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The most interesting area to stay is around the ghats. This is where most foreigners hang out - and with good reason. In addition to the ghats and river, Varanasi's most famous temples and main market are all located in this area. Another choice is Sarnath, about 8km from Varanasi. It is a little removed from 'the action' but much safer and calmer than Varanasi. Monu Family Paying Guest House :  D 8/4 Kalika Gali, Dashashwamedh, Varanasi 221 001 (near Golden Temple), 0091-0542-2400908. Monu Guest House is situated right in the epicentre of the old town. It has very colourful, sweet and a familiar atmosphere. Rooms are very neat and clean with attached bath, western loos and h&c shower.They have also Internet available at Rupees 30/hour Only.Hindi courses and music lessons of Sitar,Tabla,Vocal are available in house and they also sells Instruments like Sitar, Tabla, Harmonium, Surbahar, etc. over there. Rs 160-610.

Ganga Fuji Home : (between Man Mandeer Ghat and Dasaswamedh Ghat). Some rooms have shared bathroom; more expensive rooms have A/C and TV. All rooms are clean, with clean sheets and towel. The rooftop restaurant offers evening concerts every night. Rs 350-990.

Groovy Ganges Guesthouse (ग्रूवी गंगा गेस्ट हाउस) :  B2/225, B-6-A, Bhadaini (in Bhadaini neighborhood near Assi Ghat) 993.618.0896 (info@groovyganges.org, fax: (001)206.984.1165),  checkin: whenever; checkout: no hurry. Live in an Indian home with an Indian family. Unlimited broadband internet access comes with every room, making this an ideal place for long-term students, researchers, and activists wanting to integrate into local culture. Boiled water used for all cooking. Rs 2000/week.

Hotel River View :  a couple ghats north of Panchganga Ghat (To get here, walk north from Dasaswamedh Ghat for about 15 minutes, and follow the numerous blue and white painted signs that begin to appear.). Rs100-250.

Maa Vaishno Guesthouse (माँ वैशो गेस्ट हाउस) :  B 5/188 Shivala Ghat, 91.542.227.7013.mobile-09.33.649.0694 . Family run guesthouse situated two minutes from the Shivala Ghat.a very short walking distance to the burning ghats but far enough away to avoid smoke and smell.ganga view 10 clean rooms, all with attached bathroom with running hot and cold shower. Roof top restaurant,sunrise & sun set from roof & room. ADSL internet, laundry, train, bus and air ticket arrangement and other travel services available. free pickup service from varanasi railway station.

Maruti Guest House (मारुती गेस्ट हाउस) :  Sahodarbir (near Assi Ghat), 231.2261, . Friendly family run guest house with clean well lit rooms. There is a roof top garden and restaurant where fresh home made food is served. Power backup for the rooms and hot showers are available as well as broadband Internet access. The owner of the guest house, Dr. V.N. Tripathi, gives Yoga and meditation lessons upon request. Rs 50-400.

Sahi Riverview Guest House :  (on Assi Ghat, next to Harmony Book Shop), This place is very clean, quiet, and recommended. Newly opened, the guest house has the most fascinating Ganges views and the exotic sunrise from its balconies, rooms and terrace. All rooms have 24 hrs hot water with attached bathrooms.

Shanti Guesthouse : There are several hotels near the ghats that have taken the name "Shanti" after the originals good reputation. The "original" is a clean but very basic building with several floors of windowless rooms (cooler and safer than ones with exterior windows). There's a dorm on the roof. The rooftop cafe offers money changing, internet access, and a view of the Burning Ghats.

Sita Guest House :  Chausatti Ghat (on the banks of the ganges next to the main ghats), 542 2450061 or 3251088. A very short walking distance to the burning ghats but far enough away to avoid smoke and smell. Rooms are clean and of a good size all with view of the river. Hot water in every room and roof top restaurant. The hotel also has generator for the many power cuts in Varanasi. The hotel provides many services for its guests, including internet, in house laundry, train and air ticket bookings.

Tiwari Lodge :  B-1/243-A, Assi Ghat (Assi Crossing, accross the street from Hotel Haifa), 2315129. checkout: negotiable. 100-150 Rs. edit, is right after Assi crossing close to Assi Ghat. It is run by a Brahmin, and has its own small temple on the site. Very relaxed and well maintained by local standards, do not expect staff to be present all the time. For check-in the owner can usually be found sitting in the aryuvedic massage cubicle late afternoons. Upstairs rooms are with shared bath Rs 100/single. Ensuite will be Rs 150, with long term rates negotiable. Bring your sheets and towel. Door locked midnight to 6AM.

Vishnu Rest House :  Pandey Ghat, 450 206. A hotel spanned over 200 year old Vishnu temple. A very clean and friendly guest house over looking the river, some rooms with views. You will often find classical music programs and puja held during morning and evening time. The rooms are with power backup and hot water.


Hotel Malti :  Vidyapeeth, (542)356844 351395.

Kautilya Society residence (कौटिल्य समाज) :  D 20/21 Munshi Ghat, +91-542-2452179; +91-542-2455139. Located on the banks o the river Ganges at the city centre, it is not an Hotel but it is a NGO for intercultural dialogue, that also offers rooms for students and scholars. The atmosphere of Ram Bhavan remains faithful to the simple comforts of an Indian home with a splash of colour. Walls are painted in the colors of the ancient city: a cooling forest green facing the court; peacock blues in the bedrooms; Annapurna rose in the kitchen. Furniture is colonial Teak or cane. By Indian law it is necessary for all residing guests to become members of the Society; annual membership is €6. Rooms in high season cost from per day, including half board (€ 1 a day for additional guests sharing the same room). In low season rates are approximately 20% lower. Special prices can be obtained by long term guests. €6 membership plus €6-10.


The Gateway Hotel :  Nadesar Palace Grounds, +91 542 250 3001. A five-star hotel owned by the Taj Group, it's the nicest in the city. Rooms from $150 (or even less off-season, inquire about discounts.

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