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3-star hotels in Varanasi
A shortlist of 3-star hotels in Varanasi, chosen from guest ratings and location. It is for travellers who want a comfortable, well-rated base in the city, whether they come for the ghats, the temples or a short break.
Staying in Varanasi
Varanasi is a city built around the river. Its historic core is a dense network of narrow lanes and ancient temples, and the ghats form a long waterfront of steps down to the water. Life here follows the river, with morning and evening rituals, boat rides at dawn or dusk, and cremation grounds central to Hindu beliefs about death and rebirth. It is also a centre of learning, home to Banaras Hindu University, and known for Banarasi silk and classical music.
The hotels on this list sit in different parts of the city. One is near Dashashwamedh Ghat in the old city, and another is on Assi Ghat Road, both handy for the river and the evening ceremonies. Others are in Lahurabir, Sigra, Rathyatra and Kamachha, near the centre but away from the narrowest lanes. A further group is in Cantonment and Shivpur, quieter and more spacious, close to the railway station and a drive from the ghats. The mix suits couples, families, business travellers and anyone on a short break.
The shortlist
Ranked by hotel class, then guest rating and number of reviews.
Hotel Shankara Residency
B 31 22 Bhu Road Lanka Varanasi, Varanasi, India
Best for: Drivers · Step-free access
- Free car parking
- Wheelchair accessible
Why stay hereGuests rate this 3-star address on Bhu Road exceptionally highly, and the 24 hour front desk suits arrivals at any hour. If you are driving in, free car parking removes one worry, and a shuttle service is on hand for getting around. At 3.2 km from the centre, it sits away from the busiest lanes. Best for travellers who want a straightforward, well-reviewed base with their own transport.
See Hotel Shankara ResidencyHotel Buddha
C 26 35 Lahurabir, Varanasi, India
Best for: Drivers · Business trips
- Free car parking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereA 3-star hotel on Lahurabir, 1.6 km from the centre, with a restaurant and café on site for meals without venturing out. Families are well served here: there is a playground and a picnic area, plus babysitting service and a garden. Free Wifi and free car parking cover the practical side. Choose it if you want a full range of facilities and are travelling with children.
See Hotel BuddhaFour Leaf Hotel Arjuna Manor Varanasi
B38 1K Rathyatra Kamachha Rd Mahmoorganj, Varanasi, India
Best for: Drivers · Step-free access
- Car parking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereOn Rathyatra Kamachha Road, 1.6 km from the centre, this 3-star hotel keeps things simple: free Wifi and free car parking, a restaurant, and a 24 hour front desk. A concierge and luggage storage help with plans and bags, and a shuttle service is available. Rated 4.7, it suits guests who want a compact, well-regarded base close to the city's core.
See Four Leaf Hotel Arjuna Manor VaranasiSquare Inn
S 20 53 1 D 2 Budh Vihar Colony Varanasi Cantonment 221007 India, Varanasi, India
Why stay hereThis 3-star hotel in Budh Vihar Colony, Varanasi Cantonment, holds a 4.6 guest rating across 323 reviews. It lies 3.9 km from the centre, so it appeals to travellers who prefer to stay outside the densest quarters. No facilities are listed here, so come expecting a place to sleep rather than on-site services. A reasonable pick for those who value a strong guest score over extras.
See Square Inn36 Avenue
S 2 639 8 U Varuna Vihar Sikraul Shivpur 221002 Varanasi India, Varanasi, India
Best for: Drivers · Business trips
- Free car parking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereSet in Varuna Vihar Sikraul on Shivpur, 4 km from the centre, this 3-star hotel offers free Wifi and free car parking, plus a 24 hour front desk. A garden and terrace give you somewhere to sit outdoors, and lifts help with luggage. With 100 reviews and a 4.7 rating, it suits guests who want quiet surroundings and a few comfortable communal spaces.
See 36 AvenueMunaro Hotels & Resorts.
D 47 4 P, Varanasi, India
Best for: Drivers · Breakfast
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
- Wheelchair accessible
Why stay hereJust 0.3 km from the centre, this 3-star hotel puts you within easy reach of the city. Rooms come with air conditioning and a bathroom, and breakfast is served. Free Wifi and free car parking are available, with room service and a 24 hour front desk for late arrivals. With 157 reviews and a 4.6 rating, it is a practical choice for travellers who want to be right in the middle of things.
See Munaro Hotels & Resorts.Hotel Tridev Grand
Sankat Mochan Road, Varanasi, India
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
- Family rooms
Why stay hereOn Sankat Mochan Road, 2.6 km from the centre, this 3-star hotel has drawn 592 reviews. Air-conditioned rooms, a restaurant and room service cover the essentials, and free Wifi and free car parking are included. A shuttle service and car rental help you get around, while massage and family rooms add comfort. Suited to families and longer stays.
