Brijrama Palace, Varanasi - By The Ganges
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5-star heritage palace on its own Ganges ghat in Varanasi
Hotel Brijrama Palace: 18th-Century Palace on the Ganges
Brijrama Palace, Varanasi - By The Ganges is an 18th-century palace situated on its own private ghat along the river. Built in the 1700s, the property is one of the oldest surviving structures in Varanasi and offers direct access to the holy river. Guests arrive by complimentary boat from Namo Ghat to the hotel's steps, except during monsoon season.
Accommodations: 32 Heritage Rooms with River Views
The hotel contains 32 air-conditioned rooms, each equipped with a flat-screen TV, private bathroom with shower, slippers, free toiletries, and a hair dryer. Complimentary bottled water, tea/coffee making facilities, and fresh fruits are provided daily. Select rooms offer direct access to the rooftop terrace overlooking the Ganges.
Dining: Two Vegetarian Restaurants with Ganges Views
Hotel Brijrama Palace Varanasi operates two dining venues: Darbhanga, which serves international vegetarian dishes indoors, and The Kamalya Terrace, an open-air rooftop space with panoramic river views. Both restaurants offer exclusively vegetarian menus, as the hotel does not serve non-vegetarian food or alcohol due to its location on the holy river. Live classical music performances accompany evening meals in the Bada Aangan courtyard.
Wellness & Relaxation: Spa, Yoga, and Fitness Centre
The hotel's on-site spa provides a range of treatments, including full-body massages, foot massages, and steam room sessions. Daily yoga classes are held on the rooftop terrace, led by trained instructors, and free for hotel guests. A fitness centre equipped with cardio machines and weights is available, along with personal trainer sessions.
Cultural Experiences: Boat Rides, Music, and Heritage Walks
Brijrama Palace Varanasi offers complimentary boat rides from the hotel's ghat to Dasashwamedh Ghat for the evening Ganga Aarti, with a hotel boatman provided. On-site entertainment includes evening Kathak dance performances, live Indian classical music concerts, and heritage walks through Varanasi's historic lanes. Additional activities include henna art sessions, pottery demonstrations, astrologer readings, and Santoor music recitals.
- Location: 18th-century palace on its own ghat, 400 m from Kashi Vishwanath Temple
- Rooms: 32 air-conditioned rooms with minibar, tea/coffee, flat-screen TV
- Dining: 2 restaurants with Ganges views, vegetarian menu focusing on Banarasi cuisine
- Wellness: On-site spa offering massages, yoga classes, steam room, fitness center
- Activities: Complimentary boat rides, live classical music, heritage walks, cultural performances
Rooms and availability
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Max:3 persons
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Bed options:1 King-size bed
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Max:3 persons
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Bed options:1 King-size bed
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Max:3 persons
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Bed options:1 King-size bed
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City view
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Shower
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Heating
Facilities
Main facilities
24-hour reception
24-hour security
Restaurant
Paid airport shuttle
Fitness centre
Back massage
Head massage
Full body massage
Steam room
Sports & Fitness
- Fitness centre
- Yoga class
- Sports trainer
Services
- Paid airport shuttle
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Car hire
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Tours/Ticket assistance
Dining
- In-room breakfast
- Restaurant
- Packed lunches
- Special diet menus
Business
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Children's menu
Spa & Leisure
- Beach umbrellas
- Live entertainment
- Leisure/ TV room
- Spa & wellness centre
- Steam room
- Back massage
- Head massage
- Full body massage
- Foot massage
Room view
- City view
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Mini-bar
- Soundproofed rooms
- Sitting area
- Dressing area
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Dining table
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Essential information about Brijrama Palace, Varanasi - By The Ganges
| 💵 Lowest room price | 248 £ |
| 📏 Distance to centre | 3.8 km |
| ✈️ Distance to airport | 30.4 km |
| 🧳 Nearest airport | Varanasi, VNS |
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