
Each room at Banaras Guest House offers a cozy seating area and a shared bathroom with modern amenities. Enjoy the convenience of a fan, cleaning products, and complimentary WiFi during your stay.

Convenient Facilities
Benefit from a 24-hour front desk, a charming terrace, and an on-site mini-market for all your needs. Explore the city with ease using the ticket service and tour desk available. Additionally, shops within the property ensure you have everything at your fingertips.

Ready to experience Varanasi in comfort and style? Book your stay at Banaras Guest House now.

Important information:

Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Property Policies

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 5 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Parking

    Public parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is needed) and costs INR 300 per day.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.8
Based on 670 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.69
Service: 9.16
Location: 9.2
Room Quality: 8.65
Amenities: 8.68
Value for Money: 8.64
Food and Beverage: 8.69
Overall Experience: 8.66
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van Hoek couple nl
8
Nice stay, good location
Pros:

Kind people who are running the guest house, preparing breakfast each day from 09-10 am. The room was clean and the location is great! They also offer cheap and quick laundry service. Besides that, they can help you arrange a yoga, music or cooking lesson for a good price.

Cons:

The last night there was a man screaming and pulling on our door which made us feel unsafe. We told the owners of the guesthouse and their reaction to it was really good, hopefully it was a one time thing.

2026-03-17 via Nuitee
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daniel family_with_children mx
10
Home in Varanasi
Pros:

Naveen and Krishna are locals from very long time, they can told you what to do or where to go but at the same time you have freedom to explore, we feel like home, they put a lot of effort and heart in the details, great place to stay very close to Assi Ghat.

2026-03-17 via Nuitee
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Sophia family_with_children de
10
2026-03-13 via Nuitee
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Shu couple cl
10
最高
Pros:

部屋も綺麗。
スタッフも優しい
色んなところにアクセスしやすい

Cons:

ないかな。

2026-03-12 via Nuitee
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Gianni solo_traveller it
10
Pros:

Best hotel in Assi Ghat. The guys are funny and very welcoming.

2026-03-11 via Nuitee
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Krzysztof family_with_children pl
6
Pros:

The owners try to help with everything. We stayed in two rooms, one upstairs with a balcony and one downstairs by the reception. The upstairs room was clean, and the bedding was spotless. Unfortunately, the downstairs room wasn't so clean. There's no phone reception in the downstairs room, and no Wi-Fi with a signal. The room rates are reasonable, but the laundry service is a major drawback. 900 rupees for a laundry bag is a steal; it's a shame we didn't ask before doing the laundry. Overall, it's an acceptable hotel, but avoid the extra services.

Cons:

The owners try to help with everything. We stayed in two rooms, one upstairs with a balcony and one downstairs by the reception. The upstairs room was clean, and the bedding was spotless. Unfortunately, the downstairs room wasn't so clean. There's no phone reception in the downstairs room, and no Wi-Fi with a signal. The room rates are reasonable, but the laundry service is a major drawback. 900 rupees for a laundry bag is a steal; it's a shame we didn't ask before doing the laundry. Overall, it's an acceptable hotel, but avoid the extra services.

2026-03-08 via Nuitee
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louise couple gb
9
Great location, excellent breakfast
Pros:

Location close to Assi Ghat was great, room was comfortable and clean. Breakfast was such a social experience up on the rooftop and also delicious. We really enjoyed our stay here and mrt knew friends.

2026-03-08 via Nuitee
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Antoine family_with_children fr
10
2026-03-03 via Nuitee
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Cathy solo_traveller fr
9
Super séjour à Varanasi
Pros:

L’accueil et la gentillesse des deux frères qui tiennent cette guest house. Le petit dej est très bon et très copieux. Ils organisent des tours en bateau et le taxi pour l’aéroport. Très bien placé Assi gath pour les cérémonies.

Cons:

Rien

2026-03-02 via Nuitee
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Mara extended_group it
8
2026-03-02 via Nuitee
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alex solo_traveller br
10
The rooftop view is amazing – a perfect place to relax, enjoy the breeze, and spend peaceful evening
Pros:

I had a wonderful stay at Banarash Guest House near Assi Ghat. The location is excellent – just a short walk to the ghat, making it very convenient for morning Ganga aarti and exploring the area.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-03-01 via Nuitee
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nicole family_with_children ca
8
Pros:

The owners are very welcoming and the location is great for morning ceremony at Assi Ghat. Rooms were clean. They arranged convenient airport pickup

Cons:

Terrace sink and bathroom could you a little cleaning

2026-02-26 via Nuitee
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Tonka family_with_children be
10
Favourite guesthouse so far
Pros:

Amazing guesthouse and wonderfull owners!

Cons:

Nothing

2026-02-26 via Nuitee
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jorge solo_traveller es
10
La mejor bienvenida la tuve.
Pros:

Los dueños son 2 hermanos con los que tuve la mejor bievenida y siempre los recordaré, prometo volver a Varanasi y volver a estar con ellos .

2026-02-25 via Nuitee
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Michal solo_traveller cz
10
I felt like at home there. And I don’t say it very often. If you prefer authentic vibe of old Varanasi choose this place
Pros:

Hosts Naveen and Krishna are incredible guys that are ready to help you get around the city. On top of that you can enjoy delicious breakfast made by them on the roof with other travelers. My bed mattress was on the firmer side which I appreciated.

Cons:

The room was dark without the reasonable window but this is quite common in old Varanasi houses. They have their own charm anyway.

2026-02-24 via Nuitee
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Chloe couple gb
9
Pros:

Had an excellent stay at Banaras Guest House. Rooms are basic but fine, excellent location 2 minutes walk away from Assi Ghat. Breakfast was great. The best part of the experience is Naveen and Krishna’s hospitality. Nothing is too much trouble and they helped me and my friend with everything we needed. We were always greeted with a smile and a laugh. Thank you for making our stay in Varanasi so special.

2026-02-23 via Nuitee
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Loura solo_traveller br
10
verry good loction .and also good wifi
Pros:

If you want a friendly, budget-friendly stay near the river with a relaxed rooftop vibe and decent breakfast, this place generally gets good reviews. But if you prefer very polished services or luxury amenities, it’s not that kind of hotel. Most travellers who like cultural, local-style stays enjoy it, but a few have had mixed experiences.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-02-22 via Nuitee
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Elisa solo_traveller it
10
Pros:

I proprietari sono gentili e disponibili per qualsiasi informazione; la struttura ha un ottima posizione in quanto centrale ma non direttamente sulla strada principale, quindi lontana dal traffico

2026-02-22 via Nuitee
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Nienke couple nl
10
Super fijn verblijf!
Pros:

We werden goed ontvangen en konden meteen een boottour regelen. Het ontbijt op de rooftop was heerlijk en je kon hier lekker relaxen aan het einde van de dag. De locatie is top en je bent zo bij de ganges. De host nam ons ook nog mee naar een muziekfestival en we hebben erg genoten van ons verblijf in Banaras.

2026-02-13 via Nuitee
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Ben solo_traveller gb
10
Pros:

Very happy with my stay. Room was clean and quiet. Naveen and the rest of the staff were very friendly and helpful. Rooftop was nice to relax on. Highly recommend.

2026-02-12 via Nuitee