Raghunath Palace Home Stay Ganga Aarti View

Hotels
8.9 (16 reviews)
Dashashwamedh Ghat Road , Varanasi , in

Facilities

Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Terrace
Family rooms
Front desk (limited hours)
Free wired internet
Internet access
Japanese garden

Review Highlights

Pros:
Excellent location
Helpful staff
Cons:
Very small bathrooms
Spiral iron stairs to the top floor

Categories

Cleanliness
8.81
Rooms are neat & clean.
Service
9.28
Mr. Satish was very helpful and accommodating.
Location
9.82
One of the best locations; a minute walk to Ganga Aarti and 10 minutes to Kashi Temple.
Room Quality
7.77
Rooms are very basic.
Amenities
8.8
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Value for Money
8.76
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Food and Beverage
8.81
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Overall Experience
9.18
Good overall experience due to location and service.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-08 20:08

Property Description

Stunning Lake Views
Embrace the breathtaking lake views from the balcony at Raghunath Palace Home Stay, just a stone's throw away from Dasaswamedh Ghat and Kashi Vishwanath Temple.

Comfortable Accommodation
Enjoy air-conditioned units with modern amenities including flat-screen TVs, private bathrooms, and free toiletries. Relax on the terrace while taking in the river and city views.

Relaxing Garden and Delicious Breakfast
Start your day with a delicious vegetarian breakfast before exploring nearby attractions like Manikarnika Ghat, Kedar Ghat, and Harishchandra Ghat. Unwind in the garden or head to the 24-hour front desk for assistance.

To book your stay in this serene retreat, visit our website now.

Important information:

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.
Managed by a private host

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM

Location

Guest Reviews

8.9
Based on 16 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.81
Service: 9.28
Location: 9.82
Room Quality: 7.77
Amenities: 8.8
Value for Money: 8.76
Food and Beverage: 8.81
Overall Experience: 9.18
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Elena extended_group ru
9
Сумасшедшее по энергетике чувство- вы как бы на другой планете
Pros:

Отличное расположение. Можно найти самостоятельно- очень важно, когда не знаешь никакого языка, кроме русского. Вечернюю Аарти можно смотреть из номера или с балкона. Чисто, все функционально, узкая лестница не напрягала, нам понравился отель. Главное- вы в центре событий и никуда после окончания Аарти не надо шлепать. Мы остались довольны отелем

Cons:

Ну наверное, как по всей Индии, не понятно, за что оставлять чаевые?

2026-03-25 via Nuitee
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Praveen extended_group in
8
2026-03-19 via Nuitee
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sarah couple us
8
The best & safest private people- and sunrise- and aarti- watching spot.
Pros:

Absolutely epic spot for people- and aarti- watching at a safe distance. Bring your binoculars! Room was clean, comfortable, and I was surprised that it wasn’t noisier—the windows’ seals work well, but bring earplugs/white noise/eye mask if you’re a light sleeper. Staff was helpful and efficient— but a hard press for a tip on my way out the door was in poor taste.

2026-02-13 via Nuitee
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Anil couple in
4
2025-09-28 via Nuitee
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Saumya couple in
10
Good !
Pros:

Rooms are very basic. Very small bathroom, though all neat & clean.

Only main highlight is its one of the best location, that's why we stayed there.

Just a minute walk to see Ganga Aarti, could see from their top floor. Just 10 Minutes walk to the Kashi Temple.

Mr. Satish, one of the best persons, I have ever met, was very helpful in guiding us and arranging taxi etc at good price.

2025-07-29 via Nuitee
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Debtanay with friends in
10
Excellent Location Hotel at Varanasi
Pros:

Location and Location only

Cons:

The spiral iron stairs to the top floor

2025-06-22 via Nuitee
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Oey young couple id
9
Superb
2025-03-19 via Nuitee
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Sandra young couple au
8
Location
Pros:

Location,location,location. We are a couple in our 60’s from Australia. We loved the location of the room. The room is spacious however the bathroom is tiny. The toilet and shower combination are in a confined space.
You will need to walk about 1klm from the drop off point to the hotel. The road is busy but blocked off from cars. So easy to navigate.
We were in a room on the 3rd floor, there is a staircase for 2 floors and then a tight spiral staircase up p to the 3rd floor. We were ok with that as the staff took our luggage up and down the spiral. The owner took us to a good cafe for our meals. Cheap and yummy. I would stay here again as the location is what counts. Just bring your earplugs as the ceremony in the morning starts at 5am

Cons:

