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7.5

Very good

384 reviews

384 reviews

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Housekeeping12
Food & Dining2
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8.6

Excellent

Location rating score

Excellent location - Inside city center
Exceptional for walking
Walkable places
Bhole Silk Handicraft

140 m

Nepali Temple (Kathwala Temple)

150 m

Man Mandir Ghat

150 m

Ankit Music House

170 m

Learn for Life Society

180 m

Popular landmarks
Shri Kashi Vishwanath Temple (Golden Temple)

270 m

Dasaswamedh Ghat

290 m

Manikarnika Ghat

290 m

Banaras Ghats

400 m

Assi Ghat

2.3 km

Closest landmarks
Yoga Training Centre

170 m

International Yoga Clinic & Meditation Centre

200 m

Post Office Dasaswamedh Ghat

230 m

Deshbandhu Chittaranjan Das Park

260 m

Shri Kashi Vishwanath Temple (Golden Temple)

270 m

Hotel Alka

D3/23, Meer ghat, Dashashwamedh, Varanasi, Dasaswamedh Ghat, Varanasi, India, 221001 - See map

Get your trip off to a great start with a stay at this property, which offers free Wi-Fi in all rooms. Strategically situated in Dasaswamedh Ghat, allowing you access and proximity to local attractions and sights. Don't leave before paying a visit to the famous Sarnath. Massage, restaurant and hot spring bath are among the special facilities that will enhance your stay with on-site convenience.

Highlights

Inside city center

Front desk [24-hour]

Airport transfer

Excellent view

270 meters to Shri Kashi Vishwanath Temple (Golden Temple)

This property has self-selected and self-certified the following hygiene measures.Learn more
Safety Features
Temperature check for guests and staff
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Preventative Equipment
Hand sanitizer
Free face masks
Health and Medical
First aid kit
Facilities

Front desk [24-hour]

Airport transfer

Free Wi-Fi in all rooms!

Luggage storage

Contactless check-in/out

Spa

Sauna

Restaurants

Your dates are popular among travelersUsers are booking a place in Varanasi every 4 minutes on Agoda.com
Value for money7.5
Distance to city center2.7 Km
Location rating8.6
Nearest airportLal Bahadur Shastri Airport (VNS)
Distance to airport22.0 km

Rooms available at Hotel Alka

Premium Room
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  • Room size: 25 m²/269 ft²
  • River view
  • 2 single beds or 1 double b...
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Standard Room Shared Bathroom
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  • Room size: 18 m²/194 ft²
  • City view
  • 2 single beds
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Standard Non AC Room
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  • Room size: 20 m²/215 ft²
  • Non-smoking
  • 1 double bed
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Royal View Room (Includes Ganga Aarti and Darshan assistance to Kashi Vishwanath Temple)
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  • Room size: 19 m²/205 ft²
  • River view
  • 1 queen bed or 1 futon
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Royal Club Deluxe
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  • Room size: 18 m²/194 ft²
  • City view
  • 1 double bed and 2 single b...
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Deluxe Double Room (Includes Ganga Aarti and Darshan assistance to Kashi Vishwanath Temple)
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  • Room size: 17 m²/183 ft²
  • Garden view
  • 1 double bed or 1 futon
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Deluxe Air Conditioning
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  • Room size: 18 m²/194 ft²
  • City view
  • 1 double bed and 2 single b...
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Standard Ac
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  • Room size: 16 m²/172 ft²
  • City view
  • 1 double bed
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Standard Double Room (Includes Ganga Aarti and Darshan assistance to Kashi Vishwanath Temple)
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  • Room size: 17 m²/183 ft²
  • Shower
  • 1 double bed or 1 futon
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Budget Single Room (Includes Ganga Aarti and Darshan assistance to Kashi Vishwanath Temple)
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  • 1 single bed
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Frequently asked questions

What time is check-in and check-out at Hotel Alka?

