Hilton enters city of Taj

The opening of DoubleTree by Hilton in Agra marks the group’s entry into one of the most important leisure markets in India for both DoubleTree by Hilton and Hilton Worldwide.

Hilton recently announced the opening of its DoubleTree Hotel in Agra. With this launch, Hilton Worldwide has a presence across the Golden Triangle, the most popular tourist circuit in the country, with hotels in Delhi NCR, Jaipur and Agra. The hotel is owned by Archer Hospitality and managed by Hilton Worldwide.

According to John Greenleaf, Global Head, DoubleTree by Hilton, the opening of this property marks the group’s entry into one of the most important leisure markets in India for both DoubleTree by Hilton and Hilton Worldwide.

Set in the heart of the bustling city and minutes from the iconic Taj Mahal, the trendy DoubleTree by Hilton Agra is among very few hotels offering a view of the magnificent mausoleum. The hotel is in the vicinity of popular attractions and shopping districts including the Agra Fort, Akbar’s Tomb, Jama Masjid and Kinari Bazaar. The hotel is located 10 kilometres from the Agra Airport and seven kilometres from the Agra Cantonment Railway Station. Guests driving from Delhi can also easily access the hotel from the Delhi - Agra Yamuna Expressway.

The hotel features 104 guestrooms, including four suites, all equipped with modern amenities including the signature Sweet Dreams by DoubleTree sleep experience bed, and WiFi. Recreational facilities at the hotel include an outdoor infinity pool with views of the Taj Mahal. DoubleTree by Hilton Agra also features a range of flexible meeting and event offerings.

“The opening of DoubleTree by Hilton Agra is a significant milestone as it marks the entry of Hilton Worldwide into this prime leisure destination,” said Daniel Welk, Vice President, Operations - India, Hilton Worldwide.

The opening of DoubleTree by Hilton Agra is a significant milestone as it marks the entry of Hilton Worldwide into this prime leisure destination