Pillows were awful

2024-11-28 via Nuitee
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Nic solo traveller au
1
Terrible
Cons:

There were spiral stairs we had to climb to get to our room
Taxi cannot take you to the hotel as road too crowded , it is a 10 min walk through chaos to get to hotel . We were dropped off in utter chaotic traffic , we didnt know what was going on , a man told mark to jump on back of a motorbike and a kid grabbed my bag and stated walking . It wasnt communicated to us that these people were from the hotel . As a female I felt very unsafe .. i was left frantically trying to keep up with the boy and my luggage thru utter choas of crowds …
It was not explained that we would have to climb a spiral staircase to our accommodation with in the hotel .
Also woken up at 5am by music coming from a loud speaker and evening atri ceremomy every day directly infront of hotel … very noisy
We left after one night
Toilet paper nit replaced

2024-11-12 via Nuitee
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Sunita group in
9
Superb
Pros:

Its on Ghat itself and close to all access we were looking for, that made us easy to commute to kashi Vishwanath temple, godowlia street and Dashaswamedh ghat. Room view is magnificent

2024-09-30 via Nuitee
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Pritam family with young children ie
9
Superb
Pros:

Raghunath Palace in Varanasi offers an unforgettable experience for travelers seeking a serene and authentic Indian getaway. Nestled along the banks of the sacred Ganges River, this charming property boasts breathtaking views that are sure to captivate.

One of the most remarkable features of Raghunath Palace is its prime location. The hotel's rooftop terrace provides an unparalleled vantage point for witnessing the mesmerizing Ganga Aarti, a daily evening ritual that is a must-see for any visitor to Varanasi. The vibrant colors, rhythmic chanting, and flickering lights create a truly magical atmosphere.

The accommodations at Raghunath Palace are comfortable and well-appointed, ensuring a restful stay. The rooms are thoughtfully designed and offer a peaceful ambiance, allowing guests to relax and rejuvenate after exploring the city's bustling streets.

The friendly and attentive staff at Raghunath Palace go out of their way to make guests feel welcome and provide excellent service. Their knowledge of the local area and their willingness to assist with any requests make the stay even more enjoyable.

Whether you're a spiritual seeker, a history enthusiast, or simply looking to experience the beauty of Varanasi, Raghunath Palace is an ideal choice. With its stunning river views, comfortable accommodations, and friendly staff, this hotel offers an unforgettable experience that will leave you with lasting memories.

2024-09-19 via Nuitee
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Sara solo traveller it
10
excellent guest house
Pros:

excellent family guesthouse, the room had everything you need for a great stay, air conditioning, everything you need to make tea or coffee, super comfortable bed and above all a wonderful view directly on the main ghat, the managers were super kind, they picked me up from the main street where the taxis stop, they helped me with the booking of the boat trip on the Ganges, if you want to experience the real Varanasi come to this hotel and you will not regret it.

Cons:

Everything was super

2024-08-23 via Nuitee
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Palani family with young children in
10
Exceptional
2024-06-06 via Nuitee
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Ruchika young couple in
10
Exceptional
2024-05-21 via Nuitee
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Debashis family with young children in
10
Exceptional
Pros:

The location on Dasaswamedh ghat is beautiful.
Particularly room 302 on top floor.

Cons:

There is no lift and the staircase is quite steep, particularly the spiral stair from 3rd to 4th floor.
Further the room described in Booking.com is not true. The room is basically double bedded, which can accomodate one extra person on a cot. The attached toilet is quite small. Every time you go out they switch off the AC and geyser from the front desk, though they are prompt in restoring the service when called.

2024-04-06 via Nuitee
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Anthony solo traveller au
10
Magical experience
Pros:

Amazing location with views from rooftop and even rooms ( through windows) to the Ganges and main Ghat with nightly Arti.

It was great to stay in a family run home stay where they were so hospitable 10/10 helping with any and all questions and making suggestions. Even woke me up at 1130pm so I did not miss the first burnings prior to holy day

Cons:

Nothing

2024-03-25 via Nuitee
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Ramesh family with young children in
10
Exceptional
Pros:

The home stay was very excellent, the staff very supportive and friendly, takes care of guest very well, the manager, Mr Satish was very responsive and guides us well, taking care of guest requirement, the location is amazing, front of river, where the happening place is. Close to shopping areas and resturants, Near by to main temples, and boating facilities at walkable distance. They also have good collection of sarees of banaras origin, Overall it's fantastic experience, the money is worth spending, - thanks S Ramesh from. Chennai

2024-02-29 via Nuitee