The Oberoi Amarvilas, Agra

Location is best for access to Taj Mahal with every room facing the site. Pool was unique indoor/outdoor. The service was unlike any other hotel chain. Immediately greeted upon arrival and no check-in line. Seated at lounge until room is ready, all baggage handled and basically all paperwork is taken care of in a relaxed lounge enjoying the Taj Mahal view. Or when they walk you your room,

If I have to share about the stay of Agra, I dont know who comes first, Oberoi Amarvilas or 'Historian & Storyteller Sandeep' who is the guide for our Taj Mahal Trip. Guide Sandeep is someone I need to talk about who we hired for our Agra trip Taj mahal tour. Our four kids who normally have little interest in sightseeing stayed engaged throughout because of his incredible storytelling and deep historical knowledge. He is knowledgeable, professional, well-connected, and brings the perspective of both a historian and a yoga practitioner. I have always hand picked the guides but this time I trusted Oberoi's to pick for us and he was a blessing. He probably is the best guide I ever had while on India tours. Be blessed Sandeep ! Oberoi Amarvilas thanks for making everything exceptional, your service, food, rooms and the Taj mahal view.

We stayed two nights at the Amarvillas and it was fantastic. Our tour guide Sandeep was very knowledgeable, funny and kept our tours engaging for a group between ages 11 and 85. Recommend the Oberoi and wholeheartedly recommend Sandeep.

Had a very nice experience, the service was great and everyone was very friendly. Went to the Taj Mahal and had a tour guide who was very helpful 100/10 would highly recommend!

From the moment we arrived, the experience felt exceptional. We were warmly welcomed at the car by Jublee, a charming young lady with the most sincere and caring smile. Nothing felt rehearsed or exaggerated; her warmth was simply genuine. She took the time to welcome us properly and even offered to take photographs for us at the beautiful, immaculate entrance. Stepping into The Oberoi Amarvilas felt like stepping into a dream. There is an immediate sense of being somewhere extraordinary, but what impressed us most was how the team made us feel genuinely special and cared for. A very special mention must go to Miss Suhani, who welcomed us and handled our arrival beautifully. She was professional, articulate, knowledgeable and genuinely interested in us—asking about our journey, our travels and Mauritius, which she knew about. While we chatted naturally with her, the team discreetly took care of the formalities, making check-in effortless and efficient. Suhani has a wonderful ability to combine professionalism with warmth and personality. She made us feel less like guests being “processed” through a check-in and more like people being personally welcomed into a home. That distinction is rare in hospitality. It was also wonderful to see a young woman carrying such responsibility with confidence, grace and competence. Proud to see women in positions of responsibility and excelling in them. Suhani handles her role distinctively, and she deserves special recognition. The greatest reason for my score of 10 is therefore simple: the people. The luxury of Amarvilas is undeniable, but it is the sincerity, attentiveness and humanity of its staff that turn a beautiful hotel into an unforgettable experience.