Ram Bhawan Residency

Hotels
8.8 (247 reviews)
D-20/21 Munshi Ghat , Varanasi , in

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Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Guest education on local ecosystems and culture
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Restaurant
Terrace
Family rooms
Pets allowed
Luggage storage
Ironing service
Car hire
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great location
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Inconsistent service

Categories

Cleanliness
7.95
Some guests reported issues with cleanliness, including lack of fresh towels and toilet paper.
Service
9.45
Guests praised the friendly and helpful staff throughout their stay.
Location
9.45
The property is well-positioned near key attractions, making it convenient for exploration.
Room Quality
8.45
Rooms are comfortable but some guests noted the need for improvements, such as broken bed frames.
Amenities
8.45
Basic amenities met expectations, though there were some shortcomings regarding availability.
Value for Money
8.95
A good value considering the location and overall experience, despite some issues.
Food and Beverage
8.45
Breakfast and meals received positive mentions but availability of service was inconsistent.
Overall Experience
9.25
Overall, guests had a lovely experience, enjoying the homely feel and the ambiance.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-08 19:34

Property Description

Quaint Traditional Indian House by the Ganges

Charming Accommodations: Experience a stay in a traditional Indian house with rooms featuring a seating area, terrace, or balcony. Private and shared bathrooms are available, along with free WiFi throughout the property.

Serene Amenities: Enjoy the shared kitchen and yoga room during your stay at Ram Bhawan Residency. Immerse yourself in stunning views of the Ganges and the city right from the property.

Ideal Location: Located just 30 meters from the Ganges, explore nearby attractions like Dasaswamedh Ghat and Kedar Ghat. With Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport only 22 km away, your journey to relaxation begins here.

Book your stay at Ram Bhawan Residency now for an unforgettable experience!

Important information:

Please note that to stay at the property, it is mandatory for the guests to become members of the NGO that runs Ram Bhawan Residency. The membership has to bought by paying a minimum fee of INR 200/- per person. Please contact the property for further details.

Guests are required to show a photo ID upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
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.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:30 AM

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.

  • Internet

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

  • Parking

    No parking available.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 17 years old stay for Rs. 500 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    Adults stay for Rs. 500 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.8
Based on 247 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.95
Service: 9.45
Location: 9.45
Room Quality: 8.45
Amenities: 8.45
Value for Money: 8.95
Food and Beverage: 8.45
Overall Experience: 9.25
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paochu • family_with_children • tw
9
Pros:

近河邊

2026-02-12 • via Nuitee
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Camille • couple • be
10
Charming accommodation close to the ghats.
Pros:

A large table for breakfast for all the guests, which made it very Easy to make contact with the other guests. Good quality breakfast with homemade Bread. Vert friendly staff!

2026-02-09 • via Nuitee
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Eloise • extended_group • in
10
Lovely at home feel
Pros:

We had a lovely time here. The property feels like you are staying in a loved home that is well taken care of by the staff. We really enjoyed the at home breakfast and the ambience of the roof top restaurant. Although the location might seem difficult to find at first, it is well worth it due to the quiet atmosphere of this residency. Location is also very good next to the main ghat. They also organised a sunrise boat activity which made the hassle of finding a boat driver much easier. Overall we highly recommend.

2025-10-03 • via Nuitee
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Coriolan • family_with_children • de
8
Pros:

Friendly host and homy atmosphere.

Cons:

No toilet paper; the room was not cleaned (no fresh towels) although the sign was placed at the door after 3 nights 😀

2025-09-29 • via Nuitee
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Mamoru • solo_traveller • jp
9
2025-09-28 • via Nuitee
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Maria • couple • es
8
2025-09-09 • via Nuitee
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Ivette • family_with_children • es
10
Nos hicieron sentir como en casa
Pros:

Lo que más nos gustó fue la ubicación: está en pleno centro, justo al lado de los ghats y no muy lejos de Godowlia, por lo que se puede ir caminando a casi todos los lugares. Las habitaciones son sencillas pero muy cómodas, y el restaurante en la terraza es ideal. Abre de 4 p.m. a 9 p.m. y preparan platos realmente deliciosos. Agradecemos especialmente al cocinero, Ashu, por su amabilidad, por los desayunos y por su increíble comida casera.

