Built in 1905, the Imperial is the place to stay in Agra. Not only is it a faithful remnant of the glory and splendour of British India, it affords insulation from the frenzied street environment. So clean you can stroll it's huge verandahs in bare feet. Impeccable staff culture, fine people. The chamber rooms are extraordinary, inside 30cm thick Lakhori (ex-Lahore Indus Vally brick style) walls and double door sets, 4.5m ceilings, brass fittings. The restaurant reminds of The Shining, a trip back in time. A special thanks to Nandini, the office manager.

No complaints from this very experienced Indophile.

Stunning hotel with a great ambience. Staff, food and room decor were amazing. We were greeted with the flower garlands and bindis and made to feel like this was a home from home. Neha and her lively colleague on reception ( sorry forgotten name) even did mehendi on mine and my daughters hands for a small fee with a beautiful design and shade that has been commented on in our further stays by fellow tourists. Had a lovely evening chilling by the pool with drinks and there was a little puppet show aswell. Great location and not too far to visit the stunning Taj Mahal - would definitely recommend and stay here again.

Nothing to fault

The premises of the Hotel is nicely set. Well guarded. The hotel staff was very friendly and found opportunities for one of us to do a nightshift work in the restaurant area. The rooms were really nice and had everything needed.

In general the staff was very helpful, however it did not feel like it is genuinely coming from their heart. Two Germans, one Thai, one Portguese and one Indian somehow were more seen as „oh yes they booked four rooms, let them sleep here, feed them and send them away again“ (only at the reception) especially during checkin and checkout I had the feeling that we were not well received, but maybe the other places i stayed in were too friendly (7th time in India). Yes we got flowers upon arrival but I would rather feel welcomed by words that by flowers. Be more authentic.

The building itself is open and roomy and has a colonial style. The rooms were well decorated and very comfortable. The bar area was small and comfortable. The lady on reception was particularly helpful and booked our tickets to the Taj Mahal for us. Puppet show entertainment was good

The evening entertainment of a puppet show was good but there was hard sell to buy after it. Very strong tipping requirement from all staff . Perhaps they would benefit from a one of tipping like other hotels. The pool looked beautiful but was not heated so was too cold too use. Would benefit from some tourist information and perhaps local map

We arrived here after staying at a horrid property prior to this one. This was a very welcome change. The staff were very friendly and hospitable. The grounds were well manicured and there was a live dance performance going on when we arrived. We didn't use the pool, but it looked clean and inviting. Our room was also very clean and spacious. The bed was comfortable and the shower had good pressure. Our WiFi worked very well also. The breakfast was tasty with a good variety of food to choose from. I would recommend staying here.

Nothing. We really enjoyed our stay.

Wow!! In all my years I have never stayed in such a lovely, charming, characterful room. We had a lawn facing room, which was exquisite. The pool and lawns offer a quiet and relaxing space away from the bustle of life outside.

We enjoyed the food in the dining room, but we did experience some slow service one night - seemingly on account of room service meals taking up chef’s time? The bar and rooms ooze charm - but the dining room would benefit from being elevated to offer the same character - it’s pleasant but no where near as characterful or elegant as the rooms.

The highlights were the communication with extra friendly and helpful staff, beautiful and peaceful live music at dinner, gorgeous gardens and pool area, access to ATM, easy to get transport and guide to Taj Mahal from hotel. The best part was the Prince’s Chamber room with its spacious accomodation, bathroom and direct access to garden and pool on both sides as well as breakfast and dining. The ancient double doors and old padlock and key were so interesting and part of historical background of the property.

The loud and unusual musical truck horn noises and vehicles beeping at night were a bit annoying but i am now used to it as it seems this is very common in India on any road. A good pair of earplugs is a must when traveling in India!

This is one of the hotels where the reality of the hotel was better than the pictures. We stayed in the Chamber of Prince Rooms ant it was absolutely beautiful. This heritage hotel showcased the best of India! The hotel spoiled the ladies with Henna Tattoos and offered traditional dancing at the poolside as well as a puppet show! It was such a lovely surprise. First to feel like you are walking back in time through this beautiful property. The big rooms with the antique pieces of yesteryear and then the heritage aspect.

We unfortunately only stayed one night. Wished we could have stayed longer. The hotel is an oasis in Agra. We also did not have breakfast at the hotel so can not comment on the restaurant as we had an early start to see the Taj Mahal and left Agra right afterwards.

It’s a lovely old heritage building and the staff were very keen to please. Rooms are big with 4 poster bed, big old roll top baths as well as showers, all aircon and a ceiling fan. There’s a warm pool, sun loungers, a walled garden and they serve alcoholic beer (unusual for India). Please ignore the 1.0 score posted by someone who hacked my booking.com account this morning!

Building work by pool (bring your headphones!). Rooms a bit musty. Lack of windows that open, but this is common in India.

Spacious room with all the amenities and clean bed linen and washroom. The BF spread was very good and the food was tasty. The staff made us comfortable and were ready to make whatever we liked.

We saw couple of cockroaches in the washroom. Hotel could do some pest control