Romantic – and well-off – trendsetters are certain to find a kindred spirit among the vaulting marble and sleek columns of the Oberoi Amarvilas, a mere 600 m from one of the best-known monuments to love in the world: the Taj Mahal.

The Amarvilas, itself a monument to Moorish elegance, boasts Taj Mahal views from all of its rooms, bar, lobby, and anything else with a window. Its collection of rooms all feature teak floors, plush furniture and marble bathrooms, but the real “jewel in the crown” is the Kohinoor Suite, a four-room beauty which offers the best view of the Taj Mahal from the bathroom.

Man does not live on love alone. Dining options include Esphahan, which specializes in traditional Indian dinners, while the 24-hour Bellevue provides Indian or international breakfasts, lunches and dinners to the ravenous sightseer. Work off all those pounds at the gym, pool, or yoga room, or succumb to laziness with a Thai massage.

Location & How to get there

Hotel
Luxury spa,Swimming pool where snacks and drinks are served; Ballroom and fine restaurants to suit the international palate. Lobby lounge is a feast for the eye, designed as it was, around that glorious view of the Taj Mahal.

Indian Restaurant, Car rental: through Concierge. Currency exchange provided by Hotel Front Desk. Gem Palace - Jewellery boutique. Bookshop. Tijori - Souvenir shop. Travel arrangements, Secretarial services. Fax machine provided in-room on request. Personal computer rental. Interpreter on request. Cellular phone rental. Audio visual equipment rental. Boardroom. Multilingual staff. Internet/Email

Rooms
Walk-in closet with electronic safe, Satellite television and DVD/CD player, fully stocked mini bar and self-use tea/coffee kettle, with choice of teas, hand crafted inlay work desk with lamp, large lounge chair and ottoman with marble inlay coffee table

Additional Information

Environment
The Oberoi Group is committed to employing the best environmental and ecological practices in technology, equipment and operational processes. The Oberoi Group also supports philanthropic activities that range from education to assistance for the mentally and physically challenged. The Group is also a keen contributor to the conservation of nature and of cultural heritage.

Recognition
Ranked the 8th best hotel in the world - Condé Nast Traveler, USA, Readers’ Choice Awards 2008
Ranked the 6th best hotel in the world - Travel + Leisure, World’s Best Awards, Readers’ Poll 2008
Ranked the 3rd best hotel in Asia - Travel + Leisure, World’s Best Awards, Readers’ Poll 2008
6th Best Hotel in the World - Condé Nast Traveler, Readers' Choice Awards 2007
3rd in the 75 Top Hotels in Asia - Condé Nast Traveler, Readers' Choice Awards 2007
Best New Hotel/Resort Discovery (Ranked 3rd) - Gallivanter’s Guide-Award for Excellence 2005
Hotel of the Year 2003 - Gallivanter’s Guide – Editor’s Choice Award January 2004
The Best Destinations of 2003 - Forbes Magazine 2004
Best Suites Award (Pure Decadence) - Elite Traveler Award 2004

STYLE

Moorish Elegance

SETTING

Taj Mahal Tastic

ROOM RATES

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YEAR OPENED

2001

ENVIRONMENT RATING

SIZE

105 Rooms & Suites

ARCHITECT

Prabhat Patki

GREAT FOR

Sightseeing, Romance, Culture

BEST ROOM

Kohinoor Suite
This magnificent suite has, a large living room, a dining room, a study and a spacious bedroom with an attached bathroom, each of which has breathtaking views of the Taj Mahal.

VISIT

Taj Mahal

Described as the most extravagant monument ever built for love, this stunning mausoleum has become the de facto tourist emblem of India.

EXPLORE

Kinari Bazaar

The alleyways of Kinari Bazaar, or old marketplace, start near the Jama Masjid. There are several distinct areas whose names are relics of the Mughal period, though they don't always bear relation to what is sold there today.

PAMPER

Oberoi Spa

Trained Thai therapists reenergize the body with personalized holistic treatments based on Ayurveda, ancient Thai and western techniques.

TRY

Yoga

The resort offers an extensive Yoga menu specially created by our resident Yogacharya to suit your specific needs.

EAT

Esphahan Restaurant

Oberois speciality Indian restaurant, serving traditional Indian cuisine.