Great location, lovely hosts, and amazing city/experience. Naveen sets you up with great guides and drivers at reasonable prices, and he and his family are very good people. We really enjoyed the rooftop at his place, the guesthouse restaurant rooftop beside his place, and the brown bread rooftop. You must take the sunrise boat tour, the guided tour of the temples, and you must try blue lassi. Great city to wander and meet people.

Naveen's place is in a fantastic location, it's in a much quieter area and less hassel as a tourist/traveller! It's very close to the Ganga and small gats with some amazing night time entertainment! Naveen and his family were very friendly and helpful. There were some small communication issues but nothing major. When I stayed Naveen was in the middle of constucting some exra rooms which made it quite difficult to relax and work during the day and created a lot of dust. Just worth asking Naveen about if you plan a trip. Lovely breakfast provided every morning! In all I had a pleasent stay.

Naveen's home is well located very close to Assi Ghat and funeral Ghats. We stayed on the top floor and it was nice and quiet even though the chill terrace is in front. A lovely breakfast provided too. This is India and for £9 per night it is a quiet and very friendly place to be and socialize with other travelers. Thank you Naveen for sharing your home and life with us.

Naveen's place is a guesthouse very close to the Ganga river, just a 3 min walk. I stayed at the room on the ground floor, which was cool during the hot noon time. But be aware that it's not a Airbnb-flat where you live with locals, it's more a hostel atmosphere. Naveen is a friendly, warm-hearted and helpful host, who makes you breakfast as you like in the morning.

It is very great experience. That place is very comfortable. Because they are infinitely kind. If you come to house, you can feel like your home. And they always ask " How was your day?" Do you have any help? They helped me make my transportation schedules. I really appreciate.. Thank you bros!

Actually I never been there, because the terrible traffic in India. No matter train or bus, the time has to be spent double than what they tell you. So when I arrive Varanasi, it is already 2,3 am. And for a single girl that was not a good choice to take . Anyway, India is a mystery country for me!

Naveen and his family are very welcoming and Naveen is eager to help out and get to know you. Unfortunately, however, the guest house was under renovation at the time of our stay and this meant that common areas, the rooftop and to some extent the room were a little unfinished. The location is great (close to Assi Ghat) and is down a quiet street. The Wi-Fi is a bit patchy at times and female travellers may feel a little bit uncomfortable staying here but otherwise it provides the basics and breakfast at a good price.

Naveen and his family are really sweet and nice persons. The room was bright and clean. The bed really confortable. The blue light of the bathroom is funny... The location is ideal! Quiet, secure and 2 minutes walking from Assi Ghat most traditional pujas. Thank you for your advice and Karki's Place the best food ever!! See you again in India or France!

Mehdi is a warm host with a some useful tips about the city. As the whole family also lives in the same house, it has a very homely feel to the place. For travellers, I would recommend that you connect with the host about how to reach as some cab drivers may refuse to go to the place because of the location.

About the house : Beautiful, very comfortable and perfectly clean, Medhi's house is also well situated if you appreciate to retire from the touristic centers to find calm and piece and are ready to sacrifice a few minutes in a rickshaw (which I definitely recommended). About the hosts : Medhi's family is very welcoming and warm, available and dedicated to it's hosts. They are really talented to make you feel at ease if not at home. Sincerely curious about other people and cultures, it's a real pleasure to share a discussion with them, and it's been a real, delightful, encounter. We strongly recommend their services.

Such a peaceful place, located at the Ganges and full of love and hospitality. Ruchi is like a family to us, we all feel so harmonious and calm when she's around. We would recommend this wonderful place to all especially those who seek inner peace and happiness.

We loved our stay at Panchkote House, and Ruchi is a great host. The property is very beautiful and located right on the banks of river Ganga, it has vast open spaces for the kids to run around, at the same time offers a nice, secluded and peaceful stay away from the hustle bustle of the city. The food is excellent as well and offers a very authentic experience. Would highly recommend Ruchi's place to everyone.

Perched on top of Panchkote Ghat overlooking mother Ganges, this little palace is the perfect place to have some quiet after the beautiful noise that is Varanasi. The courtyard is wonderful and serene & the rooms are simply perfect. Ruchi is warm, loving and always available, and went out of her way to get creative with my food allergies. Stay here don't hesitate!

What a place! This is a wonderful little oasis of peace and tranquility in the midst of a town that is frenetic. It means you can take in the sights and smells of the town and then retire to Ruchi's home and feel you've have the best of both worlds. The house is beautiful and she has taken great care to create a decor that feels understated but very elegant. Her chef makes the most wonderful food and is very happy to accommodate specific needs. Nothing seems too much trouble for them, and they are also very happy to help you find your way around, book tours or decide on itineraries. I would certainly recommend this place, its worth paying this little extra for all it offers over most of the other accommodation in Varanasi.

What a lovely time we had in your amazing place , Dear Ruchi, sorrounded by pure magic ! It felt as we were at home . Never will forget the way you cook to us , every day a different dish ,.For breakfast such an exquisite flavors and for dinner , having to repeat because it was to good !!! The place the garden , the two fantástico trees !! And the view over the Ganga such a spiritual experience !! Unforgetable ! Thanks so much for the sweet experience of our lloving ceremony !!! Defenetely is the BEST place to stay in Benares !! Hope to see you soon !! Lots of love From Chile Andrés y Devamani

Ruchi has a property with a lovely olde worlde charm, albeit a bit frayed. It is in a fantastic location and makes it ever so easy to walk along all the Ghats and explore in the old party of the city. Ruchi herself is very friendly and did everything she could to assist me. Think up a notch from the 'Marigold Hotel' and you would be on the money.

