Title: Godaulia Travel Guide: Best of Godaulia, Varanasi Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Godaulia](https://expedia.co.uk/Godaulia-Varanasi-Hotels.0-n553248635964998428-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Varanasi](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Varanasi.d3724.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Varanasi](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Varanasi.d3724.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Godaulia Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Godaulia.d553248635964998428.Car-Hire-Guide)[Godaulia Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Godaulia.d553248635964998428.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Godaulia Travel Guide ## Varanasi ![Varanasi, India - March 07, 2025: Main ghat at Ganges river in Varanasi city, India](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635964998428/69bcd7c7-0c66-4559-9363-33dbe23e4652.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Varanasi, India - March 07, 2025: Main ghat at Ganges river in Varanasi city, India](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635964998428/69bcd7c7-0c66-4559-9363-33dbe23e4652.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Godaulia Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Varanasi travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Varanasi.dx3724) --- ### Popular places to visit ![The Shri Kashi Vishwanath Temple in Guptakashi, believed to be constructed by the Pandavas during their Guptavasa, is located in Rudraprayag, Uttarakhand, India.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6106568/c295b02c-4945-4b51-97c0-969f50144677.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kashi Vishwanath Temple After visiting Kashi Vishwanath Temple, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Varanasi. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the temples in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kashi-Vishwanath-Temple-Varanasi.d6106568.Attraction) ![Dasaswamedh ghat featuring markets as well as a large group of people](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6172590/48c7a15f-c1f0-4399-a4b0-3450d5876193.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Dasaswamedh ghat Observe sadhus conducting rituals, pilgrims bathing in holy water and priests performing the enthralling Ganga aarti ceremony on the banks of the Ganges River. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Dasaswamedh-Ghat-Varanasi.d6172590.Attraction) ![Ancient Varanasi city architecture at sunset](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6106548/948797dc-3986-41e9-9bf4-52e7b0c84489.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Assi Ghat You can find out about the history of Varanasi with a stop at Assi Ghat. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the temples in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Asi-Ghat-Varanasi.d6106548.Attraction) ![New Vishwanath Temple historical building in Varanasi, India](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6106546/2848206a-7c68-4d0f-b18a-996c42900cf5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Banaras Hindu University Take a campus tour or just explore the area of Banaras Hindu University during your travels in Varanasi. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the temples in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Banaras-Hindu-University-Varanasi.d6106546.Attraction) ![Varanasi, India. Bird Take Off from Sacred Ghat In Varanasi. Pigeons Fly Up In Slow Mo. Birds Flight. Orange Flags Fluttering In Slow Mo, Symbolizing Hanuman. Cinematic View On Ganga River. Many](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6106552/c9eaba76-931c-4f72-a5be-037bb3a67da7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Hanuman Ghat You can find out about the history of Varanasi with a trip to Hanuman Ghat. Amble around the area's riverfront or visit its temples. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hanuman-Ghat-Varanasi.d6106552.Attraction) ![Ramnagar Fort showing a house, heritage elements and a ruin](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6106566/c034e6df-013f-49dd-8091-5a5f03c594cc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Ramnagar Fort Admire the architecture of this 17th-century fort, discover exhibits of armor, jewelry and vintage cars and watch stunning sunsets over the Ganges River. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Ramnagar-Fort-Varanasi.d6106566.Attraction) ### Things to do ![Varanasi: Sunrise Boat Tour with Chai & Arti Ceremony](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48011543/48573594-7f0f-43be-abd7-d6525b3154b0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Varanasi: Sunrise Boat Tour with Arti Ceremony £23 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/varanasi-sunrise-boat-tour-with-arti-ceremony.a48011543.activity-details) ![Private Full-Day Tour of Varanasi including the Kashi Darshan](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/679582/3e8bc8af-8bd9-4f53-9206-1c7b8899b2e2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Private Full-Day Tour of Varanasi including the Kashi Darshan £41 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/private-full-day-tour-of-varanasi-including-the-kashi-darshan.a679582.activity-details) ![Child Aghori ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/5015329/a5097a90-4308-4114-84c8-8ec2a091d318.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### The Ultimate 1 Day in Varanasi - How to Spend 13 Hours - Private Guided Tour £94 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/the-ultimate-1-day-in-varanasi-how-to-spend-13-hours-private-guided-tour.a5015329.activity-details) ![Hidden Secrets of Varanasi: Vibrant Tradition](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45345153/8b033732-4fd2-4d62-8d0b-0bdd15ba3525.