Tree of Life Resort & Spa Varanasi

The place first of all is swoon worthy. Brilliant property. Super spacious, and so beautifully made. The greenery, the hospitality & the architecture representing Indian faith & Hinduism is amazing. Would love to comeback & stay here longer!!

This is a serene resort staffed by the most caring group…great to deal with over email…went to great lengths to advise that the resort is not in Varanasi…the resort is off the main road amongst rice paddies and temples…you are welcomed by the resident priest who also conducts the sundown rituals which are also backed up by the local temple…the resort is very well maintained and the suites are beautiful…the shower head is a true rain shower…the staff are exceptional…they have a quiet caring manner and nothing is too much trouble…my wife had a throat infection when we arrived and a local doctor was arranged and medication supplied…also cups of medicated tea delivered to our room…the menu in the dining room is a little restricted but the chef will cook anything for you…he is a gem…we arranged a tour of Varanasi with the resort…the tour was exceptional…our guide and driver just extraordinary…the driver also took us the last day to meet our train he was fabulous…Vishal the receptionist is a serene master …his care for us was superb…the resort far exceeded our expectations…

I booked this hotel under the assumption that it was a Taj property, only to later realize that Taj was merely marketing it. I had expected the signature Taj hospitality, but the management operated with a guesthouse mentality—prioritizing rules over delivering a true guest experience. While the team was polite and warm, they often seemed clueless, lacking spontaneity in offering assistance. There was a sense of confusion, and they appeared lost at times. The property itself is set in the wilderness, surrounded by farms, which provides a serene environment. However, the activities at the center were woefully inadequate. If they wish to position this as a ‘resort,’ they must provide amenities to match. There were no sports facilities, the spa was closed, and there were no entertainment options. The food choices were also very limited and basic. Overall, this property lacks a clear identity—it is neither a true resort nor a city-center business hotel. Its confused positioning, coupled with subpar management, does a disservice to the Taj brand. Listing this property under Taj Hotels gives misleading expectations and ultimately tarnishes the reputation associated with the name.