Palace on steps

3.5-star hotel near Dasaswamedh ghat

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Kashi Suite | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, rollaway beds, free WiFi

1 bedroom, premium bedding, rollaway beds, free WiFi

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Rana Mahal Ghat, Banagali Tola, Near Godowlia, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, 221001

Place, Dasaswamedh ghat
‪3 min walk‬
Place, Kashi Vishwanath Temple
‪10 min walk‬
Place, Hanuman Ghat
‪17 min walk‬
Airport, Varanasi (VNS-Lal Bahadur Shastri)
‪35 min drive‬

Room options

Saptarishi Suites

150 sq ft
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed
Free WiFi

MILAAP SUITES

150 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed
Free WiFi

Budget Nomad Room

75 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed
Free WiFi

Trishul Rooms

Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed
Free WiFi

Ekaant Room

Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed
Free WiFi

Ekaant Suites

Sleeps 3
1 King Bed
Free WiFi

Milaap Room

Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed
Free WiFi

Solo Budget Room

Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed
Free WiFi

Ekaant Kashi

River view
50 sq ft
Sleeps 1
1 Twin Bed
Free WiFi

Kashi Suite

Sleeps 3
1 Queen Bed
Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Varanasi

In shopping district.At this hotel, you'll be steps from Dasaswamedh ghat and within a 10-minute walk of Kashi Vishwanath Temple. Assi Ghat and Durga Temple are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

Dasaswamedh ghat - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
Kashi Vishwanath Temple - 10 min walk - 0.5 miles
Harishchandra Ghat - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
Hanuman Ghat - 17 min walk - 1.0 mile
Assi Ghat - 5 min drive - 1.6 miles

Getting around

Kashi Station - 17 min drive
Varanasi (VNS-Lal Bahadur Shastri) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

‪Kashi Chat Bhandar - ‬10 min walk
‪dina chat bhandar - ‬16 min walk
‪1916 restaurant - ‬12 min walk
‪Phulwari Restaurant & Sami Cafe - ‬10 min walk
‪Baba Thandai - ‬11 min walk

About this property

Palace on steps

3.5-star hotel near Dasaswamedh ghat

Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. Free breakfast is served daily. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. There's an onsite business center. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. A rooftop terrace, tour/ticket assistance, and coffee/tea in a common area are also featured at Palace on steps. For a fee, parking is available.

28 guestrooms or units

2 levels

To-go breakfast (free)

Terrace on the roof

Conference center

Business facilities

Coffee in lobby

Dry cleaning

Self-service laundry

Front desk (24 hours)

Express check-in

Storage area for luggage

Tour and ticket information

Newspapers in lobby (free)

Television in lobby

Onsite shopping

Bellhop

Dining venue

Palace on steps offers 28 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary toiletries and ceiling fans. Beds feature premium bedding. LED televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include showers. This Varanasi hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered daily and hair dryers can be requested.

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Free WiFi
Restaurant
Laundry
Room service

$29 nightly

May 31 - Jun 1

Total with taxes and fees

Property amenities

Family friendly

Laundry facilities
Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle at scheduled times and on request for a surcharge
Self parking on site (INR 393 per night)

Food and drink

Free on-the-go breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM
A coffee shop/cafe
A restaurant
Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

Shopping
TV in common areas

Accessibility

No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

LED TV with cable channels

Bedroom

Premium bedding
Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

Free toiletries
Hair dryer (on request)
Private bathroom
Shower
Towels provided

Food and drink

24-hour room service

Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1 PM; Check-in end time: noon

Late check-in subject to availability

Express check-in available

Minimum check-in age: 15

Check-out

Check-out before 11:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

If you are planning to arrive after 3 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

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; travelers who are not citizens of India must present a valid passport and visa.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets and service animals are not allowed at Palace on steps

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome.

Rollaway/extra beds are available for INR 1000.0 per night.

Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

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Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

Christmas Day (December 25) Gala Dinner per adult: INR 1000
Christmas Day (December 25) Gala Dinner per child: INR 500 (from 5 to 18 years old)
Gala Dinner on May 31 per adult: INR 1000
Gala Dinner on May 31 per child: INR 500 (from 5 to 18 years old)

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

Airport shuttle fee: INR 1000 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)
Self parking fee: INR 393 per night
Rollaway bed fee: INR 1000.0 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

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit

Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

We should mention

Reservations are needed for spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Palace on steps to the airport?

Palace on steps is 15.8 mi (25-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 Palace on steps?

As of May 22, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Palace on steps on Jun 11, 2026 start from $27, 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 Palace on steps have an airport shuttle?

Palace on steps offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, at scheduled times, for a charge of INR 1000 per vehicle, one-way.

Does Palace on steps offer free breakfast?

Palace on steps offers free on-the-go breakfast every day from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Palace on steps?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Palace on steps?

Check-in start time: 1 PM; Check-in end time: noon.

Is there free parking at Palace on steps?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for INR 393 per night.

Does Palace on steps have a pool?

Palace on steps does not have a pool.

Does Palace on steps have a restaurant?

Palace on steps is home to Sunrise Restaurant, which features Indian cuisine, happy hour, and brunch.

Does Palace on steps have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Palace on steps to downtown Varanasi?

Palace on steps is 2.4 mi away from Varanasi.

Palace on steps Reviews

6.8

6.4/10

Cleanliness

7.2/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10 Excellent

devesh

Oct 13, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Good place to stay

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

DAVID

Traveled with group

Dec 8, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

My experiences in Varanasi have always been remarkable, but my latest stay at the Palace on the Steps truly stands out as an unforgettable stay. This gem of a Haveli nestled near the main Ghat along the sacred Ganges, offers more than just a place to stay; it is a gateway to spiritual awakening. Waking up to the serene sunrise over the holy waters from my room's balcony was a daily blessing, infusing each morning with tranquility and awe. The heart of the Palace on the Steps lies in its impeccable management and staff. Their efficiency, attentiveness, and warmth created an environment of comfort and ease. Ajay, the ever-ready and eager manager, exemplified hospitality, swiftly addressing any concerns with a personal touch. The culinary delights at the Palace on the Steps restaurant were another highlight of my stay. Dining at the rooftop restaurant became a cherished ritual, with each meal a delightful exploration of flavors. Additionally, the prompt and thorough laundry service added a layer of convenience to my experience. Housekeeping kept my room very clean and tidy throughout my stay. Plenty of water, toiletries, and making sure everything was in its place further made me feel welcome.

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

2/10 Terrible

Panneerselvam

Jun 26, 2023

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A big disappointment of stay..

Please check the rooms before checking in.. and paying the rooms..i have been given a room in the terrace and it is really not worth for the charges paid..

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Sheila

Traveled with group

Feb 9, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

LOCATION LOCATION LOCATION

Great location right on The Steps within walking distance to the Aarti Ganga although the owner will arrange a boat ride. Actually he will arrange anything you’d like.

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Renate, Santa Cruz

Traveled with group

Oct 22, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Prime location in the center of the Ghat Road right on Ganga. Ekant Kashi room is small but lovely with balcony overlooking the river. Rising sun shines right into the bed. Clean and wonderful service. Access to hotel by walking only, like many others in this area.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Jan 19, 2020

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020

8/10 Good

Russell

Traveled with family

Dec 11, 2019

Liked: Staff & service

Heart of City

Location, location, location. Located on Ganges at Ghats. Hotel arranged transportation to and from airport. Hotel is a little worn but comfortable. Would stay here again.

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019

8/10 Good

Sumantra

Traveled with partner

Sep 13, 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Besdide the river. About 500 m walking distance from the main road. No other vehicles can go in these lane. Though hotel staff can cooperate in bringing the luggage.

