Reviews from guests who stayed at this hotel, shared by our hotel supplier. Score based on the latest 107 reviews.
Tanisha
India · Solo · October 2026
+I like the nature of the owner Kuldeep bhaiya and special thanks to Joseph bhaiya
Anna
Australia · Solo · September 2026
“Good location to explore old Varanasi . Nice staff . Far from the noisy road.”
+Very good staff , friendly . Helped to get Darshan of Kashi Viswanathan and gave me a discount when I decided to stay longer . Everyone is friendly and helps. They can give you an umbrella during the rain . Organise taxis from and to the airport and luggage transferring. .
−The room is a bit small and you can't open the window , because there are people leaving in front of the house, so the window is covered all the time with the curtain . It's not really comfortable , as no natural light inside. There were some problems with the hot water sometimes .
joaquin
Argentina · Couple · June 2026
“One of those stays you don’t forget easily”
+We spent 3 nights at Holy River Stays and honestly, it exceeded our expectations in every way. From the moment we arrived, the team made us feel genuinely welcome , not in a scripted, hotel-training kind of way, but in a warm, personal way that’s hard to find these days. Whenever we needed something, the response was almost immediate. Whether it was a question, a request, or just needing a bit of guidance, someone was always available and happy to help. They gave us great tips on places to visit around the area and pointed us to some really good local spots to eat , the kind of recommendations you’d only get from someone who actually knows the place. The room itself was cozy and well thought out. Clean, comfortable, and with a charm that felt boutique without being over the top. And for what you pay, it genuinely feels like you’re getting more than your money’s worth. Location-wise, we had easy access to the main attractions, which made everything so much more relaxed. No stressful commutes, no wasted time , just enjoyed every bit of it. Would absolutely come back and recommend it without hesitation.
paruchuri
Italy · Group of friends · May 2026
“We had a Great time at the stay especially with our guide who came to pick us up and showed us around highly recommend t”
Kaustav
India · Family · May 2026
“The location is perfect near the ghat, Mr Utkarsh is a gem of a person, never met a person like him”
+The location is perfect near the ghat, Mr Utkarsh is a gem of a person, never met a person like him in my entire life, so polite, so humble, so knowledgeable and on top of it he is just like a family while you stay in the hotel.
−Nothing
“Decent”
+It's really nice
−All good
Yuyun Mustika
Indonesia · Solo · April 2026
“Great Location Fews Step Away from The Gangga River”
+I had a wonderful stay at Holy River Stay’s Varanasi. The location is excellent , just a short walk to the Ganges River Ghats, making it perfect for travelers who want to truly focus on experiencing the spiritual atmosphere and daily life around the river. The owner was incredibly kind, responsive, and communicative from the beginning until the end of my stay, which made everything smooth and comfortable. The staff were also very helpful and caring. They personally came to pick me up and guide me safely into the hotel, which I really appreciated, especially in Varanasi’s small lanes. They even took the time to show me around and accompanied me to important temples for prayer. Their hospitality made my experience much more meaningful. Highly recommended for anyone looking for a warm, authentic stay near the Ganga.
Aditya
India · Solo · April 2026
“Awesome and value for money property which is located near the Ghat”
+Excellent staff behavior and owner was very reasonable and totally a nice guy.
−N/A
Pia
Germany · Solo · April 2026
“Im grateful for the care of Utkarsh and him and the owner making me feel safe as a single traveler.”
+The caretaker Utkarsh was very kind and helped me with anything I needed. He showed me around and took me to the aarti ceremony and told me many things about the city. Since I am traveling alone it was great to have that kind of care because Varanasi can be a lot.
Sara
Spain · Couple · April 2026
“Absolutely unforgettable”
+The guy helped us a lot, took us on a tour around the hidden city and explained many interesting stories about religion.
−A bit noisy at night, just the neighbours.