BrijRama Palace, Varanasi - By the Ganges

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9.6 (765 reviews)
Munshi Ghat, Darbhanga Ghat, Dashashwmedh , Varanasi , in

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Facilities

Fitness facilities
WiFi available
Free WiFi
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Fitness center
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Room service
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Exceptional, personalized service and staff (many named)
Prime riverside location on the Ganges with boat transfers and views
Authentic Banarasi cuisine and memorable dishes
Daily cultural activities and live music/high tea
Beautiful heritage property and ambience
Special touches (birthday decorations, personalized meals)
Cons:
Some rooms are small and had smaller beds
Intermittent construction noise reported by one guest
Spa availability limited/fully booked during stays
Occasional shower water temperature fluctuations
One reported incident of damaged clothing from ironing service

Categories

Cleanliness
9
Generally praised housekeeping and well-maintained heritage property; one guest reported a damaged garment after ironing (service error) but no widespread cleanliness complaints.
Service
10
Consistently exceptional — multiple mentions of attentive staff by name (Chef Arif, Kajol/Kajal, Simran, Nitesh, Sandeep, Suraj, Rudresh, etc.), special birthday arrangements, warm welcomes and personalized touches.
Location
10
Outstanding location on the banks of the Ganges with boat transfer and great river views; guests repeatedly cite the location as a highlight of the stay.
Room Quality
9.5
Rooms are beautifully appointed and fit the heritage experience, but some guests noted small rooms/smaller bed and occasional noise from nearby construction and variable shower temperature.
Amenities
9
Strong cultural programming (daily music, dance, high tea), good in‑room amenities (Dyson hairdryer noted); minor negatives include fully booked spa availability during some stays.
Value for Money
9.5
Perceived as premium/expensive but guests feel the unique location, service and experiences justify the price; noted as 'worth it' by many despite higher cost.
Food and Beverage
9.8
Highly praised — authentic Banarasi cuisine, generous chef interactions (customized dishes, local specialties like malaiyo and potli ki subzi), several mentions of standout dishes and pleasant dining ambience.
Overall Experience
10
Repeatedly described as a unique, memorable Banaras experience — guests highlight ceremonies, live music, personalized service and strong likelihood to return.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-08-13 09:23

Property Description

Historic Heritage Hotel on the Banks of Ganges
Experience the charm of the 18th Century at BrijRama Palace, one of Varanasi's oldest structures. Enjoy stunning views of the Ganges from the property, located near the iconic Dasashwamedh Ghat.

Luxurious Amenities and Services
Indulge in air-conditioned rooms with modern amenities like flat-screen TVs and complimentary toiletries. Relax with complimentary hi-tea, yoga sessions, and bottled water. The hotel offers 2 dining options, a rooftop terrace, and live classical music at Bada Aangan.

Unique Experiences and Cultural Offerings
Discover traditional Banarasi Silk at Ahilhya and enjoy beautiful views from The Kamalya Terrace. Explore Sarnath and Ramnagar Fort with guided tours, or witness the Mangla Aarti. Don't miss the International vegetarian delights at Darbhanga.

To immerse yourself in history and luxury, book your stay at BrijRama Palace today!

Important information:

Stays over 24th December and 31st December include celebratory nonalcoholic gala dinner along with live entertainment.

Please note that the property is not easily accessible for senior citizens and differently abled guests.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 are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Airport code: VNS

Location

Guest Reviews

9.6
Based on 765 reviews
Cleanliness: 9
Service: 10
Location: 10
Room Quality: 9.5
Amenities: 9
Value for Money: 9.5
Food and Beverage: 9.8
Overall Experience: 10
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sabrina • couple • it
9
Varanasi magica
Pros:

Struttura situata in un palazzo storico sul Gange davvero impressionante. Stanza spaziosa e pulitissima. Servizi TOP, siamo stati seguiti e coccolati da Kulbansh che era sempre pronto a soddisfare tutte le nostre esigenze. Avevamo il volo x Delhi alle 21 e ci hanno fatto tenere la camera fino alle 18. Davvero un plus!!!

