We did not stay here but were recommended to go and eat for the view (which was amazing), of the Taj Mahal at sunset, from their rooftop restaurant. The vegetarian meal was good and reasonably priced too. If you are near the south gate in the evening climb up and have a look!

We stayed here for 2 nights, with the main intention of checking out the Taj Mahal. The location of hotel was great. We were advised to go to the Taj early in the morning to avoid long queues and the heat. The location of the hotel helped as it is located about 5-7 min walk from the west gate into... More

This hotel in Taj Ganj offers a beautiful location to shoot Taj Mahal in the evenings in low light with lovely coffee and chai. It is 10 minutes walk from the East gate and Taj can be viewed from the terrace even if you are not a photographer you are bound to enjoy the view. Although we were not staying... More

Kamal is in one of the best locations you could ask for. The view from the roof top restaurant (with great food too) is amazing. The Taj is a lot closer than it looks on a lot of the photos. The hotel is less than 5 minutes walk to the South Gate and less than 10 to the East/West gates... More

Positives: Great location near south and west gate of Taj Mahal, great view on Taj Mahal on rooftop, restaurant is ok, rooms are clean and modern. Negatives: No service, the receptionist doesn't help you with the luggages, he seems to know everything but actually he doesn't. He has no idea about how long will take to go to Mathura by... More

This is a good choice in Agra, looked at a couple of rooms and chose the upgraded room for the standard room price. The bed was very comfortable, sheets are clean, and the room is clean. It is very centrally located, has a so-so rooftop restaurant with a great view of the Taj. LP says it is slightly obscured by... More

Hotel Kamal is 5 minutes walk to all three gates which is essential if your travelling independently of an organised tour. In addition to it's ideal location, my hotel room and bathroom were clean with all the necessary amenities. (You need to let the staff know 10 minutes or so in advance when you want to have a shower if... More

amazing!!! was checking essentials so went to check rooftop and wow!!! the taj right in front of me...very friendly staff, couldn't help em ought as we had one traveller with Delhi belly.. clean bathrooms which essential when travelling with two males! rooftop got a workout one day - breakfast, late lunch flowing into afternoon drinks n dinner!

Based on my impression, hotels in Agra were either really expensive and nice or cheap, a bit dingy and had bad reviews. I was pleasantly surprised at the value of hotel kamal ($17-$20) and the quality. The beds were comfortable, the room temperature cool, running hot water, and very friendly and helpful service staff (especially from Sunny). The only complaint... More