Moustache Varanasi

In Assi Ghat, Varanasi — a hostel-style guesthouse steps from the Ganges. Minutes from Asi Ghat and Tulsi Ghat, and about a 5-minute drive to Kashi Vishwanath Temple and Dasaswamedh ghat. Ideal for temple visits and riverfront sunrise rituals.

A breezy, open-from-three-sides property with a cosy common room and a rooftop terrace that looks over the Majestic River Ganges. Offers mixed and female-only dorms plus 15 private guestrooms. Selected rooms include air conditioning, lockers and daily housekeeping; bathrooms have showers and some feature bidets. Irons available on request.

Complimentary Wi-Fi throughout, a games room, library and a playroom for kids. Rooftop terrace and garden for chill evenings. Tour assistance, luggage storage, laundry, a doctor on call, free self-parking and multilingual staff keep stays easy and low-fuss. Wake up to Ganges-breeze mornings on the roof.

Complimentary wireless internet, 24-hour front desk, luggage storage and free self parking — simple conveniences for arrivals, departures and short stays.

An on-site restaurant serves satisfying meals on the premises. The tour desk can point you to nearby spots to sample authentic Banarasi flavors.