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Guleria Kothi

Property class: 4.5
4.5-star luxury hotel near Kashi Vishwanath Temple

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A historic building with ornate arches and columns, illuminated by warm lighting.
A multi-level building with ornate balconies and arched windows.
A luxurious lobby with a central fireplace, seating arrangements, and decorative lighting.
A rooftop terrace with seating areas, a staircase, and decorative arches.
A view from a room with a large window overlooking a body of water, a dock with boats, and a distant shoreline.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry
  • Room service

Explore the area

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Near Manikarnika Ghat, Garawasitola, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, 221001
  • Place, Kaal Bhairava Mandir
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Kashi Vishwanath Temple
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Dasaswamedh ghat
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, Varanasi (VNS-Lal Bahadur Shastri)
    ‪35 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Deluxe Room, River View

A hotel room with a large bed, a red and white patterned area rug, a wooden headboard, and a television mounted on the wall.

Deluxe Room, River View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • River view
  • 118 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

A hotel room with a bed, two bedside lamps, a nightstand with a phone and remote, a picture on the wall, and a window with curtains.

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • 120 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Varanasi

On river.Within a 15-minute walk of the hotel, you'll find Dasaswamedh ghat and Kaal Bhairava Mandir. Gyan Kupor Well and Vishalakshi Temple are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Kaal Bhairava Mandir - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Vishalakshi Temple - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Marnikanika Ghat - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Kashi Vishwanath Temple - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Dasaswamedh ghat - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Kashi Station - 11 min drive
  • Varanasi (VNS-Lal Bahadur Shastri) - 55 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪1916 restaurant - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Kashi Chat Bhandar - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Sri Annapurna - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Blue Lassi - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Guleria Kothi

4.5-star luxury hotel near Kashi Vishwanath Temple
There are 2 restaurants on site, along with a coffee shop/café. Public spaces have free WiFi. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. A rooftop terrace, a library, and concierge services are also featured at the luxury Guleria Kothi.

This 4.5-star Varanasi hotel is smoke free.

  • 15 guestrooms or units
  • 2 dining venues
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Library
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Coffee shop
Guleria Kothi offers 15 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and safes. Each accommodation is individually decorated. Beds feature memory foam mattresses. Refrigerators and coffee/tea makers are provided. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, bathrobes, slippers, and designer toiletries.

This Varanasi hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. LCD televisions come with cable channels. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and hair dryers. Hypo-allergenic bedding and irons/ironing boards can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle at scheduled times and on request for a surcharge
  • Free ferry terminal shuttle

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: INR 1,121 per person
  • 2 restaurants
  • A coffee shop/cafe

Things to do

  • Library

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Lever door handles
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Memory foam mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Bidet
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 19

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the ferry terminal and airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property on arrival, 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
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 Guleria Kothi

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

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 buffet breakfast: approximately INR 1121 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: INR 1950 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)

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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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. No onsite parking is available. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Guleria Kothi Hotel Varanasi
Guleria Kothi Hotel
Guleria Kothi Varanasi
Guleria Kothi Hotel
Guleria Kothi Varanasi
Guleria Kothi Hotel Varanasi

Frequently asked questions

How close is Guleria Kothi to the airport?

Guleria Kothi is 16.1 mi (55-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 Guleria Kothi?

As of Aug 18, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Guleria Kothi on Aug 20, 2026 start from $148, 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 Guleria Kothi have an airport shuttle?

Guleria Kothi offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, at scheduled times, for a charge of INR 1950 per vehicle, one-way.

Does Guleria Kothi offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Guleria Kothi, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of INR 1121 per person. It's available every day from 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Guleria Kothi?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Guleria Kothi?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Guleria Kothi?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does Guleria Kothi have a pool?

Guleria Kothi does not have a pool.

Does Guleria Kothi have a restaurant?

Yes, there are 2 restaurants on site.

Does Guleria Kothi have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Guleria Kothi to downtown Varanasi?

Guleria Kothi is 2.7 mi away from Varanasi.

Guleria Kothi Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 21 out of 45 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 45 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 45 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 45 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 45 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ruchi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay because ghats were close
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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2/10 Terrible

KAPIL

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Need to improve a lot on the restaurant front
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

abhishek

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was very pleasant and the staff was very polite.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gilberto

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent hotel in the heart of Varanasi. Walking distance to the main attractions Friendly workers, always courteous Fabulous view from its terraces. This hotel is the place to stay if you visit Varanasi.
View of the Ganges from the terrace.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gilberto

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent hotel in the heart of Varanasi. Walking distance to the main attractions Friendly workers, always courteous Fabulous view from its terraces. With reasonable prices, this hotel is the place to stay if you visit Varanasi.
View of the Ganges from the terrace.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location. Staff was helpful and friendly. Contact them on Whatsapp to arrange a car to and from airport to the ferry at Namo Ghat. Only issue was the breakfast was not super great. Rest of food was excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Claudia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful place. It’s far you either need a boat ride or a very long walk from the main avenue about 20 mins
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Rajiv

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Ok place high price
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

