Top 12 Airbnb Vacation Rentals In Varanasi, India - Updated 2024

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Varanasi is considered one of the holiest cities in the country, attracting millions of tourists. This city is of importance to the rich histories of Buddhism and Hinduism, which is why you can find countless historical places here. Particularly, Hindus believe that those who die here attain salvation. Locals and pilgrims perform rituals along the river Ganges, which is embanked with ghats. At dusk, people rent boats to watch priests perform a Hindu worship ritual, Ganga Aarti, at Dashashwamedh Ghat. With many unique things to do, Varanasi is the place to be. If you’re visiting, check out the top Airbnb vacation rentals in Varanasi, India, below.

We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 12, 2024.

1. Penthouse Benares (from USD 54)

Inspired by the colors of Greece and the Ghats of Benares, Penthouse Benares is truly a sight for sore eyes. This aesthetically pleasing rental has two queen-size beds for four and a lovely kitchen with all the essential equipment. There’s a television with standard cable for entertainment, but you can also stream movies on your devices because WiFi is available.

The highlight of this rental is its terrace. It’s spacious and beautifully furnished: you can find a grill and an outdoor dining area here. So, feel free to cook burgers or steaks while enjoying the view.

Free parking is available on the premises if you’re driving to Varanasi.

Stayed at this property?
Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, India
2.08 km (1.3 mi) from Shri Kashi Vishwanath Temple
86 reviews   Superhost Wifi Available
ENTIRE RENTAL UNIT 2 Beds 5 Guests 2 Bedrooms 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 5

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
the rooms are comfortable and equipped with all the necessary
the place looks exactly like the pictures and both bedrooms are comfortable and nice
the apartment is lovely and has 2 nicely decorated bedrooms bathroom is large and has all the amenities
beautiful terrace comfortable beds good connectivity
Cleanliness:
clean bathroom nice and clean bedrooms with clean linens and a terrace view
spotlessly clean beautifuly decorated and waaaay better than the photos
it has a beautiful holistic feel clean and modern
the place was neat and clean
place is beautifully done up and kept clean
Host:
host is nice and assisted us well
host was great warm and welcoming and had great response time
the host is very friendly and responsive
the hosts are really warm and made us feel very welcome
great place and very helpful owner
Location:
the location is also right in the middle of everything and most tourist places are very easily accessible
location is amazing as all the places and major food outlets are nearby
good location easy to get an uber/ rikshaw from outside and is not too far from the ghats
great place very well located and sahej was very very helpful during my whole stay
will highly recommend to anyone who want good ambience place close to assi ghat
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2. RR Homestay (from USD 54)

Clean and cozy, RR Homestay is the ideal rental for small groups. Inside, you can find two single beds and one double bed, so up to four people can be accommodated here. The television has standard cable, so you can enjoy a movie marathon in your spare time. Feel free to cook something delicious in the well-equipped kitchen when you’re hungry.

You can lounge on the patio during lazy afternoons, sipping your favorite drink while breathing in the fresh air. For guests with cars, free parking is available on the premises.

Stayed at this property?
Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, India
1.69 km (1.1 mi) from Shri Kashi Vishwanath Temple
80 reviews   Superhost Wifi Available
ENTIRE RENTAL UNIT 3 Beds 4 Guests 2 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms

Accommodates: 4

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
very comfortable place with all the amenities
it has ac in both rooms which are well taken care of and well serviced
he is proactive and supportive and made our stay comfortable
about apartment : i appreciate the way it is managed by mr rajiv
Cleanliness:
very clean and value for money
the apartment was clean and neat
it was very clean and extremely well-managed
super clean and amazing location
apartment is spacious and clean
Host:
about host : very cooperative and amazing host
owner is supportive and will make you will feel like home
rajeev was a good host
rajiv was a wonderful host
his suggestions were really helpful during our stay
Location:
location is easily accessible by e rickshaws
bnb is located in a very peaceful location and has nearby shops also
the location of the house was also very good
rajiv also helped us with making arrangements for transportation for visiting nearby places like vindhyachal etc
had a great stay at rajiv's place
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3. Two-bedroom condo unit for six (from USD 42)

This two-bedroom Airbnb in Varanasi is set at the heart of the city, only 1 km (0.6 mi) from Durga Mandir and 3 km (1.9 mi) away from Kashi Vishwanath Temple.

Capable of sleeping up to six guests, it offers a double bed in two bedrooms. The living room provides extra sleeping space with a single bed, a sofa bed, and a couch. The host offers tour guides, bicycle and car rental services, and airport transfers for your convenience. Moreover, pets are permitted here.

