The Grand Imperial – Heritage Hotel, Agra





















































































































The Grand Imperial – Heritage Hotel, Agra offers 3 room types, ranging from 30 sqm to 53 sqm. Nightly room prices range from 3,258 to 9,558 INR. Book your stay directly through H5star.
What Defines The Grand Imperial – Heritage Hotel
Colonial-era origins
Built in 1900 as a colonial hotel for the British Empire, the property was formerly known as Metropole and later Imperial Hotel.
Agra heritage landmark
The hotel describes itself as Agra’s first heritage property, with a legacy narrative that includes visits from figures such as Lady Edwina Mountbatten, the Shah of Iran and Jawaharlal Nehru.
Two architectural traditions
The building combines colonial Victorian architecture with Mughal influences.
Two-building garden setting
The property comprises two main buildings and two gardens, including one with poolside seating.
Chamber of Princes suites
The accommodation inventory includes 15 suites designated as Royal suites and named Chamber of Princes.
Four-room Ayurvedic Spa
The Ayurvedic Spa has four treatment rooms, including rooms for couples and outdoor treatment areas.
Poolside water recreation
The outdoor leisure offering includes a waterslide, hot tub and free water park access.
All-day Shehenshah dining
Shehenshah, also listed as Shanshah or Shenshah, is a multi-cuisine and international restaurant serving breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner, with al fresco dining.
Named event setting
Sheesh Mahal is the hotel’s named banquet hall, complemented by conference rooms.
Taj Mahal access
The hotel is on M.G. Road in Rakabganj, with the Taj Mahal approximately 5.3 kilometres away by road.
Featured Facilities at The Grand Imperial – Heritage Hotel, Agra
- Free Parking
- Massage services
- Outdoor pool
- Parking
- Restaurant
- Spa/wellness center
- Swimming Pool
Which Type of Stay Is It Best For?
Couples can combine gardens and poolside leisure with Ayurvedic Spa treatment rooms designed for couples and outdoor treatment areas, while the colonial-Victorian and Mughal setting provides a historically distinctive backdrop for time together.
- ✓Room service
- ✓Wine/champagne
- ✓Garden
- ✓Sun terrace
- ✓Terrace
- ✓Themed dinner nights
- ✓Concierge service
- ✓Outdoor furniture
- ✓Sun loungers or beach chairs
- ✓Bar
- ✓Food delivered to guest room
- ✓Sun umbrellas
The Ayurvedic Spa has four treatment rooms, including couples’ rooms and outdoor treatment areas, with massages such as deep-tissue, hot stone and sports massage; a hot tub and outdoor pool add options for slower, water-based recovery.
- ✓Access to health care professionals
- ✓Badminton equipment
- ✓Fruits
- ✓Lockers
- ✓Special diet menus - on request
Families have access to a waterslide, free water park access, an outdoor pool, gardens and an arcade/game room.
These facilities create a practical mix of water play and relaxed outdoor time within the compact heritage setting.
- ✓Family rooms
- ✓Kid meals
- ✓Kid-friendly buffet
- ✓Snack bar
Conference rooms and the Sheesh Mahal banquet hall provide dedicated settings for meetings and events.
On M.G.
Road in central Agra, the hotel offers road access toward the Taj Mahal corridor and civic areas around Rakabganj.
- ✓Meeting/banquet facilities
- ✓Express check-in/check-out
- ✓Airport pick up
- ✓Airport shuttle
- ✓Luggage storage
- ✓Shuttle service
- ✓Airport drop off
- ✓Breakfast takeaway containers
- ✓Car hire
- ✓Coffee Shop on site
- ✓Currency exchange
- ✓Dry cleaning
- ✓Free WiFi
- ✓Ironing service
- ✓Laundry
- ✓Packed lunches
- ✓Soundproof rooms
Rooms & Rates at The Grand Imperial – Heritage Hotel
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A Colonial-Victorian Landmark with Mughal Details
From Metropole to Imperial Heritage
Dating to 1900, the property was built as a colonial hotel for the British Empire and was formerly known as Metropole before becoming Imperial Hotel. Its heritage identity is linked to a long list of political, royal and film-industry visitors.