Our stay in Varanasi was absolutely lovely. Ruchi's home is so beautiful: a peaceful getaway from the city. Ruchi and her family were so warm and welcoming to all of us. The location along the Ganges was very ideal. We were easily able to walk up the street to grab some provisions, wander along the ghats to eat and shop, and get a boat ride to an aarti ceremony. Each day we were impressed by the delicious, unique, and fresh breakfast and dinner provided. Ruchi was such a gracious hostess and we only wish we'd had more time to spend.

Ruchi was a fantastic host who went out of her way to make sure that I had a great stay. The meals were delicious and Ruchi and her family were very nice hosts. They were very helpful with any questions I had, and helped me find my way around when I went out. Ruchi's place is very comfortable and has all the amenities you could want. I highly recommend Ruchis place to anyone traveling to this area.

A very good adresse to pass some quiet days in Varanasi The flat is confortable and the area is in front of the Gange

We LOVED the yogahouse. It felt like a sanctuary in the middle of a busy place. It was quiet and breezy and the food was fantastic. We hope to go back someday.

For my amazing Varanasi experience, Yoga House was perfect. It is about 200m from the stretch of ghats that run along the Ganges. So, you have the best of both worlds. It's nice and quiet, with an amazing view down the river, and easily accessible to the action. My room was very clean, the food was great, the staff was incredibly helpful and attentive without being intrusive. For a brand-new place, they have their stuff together. I highly recommend staying here.

My experience of The Yogahouse was amazing. The place is visually beautiful, the white and blue is so uplifting- Its really clean and hygenic, peaceful and has a lovely vibe. The food is amazing too, sitting on the verandah having morning coffee and great complementary breakfast was so lovely, I looked forward to it! I loved the morning and afternoon yoga classes too, doing yoga on the roof while the sun rised was a highlight to my day! Plus the beds were comfortable, the rooms were spacious and had everything you needed! Overall my sister and I had a really really great experience and cant wait to come back!!

Great service and wonderful staff. Thank you!

The place is very relaxing, beautiful bulding and very clean rooms. Doing yoga in the morning was amazing and the guy who is living there is very kind, helps you for every request and he is a very good chef. They organized also my pick up from the Airport. I suggest this place, it's a perfect place to stay in Varanasi.

Our stay at the Yoga house in Varanasi was absolutely marvellous. You can see the sun rise straight from the balcony every morning it's such an energising way to start the day. Our room was beautiful and clean, simple but so effective. We stayed in "Shiva" and it had a ceiling fan and also A/C which was really nice even for just a few minutes when it was really hot out. The staff were great, really friendly and super accomodating. It's also bright blue so really easy to find when coming back from the other ghats haha. The food was also amazing and we ate there almost everyday. All in all a very positive first Airbnb experience, would recommend to anyone travelling to Varanasi and I will be back too. Thank you Achal and team :)

Incredibly peaceful accommodation. Breakfast is healthy and tasty and the environment is good for anyone needing a break from the chaos of the city. Location is good as it is situated next to a famous ghat and good coffee houses etc are a stones throw away. A respectful host.

Never meet Avik but his family was very kind and welcoming. Not that close to assi ghat about a 30 min walk. No cold water in the showers but that's from the heat of Varanasi, no air conditioning but the fan works if you but water in it every few hours.

The place was great and Avik wasn't around but made sure everything was available to me and advised me in certain explorations of he city. It is a little hidden in the narrow alleyways of Varanasi, which I think was fantastic. Good value for money. Very close to Assi Ghat where it is perfect to start your walks along the shore towards main gate and so on. Thank you for the stay.

I have been in India for over a month. The Purple Lotus is, hands down, the very best place I stayed here. The host, Santosh, is very warm, friendly, and inclusive. I am traveling as a single woman and felt completely safe and comfortable on all levels. My privacy was respected, and Santosh was also very available to help me become familiar with town and customs, as I inquired. He taught me how to celebrate my forst Holi! Also, I became sick while staying there after eating in town, and he provided breakfast foods that I was able to keep down, and also surprised me with electrolyte powder to mix in water that helped me feel better. The Purple Lotus is very clean and fresh, has good lighting, and is on a quiet road that is only a 10 minute walk to the Assi Ghat. I could go on and on with the good experiences I had at the Purple Lotus and with Santosh and his staff this week. It is definitely worth the stay, and I will always recommend this accommodation to any friend visiting Varanasi.

This is a lovely place, great neighborhood, very clean and secure. But what made it special for us is that we actually lost our bag along with passport before getting back at midnight, and when the host found out he immediately took us out on his motorcycle to look for it. We are eternally grateful and I hope one day to return.

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The room was clean and the people was so nice. I was very happy to be there.

We had a great time staying with you guys Santosh is a great host

This is an amazing homestay, everything was seamless, right from giving directions to our auto-rickshaw about the location (available on the description of the homestay) to getting advice on what to see and where to eat in clean and good restaurants. Santhosh was an amazing guide to us, and I definitely recommend him to future travellers. Also he speaks Italian! :)

Santos was a really friendly and helpful host. But his english is very difficult to understand. The room was clean but inside it was really hot (no AC). So we couldn't slept well! He has a nice terrace for chill out and for having a chai.

Santosh was the perfect host!bent over backwards to make are stay as comfortable as possible. He helped us out with train tickets and gave us a ride on his motorbike!!Good size room and communal area! And only a stones throw away from assi ghat! If you stay in Varanasi I strongly recommend this place.