Stayed at this property?
Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, India
5.4 km (3.4 mi) from Shri Kashi Vishwanath Temple
89 reviews   Wifi Available
ENTIRE CONDO 4 Beds 6 Guests 2 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms

Accommodates: 6

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
overall the 2-night stay was moderately a comfortable one with all the basic amenities in place
we had a lovely stay at the apartment
the bed is comfortable bathroom and terrace are excellent
the kitchen was equipped and had strong acs
best air bnb near assi ghat best hospitality very clear room with proper kitchen set up
Cleanliness:
very clean and cosy stay
stay was clean and comfortable
room cleaning is carried out on a daily basis and the flat is kept clean
nitin house was maintained clean and tidy
it was clean and the beds were comfy
Host:
his family was a great host and highly appreciate all the help
the host is really helpful and understanding
they treat their hosts like their family members
the owners are very nice people with a gentle character of hospitality
also the host is very warm n extremely helpful
Location:
very quite and peaceful location
nitin's apartment is a good place to stay for a family
a great place to stay
reviewed 29 july 2014this is a great place to stay and i can't recommend it highly enough
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4. Convenient rental unit with private parking (from USD 46)

This two-bedroom apartment is perfect for leisure travelers exploring the city, as it provides quick access to many points of interest, such as Durga Mandir and Sankat Mochan Hanuman Temple.

It features a living room and a fully equipped kitchen where you can cook your own food with ease. If you need grocery items, the host can have them delivered to you for a minimal service charge. This property also provides complimentary private parking, so you need not worry about bringing a car.

Stayed at this property?
Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, India
3.03 km (1.9 mi) from Shri Kashi Vishwanath Temple
86 reviews   Wifi Available
Entire loft 5 Beds 5 Guests 2 Bedrooms 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 5

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
place was really comfortable and filled with necessary amenities
Cleanliness:
the rooms were clean a bit more what i expected
place is clean and comfortable for family and friends
the place is comfortable and clean with all the basic necessities
clean and beautifully designed rooms truly a boutique experience with all basic amenities
Host:
the host is very helpful and approachable
the host is very accommodating and helpful
caretaker was very helpful
good place with helpful staff
thanks to the host and egarden for the wonderful hospitality
Location:
it is great place to stay and everything is near by as well
the place is near to most of the tourist attractions
very good place is egarden
hosts were very cool and someone who is willing to stay in a peaceful location - can try
it's a great place to stay in varanasi
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Varanasi Tour Guide

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Farman Guia Turstico

Hello Travellers people calle me Farman a experienced freelance tour guide. I work with several Free Tours company and we would love to show you around and give you the best tips and recomendations. If you travel in India you will discover a new aspect of this wonderful city. If it is your first visit i warn you one thing: you will fall in love in love with India and you will end up coming back.

Tours by Farman guia turstico

Varanasi Tour Guide

Narender Kumar

Narender Kumar

I have been a tour guide/ escort for more than 10 years and have guided tourists pan India to historical and cultural heritage sites, national parks & bird sancturies, monuments places like- Delhi , Agra, Jaipur, Khajuraho Exotic Temples, Ranthambore National Park, Mumbai, Nashik , Aurangabad ( Ajanta Rockcut Caves & Ellora Rockcut Temples ), Goa etc. I am proficient in English, Rus... Read more

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Varanasi Tour Guide

Nibedita Sen

Nibedita Sen

A hearty WELCOME to our page Happiness Activist. We are here to solve the problems of foreigners who come to explore India. Firstly, we suggest them to stop visiting the wonders and mundanes of social media advertisements about overrated traveling. We provide them the basic needs and guidelines that the audience requires when they first step into an unknown land which we have already explored. ... Read more

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5. Two-bedroom bungalow with a drawing hall (from USD 111)

This two-bedroom bungalow is your home away from home while on vacation in Varanasi. It features a common drawing hall, a well-equipped kitchen, a place where you can dine, a storage room, and two bathrooms.

Suitable for large families and groups, it provides budget-friendly accommodations for a maximum of 10 people. Each bedroom is furnished with a double bed. Additional sleeping space is also available in the living room, which also comes with a double bed. Furthermore, this property offers complimentary onsite parking.

Stayed at this property?
Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, India
2.07 km (1.3 mi) from Shri Kashi Vishwanath Temple
48 reviews   Wifi Available
Entire bungalow 3 Beds 5 Guests 2 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms

Accommodates: 5

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
comfortable and beautiful housing extended my stay
Cleanliness:
the house is clean and very well maintained
personalised attention clean & neat house & very safe place
Host:
staff is extremely helpful and polite
staff were very coperative and the food provided was amazing
i highly recommend this listing and this host
the caretaker was very kind helpful and cooperative
Location:
place is perfectly situated within few kms from viswanath temple and ghats
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6. Lovely apartment with a workstation (from USD 10)

Set on the second floor of a secure building, this lovely one-bedroom apartment offers budget-friendly accommodations in the city. It has a fully functional kitchen for preparing home-cooked meals. If you are in the area for work, you can take advantage of the tables and chairs provided.

