Located on its own ghat, BrijRama Palace – A Heritage Hotel was built in the 18th Century and is considered as one of the oldest structures in Varanasi. Overlooking the Ganges, the property is a stone’s throw away from the popular Dasashwamedh Ghat. It offers 2 dining options and a rooftop terrace. Complimentary boat check in/check out is provided (except monsoons). Every room at this hotel is air conditioned and is equipped with a flat-screen TV. Every room comes with a private bathroom fitted with a shower. For your comfort, you will find slippers, free toiletries and a hair dryer. Hi-tea, yoga sessions and bottled water are complimentary. You will find a 24-hour front desk at the property. The dry cleaning, ironing service and laundry facilities are available at a surcharge. Room service is available. Live classical music can be enjoyed at the Bada Aangan. Ahilhya features traditional, rich Banarasi Silk, Ayurvedic cosmetics and religious mementos for gifting. Beautiful views can be enjoyed from The Kamalya Terrace. Guided tour of Sarnath and Ramnagar Fort is available at an extra cost. Mangla Aarti tickets can be arranged at an additional cost. Dining options include Darbhanga that serves a selection of International vegetarian delights. Kedar Ghat is 2297 feet from BrijRama Palace while the Kashi Vishwanath Temple is 1312 feet. The Nepali Temple is 0.6 mi and the Sankat Mochan Temple is 2.8 mi. Due to the location on the Ghats and proximity to the holy river Ganga, we don’t serve non-vegetarian food & alcoholic beverages.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Located in the best-rated area in Varanasi, this hotel has an excellent location score of 9.6

Want a great night's sleep? This hotel was highly-rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast Info

Vegetarian, Buffet


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 queen bed
1 queen bed
1 queen bed
1 full bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.5
Facilities
9.1
Cleanliness
9.3
Comfort
9.4
Value for money
8.0
Location
9.6
Free Wifi
7.7
High score for Varanasi
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Prabhakar
    United States of America United States of America
    The location and ambience of the property are exceptional. Seeing the Ganges so close is a blessing, and the serenity of the place adds to your spiritual experience.
  • Li
    Canada Canada
    The hotel is right at Ganges river. The service is excellent. I can easily communicate with the hotel through WhatsApp. They answered all my requests without any delay. We had great experience at Varanasi because BrijRama Palace hotel.
  • Hasmitha
    India India
    It was beautiful any place your eyes looked. The staff there were extremely helpful. Went over and beyond for anything we wanted. It's an experience staying at this place. Will recommend this to all my friends and family.
  • Sushmitha
    United Arab Emirates United Arab Emirates
    The property had its own charm of living in a palace which is situated on the banks of Ganges
  • Aleida
    United States of America United States of America
    The palace is absolutely stunning. Well maintained and the staff were always friendly and welcoming. Absolutely love the slow morning listening to the sound of the flute. Amazing!!! The hotel is amazing.
  • Khyati
    Hong Kong Hong Kong
    The location is simply amazing , albeit be prepared to climb a few stairs to the entrance of the hotel ! Staff is very courteous and helpful at all times and the boat pick up and drop provided is super convenient. Food is delicious too and the...
  • Johri
    United States of America United States of America
    Loved the experience of staying in this hidden gem on the banks of the sacred river in the oldest city
  • Damian
    Colombia Colombia
    Amazing property. Not simply luxurious but extremely sofisticated and beautiful.
  • Linda
    United States of America United States of America
    The ambiance of the restored palace and the location made the stay very special. Excellent service, every staff member helpful and kind. The combination of the surroundings and the professional staff is what makes the stay exceptional. Enjoyed...
  • Seema
    United States of America United States of America
    Awesome location and great staff ready to help and accommodate our requests

Property questions and answers
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The property usually replies within a few days

  • There is a suite with 2 queen beds & view to the Ganges/ gates? Or maybe a king bed instead? Price please 🙏🏻

    please help us with dates of your stay.
    Answered on 9 April 2020
  • May I know all rooms have view of holy Ganges river??

    We have three Maharaja Suite and one Varuna Burj room which has. Rest other rooms are old city view room.
    Answered on 16 March 2023
  • Is there mosquito or any other bug issue since it is by water?

