Banaras means Kashi city, which is also known as Varanasi. This is one of the oldest cities which attracts tourists because of its culture, narrow streets and delicious food. Especially people come here to visit Kashi Vishwanath Temple and also to visit the ghats of Ganga. The peace that is found on the banks of Ganga in this city is rarely found anywhere else. It is said that you can visit Banaras in just one day, but if you want to understand it properly then you should stay for at least three days. If you are also planning to come here, then know which places to stay will be budget friendly.
If you travel anywhere, traveling is not that expensive, but finding good budget friendly places to stay and eat is a task. Thousands of tourists reach Banaras every day. Some people want to have darshan of King Baba Vishwanath of Kashi, some want to take blessings of Mother Ganga, while some come here to know this city closely. Let us know about the cheap places to stay in Banaras.
Come to Place Home Stay
In Banaras you can stay in ‘Come to Place’ home stay. This is a great place from where you can also see the views of Ganga Ghat. From here you can walk to Kashi Vishwanath Temple, Kalbhairav Temple. You can also enjoy the view of Ganga Aarti from the hotel balcony. According to the information, you get a room here for Rs 600 per night.
EL PROFESOR GUEST HOUSE
You can stay at EL Professor Guest House in Banaras, in which you will get dormitories, the price of which starts from just Rs 200. You also get the facility of locker for your luggage here. It falls in Lahurabir area. Actually this is a kind of hostel. Some rooms offer spectacular views from the balcony.
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Maheshwari Dharamshala
If you are going to Banaras then you can stay at Shri Maheshwari Dharamshali. Here you will find both AC and non-AC cabins with two beds. This place is 3.5 km from Varanasi Railway Station and 2.5 km from the bus stand. Places like Dashashwamedh Ghat, Assi Ghat, Manikarnika Ghat are at a distance of 1 to 3.5 km from here. Here you get rooms ranging from Rs 500-600. The price may be more or less depending on the facilities.
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HOBO HOMES
If you are going on a solo trip to Banaras or have a gang of friends, then dormitory will be best for you, because it is also quite budget friendly. You can go to Hovo Homes, here you will have to spend only Rs 399. If you need a scooter etc. on rent for travelling, then that facility is also available here.
Sri Ram Taraka Andhra Ashram
In Banaras you can stay at Shri Ram Tarak Andhra Ashram located near Kedar Ghat. This is one of the oldest places here and is also budget friendly. You will get AC as well as non-AC rooms here. The good thing is that you can stay here with your family, because double to triple bed facilities are available.