Shiva lodge

–Excellent location – show map
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Scored 9.1
Rated wonderful

Staff

9.8

About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: Shiva Lodge in Varanasi offers a lodge with a terrace and free WiFi. Guests enjoy lake and river views, complemented by a shared bathroom. Convenient Facilities: The property features a 24-hour front desk, car hire, and parking. Additional amenities include a terrace and a 4-minute walk to Dasaswamedh Ghat. Prime Location: Located 17 mi from Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport, the lodge is close to attractions such as Kashi Vishwanath Temple (984 feet) and Dasaswamedh Ghat. Guest Satisfaction: Highly rated by guests for its friendly host, convenient location, and family-friendly environment.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular amenities

  • Free Wifi
  • 24-hour front desk

Property highlights

Located in the top-rated area in Varanasi, this property has an excellent location score of 9.7!

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See what guests loved the most:

Richard
France France
“We were surprised about how cosy the place is. We had a warm welcome and a very convenient stay. The location is great to visit the ghats.”
Michael
United States United States
“I liked its location to the ghatts , and that rani, Kavita , sheru and Pinki keep it clean and organized.”
Martin
Spain Spain
“I stayed for 6 nights at the Shiva lodge and liked it very much, it became my home in Varanasi. An oasis where you can rest and unwind after wandering around the ghats and the intensity of the city. I stayed during winter which is not the best...”
Evans
United States United States
“This property is in a wonderful location and the hosts are truly remarkable! They helped me get from their lodge to the bus station which is the toughest part. They were also able to help me do foreign money exchange as Varanasi banks were out of...”
Piotr
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“-Helpful and friendly staff - Good location for seeing areas of interest - Close to places to eat - Internet worked well”
Cristian
Romania Romania
“Ideal location, host very helpfull with everything”
Nikunj
India India
“I recently stayed at Shiva Lodge for four nights and had an exceptional experience. It is the perfect place to immerse yourself in the authentic charm of Varanasi. The host, Pinky Ji, is incredibly humble and always willing to help, ensuring a...”
Maxime
Australia Australia
“Pinky has been a fabulous host. She runs a nice little homestay, tucked in a small alley by a temple, with a rooftop overlooking the Ganges. The location is great, and Pinky was helpful. I enjoyed our little chats everyday :) Also great hot...”
Nitesh
India India
“Location was excellent just behind Dashwamedha Ghat and nearby from Kashi Vishwanath Mandir. Amenities were good as well. Only thing is it's bang next to Varahi Devi temple which is open from 7.30 to 9.00 am and due to which people start gather...”
Joan
United States United States
“It's an old city, and an old guest house, rooms are dated but clean, shared a bathroom on every floor, doorways will try to decapitate you so duck! The place is charming, a rocks throw from everything you want to see, and the location is amazing...”

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Amenities of Shiva lodge

Great facilities! Review score, 8.7

Most popular amenities

  • Free Wifi
  • 24-hour front desk

House rules

Shiva lodge takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 12:00 PM
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 10:30 AM to 11:00 AM
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children over 5 are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Adult (18+ years)
Extra bed upon request
Rs. 300 per person, per night

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There are no cribs available at this property.

All extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cash only
This property only accepts cash payments.

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Please note that all Indian couples must present a marriage certificate upon check-in.

Please inform Shiva lodge 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.

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

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