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tourist attraction · Uttar Pradesh, India

Hotels near Taj Mahal

The Taj Mahal is an ivory-white marble mausoleum on the right bank of the river Yamuna in Agra, Uttar Pradesh, India. It was commissioned in 1631 by the fifth Mughal emperor, Shah Jahan, to house the tomb of his late wife, Mumtaz Mahal; it also houses the tomb of Shah Jahan himself. The tomb is the centrepiece of a 17-hectare (42-acre) complex, which includes a mosque and a guest house, and is set in formal gardens bounded on three sides by a crenellated wall.

138 hotels within 5 km of Taj Mahal in Uttar Pradesh, India, including 25 properties rated 4 stars or higher. The closest is Hotel Sidhartha Walking Distance From TajMahal, about 550 m away.

Agra is the obvious choice if the Taj Mahal is your main reason for the trip. At about 3 km away, you can reach it by a short auto-rickshaw or taxi ride, or even walk, meaning you can catch sunrise or sunset visits without wasting a day on transport. The Oberoi Amarvilas Agra is the standout for those wanting Taj views from the hotel itself, while Radisson Hotel Agra, Courtyard by Marriott Agra, and Taj Agra offer solid mid-to-upper range comfort close to the monument.

Delhi, roughly 200 km away, works well for travellers combining the Taj with a broader India itinerary. The express trains (Gatimaan or Shatabdi) get you there in about 2-3 hours, making it feasible as a long day trip. Hotels like Hotel Swagat Palace, Hotel O Empire State, and Hotel O Milan Grand suit those prioritising Delhi as their base for sightseeing, business, or onward travel.

Jaipur, about 240 km and 4-5 hours by car or bus, makes sense if you're doing the Golden Triangle circuit and want a comfortable stopover with more time to spare. The Jaipur Marriott Hotel, Hilton Jaipur, The Leela Palace Jaipur, and Taj Amer offer higher-end stays for those not rushing.

Gwalior, around 120 km and 2-3 hours by train or car, is a good midpoint for travellers interested in combining Mughal-era history with Gwalior's own fort and palaces. Radisson Gwalior, Park Inn by Radisson Gwalior, and Taj Usha Kiran Palace provide comfortable options here.

138 hotels within 5 km

Where to stay near Taj Mahal

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Hotel Sidhartha Walking Distance From TajMahal

Hotel Sidhartha Walking Distance From TajMahal

Western Gate, Taj Mahal, Taj Ganj, (near R.K. Studio barrier)

550 m away as the crow flies

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Joey's Hostel Agra - 200m from Taj Mahal

Joey's Hostel Agra - 200m from Taj Mahal

8.38,104 reviews

3/142 Chowk Kagziyan, Kinari Bazar, Kaserat Bazar, Tajganj

650 m away as the crow flies

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Hotel Sheela, 100m from Taj Mahal

Hotel Sheela, 100m from Taj Mahal

6.9379 reviews

Eastern Gate Taj Mahal

650 m away as the crow flies

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Hotel Kamal Nearest To Taj Mahal

Hotel Kamal Nearest To Taj Mahal

7.3166 reviews

South gate of Taj Mahal, Taj Ganj,

650 m away as the crow flies

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Lucky Restaurant & Guest House Near Taj Mahal

Lucky Restaurant & Guest House Near Taj Mahal

8.11,038 reviews

3/8 Chowk Thana, 282001

700 m away as the crow flies

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Taj City Hotel

Taj City Hotel

5.952 reviews

3/56, Chowk Kagziyan, Taj Ganj

700 m away as the crow flies

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The Vacation Villa Agra A Boutique Hotel Near Taj Mahal

The Vacation Villa Agra A Boutique Hotel Near Taj Mahal

8.4848 reviews

3/14, 15 chowk thana tajganj agra

700 m away as the crow flies

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HOTEL SHYAM PALACE INDIA AGRA

HOTEL SHYAM PALACE INDIA AGRA

8.7846 reviews

Next to Central Bank, Western Gate Tajmahal, tajganj, agra

750 m away as the crow flies

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Maya Hotel & Restaurant

Maya Hotel & Restaurant

8.7198 reviews

18/184, Purani Mandi, Fatehabad Road, 282001

1.1 km away as the crow flies

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The Oberoi Amarvilas Agra

The Oberoi Amarvilas Agra

9.71,156 reviews

Taj East Gate Road, 28 2001

1.1 km away as the crow flies

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Hotel Taj Plaza, Just a 5-minute walk from the Taj Mahal 600 meters

Hotel Taj Plaza, Just a 5-minute walk from the Taj Mahal 600 meters

6.331 reviews

Taj Mahal East Gate, Shilpgram 'VIP' Road.

1.1 km away as the crow flies

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Hotel President

Hotel President

166, Fatehabad Rd, Near Tajmahal, Kailash Cinema, Purani Mandi, Tajganj, Agra, Uttar Pradesh 282001•, Taj Ganj, 282001 Agra, India

1.1 km away as the crow flies

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Sunita homestay

Sunita homestay

8.869 reviews

Sunita home stay 21/108/9 Rajeev Nagar Near Hotel the Oberoi Amar Vilas Tajganj Agra

1.1 km away as the crow flies

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Coral Country Homestay

Coral Country Homestay

Near Hanuman Mandir, Dhandhupura Road, Opp. ShilpGram, Taj Ganj

1.1 km away as the crow flies

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Hotel Atulyaa Taj

Hotel Atulyaa Taj

7.8593 reviews

600 meters from Taj Mahal, Taj East Gate, 282001

1.1 km away as the crow flies

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The blessings home stay

The blessings home stay

21/108/8 rajive nagar near jalma hospital tajganj Agra

1.1 km away as the crow flies

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Hotel Dev Vilas 600 Metres from Taj Mahal

Hotel Dev Vilas 600 Metres from Taj Mahal

Tajmahal Eastern Gate Road, Near Shilpgram Parking

1.2 km away as the crow flies

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Big Brother hostel Hotel

Big Brother hostel Hotel

21/108/15B/1 Rajeev Nagar near Jalma Hospital Tajganj Agra

1.2 km away as the crow flies

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Hotel Taj Resorts

Hotel Taj Resorts

538, Near Shilp Gram, Taj Mahal E Gate, Eastern Gate of Taj Mahal

1.2 km away as the crow flies

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Khas Mahal Homestay

Khas Mahal Homestay

9.6407 reviews

32, Amarlok Colony, Opposite Jalma Research Institute, Near Shilpgram Parking, Tajganj.

1.2 km away as the crow flies

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Sheela Homestay

Sheela Homestay

23/64B/63 aram lok colony near shilpgram parking opp jalma hospital Taj Mahal east gate road

1.2 km away as the crow flies

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Hotel Bhoomi vilas

Hotel Bhoomi vilas

01, Amarlok vip taj east gate shilpgram ticket window

1.2 km away as the crow flies

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Hotel Ganga Ratan

Hotel Ganga Ratan

Tourist Complex Area, 282001

1.3 km away as the crow flies

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The Coral Court Homestay

The Coral Court Homestay

9, Amarlok Colony, Opp Jalma Hospital, Next to Shilpgram (Taj Mahal East gate parking) Tajganj

1.3 km away as the crow flies

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