At the heart of Varanasi, Taj Ganges offers a serene oasis with lush gardens and an outdoor pool. Treat yourself to rejuvenating yoga classes or unwind with a drink at the bar while enjoying Indian cuisine at one of two on-site restaurants.
Reviews
9.09.0 out of 10
Wonderful
Popular amenities
Pool
Spa
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 $106
$106
$125 total
includes taxes & fees
May 24 - May 25
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.
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
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Hotel size
130 rooms
Arranged over 5 floors
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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
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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.
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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
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Children
Babysitting*
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Pets
Pets allowed (dogs and cats only, 2 total, up to 44 lbs per pet)*
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply*
Pets must be supervised
Off-leash area available
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
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Parking
Free onsite self parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
Onsite parking limited
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Transfers
Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours)*
Train station pick-up*
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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.
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.
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
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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Reviews
Taj Ganges, Varanasi Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
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9.2
Cleanliness
7.6
Location
9.0
Staff & service
8.6
Property conditions & facilities
Guest review summary
What guests liked
Breakfast was excellent with a wide range of options and attentive service. (10 reviews)
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 15, 2025
Excellent service and organization of tours
Great breakfast
Dushyantkumar
Dushyantkumar, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Mar 28, 2026
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.
Galen
Galen, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 6, 2025
Excellent rooms, service and food. Exceptionally helpful staff
Venkatesh
Venkatesh, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 24, 2025
Excellent service with courteous staff.
Sandhya
Sandhya, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 31, 2025
Awesome hotel. Great garden in the back for casual stroll. Enjoyed our stay.
satheesh
satheesh, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 16, 2025
Staff were amazing and very helpful especially the housekeeping staff.
Sasikala
Sasikala, 10-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 3, 2025
excellent customer service and great ambience and good
shantala
shantala, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 27, 2025
Nice oasis in Varanasi - would recommend to anyone. Dilip was very helpful staff member!
SREEKANT
SREEKANT, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 18, 2025
Great hotel with remarkable staff and food options.
INAYATALI
INAYATALI, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 1, 2025
The breakfast room, Chowk, needs refurbishing. Very attentive staff.
Wolfgang
Wolfgang, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 16, 2023
very good place to stay with good food options
Ravi
Ravi, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Feb 13, 2026
Owais at the front desk stood out for his charm, efficiency and courtesy.
The Satvik thali at the Varuna stood out as it was absolutely delicious.
The welcome was somewhat lacking and half hearted - didn’t get the drum and sweets, which I saw others receive.
The rooms were clean, comfortable and turned in nicely at night.
Access to the steam room was somewhat cumbersome and tedious. Having recently stayed at the Jaagir Manor, Pilibhit house, and Anandkashi - I missed the high tea.
Sanjiv
Sanjiv, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jun 19, 2025
Excellent hotel with super clean rooms and very elegant lobby. Very friendly staff
Dinesh
Dinesh, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Nov 10, 2025
Good location but breakfast service was not Taj standard. Food quality was good but service sucked.
Rooms were ok.
PRAVIN
PRAVIN, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 24, 2024
Excellent staff, very nice property with adjacent grounds, good dining options showcasing local cuisine.
Abhinav
Abhinav, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jun 14, 2024
Great ambience amazing service and perfect location.
Meher
Meher, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 29, 2025
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.
Jonathan
Jonathan, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 8, 2024
Staff service was really good
Food was excellent
Shakha
Shakha, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 31, 2025
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.
RANAJIT
RANAJIT, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 3, 2025
Nice hotel y m Varanasi
Nice hotel in Varanasi. Clean and great room! Staff friendly and helpful. Highly recommended hotel
Daniel
Daniel, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jun 22, 2025
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.
Sirisha
Sirisha, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 13, 2025
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.
Jay
Jay, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 13, 2026
Breakfast buffet is outstanding. Coffee machines need to be looked into - replaced. On the last day, I had a decent cappuccino.
Dinner and lunch buffets are great as well, made more enjoyable due to people like Muskan, Abhilash, Deepak Shivam etc.
In the other restaurant Varun, except for one person, Madhina, others don’t seem to smile at all. Need to learn to smile and be hospitable.
Concierge position is stressful and it is in this hotel. Akansha did a decent job on the only day she was there. The other lady Nishita looked stressed. Handling Two cell phones and a landline is not easy. You need to have two people at that desk. One to coordinate with drivers and another to handle reservations and customers. Manish should be there.
Chinta
Chinta, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 17, 2025
Loved our stay. Great staff. Asif, the manager was very helpful
Mohit
Mohit, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jun 18, 2025
Loved the stay at Taj Ganges, Varanasi.
Great Place for family stay with lot of greenery, fresh mango and to taste local culinary.
Breakfast was stunning awesome with lots of love served along with the food.
Their team deepak, punam, Abhilash and Rohit were super helpful and gave us tour of local food tour by serving.
Surely we love to come back.