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HOTEL DOLPHIN GRAND

3.0 star property
Central hotel connected to the convention centre in Varanasi with free valet parking

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Superior Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking, City View
Food and drink
Front of property
Suite
Reception

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
The current price is AU$99
includes taxes & fees
15 June - 16 June

Explore the area

Map
Bhelupur Rd, Next to LIC office, B 12 / 119, A1 ARAJI NO. 91, Varanasi, UP, 221001
  • Dasaswamedh ghat
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Assi Ghat
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Kashi Vishwanath Temple
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Varanasi (VNS-Lal Bahadur Shastri)
    ‪29 min drive‬

Room options

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Superior Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking, City View

Superior Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking, City View

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Smart TV
Pillow menu
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Pillow-top bed
Down duvet
  • City view
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Suite

Suite

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Smart TV
Pillow menu
  • City view
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Executive Room, 1 Bedroom

Executive Room, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Smart TV
Pillow menu
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Pillow-top bed
Down duvet
  • City view
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

About the area

Varanasi

HOTEL DOLPHIN GRAND puts you in the heart of Varanasi, connected to the convention centre and within just a 10-minute stroll of Harishchandra Ghat and Hanuman Ghat. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant and in-room free WiFi. .This business-friendly hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, concierge services and a 24-hour front desk. Other amenities include laundry facilities, dry cleaning/laundry services and free newspapers in the lobby. Buffet breakfast is available daily between 7:30 AM and 10:30 AM. There's also free valet parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Attractions within a 30-minute walk of this 3-property class Varanasi hotel include Kashi Vishwanath Temple and Dasaswamedh ghat.

What's nearby

  • Hanuman Ghat - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Dasaswamedh ghat - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Assi Ghat - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Kashi Vishwanath Temple - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Banaras Hindu University - 8 min drive - 5.3 km

Getting around

  • Sarnath Station - 13 min drive
  • Varanasi (VNS-Lal Bahadur Shastri) - 55 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Aman Restaurant - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Kerala Cafe - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Bikanervala - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Brown Bread Bakery Varanasi - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Monalisa - ‬10 min walk

About this property

HOTEL DOLPHIN GRAND

Central hotel connected to the convention centre in Varanasi with free valet parking
There's a restaurant on site. Public spaces have free WiFi. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Multilingual staff, tour/ticket assistance, and concierge services are also featured at the business-friendly HOTEL DOLPHIN GRAND . Valet parking is free.

This 3-star Varanasi hotel is smoke free.

  • 39 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Dining venue
HOTEL DOLPHIN GRAND offers 39 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and a safe. This accommodation offers separate sitting areas. Pillowtop beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets, down duvets and premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. 36-inch Smart televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead, slippers, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This Varanasi hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices). Business-friendly amenities include desks and complimentary newspapers. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

Languages

English, Hindi

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle at scheduled times for a surcharge
  • Free secured valet parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: INR 500 per person
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • 6 steps to reach entrance
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Accessible shuttle
  • Doorbell and phone notification
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Lift (92 centimetre wide door)
  • Low-height bed (62 centimetre high)
  • Low-height desk
  • Low-height door lock
  • Phone accessibility kit
  • Raised toilet seat (42 centimetre high)
  • Smooth flooring in room
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Transfer shower
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (92 centimetre high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchair-width doorways (105 centimetre wide)

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Pillow menu
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 36-inch smart TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after noon please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at HOTEL DOLPHIN GRAND

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A damage deposit of INR 2000 will be collected before check-in.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately INR 500 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: INR 1000 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, window guards and outdoor lighting
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Mastercard, American Express, debit cards and cash. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, window guards and outdoor lighting in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • For stays on 24 December, the total price shown includes a charge for a mandatory Christmas Eve gala dinner.
  • For stays on 31 December, the total price shown includes a charge for a mandatory New Year's Eve gala dinner.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at HOTEL DOLPHIN GRAND ?

Yep, HOTEL DOLPHIN GRAND has free valet parking.

How much does it cost to stay at HOTEL DOLPHIN GRAND ?

As of 11 June 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at HOTEL DOLPHIN GRAND on 15 June 2025 start from AU$99.23, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does HOTEL DOLPHIN GRAND serve breakfast?

Yeah, buffet brekkie is offered daily between 7:30 AM and 10:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at HOTEL DOLPHIN GRAND ?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day at scheduled times for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at HOTEL DOLPHIN GRAND ?

