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Hotel Amar Vilas
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.
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
Spa & Fitness
Be
transported back to the days of Mughal Royalty at The Oberoi Amarvilas Spa.
Prepare to be pampered from head to toe with therapies to restore and rejuvenate
mind, body and soul. Traditional iron gates, latticework, inlaid floors and
mosaics all create an ambience of regal beauty. A truly inspiring and liberating
experience.
The Sauna and steam room cleanse and invigorate. Yoga, Ayurvedic and aromatherapy
massages relax and soothe away the stresses of modern high-pressure life, helping
the body to heal and realign itself, both inside and out. Favourite therapies
include; stimulating Oberoi massage to iron out the knots; a Chakra Head and
Shoulder Massage; the bliss-inducing Rose Sandalwood Wrap (essence of rose,
milk, honey and sandalwood.) These are just a few of the ways you will be made
to feel like a Princess - or a Prince.
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