Check-in is from 12:00 PM. You may request early check-in during booking, subject to availability. Guests checking in before the designated period may be charged an additional fee. The hotel offers luggage storage to guests for before check-in and after check-out. The front desk is always open, day or night.

How do I get to Hotel Alka?

Hotel Alka is easy to access from the airport. In fact, you can even book your airport transfer in advance for greater peace of mind with the additional charge of 850 INR. Just use the "Let us know what you need" section of the booking page to let the hotel know you want a ride, and they will contact you via the Agoda messaging service. If you're looking for an easy way to get around Varanasi with private transportation, the hotel can arrange both taxis or car rental.

Is breakfast offered at Hotel Alka?

Wake up to a great continental breakfast at Hotel Alka. Adults can enjoy breakfast offered with an additional charge of 210 INR if not included in the room rate. You may save on breakfast costs with Agoda by booking a room with breakfast, which is often included for less than buying it at the hotel.

What are my dining options at Hotel Alka?

Hotel Alka features an on-site restaurant for your dining convenience.

What is the smoking policy at Hotel Alka?

Hotel Alka does permit smoking in some areas and is not 100% smoke-free.

What restaurants are nearby Hotel Alka?

Restaurants including Kerala Cafe, Dina Chat Bhandar and Aman Restaurant are popular in Hotel Alka’s neighborhood which is known as Dasaswamedh Ghat.

What popular shopping places are close to Hotel Alka?

Shopping options in Hotel Alka’s Dasaswamedh Ghat neighborhood include Bhole Silk Handicraft, Varanasi Remembrances and Varanasi Silk Handicraft.

What are popular attractions near Hotel Alka?

Hotel Alka’s location in the Dasaswamedh Ghat neighborhood makes it close to famous attractions including Dasaswamedh Ghat, Banaras Ghats and Shri Kashi Vishwanath Temple (Golden Temple).

What popular natural sightseeing spots are close to Hotel Alka?

Hotel Alka’s nearby natural sights include The Ganges River located in the same Dasaswamedh Ghat area.

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What people love about Hotel Alka

  • 9.2

    Exceptional
    Staff 

    "The room is clean and decent The staff was nice, helpful and humble The hotel is located in a strategik location."

    Prabagaran

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    March 2, 2023

  • 10

    Exceptional
    Cleanliness

    "Clean facilities."

    Jenni

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    January 11, 2020

  • 9.2

    Exceptional
    Location

    "Can walk to all the ghats, good location."

    Werner

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    November 29, 2022

Property ranking|Compared to 591 Varanasi properties
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Location score
8.6/10
Room comfort score
6.8/10
Value for money score
7.5/10
Cleanliness score
7.4/10
Better than
95
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of Varanasi properties
Better than
94
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of Varanasi properties
Better than
86
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of Varanasi properties
Better than
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of Varanasi properties
Overall rating:

7.5

Very good
384 reviews
Cleanliness
7.3
Facilities
6.8
Location
8.6
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What travelers say they love:
Perfect location and very cooperative management
Saurabh from India
Solo traveler
More about Hotel Alka

