Shanti LodgevsHotel Sakura
Both Shanti Lodge and Hotel Sakura are rated very highly by professional reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, Shanti Lodge ranks marginally better than Hotel Sakura. Shanti Lodge has a TripExpert Score of 72 with endorsements from 2 publications like Lonely Planet, Rough Guide.
Shanti Lodge
Chowk Kagjiyan South Gate, South Gate, Taj Mahal, Agra 282001, India
From $0/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Laundry Service
- Restaurant
- Spa
- Air Conditioning
- Minibar
Rough Guide
"Deservedly popular backpacker lodge with superb Taj views from the rooftop restaurant, a mixed bag of rooms... There are also good deals for single occupancy."
Lonely Planet
"Its restaurant... still has arguably the best rooftop view of the Taj in all of Agra.There’s also some shade for hot afternoons." Full review
Hotel Sakura
49, Old Idgah Colony, Next To Idgah Bus Station, Agra 282001, India
From $0/night
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Restaurant
- Dry Cleaning
- Air Conditioning
Rough Guide
"Well-run and
good-value guesthouse on the west side of town. It doesn’t
look too inviting from the outside, but the rooms (of which
there’s quite a variety, including a/c rooms from..."
Lonely Planet
"Rooms are clean, with high ceilings and marble floors, and the management is friendly and very knowledgeable... Jaipur deluxe buses leave from the hotel’s driveway." Full review