Palace on steps

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Ekaant Suites | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, rollaway beds, free WiFi

A room with a bed, a small table, and a bench. There are three windows providing a view of a body of water.

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

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Breakfast included
Free WiFi
Restaurant
Air conditioning
Parking available
Business services

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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

Palace on steps places you next to Dasaswamedh ghat and within a 10-minute stroll of other popular attractions like Kashi Vishwanath Temple. This 3.5-star hotel has 28 rooms and welcomes guests with free breakfast, free in-room WiFi, and a rooftop terrace.

What's nearby

Dasaswamedh ghat - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
Vishalakshi Temple - 8 min walk - 0.5 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

Getting around

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

Restaurants

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

About this property

Palace on steps

Guests of Palace on steps enjoy a rooftop terrace, free WiFi in public areas, and a conference center. If you drive, self parking is INR 393 per night, or you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for INR 1000 per vehicle one-way. The front desk is staffed 24/7 to help with tours or tickets, dry cleaning/laundry, and luggage storage. Additional amenities include a business center, coffee/tea in a common area, and a computer station.

Guests can expect free WiFi and LED TVs with cable channels. Beds sport premium bedding and bathrooms offer free toiletries. Ceiling fans and phones are other standard amenities.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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$34 nightly

Aug 3 - Aug 4

Total with taxes and fees

Property amenities

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

Restaurants on site

Sunrise Restaurant

Things to do

Shopping
TV in common areas

Family friendly

Laundry facilities
Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

24-hour front desk
Free newspapers in lobby
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage

Guest services

Dry cleaning/laundry service
Housekeeping (daily)
Porter/bellhop
Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

Business center
Computer station
Conference center

Outdoors

On a river
Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

No elevator

2 floors
Reception hall

Room amenities

Bedroom

Premium bedding
Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

LED TV with cable channels

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

This property doesn't allow pets or service animals

Children and extra beds

Rollaway/extra beds are available for INR 1000.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these 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)

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

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 list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

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

Check-in: 1 PM
Check-out: 11:30 AM
Minimum check-in age: 15

The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking in is easy with express services. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available 24 hours). Driving? This property offers parking (fees apply).

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
This property accepts credit cards.
Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

Reservations need to be made in advance for spa treatments. Contact the hotel at the phone number listed on your booking confirmation.
Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
There are no elevators.
No cribs or infant beds are available.

Property is also known as

Palace Step

Palace Step Hotel

Palace Step Hotel Varanasi

Palace Step Varanasi

Palace On Steps Hotel Varanasi

Palace On Stepss Varanasi

Palace steps Hotel Varanasi

Palace steps Hotel

Palace steps Varanasi

Palace steps

Palace On Step

Palace on steps Hotel

Palace on steps Varanasi

Palace on steps Hotel Varanasi

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Palace on steps?

Palace on steps offers free cancellation on some room rates. For additional details, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Palace on steps?

As of Jul 4, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Palace on steps on Jul 5, 2026 start from $45, 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.

What is there to do near Palace on steps?

This hotel in Varanasi is within a 10-minute walk of Kashi Vishwanath Temple and Dasaswamedh ghat. You'll also find Hanuman Ghat and Harishchandra Ghat less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at Palace on steps?

Yes, parking is offered for INR 393 per night.

Does Palace on steps have a casino on the premises?

No, Palace on steps doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Palace on steps?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is Palace on steps a good place to stay for couples?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this riverfront hotel include 24-hour room service and premium bedding in each guestroom, and some feature river views.

Does Palace on steps have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Palace on steps have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Palace on steps serves free on-the-go breakfast at Sunrise Restaurant each morning.

Will Palace on steps allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets and service animals aren't allowed at Palace on steps.

Does Palace on steps have connecting rooms available?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from Palace on steps?

The closest major airport to Palace on steps is Varanasi (VNS-Lal Bahadur Shastri), which is 15.8 mi away (25 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Palace on steps?

No, there aren't any guestrooms at Palace on steps that offer a balcony.

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

Verified

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

Verified

8/10 Good

Sheila

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

Verified

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

Verified

10/10 Excellent

DAVID

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

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Renate

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

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Jan 22, 2020

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

The service was outstanding. All of the staff couldn't have been more helpful. Definitely a unique hotel and and perfect right next to the water.

