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Bona Cafe Restaurant & Sala Guest House - Varanasi

A simple guest house above a cafe in the heart of Varanasi's old town, with a terrace and a restaurant on site.

  • On-site restaurant and cafe
  • Rooms with balconies and air conditioning
  • Luggage storage and terrace for guests
6.8 Pleasant 0 reviews Booking.com 6.8 · 0 reviews

About

Bona Cafe Restaurant & Sala Guest House - Varanasi

Bona Cafe Restaurant & Sala Guest House sits in the Bengali Tola area, close to Dashashwamedh Ghat. It's a no-frills apartment-style stay with a restaurant and a terrace where guests can unwind. The location puts you within walking distance of the ghats and the old city's lanes.

Rooms are simple and functional. Options range from a standard double or twin room with a shower to superior and deluxe rooms that add a balcony and air conditioning. The guest house also provides luggage storage for those arriving early or leaving late.

Guests should note that there is no parking and pets are not allowed. The property keeps a standard check-in window from noon to just before midnight, with checkout by 11 AM.

  • Wi-Fi
  • No parking
  • No pets allowed
  • Luggage storage
  • Sitting area
  • Restaurant

In brief

What works, what to weigh

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Strengths

4 reasons to book
  • Central location near the ghats — The guest house is placed in Bengali Tola, a short walk from Dashashwamedh Ghat and the heart of Varanasi's old city.
  • On-site restaurant and cafe — Guests can eat without leaving the property, with a cafe and restaurant operating on the premises.
  • Rooms with balconies and AC — Several room categories come with a private balcony, and the superior and deluxe options also include air conditioning.
  • Terrace for guest relaxation — A terrace is available for guests to sit out and enjoy the street life of the old city.

Worth weighing

4 to weigh
  • No on-site parking — The property has no parking, which could be a challenge if arriving by car. Most travellers explore Varanasi on foot or by auto-rickshaw.
  • Pets not allowed — Guests travelling with pets will need to make other arrangements, as the guest house does not permit them.
  • Limited check-in window — Check-in runs from 12:00 to 23:59. Late-night arrivals after midnight may need to plan ahead.
  • Modest rating — The property holds a rating of 6.8 out of 10 from 21 reviews, lower than the area average of 7.3, suggesting a basic experience.

01 — Rooms

Rooms & rates

High season: summer dates usually book out a few weeks ahead.

Superior Double or Twin Room Terrace

  • 2 Single beds
  • Shower
  • Balcony
  • Air conditioning

Double or Twin Room Balcony

  • 2 Single beds
  • Shower
  • Balcony

Deluxe Double or Twin Room Balcony

  • 2 Single beds
  • Shower
  • Balcony
  • Air conditioning

02 — Amenities

Services & amenities

Everything included at this stay — the facilities and essentials, at a glance.

General

  • Wi-Fi
  • Luggage storage
  • Sitting area
  • Terrace

Food & Drink

  • Restaurant

Room Amenities

  • Shower
  • Air conditioning (in select rooms)
  • Balcony (in select rooms)

03 — Reviews

What guests say

Recent verified reviews from guests who stayed here.

6.8
Pleasant 0 reviews

Guest-rated 6.8/10 from 21 reviews

Booking.com · 6.8 · 0 reviews

04 — Location

Getting around Varanasi

The property sits in Varanasi.

Dashashwamedh Ghat: One of Varanasi's most famous ghats, known for the evening Ganga Aarti. It is a short walk from the guest house.

Old City Streets: The surrounding Bengali Tola area is part of the dense old city, with narrow lanes, shops, and temples to explore on foot.

Bona Cafe, D32/24 Hathi Phatak Dashswamedh Bengali Tola, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, 221001, India

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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 12:00-23:59
Check-out
By 11:00
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
6 rooms

06 — Questions

Frequently asked

Is there parking at Bona Cafe Guest House?

No, the property does not offer parking. You will need to rely on public transport or drop-off services.

What are the check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is from 12:00 to 23:59, and check-out is by 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at the guest house?

No, pets are not allowed on the property.

Do all rooms have air conditioning?

Only the Superior Double or Twin Room Terrace and the Deluxe Double or Twin Room Balcony include air conditioning. The standard and balcony double/twin rooms do not.

Is there a restaurant on site?

Yes, Bona Cafe Restaurant is part of the property, and guests can also use a terrace.

What room types are available?

The property offers four room types: Superior Double or Twin Room Terrace, Double or Twin Room, Double or Twin Room Balcony, and Deluxe Double or Twin Room Balcony. All have two single beds.

The bottom line

A practical choice for travellers who prioritise location and a simple base in Varanasi's old city, with the convenience of an on-site cafe.

6.8For those who value being close to the ghats without extra frills.

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