More about Hotel Alka

Hotel Alka

See all the incredible sights of Varanasi when you stay at Hotel Alka. This hotel is strategically placed in the heart of the city, surrounded by the popular landmarks. Sampling the authentic culture of Varanasi is easy with a stay at Hotel Alka, just 8.0 km from Sarnath. Explorers need the best transportation options, and Banaras Railway Station is just 4.4 km away from Hotel Alka, giving your stay the added convenience of accessing one of the city's main transportation systems.
The range of services provided by Hotel Alka ensures all travelers get the most out of their stay. Post your pictures and answer your emails whenever you want, with the hotel's free Wi-Fi internet access. Pre-plan your rides to and from the airport with the hotel's easy to book transportation services. The hotel provides taxi and car hire services to help you get to where you want to go in Varanasi.
While lodging at this wonderful hotel, the helpful staff at the front desk can assist you with multiple services that include luggage storage and safety deposit boxes. If you want seats to city's best entertainment, you can get help through the hotel's ticket service and tours. The hotel's on-site dry cleaning service and laundry service help you keep your favorite travel outfits clean so you can pack less. In-room conveniences include 24-hour room service, room service and daily housekeeping, so you can relax and enjoy your stay.
Smoking is restricted to the designated smoking areas.
Guestrooms at Hotel Alka are fitted with all the amenities travelers need. The hotel provides blackout curtains and air conditioning in some rooms for the benefit of guests. Some selected rooms at Hotel Alka include a balcony or terrace, as part of the room design. Some selected rooms have television and cable TV to keep guests entertained.
The hotel also provides guests with a refrigerator, a coffee or tea maker and bottled water in some rooms. Knowing that bathroom amenities play an important role in increasing guests' satisfaction, the hotel provides toiletries and towels in some select rooms.


Dining and things to do

Start your vacation days in the best possible way. Begin every morning of your stay with an in-house breakfast. Wake up bright and energetic in the mornings with a cup of good coffee offered at the cafe right at the hotel. Never let hunger affect your travel plans! Restaurants on-site provide convenient and tasty dining options. Have fun at night with your travel companions right at the hotel's bar.
Hotel Alka promises you a fun-packed holiday with a variety of activities and facilities. The hotel's host of recreational offerings ensures you have plenty to do during your stay. Be sure to enjoy the accessible beach nearby. Pamper and indulge yourself with a visit to the massage, steam room, spa and sauna. You won't need anything for water activity fun other than your own enthusiasm, with aquatic activity conveniences like boats made available at Hotel Alka.
In a competitive mood? Get sporty with your travel group or other guests at the yoga room and hiking trails in the hotel. Have some relaxing fun with family and friends at the library. Souvenir shopping for yourself or those back home takes no time at all at the shops.


Around the property

Visit the sights and local attractions of Varanasi during your stay at the hotel. Photograph yourself in front of Shri Kashi Vishwanath Temple (Golden Temple) located 260 m away, which people travel great distances to see. Engage in the city's best art at Ramnagar Fort located 3.1 km away, where you can learn about the local art scene and buy original works.


Reasons to stay here

This hotel's food and dining score higher than 97% of accommodations in the city.
This hotel scores higher than 94% of accommodations in the city for its location.
Room comfort is said to be outstanding here, scoring higher than 94% of accommodations in the city.

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Amenities and facilities

Good
Facilities

6.8

Most talked about facilities

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7 mentions

Housekeeping

7 mentions

Food & Dining

4 mentions

Breakfast

3 mentions

Languages spoken
  • English
  • Hindi
Internet access
  • Free Wi-Fi in all rooms!
  • Internet services
  • Wi-Fi in public areas
Things to do, ways to relax
  • Boating
  • Garden
  • Hiking
  • Massage
  • Sauna
  • Spa
  • Steamroom
  • Ticket services
  • Tours
  • Yoga room
Cleanliness and safety
  • Anti-viral cleaning products
  • Cashless payment service
  • Daily disinfection in all rooms
  • Daily disinfection in common areas
  • Face coverings on staff
  • First aid kit
  • Free face masks
  • Hand sanitizer
  • Hot water linen and laundry washing
  • Hygiene certification
  • Individually-wrapped food options
  • Physical distancing of at least 1 meter
  • Protective screens in common areas
  • Rooms sanitized between stays
  • Temperature check for guests and staff
Dining, drinking, and snacking
  • Bar
  • Coffee shop
  • Restaurants
  • Room service [24-hour]
Swimming & soaking
  • Hot spring bath
Services and conveniences
  • Air conditioning in public area
  • Contactless check-in/out
  • Currency exchange
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning
  • Elevator
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Heating in public area
  • Ironing service
  • Laundry service
  • Library
  • Luggage storage
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
  • Safety deposit boxes
  • Salon
  • Shops
  • Smoking area
  • Terrace
For the kids
  • Family room
Access
  • CCTV in common areas
  • CCTV outside property
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Front desk [24-hour]
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Pets allowed
  • Security [24-hour]
Getting around
  • Airport transfer
  • Bicycle parking
  • Rental car
  • Taxi service