This rental sleeps up to four people, featuring a double bed and two single beds in the bedroom. There is also a balcony and two bathrooms at your disposal.

Stayed at this property?
Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, India
1.87 km (1.2 mi) from Shri Kashi Vishwanath Temple
67 reviews   Wifi Available
ENTIRE RENTAL UNIT 3 Beds 5 Guests 1 Bedroom 2 Bathrooms

Accommodates: 5

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
host can put few more amenities like tv ac refrigerator if it's possible
the amenities are very good and i will recommend this apartment for staying for longer durations
the apartment is super nice big rooms lot of space and the super useful two bathroom
a big room where five people can stay in comfort with an adjacent room and kitchen
great kitchen small fridge would be extra nice
Cleanliness:
clean and tidy place
the apartment is very neat and clean and well connected
the apartment is very neat and clean
very clean and very big with nice balcony
the place is big and clean perfect to have a haven of calm in the middle of varanasi
Host:
great hospitality and excellent host
host also quick to help
host and co-host were very well mannered and polite
amazing hospitality location and outstanding response from host
thank you for hosting us
Location:
good location and amazing space
location; just take auto to kerala cafe for good breakfast dinner and you're near the ghats
the location is great easily accessible and convenient
the location is good and well connected
nice stay at rishi's place
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7. Pet-friendly condo unit with kitchen (from USD 115)

Centrally positioned in Varanasi, this contemporary three-bedroom Airbnb unit is only 7 km (4.4 mi) from Kashi Vishwanath Temple. Shivpur market is steps away.

It has plenty of living space, featuring a lounge, a fully functional kitchen, a dining area with a six-seater dining table, and two bathrooms. For your entertainment, a smart TV and board games are provided. This rental is ideal for leisure travelers looking for budget-friendly accommodations, as it can sleep up to nine people. Best of all, pets are allowed here.

Stayed at this property?
Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, India
6.74 km (4.2 mi) from Shri Kashi Vishwanath Temple
13 reviews   Superhost Wifi Available
ENTIRE CONDO 3 Beds 11 Guests 3 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms

Accommodates: 11

Top guest reviews
Host:
host is extremely helpful and polite
vikrant is a great host and the home provides you every comfort possible
unfortunately it wasn't available but host really knows what he's doing :)
Location:
definitely booking this place again when i come back to banaras
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8. Vintage house with a courtyard (from USD 47)

This vintage Airbnb homestay in Varanasi is ideally located in the city center. It sleeps a maximum of three people, featuring a double bed in the master bedroom and a single bed in the other bedroom. You have access to the courtyard and garden in front when you stay here. The outdoor space is huge enough for various activities, such as bonfires and yoga sessions. Furthermore, complimentary parking is provided.

This rental comes at budget-friendly rates, inclusive of a home-cooked breakfast. You will be staying on the ground floor, and the host stays in the upper level.

Stayed at this property?
Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, India
2.28 km (1.5 mi) from Shri Kashi Vishwanath Temple
69 reviews   Superhost Wifi Available Wheelchair accessible
ENTIRE HOME 2 Beds 3 Guests 2 Bedrooms 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 3

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
the house looks exactly like the pictures provided with even breakfast fruit and coffee serived during my comfy stay
Cleanliness:
great place to stay with clean rooms
the bed is very comfy and the whole place is clean
we had the first floor at our disposal everything very clean cozy and comfortable
the house is clean and his family is ready to help meet any needs you might have
the place is very clean and provides great hospitality
Host:
the host are very helpful and guided us throughout our stay
akshay is a great host
we definitely recommend this family as hosts to everybody
his mother is very kind and cooked us amazing indian breakfast
the host is very nice and helpful that the checkin and checkout process is very smooth
Location:
located in the heart of the city most popular places to visit are nearby
all other ghats you can walk easily and cover
the location was a bit challenging for the can drivers to reach but with help they did fine
it's a perfect place to stay
if you are looking for a quiet place in the city then this is the perfect place
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9. Cozy house with a strategic location (from USD 66)

Looking for an Airbnb that’s near a temple in Varanasi? Then check out this rental. Strategically positioned in the city, this cozy house is only 1.7 km (1.1 mi) from Sankat Mochan Hanuman Temple and 2.5 km (1.6 mi) from Kashi Vishwanath Temple.

It promises you a worry-free stay, offering a kitchen fully equipped with an electric kettle, a gas stove, a refrigerator, a toaster, a water purifier, cookware, and dinnerware. With a double bed and two single beds in one bedroom, and four single beds in another, this rental can cater to a maximum of eight guests.