David

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Very dated property. Facilities and amenities are worn out; bathrooms basic, shoddy and moldy; open wires in the shower to the exhaust fan. Staff pleasant and reasonable food selection. Not accessible by car / taxi , only by boat from nearby Ghat. Location is only positive - directly next to the Ganges. Given that the price is relatively expensive by even Western standards it is frankly better to pay more for a first class facility.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Anthony

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

Horrible place to stay

For the price this place is absolutely horrible. I would advise people to stay elsewhere.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a beautiful hotel, the building having been built in the 1700s.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

JF

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
antique facility renovated inside, they welcome you with a present, and have small boat service during the day to take you to and out of the hotel in case you need it, you have to contact the hotel to let them know what time are you arriving then somebody will be waiting for you at the small port, we arrange our transportation from and to the airport with the hotel to avoid any miscomunication, so when the driver pick us up at the airport he contacted the hotel and they sent the boat to the port to wait for us, you'll have first hand view of the river, and really can feel what is to be in Varanassi, being here changed my life
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Grace

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

Overrated and filthy

I booked this hotel since it's the only hotel with 4 and 1/2 stars near to Ganges River. First of all, hotel is in the worst area to get to. I found out after they provide boat service to the hotel but it's in the area nobody knows how to get to by tuk tuk. I had to drag my luggage through cow dung and spit infested streets for 20 min in 102 degree heat to get to. When I arrive, the staff told me i could arrange the boat but not apologetic at all. Also the hotel is in filthy condition. Sheets are dirty. It's in the Ganges river where it's polluted 100 times more than Indian Government level and they don't spray Mosquitoes or clean the window. Every corner is sketchy. Breakfast is the worst food, fruit juices are from can or water down. It needs to strip away the 4 and 1/2 stars to like 3 max. Hotel is also near the cremation area, so don't be surprise you run into dead bodies ready to be burn on your morning walk. The worst and I regretted so much booking this hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel on the ghats . Approachable only by walk or by boat call the hotel and ask for a boat on the day of the check in ... or you will end up lugging your bags thru the narrow lanes and steps !! Pick up at rajghat is the best option . If you want to enjoy the Ganges, this is the place to be . It’s about 15 mts from the Kashi viswanath temple ... quite some steps to climb before you reach the narrow lanes and the main road Elderly people may find it tough , but this is the hotel you want to be to enjoy the Ganges
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2019
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel on the Ghat. You need to walk thru the narrow lanes of Varanasi to reach here . Ask for a boat pick up when you check in as it will be difficult to walk thru the lanes with your bags - Ram ghat is the closest ghat. Call the hotel and ask for the boat pick up at rajghaat The temple is 15 mts walk with quite a lot of steps to climb . So if you have elederly people with you , you may want consider the same The hotel staff is very friendly and open to accommodate any of your requirements . They provide boat for the Ganga arti and rides on the Ganges . The nearest hotel/eating joint is also 15 mts Walk . It’s a great property to stay when in Varanasi
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2019
Verified review

4/10 Poor

HEESUNG

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

냄새가 난다

고급호텔로 보여졌으나 시설대비 관리부족. 방안에서 소똥냄새가 심하게 나서 어디서 나는지 한참 찾았으나 탐색실패. 냄새나는 숙소. 꼭대기 레스토랑 식사 괜찮았음. 배투어 택시스탑까지 배이동 등 편리하게 이동가능.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Très bonne équipe accueillante. Nous avons demandé un changement de chambre car nous avions une petite chambre sans fenêtre et très bruyante (203! Veillez à ne pas l’avoir). Cela a été fait rapidement et la 402 nous a permis une vue sur la terrasse du palais et sur le Gange. Fabuleux ! L’endroit est vraiment beau, reposant et sur les ghats.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019
Verified review

6/10 Okay

joonhyeong

Disliked: Room comfort

Excellent location for the Ganges River.

The hotel is located just next to the river, and very easy to access cremation GHAT and sunrise tour of the Ganges. It is a little bit old building, but all the others are find.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice hotel close to the attractions of Varanasi. Nice hotel and good locations.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Adam

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

Stay here

Lovely hotel ideally located for exploring the ghats of Varanasi. Definitely recommended
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2019
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Accessing the hotel by road is a trouble, through narrow and dirty lanes. Though the hotel is an old heritage building right on Ganga ghat, the rooms are small. The hotel has poor services, for every request the 1st answer will be ‘NO’, for example we requested for a taxi to go to the airport 30 min before check out they didnt event try or offered an alternate, blankly refused on our face and there were many incidents like this in our 3 night stay. The hotel is overtly priced as compared to services and the product. Also the staffs attitude looks baised, they are keen in serving the forigen guests only. Will not recommend to anyone.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent location facing gange river and close to cremation ghat
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

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

Varanasi

Travelling with my son and Granddaughter and had an amazing stay at Guleria Kothi for two nights. We were able to arrange a walking tour, evening tour to the fire celebration and a early morning sunrise tour.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Amandine

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Nice place. Worst staff.

Guleria Kothi situation is fine to visit the city. But it is definitely not worth the price. To the manager : please get your staff trained. Day one they arranged to make us miss the boat to the ceremony. Day two : our room was not cleaned up. Day three : forgot to book the taxi so we almost missed our flight.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The location was very good. The internet was poor in some rooms. The hotel is OK.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018