Grand Hotel, Agra

Grand Hotel Hotel Description

Location
Grand Hotel is set amidst tall trees and stands modestly in the Army Cantonment Area on Station Road in Agra. The airport is 4 kms away, bus stand 2 kms away and the railway station, the closest, being just a kilometre away. Located close to the Taj Mahal and a short distance from the city's other famous attractions, the Grand Hotel is a delightful blend of an ideal location with a pleasing ambience.

Amidst beautifully landscaped lawns lies a colonial structure which has a name that aptly complements its grand style. The Grand Hotel in Agra graciously combines old world charm with modern day luxury and ensures a truly unforgettable experience through warm and efficient service and a friendly atmosphere.

Rooms
The 71 tastefully furnished rooms are divided into 10 Standard rooms, 53 Deluxe rooms, 5 Executive rooms and 3 Suites. Stocked with all the travel necessities, each spacious and richly appointed room offers a rewarding union of elegance and convenience. Choicely designed for business, cultural and leisure guests, the distinctive rooms in the hotel provide total privacy and serenity. In addition, most of the rooms provide a spectacular view of the beautifully landscaped and spacious lawns. Room amenities include cable television, telephone, cushioned chairs with centre table, study table, full length mirror, cupboard and luggage rack. While an intercom facility is available from each room, local calls as well as STD calls need to be connected through the reception. The attached washroom has a shower cubicle and is appointed with soap, shampoo and linen. Hot and cold water is supplied round the clock.

Dining
The all day multi cuisine restaurant Chahat, at Grand Hotel has an elegant and contemporary character and gives a warm and pleasant feeling. The restaurant stands adjoining the lobby and offers the most inviting space to meet with friends, business associates and dine with family. The menu consists of Indian, Continental and Oriental dishes. Thus no matter what you are craving for, Chahat promises a delicious array of cuisines to satisfy your taste buds and your hunger. Room service is available round the clock.

Conferences & Banquets
The Grand Hotel is an ideal venue for conferences, seminars, meetings and banquets that are offered in 4 well equipped halls that can accommodate 25 to 400 guests. The hotel is renowned for its catering service and meticulous orchestration of both, grand occasions and intimate gatherings. This is made possible with services like audio-visual equipment, high speed internet, fax, photo copier and printer. The hotel also has lush lawns that serve as ideal venues for outdoor parties.

Services & Facilities
Other facilities available at Grand Hotel include travel assistance, car rental service, laundry service, doctor on call, housekeeping service and spacious parking. The hotel organises yoga, magic and musical shows besides sightseeing tours on request. For the convenience of guests, the hotel accepts payment through all major credit cards.

Don't Miss
The extensive lawns at Grand Hotel are ideal for organising parties as well as for leisure morning/evening walks.

Area Attractions

Kheria Airport (5 Km)

Six kilometers from the city centre, the airport is serviced by most airlines. The airport offers facilities such as currency exchange, post office services, duty-free shopping, snack bars, facilities for the physically challenged and a travel desk.

Taj Mahal (5 Km)

Emperor Shah Jahan built the Taj Mahal in memory of his wife Mumtaz Mahal. Built in white marble, lying on the banks of the river Yamuna, it is one of the most stunning structures of the world, embodying perfect symmetry and exquisite detailing.

Fathepur Sikri (42 Km)

Thirty seven kilometers from Agra, this UNESCO World Heritage Site was built from scratch in 1571 by Akbar and abandoned within 14 years. It’s an architectural marvel, built with red sand stone, housing courtyards, arches, palaces and domes.

Agra Cantonment Station (1 Km)

Located in the southwest area of the city, the Agra Cantonment Station is a major rail head, well connected with the rest of the country. Painted in white, the station houses a tourist information centre an outside, there is a pre-paid taxi booth.

Agra Fort Station (5 Km)

Usually serviced by trains from Rajasthan, Agra Fort Station is close to Agra Fort and Jami Masjid.