Hotel Amar Vilas, Agra
Hotel Amar Vilas is located only 600 metres from the Taj Mahal. The classical
architecture of the hotel is complemented by the elaborate Mughal gardens, terraced
lawns, fountains, reflection pools and pavilions. The hotel has been designed
to give guests uninterrupted views of the Taj Mahal from all rooms and suites.
The lobby, restaurants, bar and tea lounge also offer spectacular views of the
world famous monument. The décor and service spell the ultimate in comfort
and the luxurious spa offers non-clinical therapies.
Over View
The Oberoi Amarvilas is the only hotel with direct, uninterrupted views of the
Taj Mahal. The hotel lies just 600 metres from one of the greatest wonders of
the world. The Oberoi Amarvilas opened in January 2001 and is breathtakingly
luxurious hotel. There is only one way to truly experience the Taj Mahal. The
challenge for Bombay-based architect Prabhat Patki was to create a haven that
would reflect the exotic grandeur of the monuments around them. The aim was
to provide guests with every modern service in luxury and comfort, while adhering
to strict planning laws.He succeeded. Straight out of an Indian fairytale, The
Oberoi Amarvilas - Sanskrit for ‘Eternal Haven’ - is set among lush
and serene Mughal-inspired pools and terraced gardens. Ancient and traditional
Persian and Moorish influences combine with the very best in modern Indian interior
design.
Location & Access
Location: The Oberoi Amarvilâs is located in Agra, Uttar Pradesh,
one of the largest states in India. The resort is located at a distance of 600
meters from the Taj Mahal and approximately 10 minutes from the city centre.
The hotel has been designed to give guests breathtaking views of the Taj Mahal
from each of its 105 guest rooms and suites.
By air: Agra’s Kheria Airport is located 9km from The Oberoi Amarvilâs
and is approximately a 25 minutes drive. Indian Airlines operate flights from
Delhi on Monday, Wednesday and Friday. The Oberoi Air Charter may also be arranged
for this journey. It takes approximately forty-five minutes to fly from New
Delhi to Kheria airport.
By rail: The main railway station at Agra is the Agra Cantonment station.
The journey takes approximately two hours from New Delhi by Shatabdi Express
and, three hours by Taj Express. These trains halt at Agra Cantonment railway
station, which is 8kms from The Oberoi Amarvilâs. The drive to the hotel
takes approximately 20 minutes in the hotel’s chauffeur driven cars.
By road: The Delhi-Agra highway (National Highway 2) via Mathura joins
New Delhi and Agra and is the best route for those wanting to drive from New
Delhi to Agra. The drive of 190kms takes approximately four hours. There are
an adequate number of refueling stations and restaurants on the way.
Rooms and Suites
All 105 guest rooms and seven suites have a view of the Taj Mahal. All guests
receive complimentary two-way transfers from the airport or railway station.
All rooms and suites feature a separate walk-in closet with electronic safe,
colour satellite TV, DVD/CD player. Minibar and a facility to make tea and coffee.
Beautiful marble bathrooms feature both a bathtub and a separate shower cubicle
with deluxe toiletries. Sixty superior deluxe rooms have their own private open-air
terraces. Four Executive Suites have a separate living room and bedroom. The
two luxury Suites feature in addition, a separate living/dining room with butler’s
pantry and private open air terrace. The bathroom overlooks the Taj Mahal.The
regal Kohinoor Suite has separate living and dining rooms. There is a private
study. The bedroom has a separate dressing area with walk-in closet. Here too
the bathroom overlooks the Taj Mahal.
Dining
1. Bellevue
Bellevue, the main hotel restaurant, is open all day from 6.30am to 10.30pm.
Modern Asian-Mediterranean fusion cuisine is served here. The menu features
soups, salads, grilled meats, pastas and desserts. Special children’s menus
are available during the day.
Open 6.30 am to 10.30pm
2. Esphahan
The more formal Esphahan, with richly detailed interiors, serves traditional
Indian dishes.
Esphahan is open for dinner only. Theme evenings feature live performances of
traditional Sitar and Tabla music.
Open 7pm to 10.30pm
3. Bar
For an aperitif or a late digestif guests choose the teak-panelled Bar. The
bar features an antique map of the Taj Mahal and a magnificent view of the Taj
Mahal itself.
Open 11am to 11pm
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