Food and dining

Breakfast options
  • American
  • Asian
  • Continental
  • Vegetarian
Restaurants on site
Apex Ganges view restaurant
  • Cuisine: American, Asian, Austrian
  • Menu: Buffet, A-la-carte

Location

D3/23, Meer ghat, Dashashwamedh, Varanasi, Dasaswamedh Ghat, Varanasi, India, 221001
Excellent
Location

8.6

Airports
  • Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport (VNS)
    22.0 km
  • Allahabad Airport (IXD)
    129.3 km
Public transportation
  • Kashi
    2.8 km
  • Varanasi City
    2.9 km
Hospital or clinic
  • Hindu Sewa Sadan Hospital
    490 m
Shopping
  • JHV Mall & Multiplex
    4.6 km
Convenience store
  • Varanasi Banya Grocery Store
    850 m
Cash withdrawal
  • ATM
    240 m

What's nearby

Popular landmarks
  • Shri Kashi Vishwanath Temple (Golden Temple)
    270 m
  • Dasaswamedh Ghat
    290 m
  • Manikarnika Ghat
    290 m
  • Banaras Ghats
    400 m
  • Assi Ghat
    2.3 km
  • Monkey Temple (Durga Temple)
    2.6 km
  • Sankat Mochan Temple
    3.1 km
  • New Vishwanath Temple
    6.1 km
  • Sarnath
    8.1 km
  • Dhamek Stupa
    8.1 km
Nearby landmarks
  • Bhole Silk Handicraft
    140 m
  • Nepali Temple (Kathwala Temple)
    150 m
  • Man Mandir Ghat
    150 m
  • Yoga Training Centre
    170 m
  • Ankit Music House
    170 m
  • Learn for Life Society
    180 m
  • Jantar Mantar Mandir
    180 m
  • Astronomical Observatory
    180 m
  • International Yoga Clinic & Meditation Centre
    200 m
  • Ghats of Varanasi
    200 m
Distances shown are straight-line distances on the map. Actual travel distances may vary.

Property policies

Children and extra beds

Extra beds are dependent on the room you choose. Please check the individual room capacity for more details.

All children are welcome.

Children 0-5 year(s)
Must use an extra bed
If you need an extra bed, it will incur an additional charge.
Guests 6 years and older are considered as adults
Must use an extra bed which will incur an additional charge.
Others
  • When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Some helpful facts

Check-in/Check-out
  • Check-in from12:00
  • Check-out from11:00
  • Reception open until12:00
Getting around
  • Airport transfer fee850 INR
  • Distance from city center2.7 Km
  • Travel time to airport (minutes)37
Extras
  • Breakfast charge (unless included in room price)210 INR
The property
  • Number of floors3
  • Number of restaurants1
  • Number of rooms 40
  • Room voltage220
  • Year property opened1993
  • Most recent renovation2014

Property announcements

Please note that any changes in tax structure due to government policies will result in revised taxes, which will be applicable to all reservations and will be charged additionally during check out.

Reviews of Hotel Alka from real guests

Provided by verified guests of Agoda
7.5
/
10
Cleanliness7.3
Facilities6.8
Location8.6
Room comfort and quality6.8
Service7.4
Value for money7.5
High score for Varanasi
Rating
9+ Exceptional (62)
8-9 Excellent (41)
7-8 Very Good (48)
6-7 Good (19)
<6 Below Expectation (54)
Time of the year
Mar - May (42)
Jun - Aug (26)
Sep - Nov (71)
Dec - Feb (85)

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10.0
Exceptional
Jenni from New Zealand
Couple
Standard Non AC Room
Stayed 1 night in January 2020

This hotel has magnificent views of the ghat. The staff were very thoughtful and kind. ”

Great location. Clean facilities. Limitless hot showers due to solar panels. Overlooking the ghat and an easy walk to the temple plus the sunset aarti. The staff were very helpful. Great dining area overlooking Ganga Ge. The room had everything we needed for comfort during the cold weather.

