Ram Bhawan Residency

Hotels
8.8 (271 reviews)
D-20/21 Munshi Ghat , Varanasi , IN

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Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Restaurant
Terrace
Family rooms
Pets allowed
Laundry
Luggage storage
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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.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Location

Guest Reviews

8.8
Based on 271 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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Corine • couple • nl
8
Fijne locatie voor herhaling vatbaar!
Pros:

Hele goede ligging en van daaruit makkelijk door alle kleine straatjes en naar de bezienswaardigheden. Een persoonlijk verblijf waardoor je beetje thuis gevoel had. Ashu was behulpzaam en vriendelijk.uitzicht op de Ganges vanaf het dakterras en heerlijke koffie!

Cons:

De eerste dag was de kwaliteit van het matras en de douche niet goed, maar dit is keurig opgelost en tweede dag was het dus prima!

2026-09-09 • via Nuitee
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Miguel Angel • solo_traveller • es
10
Pros:

La ubicació es excelente. La atencio por parte de las personas que lo llevan muy buena. La habitación del último piso con baño privado era muy cómoda. También el.sercicio del bar restaurante muy bueno. Muy amable el joven que lo lleva. Es muy recomendable este estancia. Hemos repetido, ya estuvimos el año pasado. La única cosa que en esta época del año no puedes andar por los gahts ya que el Ganges está crecido. Pero cada época tiene lo suyo.

2026-09-06 • via Nuitee
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Anirban • solo_traveller • in
10
2026-09-06 • via Nuitee
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Bastiaan van Tol • solo_traveller • nl
10
Pros:

My private room was perfectly clean and really beautiful, and the residency is located in a lively area close to the ghats, perfect for exploring old Benares. The staff was very kind and helpful too. I have a special gratitude to Ashu, who helped me when I got some health problems during my stay, and brought me to my taxi at 5am in the morning. Great people, great stay!

2026-08-20 • via Nuitee
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sandrine • solo_traveller • fr
10
Pros:

Arrivee a 6h du matin ils m ont permis de me reposer le temps que ma chambre se libere.
Personnel serviable
Proche des ghats

2026-08-19 • via Nuitee
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Penny • solo_traveller • gr
9
Pros:

The locaction is great....right in the middle of the labyrinth of passageways of old Varanasi.
The place is so clean even though it's an old building and with a terrace with a great view all around.
The food served in the evening go is fresh and very tasty.

2026-08-16 • via Nuitee
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Jorge • solo_traveller • pt
10
Pros:

Tem uma excelente localização mesmo junto a um ghat e perto de lojas, cafés e restaurantes.
Funcionários muito simpáticos e prestáveis, em especial o Ashu.

2026-08-12 • via Nuitee
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Lavinia Ciuffa • solo_traveller • it
10
2026-08-09 • via Nuitee
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Jessica • family_with_children • sk
8
Pros:

amazing location, even though many locals do not recommend staying in the old town, I think it was a very good choice for us, 2 min walking distance to the Ganges, 2-3 nice coffee shops around such as the Mona Lisa bakery, staff was nice

Cons:

the boat tour we booked with the hotel was overpriced, would not do that again

2026-08-03 • via Nuitee
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Jacek • solo_traveller • pl
10
2026-07-22 • via Nuitee
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laetitia • solo_traveller • mq
6
Bof pour le prix
Pros:

-Séjour de 6 jours moyennement apprécié, bruyant en journée ( une équipe de cinéma était présente 3 jours et des travaux au dessus de notre chambre , impossible de faire la sieste)
-Le petit déjeuner très maigre ( omelette et pain beurre), restaurant fermé sur la terrasse 4 jours sur notre séjour de 6 jours .
Très cher pour ce que c'est
-Le plus : proche des gaths et hôtel literie propre , bonne connexion wifi pour travailler

Cons:

-Le moins : pas assez d'eau douche pour tout le monde
(Coupure d'eau et d'électricité parfois)
-personnel gentil mais peu présent
- laundry très long (3 jours) vêtements pas sec et tâchés
- papier toilette 1 rouleau pour deux pour 6 jours sinon tu vas t'en acheter

2026-07-16 • via Nuitee
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Juliette • solo_traveller • de
10
Pros:

Heritage house, well furnitured and designed, with community kitchen and rooftop

2026-06-06 • via Nuitee
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Aleh • solo_traveller • by
8
2026-05-31 • via Nuitee
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Camille • solo_traveller • nl
9
2026-05-05 • via Nuitee
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Macy • couple • au
6
Cool building, good location, pushing the amount $
Pros:

The location was awesome! The building is super cool!

Cons:

The service wasn’t great. We had breakfast included, eggs on toast and it wasn’t up to standard for the price we were paying. Our room was very hot, I understand that it is hot in Varanasi at the end of April but it is very hard to sleep in a hot room.

2026-05-03 • via Nuitee
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Dishant • solo_traveller • in
8
Pros:

Cleanliness and Comfort

Cons:

Staff

2026-05-03 • via Nuitee
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Jean • solo_traveller • fr
10
2026-04-21 • via Nuitee
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Jean • solo_traveller • fr
10
Pros:

Felt like coming back home. The location couldn’t be better. It’s in the middle of the action/ chaos of Varanasi. Yet, it’s tucked away in a little quiet street.

The residence is rich in culture. An old traditional house. With antique furniture and craft art carefully placed around.
There’s a cafe with food and drinks and a nice terrace at the top in the evenings. Which was nice when I was exhausted and wanted a little more calm. I would strongly recommend this place to my friends and family if they visit.

2026-04-21 • via Nuitee
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AEZakmi • solo_traveller • tw
4
Very expensive for average level hotel
Pros:

Good location

Cons:

It's a mediocre place for a very high price. You can get the same hotel level anywhere in this area for less than half. I only stayed there because I didn't have other choice. They didn't clean my room all week, and when I asked the cleaning lady she said - "ok, I will drink tea and come back to clean your room" - but she never came back and thought it is funny when I asked her about it later. There were also water pressure issues, hot water issues, the bed was old and not comfortable, and in general, the staff were not nice. Not recommended.

2026-04-17 • via Nuitee
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Serena • extended_group • it
10
2026-04-07 • via Nuitee