City center stay.Within a 15-minute walk of the hotel, you'll find Sankat Mochan Hanuman Temple and Sant Ravidas Ghat. Hanuman Ghat and Harishchandra Ghat are also within 2 miles (3 km).
What's nearby
Durga Temple - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
Assi Ghat - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
Sant Ravidas Ghat - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
Sankat Mochan Hanuman Temple - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
Hanuman Ghat - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
Getting around
Chaukhandi Station - 21 min drive
Varanasi (VNS-Lal Bahadur Shastri) - 63 min drive
Restaurants
Grey Bean Cafe - 1 min walk
Chachi Kachori - 8 min walk
Aman Restaurant - 16 min walk
Pizzeria Vaatika Café - 5 min walk
Flavours Cafe - 8 min walk
About this property
Ira Retreat Varanasi
3-star hotel near Sankat Mochan Hanuman Temple
As a guest of Ira Retreat Varanasi, you'll find spa services, a vending machine, and tour/ticket assistance. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Ira Retreat Varanasi also features concierge services, complimentary newspapers in the lobby, and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available.
This 3-star Varanasi hotel is smoke free.
12 guestrooms or units
Breakfast available (surcharge)
Dry cleaning
Self-service laundry
Front desk (24 hours)
Storage area for luggage
Front-desk safe
Tour and ticket information
Concierge
Newspapers in lobby (free)
No smoking on site
Lockers available
Ira Retreat Varanasi offers 12 shared accommodations, which are air-conditioned, accessible via exterior corridors, and feature fireplaces and DVD players. Rooms open to furnished balconies. Accommodations are furnished with sofa beds, desk chairs, and dining tables. Select Comfort beds feature down comforters and premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. 55-inch Smart televisions come with premium satellite channels, first-run movies, and pay movies.
Bathrooms include bathrobes, slippers, designer toiletries, and bidets. This Varanasi hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 25+ Mbps. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers.
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages, and Swedish massages.
24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle at scheduled times and on request for a surcharge
Free uncovered self parking on site
Food and drink
Local cuisine breakfast available for a fee 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekdays and 8:30 AM to 10:30 AM on weekends; INR 300 for adults and INR 300 for children
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Accessible airport shuttle
Assistive listening devices
Assistive listening devices in meeting rooms
Ceiling hoist
Doorbell and phone notification
Fixed shower seat
Lever door handles
Magnifying mirror
No elevator
Phone accessibility kit
Sign language-capable staff
Stair-free path to entrance
Tile flooring in room
Visual doorbell notification
Visual fire alarm
Wheelchairs on site
Room amenities
Entertainment
55-inch smart TV with premium satellite channels
DVD player
DVR
First-run movies
Hulu
MP3 dock
Netflix
Pay movies
Streaming services
Bedroom
Crib (surcharge)
Down comforter
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Select Comfort mattress
Sofa bed
Bathroom
Bathrobes
Bidet
Designer toiletries
Hair dryer (on request)
Heated bathroom floor
Private bathroom
Shampoo
Slippers
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
Dining table
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
More
Access via exterior corridors
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Desk chair
Fireplace
Heated floor
Laptop workspace
Shared accommodations
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets and service animals are not allowed at Ira Retreat Varanasi
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Cribs (infant beds) are available for INR 1000 per night.
Property payment types
Important information
Optional extras
The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.
Fee for local cuisine breakfast: approximately INR 300 for adults and INR 300 for children
Airport shuttle fee: INR 1200 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)
Airport shuttle fee per child: INR 800 (one-way), (up to 3 years old)
Crib (infant bed) fee: INR 1000 per night
This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.
We should mention
Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.
Frequently asked questions
How close is Ira Retreat Varanasi to the airport?
Ira Retreat Varanasi is 16.8 mi (63-min drive) away from the Varanasi (VNS-Lal Bahadur Shastri) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.
How much does it cost to stay at Ira Retreat Varanasi?
As of Mar 30, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Ira Retreat Varanasi on Mar 31, 2026 start from $33, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Does Ira Retreat Varanasi have an airport shuttle?
Ira Retreat Varanasi offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, at scheduled times, for a charge of INR 1200 per vehicle, one-way.
Does Ira Retreat Varanasi offer free breakfast?
Free breakfast isn’t provided at Ira Retreat Varanasi, but local cuisine breakfast is offered for a fee of INR 300 for adults and INR 300 for children. It's available on weekdays from 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM and weekends from 8:30 AM to 10:30 AM.
Is there a casino at Ira Retreat Varanasi?
No, there is no casino at this hotel.
What time is check-in at Ira Retreat Varanasi?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.
Is there free parking at Ira Retreat Varanasi?
This hotel offers free self parking.
Does Ira Retreat Varanasi have a pool?
Ira Retreat Varanasi does not have a pool.
Does Ira Retreat Varanasi have a spa?
This hotel doesn't have a spa, but it does offer massages.
How close is Ira Retreat Varanasi to downtown Varanasi?
Ira Retreat Varanasi is 2.8 mi away from Varanasi.
Ira Retreat Varanasi Reviews
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Cleanliness
3.0/10
Staff & service
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8/10 Good
Raffaele
Jan 17, 2026
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
La camera spaziosa , ma la doccia non funzionabile, con secchio.
Raffaele
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
8/10 Good
Raffaele
Jan 15, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Disliked: Staff & service
Camera grande , io ho avuto quella col balcone sulla strada, unico problema la reception fa schifo, ragazze che non capiscono niente. Reception zero fate attenzione,, perché se avete un problema