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Hotel Alka

★★★ D 3/23 Meer Ghat, Varanasi, IN

8 guest rating· 529 reviews

About this hotel

Riverside Retreat:

Nestled just steps away from the serene River Ganga, Hotel Alka offers a tranquil escape for travelers seeking a peaceful stay amidst Varanasi's bustling streets.

Comfortable Accommodations:

Experience comfort in every corner with fan-cooled rooms equipped with modern amenities like flat-screen TVs, air-conditioning, and private bathrooms, ensuring a relaxing stay.

Convenient Facilities:

From a charming garden to a helpful tour desk, Hotel Alka provides a range of facilities to enhance your stay, including a 24-hour front desk, ticket services, and luggage storage.

Ready to unwind by the riverbanks? Book your stay at Hotel Alka now for a memorable Varanasi experience.

Rooms & rates

Alka AC Room

Sleeps 2 · 7 m² · King bed

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Partially open bathroom
  • Free WiFi
  • Shower

Alka Premium View Room

Sleeps 3 · 25 m² · King bed

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Partially open bathroom
  • Free WiFi
  • Shower

Alka Royal View Room with Balcony

Sleeps 2 · 23 m² · King bed

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Partially open bathroom
  • Free WiFi
  • Shower

Alka Basic Room Common Bath

Sleeps 2 · 7 m² · Double bed

  • Desk
  • Partially open bathroom
  • Free WiFi
  • Shower
  • Safety deposit box

Basic Single Room, 1 Twin Bed

Sleeps 1 · 6 m² · Twin bed

  • Desk
  • Partially open bathroom
  • Free WiFi
  • Shower
  • Safety deposit box

Deluxe Double Room

Sleeps 2 · 8 m² · Double bed

  • Private bathroom
  • TV
  • Telephone
  • Fan
  • Toilet

Standard Double Room (Includes Ganga Aarti and Darshan assistance to Kashi Vishwanath Temple)

Sleeps 2 · 11 m² · Double bed

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • TV

Premium Double Room (Includes Ganga Aarti and Darshan assistance to Kashi Vishwanath Temple)

Sleeps 3 · 15 m² · Queen bed

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • TV

Standard Double Room with Shared Bathroom (Includes Ganga Aarti and Darshan assistance to Kashi Vishwanath Temple)

Sleeps 3 · 11 m² · Queen bed

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • TV
  • Telephone
  • Fan

Royal View Room (Includes Ganga Aarti and Darshan assistance to Kashi Vishwanath Temple)

Sleeps 3 · 12 m² · Queen bed

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • TV

Amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tour desk
  • Room service
  • 24-hour security
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms
  • Airport shuttle (additional charge)
  • Airport drop off
  • Airport pick up
  • Car hire
  • CCTV in common areas
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  • CCTV outside property
  • Currency exchange
  • Dry cleaning
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Fruits
  • Heating
  • Ironing service
  • Laundry
  • Lift / Elevator
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Shuttle service
  • Smoke alarms
  • Terrace
  • Tour/class on local culture
  • Walking tours

Location

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D 3/23 Meer Ghat, Varanasi, IN

Check-in
from 12:00 PM to 12:00 AM
Check-out
until 11:00 AM

What guests say8529 reviews

+ Great location+ Delicious food+ Helpful staffShared bathrooms are dirtyAccessibility issues
Cleanliness7.0
Service8.9
Location9.0
Room Quality6.9
Amenities8.0
Value for Money7.4

Guest review

9.0

You can stay in a room that is adjusted to your needs(Rooms-Congested),Neat/Clean, and it is only 5 minutes away from Viswanath Darshan, 3 minutes from Kashi Vishalakshi Temple, and 15 minutes from Nandi Chauraha. One needs to walk at least ten min to 15 min from Nandi Chauraha but once reached to the hotel you will not be disappointed. I visited two times to Kashi and stayed in ALKA itself. The food and the staff were good. I reserved a room that had a bathroom attached to it. Sometimes, they don't include a bathroom in the room, so you have to book an attached one or use the shared bathroom. You can see the Ganga aarti from far away, but it is not very clear. The best thing is to look at the Ganga Maa, who is the mother of the river, right below the hotel. You can also take a holy dip in the Ganga at the same place, but only when the water is not too high. Overall stay is quiet but prices can be reduced as it is very remote 15 min walk from main Chauraha.

Prices can be reduced as it is very remote 15 min walk from main Chauraha.

P · IN · 2025-09-12

Excellent restaurant experience by waiter ‘Jidu’

10.0

My wife and I were visiting Varanasi for a few days and looking for a vegetarian restaurant - we were suggested Hotel Alka by our guide. We were served by ‘Jidu’ who was professional and helpful from the very beginning, he spoke very well in English which naturally was a bonus - especially as we wanted to avoid meals with nuts in. Food was delicious - we had 2 plain daals, 1 cheese pulao, 1 cucumber salad, 2 lassies and 2 chai’s to finish. This all came to only 920 rupees (around £7.70). We were also able to get a table with a view of the River Gange. Jidu went above and beyond - especially on our 2nd occasion here, as I wasn’t feeling too well and he was there to provide assistance where we needed, without asking of him. Definitely recommended to visit 🙏🏼

O2472KXharryf · 2025-09-07

Guest review

9.0

The hotel location in terms of view is perfect.

Accessibility via narrow streets

Goel · IN · 2025-08-28

Excellent

10.0

Good

Room service should be better

Rajat · NP · 2025-08-14

ザ、バックパッカー向け。良い経験になった。

3.0

ガンジス川に隣接していてロケーションは素晴らしい

安い部屋を利用したので仕方がないが、トイレ、シャワーが共用で汚い。お湯も出ない。ホテルへのアプローチが難しい。

Takanori · JP · 2025-08-08

Alka has very nice place to stay, I found rooms are clean, also elevator is available now there

9.0

location,room,stuffs

suman · DK · 2025-07-24

Good to know

Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

A deposit may be required at the property.

Internet

WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Parking

No parking available.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Children and extra bed policy

Children of any age are allowed.

Children up to and including 9 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.

People no matter the age stay for Rs. 200 per person per night when using an available extra bed.

You haven't added any cots.

Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.