Where to Stay in Sarnath, Basti

A quiet suburb 10 km north of the city centre, famous as the site of Buddha's first sermon.

✦ The vibe

Peaceful, sacred, and archaeological

👤 Best for

Buddhist pilgrims, history buffs, those wanting a retreat from city chaos

🏨 Where to stay

Buddhist monasteries and mid-range hotels; ₹800–3,000/night

🚇 Getting around

Auto-rickshaw or taxi to city centre (20 mins); airport 30 km away

📍 Nearby

Dhamek Stupa, Sarnath Museum

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