Cons:

Avevamo inclusi nella tariffa della camera dei giri in barca con varie attività di cui non abbiamo potuto usufruire a causa del livello alto del Gange. L hotel non ha colpe, però avrebbero potuto considerare il mancato utilizzo di queste attività e applicare una tariffa minore sul transfer da e per l aeroporto che ci è costata davvero uno sproposito : 90 euro!!!! Anche in considerazione del fatto che nel transfer per l aeroporto abbiamo dovuto camminare x 15 minuti e aspettare il driver per 20 minuti ( non è colpa sua, c era un traffico infernale, ma il costo del trasferimento è davvero spropositato).

2026-08-21 • via Nuitee
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Chauhan • extended_group • in
1
2026-08-17 • via Nuitee
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Siddharth • family_with_children • ae
10
An unforgettable family experience in the heart of Banaras!!
Pros:

Our family stay at BrijRama Palace was truly unforgettable. The magnificent palace and its exceptional Ganges-side location are impressive, but what made our experience special was the warmth and genuine hospitality of the entire team.

Returning to Banaras as an NRI family after 14–15 years was deeply meaningful. The team took wonderful care of our children, introducing them to the city’s flavours - from chaat and kachori to traditional sweets and countless local delicacies. The food throughout our stay was outstanding, especially the memorable 10-course experience at AANGAN.

Kathak and sitar performances, pottery, Jyotish, the traditional paan counter, boat rides and thoughtfully arranged excursions brought the culture of Banaras beautifully into our stay. These never felt like standard hotel activities, but like authentic pieces of the city woven naturally into each day.

Even while exploring Varanasi, assistance was always immediate and personal. Special thanks to Arif, Kulbansh, Nitesh, Pooja, Chef Devansh, Sandeep and Cecilla, as well as the many others whose names we may not recall but whose warmth we certainly will.

BrijRama gave us a beautiful combination of Banaras’s heritage, spirituality, culture and cuisine and helped our children experience its magic for themselves.

Some places you visit; some stay with you. We left with beautiful memories, full hearts and even fuller stomachs -thanks to a team that always insisted on “just one more” Banarasi speciality!

Until next time, Banaras - and heartfelt thanks to the entire BrijRama family. 🙏

Cons:

Honestly, nothing. The only thing we didn’t like was having to leave - the team had made us feel so wonderfully cared for that our stay felt far too short!

2026-08-15 • via Nuitee
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Jorge • couple • es
10
Pros:

Exceptional

2026-08-07 • via Nuitee
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REJINA • family_with_children • us
10
Beautiful relaxed and a luxurious stay on the Banks of the Ganges .. highly recommend
Pros:

Beautiful heritage property on the banks of the Ganges

Chef Arif / Roshni / Driver Giri / Shuraj / Cecilia / Prashant / Chef Stya / Chef Anish / Meera / Sandeep / Saurab / Menpreet / Rajnish / Hariq / all of them made our stay so special with a cake and beautiful decorations for my birthday !

2026-08-06 • via Nuitee
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PAPIYA • solo_traveller • us
10
Brij Rama is an experience of Banaras without leaving the building!
Pros:

Brij Rama is an experience unto itself!! It is not just a stay. Beautiful renditions of the flute, sitar, and kathak every day, food reflects authentic Banarasi cuisine, the room, the amenities, the decor, the pleasant staff, the warm welcomes and goodbyes, every little detail thought through carefully to delight its guests. Chief Chef Arif was able to customize the meals to be spice free so my daughter could eat, and the reception team were so nice and wonderful!! We come back to Varanasi every few years and we won’t stay anywhere else again!

