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Guest house · Varanasi · Uttar Pradesh

Shiv Balaji Guest House

A simple base in Varanasi, within walking distance of the ghats and a short drive from the city's famous riverside steps.

  • 9-minute walk to Munshi Ghat
  • On-site car park included
  • Pets allowed

About

Shiv Balaji Guest House

Shiv Balaji Guest House is a straightforward accommodation option in Varanasi, set about 400 metres from Chet Singh Ghat and a 9-minute walk from Munshi Ghat. The property offers a single room type with a private bathroom, making it a practical choice for travellers who want the essentials.

The guest house provides a few thoughtful conveniences: an electric kettle for making tea or coffee, free toiletries, and cots available on request. On-site parking is available for those arriving by car, and pets are allowed, which is uncommon in this area.

  • On-site car park
  • Pets allowed
  • Free toiletries
  • Electric kettle
  • Cots

In brief

What works, what to weigh

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Strengths

3 reasons to book
  • Close to the ghats — Munshi Ghat is a 9-minute walk away, and Chet Singh Ghat is just 400 metres from the hotel.
  • Free on-site parking — The hotel has a car park on the premises, which is a practical benefit in Varanasi where parking can be tight.
  • Pets welcome — Unlike many hotels, this one allows pets, so you don't have to leave your animal companion behind.
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Worth weighing

3 to weigh
  • Very limited room choice — There is only one room type available – a double room with a private bathroom – so flexibility is minimal.
  • No rating or reviews yet — The hotel has no guest reviews or rating score, making it difficult to gauge quality based on others' experiences.
  • Check-in window is narrow — Check-in is only possible between 12:00 and 14:00, which may be inconvenient for travellers arriving later in the day.

01 — Rooms

Rooms & rates

High season: summer dates usually book out a few weeks ahead.

Private Bathroom Double Room

  • 1 Double bed

02 — Amenities

Services & amenities

Everything included at this stay — the facilities and essentials, at a glance.

Parking & Pets

  • On-site car park
  • Pets allowed

Room Amenities

  • Free toiletries
  • Electric kettle
  • Cots

04 — Location

Getting around Varanasi

The property sits in Varanasi.

Munshi Ghat: A 9-minute walk from the hotel, this ghat is a popular spot for boat rides and riverside views.

Chet Singh Ghat: Only 400 metres away, this historic ghat is known for its fortress-like structure.

Varanasi Junction: The main railway station is about 6 km from the hotel, roughly a 20-30 minute drive depending on traffic.

B5/216, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, 221001, India

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05 — Good to know

Policies & conditions

Hotel details are shown for reference. Final rate terms are confirmed on the partner’s site at booking.

Check-in
From 12:00-14:00
Check-out
By 10:00-11:00
Cancellation
Free cancellation on many rates — terms on booking page
Payment
Pay-at-hotel available on many rates; final terms at booking
Pets
Allowed
Property
7 rooms

06 — Questions

Frequently asked

What are the check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is from 12:00 to 14:00, and check-out is from 10:00 to 11:00.

Is parking available at the hotel?

Yes, there is an on-site car park.

Are pets allowed?

Yes, pets are allowed at Shiv Balaji Guest House.

Is there a kettle in the room?

Yes, each room comes with an electric kettle.

Are there cots available for children?

Yes, cots are available.

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The bottom line

A practical, budget-friendly pick for travellers who want to be near the ghats and value parking and pet-friendly policies over frills. Just be prepared for a limited room selection and a strict check-in window.

Simple, well-located, and pet-friendly.

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