Family Room
- Garden view
- Shower
- Heating
- Air conditioning
Hotel · Varanasi · Uttar Pradesh
Hotel Buddha
A calm, well-run base near the heart of Varanasi, with clean rooms and staff who go out of their way to help.
- Close to the ghats and landmarks – walk or take a quick tuk-tuk
- Spacious, recently renovated rooms with balconies
- Helpful staff and good value tours available on site
7.6
Very good
203 reviews
Booking.com 7.6 · 203 reviews
About
Hotel Buddha
Hotel Buddha sits in the Ramkatora area of Varanasi, a short walk from the ghats and within easy reach of the city's main temples and sights. The building is compact and well-kept, with marble floors and freshly painted walls that give it a noticeably cleaner feel than many places in the old city.
The hotel offers a courtyard, a sun terrace, and a garden where you can sit out away from the noise. Staff are consistently described as warm and helpful, and the on-site restaurant serves solid Indian meals. It's a straightforward, honest choice for exploring Varanasi without spending a fortune.
- Non-smoking rooms
- Wi-Fi
- Parking
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- Express check-in/ -out
In brief
What works, what to weigh
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Strengths
4 reasons to book- Consistently helpful staff — Guests repeatedly mention the friendly, available team who answer questions, arrange tours, and make you feel looked after.
- Clean, comfortable rooms — Rooms are described as clean and well-furnished, many with balconies and garden views. The property has marble floors and painted walls, which guests appreciate for hygiene.
- Good location near the ghats — A 15-minute walk to the ghats, under 1 km from the railway station, and close to major temples. A tuk-tuk is always available if you don't want to walk.
- Value for money — Prices are reasonable for the class, and guests feel the quality and service justify the cost, especially the organised city tours.
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Worth weighing
4 to weigh- Hot water limited to mornings — Hot water is available from 6 to 11; outside those hours you need to ask reception to turn on the heater.
- Train noise can be audible — Although the area is quiet, train horns are sometimes heard, which may disturb light sleepers.
- Facilities are dated in parts — Some internal areas still show their age, though a refurbishment is underway that should improve things.
- Food can be hit or miss — Meals are generally good, but some guests found the food average and recommend sticking to Indian dishes.
01 — Rooms
Rooms & rates
High season: summer dates usually book out a few weeks ahead.
02 — Amenities
Services & amenities
Everything included at this stay — the facilities and essentials, at a glance.
General
- Non-smoking rooms
- Wi-Fi
- Parking
- 24-hour reception
- Express check-in/out
- Lift
- Currency exchange
- Safe deposit box
- Luggage storage
Food & Drink
- Coffee shop
- In-room breakfast
- Packed lunches
- Special diet menus
- Children's buffet
- Happy hour
Room Amenities
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Sitting area
- Flat-screen TV
- Electric kettle
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Ironing facilities
- Free toiletries
- Carpeted floor
Outdoor & Views
- Terrace
- Sun terrace
- Garden area
- Garden furniture
Services
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Car hire
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Meeting/Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Photos
Gallery
03 — Reviews
What guests say
Recent verified reviews from guests who stayed here.
Guest-rated 7.6/10 from 203 reviews
Booking.com · 7.6 · 203 reviews
7.6Verified guest“I've stayed here before and the rooms are still clean and nicely furnished, with a balcony.”
7.6Verified guest“The unit was large and well designed, with a kettle and fridge. The building is great, and the location is very close to the centre of Varanasi and all the landmarks.”
7.6Verified guest“It was a good size overall and well furnished, with a balcony.”
7.6Verified guest“The room was nicely decorated and had a balcony.”
7.6Verified guest“Great place worth recommending. It's not exactly in the city centre, but the quality and price make that inconvenience small. Rooms were very good and clean, and the meals were nice. The city trips offered good value – the guide was great and tailored the trip for us. We saw all the top sights and got so much information. The distance to the old town isn't bad, and there's a lovely local restaurant nearby.”
7.6Verified guest“Perfect and clean, with very polite staff everywhere.”
04 — Location
Getting around Varanasi
The property sits in Varanasi.
Getting to the ghats: The famous ghats are about a 15-minute walk away, or a short tuk-tuk ride if you're in a hurry.
Nearby sights: The Golden Temple is within walking distance, and the Nepali Temple is a 5-minute drive. Ram Janki Kund is also close by.
Railway station: Varanasi Junction is less than a kilometre away, so you can easily reach the hotel on arrival.
C-26/35, Ramkatora, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, 221001, India
05 — Good to know
Policies & conditions
Hotel details are shown for reference. Final rate terms are confirmed on the partner’s site at booking.
- Check-in
- From 12:00-23:30
- Check-out
- By 06:00-11:00
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation on many rates — terms on booking page
- Payment
- Pay-at-hotel available on many rates; final terms at booking
- Pets
- Not allowed
- Property
- 22 rooms
06 — Questions
Frequently asked
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 12:00 to 23:30, and check-out is from 06:00 to 11:00.
Is parking available?
Yes, the hotel offers parking on site.
Are pets allowed?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
Is there hot water all day?
Hot water is available from 6 to 11. Outside those hours, you can request it at reception and they will turn on the heater.
Does the hotel provide airport shuttle service?
Yes, there is a paid airport shuttle available.
Is air conditioning available in the rooms?
Yes, the Family Room and other units come with air conditioning and heating.
The bottom line
A dependable, good-value base for exploring Varanasi, with clean rooms and staff who genuinely care about your stay. The small quirks – limited hot water hours and occasional train noise – are easy to work around.
7.6Best for travellers who want a comfortable, well-located hotel with a personal touch.
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