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Ram Bhawan Kautilya Society Residence

D 20/21, Munshi Ghat | Old Varanasi, Varanasi 221001, India
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London, United Kingdom
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24 reviews 24 reviews
17 hotel reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 16, 2013 NEW

A really good location, such nice food (which you could eat off of the immaculately clean floors) and staff and awesome place to meet other travellers. I would just waste time expanding on all the other positive reviews already submitted, so I'll keep it brief and say that your money will not be wasted staying here.

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Patna, India
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 15, 2013 NEW

This was recommended to me by a friend and I was going to Varanasi with 2 others for a weekend. From arriving at Rambhavan with uncomplicated and good, yet not too detailed directions till the point when we left we kept telling ourselves how nice the place was. The experience at Ram Bhavan was an integral part of our experience... More

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k.terengganu, malaysia
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6 reviews 6 reviews
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5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 14, 2013

i foolishly write a review explaining this awesome guest house, posted it under the name of Shiva guesthouse. i got really confused. mujhe maaf kadho.. stayed for 2 nights in Ram Bhawan Kautilya Society Residence.. i instantly fall to its charm.. such a gem, quiet, and very near to Rani Ghat.. stayed in a room with 4 ladies ( we... More

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Udaipur, India
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7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 10, 2013

Our journey to Varanasi started on date 8th April first a little apprehensive about staying at an unconventional lodging other than our kids or us our used to. But then the stay at Ram Bhawan wash really a stay where we did not miss any trapping of a luxury hotel. Ram Bhawan did simply envelope us with all its charm.... More

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New Delhi, India
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 24, 2013

I went to kashi in the first week of march, after a short stop over at Allahbad for the Maha Kumbh Mela 2013 A friend's friend had recommended Ram Bhawan and me and my friend landed up there, without any pre bookings... We thankfully got a nice cozy room to stay in for the next few days we were there...... More

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Rome, Italy
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 17, 2013

I wish I could have stayed longer in this place... it's like a big family that welcomes you, it's a lot more than an hotel. Super clean, super good food and in the heart of the city. The staff is so nice and ready for a chat or to give you advices for what to do or see in the... More

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Bangalore, India
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 3, 2013

The guest house is an excellent place to stay. I stayed in the dormitory - a very nice large room. The facilities are very good - hot water, breakfast, very friendly & helpful staff. Since the place is situated quite a bit away from the roads, it is a very quite place and there is no traffic noise.The only 'drawback'... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 19, 2013

A wonderful base for exploring Varanasi. Not just because it is convenient, spotlessly clean, very friendly, but because it is part of a society that promotes understanding of the city and its sites, preservation and regeneration of its monuments and neighbourhoods. We went on a cultural tour with the Society and were blown away - worth every rupee.

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Kolkata (Calcutta), India
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed December 24, 2012

I found it from internet and Stayed here for 2 days in Feb'2012 .It is totally different from a Hotel. Place is very homely, and the food is also very good. The best part is the rooftop resturant which opens in the evening and you can meet people from different countries over a coffee or snacks. The place is a... More

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New Delhi, India
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3 hotel reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed December 19, 2012

You reach Ram Bhavan after winding through miles of alleys and possibly dodging dozens of cows. That's de rigueur in the ancient city of Benares. But once you reach the place, it feels like an oasis in a city where you always have to watch out. It's a friendly, laid-back city, but there can be too many distractions vying for... More

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Address: D 20/21, Munshi Ghat | Old Varanasi, Varanasi 221001, India
Region: India > Uttar Pradesh > Varanasi
Amenities:
Business Center Free Breakfast Free High-Speed Internet Kitchenette Restaurant
Hotel Style:
Ranked #4 of 52 Specialty lodging in Varanasi
Price Range: $
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Ram Bhavan is the hospitality structure of the Kautilya Society. A four floor building architected in a traditional style in the historical area near Dashashwamedh Ghat, with a terrace with a wonderful view on the river and the city. It is the residential facility for members in Varanasi, providing accommodation with half board and lodging throughout the year. At Ram Bhavan members can enjoy the warmth and protection of a family-style environment, as well as the good and reliable meals of our personally-trained cook. ... more   less 
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