The Oberoi Amarvilas, Agra
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Luxury hotel with unobstructed Taj Mahal views, Mughal design
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Taj East Gate Rd, Paktola, Tajganj, Agra, Uttar Pradesh 282001, India Get directions
Luxury hotel with unobstructed Taj Mahal views, Mughal design
Taj East Gate Rd, Paktola, Tajganj, Agra, Uttar Pradesh 282001, India Get directions
"A property noted for its beautiful architecture and strong Mughal-era vibes, evoking the region’s historic aesthetic and grandeur in both design and atmosphere." - Denny Lee Denny Lee Denny Lee is a seasoned editor, writer, and traveler. He is currently an articles editor at Travel + Leisure. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines
"Just 600 meters from the Taj Mahal, this hotel offers a view so rare it borders on the surreal: uninterrupted sightlines to India’s most storied monument from every single room. Mornings begin with the soft glow of marble domes rising through the haze; by night, the same silhouette shimmers beneath the moon — a quiet reminder of enduring love and empire. Set among terraced gardens, reflection pools, and Mughal-inspired pavilions, it evokes the splendor of a royal court, albeit one with air-conditioning and butler service. Inside, intricate jali screens and hand-carved details pay homage to the region’s rich architectural traditions, while outside, Agra’s layered history stretches in every direction. Guests can explore the city’s trio of UNESCO-listed marvels — the Taj Mahal, Agra Fort, and the ancient city of Fatehpur Sikri." - Faye Bradley
"A luxury hotel whose rooms offer private, postcard-perfect views of a famous mausoleum, making it a compelling option for families seeking comfort and immediate sightlines to one of the region’s most iconic monuments." - Lauren Dana Ellman Lauren Dana Ellman Lauren Dana Ellman is a New York-based writer and editor who specializes in travel, lifestyle, food, and shopping content. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines
"Home to the majestic Taj Mahal. Engage in morning yoga and pranayama classes, and enjoy spa treatments with singing bowls at The Oberoi Amarvilas, Agra." - Marion Miller
"Two years ago my wife and I arrived in Agra on a rainy weekend, and the Amarvilas was closed for a refurb. The hotel we stayed at promised a view of the Taj Mahal; from one particular corner of the roof, up a staircase, you could get a slight glimpse of the dome—if the skies were clear. This time, though, the property was open, and when I walked into the lobby of the renovated Amarvilas, I was unprepared and stunned. Beyond the atrium, rising above a lush green treeline, was the beauty. I spent the next two days doing just what the designers of this grand property intended: gaze at the Taj. Standing less than 2,000 feet from the Taj Mahal, the Amarvilas has the best and most exclusive view of the mausoleum. The architects maximized this by giving each of the 95 rooms and seven suites an unhindered view. The suites take it up a few notches—the daybeds, the shower, and the tub all look over the marbled wonder. What’s more sensuous than a soak on a moonlit night with a view of the Taj? From $750. —Salil Deshpande" - CNT Editors
