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The India Benares

3.5 star property
Hotel in Varanasi with free breakfast and free valet parking

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Restaurant
Restaurant
Front of property
Reception

Reviews

6.8 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Bar
  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Room service
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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59 Patel Nagar, Cantt Varanasi, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, 221002
  • Place, JVH Mall
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Bharat Mata
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Alamgir Mosque
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Varanasi (VNS-Lal Bahadur Shastri)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Room options

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Superior Room, City View

  • 2992 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room, City View | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Room, City View

  • 325 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Varanasi

Within a short walk of JVH Mall, The India Benares is within 2 miles (3 km) of Bharat Mata. This 70-room, 3.5-star hotel has free in-room WiFi along with free valet parking and a nightclub.

What's nearby

  • JVH Mall - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Bharat Mata - 2 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Alamgir Mosque - 3 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • Dasaswamedh ghat - 4 min drive - 2.6 miles
  • Kashi Vishwanath Temple - 4 min drive - 2.6 miles

Getting around

  • Sarnath Station - 10 min drive
  • Varanasi (VNS-Lal Bahadur Shastri) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sri Annapurna - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪lemon grass - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Shree Shivay Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Nadesar Palace Hotel - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Varuna - ‬8 min walk

About this property

The India Benares

Hotel in Varanasi with free breakfast and free valet parking
Guests of The India Benares enjoy a nightclub, free WiFi in public areas, and meeting rooms. Free valet and self parking are available, or if you're not driving, take the airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for INR 1000.00 per vehicle one-way. The front desk is staffed 24/7 to help with securing valuables, concierge services, and dry cleaning/laundry. Additional amenities include a business center, express check-in, and express check-out.
Guests can expect free WiFi and flat-screen TVs with satellite channels and pay movies. Beds sport premium bedding and bathrooms offer free toiletries. Sitting areas, coffee makers, and free newspapers are also available.
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site
  • Free valet parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Designer stores
  • Nightclub
  • Shopping

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Spa

  • Spa services

Accessibility

  • Elevator

More

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Reception hall

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels
  • Pay movies

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Mobile key entry
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

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
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
At check-in, guests must provide either a negative PCR COVID-19 test result or a record of full COVID-19 vaccination
Negative COVID-19 test result requirement applies to all guests aged 19 and up, and test must have been administered no more than 48 hours prior to check-in; COVID-19 vaccination record requirement applies to all guests aged 19 and up; guests must have received complete vaccination at least 19 days prior to check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for INR 2000 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 1500.0
  • Christmas Day (December 25) Gala Dinner per child: INR 1 (from 1 to 6 years old)
  • New Year's Day (January 1) Gala Dinner per adult: INR 2000.0
  • New Year's Day (January 1) Gala Dinner per child: INR 1 (from 1 to 6 years old)
  • Gala Dinner on April 04 per adult: INR 2000.0
  • Gala Dinner on April 04 per child: INR 1 (from 1 to 6 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 1000.00 per vehicle (one-way)
  • Rollaway bed fee: INR 2000 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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
  • Check-in: 2 PM
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking in and out are easy with express services. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available 24 hours), which is offered for a fee. Driving? This property offers free parking.

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 carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions and guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.
  • At check-in, guests must provide either a negative PCR COVID-19 test result or a record of full COVID-19 vaccination.
  • The negative COVID-19 test result requirement applies to all guests aged 19 and up, and test must have been administered no more than 48 hours prior to check-in. COVID-19 vaccination record requirement applies to all guests aged 19 and up; guests must have received complete vaccination at least 19 days prior to check-in.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.

Property is also known as

India Benares Hotel Varanasi
India Benares Hotel
India Benares Varanasi
India Benares
The India Benares Hotel
The India Benares Varanasi
The India Benares Hotel Varanasi

Frequently asked questions

What can I see around The India Benares?

This hotel is located in Varanasi within a short 13-minute walk of JVH Mall. You'll also find Kashi Vishwanath Temple and Dasaswamedh ghat within a short drive.

How much does it cost to stay at The India Benares?

As of Dec 6, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The India Benares on Dec 7, 2025 start from $66.49, excluding 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.

Is parking available on site at The India Benares?

Yes, valet parking and self parking are offered for free at the hotel.

Does The India Benares include a casino on the premises?

No, The India Benares doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at The India Benares?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What amenities will couples enjoy at The India Benares?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this hotel, including a poolside bar, a restaurant, and a nightclub.

Are there hot tubs at The India Benares?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does The India Benares have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, The India Benares serves free buffet breakfast each morning from its restaurant.

Does The India Benares allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at The India Benares.

Does The India Benares have connecting rooms?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to The India Benares?

The closest major airport to The India Benares is Varanasi (VNS-Lal Bahadur Shastri), which is 13.5 mi away (39 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at The India Benares?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at The India Benares.

Does The India Benares offer wedding services?

If you plan to exchange vows during your trip, consider the wedding services available at The India Benares.