Reviewed January 11, 2020

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10.0
Exceptional
Vihang from India
Group
Deluxe Air Conditioning
Stayed 5 nights in December 2021

Very nice location, friendly staff and decent facilities”

Best thing about this hotel is its location. Staff is very cooperative and helpful. Decent rooms. You need to walk about 0.5 km to reach this hotel from the last stop where rickshaw can go. For older people, it could be a walk along narrow lanes which might upset tourists in the beginning. Still I would recommend this place. Please get in touch with the reception on how to reach hotel.

Reviewed December 13, 2021

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10.0
Exceptional
Siddhartha from India
Group
Deluxe Air Conditioning
Stayed 3 nights in September 2021

Onr of the best stay”

Hotel Alka is right on the Ganges and provides you a great stay, food and view to cherish. You have to go through the famous Kashi Viswanath Gallis to reach the property and once you reach there, it's totally worth it. The facilities and the stuffs were very helpful and we did enjoy our stay there.

Reviewed April 11, 2022

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10.0
Exceptional
Gandikota from India
Solo traveler
Standard Room Shared Bathroom
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

Best Hotel”

Hotel is at river bank, You can able to see all ghats from the hotel balcony. Best thing is its very affordable and close to natural views of holy river ganga. All facilities are available at hotel reception like Airport transfer, boat ride, restaurant and city tour. Staff are good and polite.

Reviewed May 31, 2022

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10.0
Exceptional
Sarah from United Kingdom
Couple
Standard Non AC Room
Stayed 2 nights in January 2019

Exceptional”

Excellent place to stay in the centre of Varanasi, right on the river, very good views, food and beer all day long, spotlessly clean and very helpful friendly staff.

Reviewed January 07, 2019

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10.0
Exceptional
Shekhar from India
Family with young children
Premium Room
Stayed 2 nights in December 2020

Exceptional”

If you want to see real 'Kashi' stay in this hotel. Nothing fancy here, everything to its core . A must stay place in Varanasi. If travelling by own car, check with hotel for parking.

Reviewed January 06, 2021

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10.0
Exceptional
Kogulan from Canada
Solo traveler
Standard Single Bed
Stayed 3 nights in April 2019

Great stay by the river”

Very helpful friendly staff and best location. You get what you pay for it in terms of facilities. Overall highly recommended.

Reviewed May 04, 2019

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9.6
Exceptional
Roumik from India
Solo traveler
Standard Room Shared Bathroom
Stayed 1 night in June 2022

Every reason to choose Hotel Alka”

It's located in a fantastic location-i.e. just on the Dasaswemedh Ghat with the Ganges view. Kashi Vishwanath temple is located hardly a kilometre away from the hotel, which allowed me to attend the 11 pm aarti of the temple. Staffs are really helpful and are very polite.

Reviewed June 20, 2022

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9.6
Exceptional
Sushanta from India
Family with teens
Deluxe Air Conditioning
Stayed 3 nights in July 2022

Great stay”

Great location (right on the bank of river Ganga, 400mtrs from Kashi Vishwanath temple, 200mtrs from Dashaswamedh ghat) Friendly staff Good patio area provided Good in-house restaurant Great view from the terrace

Reviewed July 08, 2022

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9.2
Exceptional
Siddhesh from India
Family with teens
Standard Non AC Room
Stayed 3 nights in September 2019

Overall great experience”

We were there for 3 night the hotel staff is okay but the restaurant staff is awesome thanks to them. At last day my train was at 4 so i asked them to take one room and give me a room for 2 hrs more but they told me that guest are there and u have to checkout I have done it and I was sitting in restaurant for 2 hrs but there was no guest till then. But that is okay if they don't want to give overall good and the view from the hotel is fab. WiFi was not that good but can be manageable. For hotel u need to walk for 15 to 20 min as car can't reach as it's near ghats.

