Dwivedi Hotels Sri Omkar Palace

Great location near the Ganga But hard to get to using a vehicle Suitable for backpackers and solo travelers

The hotel was absolutely terrible. We didn’t even stay for a night and left immediately. The room was tiny and. There was no room to even keep our bag on the floor to unpack. The room showed to us on the internet site was different from the one given to us. The price of 8000 per night was absolutely not worth it and we checked in to a 5 star for that price. The hotel is located very far from the main road and no taxi or auto can enter that area. It’s a 15 or 20 min walk through narrow , congested micro mini lanes to reach the place. We were 2 ladies on this trip and didn’t feel safe in that locality. Later, our guide told us that she wouldn’t venture tere by herself but would take her husband ***** in case she needed to pick up a guest.

This is a great accommodation for staying on the Varanasi ghats. Certainly, there are the usual obstacles of getting there with motorised restrictions beyond Godowlia, so if you've not stayed in this area of Varanasi before, I advise contacting the hotel and requesting assistance for the last km. The Ganga facing rooms are definitely the pick. These rooms are sometimes smaller, so check the actual room sizes when booking, and if you like extra space, you'll need to ay a little more. We stayed in one of the non-river facing ground floor rooms and it was excellent. Plenty of space and well designed. I looked at the upper river-facing rooms and they are very pleasant. The staff are proficient, attentive and ready to help with all requirements. The rooms exceptionally clean, which is a pleasure in a city notorious for its dirtiness, as Gandhi outrageously pointed out. Location is perfect - somehow it overlooks the Ganga as if you were right on the ghats, and the breakfast area on the roof has a spectacular view. Food for breakfast was excellent, and the staff there are very good. We didn't have any other meals than breakfast, so I can't speak for that. The hotel sits just off Bangali Tola, which is one of the most interesting laneways for travellers, with numerous cafes and restaurants, although I recommend eating main meals at Keshari's on Dashashwamedha Rd. Definitely, I would choose Sri Omkar Palace again were I to return to Varanasi.

Varanasi can be a whirlwind for the senses, but Dwivedi Hotels Sri Omkar Palace became my peaceful oasis. It wasn't just a hotel, it felt like stepping into a friend's warm home. The staff were like family - always ready with a smile and a helping hand. They helped me to bring our luggages by navigate the bustling lanes of Varanasi, Mr Shivam the manager recommending hidden gems and ensuring I didn't miss a thing. My room, simple yet comfortable, was my sanctuary after a long day of exploring. But the real star was the view! Waking up to the Ganges flowing by my window was pure magic. Sipping my morning chai on the rooftop restaurant with that view in front of me - well, let's just say it was a million times better than any meditation app! Speaking of the rooftop, it became my favorite spot. The breakfast and dinner meals was above average, and the gentle Ganges breeze was the perfect antidote to the city's heat. Dwivedi Hotels Sri Omkar Palace isn't a luxury stay, but it's something much more special. It's a place that captures the essence of Varanasi - warm, welcoming, and full of stories. It's a place that will stay with you long after you check out.

Apart from the rooms being clean and tidy, the position is fantastic and is basically right on the Ganga river, you walk down to the Ghats (choice of 2 direct access points) in 2 minutes! Perfect for doing a sunrise or sunset Ganga Ceremony boat experience. The rooftop bar/restaurant is fantastic! You can't beat the panoramic views of the Ganga from here. With a cold drink in hand late in the cooler afternoon with the view is perfection! The staff are excellent, you can ask for any kind of assistance, like organise a guide (I recommend Lalit - ask for him!), any information, transfers etc and they are more than happy to help or organise it for you. Yes, you have to walk a little way from the main roads where you get out of your car, but you're in Varanasi - you should be expecting this!! But if you make contact with the staff before hand they can organise your entire transfer from the train or plain and porters will meet you at the car to not only take your bags but guide you the way there.