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4-star hotels in Agra
A shortlist of 4-star hotels in Agra, drawn from the 129 properties on our site, for travellers who want a pool or spa, a central base and a solid guest score without stepping up to 5-star. Every hotel here is rated 4-star and scores at least 3.7 out of 5.
Staying in Agra
Agra is more than the Taj Mahal. It is a busy city of markets and gardens with a deep Mughal heritage; Mehtab Bagh across the Yamuna looks back at the monument, and Itmad-ud-Daulah's Tomb is another Mughal masterpiece. Mughlai cooking and petha sweets are part of the everyday fabric of the city.
Most of these 4-star hotels sit in Taj Ganj and along Fatehabad Road, the districts closest to the Taj Mahal, with addresses such as Taj Nagri Phase 1, Shilpgram Road and Fatehabad Road; a few are further out in Sanjay Place or on M.G. Road. That makes the list suit couples and families who want early access to the monument, and business travellers who prefer the quieter commercial side of the city.
The shortlist
Ranked by hotel class, then guest rating and number of reviews.
Golden Tulip Agra
Opp. Hotel Jaypee Palace, Agra, India
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Indoor pool
- Spa
- Free car parking
Why stay hereSet 2.2 km from the centre, Golden Tulip Agra pairs an indoor pool and spa with a garden and free parking. Guests rate it 4.6 out of 5 across 207 reviews. With banquet space, a restaurant and a business centre, it works well for travellers who want a full-service base and for those mixing work with sightseeing.
See Golden Tulip AgraRoyale Sarovar Portico Agra
1974 1979 Fatehabad Road, Agra, India
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Outdoor pool
- Spa
- Free car parking
Why stay hereRoyale Sarovar Portico Agra sits 1 km from the centre and offers an outdoor pool, a fitness centre and a spa with steam room, plus free parking. Its 4.5 out of 5 guest rating reflects a dependable stay. Car rental and a restaurant make it a practical choice for couples and families touring the city.
See Royale Sarovar Portico AgraHotel Taj Resorts
#538 Near Shilp Gram Taj Mahal E Gate, Agra, India
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Outdoor pool
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
Why stay hereClose to the Taj Mahal East Gate and 0.8 km from the centre, Hotel Taj Resorts suits sightseers who want to be near the monument. An outdoor pool, family rooms and a terrace cover both downtime and group needs. Its 4.3 out of 5 rating comes from 4218 reviews.
See Hotel Taj ResortsFairfield by Marriott Agra
119 8 & 120 8 Ashok Cosmos Mall Wazirpura Road Civil Lines Sanjay Place, Agra, India
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
- Lounge
Why stay hereFairfield by Marriott Agra offers a fitness centre, family rooms and a lounge, with free parking and Wi-Fi, 6.1 km from the centre. Business travellers appreciate the business centre and express check-in, while families get space and a restaurant on site.
See Fairfield by Marriott AgraHotel Anand Villa
Behind Tdi Mall Fatehbad Road, Agra, India
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Spa
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
Why stay hereHotel Anand Villa combines a garden, spa and massage with a restaurant, 0.8 km from the centre on Fatehabad Road. Babysitting service and family-friendly touches make it suited to parents travelling with children, and the shuttle service helps with getting around.
See Hotel Anand VillaThe P L Palace Agra
Mahatma Gandhi Road Sanjay Place Agra, Agra, India
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Indoor pool
- Free car parking
- Lounge
Why stay hereThe P L Palace Agra has an indoor pool, fitness centre and kitchen-equipped rooms, with free parking and Wi-Fi, 6.2 km from the centre. A beauty salon, shops and several bars add convenience, making it a fit for longer stays and guests who prefer a quieter location.
See The P L Palace AgraThe Grand Imperial Heritage Hotel
M.G. Road Opposite To Dm Bunglow, Agra, India
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Outdoor pool
- Spa
- Free car parking
Why stay hereThe Grand Imperial Heritage Hotel pairs a garden and outdoor pool with a jacuzzi and massage, 4.2 km from the centre. Family rooms and a restaurant suit holidaymakers, while the heritage setting appeals to those wanting character alongside facilities such as free parking and Wi-Fi.
See The Grand Imperial Heritage HotelCity Star Hotel Agra
Trident Hotel India Taj Nagari Phase 1 Agra, Agra, India
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereCity Star Hotel Agra is a compact option with a restaurant, bar and concierge, 1 km from the centre. Guests get free Wi-Fi, free bottled water and free parking. It suits travellers who want a simple, well-located base for visiting the sights.
See City Star Hotel AgraMansingh Palace
Fatehabad Road, Agra, India
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Kids pool
- Sauna
- Car parking
Why stay hereMansingh Palace offers an outdoor pool, kids pool and gymnasium, with a garden and sauna, 1.4 km from the centre. Families with children are well served, and the restaurant, bar and business centre cover dining and work needs.
