Ekaa Villa, Agra, India - Explore & Book
"Boy, have we waited a long time for a place like this to open its doors in Agra. Claiming to be the city’s first and only boutique hotel, this 13-room gem is discreetly hidden in an unassuming residential neighborhood within walking distance of the Taj Mahal. Owners Udit, Vasu and Abid created it as an ode to the city they love, incorporating Agra's character and flavour within its walls. The result is a comfortable base with the warmest of welcomes, plus top-notch service and fantastic homecooked food.Agra can be a hard nut to crack. Most tourists dip in and out, here to see its star attraction before scooting off somewhere else, but they’re missing a trick. Dig deeper and you’ll discover that the city’s culture is shaped not just by its architecture but its history, handicrafts and food too, so take time to linger. India and all its complicated splendour are here to view. And the staff are here to guide you. They are passionate about helping guests peel back the layers to reveal a side to Agra beyond the postcard views. Join bespoke tours to hidden pockets of the city you won’t find in the guidebooks, or unearth foodie treasures that only the locals know of. You might come to Ekaa Villa in search of the Taj but you'll leave remembering the outstanding hospitality.
Highs
A boutique hotel within 20 minutes’ walk of the Taj Mahal – a rare find!Staff go beyond the call of duty, brimming with helpful tips and infoBespoke experiences and guided tours offer the chance to discover Agra’s authentic sideWe hear the home cooking is outstanding, especially when served with their frequent live traditional musicRooms are extremely affordable
Lows
The rooms are traditional in style, and they lack mod cons like TVs - but there is A/CAside from the excellent restaurant, the hotel has little in the way of facilitiesIt can get uncomfortably hot in Agra during the summer months (Mar-May) when temperatures can reach 45CAll the food is vegetarian, but judging by the rave reviews, we doubt meat eaters will feel short-changed" - Handpicked by our hotel experts