Brij Rama Palace Varanasi
Over Darbhanga House Ghat, Near Munshi Ghat, Bangali Tola, Varanasi, India
Digpatiya Ghat
32 Rooms
Traditional Elegance & Lively
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MICHELIN Guide’s Point Of View
Varanasi isn’t just another holiday destination. This city, on the banks of the Ganges in Uttar Pradesh, is a pilgrimage site, one of the spiritual centers of India, and is worthy of a certain amount of reverence, even from secular travelers. To that end, Varanasi’s most extraordinary hotel makes a few demands on its guests: there’s no alcohol served here, and all meals are strictly vegetarian. Deal-breakers for some, perhaps, but an experience like the one you’ll have at Brij Rama Palace is worth a bit of sacrifice.
You’ll arrive by boat via the Ganges, rather than attempt to wrestle with Varanasi’s snarled roads, and you’ll find yourself in an eclectic environment — the building was first a fort, then an aristocratic residence, and now, as a luxury hotel, its interiors span any number of eras and styles. The elevator is a replacement for what is alleged to have been the first one installed in South Asia, and the furnishings and décor lavishly recall the past — though there’s nothing faded about Brij Rama. With a mere 32 rooms, it’s rather more intimate than you might expect, a welcome contrast with the often overwhelming scenes you’ll see on your hotel-sponsored outings along the river.
You’ll arrive by boat via the Ganges, rather than attempt to wrestle with Varanasi’s snarled roads, and you’ll find yourself in an eclectic environment — the building was first a fort, then an aristocratic residence, and now, as a luxury hotel, its interiors span any number of eras and styles. The elevator is a replacement for what is alleged to have been the first one installed in South Asia, and the furnishings and décor lavishly recall the past — though there’s nothing faded about Brij Rama. With a mere 32 rooms, it’s rather more intimate than you might expect, a welcome contrast with the often overwhelming scenes you’ll see on your hotel-sponsored outings along the river.
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Location
Brij Rama Palace Varanasi
Over Darbhanga House Ghat, Near Munshi Ghat, Bangali Tola, Varanasi, India
Digpatiya Ghat
Amenities & Services
- Free wi-fi
- Self service parking (charges apply)
- Off street parking
- Room service
- Restaurant
- 24 hour room service
- Spa
- Yoga
- Gym
- 100% non-smoking hotel
- Concierge
- 24 hour front desk
- Doctor on call
- Adjoining rooms
- Air conditioning
- Smoking rooms (on request)
- Multi-lingual staff
- Wake-up service
- Rooftop terrace bar
- Lounge
- Luggage storage
- No pets allowed
- Shopping area nearby
- Parking
- Shuttle service
- Designated smoking area
Need to Know
- No liquor and only vegetarian food are allowed.
- Eligible Plus reservations: Welcome amenities may be delivered to your room after you check in. A “Do Not Disturb” status may impact the delivery of these amenities.
Check in:
14:00
Check out:
12:00
Credit cards accepted
Sustainability Measures and Certifications
We ask every hotel in our selection how they are working to make a positive impact on the planet and in their community. This hotel has confirmed the following measures are in place.
Guest Rooms and Public Spaces
- Uses renewable energy
- Uses energy-efficient heating and cooling
- Uses energy-efficient lighting
- Cleans with eco-friendly products
- Gives guests the option to reuse linens and towels
- No single-use plastic straws
- No single-use plastic toiletries
- No single-use plastics
Dining
- Farms organic or hydroponic produce on property
- Sources produce from local farms
- Creates seasonal menus from locally sourced produce
- Offers vegan menu options
- Composts food waste
- Reduces food waste
Community and Environment
- Purchases from locally owned businesses
- Hires locally with fair wages, benefits, and advancement
- Actively supports the needs of the local community
- Trains staff in sustainability best practices
- Trains staff in local cultural heritage
- Provides volunteer opportunities for guests and staff
- Restores and protects natural ecosystems and wildlife
- Measures and reduces water waste