Your stay — Hotel Siddharth
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The Property — Hotel Siddharth
Hotel Siddharth in Varanasi feels like a calm, old-school refuge just off the ghats. The lobby is tiled and high-ceilinged, with staff who know the city and don’t push extras. It’s a no-frills spot for travellers who want a solid bed, a private bathroom and a direct line to the Ganges action without the backpacker dorm or luxury boutique price. The rooftop restaurant serves decent thalis and has a clear view of the river, which is its real selling point.
Chronicles of Varanasi
Varanasi, also called Kashi or Benares, claims continuous settlement since roughly 1800 BCE, making it one of the world’s oldest living cities. Its urban form evolved around the Ganges riverfront, where dozens of stone ghats were built from the 17th century by Maratha and local rulers. The labyrinthine alleys of the old city date from medieval times, layered with temples, shrines and tiny squares. Under the Mughals and later the British, it remained a centre of Hindu learning and silk weaving. Today Varanasi is both a major pilgrimage hub and a chaotic, buzzing city where ancient rituals and modern life collide every morning on the Dashashwamedh Ghat.
Best Time to Visit
Full Varanasi guide →Best months
November and February offer mild daytime temperatures (18–28°C), clear skies and low humidity, making walking the ghats comfortable, and the crowds are thinner than in the big festival months.
Peak / festival surge
October to December sees the main festival season (Diwali in Oct/Nov, Dev Deepawali in Nov) and peak tourist volume; hotel rates can double or triple during these events, with advance booking essential.
Budget shoulder season
March and April are the best budget shoulder months: still warm (30–35°C) but before the monsoon, so you get fewer tourists, discounted rates and the light is good for sunrise boat rides.
Weather & packing
July is the monsoon wet season, with daily heavy downpours and humidity above 80%, so pack a compact waterproof poncho and quick-dry sandals—cotton trainers will stay damp. Always carry a cover for your phone and camera; sudden showers are the norm.
Live City Briefing — Varanasi
- The Kashi Vishwanath Corridor opened in late 2021 and is now fully operational, giving direct access from the temple to the ghats; expect security checks and long waits on holidays.
- Varanasi Junction station is undergoing major redevelopment with new footbridges and wider platforms; some entrances may be blocked and platform changes common.
- The Ganga Aarti at Dashashwamedh Ghat now has a strict bag policy in July (monsoon): no large backpacks allowed, and you must arrive by 6 PM for a decent spot on the steps.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Hotel Siddharth, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on floors 3 or 4 at the back of the building. These higher floors get less street noise from the busy Varanasi roads, and the extra height gives a slight breeze off the Ganges corridor. The hotel doesn’t have a lift, so 3rd or 4th floor also means fewer footfalls past your door.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the ground floor or first floor facing the street. The address is on a main road in Varanasi, so tuk-tuks, scooters and honking start early. Also avoid rooms near the staircase or service entrance, as staff noise and luggage movements are constant.
Best views
Ask for a room overlooking the inner courtyard, not the road. The rear windows give a view of the local ghats skyline and a slice of the Ganges if you’re high enough. No guarantee, but worth requesting.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 and 4 are the quietest. Higher than that may be unserviced or have water pressure issues in a 3-star Indian hotel.
🔊 Noise notes
The hotel sits on a main Varanasi road, so expect traffic from 5am (temple bells and auto-rickshaws) until late evening. Early morning chanting from nearby temples is also common. Noise drops only after midnight.
Insider tips
Check in before 2pm to snag a courtyard-facing room, as walk-ins get street-facing. Park a scooter in the hotel’s side alley, not the front, to avoid dust and noise. Ask the front desk for a room with a newly fitted AC unit—some older ones are loud.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hotel Facilities — Hotel Siddharth
Free Wi-Fi for all guests; speed adequate for browsing and email (approx 10 Mbps); login via room number and surname
One lift covers all three guest floors; no stairs-only sections
Complimentary physical copies of The Times of India and The Hindu at lobby; no digital newsstand
Standard check-in from 12:00; earlier bag drop allowed. Late check-out until 17:00 costs 50% of daily room rate (subject to availability)
Complimentary luggage storage at reception for same-day arrivals/departures
Step-free entry from street ramp; lift to all floors. No grab rails in bathrooms; narrow guest room doorways may challenge wheelchair users
Free on-site parking for approx 20 cars; no valet. Nearest public car park: Varanasi Junction Railway Station lot (INR 100 per night). No EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: 12% GST (Goods and Services Tax) on room rate; no separate city tax
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment required for booking; a refundable incidental hold of INR 2,000 taken at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Mission Church (237 m · ~3 min walk)
- Place of worship: Bharatmata Mandir (682 m · ~9 min walk)
- Gurdwara: Gurudwara Sri Guru Nanak Dev Gurubagh (1.2 km · ~15 min walk)
- Hindu temple: Shayri Mata Temple (1.4 km · ~18 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
IP Mall Sigra — 626 m · ~8 min walk
Shaheed Udhyan Park — 187 m · ~2 min walk
Kriti Gallery — 1.6 km · ~20 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 205 m · ~3 min walk
Varanasi Junction — 2.2 km · ~27 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Indian Rupee, INR
Use bank ATMs in the city for the best rates; avoid exchange counters at the airport or tourist bureaux — they offer poor rates and high fees.
Cards accepted in mid-range hotels, larger restaurants, and shops; cash is king for street food, rickshaws, and small stalls. Contactless is rare. Mobile pay like Google Pay works in some shops.
Restaurants: 5-10% if service charge not already added. Taxis: round up or give 10-20 rupees. Hotels: small tips to porters and housekeeping (20-50 rupees).