Cons:

Se tiene que pagar en efectivo y nosotros no lo teníamos en cuenta

2025-08-30 • via Nuitee
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Pierpaolo • couple • it
9
Pros:

edificio storico molto bello, terrazza bella con vista su gange e sulla città vecchia, camera spaziosa e con molti punti di appoggio, ottima AC e bagno con acqua sempre calda. posizione molto centrale se si vuole stare nella città storica, non è detto sia per tutti

Cons:

scomodo doversi togliere le scarpe all'ingresso, eravamo al terzo piano. colazione non abbondante con la solita omelette

2025-08-26 • via Nuitee
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Faye • solo_traveller • gb
9
Pros:

This is a stunning heritage property with a good cause. Considerately restored, the interior of the building and rooms are just stunning as are the rooftop views. Location is also very good but you should be sure that being located in the heart of the Ghats is the right thing for you. If it is then the location is perfect :-)

2025-08-21 • via Nuitee
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Daniela • family_with_children • it
9
Pros:

Personale gentile e disponibile
Ambiente curato e autentico
Ottimo rapporto qualità prezzo
Consigliato!

2025-08-14 • via Nuitee
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Marie-Ange • extended_group • fr
6
Pros:

L'emplacement est propice à se rendre aux différents endroit phares de Varanasi. Le lieu est également sympa et traditionnel.

Cons:

Les outils et matériaux mis à disposition étaient moindres.. Le drap était trop petit, nous avons donc du en demander un autre. Le lit avait toute l'armature en bois cassé et le matelas était un peu affaissé. Nous avons demandé du papier toilette car cela n'était pas mis à disposition, on nous a donc proposé de nous l'acheter (il nous en a finalement donné un après avoir insisté). Les sanitaires sont également à revoir (pas de sac poubelle surtout si on doit y jeter nos papier dedans). Par cause de pluie, le sol est également glissant et dangereux et aucun d'entretien du sol a été fait. De plus, le personnel étaient peu accueillant et soucieux dès notre arrivé.

2025-08-13 • via Nuitee
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Nora • couple • es
8
2025-08-13 • via Nuitee
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Marc • solo_traveller • es
9
Pros:

Location
Friendly staff
Room

Cons:

Everything ok

2025-08-10 • via Nuitee
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Meenakshi • solo traveller • de
10
Exceptional
2025-06-24 • via Nuitee
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Andrew • solo traveller • us
9
Excellent stay and an great choice if you want to stay in an older building near the river
Pros:

Beautiful building and terraces; excellent staff able to help with some tourist activities (yoga, car); located 1 minute walk from Darbhanga Ghat, good wifi, so-so AC but the fan helped, beautiful room. Even though it is nestled besides the ghats, it is quite easy to find (as it is located next to a very prominent hotel).

Cons:

The bed itself could have been a bit more comfortable, or at least with more than one tiny pillow. AC was just barely strong enough to stay comfortable, but if it were any hotter it would have been uncomfortable. And this is not a criticism of the excellent hostel, but you should be aware that you'll need to walk at least 300 meters to get here from the nearest car/rigshaw -- many of the lanes of varanasi are TINY so you will need to carry your luggage at least 10 minutes.

2025-05-07 • via Nuitee
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Roman • solo traveller • sk
10
Exceptional
2025-05-04 • via Nuitee
Наталья • solo traveller • ru
10
Great location near Ganga river, friendly service
Pros:

Great friendly service. Outstanding yoga and homeopathy consultation on request

2025-04-29 • via Nuitee
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Varsha • young couple • in
8
Very good
2025-04-27 • via Nuitee
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Joowon • group • kr
9
Lovely stay in a cozy lovely room.
Pros:

Location is perfect to go to the river, and all the small shop shopping in small roads in the city. Staff were very friendly, you could request for a laundry as well with a low price. The building is lovely, with its own unique vibe and I loved it.

Cons:

No toilet paper in washroom, as I understand the locals do use water only instead. You can buy your own in a little stores outside tho.

2025-04-24 • via Nuitee
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Natalia • solo traveller • kg
9
Superb
2025-04-14 • via Nuitee