Reviews of Mandakini Homestay
Sigra-Siddhigiri Bagh Road D 61/26-d, 221010 Varanasi, India
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Reviewed: September 5, 2025 · Stayed in September 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: August 31, 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: July 27, 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewBest place for stay & happy peoples
Reviewed: June 27, 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewOverall good experience , great location near to Ghat and kashi temple . Owner Mr Deepak himself taking care of clients
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Dear Shobhit, Thank you for choosing Mandakini Homestay and for taking the time to share your experience. I’m glad I could personally assist during your visit. Your recognition of our efforts means a lot and encourages us to continue offering attentive and heartfelt hospitality. We look forward to welcoming you again on your next visit to Varanasi. Warm regards, Deepak, Mandakini Homestay
Dear Shobhit, Thank you for choosing Mandakini Homestay and for taking the time to share your experience. I’m glad I could personally assist during your visit. Your recognition of our efforts means a lot and encourages us to continue offeri… Show more
Reviewed: May 28, 2025 · Stayed in May 2025
Verified reviewEverything is perfect and so clean room and staff are also very good and polite.. Bathroom is very clean.
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Reviewed: May 12, 2025 · Stayed in May 2025
Verified reviewGood location very silent and feels relaxed. We were there for two days and it just feels like we were in our house. The rooms were clean and comfortable, the owner is also polite and very helpful.
Dear Nilesh, Thank you so much for your lovely words. We're truly happy to know you felt at home during your stay. Your warmth and appreciation mean a lot to us. Warm regards, Deepak Mandakini Homestay
Reviewed: April 12, 2025 · Stayed in April 2025
Verified reviewThe response of the owner was very good. The room were very good with excellent cleanliness.
Every thing was perfect.
Reviewed: April 4, 2025 · Stayed in April 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: March 13, 2025 · Stayed in March 2025
Verified reviewGood place to stay
Location is at small street.but that is normal in Varanasi
Reviewed: February 24, 2025 · Stayed in February 2025
Verified reviewThe property is within walking distance of Kashi Vishwanath Temple (around 30 minutes). While the listed check-in time is 9:30 AM, we had to wait until 11 AM as the previous guests had not vacated the room. However, the receptionist was very helpful—he allowed us to use the bathroom to freshen up and assisted us in navigating the area since we were unfamiliar with it. There is no breakfast provided, but Swiggy and Zomato are available for food delivery. He also kindly offered us tea. One thing we overlooked during booking was that the room does not have an attached bathroom. While the room itself was comfortable, having an attached bathroom would have made the stay even better. Additionally, there were a lot of monkeys around the property, and when we tried to step out, they became a bit of a nuisance. Thankfully, the receptionist helped us get rid of them, which we really appreciated. We are from Kerala and were visiting Varanasi for the first time. Overall, it was a pleasant stay, and we would recommend this place to anyone visiting the city.
Dear Tintu, Thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience with us. We're truly glad to hear that you found the room comfortable and appreciated the cleanliness, location, and overall value. It’s heartening to know our receptionist’s efforts—whether assisting with local navigation or helping with those surprise monkey encounters—added to your experience! We sincerely apologize for the delay at check-in as early check-in is only available in case rooms are free. As first-time visitors from Kerala, we hope your journey through Varanasi was rich in memories and moments. Thank you for recommending us—it means a lot. We'd love to welcome you back anytime! Warm regards, Deepak Mandakini Homestay
Dear Tintu, Thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience with us. We're truly glad to hear that you found the room comfortable and appreciated the cleanliness, location, and overall value. It’s heartening to know our … Show more
Reviewed: February 23, 2025 · Stayed in February 2025
Verified reviewMandakini Home Stay in Varanasi offers a clean, comfortable, and welcoming environment. The rooms are spotless and well-maintained, ensuring a pleasant stay. The hosts are incredibly friendly and accommodating, always ready to assist with local recommendations. Its great location provides easy access to the city’s main attractions, making it a perfect choice for travelers seeking a peaceful and homely stay.
Reviewed: February 18, 2025 · Stayed in February 2025
Verified reviewNice clean rooms and good location
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Reviewed: February 17, 2025 · Stayed in February 2025
Verified reviewThe stay was very pleasant . The location was a prime location near to all the attraction and the commute was also good . The rooms and washrooms were very clean and spacious . The owner Deepak and caretaker were very good and helpful . Highly recommend
Thank you so much for your delightful review! 🌟 We're thrilled to hear that you had an excellent and pleasant stay at Mandakini Homestay. It warms our hearts to know that you found the location convenient, close to all the attractions, and enjoyed the clean, spacious rooms and washrooms. Deepak and our dedicated caretaker are always here to make your stay as comfortable and enjoyable as possible. Your high recommendation means the world to us, and we can't wait to welcome you back for another wonderful visit! 🏡✨
Thank you so much for your delightful review! 🌟 We're thrilled to hear that you had an excellent and pleasant stay at Mandakini Homestay. It warms our hearts to know that you found the location convenient, close to all the attractions, and … Show more
Reviewed: February 14, 2025 · Stayed in February 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: February 9, 2025 · Stayed in February 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: February 4, 2025 · Stayed in February 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: February 3, 2025 · Stayed in February 2025
Verified reviewLocation is good
As it mentioned as a home stay . . It is not a home stay care taker who will always be there with us if you use the kitchen. Caretaker saying that we can use only for coffee and milk not for lunch and dinner. And especially for washroom it is not combined one . Wash room they provide for us it not up to the mark . We paided for 1 night 4k ok included taxes. My personal suggestion not up to mark
Reviewed: January 29, 2025 · Stayed in January 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: January 28, 2025 · Stayed in January 2025
Verified reviewThe Place was Neat and clean.
room was small for 3 people.
Reviewed: January 12, 2025 · Stayed in January 2025
Verified reviewOverall stay and spacious rooms.
Property is in narrow lane, parking car is difficult.
Reviewed: January 8, 2025 · Stayed in January 2025
Verified reviewThe property was clean and the staff was quite helpful
Since it’s a guesthouse, if the other guests are noisy than you will hear the disturbance too, which is bothersome, especially early in the morning or late at night
thanks Nupur ji for your review. Because darshan starts in Kashi Vishwanath Mandir by 4:00 a.m. morning, Many some guest plan for early morning darshan, so a bit of noise of for few minutes was there..
Reviewed: January 8, 2025 · Stayed in January 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: December 29, 2024 · Stayed in December 2024
Verified reviewReviewed: December 22, 2024 · Stayed in December 2024
Verified reviewWe very much thank Deepak Gupta for excellent facilities. We felt like in home.If he can provide window with glass doors and curtains instead of closing with wooden board, it will be excellent for seeing sun light in winters now and then.We also thank Mr.Vishal for his services. Venugopal, Vijayawada
Reviewed: December 20, 2024 · Stayed in December 2024
Verified reviewCaretaker & owner both are nice person, responsive, taking care of everything.
Dhanyawaad Pawan ji for taking out time to write reviews.. It was great to know your family's devotion for the Sarvved temple in Varanasi.