Hotel · Varanasi · Uttar Pradesh
Rivatas By Ideal
A modern 5-star hotel in Varanasi's business district, a short drive from the city's temples and ghats.
- In the heart of the business district
- 24-hour reception and room service
- Indoor and outdoor pools plus a spa
8.1
Great
107 reviews
Booking.com 8.1 · 107 reviews
About
Rivatas By Ideal
Rivatas By Ideal sits in Varanasi's business district, within a 10-minute drive of Nepali Temple and Beniya Park. The property is a 5-star hotel with a restaurant, bar, two swimming pools, and a spa and wellness centre.
Rooms come with modern comforts including air conditioning, a mini-bar, tea and coffee facilities, and flat-screen TVs. The hotel also has a business centre and conference space for up to 400 people, and a travel desk that guests have found useful for planning sightseeing.
- Non-smoking property
- Free internet access
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- Wheelchair access
- Lift
In brief
What works, what to weigh
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Strengths
4 reasons to book- Standout service — Guests repeatedly highlight the friendly, professional staff, from the travel desk to the drivers, who go out of their way to help.
- Breakfast worth waking up for — The breakfast spread earns consistent praise for its variety, freshness, and inclusion of Indian dishes.
- Convenient base in the cantonment — Located in the business district, a short walk from The Mall and within easy reach of the ghats, temples, and shopping.
- Serious meeting space — Two conference and banquet halls accommodating up to 400 people, with 2000 square feet of well-equipped facilities.
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Worth weighing
4 to weigh- Not a ghat-side address — The hotel is in the business district, a 10-minute drive from Nepali Temple and a 20-minute drive from the Ganges.
- Mixed reviews on the details — While many guests love the stay, some rated it as low as 6/10, and the overall 8.1 rating sits below the typical 5-star benchmark.
- No pets allowed — The hotel policy is a strict no-pets property.
- Valet parking only — Parking is handled by valet, which may not suit guests who prefer to manage their own vehicle.
01 — Rooms
Rooms & rates
High season: summer dates usually book out a few weeks ahead.
Deluxe Room
Deluxe Suite
02 — Amenities
Services & amenities
Everything included at this stay — the facilities and essentials, at a glance.
Dining
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
- BBQ facilities
- Mini-bar
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Electric kettle
Wellness & Leisure
- Indoor swimming pool
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Spa & wellness centre
- Fitness centre
- Leisure/ TV room
Business & Services
- Business centre
- 24-hour reception
- Currency exchange
- ATM/Cash machine
- Car hire
- Shuttle service
- Laundry
- Room service
- Babysitting/Child services
Room Amenities
- Air conditioning
- In-room safe
- Sitting area
- Ironing facilities
- Hair dryer
- Free toiletries
- Refrigerator
- Flat-screen TV
- Cable/ Satellite television
- AM/FM alarm clock
Hotel Features
- Lift
- Wheelchair access
- Non-smoking property
- Free internet access
- Safe deposit box
- Valet parking
- Sundry/Convenience shop
- Gift/Newsstand
Photos
Gallery
03 — Reviews
What guests say
Recent verified reviews from guests who stayed here.
Guest-rated 8.1/10 from 107 reviews
Booking.com · 8.1 · 107 reviews
8.1Verified guest“The room had a modern design and was packed with high-quality amenities.”
8.1Verified guest“Rooms are air-conditioned with comfortable beds, and the breakfasts are delicious.”
8.1Verified guest“A modern and ideal venue with a great location not far from the main attractions, close to the mall, ghats, temples and shopping — we enjoyed our stay.”
8.1Verified guest“The rooms are nicely furnished and the breakfast selection is delicious.”
8.1Verified guest“The breakfast spread is top-notch, with different options, all fresh, including tasty Indian dishes.”
8.1Verified guest“I chose this hotel for a conclave and was impressed by the two conference and banquet halls that can hold up to 400 people. The 2000 square feet of meeting space was spacious and well-equipped.”
04 — Location
Getting around Varanasi
The property sits in Varanasi.
Getting around: The hotel is a 10-minute drive from Nepali Temple and Beniya Park. The Mall is within walking distance, and the ghats are roughly a 20-minute drive away.
Local conveniences: Guests appreciate being close to a shopping mall, with public transport and good local dining options within walking distance.
The Mall, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, 221002, India
05 — Good to know
Policies & conditions
Hotel details are shown for reference. Final rate terms are confirmed on the partner’s site at booking.
- Check-in
- From 14:00-23:59
- Check-out
- By 12:00
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation on many rates — terms on booking page
- Payment
- Pay-at-hotel available on many rates; final terms at booking
- Pets
- Not allowed
- Property
- 68 rooms
06 — Questions
Frequently asked
What are the check-in and check-out times at Rivatas By Ideal?
Check-in is from 14:00 until 23:59, and check-out is by 12:00.
Is parking available at the hotel?
Yes, the hotel offers valet parking.
Does Rivatas By Ideal allow pets?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
What dining options are available?
The hotel has a restaurant and a bar/lounge area, and guests have praised the breakfast spread.
Does the hotel have facilities for meetings or events?
Yes, it has two conference and banquet halls with a capacity for up to 400 people, covering 2000 square feet.
What wellness facilities does the hotel offer?
Rivatas By Ideal has an indoor and outdoor swimming pool, a spa and wellness centre, and a fitness centre.
The bottom line
Rivatas By Ideal earns its reputation through attentive staff, a praised breakfast, and solid meeting facilities. It is a dependable choice for business travellers or those wanting a modern base a short drive from Varanasi's main sights.
8.1Best for: business travel and guests who value service reliability over a ghat-side location.
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