See Hotel Tridev GrandGully Ghar
B 1 239 Assi Ghat Road Assi Ghat, Varanasi, India
Best for: Families · Pool and spa
- Spa
- Breakfast
- Family rooms
Why stay hereRight on Assi Ghat Road, 2.3 km from the centre, this 3-star property pairs a restaurant and bar with a spa and yoga. Air-conditioned rooms, free Wifi and a 24 hour front desk are standard, and bike or car rental makes exploring easy. Shuttle service and luggage storage round it out. A good fit for guests who want wellness facilities and a ghat-side address.
See Gully GharHotel Dev Kashi
Varanasi Uttar Pradesh India, Varanasi, India
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Spa
- Free car parking
- Fitness Center
Why stay hereThis 3-star hotel, 1.6 km from the centre, offers free Wifi and free car parking along with a 24 hour front desk. A spa and fitness centre are on site, and there is a terrace for fresh air. With only 51 reviews so far and a 4.8 rating, it is a newer-looking option for guests who want leisure facilities close to the city.
See Hotel Dev KashiStay Banaras A Boutique Hotel
C 33 52 9A 1A Chittupur Sigra, Varanasi, India
Best for: Families · Breakfast
- Breakfast
- Lounge
- Family rooms
Why stay hereIn Chittupur Sigra, 1.7 km from the centre, this 3-star boutique hotel has 1538 reviews behind it. Air-conditioned rooms come with a bath, bathrobe and balcony, and there is a restaurant and room service. A garden and terrace offer outdoor space, and bike or car rental helps you get about. It suits guests who want plenty of room comforts and a proven track record.
See Stay Banaras A Boutique HotelHotel Saraswati Palace
Rajendra Vihar Sudarpur Dlw Bhu Road Saraswati Palace, Varanasi, India
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
- Family rooms
Why stay hereOn Bhu Road in Rajendra Vihar Sudarpur, 3.9 km from the centre, this 3-star hotel provides air-conditioned rooms with a balcony, free Wifi and free car parking. Breakfast, lunch and room service are available, and a 24 hour front desk handles late check-ins. With 149 reviews and a 4.5 rating, it works for travellers who want a quiet, well-equipped base outside the centre.
See Hotel Saraswati PalaceHotel Bachchan Palace
D. 19 30 K 19 24 Kewal Gali Near Bank Of Baroda Atm Main Ghat Dashashwamedh, Varanasi, India
Best for: Families · Breakfast
- Breakfast
- Family rooms
- Air conditioning
Why stay hereNear Dashashwamedh Main Ghat, 0.9 km from the centre, this 3-star hotel is well placed for the riverside. Air-conditioned rooms, free Wifi and a 24 hour front desk are offered, with a bar, room service and breakfast. Bike rental and yoga are also available. With 948 reviews and a 4.4 rating, it suits guests who want to be close to the ghats.
See Hotel Bachchan PalaceHotel Kiaara
1 Shivpur Bypass Rd, Varanasi, India
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Spa
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
Why stay hereOn Shivpur Bypass Road, 6.7 km from the centre, this 3-star hotel includes a restaurant, banquet and wedding services, making it a candidate for events. Rooms have air conditioning and free Wifi, and there is free car parking and a 24 hour front desk. A spa adds relaxation. With 878 reviews and a 4.4 rating, it suits guests attending functions or preferring a location away from the centre.
See Hotel KiaaraThe White Canyon Hotel
D47 2B 2 Ramapura Varanasi Uttar Pradesh 221010, Varanasi, India
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Parking
- Breakfast
- Pets allowed
Why stay hereJust 0.3 km from the centre, this 3-star hotel offers air-conditioned rooms with free Wifi, a 24 hour front desk and room service. A garden, terrace and bar give you places to unwind, and pets are allowed. Parking is available. With 646 reviews and a 4.4 rating, it is a convenient choice for travellers who want to be central and can bring their pet.
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Road S 20 53 14 Varanasi Cantonment Varanasi Up 221002, Varanasi, India
Best for: Step-free access
- Wheelchair accessible
Why stay hereOn Road S 20 53 14 in Varanasi Cantonment, 4 km from the centre, this 3-star hotel has a restaurant, concierge and laundry service. A fireplace and newspapers add a homely touch, and a shuttle service is available. Free car parking and a 24 hour front desk cover arrivals. With 551 reviews and a 4.4 rating, it suits guests who want a settled base with useful services.
