The Oberoi Amarvilas
The Oberoi Amarvilas stands in Taj Ganj, on the eastern approach to the Taj Mahal. The building takes its cues from Mughal and Moorish architecture: arched colonnades, terraced lawns, fountains and a long pool lined with pavilions. Every room and suite looks towards the Taj, which fills the view from the balconies at sunrise and sunset.
Its great advantage is access. On sunrise mornings the hotel's buggy takes you to the east gate in minutes, so you enter as it opens without a drive through town. Between visits, the hotel is calm and quiet, with a spa, a bar overlooking the Taj and Esphahan, its Indian restaurant. We recommend it for honeymoons, short stays and anyone for whom the Taj itself is the point of the trip.
Why we book it
- Taj Mahal views from every room
- Minutes from the east gate for sunrise
- Calm, Mughal-style gardens and pool
Questions travellers ask
Good to know
How far is The Oberoi Amarvilas from the Taj Mahal?
About 600 m from the Taj Mahal's east gate. The hotel runs a buggy service to the gate, which takes only a few minutes, so sunrise visits are easy. It is the closest of Agra's luxury hotels to the monument, and every room has a view of it.
Do all rooms at Amarvilas have a Taj view?
Yes. All rooms and suites at The Oberoi Amarvilas face the Taj Mahal, which is the hotel's defining feature. Higher floors and suites give fuller views over the trees. Request a balcony room if you want to watch sunrise and sunset from your room.
Is The Oberoi Amarvilas worth the price?
For a short stay focused on the Taj Mahal, we think so. The views, the quick access to the east gate and the calm of the hotel transform a visit to a busy city. For longer stays or families who want more space, ITC Mughal offers larger grounds at lower rates.
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