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BrijRama Palace, Varanasi - By the Ganges

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Interior
Courtyard
Exterior
Mahidhara | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes
Beach/ocean view

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
  • Laundry

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Munshi Ghat, Near Dashaswamedh, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, 221 001
  • Dasaswamedh ghat
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Sri Annapoorani Devi Temple
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Vishalakshi Temple
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Varanasi (VNS-Lal Bahadur Shastri)
    ‪53 min drive‬

Room options

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Nadidhara Room | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Nadidhara Room

  • 226 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Varuna Burj with Ganges View | Lake view

Varuna Burj with Ganges View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Dhanurdhara Room | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Dhanurdhara Room

  • 247 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Jaladhara Room | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Jaladhara Room

  • 150 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Maharaja suite with Ganges View | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Maharaja suite with Ganges View

  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Mahidhara | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Mahidhara

  • 230 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Vasundhara Room | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Vasundhara Room

  • 237 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Front of property

HOTEL DOLPHIN GRAND

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
4.4 out of 5, Excellent, (62)
The price is $252
per night
$297 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 20 - Feb 21
HOTEL DOLPHIN GRAND

About this property

BrijRama Palace, Varanasi - By the Ganges

5-star Varanasi hotel steps from Dasaswamedh ghat
This hotel features a full-service spa, a restaurant, and a fitness center. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include a steam room, a coffee shop/cafe, and massage/treatment rooms.
BrijRama Palace, Varanasi - By the Ganges offers 32 accommodations with minibars and safes. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas. Beds feature premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers with rainfall showerheads, bathrobes, slippers, and designer toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include complimentary newspapers and phones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily. Amenities available on request include irons/ironing boards.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include a steam room and a fitness center.

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

The onsite spa has 2 treatment rooms including rooms for couples. Services include deep-tissue massages, sports massages, Swedish massages, and facials. The spa is equipped with a steam room. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and Ayurvedic. The spa is open daily.
The hotel offers a restaurant and a coffee shop/cafe. Public areas are equipped with complimentary wireless Internet access. In addition to a full-service spa, BrijRama Palace, Varanasi - By the Ganges features a steam room and a fitness center. For a surcharge, an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is offered to guests. This luxury hotel also offers a terrace, tour/ticket assistance, and concierge services.

BrijRama Palace, Varanasi - By the Ganges has designated areas for smoking.

BrijRama Palace, Varanasi - By the Ganges has a restaurant on site.
24-hour room service is available.

Awards and affiliations

The property is a member of Heritage Hotels of India.

Languages

English, Hindi

Property amenities

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 (surcharge)

Food and drink

  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Boat tours
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

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

Guest services

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

Outdoors

  • On a river
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • 2 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Ayurvedic treatments
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Detox wraps
  • Facials
  • Spa open daily
  • Sports massages
  • Steam room
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessibility

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Built in 1801
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillow menu
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Bidet
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
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
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
During monsoon season (approximately July 20 - September 5), this property is only accessible by foot via a narrow 0.93 mile-long (1.5 km) street.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for INR 14160 per night
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: INR 2500 per vehicle (one-way)
  • Rollaway bed fee: INR 14160 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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 and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Please note: Drones and satellite phones are not permitted at this property. Cellular phones are permitted.

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

BrijRama Palace Hotel Varanasi
BrijRama Palace Hotel
BrijRama Palace Varanasi
BrijRama Palace Heritage Hotel Varanasi
BrijRama Palace Heritage Hotel
BrijRama Palace Heritage Varanasi
BrijRama Palace Heritage
BrijRama Palace
BrijRama Palace A Heritage Hotel
BrijRama Palace
BrijRama Palace Varanasi
BrijRama Palace A Heritage Hotel
BrijRama Palace Varanasi By the Ganges
BrijRama Palace, Varanasi - By the Ganges Hotel

BrijRama Palace, Varanasi - By the Ganges Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 141 out of 182 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 24 out of 182 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 182 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 182 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 182 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely amazing stay. Our stay in the hotel was from start to finish an experience in itself and we would not want to stay anywhere else in Varanasi.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarva

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brent

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful renovated palace, extremely convenient and the restaurant was superb!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dallas