Reviewed October 05, 2019

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10.0
Exceptional
Saurabh from India
Solo traveler
Standard Single Bed
Stayed 1 night in November 2020

One of Best hotels of Varanasi”

Perfect location and very cooperative management

Reviewed November 23, 2020

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10.0
Exceptional
Debanjan from India
Family with young children
Standard Ac
Stayed 4 nights in October 2021

Must check in”

Very good location and staffs are very helpful

Reviewed October 20, 2021

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9.2
Exceptional
Thierry from Vietnam
Solo traveler
Standard Single Bed
Stayed 1 night in February 2019

Nice place”

I stayed here for one night. It is really near to Ganges river. The staffs are good too. Rooms is nice and clean though avoid the rooms on the ground floor as it was quite noisy all night caused by crows of people along river.

Reviewed February 05, 2019

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10.0
Exceptional
PRASHANTH from India
Solo traveler
Standard Single Bed
Stayed 1 night in December 2019

Beautiful location ”

Clean and professional Value for money

Reviewed December 09, 2019

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10.0
Exceptional
umi from Malaysia
Couple
Standard Single Bed
Stayed 4 nights in July 2019

Exceptional”

very good service by staffs

Reviewed July 25, 2019

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10.0
Exceptional
Vennilah from Malaysia
Couple
Premium Room
Stayed 2 nights in June 2022

Exceptional”

everything is good about Alka Hotel. Highly recommended

Reviewed June 09, 2022

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8.8
Excellent
gina from United States
Couple
Premium Room
Stayed 1 night in April 2019

Amazing location, deluxe room worth it”

Hotel Alka is directly on the Ganges. It is a bit confusing and chaotic to find it. A good sense of direction gets you there despite confusing phone navigation. If you have neither, I would try and get someone from the hotel to meet you. Our room had amazing AC which was desperately needed in late April. We had a screened balcony overlooking the river. After we saw all the aggressive monkeys, we were happy it was screened. The bathroom was fine. There is a back entrance from the hotel down to the river where you can get a boat, walk to the main ghat for the nightly big show or go the opposite direction and visit the cremation ghat. Outstanding location. I would give the hotel restaurant food just 5 out of 10. No worries- the restaurant directly next to the hotel is run by friendly family and the food is easily a 9 out of 10. The owner gives cooking lessons and has a great roof terrace.

Reviewed June 13, 2019

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8.8
Excellent
Ian from Australia
Couple
Deluxe Air Conditioning
Stayed 3 nights in January 2020

Great location, fabulous staff ”

Located right on the Ganga, great courtyard views. Have own transfer bus - effective and good value. Have own river boat, not luxury (but none are), great to get a view from the river and good value- no hassling. Have own tour bus, again no hassling and the guide we had (Shiva) for 2 trips so very passionate and knowledgeable- was born there. Have a fantastic tour Manager- Manu, he was the best I have come across- no hard sell, but do take his advice. He organised the best Golden Temple tour we could imagine - thanks Manu. Restaurant is simple but very effective and well priced.

Reviewed January 09, 2020

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9.6
Exceptional
Paul from United Kingdom
Couple
Premium Room
Stayed 3 nights in September 2019

Best in Varanasi ”

Room 101 has amazing views

Reviewed September 21, 2019

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9.2
Exceptional
ISAMU from Japan
Solo traveler
Standard Room Shared Bathroom
Stayed 4 nights in January 2020

View is great. very safe and cozy place”

Location is perfect. I realy enjoyed staying alka. I could walk to everywhere. Thanks alka staff, I will come again.

Reviewed January 13, 2020

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