Taj Ganges, Varanasi

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When you stay at Taj Ganges, Varanasi, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Kashi Vishwanath Temple and Dasaswamedh ghat. Guests can visit the spa to be pampered with massages or mani/pedis, and Chowk, one of 2 restaurants, serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. An outdoor pool, a bar/lounge, and a health club are other highlights at this luxurious hotel. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Airport transfer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • 2 restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Health club
  • 24-hour room service
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • Babysitting
  • Conference center
  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms

For families (6)

  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
  • Garden
The current price is $214
$252 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 13 - Oct 14

Why we love this property

Business meets pleasure
Located in the city center, this hotel offers a business center and meeting rooms. After work, guests can enjoy spa services and 24-hour room service.
Flavorful dining spots
This hotel boasts 2 restaurants, including one serving Indian cuisine, plus a bar. Guests can start the day with a delectable buffet breakfast.
Riverside wellness retreat
The full-service spa offers daily treatments from manicures to in-room massages. A steam room, yoga classes, and garden create a complete wellness journey.

Room options

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A hotel room with two beds, a sitting area, and a large window.

Superior Room City View Double Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a wardrobe, and a view of the outdoors.

Superior Room, 1 Double Bed, City View (King Bed)

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  • City view
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table, a chair, and a walk-in closet.

Deluxe Room, 1 Double Bed, City View

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Wonderful
(9 reviews)
  • City view
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed

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A hotel room with a sofa, armchair, and a bed with a headboard. There is a table with a lamp and a bowl of fruit.

Executive Suite, 1 Bedroom

  • Garden view
  • 43 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a small table with a vase of flowers, and a window with curtains.

Superior Room, 2 Twin Beds, City View

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(6 reviews)
  • City view
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds

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A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a small table with a vase of flowers, and a window with curtains.

Deluxe Room, 2 Twin Beds, City View

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(8 reviews)
  • City view
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds

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A modern hotel room with a living area featuring a sofa set, ottomans, a coffee table, and two lamps. A bed with a headboard is visible in the background.

Deluxe Suite, 1 Bedroom, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • 56 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed

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A spacious lobby with a grand chandelier, a reception desk, and a seating area with a sofa and chairs.

Luxury King Room With City View

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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A lobby with two sofas, a coffee table, and a reception desk.

Luxury Room King Pool

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A spacious lobby with a long reception desk, comfortable seating, and a chandelier.

Luxury Room, 1 King Bed, City View

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(2 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Luxury Room, 1 King Bed (Pool)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Luxury Room, 2 Twin Beds (City)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

Luxury Room, 1 King Bed (Pool)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Executive Suite

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

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Nadesar Palace Grounds, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, 221002

What's nearby

  • JVH Mall - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Dasaswamedh ghat - 5 min drive - 4.5 km
  • Kashi Vishwanath Temple - 5 min drive - 4.5 km
  • Assi Ghat - 8 min drive - 7.7 km
  • Banaras Hindu University - 14 min drive - 11.2 km

Getting around

  • Varanasi (VNS-Lal Bahadur Shastri) - 41 min drive
  • Varanasi City Station - 10 min drive
  • Birapatti Station - 16 min drive
  • Varanasi Junction Station - 27 min walk
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Train station pick-up (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Shree Shivay Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Sri Annapurna - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Saffron And Spice - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Barbeque Nation - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Yadav Family Restaurant - ‬17 min walk

About this property

Taj Ganges, Varanasi

  • When you stay at Taj Ganges, Varanasi, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Kashi Vishwanath Temple and Dasaswamedh ghat. Guests can visit the spa to be pampered with massages or mani/pedis, and Chowk, one of 2 restaurants, serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. An outdoor pool, a bar/lounge, and a health club are other highlights at this luxurious hotel. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 130 rooms
    • Arranged over 5 floors

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: noon
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is noon
    • Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

    • This property offers transfers from the airport and train station (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • At check-in, guests must provide a negative COVID-19 test result
    • Guests providing a negative COVID-19 test result must have been tested no more than 72 hours prior to check-in
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
    • To register at this property, guests who are Indian citizens must provide a valid photo identity card issued by the Government of India; Permanent Account Number (PAN) cards will not be accepted due to national regulations. Travelers who are not citizens of India must present a valid passport and visa. Indian citizens must show a PAN card at check-out for cash transactions exceeding INR 25,000.

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

    • Babysitting*

Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs and cats only, 2 total, up to 44 lbs per pet)*
    • Specific rooms only. Pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation; restrictions apply*
    • Pets must be supervised
    • Off-leash area available

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
    • Onsite parking limited

Transfers

    • Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours)*
    • Train station pick-up*

Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7 AM–10:30 AM
  • 2 restaurants
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Barbecue grills
  • 24-hour room service

Traveling with children

  • Babysitting (surcharge)

What to do

  • Yoga classes

Working away

  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms
  • Conference center (5533 square feet of space)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Limo or town car service
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Porter/bellhop

Facilities

  • Built in 1981
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Health club
  • An outdoor pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • Banquet hall
  • Traditional architecture

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Stair-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 32-inch LED TV
  • Premium satellite channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Minibar
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Bathrobes and slippers
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Turndown service
  • Free crib/infant bed
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • In-room massage

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free newspapers

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Dining table

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Restaurant dining guide

Special features

Spa

Guests can pamper themselves with a trip to the onsite spa, which has 2 treatment rooms. Services include massages and manicures and pedicures. The spa is equipped with a steam room. The spa is open daily.