See Mansingh PalaceHoward Plaza The Fern Agra
Fatehabad Road Bansal Nagar Tajganj, Agra, India
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Sauna
- Parking
- Gymnasium
Why stay hereHoward Plaza The Fern Agra provides a gymnasium, sauna and steam bath with jacuzzi, plus massage and a pillow menu, 1.3 km from the centre. Valet parking and multilingual staff add convenience for international guests.
See Howard Plaza The Fern AgraThe Retreat
Taj Nagri Phase I Shilpgram Road, Agra, India
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Outdoor pool
- Spa
- Free car parking
Why stay hereThe Retreat is 0.4 km from the centre and offers an outdoor pool, massage and a bar, plus free parking and Wi-Fi. It suits travellers who want to be within easy reach of the centre and enjoy on-site dining and leisure.
See The RetreatCrystal Inn
785 Fatehbad Road Behind Tdi Mall, Agra, India
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
- Family rooms
Why stay hereCrystal Inn offers a restaurant, bar and terrace with free parking and Wi-Fi, 0.9 km from the centre on Fatehabad Road. Its family rooms and shuttle service make it a straightforward choice for those touring the city.
See Crystal InnHoward Plaza The Fern Agra
Fatehabad Road, Agra, India
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Outdoor pool
- Spa
- Free car parking
Why stay hereThis Howard Plaza The Fern Agra listing features a fitness centre, gymnasium and outdoor pool, 1.3 km from the centre. A games room and lounge add leisure options, and the restaurant and bar cover dining.
See Howard Plaza The Fern AgraTaj Sojourn
B 80 Sector B 1 Type E Behind Pavillion Court Garden Taj Nagri Phase 2 Agra, Agra, India
Best for: Drivers · Breakfast
- Free car parking
- Breakfast in room
- Kitchen
Why stay hereTaj Sojourn offers a garden, terrace and balcony rooms, plus a kitchen, 0.9 km from the centre. Free parking and Wi-Fi, along with a shuttle service and special diets on request, suit families and longer stays.
See Taj SojournThe Orchid Retreat Agra Stay Near Taj Mahal
Plot No 28 Taj Nagri Phase 1 Taj East Gate Road, Agra, India
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
- Lounge
Why stay hereNear the Taj Mahal East Gate and 0.6 km from the centre, The Orchid Retreat Agra suits visitors focused on the monument. A garden and terrace, free parking and Wi-Fi, and pet-friendly, family-room policies give flexibility for different travellers.
See The Orchid Retreat Agra Stay Near Taj Mahal
The shortlist side by side
| Hotel | Class | Guest rating | Reviews | Parking | Breakfast | Pool or spa | To the centre |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Golden Tulip Agra | ★★★★ | 4.6 | 207 | Yes | Yes | Yes | 2.2 km |
| Royale Sarovar Portico Agra | ★★★★ | 4.5 | 197 | Yes | Yes | Yes | 1.0 km |
| Hotel Taj Resorts | ★★★★ | 4.3 | 4,218 | Yes | Yes | Yes | 0.8 km |
| Fairfield by Marriott Agra | ★★★★ | 4.3 | 754 | Yes | Yes | – | 6.1 km |
| Hotel Anand Villa | ★★★★ | 4.3 | 725 | Yes | Yes | Yes | 0.8 km |
| The P L Palace Agra | ★★★★ | 4.2 | 3,732 | Yes | – | Yes | 6.2 km |
| The Grand Imperial Heritage Hotel | ★★★★ | 4.2 | 673 | Yes | Yes | Yes | 4.2 km |
| City Star Hotel Agra | ★★★★ | 4.2 | 424 | Yes | – | – | 1.0 km |
| Mansingh Palace | ★★★★ | 4.0 | 2,658 | Yes | Yes | Yes | 1.4 km |
| Howard Plaza The Fern Agra | ★★★★ | 3.9 | 3,406 | Yes | – | Yes | 1.3 km |
| The Retreat | ★★★★ | 3.9 | 199 | Yes | Yes | Yes | 0.4 km |
| Crystal Inn | ★★★★ | 3.7 | 1,042 | Yes | Yes | – | 0.9 km |
| Howard Plaza The Fern Agra | ★★★★ | – | – | Yes | Yes | Yes | 1.3 km |
| Taj Sojourn | ★★★★ | – | – | Yes | Yes | – | 0.9 km |
| The Orchid Retreat Agra Stay Near Taj Mahal | ★★★★ | – | – | Yes | Yes | – | 0.6 km |
From each hotel's own listing on this site; a dash means it is not listed.
How to choose
For families
Hotel Taj Resorts, Crystal Inn, The Grand Imperial Heritage Hotel and Fairfield by Marriott Agra all list family rooms. The Grand Imperial Heritage Hotel and Hotel Taj Resorts add a swimming pool, and Fairfield by Marriott Agra provides cots, so younger children are covered.
