D-5/85 Tripura Bhairavi Dashashwamedh ghat, 221001 Varanasi, India
#9 of 270 hotels in Varanasi
Guests' ChoiceBased on 205 hotel reviews
8.9Cleanliness
8.9
Comfort
8.7
Location
9.4
Facilities
8.4
Staff
9.7
Value for money
9.0
Free WiFi
10.0
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 3 July 2024
Alexandria
AustraliaBalcony view of the Ganges river. The owners were incredibly lovely! Solo female traveler and I felt very safe here.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 28 May 2024
Harry
United KingdomNo issues
Great location, lovely family running the place and great views over the Ganges from the rooftop. Stayed here much longer than planned due to the excellent hospitality and friendly atmosphere. The rooms are comfortable and the bathroom was always clean. Will be sure to stay here in future and thanks again for having me!
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 7 May 2024
Sara
ItalyLovely place run by a kindhearted family. Everyone was so nice and helpful at Shiva Lodge, we stayed there for a week. Position is perfect, just few minutes from Dashashwamedh ghat. The place is colorful and gives good homey vibes and the view on the rooftop is special. In the morning you can see from your window the line of people waiting to enter in the small temple nearby.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 11 April 2024
Thomas
AustriaIf you, as well as other people, keep extending your stay, it may have various reasons; but you surely like your guesthouse. If you, as well as other guests, start to spend more and more time in your accomodation rather than exploring the city or doing sightseeing have made the place your home. Lovely owner family.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 30 March 2024
Nitesh
IndiaLocation was excellent just behind Dashwamedha Ghat and nearby from Kashi Vishwanath Mandir. Amenities were good as well. Only thing is it's bang next to Varahi Devi temple which is open from 7.30 to 9.00 am and due to which people start gather around as early as 3.00 am onwards and block the lane, so we need to plan our day accordingly. Apart from this the care takers are just amazing people and will try to make your stay utmost comfortable.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 24 March 2024
Joan
United StatesIt's an old city, and an old guest house, rooms are dated but clean, shared a bathroom on every floor, doorways will try to decapitate you so duck! The place is charming, a rocks throw from everything you want to see, and the location is amazing with a great rooftopview. Hostesses are the kindest nicest people.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 22 March 2024
Antoine
FranceI had an amazing time in Shiva Lodge. The location is perfect, literally next to the ghats and the main temples, yet in a mostly quiet alley. The room was basic but clean and comfy, hot water was available at all times during my stay (always a luxury in India) and the view from the rooftop was stunning. Last but not least, the family running the place is adorable and makes you feel right at home, far from the scrum outside
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 20 March 2024
Anna
Hungaryonly one plug to charge electric devices, morning (4am) crowed noise around next door temple
hosts are very helpful and kind
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 19 March 2024
Jean
CanadaThe wifi in my room was not always good because my room was on the third floor and when people use to listen to a movie or chat online then it become slow .
The location is excellent and the place is old but nice , the staff are really there to help you with everything. The rooftop is a big plus specially in the morning when you can see the sunrise and perfect for doing your QiGong.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 15 March 2024
Caleb
United KingdomIf you are coming to Varanasi you simply must stay here. Incredible location, lovely owner and amazing rooftop view over the river. I even got to make chapatis one morning!
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 3 March 2024
Luca
United KingdomA little noisy in the morning from the temple but I slept through
Chai was very good.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 1 March 2024
Maria
DenmarkA little worn out; but hey it’s cheap.
Location location location. Very nice and helpful house ma’am.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 1 March 2024
Gonzalo
ArgentinaThe location is very good. Very close to the ghats which are the most beautiful part of Varanasi. The family that runs it is very loving. They will help you with anything you need. One of the best accommodations we stayed at in India. If we return to Varanasi, we would definitely go back.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 26 February 2024
Tino
SwitzerlandVery friendly and helpfull host. Nice view from terrace. Middle of oldtown. Right next to the gahts. Clean rooms.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 24 February 2024
Richard
United KingdomIt’s near a temple so the noise starts at 5am and doesn’t let up!
Great value! Lovely people. Basic but very good and a good hot shower!
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 22 February 2024
Stefano
ItalyThe guesthouse Is really nice, clean room and toilet, perfect position near the ghat and the Ganga and mostly a friendly stuff that help us a lot with everything, giving us suggestion and help. The rooftop Is fantastic with an Amazing view of the Ganga. The only things Is the temple on the side that Is a bit noisy, but onestly for us was not a problem but if someone have a light sleep can be a bit loud.. Anyway every place in Varanasi is caotic and loud..:) I really reccomend this guest house, see you soon
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 21 February 2024
Gigi
MaltaIt is not their fault but their is and old beautiful trmole connecting to shiva lodge and people are very noisy therr from around 5.30 in the morning so u will be most likely awake by 6am but it is alao the sunrise time beautiful to explore Varanasi
Very nice family running the place, very helpful peoole.The location is perfect 2 minutes from Ganges triver and 5 min from thr main Burning ghat.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 8 February 2024
Mritunjay
IndiaIt is next door to Maa Varahi temple . So it might be difficult to enter the lodge during the morning time.
I like the way host treat their customer. Especially her dog was very friendly and playful. overall a very good experience and a must recommended stay either you are traveling with family or solo.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 28 January 2024
Subham
IndiaIt’s clean, friendly, and near ghat.,, what all you want
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 27 January 2024
Raj
IndiaThe land lord is so helpful
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 23 January 2024
Phoebe
IndiaNothing
The hosts at this property are so lovely, helpful and welcoming. The rooms were really comfy and clean, the shower had hot water and there was an amazing balcony. Location was perfect.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 21 January 2024
Neelesh
IndiaI couldn't stay longer 😔
Room - small and serene. It made me feel the essence of how little we might need to be content. Facilities - common washrooms, all were clean and had everything u needed. Rooftop- perfect place to feel the warmth of the oldest city in the world. Owners/caretakers- enough stories for multiple cups of coffee/ tea. The building - when u have the foundation in a shaktipeeth temple, u can't ask for more.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 16 January 2024
Morgane
SwitzerlandThe family was very kind. The room is super nice and the guesthouse is well located just near the main ghat. The view from the top of the building is stuning !
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 9 January 2024
Maria
RussiaEverything was perfect
A perfect place to stay if you're in Varanasi, search no more! The ladies of the house are sweet and welcoming, the place is as clean as it could be, the ghats are just around the corner. We miss everyone there already and would recommend Shiva lidge to anyone👌
Stayed in December 2023
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