We are beyond pleased with our stay at Joey's Hostel - The room was very clean with a beautiful interior, which alone made us want to stay longer! The rooftop café had an awesome view of Agra and Taj Mahal. Besides that, the service was no second to best!! Rajeev is such a good, hospital, and kind manager, truly concerned with the guest's needs, and very friendly. We felt very welcome even tho we had annoying requests at times (I had forgotten something in the room and asked to go after check out; asked for a hairdryer at 1 am), still everyone was understanding and kind. The location is another plus for us as we were just 5 minutes away from Taj Mahal! Amazing place, a little heaven in the heart of Agra! We are thinking of our return already :>
I had an amazing stay at Joey’s Hostel, Agra for 1 day, and it turned out to be an experience I’ll always remember. From the moment I arrived, everything felt warm, welcoming, and thoughtfully managed.
A huge shoutout to Rajeev, who was absolutely incredible and went above and beyond to make our stay truly special. He helped us with several things that made our trip experience really, really good. One of the best parts was that he introduced us to a group of people who later became really good friends—something that made the stay even more memorable.
Rajeev also arranged a biryani cooking session, where we learned how to make biryani and later enjoyed eating it together. It was such a fun and unique experience. After that, he organized a Taj Mahal tour, during which he shared interesting information and insights about the place and its history, making the visit even more meaningful.
Once we returned to the hostel, Rajeev made sure we had everything we needed in our room for a comfortable stay. In the evening, he arranged a bonfire on the rooftop, where we enjoyed delicious food and drinks. The food was absolutely great, and the overall vibe was just perfect.
Another big plus point is the location—the hostel is very close to the Taj Mahal and within walking distance. You can even see the Taj Mahal from the rooftop restaurant while enjoying a cup of coffee, which is simply magical.
Overall, our stay was nothing short of a memory worth keeping. All thanks to Rajeev and the management of Joey’s Hostel, who genuinely care about their guests and the experience they have. I would highly recommend this place to anyone visiting Agra and would love to stay here again.
This is the typical whole school in the middle of Agra old city where the noise is a bit less than in the central part but it has the typical. Let’s call it Indian touch with cows and dogs on the street and the corresponding smell. The owners are friendly and run the hostel decently as it’s a hostel and not a hotel The level of service, hygiene and infrastructure are nevertheless okay. Was not recommended for families but for backpackers who want to save some money and travel cheaply it’s quite okay. The best part is the rooftop from where you can see Taj Mahal. The Restaurant on the rooftop is not run by the same management as the hostel it’s a separate management but the combination is good for those who are sleeping in the front building heading towards the street.
Getting to Joey’s Hostel Agra is a bit tricky due to narrow, crowded lanes, best to insist on taking an auto or e-rickshaw. The surroundings may feel intimidating at first, but once inside, it’s completely safe and very welcoming. The Taj view from the open café is incredible!!! Probably the best among hostels in Agra. Helpful staff, free chai all day, fun activities, and great hospitality made it a memorable stay.
I had a wonderful stay at Joey’s Hostel in Agra. Great location, very friendly staff, clean rooms, and excellent value for money. Special thanks to KK, who became a true friend and showed us his homeland on amazing excursions. Thank you, Joey’s Hostel and KK— see you again soon!