Stayed at this property?
Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, India
1.54 km (1.0 mi) from Shri Kashi Vishwanath Temple
60 reviews   Wifi Available
PRIVATE ROOM IN HOME 7 Beds 8 Guests 2 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms

Accommodates: 8

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
the best thing was a fully funnctional kitchen
Cleanliness:
it's also perfectly clean and safe
place was very clean especially the bathrooms (which is the primary thing we look for)
the rooms and spacious and clean
house was very clean with fully equipped bathrooms
two rooms is really spacios and perfectly clean
Host:
saurabh is amazing host
the host is very kind
gatekeepers were also really kind and we appreciated their help
the hosts are welcoming and helpful
host is very polite and courteous
Location:
great place at perfect location
about the house the location is super
we recommande this place very amazing well located
sourabh's place is best location to stay in varaanasi
you can go anywhere from this location in kasi very easily
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10. Homey apartment with a covered balcony (from USD 57)

This apartment is conveniently only about a 10-minute walk from Durga Mandir. Ensuring that you feel at home, this two-bedroom abode features a fully equipped kitchen with complimentary snacks. There is also a spacious living room and dining area right outside the kitchen.

Outside, you will find a covered balcony with a seating area, a perfect spot for destressing. This property has a secure car park, providing a hassle-free stay for guests bringing cars.

Stayed at this property?
Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, India
3.0 km (1.9 mi) from Shri Kashi Vishwanath Temple
55 reviews   Superhost Wifi Available
ENTIRE CONDO 4 Beds 6 Guests 2 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms

Accommodates: 6

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
the space definitely looked amazing with vintage furniture and artthe rooms were very clean and maintained well
super classybeds are of marriott class rooms including kitchen common room and outside chilling area was immaculate
Cleanliness:
the house was spotlessly clean including the toilets
gaurav's place is very clean classy and value for money
everything was so neat and clean
Host:
gaurav was a great host
they were super hosts and took care of every details as required
gaurav is superhost and takes care of all the things and very responsive to your questions
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11. Modern condo unit with entertainment system (from USD 37)

Offering plenty of space, this modern two-bedroom condo unit can accommodate a maximum of nine people. It has all the comforts of a vacation home, including a lounge, a fully equipped kitchen, and a dining area with a six-seater dining table. The lounge has a state-of-the-art entertainment system and some board games, so you will never get bored when you stay here. What’s more, each bedroom has a king-sized bed.

This rental is pet-friendly, so do not hesitate to bring your beloved four-legged friends.

Stayed at this property?
Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, India
6.83 km (4.3 mi) from Shri Kashi Vishwanath Temple
31 reviews   Superhost Wifi Available
ENTIRE CONDO 6 Beds 11 Guests 3 Bedrooms 3 Bathrooms

Accommodates: 11

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
we got 2 fully furnished large clean apartment in very less with beautiful plants in balcony
Cleanliness:
it was clean and well maintained in a quiet area
the tatva luxurious apartment was clean and hygienic
very big area and clean with everything in the kitchen
apartment was clean very beautifully decorated with greenery in balcony
the apartment is maintained and clean location is accessible and the host vikrant is an awesome guy
Host:
great hospitality and very helpful owners
the home and host are wonderful
vikrant is an amazing host and ever ready to help
amazing hospitality and helpful guide makes the stay more fun
vikrant is very helpful and indeed a super host
Location:
excellent location excellent value for money beautiful garden balcony
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12. Two-bedroom vacation rental with a balcony (from USD 40)

This two-bedroom condo unit has a strategic location in the city, only a few minutes from Banaras Hindu University. Guaranteed to make you feel at home in Varanasi, it features a common room, a well-equipped kitchen, a dining area, and a washroom. The kitchen even has an attached balcony. Moreover, a washing machine is provided for doing your own laundry. Nonetheless, you may request laundry service for a minimal extra charge.

This property features a master bedroom with a king-sized bed and another bedroom with a double bed, making it ideal for a maximum of six people.

Stayed at this property?
Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, India
4.03 km (2.5 mi) from Shri Kashi Vishwanath Temple
18 reviews   Wifi Available
ENTIRE CONDO 2 Beds 6 Guests 2 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms

Accommodates: 6

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
clean & comfortable 2 bhk house with enough amenities to stay
Cleanliness:
very clean and spacious place
Host:
host was so helpful and responsive
amazing experience and host is very much helpful
the host was very cheerful and available for 24*7 for any issues
Location:
the space was quite spacious and it is located at really peaceful place
it is a definitely recommended place to stay
definitely a must visit place if you gonna stay in varanasi
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Discover the rich Buddhist and Hindu culture in Varanasi

The holy city of Varanasi promises a unique experience. Before you start planning for your trip here, do not forget to check out these top Airbnb vacation rentals in Varanasi, India, to know where you can stay.

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