Taj Mahal might be a wonder for the world, but for Delhiites, it’s their next door neighbour. It’s a sight for sore eyes, a cooling touch for warm hearts. The whole point of leisure travel is to be around beauty, otherwise the five stars in Connaught Place are just as well. Although, there is a replica of Taj and CP in Noida! We were wondering what the perfect getaway would be for those who spend all day looking at traffic, pollution and plumbing problems at home. Our next door neighbour Taj Mahal popped into our heads, perfect for Christmas, new year, all year, every year. Check out these stunning hotels that wear the view of Taj Mahal as the crown on their castles.
1. The Oberoi Amarvilas
This 6-star luxury hotel is any traveller’s fantasy, only 600 m from our center. All the rooms have the view of Taj Mahal. This is the most expensive property in Agra at ₹73,000 a night. It defines opulence and grace. Private terraces and bathrooms also show the spectacular sights. Royalty dine on its roofs when an orange sun fills the sky around white eminence. Amarvilas gardens create a unique view from balconies adding to Taj Mahal’s glory.
2. The Taj Gateway Hotel
Taj stands tall 6 km away from this beautiful 5-star property. Turns out Ghazipur’s garbage mountain is about to rise higher than Taj Mahal by 2020. Three room categories have views of the Taj Mahal: Superior Taj Facing, Executive Taj Facing, and Executive Suites. The prices start from ₹5,000 per night. The rooftop restaurant, Sky Deck, is a major attraction where Taj Mahal is the garnishing on every dish and every drink.
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3. Double Tree by Hilton Hotel Agra
For ₹3,430 you can get the most insta-worthy picture from the heart of the city. This hotel has an infinity pool through which water merges with Taj Mahal in your lens. The crown jewel can be seen from all around the property. Its location is of great utility to travellers too. Agra Fort and Akbar’s Tomb are both easily accessible on a short trip.
4. Hotel Clarks Shiraz
Taj Mahal on one side and Red Fort on the other is what Clarks offers. Can you imagine having both these emblems of Mughal greatness at once? Climb into a jacuzzi and forget about the world with Taj Mahal by your side. We don’t need anything else. This hotel is only 3 km away from the Shah Jahan’s declaration of love at ₹3,430.
5. Crystal Sarovar Premeire
This premium 5-star property has 3 restaurants, 136 rooms, 1 view: Taj Mahal. Double rooms start from ₹3,500. Their spa is an experience for the ages. The hotel is all about comfort, perfect for a getaway. They prioritise convenience over all else in the vein of modern luxury.
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6. ITC Mughal
One of the most celebrated stays is at ITC’s grandiose. They installed a telescope specially for the viewing of Taj. Why wait in line for the tour of Taj when you can enjoy it all day all night. Did you know you can now visit Taj Mahal at night too? The chaat counter here is famous across states. The most appealing feature of this 5-star hotel is its huge gardens spread over 35 acres of lush green. The Khwab Palace truly is a place of dreams, a thing of beauty, a joy for ever.
7. Hotel Taj Resorts
This affordable hotel just 800 m away from the mausoleum. The hotel’s rooftop pool is a relaxing experience with Taj Mahal in front of you. The Taj Terrace restaurant delivers a sparkling view of the Taj Mahal. Mughal, Chinese, European, al fresco, candlelight, everything is on the menu at this 34-room property.
8. Hotel Saniya Palace B&B
This Bed & Breakfast has a cute rooftop restaurant where people come to mingle under the glow of Taj Mahal. It’s a 5-minute walk from the crown palace of India in the most tourist-y area of Agra. The 15 rooms on the property are clean and comfortable for a super budget luxury vacation at just ₹600.
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Who said luxury costs your entire month’s salary and then some. Taj Mahal is available for everyone to see. People from all over the world come to visit the wonder, regardless of caste, class and creed. Choose the one which is your best match and book your stay ASAP. They’re all equally busy all year round. The recent pollution levels have been worrying travellers lately. Mother Earth has begun to take care of that as winds dispersed the toxic concentration of air pollution. The Agra government also installed mobile air purifiers at the gates of Taj Mahal so that you can enjoy views of sunrise and moonlight uninterrupted.