Dining

Chowk - This restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Open daily.
Varuna - This fine-dining restaurant specializes in Indian cuisine and serves lunch and dinner. Open daily.
The Prinsep Bar - This bar serves lunch and dinner. Open daily.

Awards and affiliations

Sustainability Certifications
This property is certified by this third-party sustainability certification scheme: EarthCheck. For more information on what this certification requires and verifies, please visit their website.

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • New Year's Eve (December 31) Gala Dinner per adult: INR 9000
  • New Year's Eve (December 31) Gala Dinner per child: INR 4500 (from 8 to 16 years old)

Optional extras

  • Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately INR 1000 to 2000 per person
  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of INR 1450 per vehicle (roundtrip, maximum occupancy 2)
  • Train station pick-up service is offered for an extra charge

Children & extra beds

  • Babysitting is available for an extra charge

Pets

  • Pet deposit: INR 3000 per night
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of INR 3000 per pet, per stay

Policies

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy.
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards on site.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

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Frequently asked questions

Does Taj Ganges, Varanasi offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Taj Ganges, Varanasi does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Taj Ganges, Varanasi?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool.

Are pets allowed at Taj Ganges, Varanasi?

Yes, cats and dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total and maximum weight of 44 lbs per pet. There's a charge of INR 3000 per pet, per stay, and there's also a deposit of INR 3000 per night. Dog exercise areas are available. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

Is parking offered on site at Taj Ganges, Varanasi?

Yes, there's free self parking. Parking spots may be limited.

Is airport shuttle service offered by Taj Ganges, Varanasi?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is INR 1450 per vehicle roundtrip.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Taj Ganges, Varanasi?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: noon. Check-out time is noon. Contactless check-out is available.

What is there to do at Taj Ganges, Varanasi and nearby?

Onsite recreation at Taj Ganges, Varanasi includes yoga. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool. Taj Ganges, Varanasi also has a health club and spa services, as well as a picnic area and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Taj Ganges, Varanasi?

Yes, there are 2 onsite restaurants, featuring Indian cuisine.

What's the area around Taj Ganges, Varanasi like?

Taj Ganges, Varanasi is located by the river, a short 12-minute walk from JVH Mall.

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  • The restaurant offered excellent food, clean facilities, and exceptional service with friendly and attentive staff. (29 reviews)
  • The spa offers excellent service and lovely facilities, with massages being a particular highlight. (3 reviews)
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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent property and as usual amazing Hospitality by Taj staff which never fails
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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent breakfast choices and rooms were clean and well maintained
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10/10 Exceptional

It’s a great hotel with very helpful staff and well maintained. Great restaurant and a bar available in the lobby. It’s very clean, the room is in great condition and you can get anything resolved within seconds after calling the reception. Laundry service was also quite cheap and timely. We absolutely loved this hotel and would recommend it to anyone visiting Varanasi. It was probably the best service I’ve ever had in a hotel and I do travel a lot!
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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent service and organization of tours Great breakfast
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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent rooms, service and food. Exceptionally helpful staff
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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent service with courteous staff.
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10/10 Exceptional

Awesome hotel. Great garden in the back for casual stroll. Enjoyed our stay.
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10/10 Exceptional

very good place to stay with good food options
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10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel with remarkable staff and food options.
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10/10 Exceptional

Staff were amazing and very helpful especially the housekeeping staff.
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8/10 Very good

Breakfast was decent bacon was cooked pretty good. Room was comfortable and clean. Only issue was someone had charged dinner buffet to our room. So make sure to double check your bill before leaving. The front desk staff took care of the error.
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10/10 Exceptional

excellent customer service and great ambience and good
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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent staff, very nice property with adjacent grounds, good dining options showcasing local cuisine.
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10/10 Exceptional

Great ambience amazing service and perfect location.
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10/10 Exceptional

Staff service was really good Food was excellent
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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent hotel with super clean rooms and very elegant lobby. Very friendly staff
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10/10 Exceptional

Nice oasis in Varanasi - would recommend to anyone. Dilip was very helpful staff member!
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10/10 Exceptional

The breakfast room, Chowk, needs refurbishing. Very attentive staff.
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Nice hotel in Varanasi. Clean and great room! Staff friendly and helpful. Highly recommended hotel
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10/10 Exceptional

Had a wonderful stay. Excellent food. The staff is very helpful and always smiling. Would love to come and stay again. Would definitely recommend staying at the Taj Ganges.
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8/10 Very good

Good location but breakfast service was not Taj standard. Food quality was good but service sucked. Rooms were ok.
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10/10 Exceptional

Loved our stay. Great staff. Asif, the manager was very helpful
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Excellent dining experience

More than Excellent Food options, it was the warm welcome and service of the entire team that made our dining experience even more enjoyable We were very impressed with Nikita, Muskan and Ashish for their constant attention and energetic smiles.
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10/10 Exceptional

A delightful bit of luxury as a relief after a two-week tour using a range of fairly budget-style hotels! The staff were all very well trained and helpful, the room was great and the food we had while there was very good. Only slight disappointment was the pool area was definitely set up for exercise rather than relaxation - no comfortable spot to enjoy a drink or light meal outside there or anywhere around the extensive grounds.
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10/10 Exceptional

Such a beautiful and amazing stay we had with our family. We had a group booking with three families and it was memorable. The staff made sure we were well taken care of, well fed, and they were so warm. Taj lives its name and I am happy with my decision to stay here. Food has so many options and very tasty too.