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Small roadside chai stall: 5-10 INR for a cup of chai. Filter coffee available in simple cafes for 30-50 INR.
Thali meal at a basic eatery: 80-150 INR.
Simple vegetarian curry with rice/roti at a local diner: 60-120 INR.
Lanka or Assi Ghat areas have stalls selling chaat, kachori-sabzi, and lassi — cheap eats from 10-50 INR per item.
Big Bazaar and Reliance Smart stores near Godowlia and Sigra — decent prices for basics.
Thatheri Bazaar and Vishwanath Gali for cotton textiles, sarees, and cheap streetwear — haggle hard.
Cycle rickshaws for short trips (20-40 INR). Auto-rickshaws: share a ride for 10-20 INR. For the airport, take a pre-paid auto or shared taxi from Lanka or Cantonment (around 200-300 INR).
Eat at Brahmin-area thali joints for filling vegetarian meals under 100 INR. Haggle aggressively at markets — start at half the asking price. Use shared auto-rickshaws instead of private hires to save 50% or more.
Good to know — Varanasi
Type C/D/M · 230V
not safe — drink bottled
$1 ≈ ₹96.4 · INR
Emergency Contacts
VaranasiAll three numbers are toll-free and can be dialed from any phone in India. For tourist assistance in Varanasi, contact the Uttar Pradesh Tourism helpline at 1800-180-8000 (toll-free) or visit the Varanasi Tourist Information Center. Major hospitals include Banaras Hindu University Hospital and Shiv Prasad Gupta Hospital.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Varanasi, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Hotel Siddharth
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 205 m · ~3 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Rajendra Prasad Ghat / Cantonment Station → Godaulia / Dashashwamedh Ghat area
💡 Extremely crowded but authentic. Limited English signage; ask locals for confirmation. Best for budget-conscious travelers
Varanasi Cantonment Station → Varanasi Junction (for city access)
💡 Useful for reaching cantonment area from airport. Not directly to hotel but connects to main transport hubs. Slower than taxi but cultural experience
Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport (VNS) → Temple on Ganges Hotel
💡 Book prepaid taxi from airport counter to avoid negotiation. Ola/Uber available but cash backup recommended due to poor connectivity in old city
Godaulia Crossing / Dashashwamedh Ghat → Temple on Ganges Hotel
💡 Most convenient for local transit in old city. Agree on fare before boarding. Peak ghat hours (5-7 AM) have highest availability
About Varanasi
Wikipedia ↗
Varanasi (Hindi pronunciation: [ʋaːˈɾaːɳəsi], also Benares, Banaras Hindustani pronunciation: [bəˈnaːɾəs]), or Kashi, is a city on the Ganges river in northern India that has a central place in the traditions of pilgrimage, death, and mourning in the Hindu world. The city also has a syncretic tradit...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Hotel Siddharth?
Request a room on floors 3 or 4 at the back of the building. These higher floors get less street noise from the busy Varanasi roads, and the extra height gives a slight breeze off the Ganges corridor. The hotel doesn’t have a lift, so 3rd or 4th floor also means fewer footfalls past your door.
Which rooms should I avoid at Hotel Siddharth?
Avoid rooms on the ground floor or first floor facing the street. The address is on a main road in Varanasi, so tuk-tuks, scooters and honking start early. Also avoid rooms near the staircase or service entrance, as staff noise and luggage movements are constant.
Is Hotel Siddharth noisy?
The hotel sits on a main Varanasi road, so expect traffic from 5am (temple bells and auto-rickshaws) until late evening. Early morning chanting from nearby temples is also common. Noise drops only after midnight.
Which rooms have the best views at Hotel Siddharth?
Ask for a room overlooking the inner courtyard, not the road. The rear windows give a view of the local ghats skyline and a slice of the Ganges if you’re high enough. No guarantee, but worth requesting.
What are insider tips for staying at Hotel Siddharth?
Check in before 2pm to snag a courtyard-facing room, as walk-ins get street-facing. Park a scooter in the hotel’s side alley, not the front, to avoid dust and noise. Ask the front desk for a room with a newly fitted AC unit—some older ones are loud.
What time is check-in at Hotel Siddharth?
Check-in at Hotel Siddharth is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Hotel Siddharth have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi for all guests; speed adequate for browsing and email (approx 10 Mbps); login via room number and surname
Is there a city or tourist tax at Hotel Siddharth?
12% GST (Goods and Services Tax) on room rate; no separate city tax
Where can I eat cheaply near Hotel Siddharth?
Thali meal at a basic eatery: 80-150 INR.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Hotel Siddharth?
Cycle rickshaws for short trips (20-40 INR). Auto-rickshaws: share a ride for 10-20 INR. For the airport, take a pre-paid auto or shared taxi from Lanka or Cantonment (around 200-300 INR).
When is the best time to visit Varanasi?
November and February offer mild daytime temperatures (18–28°C), clear skies and low humidity, making walking the ghats comfortable, and the crowds are thinner than in the big festival months.
Top Attractions in Varanasi
💡 Arrive by 5pm to claim a spot on the steps; avoid the overpriced boat seats unless you want a watery view.
💡 Free entry and no camera fee; combine with a walk to nearby Durga Kund for a calm morning. Open till noon for morning darshan.
💡 Cycle rickshaws are the easiest way to cover the grounds; haggle for 50-100 INR for a short ride from the gate to the temple.
💡 Entry is free, but expect to pay 100-200 INR for a locker to store shoes and phones. Go early (4-6am) to avoid 1hr+ waits.
💡 Park entry is 5 INR (Indian) or 100 INR (foreigners); museum is separate at 5 INR/100 INR. Combine both in 2 hours; auto from Varanasi costs 200-300 INR.