Two Buildings and Two Landscaped Gardens
The hotel is arranged across two main buildings and two gardens. One garden incorporates poolside seating, while the broader property design combines colonial Victorian architecture with Mughal influences and named heritage spaces including Sheesh Mahal.
Chamber of Princes within a Compact Heritage Inventory
Suites, Deluxe Rooms and Royal Chambers
The official accommodation description identifies 50 rooms, including 30 suites and 15 deluxe rooms. Fifteen suites are designated Royal suites under the name Chamber of Princes, creating a distinct royal-themed category within the heritage property.
Shehenshah Dining and Named Heritage Bars
Multi-Cuisine Dining at Shehenshah
Shehenshah, also rendered as Shanshah or Shenshah, is the principal restaurant. It is described as multi-cuisine and international, serving breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner, with al fresco dining available.
Maikhana, Poolside Bar and Deedar-E-Taj
The bar is named Maikhana, with cocktails associated with the venue. Other listed outlets include Poolside Bar and Deedar-E-Taj, alongside a coffee shop and snack bar or deli.
Poolside Gardens with Waterslide Recreation
Outdoor Pool and Garden Seating
The outdoor pool is set within the hotel’s landscaped grounds, where one of the two gardens includes poolside seating. The pool is listed as open from 7:00 am to 7:30 pm and is served by a poolside bar.
Water Park Access and Outdoor Leisure
The leisure facilities include a waterslide, hot tub and free water park access. Additional outdoor amenities listed for the property include a rooftop terrace, an outdoor entertainment area and an adjacent golf course.
Ayurvedic Spa Treatments and Sheesh Mahal Events
Four Treatment Rooms and Outdoor Spa Areas
The Ayurvedic Spa contains four treatment rooms, including rooms for couples, as well as outdoor treatment areas. Available massage treatments include deep-tissue, hot stone and sports massage, with a hot tub forming part of the wider wellness facilities.
Conference Rooms and Banquet Hall
The hotel provides conference rooms and the Sheesh Mahal banquet hall for meetings and events, adding a dedicated business and function component to the otherwise compact heritage property.
Central Rakabganj Access to Agra’s Landmark Corridor
M.G. Road in Built-Up Central Agra
The hotel stands on M.G. Road in the Rakabganj area, opposite the District Magistrate’s Bungalow and near Sai ki Takiya. The setting is part of Agra’s built-up civic core rather than a resort district.
Road Connections to the Taj Mahal Area
The Taj Mahal is approximately 5.3 kilometres away by road. The M.G. Road position also provides access toward central market streets, the Taj Mahal corridor and administrative neighbourhoods around Rakabganj.
What's near The Grand Imperial – Heritage Hotel?
The Grand Imperial – Heritage Hotel has 7 restaurants and 2 cafés and 1 bars within 3000 metres. Nearby restaurants include Family Corner Restaurant, Pure Veg - good and cheap, lakshmi vilas, Sardaar Ji Da Dhaba, Tea'se me, Maya’s and Pashtun, while cafés include Chimmanlal Puri Wale and Drinks, while bars include Juice Corner.
Nearby transport options around The Grand Imperial – Heritage Hotel include Bus Stop Hans travel just 85 metres from the hotel, with Bus Stop Shrinath Travel bus stop 99 metres away, Station Idgah 867 metres away, Station Agra Fort 1.4 km away, Subway Station Mankameshwar Mandir 978 metres away, Subway Station Dr. Ambedkar Chowk Station 1.3 km away, Bus Station RSRTC Bus Station 1.2 km away, Bus Station Bus to Gwalior 1.4 km away and Railway Station Agra Cantonment 2.5 km away.