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019

8/10 Good

Judith

Mar 16, 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Adventure on the Ganges

With Palace on Steps, it’s all about the location. Yoy will be right in the Ganges. You must accept that you are in a holy city with a lot of poverty but also a lot of soul. The people are so warm, wonderful and helpful but staying there presents many challenges. It is not for everyone. Walking back and forth to the “ main” road is treacherous and the steps down to the river are flat out dangerous. Having said that, I am in my 60s and this was one of the most memorable weeks of my life. The little restaurant has simple but good food, AND they serve beer:) I am now in a very fancy 5 Star Hotel in Delhi but I miss Palace on Steps. The little streets are not clean but I miss the cows, monkeys, parrots and the fabulous little shops in the ghats. Palace is not for everyone but if you have a sense of adventure, stay there. Ricky and others were amazingly hospitable. The Ganges will flow into your heart!!!!!

Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2019

8/10 Good

Marta, Seattle, US

Traveled with group, Business traveler

Feb 25, 2019

Liked: Staff & service

The location is great. Not only it takes about 2 minutes to get to the river, the property has a great terrace to relax, have dinner or drinks and watch the river and activity on the ghats. Some of the rooms have river view as well. The location could not be better. The staff is very helpful, ready to assist with information and schedule activities. We booked a sunrise boat ride and a full day walking tour and both were amazing. Now for the not so great. If you're expecting a Western style level of amenities, you will not find it here, so it depends on your expectations. The rooms have showers but Indian style, which means no cabin or curtain. There is always hot water and there is an overhead shower (which is not always the case in India). If you can deal with that, I highly recommend this hotel.

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Feb 9, 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

First, the reception is very friendly. The hotel, which dates from 1665 and is in a palace facing the Ganges. The best room is probably nr 305. Breakfast is fine (corn flakes, toasts, fruits, boiled eggs and the usual Indian warm dishes). The view on the river is excellent. To access the hotel (which also bears the name Elena), you can climg the stairs from south of Munshi Ghat either direction Shiva Hotel then you turn right or direction Elena Hotel then you turn left. From the city, it's longer and more complex. Take a compass and head East from a point named Lahiri Mahasaya Samadhi. It's a small lane where only pedestrians, bikes - and sacred cows - can enter. It's about 150-200m. Follow Shiva, Elena or Palace on Steps signs. Near the hotel, you'll cross an alley with a few "Western" restaurants and tourist stores. Thrre's even a cake shop in the same street, which runs N-S parallel to the river. There are monkeys that play on the hotel terraces and in a big tree (the tree is a useful landmark from the ghat). In short, a good hotel with a great view and fine service.

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Jan 6, 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner

Dec 23, 2018

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Super staff! They helped us by showing around the pathways and shops to taking us to a very good physician nearby. Very friendly and accommodating to our needs. Place is well located on the ghats, simple, clean. Great river views. Breakfast also good.

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2018

6/10 Okay

Subir, Kolkata

Oct 5, 2017

Liked: Staff & service

Great river view

Strongest point is it's location. Not good for elderly because it's 1 km walk from main road and a steep climb of 50 steps from ghat. Food is good. Staff very helpful. AC and electricity is terribly bad. Frequent disruption of AC expected. View from rooms is great.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2017

10/10 Excellent

marian

May 15, 2017

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Recommend for its location.

Fabulous old building overlooking the Ganges. We were given the two best rooms as hotel was quiet. Amazing views & location. Rooms & bathroom quite tired, but if improved the hotel would be much more expensive. Staff very helpful. Food fantastic & served in a prime spot overlooking the Ganges. Network of narrow lanes to get to the hotel from the main road. Help given to carry our bags to the hotel avoiding motorbikes & the odd cow on the way.

8/10 Good

YS, Seoul. Korea.

Mar 25, 2017

Liked: Staff & service

Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Very good to see The Ghat and Ganges River.

Perfect location to take a look and get to the Ghat and River. People are very kind and helpful. Hot shower and A/C are available. River viewing room has many flying bugs and a monkey got into my room through open door to Balcony and take my foods. hahaha. Have fun with bugs gecko rizard and monkey!!! One big problem was my big baggage could not be trolled myself coz too long, narrow and dirty corridor from the circle.