Yep, you can grab a meal at HOTEL DOLPHIN GRAND 's onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at HOTEL DOLPHIN GRAND ?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at HOTEL DOLPHIN GRAND ?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

HOTEL DOLPHIN GRAND Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 52 out of 74 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 74 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 74 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 74 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 74 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ilan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Room comfort

Good to see ghats and go for Ganges boat ride.

Close to ghats in a busy area. The bathroom had mold, but the shower and bed were OK. Not noisy. Got tired of eating at the buffet, although we liked the food for the most part and the service was good.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

ronnie, Atoka

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I think bell buy tear my luggage while bringing to us but other Than all good
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sreevalli

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Close to temple. Food is good. Clean. Beds are good. Very comfy.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Jayne

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff lovely and very convenient to walking to The Ganges. Breakfast very limited…they ran out of coffee constantly, and when served it wasn’t good, and if busy cups and plates. Indian breakfast way better than European (sliced bread and packaged jam). Found a lot of noise in the corridor outside my room when I stayed- but that was fault of guests not hotel. Lovely to wake and watch monkeys playing on the buildings opposite. Would stay again…but not pay for breakfast…
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Jayne

Conveniently located. No alcohol…very clean and contemporary. Lovely attentive staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Jeff

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Philippe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great hotel and fantastic staff !!!!

A great hotel , european standard with an excellent service from all the staf ! From the front-desk , the restaurant , etc....a very kindky and professional atention ! Thanks a lot to every one who made my stay so fantastic. The hotel give a very good service with taxi ( they pick-up from the train station, then to Sarnath, etc.... with fantastic guy named Monu). The room is perfect, fantastic bed and acomodities . Strongly recomended in Varanasi.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

DEVI, ACAMPO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

NORBERT

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellente adresse bien située pour les visites

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Parkash

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice place inside, but noisy and dirt outside, can’t be changed in small Indian cities.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Matthew

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great Varanasi Value

Hotel Dolphin Grand in Varanasi is a fantastic value. Very conveniently located and comfortable hotel for the price. Sure, there might be nicer places in town and ones closer to the Ghats, but they cost a lot more and will be much noisier. Dolphin is close enough to walk to the Ganges, and located on a main street where it is easy to find a Tuk Tuk if you need a ride to the farther parts of town. The room is comfortable enough for two people. The shower did get a little water on the floor, but not a big deal. The staff was very kind and helpful, especially Lakshmi at the front desk. Breakfast in the lobby was tasty.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Lindley

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very helpful staff. Good room and breakfast.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Jagan

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

YONG HUN

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

a very affordable oasis in varanasi

this hotel must have been renovated not so long ago. it was out-of-india quality of cleanliness with one the friendliest and the most helpful staffs we’ve met during our trip in india. it was the first time in our trip that we enjoyed clean water shower that reverted our hair back to normal conditions after the shower. we had an amazing stay here.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ajay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sunil

Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Ravinndar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Albert

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Either newly built or renovated. The place was clean and nicely appointed. Close enough to the ghats so that you can walk to it in 15 min.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

J M

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Très bon rapport qualité/prix

L’hôtel est bien situé. Pour seulement 136e pour 2 nuits en demi-pension ça vaut le coup. La chambre était propre, avec tout le confort nécessaire. Le petit-déjeuner était très bon et nous pouvions choisir ce que nous souhaitions à la carte. Le soir c’était pareil, nous pouvions prendre ce que nous voulions pour dîner et le personnel du restaurant était très bien. C’est un restaurant uniquement végétarien mais franchement les saveurs changent et c’est bon. Nous avions payés avant d’arriver pour éviter tout désagrément qu’on a pu lire dans certains commentaires. Le manager a juste essayé, à notre arrivée, de nous dire que le petit-déjeuner n’était pas compris mais lorsque nous lui avons montrer notre voucher avec demi-pension il a dit ok et n’a pas insisté.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed my stay at the Grand Dolphin. The service was warm and attentive, the hotel clean and the food quite good. As a foreign traveller, I found the area a little tricky to navigate but there were always rickshaws nearby to help me get around.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

4/10 Poor

Richard

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Varanasi

The hotel is close to Ganges River, but is was outdated, dirty and very expensive for what we payed for.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

subbarao

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice hotel
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

2/10 Terrible

Shashi

Disliked: Staff & service
Very poor breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024