Varanasi: Ganga Ghat Guest House
River-facing rooms above Assi Ghat, steps from the morning aarti
What travellers loved
See more reviewsSmall touches made the difference — kahwa on arrival, hot water bottles at night and honest advice about where to eat.
Waking up to that view was worth the whole trip. The room was spotless and the location is perfect for walking around.
Highlights
- Ringside view of the Subah-e-Banaras aarti
- Sunrise boat rides with licensed boatmen
- Rooftop café with river views
Full description
A family-run guest house on the ghats with a rooftop café looking over the Ganga. Subah-e-Banaras — the sunrise music and aarti at Assi Ghat — starts right below the terrace, and the house books licensed boatmen for sunrise rides to Manikarnika and Dashashwamedh.
At a glance
- Property type
- Guest house
- Star rating
- 2 star
- Amenities
- Free Wi-FiRestaurantLake/sea viewHot waterPower backup
Rooms & rates
Standard Room
Max 2 Guests- 150 sq.ft (14 sq.mt)
- 1 Double Bed
- 1 Bathroom
- Lane view
- Mineral water
- Air conditioning
- Housekeeping
- Wi-Fi
- Telephone
- Charging points
Room only
- Free cancellation till 24 hrs before check-in
- Free Wi-Fi
Ganga View Room
Max 2 Guests- 210 sq.ft (20 sq.mt)
- 1 Queen Bed
- 1 Bathroom
- River Ganga view
- Mineral water
- Air conditioning
- Housekeeping
- Wi-Fi
- Kettle, tea & coffee
- Telephone
Room with breakfast
- Free cancellation till 48 hrs before check-in
- Rooftop breakfast
- Free Wi-Fi
Breakfast + sunrise boat
- Free cancellation till 48 hrs before check-in
- Rooftop breakfast
- Sunrise boat ride for two
More details
- Free Wi-Fi
Rates are per room per night and set by the property. “Book now” sends a booking request — the property confirms availability and the final amount before you pay them directly.
Location
Important information
- The ghats are reached on foot through the lanes; porters carry luggage from the Assi crossing.
- Rooms on upper floors have no lift.
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 7 days before check-in; 50% charge within 7 days; no refund for no-shows.
Customer reviews
Review summary
Small touches made the difference — kahwa on arrival, hot water bottles at night and honest advice about where to eat.
Waking up to that view was worth the whole trip. The room was spotless and the location is perfect for walking around.
5 reviews · 2 traveller photos
Unforgettable views
Waking up to that view was worth the whole trip. The room was spotless and the location is perfect for walking around.
Hosts who genuinely care
Small touches made the difference — kahwa on arrival, hot water bottles at night and honest advice about where to eat.
Comfortable and clean
Breakfast could have more variety, but the staff were helpful with local tips and taxi bookings. Beds were very comfortable.
Hosts who genuinely care
Small touches made the difference — kahwa on arrival, hot water bottles at night and honest advice about where to eat.
Hosts who genuinely care
Small touches made the difference — kahwa on arrival, hot water bottles at night and honest advice about where to eat.
