Accor has signed a deal with Shekhar Resorts to
open the first Fairmont hotel in Agra, home of the Taj Mahal – one
of the seven wonders of the world and an UNESCO World Heritage
Site in India.
Set to open by 2025, the Fairmont Agra will be
located on a bank of the Yamuna River in the city of Agra in the
northern state of Uttar Pradesh. The hotel, which will have 205
rooms and suites, will be approximately a two-hour drive from New
Delhi and around two kilometres from the Taj Mahal.
Facilities will include a signature restaurant,
specialty restaurant, coffee shop, bar, swimming pool, fitness
center and a spa.
“We are delighted to partner with Fairmont, an
iconic luxury brand within the Accor Group,” said Anuj Jain, Director of Shekhar Resorts
– Agra. “Given Accor’s expertise in luxury hospitality management
and knowledge of the markets they operate in, we found Fairmont
and Accor as the most adept partners to manage the upcoming
Fairmont Agra. We believe that the property will stand out and
elevate the luxury hospitality experience in Agra and northern
India. We are excited to start our first partnership with Fairmont
and Accor and to bring the most unique and memorable experiences
to our guests.”
In India, Fairmont already operates the majestic
Fairmont Jaipur and will open additional hotels in Udaipur, Mumbai
and Shimla Fagu over the next two years.
“This is a
great addition to our brand portfolio,” said Mark Willis, CEO of
Fairmont Hotels & Resorts. “Fairmont Agra will be situated in one
of the most awe-inspiring destinations in the world, and I am
confident that its strategic location, architecture, and
breathtaking views will make it one of our top iconic properties.
With the brand’s exceptional standards, Fairmont Agra is set to
offer an unforgettable experience to its guests.”