- Family Corner Restaurant1.2 km
- Pure Veg - good and cheap1.4 km
- lakshmi vilas1.7 km
- Sardaar Ji Da Dhaba2.2 km
- Tea'se me2.8 km
- Maya’s2.9 km
- Pashtun2.9 km
- Chimmanlal Puri Wale1.3 km
- Drinks1.6 km
- Juice Corner882 m
- Mankameshwar Mandir978 m
- Dr. Ambedkar Chowk Station1.3 km
- Taj Mahal2.8 km
- Hans travel85 m
- Shrinath Travel bus stop99 m
- Idgah867 m
- Agra Fort1.4 km
- Raja Ki Mandi2.6 km
- Rawatpara Spice Market1.4 km
- Jahangir's Hauz1.4 km
- Seo Ka Bazar1.7 km
- Kashmiri Bazar1.7 km
- Mal ka bazar1.9 km
- Viewpoint of Taj Mahal & Agra Fort2.2 km
- Street Art Wall2.5 km
- Street Art Wall2.5 km
- Old abandoned houses with monkeys2.7 km
- No View of Taj Mahal2.9 km
Sentiment analysis
| Category | Score | Guest Sentiment |
|---|---|---|
| Cleanliness | 7.35 | Several reviews mentioned issues with cleanliness and maintenance. |
| Service | 8.85 | Staff were described as helpful and attentive in multiple reviews. |
| Location | 8.85 | Guests appreciated the location of the hotel, highlighting its favorable setting. |
| Room Quality | 7.85 | Negative comments regarding room size and quality were made. |
| Amenities | 8.35 | Amenities mentioned included dining options and general hotel facilities. |
| Value for Money | 6.85 | Multiple reviews indicated that the experience did not match the cost. |
| Food and Beverage | 8.35 | Dining options received positive feedback for quality. |
| Overall Experience | 8.35 | General enjoyment noted, though several specific issues were highlighted. |
The Grand Imperial – Heritage Hotel, Agra Compared With Other 5-Star Hotels in Agra
See how The Grand Imperial – Heritage Hotel, Agra compares with other 5-star hotels in Agra across room size, price and stay scores.
| Metric | The Grand Imperial – Heritage Hotel, Agra | 5-Star Agra Average | Position |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest nightly room price | 3 258 INR | 23 932 INR | Below average |
| Price for 50 sqm rooms | 16 670 INR | 17 374 INR | Below average |
| Price for 100 sqm rooms | 13 495 INR | 13 495 INR | Above average |
| Guest Rating | 8.1 | 8.9 | — |
| Reviews | 1,915 | 1,685 | — |
| Couples Score | 9.2 | — | — |
| Wellness Score | 6.5 | — | — |
| Families Score | 8.1 | — | — |
| Business Score | 9.4 | — | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
How many room types does The Grand Imperial – Heritage Hotel, Agra offer?
The Grand Imperial – Heritage Hotel, Agra offers 3 room types.
What is the price range for rooms at The Grand Imperial – Heritage Hotel, Agra?
Room prices range from 3,258 – 9,558 INR per night.
What is the average nightly price at The Grand Imperial – Heritage Hotel, Agra?
The average nightly room price is 7,184 INR.
What are the room sizes at The Grand Imperial – Heritage Hotel, Agra?
Room sizes range from 30 sqm to 53 sqm.
What is the most affordable room at The Grand Imperial – Heritage Hotel, Agra?
The most affordable room at The Grand Imperial – Heritage Hotel, Agra is Deluxe Garden View Room with 20% discount on food, beverages, spa and laundry, with prices from 2 599 INR per night.
What type of stay is The Grand Imperial – Heritage Hotel, Agra best suited for?
What facilities does The Grand Imperial – Heritage Hotel, Agra offer?
The Grand Imperial – Heritage Hotel, Agra offers a selection of facilities and services for a comfortable stay.
Can I book The Grand Imperial – Heritage Hotel, Agra through H5star?
Yes. You can check live room rates and availability and book your stay directly through H5star.
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