Lanka / BHU area in Varanasi

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Stays in Lanka / BHU, Varanasi

University town energy — PGs, student hostels, IIT-BHU and BHU campus accommodation.

Price Range

₹3,000 – ₹12,000 per month (PG) | ₹600 – ₹3,500 per night (hotel)

From Station

Approximately 7 km from Varanasi Junction

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About Lanka / BHU

Lanka is the bustling commercial area at the main gate of Banaras Hindu University (BHU). It is the primary accommodation hub for BHU students, IIT-BHU students, visiting researchers, parents of students, and long-stay academic visitors.

Best for

BHU/IIT-BHU students, parents visiting students, academic visitors, long-stay PG seekers, budget travellers

Distance from Varanasi Junction

Approximately 7 km from Varanasi Junction (25 min by auto-rickshaw)

What's nearby

  • BHU main gate and the iconic Vishwanath Temple inside campus
  • IIT-BHU adjacent to BHU campus
  • Sankat Mochan Hanuman Temple within 1 km
  • Highest density of PGs and student-friendly accommodation in Varanasi
  • Many monthly-rate options with meals included
  • Lower nightly rates than ghat-side hotels

Accommodation types

Single and shared PGs (with or without meals), student hostels, budget hotels, long-stay apartments

Adjacent localities

Naria, Karaundi, Susuwahi (adjacent residential areas with more PG options), Assi Ghat (15 min auto), Sankat Mochan Temple (10 min walk)

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