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The shortlist side by side
| Hotel | Class | Guest rating | Reviews | Parking | Breakfast | Pool or spa | To the centre |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hotel Shankara Residency | ★★★ | 4.9 | 543 | Yes | – | – | 3.2 km |
| Hotel Buddha | ★★★ | 4.9 | 175 | Yes | – | – | 1.6 km |
| Four Leaf Hotel Arjuna Manor Varanasi | ★★★ | 4.7 | 142 | Yes | – | – | 1.6 km |
| Square Inn | ★★★ | 4.6 | 323 | – | – | – | 3.9 km |
| 36 Avenue | ★★★ | 4.7 | 100 | Yes | – | – | 4.0 km |
| Munaro Hotels & Resorts. | ★★★ | 4.6 | 157 | Yes | Yes | – | 0.3 km |
| Hotel Tridev Grand | ★★★ | 4.5 | 592 | Yes | Yes | – | 2.6 km |
| Gully Ghar | ★★★ | 4.6 | 121 | – | Yes | Yes | 2.3 km |
| Hotel Dev Kashi | ★★★ | 4.8 | 51 | Yes | – | Yes | 1.6 km |
| Stay Banaras A Boutique Hotel | ★★★ | 4.4 | 1,538 | – | Yes | – | 1.7 km |
| Hotel Saraswati Palace | ★★★ | 4.5 | 149 | Yes | Yes | – | 3.9 km |
| Hotel Bachchan Palace | ★★★ | 4.4 | 948 | – | Yes | – | 0.9 km |
| Hotel Kiaara | ★★★ | 4.4 | 878 | Yes | Yes | Yes | 6.7 km |
| The White Canyon Hotel | ★★★ | 4.4 | 646 | Yes | Yes | – | 0.3 km |
| Hotel Park Plaza | ★★★ | 4.4 | 551 | – | – | – | 4.0 km |
From each hotel's own listing on this site; a dash means it is not listed.
How to choose
For families
Hotel Buddha has a playground, a picnic area and babysitting service, and Hotel Tridev Grand and Stay Banaras A Boutique Hotel both list family rooms. The White Canyon Hotel also has family rooms and a garden. All four are rated 4.4 or higher from guests.
Hotel Buddha · Hotel Tridev Grand · Stay Banaras A Boutique Hotel · The White Canyon Hotel
Closest to the centre
Munaro Hotels & Resorts. and The White Canyon Hotel are both 0.3 km from the centre, while Hotel Bachchan Palace is 0.9 km away and sits near Dashashwamedh Ghat. Hotel Buddha is 1.6 km from the centre.
Munaro Hotels & Resorts. · The White Canyon Hotel · Hotel Bachchan Palace · Hotel Buddha
Top guest ratings
Hotel Shankara Residency and Hotel Buddha share the highest guest rating on this list at 4.9 out of 5. Hotel Dev Kashi follows at 4.8, and Four Leaf Hotel Arjuna Manor Varanasi and 36 Avenue are both rated 4.7.
Hotel Shankara Residency · Hotel Buddha · Hotel Dev Kashi · Four Leaf Hotel Arjuna Manor Varanasi · 36 Avenue
Quieter, spacious areas
Square Inn, Hotel Park Plaza and 36 Avenue are in or near the Cantonment, where roads are wider and the area is calmer. Hotel Kiaara sits on Shivpur Bypass Road. All are a drive from the ghats.
Questions, answered
Which hotels have free parking?
Hotel Shankara Residency, Hotel Buddha, Four Leaf Hotel Arjuna Manor Varanasi, 36 Avenue, Munaro Hotels & Resorts., Hotel Tridev Grand, Hotel Dev Kashi, Hotel Saraswati Palace and Hotel Kiaara all list free car parking. Hotel Park Plaza and Hotel Bachchan Palace do not.
Do any of these hotels allow pets?
The White Canyon Hotel is the only hotel on this list that lists pets allowed. If you are travelling with a pet, check directly with any other hotel before booking, as the rest do not mention pets in their facilities.
Which hotels have a pool or spa?
Gully Ghar, Hotel Dev Kashi and Hotel Kiaara list a spa. None of the hotels on this list lists a swimming pool, so if a pool matters to you, look beyond this shortlist.
Which are the best options for families?
Hotel Buddha has a playground, picnic area and babysitting service. Hotel Tridev Grand, Stay Banaras A Boutique Hotel and The White Canyon Hotel list family rooms, and Stay Banaras A Boutique Hotel also has a children's playground.
Which hotel is closest to the centre?
Munaro Hotels & Resorts. and The White Canyon Hotel are both 0.3 km from the centre. Hotel Bachchan Palace is 0.9 km away and near Dashashwamedh Ghat, while Hotel Buddha, Four Leaf Hotel Arjuna Manor Varanasi and Hotel Dev Kashi are 1.6 km from the centre.
Which hotel has the highest guest rating?
Hotel Shankara Residency and Hotel Buddha are both rated 4.9 out of 5, the highest on this list. Hotel Buddha has 175 reviews, while Hotel Shankara Residency has 543. Hotel Dev Kashi, at 4.8, is next.
Do the hotels serve breakfast?
Munaro Hotels & Resorts., Hotel Tridev Grand, Gully Ghar, Hotel Saraswati Palace, Hotel Bachchan Palace, Hotel Kiaara and The White Canyon Hotel list breakfast. Several also offer breakfast in room, including Gully Ghar, Hotel Saraswati Palace, Hotel Bachchan Palace and The White Canyon Hotel.