Guleria Kothi - Heritage By The Ganges - Varanasi

Heritage hotel on the Ganges with boat-only access in Varanasi

Arrival & Location

Guests reach Guleria Kothi - Heritage By The Ganges via complimentary boat service from Namo Ghat, an experience that begins on the river itself. The hotel sits on Guleria Ghat, a restored 18th-century riverfront house built from local Chunar sandstone, with direct views of the Ganges. Kashi Vishwanath Temple and Dasaswamedh Ghat are within a 10-15 minute walk through the narrow lanes of Varanasi.

Rooms & Amenities

Air-conditioned rooms at this heritage hotel offer private bathrooms with bathrobes, a work desk, and a minibar with complimentary soft drinks and snacks. Each room includes a television with Netflix and free WiFi, while river-facing rooms provide direct views of the Ganges from the windows. The property has a lift, a 24-hour front desk, and a business centre with fax and photocopying services.

Dining

Café Guleria serves fusion cuisine in a serene atmosphere overlooking the river, offering a selection of snacks and beverages. The in-house restaurant on the rooftop provides Indian, American, Italian, Mediterranean, and Mexican dishes, with a thali that serves two persons and must be ordered in advance. Both outlets are family-friendly and use local ingredients, with a coffee house on site for lighter meals.

Cultural Experiences & Entertainment

The hotel arranges curated heritage walks, temple tours, and guided visits to the weavers colony, with local guides like Deepak available. Evening entertainment includes live traditional Indian music performances in the courtyard, and themed dinner nights are offered on request. The property also organises Ganga Aarti visits, providing a vantage point and boat transport to Dasaswamedh Ghat.

Events & Services

Private event spaces at Guleria Kothi can accommodate up to 200 guests, making it suitable for celebrations and gatherings. The hotel provides 24-hour concierge service, luggage storage, and a tour desk that arranges car hire and airport shuttle pickups. Daily housekeeping, dry cleaning, and laundry services are available, along with a barber/beauty shop on site.

• Arrival: Complimentary boat transfer from Namo Ghat to the hotel
• Location: On Guleria Ghat, walking distance to Kashi Vishwanath Temple
• Rooms: 15 air-conditioned rooms with river views and Netflix
• Dining: Café Guleria and rooftop restaurant serving Indian, American, Italian cuisines
• Experiences: Heritage walks, temple tours, live music, Ganga Aarti visits
• Events: Private event spaces for up to 200 guests