The Gateway Hotel Ganges
The Gateway Hotel Ganges Varanasi is a comfortable, tasteful hotel and an ideal base from which to explore the ancient holy city of Varanasi.
Nestled on 40 acres of lush, landscaped gardens, The Gateway Hotel Ganges Varanasi is an excellent base from which to explore the ancient holy city of Varanasi. Refurbished in 2017, this property has all the facilities you would expect of a five-star hotel including an excellent fitness centre and sparkling outdoor swimming pool.
There are a 130 tastefully decorated rooms and suites at The Gateway Hotel Ganges Varanasi, spread across a range of categories. Facing the city or the pool, all are generously sized and feature wooden floors. Yoga mats are available in your room, along with amenities such as safes and Wi-Fi access.
Dining options on the premises include two restaurants – one specialising in international fare, the other, Indian cuisine. There is also a bar where finger food and a wide selection of premium beverages can be enjoyed. Concierge can assist with tours to sites such as the famous Vishwanath Temple or with bookings at the hotel’s wellness spa, which offers a wide range of relaxing massages.
Location
How to get to The Gateway Hotel Ganges Varanasi
The Gateway Hotel Ganges Varanasi is located around 20km from Varanasi’s Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport, a journey of around 40 minutes by road.
The Gateway Hotel Ganges Varanasi Highlights
- A comfortable, recently refurbished five-star hotel
- Offering a wide range of tasteful rooms and suites
- With excellent recreational facilities including a gym and pool
- A good range of onsite dining options
- Easy access to Vishwanath Temple, ghats and many other sites of Varanasi
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Taj Nadesar Palace
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The Gateway Hotel Ganges
The Gateway Hotel Ganges Varanasi is a comfortable, tasteful hotel and an ideal base from which to explore the ancient holy city of Varanasi.
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The Park Hotel
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Itineraries
The following tours are private, independent and can be easily customised to suit your personal travelling requirements. Please contact us to begin designing your personalised India experience.
Backwater Cruise
This relaxed cruise explores Kerala in south India, a tranquil region characterised by spice plantations, beautiful beaches and languid backwaters.
Classical India
This classical India itinerary combines Mughal treasures such as the Taj Mahal with the royal architecture of Rajasthan’s most famous cities.
Golden Triangle
This classic Golden Triangle India Tour takes in the architectural treasures of Delhi, Jaipur and of course, Agra's magnificent Taj Mahal.
Himalayan Foothills
This tour combines the holy Sikh city of Amritsar with beautiful hilltop towns including McLeod Ganj, present home of the Dalai Lama.
Icons of India
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Palaces and Forts of Rajasthan
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Varanasi, Kolkata and the Ganges Overview
Why Varanasi, Kolkata & The Ganges: The Ganges River and historic cities like Varanasi lie at the heart of Hindu religion and culture. Explore the temples, laneways, markets, riverbanks and ghats, which offer a fascinating glimpse into ancient living history.
When to Go: October to March is the best time to visit when the days are drier and clearer, and temperatures mild.
Combine With: The Golden Triangle comprised of Delhi, Agra (Taj Mahal) and Jaipur (Rajasthan), Khajuraho or the tiger parks of Bandhavgarh and Kanha.
Getting There: Varanasi and Kolkata can be reached by air, train or road.