I was born and brought up in Banaras. I have seen this city in its quiet morning light and in its overwhelming evening rush. I know its magic, and I know its chaos.
Many visitors arrive with beautiful expectations but leave feeling tired. Not because Banaras disappoints, but because the intensity is hard to navigate if you don’t stay in the right place.
That is why we are here. Our homestay in Varanasi near Assi Ghat is positioned for balance: a short walk to the river, yet tucked inside a peaceful residential colony—so you can experience Banaras fully, and still come back to rest.
Through Explore Banaras, we go beyond just offering a room. We smooth out the edges of your trip with honest guidance, itinerary planning, and practical support.
You explore the ancient city; we handle the modern chaos.
While our manifesto promises you a peaceful space, my personal goal is to promise you a seamless journey.
As the founder of Explore Banaras, I view hospitality through the lens of a traveler. I know that a great trip isn’t just about a comfortable bed—it’s about having a trusted friend in a new city.
Whether you need help planning your sunrise boat ride, finding a safe spot for street food, or just navigating the local culture, I am always available to guide you. We have designed this stay to offer you complete privacy, yet you will never feel isolated.
From the moment you book until the moment you depart, you have my support and local expertise to ensure your time in Varanasi is exactly what you hoped it would be.
EXCELLENT Based on 86 reviews Posted on KarunaVerified Amazing property ❤️ Very well located. 🙌🏼Assi Ghat just 5 mins walk, Terracotta Café hardly 5–7 mins, and Ravidas Ghat just 2 mins away. The host (Mr. Vaibhav) is extremely sweet and supportive, always available and guiding us daily about places to visit and food options. It was my first Airbnb experience and honestly, it was superb. Room was neat, clean, spacious, with a balcony and ghat view. Caretaker (ashok ji) was also very helpful. Highly recommended!🙏🏼✨ Property 5/5Hygiene 5/5Location 5/5Host & Hospitality 5/5Overall Experience 5/5Posted on Pedda HarshavardhanVerified Quiet clean place , close to Ravidas Ghat.Vaibhav is a great host, helpful and responsive.Posted on NishaVerified We had a wonderful stay at the airbnb. Simple and cosy, away from the crowd, few minutes away from Assi Ghat,partial ganga view. The host has been incredibly helpfull. He sent us all needed contacts and locations. My kid has been ill he has procatively helped me with doctor's appointments as well. Extremely Delighted with my stay. Happy and Contented with all happy memories for life.Posted on AniruddhVerified The place is exactly as described. Beautifully located at a walking distance from the Assi Ghat, very close to the Ravidas Ghat too. Good food options, lots of local to-dos around. Vaibhav is a great host who started proactive communication we'll before we arrived and ensured regular check-ins on us if things were fine, and with regular recommendations of things to do with detailed links and references. The caretakers Ashok and Bhola are super helpful and available throughout. I stayed with a toddler and my spouse and we were very comfortable in the room. Basic amenities were readily available, they also provided a heater to beat the December winters. linen, etc. was clean too!Very economical for a premium city in busy season. 100% recommended.Posted on KirtidaVerified this stay was exceptional, not just because of the space, but because of the people behind it. the host and the helpers went above and beyond to accommodate us, especially during unexpected flight cancellations, making a stressful situation feel completely manageable. their warmth, patience, and genuine care made us feel truly looked after.they also ensured we experienced the place like locals, sharing insights and helping us navigate the area in a way that made the trip feel authentic rather than touristy.the location itself is a rare balance; private, quiet, and deeply peaceful, yet perfectly walkable to all major spots. it felt like a retreat without ever feeling disconnected.this wasn’t just a stay, it was an experience. highly recommended and deeply appreciated.Posted on AditiVerified Loved staying here.The place is a 2 minute walk from Ravidas Ghat. Extremely peaceful. Great room!Vaibhav’s recommendations turned out to be really great. Would definitely recommend!Posted on SanjibVerified The place looks very clean, peaceful and quiet. The service level from the staffs were quite nice and friendly. But what stood out was host Vaibhav’s involvement, almost 24x7 availability and pro active cooperation in everything that one could think of. He would not only stop in forwarding you loads of information starting from food, transportation, routes, pandits and so on but provided very relevant/ valuable guidance and advice on matters where I believe others would mostly stay away, he truly manifested as an ‘ Ideal Host’.Posted on PragyaVerified I absolutely loved my stay! The space feels comforting and homely, and the location is peaceful. The host was quick to respond, very supportive, I would definitely choose this place again whenever I visit!♥️Posted on ShalineeVerified I went to Banaras for the first time with my parents and was quite skeptical about how it would be...but despite of Vaibhav physically not being available at the venue ensured that everything was taken care of right from the arrival to the city till leaving the place. He was constantly checking in and sharing his suggestions.Even Askhok and Bhola Bhaiya the house incharges were extremely helpful and very prompt with all the services.My parents and I thoroughly enjoyed our stay and I can't wait go be back and stay there again...It was a lit!! :) Highly recommendable!!Posted on GarvitVerified The place was very good and close to the assi ghat. And Vaibhav was amazing he shared a the details of thehouse as well as of the things we can do in the city.Verified by TrustindexTrustindex verified badge is the Universal Symbol of Trust. Only the greatest companies can get the verified badge who has a review score above 4.5, based on customer reviews over the past 12 months. Read more
Yes, this is our biggest advantage. While we are just a 5-minute walk from Assi Ghat, our home is tucked inside a residential lane. You get the convenience of the location without the constant honking or loudspeakers.
Absolutely. We live here with our family, and the neighborhood is a safe, well-lit residential colony. Being part of the Explore Banaras network, we are always available to guide you on safe routes and transport.
Yes, our lane is wide enough for cars.
Yes! We offer simple, hygienic, vegetarian Satvik meals prepared in our family kitchen. It is the safest way to enjoy local flavors without worrying about your stomach.
We use a high-speed fiber connection suitable for video calls and streaming. Many digital nomads stay with us specifically for the mix of peace and connectivity.
Yes, we offer select rooms with direct views of the Ganges. Since these are limited, they tend to get booked first.
However, our home is located directly opposite the Ghat. So, whether you have a window view or not, you are just steps away from the water. You can watch the sunrise at the river and be back in your room for morning chai in less than two minutes.
A unit of Vasundhara Hospitality
Nagwa Rd, Assi, Varanasi-221005.
Located behind Ravidas Ghat. Car access available up to the gate.
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