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Hidden Secrets of Varanasi: Vibrant Tradition (Guided Tour) £17 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/hidden-secrets-of-varanasi-vibrant-tradition-guided-tour.a45345153.activity-details) ![Subah e Banaras Sunrise Boat Ride Morning Aarti and Rituals](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/51042031/c02393ef-60a4-4aa6-8094-f6aa932cd4d2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Subah e Banaras Sunrise Boat Ride Morning Aarti and Rituals £19 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/subah-e-banaras-sunrise-boat-ride-morning-aarti-and-rituals.a51042031.activity-details) ![Evening Boat Ride](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47764830/030f05c1-d01e-4a0e-b65a-bb01511ae462.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Evening Boat Ride £23 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/evening-boat-ride.a47764830.activity-details) [See all activities in Varanasi](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Varanasi.d3724.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Top hotels in Godaulia ![Taj Ganges, Varanasi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/530000/526400/526343/12d9c704_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Taj Ganges, Varanasi Nadesar Palace Grounds Varanasi Uttar Pradesh £138 1 Apr - 2 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this luxury hotel in Varanasi. Enjoy free parking, a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ... 9/10 Wonderful! (501 reviews) Excellent breakfast choices and rooms were clean and well maintained Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=01%2F04%2F2026&endDate=02%2F04%2F2026&selected=526343&PinnedHotelID=526343&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635964998428) ![Avantika By The Ganges, IHCL Seleqtions](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120670000/120663000/120662999/7688006e_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Avantika By The Ganges, IHCL Seleqtions K 24/2, 3, 4, 9 & 102, Ramghat, Kotwali Varanasi Uttar Pradesh £285 9 Apr - 10 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Varanasi. Enjoy free breakfast, a steam room and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Kashi Vishwanath Temple and Dasaswamedh ghat ... 10/10 Exceptional! (3 reviews) Had an amazing stay with Avantika Taj this month. Rooms have a breathtaking views. Cleanliness,Hospitality is extremely impressive. The hotel is new, hence the service is slow but overall experience is great. The only challenge could be taking 50-60 steps every time ( especially for elders) which ... Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=09%2F04%2F2026&endDate=10%2F04%2F2026&selected=120662999&PinnedHotelID=120662999&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635964998428) ![BrijRama Palace, Varanasi - By the Ganges](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15080000/15077900/15077866/92c74ada_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### BrijRama Palace, Varanasi - By the Ganges Munshi Ghat, Near Dashaswamedh Varanasi Uttar Pradesh £292 1 Apr - 2 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this luxury hotel in Varanasi. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (223 reviews) It’s a beautiful property in a great location. What stood out are all of the little treats and gifts and events etc for all guests. Makes one feel very welcomed. Staff somewhat disorganised at times and that could be improved. Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=01%2F04%2F2026&endDate=02%2F04%2F2026&selected=15077866&PinnedHotelID=15077866&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635964998428) ![DoubleTree by Hilton Varanasi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89050000/89046800/89046746/40816793_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### DoubleTree by Hilton Varanasi SA 2/320 Chhota Lalpur, Pandeypur Varanasi Uttar Pradesh £63 9 Apr - 10 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Varanasi. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ... 7.8/10 Good! (109 reviews) Rooms were spot clean and service was amazing Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=09%2F04%2F2026&endDate=10%2F04%2F2026&selected=89046746&PinnedHotelID=89046746&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635964998428) ![Ramada Plaza by Wyndham JHV Varanasi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1560000/1555700/1555636/7918a867_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Ramada Plaza by Wyndham JHV Varanasi The Mall Varanasi Uttar Pradesh £86 1 Apr - 2 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this luxury hotel in Varanasi. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ... 7.4/10 Good! (379 reviews) Very slow service at restaurant Staff are not warm Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=01%2F04%2F2026&endDate=02%2F04%2F2026&selected=1555636&PinnedHotelID=1555636&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635964998428) ![HOTEL DOLPHIN GRAND ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92050000/92046600/92046585/b24bcaa8_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### HOTEL DOLPHIN GRAND Bhelupur Rd, Next to LIC office Varanasi UP £64 1 Apr - 2 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Varanasi. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free valet parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ... 9/10 Wonderful! (109 reviews) Clean room, very comfortable, staff attentive. 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