Purple Lotus Varanasi | Home Stay

About Lotus Purple

This is the story of two friends, an Italian from a town near Florence and an Indian from a tiny village near Varanasi. Our dream wasto create a space where travelers and students from all over the world could feel just like at home and finally our lotus has blossomed. Both of us have been working in hospitality for many years and we can offer great service, cozy spaces and lots of experiences that will make your stay memorable.

Our lovely home is strategically located in the peaceful neighborhood of Nagwa, less than 1 km from Assi Ghat and 500 m from Lanka. We offer 6 comfortable rooms both with shared and attached bathroom. Our big terrace is a little oasis away from the bustling of the city, where you can relax and recharge your batteries after exploring the spiritual capital of India.

Lotus Services

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Pick up / Drop off

Let us know if you need us to organize your pick up/drop off for the airport and railway station!

Boat Rides

Heritage Walk in Varanasi, a unit of Holy Voyages, organizes different boat rides to different places depending on Tourists.

Language Classes

Learn Hindi and Sanskrit from best qualified teachers.

Yoga / Meditation

Yoga at Varanasi has flourished for hundreds of years. Get best teacher for yoga.

Ayurveda Workshop

The history of medical education in Varanasi, the oldest living city in the world. Dont miss it.

Tour Guide

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Music / Dance

Learn traditional music and dance by professionals at our center.

Tour of Sarnath

Visit Sarnath, the birthplace of Buddhism. Explore its museum, which houses carvings representing a whole range of styles.

Village Tour

A walk on the rough trails of Indian villages will allow you to encounter various ancient communities within the rural villages.

Ho soggiornato qui per una settimana.. e devo dire che è stata un'esperienza unica... i gestori carinissimi... super disponibili ed efficientissimi.. il punto è strategico.. a tre passi dai ghat... le scalinate che scendono nel Gange.... la casa è molto bella ed accogliente... con un grande terrazzo tutto in marmo.... È Stata una settimana indimenticabile ... un grazie a Caterina e Santosh... spero di tornare presto a trovarvi!

Antonella, Italy

Hola Cate, hola Santosh, me encantó quedarme con ustedes y espero verlos en mi próximo viaje a la india

Hernando, Peru

Hello everybody! Purple Lotus Home Stay is an amazing and peaceful place and Caterina and Santosh make you feel at home. It is nearby Assi Ghat so you can reach Ganga river walking only 10 minutes. So you really should come here when you are in Benares!

Valentina, Italy

Location & Contacts

Our lovely home is strategically located in a very peaceful neighborhood, less than 1 km from Assi Ghat and 500 m from Lanka. We offer 6 comfortable rooms both with shared and attached bathroom. Our big terrace is a little oasis away from the bustling of the city, where you can relax and recharge your batteries after exploring the spiritual capital of India. Roof top terrace overlooking the little colony of Nagwa. Every morning great breakfast.