Hello Everyone Here Are 7 Best Hotel Near Taj Mahal in 2019

1) Best Overall: The Oberoi Amarvilas

The Oberoi Amarvilas has, hands-down, the best view of the Taj Mahal — you can see it from your bedroom, from the hotel’s restaurant, and even from your bathtub. Located just three-tenths of a mile from the monument, this is the only hotel in Agra that offers uninterrupted views from each of its 102 rooms, including 7 suites, not to mention premium access to the monument. The hotel itself is a tribute to Mughal splendor with landscaped gardens dotted with fountains, arches mirroring those of the Taj, intricate filigree work, marble inlays, jaali(screens), and antique furniture throughout.

At the top end is the Kohinoor Suite with wall-to-wall windows, private terrace, marble elephants and columns, and a king-size bed and freestanding bathtub both facing the monument. Enjoy all-day Indian and international dining at Bellevue or indulge in a candlelit, traditional Indian dinner at Esphahan accompanied by live folk music. For the ultimate privacy, opt for a dinner under the stars on your private terrace as your personal butler serves a four-course meal. Don’t miss a relaxing dip in the multi-tiered pool surrounded by terraced gardens.

2) Best Budget: The Coral Tree Homestay

Located less than 10 minutes from the Taj Mahal, this bright blue and yellow bed and breakfast on Taj Link Road is the perfect budget stay in Agra. Run by an affable couple, Vandna & Gopal Singh(the latter is a government-approved tour guide), the bungalow offers four spacious and sparkling clean guest bedrooms decorated with Indian motifs and posters. Each of the brightly colored, light-filled rooms comes with basic amenities like en-suite bathroom, tea/coffee making facilities, TV, air-conditioning, toiletries and hairdryer, and free Wi-Fi. All rooms have private balconies overlooking a well-kept garden that positively teems with nearly 100 species of local birds.

There’s a well-stocked library with books on India in the common lounge, which also has a communal table for breakfast; the couple offers home-cooked lunch and dinner as well as laundry services for an additional cost. You can even get a cooking lesson from the hostess or get a henna tattoo done on the premises. The owners are passionate naturalists and offer guided nature walks around the Taj Mahal and nearby areas in Agra.

3) Best Boutique: Hotel Taj Resorts

Just half a mile from the Taj Mahal, Hotel Taj Resorts is a convenient and value-for-money stay option on Taj East Gate Road. Its 34 rooms(including 2 suites) are clean and comfortable, done up in neutral tones, and come with standard amenities like free Wi-Fi, TV, tea and coffee making facilities, and air-conditioning. The hotel’s rooftop pool and the Taj Terrace restaurant deliver stunning views of the monument. The restaurant offers a good mix of Mughal cuisine, Chinese dishes, and European fare and can arrange an al fresco, candlelit dinner with Taj views accompanied by live Indian classical music. The other restaurant, Bon Appetit, is also quite popular — especially for the live music and folk dance performances by local artists.

?The hotel offers free shuttle services to the Taj Mahal as well as free pick-up from Agra airport, railway station, and bus station. Staff is courteous and helpful and go above and beyond the call of duty. The hotel can also arrange for a government-verified guide to accompany you on your visit to the Taj Mahal and other attractions.

4) Best for Romance: Courtyard Agra

Located on Fatehabad Road, just a 15-minute drive from the Taj Mahal, Courtyard Agra is ideal for a weekend break. Done up in soothing silver and matte gold, the hotel’s contemporary décor is a subtle contrast to Agra's hubbub. Plenty of natural light floods into the lobby and the rooms. Its 189 rooms, including 18 suites, are decked out in chevron patterns, etched glasswork, and elegant furnishing.

The hotel’s MoMo Café restaurant is open all day and is quite popular with locals and tourists for its varied international fare. Its sister coffeehouse MoMo 2 Go is a well-stocked deli where you can pick up sandwiches, pies, and pastries for a meal on the go. Grab a sundowner at the Onyx Bar and then tuck into some local kebabs, curries, and pilafs at the fine dining restaurant, Anise. Other amenities include an outdoor pool and a well-equipped fitness center that’s open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Relax at the Tattva Spa that offers a range of treatments from Ayurvedic massages to beauty treatments.

5) Best for Luxury: ITC Mughal

No Indian hotel chain does tasteful luxury as well as ITC Hotels and the ITC Mughal in Agra is no exception. It’s the only Indian hotel to have won the Aga Khan Award for Architectural Excellence for its representation of Mughal architecture. Set within 35 acres of formal gardens, the hotel’s soaring interiors exude a sense of space and the period artwork and detailing add to the royal ambiance. The hotel offers 233 rooms and suites. The Royal Mughal Suites, located in the separate Khwab Mahal(Palace of Dreams) wing, are spread over 720 square feet and come with a deep soaking bathtub and rainfall shower, while the two categories of Presidential Suites vary between 1,033 and 2,045 square feet and offer butler service, lounge access, plunge pool, and specially crafted mementos.

Savor Indian delicacies at the Taj Bano restaurant; the live chaat(street food) counter is a real draw. For a more elaborate meal, head to Peshawri for a taste of northwest frontier cuisine or Mughal Pavilion for an international spread. The hotel also has two lounge bars, Maikhana at the lobby level and Bagh-E-Bahar overlooking the gardens and the pool.

6) Best for Families: Trident, Agra

Set amidst landscaped gardens dotted with water fountains, the red sandstone façade of Trident Agra fits right in with the city’s Mughal legacy. Inside though it’s thoroughly modern with clean-cut lines and muted colors. Its 135 rooms and suites are tastefully done up and overlook the central courtyard or the gardens or the pool. The Premier Rooms have been recently renovated and sport classic styling and Mughal-inspired art panels. The suites have also been newly refurbished and done up in warm tones and natural textures, and come with Italian Botticino marble bathroom fittings and luxury bath amenities by Kama. If you’re traveling with children, they will love the Trident Kids’ Club — a dedicated play area with toys, games, a splash pool, and their very own tent. The club offers older children many activities like pottery, painting, baking, and nature walks.

The Restaurant at Trident Agra serves up a mix of Indian and international cuisines overlooking the pool. This is the only place in the city you can find wood-fired oven pizzas. There’s a separate specialty Italian restaurant, Al Fresco, and a relaxed bar.

7) Best Hostel: Bedweiser Backpackers Hostel

Less than a mile from the Taj Mahal, Bedweiser Backpackers Hostel is the one of the most popular hostels in the city sporting a funky, colorful ambiance. Choose between a four-bed mixed dorm, a four-bed female-only dorm, or a private room with a queen-sized bed. Rooms are clean and equipped with air-conditioning and en-suite bathroom. Wi-Fi is free and laundry service is available. The hostel is pet-friendly too(limited to the female dorm).

?The rooftop lounge/restaurant has a great vibe and is a good place to meet fellow travelers and swap stories over a cup of coffee or some beers. There’s a separate common area with TV as well as a game room with XBOX. The owners are helpful and always around to offer suggestions and even join in in the evening for a chat or a drink. While the hostel offers meals, there are several restaurants nearby if you’d prefer to step out.

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Writer - TazimAslam