The Grand Imperial - Heritage Hotel, Agra (Uttar Pradesh)
About the Hotel
The Grand Imperial - Heritage Hotel - A colonial-era property with antique furnishings, poolside dining, and proximity to Agra Fort
This 5-star heritage property since 1900 features 50 rooms including 15 Royal Suites named Chamber of Princes and Deluxe Rooms with garden or pool views. Accommodations contain antique furniture, Raja Ravi Varma art prints, air conditioning, minibars, and tea/coffee makers. Shehenshah Restaurant serves traditional Indian, Chinese, and continental cuisine, while Maikhana bar offers wines and spirits with light entrees. The property includes a swimming pool, spa with Indian and international treatments, and conference facilities with audio-visual equipment. The Grand Imperial - Heritage Hotel is 1 mile from Agra Fort and 2 miles from Taj Mahal. Guests can enjoy folk music performances and puppet shows at the hotel's Gazebo. A continental breakfast is available each morning at The Grand Imperial.
Pros
The property features original colonial-era architecture with Lahori bricks, high ceilings, and antique furnishings
Located 1 mile from Agra Fort with easy access to major historical sites
Offers 15 Royal Suites with four-poster beds and separate sitting areas
Includes multiple dining venues including poolside terrace dining and a dedicated bar
Provides spa services with customized treatments and traditional therapies
Cons
No direct mention of elevator access between floors
Limited information about soundproofing in all room categories
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Transportation and Accessibility
Transportation options
Facilities
General
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free Wi-Fi
- Parking
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- Express check-in/ -out
- No pets allowed
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- Wheelchair access
- 24-hour security
- Luggage storage
- Locker room
- Lift
- Currency exchange
- Coffee shop
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key access
Sports & Fitness
- Badminton
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
Services
- Paid airport shuttle
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Car hire
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Welcome drink
Dining
- Restaurant
- Snack bar
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Dinner
- Packed lunches
- Special diet menus
Business
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cots
- Children's buffet
Facilities for people with disabilities
- Toilet for disabled
- Bathroom for disabled
Spa & Leisure
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Beach umbrellas
- Sun loungers
- Sun terrace
- Garden area
- Spa & wellness centre
- Head massage
- Full body massage
- Foot massage
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Mini-bar
- Soundproofed rooms
- Sitting area
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Location
Reviews and Ratings
The hotel offers a royal experience with beautiful rooms, traditional furniture, and friendly service, but be prepared for higher charges. The location is convenient for exploring Agra attractions, and the dining is delicious with room for improvement.
The hotel offers spacious rooms with interesting furniture and decor, featuring doors opening to the garden and the pool. The bed was lovely with soft and clean linen, ample space, and a great bathroom. The variety for breakfast was impressive, and the staff was warm and efficient. While the location might feel a bit far from the hustle and bustle, the peaceful setting is a definite highlight.
The hotel rooms were beautifully presented and comfortable, with ample space for three of us. The service was very friendly, especially Sabahi who gave us a complimentary henna tattoo experience. The location was great for visiting the Taj Mahal and Agra Fort. The dining experience was fantastic. Overall, a great value for money stay.
The hotel's rooms are pretty big even though they look old and are based on a medieval English decoration, making them absolutely massive. The service was very attentive, polite, and friendly, going above and beyond to make us feel welcome. The location, with its unique character and charm, is great for getting away from the city bustle, but being next to a loud road is a bit of a drawback. The dining experience was average, though a bit plain compared to other options. The hotel's facilities are a mix of positive and negative aspects.
The hotel offers clean rooms with high ceilings and traditional fixtures, but road noise can be heard from the open balcony. The price is reasonable at Rs2,000 plus taxes.
After enduring an 18-hour train journey, we were warmly welcomed by Sahaya, who graciously offered us a room upgrade. Although the dim lighting made the room a bit gloomy during the day, the spacious and soundproofed accommodations provided a comfortable retreat from the bustling streets outside.
My stay at the hotel was quite pleasant overall. The room was amazing and had a pool view window, the staff was lovely, and the location near the Taj Mahal was very convenient. However, the room was a bit cold, and I had to request additional heating.
I had a mixed experience at the hotel. The rooms were spacious and stuffed with antiques, which I loved, but they were quite humid which could be an issue for those with allergies. The service was really helpful and warm, but there were some odd looks when I asked for a breakdown. The location had a tranquil and welcoming vibe, but it wasn't great for exploring on foot. The dining options were decent with nice breakfast choices. Overall, a place with character but some drawbacks.
I had a mixed experience at this hotel. The rooms were spacious and well-equipped, but the humidity might be an issue for those with allergies. The multiple entrances, one leading to the pool and spa, were a nice touch. However, I did find the need for net doors to keep the rooms ventilated a bit inconvenient.
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