Ganpati Guest House - Varanasi

200-year-old boutique guest house on Meer Ghat, Varanasi

Location

Ganpati Guest House sits 33 ft from the holy Ganga Ghat on Meer Ghat, offering direct access to the river from a private staircase. The property is a 5-minute walk to Dashashwamedh Ghat and a short walk to the Kashi Vishwanath Temple. Sarnath Temple is 9 miles from the hotel, and the Varanasi Junction Railway Station is 2 miles away.

Rooms

The hotel offers Super Deluxe Rooms with a private balcony and Ganga view, Deluxe Double Rooms with Ganga view and balcony, Budget Double or Twin Rooms, and Economy rooms. All rooms are air-conditioned and include a seating area, work desk, and private bathroom with free toiletries. Room categories offer lockers for valuables, and the Super Deluxe rooms include a minibar fridge.

Dining

The in-house restaurant serves Indian and regional dishes, including thali and masala chai, from a rooftop terrace with views of the Ganges. Themed dinner nights are organized, and packed lunches can be requested for day trips. Guests also have access to a picnic area and can order kids' meals.

Services & Activities

Ganpati Guest House offers airport pickup and drop, car hire, and a shuttle service, with porters meeting guests at the drop-off point to carry luggage. Walking tours of the old city with guides like Dilip or Ballu are available, as are guided tours to Sarnath and boat rides on the Ganges. The hotel also provides yoga classes, massage services (full body, head, hand), and personal training sessions.

Business & Practical Amenities

Business travelers have access to meeting and banquet facilities on-site, plus a business center with fax and photocopying. The 24-hour front desk offers express check-in/check-out, currency exchange, and concierge service. Laundry, dry cleaning, and ironing services are available, and the property provides safety deposit boxes for guest use.

• Location: 33 ft from the holy Ganga Ghat on Meer Ghat
• Heritage: 200-year-old lineage in a historic building
• Views: Private balconies with direct Ganga river views
• Dining: Rooftop restaurant with Indian and regional dishes, themed dinner nights
• Activities: Guided walking tours, boat rides, yoga classes, massage services
• Services: Airport pickup with porter assistance, 24-hour front desk