Hotel Ganges View,Assi Ghat B1/163.

We recently discovered an absolute hidden gem in Varanasi: Hotel Ganga View. The location is perfect—it sits right on Assi Ghat, placing you at the heart of the city's spiritual energy. The property itself feels like stepping back in time. It has a beautiful vintage, palace-like atmosphere filled with ancient paintings and fascinating old artifacts. It is clear the owners have maintained the heritage of the building with immense pride. I was particularly charmed by the greenery; the hotel is filled with a lush variety of plants and vibrant, colorful flowers that make the space feel alive. One of the best features is the layout—most of the verandas open directly onto a river view, making the property incredibly scenic and serene. The entire staff was consistently calm, kind, and hospitable, ensuring we felt right at home. We also loved the food—it felt like wholesome, nutritious, home-cooked meals (with great vegan-friendly options) that were both healthy and delicious. For all the dog lovers out there, this place has an extra treat: two incredibly friendly resident dogs, Choco and Ginger, who were a joy to have around!

We were a group of 5 women staying here over the 31Oct25 weekend for our first ever trip to Varanasi. The location is fabulous, right by Assi Ghat. Local transport, eateries and shops were all nearby. The rooms were well-equipped and spacious. The sit out is a very pretty place with beautiful flowering plants all over. We spent 2 womderful evenings on the terrace that offered breathtaking views of Assi Ghat and the Ganges. Service was great. Check-in and check-out were seamless. Both breakfast and dinner were very comforting. Shashank was a great help at the reception. We had a very memorable stay. I highly recommend this hotel.

We stayed at the hotel for 3 nights and 4 days w/b 18 Jan,2026. The stay was very comfortable, service was excellent and management and staff were very hospitable. We felt it a homely and welcoming place and didn’t feel that we stayed in a hotel.

We were lucky enough to stay four nights at this treasure of a heritage hotel. Right on Assi Ghat - you do not have to walk far. Great library and artworks. Staff are helpful and accomodating. Wish we could stay longer.

Great hotel with beautiful artifacts , paintings just every wall & every corner is decorated . Great service !! Friendly staff . Just a great location right next to the Asi ghat .Beautiful garden with views of the ghat & Ganga ❤️

We recently stayed at this lovely traditional hotel and had a wonderful experience. The ambiance is warm and welcoming, with a beautiful touch of tradition in its decor and hospitality. The staff were incredibly kind, attentive, and always ready to help, making our stay even more enjoyable. One of the biggest surprises for us was the food. The hotel serves pure vegetarian meals without onion and garlic, something we don’t usually prefer. However, to our surprise, the food was absolutely delicious! Every dish was thoughtfully prepared, flavorful, and satisfying. Overall, this hotel exceeded our expectations in every way. If you’re looking for a peaceful and authentic stay with amazing service and great food, this is the perfect place! We would definitely love to visit again.

What an unpretentious yet classy and classic place. Staff and service were amazing and the rooms were as charming and comfortable as you can imagine (we stayed in two). The lobby and dining room are filled with impressive art, and the veranda overlooking Assi Ghat is a special feature. The dining room was also where we enjoyed one of the better meals we had during our 8 day Varanasi visit. One of our all-time favorite hotels.

The hotel Ganges View is a gem. Perched immediately above the teeming river it is in the thick of the action but an oasis of calm. Set in an old family palace, and run still by the family member who inherited it, the hotel is a real piece of the history of the city. The food is excellent, and the rooms clean and elegant, with attached porch sitting rooms rooms full of plants. But the most extraordinary aspect of the hotel is the enormous collection of Indian art of all periods on every wall and table. One can spend hours soaking up the deep art history of India, and hours discussing it with the erudite and very well connected Mr, Singh, who holds court in the reception area with the many fascinating guests: spiritualists, diplomats and writers. Under Mr Singh’s thoughtful guidance we visited the university art museum and ordered the definitive introduction to Indian art history. All in all a fantastic stay, even before counting the wild magic of Varanasi…