8/10 Good

KARUNAKARAN

Feb 23, 2017

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great location / Great staff

Palace on Steps is right on the Ganges at the heart of action in Varanasi. Hotels in this region can't be accessed by vehicle and therefore it is vital to pre-book an airport pick up via the hotel. The reception staff are fantastic and try their hardest to make our stay as comfortable as possible and to help arrange tours locally. The Maharajah suite is awesome with fantastic views over the Ganges. The roof top restaurant is fairly priced with a decent menu selection

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Oct 24, 2015

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

The people there were very helpfull, the location was good, quiet and close to the Gange.

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Oct 31, 2014

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Interesting experience

Let's be clear, this place is definitely not a palace. It is a set of concrete rooms. We booked and received what was, absolutely, a basic room. Very basic in fact. Shabby with small beds and a small attached shower / wc room. The floor was spotless to be fair and had been disinfected just before we got there. But the paintwork in the room needed cleaning. The bathroom mould needed a ton of bleach. The room was bland and had no proper window as it was an internal room. I imagine some of the rooms are better and have great views as the establishment is literally on the bank of the Ganges. This is it's strongest point. It is in a great location. Easy to get anywhere in town or on the river on foot in a couple of minutes. Dreamlike architecture nearby. A little haunting actually. The guys that work there are friendly. We found one of them, Deepak I think, particularly nice. There is a rooftop canteen surrounded by a cage to keep the monkeys out. One disturbing thing is that access to the area from the river end of town is up a very steep set of stairs which is covered and also unlit. In the daytime it is simply dark and people sleep on the steps. At night it is black and full of dogs

2/10 Terrible

jayant, lucknow

Oct 17, 2014

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Worst hotel stay

Bad complementary food. Standard rooms are worst. Only plus point is location nothing else. Bad experience.

6/10 Okay

Steve, England

Jun 24, 2014

Liked: Staff & service

Disliked: Cleanliness

Fantastic view from my room

If you have a room overlooking the river then this a place well worth staying

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Mar 8, 2014

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service

2/10 Terrible

Shyam, New Delhi

Mar 3, 2014

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Proximity to Ghats : 10/10, Cleanliness : 0/10

While the hotel is "Just On the Ghats" and great from a locational perspective, everything else is terrible : a) Access : You need to walk with your luggage for at least 15 minutes b) Cleanliness : I stayed for 2 nights, they never cleaned the room during my stay, despite repeated reminders; I received similar feedback from other inmates ( both Indian and International guests ) c) Restaurant : The food is good, but the place is infested with stray monkeys. Added to this are the pet dog and its puppy - while they are cute, looks like they are not fed, so they come and pull your plate of food when you are eating. Overall, a horrible place to stay. Never Go there !

4/10 Poor

shubham, Mumbai

Feb 27, 2014

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

shoddy beds, few rude staff

Location: great because it's on riverside. Terrible because you have to walk at least 1.5 km through narrow confusing and hopelessly dirty lanes to reach there as no transport is allowed. Service : Some staff were rude. Most of them were illiterate villagers.Esp rude to East Asian foreigners. Food quality was pathetic as the kitchen staff were not at all trained. Kitchen was very dirty. I didn't feel like eating out of the plates and glasses they served in. YET, I can say that the city that Varanasi is, this hotel would still qualify as a better one.

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Feb 9, 2014

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

great location with the surprises .

On side upgrading procedure for view only. Not Expidia prices. Spiders or lizard living with you. make pick what you like. Equipment in terrible shape, heater ( was cold at night) fall apart no always hot or cold water. Dirty towels, no soup or shampoo. You have to ask for everything. Yes, great view if you upgrade nothing else.

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Palace on steps Reviews

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6.4/10

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6.0/10

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

devesh

devesh

10/10 Excellent

DAVID

DAVID

2/10 Terrible

Panneerselvam

A big disappointment of stay..

Panneerselvam