2026-07-25 • via Nuitee
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Felix • extended_group • fr
10
2026-07-22 • via Nuitee
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FLAVIA • solo_traveller • br
7
Boa loocaliização, hotel interessante porem deixou a desejar
Pros:

Das atividades culturais oferecidas: dança, musica, henna

Cons:

o hotele stava em obras e meu quarto era MUITO barulhento. Alem disso, a temperatura da agua do chuveiro ficava mudando de gelada pra muito quente

2026-07-14 • via Nuitee
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Saikat • extended_group • in
10
Pros:

Location and facilities at the hotel dance astrologer PAN etc

2026-07-13 • via Nuitee
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DEEPANSHU • extended_group • in
10
2026-07-13 • via Nuitee
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guruprasads2020 • Couples
10
Great experience
Pros:

Great experience with Kajol and Simran , amazing dishes

2026-07-11 • via Tripadvisor
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GrandTour30084354015 • Friends getaway
10
Lovely experience
Pros:

What a pleasant experience ! Must visit . Kajal and Simran are soo lovely . Loveddd the malaiyo 🙌🏻

2026-07-11 • via Tripadvisor
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Departure61679559431 • Family
10
Beautiful hotel with a view
Pros:

A beautiful hotel and a lovely place to have drinks with a view of the Ganges. Big thank you to Nitesh who was very kind and gave us lots of recommendations!

2026-07-10 • via Tripadvisor
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Roam38322648362 • Couples
10
Good Food with good Ambience
Pros:

The ambience is really good. The soup and lasagna are something to look forward to.

2026-07-09 • via Tripadvisor
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Explorer18128858287 • Family • Mumbai, Maharashtra
10
Beautiful
Pros:

It was an lovely evening with the team and the chef Arif, ridership and Nitish have made our evening more memorable

2026-07-08 • via Tripadvisor
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Flyer15772919957 • Couples
10
Good
Pros:

Food was so delicious..nitesh sandeep and rudresh..suraj..all are so good so decipiline..good behavior ❤️❤️thnkewww so much to all..

2026-07-07 • via Tripadvisor
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Scenic23598993043 • Family
10
Lovely!!
Pros:

really enjoyed the food at the in house restaurant!
Chef Arif was so generous and made us try the local delicacy “potli ki subzi” which was so good!
Servers Rudresh & Nitesh were so kind and efficient which made the overall experience so worth it :)

2026-07-07 • via Tripadvisor
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419siddhantj • Friends getaway
10
Worth visiting
Pros:

Great atmosphere! Nitesh and Suraj were great

2026-07-07 • via Tripadvisor
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Sharita • family_with_children • nl
8
Benares heeft m'n hart gestolen. Hotel is een unieke ervaring.
Pros:

Locatie is perfect, direct aan de Ganges.
Personeel doet erg hun best.
Ontbijt is goed.
Prachtig hotel.
Het is duur maar erg mooi en goede service.
Je wordt vervoerd per boot wat een unieke Benares ervaring is.
Ontvangst is feestelijk, je voelt je echt een eregast.
Van alles te doen, elke dag is er een activiteit om de gasten te vermaken. Erg leuk!
Dagelijks is er een high tea met live muziek.
Goede föhn, een Dyson. Was ik heel blij mee.

Cons:

De kamer die wij hadden was klein en ons uitzicht was niet zo mooi. Doordat de kamer aan de kleine kant was, hadden wij ook een klein bed.
Als gast krijg je een voetmassage, die je kunt reserveren bij de Spa. Wij wilden naast de voetmassage graag gebruik maken van de Spa. Maar alles zat volgeboekt tijdens ons verblijf. Dus wij konden niet terecht. Na aankomst moet je eigenlijk meteen de Spa reserveren.
Strijk service voor vier stuks was dagelijks inbegrepen bij de boeking. Helaas ging dat meteen mis en was een van onze kledingstukken stuk gemaakt. Dat hadden ze weer gerepareerd maar daarna durfden wij geen gebruik meer te maken van de strijk service.

2026-07-07 • via Nuitee
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Pioneer51148013267 • Family
10
Wonderful stay at Brij
Pros:

An absolutely wonderful stay! From the moment I arrived, the staff made me feel welcome and valued. The hotel was beautifully maintained, the room was spacious, spotless, and very comfortable, and the overall atmosphere was luxurious and relaxing. The service was exceptional, with every detail thoughtfully taken care of. The amenities, food, and hospitality exceeded my expectations. I truly enjoyed my experience and would highly recommend this hotel to anyone looking for a memorable and comfortable stay. I look forward to visiting again! Would also like to thank the staff— nitesh , sandeep, pooja , saurav, rudresh , manpreet and ashutosh

2026-07-06 • via Tripadvisor