--- title: "Taj Ganges, Varanasi, Varanasi: reviews, location & comparison" description: "Taj Ganges, Varanasi in Varanasi: rated 8.6 by guests, 5-star. Amenities, location and nearby alternatives compared side by side." url: https://stayversus.com/en/hotel/taj-ganges-varanasi-varanasi/ language: en source: StayVersus (https://stayversus.com) retrieved: 2026-10-14 --- Hotel · ★★★★★ · IHCL # Taj Ganges, Varanasi Cantonment, Varanasi, India 8.6 · Very good 311 reviews · #27 #27 of 601 in Varanasi · 3.9 Location score ## About Taj Ganges, Varanasi Taj Ganges, Varanasi is a hotel in Cantonment, Varanasi, India. It holds a 5-star rating. Guests rate it 8.6 out of 10 across 311 reviews. Facilities include swimming pool, spa, bar, free parking, 24-hour room service. It is 3.3 km from the centre of Varanasi. The nearest airport, Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport (VNS), is 18 km away. - **Type:** Hotel - **Star rating:** ★★★★★ - **Check-in from:** 14:00 - **Check-out until:** 12:00 - **Rooms:** 130 - **Floors:** 5 - **Opened:** 1981 - **Last renovated:** 2008 - **Chain:** IHCL - **Other stays within 500 m:** 14 Nadesar Palace Grounds [tajhotels.com](http://www.tajhotels.com) ## How Taj Ganges, Varanasi scores Better rated than 96% of hotels in Varanasi - Guest rating **8.6** - Location **3.9** - Facilities **5.8** - Families **1.0** - Spa & wellness **5.5** - Public transport **5.6** Varanasi average ## Amenities Swimming poolSpaBarFree parking24-hour room service ### Pool & wellness - Swimming pool - Spa - Massage ### Food & drink - Breakfast - Bar - 24-hour room service ### Internet - Wi-Fi ### Parking & transport - Free parking ### Services - Car hire - Concierge - Laundry - Luggage storage ### In the rooms - Air conditioning - Minibar - In-room safe - Coffee or tea maker Based on the property listing at our booking partner. ## Location - **Location score:** **3.9**/10 - **Walk grade:** **45**/100 Somewhat walkable - **Restaurants & cafés within 500 m:** **24** - **Sights within 1 km:** **0**
Nearest stationVaranasi Junction railway station970 m16 min walk
Nearest airportLal Bahadur Shastri International Airport (VNS)18 km40 min drive
Distance to the centreVaranasi3.3 km7 min drive
### Sights nearby - परेडकोठी-कैण्ट1.0 km - Shiv Kashi - Banaras - Varanasi काशीविश्वनाथ1.0 km - Bharat Kala Bhavan, BHU1.1 km - Mahadev Murti Bhandar2.0 km ## Taj Ganges, Varanasi: in detail Great care is taken to ensure guests experience comfort through top-notch services and amenities. Remain linked during your visit by utilizing the complimentary internet access available. Prior to your check-in date, you can arrange airport transportation services, guaranteeing a seamless and efficient experience for both arrival and departure. Discovering Varanasi becomes even more accessible, thanks to the car hire amenities provided at the hotel. The hotel offers complimentary parking for guests who arrive with their own mode of transport. Effortlessly plan your daily activities and travel requirements with concierge service, express check-in or check-out, luggage storage and safety deposit boxes provided by the front desk services. Securing top-notch tickets and reserving prime dining spots become effortless through assistance from the hotel's tours. For extended visits or whenever required, the dry cleaning service and laundry service ensures your preferred travel garments remain clean and accessible. During leisurely days and evenings, in-room amenities such as 24-hour room service, room service and daily housekeeping enable you to maximize your stay in the room. In limited designated zones, smoking is exclusively permitted. Crafted for coziness, every guestroom provides an array of features, guaranteeing a tranquil night's sleep while maintaining the level of comfort. For an elevated experience at hotel, select rooms are equipped with air conditioning to improve your stay. For certain chosen rooms, guests can enjoy in-room amusement like daily newspaper, television and cable TV as a part of their stay. Rest assured that your hydration needs will be met, as some guestrooms are equipped with a refrigerator, a coffee or tea maker, bottled water and mini bar. Maintain your cleanliness and comfort using a hair dryer and bathrobes available in select guest restrooms. Each morning at Taj Ganges, Varanasi, a scrumptious, homemade breakfast kick-starts the day. Begin your holiday mornings right with your essential cup of coffee, offered daily at the cafe on-site. During your visit, indulge in a range of delightful culinary choices at hotel to enhance your experience. Experience a fantastic evening effortlessly! Relish an entertaining night without venturing beyond the confines of the bar. Do you possess exceptional culinary skills? Prepare your meals personally within the hotel at its BBQ facilities. Indulge in the numerous pursuits available at Taj Ganges, Varanasi. Treat and spoil yourself by stopping at massage and spa for a memorable experience. Begin your holiday perfectly by taking a plunge into the swimming pool. Eliminate those holiday calories by stopping by hotel and making use of their well-equipped exercise amenities. ### Compare ## Compare Taj Ganges, Varanasi with nearby hotels Similar hotels within 3 km. 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Taj Ganges, Varanasi has a guest rating of 8.6 out of 10 from 311 reviews, which is better than 96% of rated hotels in Varanasi. ### What are the check-in and check-out times at Taj Ganges, Varanasi? Check-in starts at 14:00 and check-out is until 12:00. ### Does Taj Ganges, Varanasi include breakfast? Breakfast is available. Whether it is included depends on the rate you book. ### Does Taj Ganges, Varanasi have a pool? Yes, Taj Ganges, Varanasi has a swimming pool. ### Is there parking at Taj Ganges, Varanasi? Yes, the listing mentions free parking. ### How far is Taj Ganges, Varanasi from the airport? The nearest airport, Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport (VNS), is 18 km away in a straight line. ### How many rooms does Taj Ganges, Varanasi have? Taj Ganges, Varanasi has 130 rooms on 5 floors. Updated 6 Oct 2026. Data: Agoda, Overture Maps, OpenStreetMap, OurAirports and hotels' own websites. We may earn a commission from partner links; it never changes the comparison. 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