Hotel Taj Resorts · Crystal Inn · The Grand Imperial Heritage Hotel · Fairfield by Marriott Agra
For pools and spas
Golden Tulip Agra, Royale Sarovar Portico Agra, Hotel Anand Villa and The Retreat all have a swimming pool; Golden Tulip Agra, Royale Sarovar Portico Agra and Hotel Anand Villa also list a spa. Golden Tulip Agra and Royale Sarovar Portico Agra pair that with an indoor or outdoor pool and massage.
Golden Tulip Agra · Royale Sarovar Portico Agra · Hotel Anand Villa · The Retreat
Closest to the centre
The Retreat is 0.4 km from the centre, The Orchid Retreat Agra Stay Near Taj Mahal 0.6 km, and Hotel Taj Resorts and Hotel Anand Villa 0.8 km. These four are the shortest hops to the monument and the surrounding streets.
The Retreat · The Orchid Retreat Agra Stay Near Taj Mahal · Hotel Taj Resorts · Hotel Anand Villa
Top-rated by guests
Golden Tulip Agra scores 4.6 out of 5 from 207 reviews, Royale Sarovar Portico Agra 4.5 from 197, and Hotel Taj Resorts and Fairfield by Marriott Agra 4.3, from 4218 and 754 reviews respectively. Hotel Taj Resorts combines that score with the largest review base.
Golden Tulip Agra · Royale Sarovar Portico Agra · Hotel Taj Resorts · Fairfield by Marriott Agra
Plan your stay
Getting there and around
Agra Airport has limited flights, so most travellers arrive by train: Agra Cantt railway station is the main railhead, with frequent trains from Delhi, Jaipur and other cities. From Delhi and Gurugram, the Yamuna Expressway gives a direct road route. Within the city, auto-rickshaws, cycle-rickshaws, taxis and buses are available, and app-based cab services operate too. Many hotels are within walking distance of the Taj Mahal in Taj Ganj; for other areas, using local transport is common.
When to go
October to March is the best window, when the weather is cooler and more comfortable for sightseeing. April to June is hot, with temperatures often above 40°C, and July to September brings monsoon humidity and rain. Taj Mahotsav in February and Diwali in autumn are celebrated with enthusiasm, so early-year and autumn stays catch the city at its liveliest.
Things to do near Agra
Questions, answered
Which of these hotels is closest to the city centre?
The Retreat, at 0.4 km from the centre, is the nearest, followed by The Orchid Retreat Agra Stay Near Taj Mahal at 0.6 km and Hotel Taj Resorts and Hotel Anand Villa, both at 0.8 km.
Do any of these 4-star hotels have a pool?
Yes. Golden Tulip Agra has an indoor pool, and Royale Sarovar Portico Agra, Hotel Taj Resorts, The Grand Imperial Heritage Hotel, Mansingh Palace and The Retreat have outdoor pools. Mansingh Palace also has a kids pool.
Which hotels have a spa or gym?
Golden Tulip Agra, Royale Sarovar Portico Agra, Hotel Anand Villa and The Grand Imperial Heritage Hotel list a spa. Fitness centres appear at Royale Sarovar Portico Agra and Fairfield by Marriott Agra, and gyms at Mansingh Palace and Howard Plaza The Fern Agra.
Is free parking available at these hotels?
Free car parking is listed by Golden Tulip Agra, Royale Sarovar Portico Agra, Hotel Taj Resorts, Fairfield by Marriott Agra, Hotel Anand Villa, The P L Palace Agra, The Grand Imperial Heritage Hotel, City Star Hotel Agra, The Retreat, Crystal Inn and The Orchid Retreat.
Can I bring a pet?
The Orchid Retreat Agra Stay Near Taj Mahal is the only 4-star hotel on this list that states pets allowed. The others do not list pets among their facilities, so confirm before booking if you are travelling with an animal.
Which hotel is best for families?
Hotel Taj Resorts suits families with family rooms, a swimming pool and 4218 reviews. The Grand Imperial Heritage Hotel adds a pool, garden and cots, and Fairfield by Marriott Agra offers family rooms, a cot and a gym.
What is the highest-rated 4-star hotel here?
Golden Tulip Agra scores 4.6 out of 5 from 207 reviews, ahead of Royale Sarovar Portico Agra at 4.5 from 197. Both list a spa and a pool, and Golden Tulip Agra is 2.2 km from the centre.
Which hotels serve breakfast?
Breakfast is listed at Golden Tulip Agra, Royale Sarovar Portico Agra, Hotel Taj Resorts, Fairfield by Marriott Agra, Hotel Anand Villa, The Grand Imperial Heritage Hotel, Mansingh Palace, Crystal Inn, The Retreat and The Orchid Retreat. Royale Sarovar Portico Agra and others also offer breakfast in room.