MONALISA HOSTEL

–Excellent location – show map
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Scored 8.4
Rated very good

Free Wifi

9.3

Property highlights

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About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: MONALISA HOSTEL in Varanasi offers private bathrooms with air-conditioning, balconies with river views, and tiled floors. Each room includes a tea and coffee maker, shower, and seating area. Dining Experience: The family-friendly restaurant serves Indian, Italian, Japanese, Korean, pizza, Spanish, German, local, Asian, and international cuisines. Guests can enjoy brunch, lunch, dinner, high tea, and continental, full English/Irish, and Asian breakfasts. Amenities and Services: The hostel features a terrace, restaurant, free WiFi, paid airport shuttle service, lounge, 24-hour front desk, entertainment staff, shared kitchen, minimarket, outdoor seating area, full-day security, and room service. Prime Location: Located 17 mi from Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport, the hostel is near attractions such as Kedar Ghat (7-minute walk), Harishchandra Ghat (2297 feet), and Kashi Vishwanath Temple (less than 0.6 mi). Guests appreciate the convenient location and scenic views.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.1 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular amenities

  • Free Wifi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Breakfast

Located in the top-rated area in Varanasi, this property has an excellent location score of 9.0!

Breakfast Info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Asian

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Availability

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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

Diego
Argentina Argentina
“Old building renewed in the heart of the town, facilities very clean (nobody use shoes and they clean the shared rooms everyday), the guys are super cool and helpful, there is a roof for relaxing during the night and view of the river. It’s close...”
Joshi
India India
“Very nice n cozy place with cooperative staff Wonderful view teress”
Jha
India India
“My stay was very comfortable hostel is located to all important places and they have a good view from there roof top staff are very good owner Aman is very helpful to me for sharing the knowledge about city overall it was a great stay will come...”
Rod0390
Mexico Mexico
“Nice place in the old town, maybe some more common areas would be nice, but everything else was very good, staff was friendly and nice, very committed to their job.”
Stephen
United States United States
“Great location Great view overlooking Ganges and rooftops of Varanasi.”
Pulkit
India India
“MonaLisa Hostel is in the best lane of Varanasi, where there is a traveller vibe. The terrace and view from it is beautiful. I loved meeting other interesting travelers I got to meet there. Also I would recommend going for the river view rooms...”
Sian
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Amazing rooftop to relax on! Dorms are spacious and have everything you need. Location is ideal as is close to everything but still tucked away. Aman ensures your stay is great and shared lots of information about Varanasi. Highly recommend!”
Ashish
India India
“Amazing experience. Everything about the place is exquisite. Budget friendly, over the top facilities, amazing beds and view along with amazing staff. Central location from all places”
Juaquina
Argentina Argentina
“Stop looking! You have found the best place to stay in Varanasi :) Clean rooms, perfect location and amazing staff. I lost my backpack and they helped me with everything since the moment i stepped in the hostel. Thank you for everything and I’ll...”
Naama
Israel Israel
“staff were nice, gave towels, sheets seemed clean, location is perfect, bathroom/shower in the room”

Area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site
MONALISA CAFE & GERMAN BAKERY
  • Cuisine
    Indian • Italian • Japanese • Korean • Pizza • Spanish • German • Local • Asian • International
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner • High tea
  • Ambience
    Family-friendly • Traditional • Modern • Romantic
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian

Amenities of MONALISA HOSTEL

Great facilities! Review score, 8

Most popular amenities

  • Free Wifi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Breakfast

House rules

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Check-in
Available 24 hours
Check-out
Available 24 hours
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.
Cash only
This property only accepts cash payments.