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
If you want to experience Varanasi then Brijrama Hotel is a great place to call your home base! It is perfectly located in a beautiful former palace right on the river. They will provide a boat to take you up and down the river to watch and participate in one of the greatest spiritual traditions on earth!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Orlando

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very expensive, but does not really meet expectations. Guests arrive by boat as cars can't reach the property due to its location directly on the Ganges in old Varanasi. The Ganges had flooded during our stay, so the boat entry was cancelled. Two rickshaws and 10 minutes walking did not make for a good start. The flooding, of course, cannot be helped. It should not be held against the hotel. However, the vast majority of the rooms have no views. The BrijRama is licked in on three sides by older, runned-down buildings. Our view was a wall about 4 feet away. Only the 4 suites have Ganges views. Horrible, when you pay $550 per night. The staff was wonderful, and tried their best to make up for our disappointment. The hotel gets 5 stars based on the strength of the staff itself. Very nice, helpful, friendly, professional, and exceptional.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

POORNIMA, Collierville

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I recently had the pleasure of staying at Brijrama Palace during my visit to Varanasi. The hotel's location, just a short walk from the Vishwanath Mandir, was incredibly convenient. The Darbangha restaurant was a highlight, with delicious food and friendly staff. The manager and chef went above and beyond to ensure our dining experience was delightful. A special mention goes to the panditji on staff who led the guests for the Ganga aarti. Overall, I thoroughly enjoyed my stay at Brijram Palace and would highly recommend it to anyone visiting Varanasi.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

parvinder

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent property and caring staff
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

linda

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
the place is outstanding! It is an oasis in the chaotic, frenzied city of Veranasi. The staff are well trained, attentive, eagerly to please and friendly but respectful. In particular Kushi at the front desk is a problem solver.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Malar

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Okay absolutely loved the location and the staff pretty much make the hotel. Excellent detail to attention and everyone so helpful but…since we came when Ganges was flooded, we had to walk through dirty alleyways to get to the hotel. The alleyways were unsafe and no way we could get to and from the hotel without help from staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Naveen, Hillsborough

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vipan

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Must stay property
Brijrama Palace is one of the most beautiful heritage hotel.. unless you enter in hotel, u can't imagine what lies inside. The hospitality, comfort, food and staff is beyond imagination. We are coming back soon. Location is on ghat and they have boats for transportation but on festival day, reaching hotel can be challenge. Over all 10 put of 10
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandhya

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hospitality and cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandhya

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
You get to stay in an actual palace! The staff is very attentive, courteous. and provide their services promptly.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pramod

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stay was great and enjoyed the service.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Niyati

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent stay at Brijrama
It was an amazing stay! The place is just stunning and it is an experience all through! Abhilash the front desk manager was great and the staff Khushi, Kewal, Prince, Satish and Sankalp made sure the stay was enjoyable! Will definitely go back again!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Rafael

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort
Mixed Review
Amazing property, incredible service, acceptable food, sub-par room ☹️
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tomoe

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is located overlooking the Ganges River, but quiet and peaceful. After walking along the Ganges River, the staff and the place bring a sense of relief. The hotel also hosts several cultural events where you can experience the wonderful Indian culture bit by bit, allowing guests to participate in those events while staying at the hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Haritha

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandra Liliana

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Varanasi is Varanasi! This hotel is amazing! The restaurant was fabulous I truly love it.. the people that work here very friendly, they can go the 9 yards for you. I love it and highly recommended Thank you! BrijRama stuff very memorable visit!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jainen

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Traveled with family
Amazing place fabulous staff food excelled can’t praise it enough
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sanjeev

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic views of the holy Ganges River. Very unique boutique hotel Old world royal charm. Very friendly, helpful and courteous staff Surprise live music and dance performances daily. Food is excellent. Would highly recommend this property
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

Deepak

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Overrated- not comfortable for elderly.
Staff was helpful when you have questions. And the check-in process could be much smoother. They should provide the information on the local attractions. It's very overrated based on the money you spend!! The process to drop off was very horrible. It took us out from e-riksha from small rough lanes where we witness man was peeing openly. I don't understand why they could not drop off where they picked up in the boat. Highest being guessed, but they cannot have a clean passage for elderly people to walk. Disorganized.. . Treat guests as numbers and fake concerns.. Disappointed!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023