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020

Verified

8/10 Good

Russell

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

Verified

8/10 Good

Sumantra

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

Verified

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

Verified

10/10 Excellent

MURIEL

Mar 9, 2019

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

Vue magnifique sur le Gange de la chambre

Une localisation parfaite. Accès direct sur les Chats. Idéal pour admirer le Gange et son environnement. Très proche du centre. Les chambres avec balcon permettent d'avoir une vue incroyable. Terrasse sur le toit protégée des singes! Attention les Rickshaw be peuvent pas aller jusqu'à l'hôtel. Les employés sont très disponibles.

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2019

Verified

8/10 Good

Marta

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

Verified

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

Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Feb 3, 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Riverside means dogs barking But river view room and restaurant is strong reason to stay 3-day-staying varanasi is very comfortable Except for poor hot shower

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2019

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Jan 12, 2019

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

주요 가트에서 매우 가까운 위치에 자리해서 관광하는데 있어서 굉장히 큰 이점이 있습니다 또한 한국분들은 본 호텔 주변으로 보편적으로 이용하시는 철수카페, 선재카페 등이 위치하고 있으니 참고하시면 좋을 듯 합니다 루프탑 레스토랑 또한 훌륭합니다 온수 등 전반적인 시설 이용 또한 불편함이 없었으며 직원들 또한 친절합니다 허나 일부 예민하신 분들은 객실 상태에 따라 조금 불편함을 느낄 수도 있겠으나 큰 문제는 느끼지 못 했습니다

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Verified

4/10 Poor

nayoung

Dec 20, 2017

Liked: Property conditions & facilities

Disliked: Room comfort

갠지즈강

강변바로옆에 위치해있어서 전망은 좋았는데 골목에서 찾아가기는 어디든 강변이면 모두 찾기어려울듯합니다. 오토릭샤에서 내려서 맵스미로 약15분정도 걸어가야 찾을수있읍니다. 철수네분식점에서 가까워서 철수네집에서 한식을 먹었습니다. 보트투어시 아주 좋은위치였지만 전망빼고는 그주변은 다 그렇듯이 상태는 그닥 좋지않습니다.

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2017

Verified

6/10 Okay

Subir

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

Verified

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.

Verified

2/10 Terrible

Lala

Apr 7, 2017

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

Not worth paying the room charge. 宿泊費の値全くなし

I paid the most expensive charge for the room during the trip in India. Because the pictures of the site were so beautiful. But the room was totally different, filthy, an electric outlet was high on a wall and broken, I had to go to the restaurant room to charge in the middle of the night. The only good thing was a location. サイトの写真に騙されました。インドの旅行で一番高い部屋でしたが、部屋は汚い、高くてもエアコンもない、電源は壁の高いところにあり、どうやって充電できるのと言った感じで、しかも壊れている。直してと頼んでも直ってなくレストランで充電。最悪な宿でした。

Verified

8/10 Good

YS

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.

Verified

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

Verified

8/10 Good

Kensuke

Jan 6, 2017

Disliked: Staff & service

ホテルはガンジス川にそってあります。川側の部屋ですと眺めが最高に素晴らしいと思います。しかし、ホテルの場所は自動車、リキシャなど通れる道には面しておりません。ホテルを見つけるのは初めての人にはまず不可能です。ホテルに迎えに来てもらうことを強く勧めます。

Verified

6/10 Okay

Volker

Nov 9, 2016

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Individuelles Hotel mit grosser Preisspanne

Palace on the Step liegt direkt an den Ghats. Die Aussicht auf Ganges und Ufer ist großartig, allerdings nur für Zimmer mit Fenster zum Fluss. Mein Zimmer war sauber Dank Guti. Strom fällt gelegentlich aus (ganzes Viertel). Bis zum Haupt-Ghat und Aarties sind es nur wenige Schritte. Erreichbar ist das Hotel nur zu Fuss. 5 Minuten von der Straße. Hotel hilft mit "Führer", der auch Gepäck trägt. Personal ist sehr freundlich und hilfsbereit, Dachrestaurant serviert gutes Essen zu günstigen Preisen. Restaurant auf der Dachterasse ist zweigeteilt, entweder geschüzter "Käfig" oder im Freien mit Möglichkeit der Bekanntschaft mit Affen. Personal hilft auch hier. (Gilt für alle Unterkünfte an der gesamten Ghat-Front).

Verified

8/10 Good

Steffen

Apr 6, 2016

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Helt klart den bedste placering i byen.

Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Apr 6, 2016

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

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Palace on steps Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

devesh

devesh

8/10 Good