    Pranam, No there is no such issue inside the Palace.
    Answered on 30 November 2022
  • I am a senior citizen aged 78 years. Can I make a reservation and stay at your hotel for three nights.

    Pranam Sir, Yes you can, we hope you don't have any challenge in climbing steps at Ghat. If yes, then alternatively we can bring you via by lanes of D..
    Answered on 30 November 2022
  • hi does the hotel have a private lift to the ghats?

    Yes, we have a private lift from hotel lobby level to ghat.
    Answered on 16 March 2023
  • is there a provision to accommodate a driver on the premises

    Pranam, We don't have driver's accommodation. but there are Guest Houses near by on reasonable prices from Rs.500 to Rs.2000
    Answered on 30 November 2022
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Hotel area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • Darbhanga
    • Cuisine
      Chinese • Indian • Italian
    • Ambience
      Family-friendly • Traditional
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian

Amenities of BrijRama Palace, Varanasi - By the Ganges
Great facilities! Review score, 9.1

Most popular amenities
  • Free Wifi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Family rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Spa
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Slippers
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer
  • Bathtub
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Live music/Performance
  • Tour or class about local culture
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Evening entertainment
  • Entertainment staff
Living Area
  • Sitting area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Satellite channels
  • Telephone
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Fruit
  • Kids' meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Minibar
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
Wifi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
No parking available.
Front Desk Services
  • Concierge
  • Baggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • Currency exchange
  • Express check-in/out
  • 24-hour front desk
Cleaning Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Suit press
    Additional charge
  • Ironing service
  • Dry cleaning
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Business Facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key card access
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safe
General
  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Wake-up service
  • Tile/Marble floor
  • Heating
  • Soundproof
  • Car rental
  • Packed lunches
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Elevator
  • Fan
  • Family rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Suit press
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Wake-up service/Alarm clock
  • Room service
Spa
  • Personal trainer
  • Fitness classes
  • Yoga classes
  • Fitness
  • Full-body massage
  • Hand massage
  • Head massage
  • Couples' massage
  • Foot massage
  • Neck massage
  • Back massage
  • Spa/Wellness packages
  • Spa lounge/Relaxation area
  • Steam room
  • Spa facilities
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
  • Massage
    Additional charge
  • Spa
    Additional charge
  • Fitness center
Languages Spoken
  • English
  • Hindi

House rules
BrijRama Palace, Varanasi - By the Ganges takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in
From 2:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
Until 12:00 PM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancelation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 18 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 16 years
Extra bed upon request
Rs. 7,000 per child, per night

Prices for extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

There are no cribs available at this property.

All extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
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The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Stays over 24th December and 31st December include celebratory nonalcoholic gala dinner along with live entertainment.

Please note that the property is not easily accessible for senior citizens and differently abled guests.

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform BrijRama Palace, Varanasi - By the Ganges of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

FAQs about BrijRama Palace, Varanasi - By the Ganges

  • BrijRama Palace, Varanasi - By the Ganges has 1 restaurant:

    • Darbhanga

  • BrijRama Palace, Varanasi - By the Ganges is 2.1 miles from the center of Varanasi. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Guests staying at BrijRama Palace, Varanasi - By the Ganges can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 7.3).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Vegetarian
    • Buffet

  • The prices at BrijRama Palace, Varanasi - By the Ganges may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Check-in at BrijRama Palace, Varanasi - By the Ganges is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 12:00 PM.

  • BrijRama Palace, Varanasi - By the Ganges offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Spa
    • Fitness center
    • Massage
    • Evening entertainment
    • Tour or class about local culture
    • Fitness classes
    • Personal trainer
    • Fitness
    • Live music/Performance
    • Spa facilities
    • Walking tours
    • Yoga classes
    • Steam room
    • Spa lounge/Relaxation area
    • Spa/Wellness packages
    • Back massage
    • Neck massage
    • Foot massage
    • Couples' massage
    • Head massage
    • Hand massage
    • Full-body massage
    • Entertainment staff

  • Room options at BrijRama Palace, Varanasi - By the Ganges include:

    • Double
    • Suite