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Delhi boasts a large number of hotels, which offer accommodation ranging from marbled luxury to cockroach-infested squalor. The most expensive luxury hotels in Delhi quote their prices in US Dollars (only resident Indians are permitted to pay in Rupees) and the visitor should be aware that the quoted rates do not usually include substantial local taxes. For the luxury hotels, these will amount to around 20% on top of the quoted room rates.
The prices quoted below are starting prices for a standard double room, excluding local taxes and breakfast, unless otherwise specified. All hotels listed have air conditioning.
The hotels listed have been classified according to price as follows:
$$$$ (over US$300)
$$$ (US$150 to US$300)
$$ (Rs2,500 to Rs6,000)
$ (up to Rs2,500)
The prices quoted below are starting prices for a standard double room, excluding local taxes and breakfast, unless otherwise specified. All hotels listed have air conditioning.
The hotels listed have been classified according to price as follows:
$$$$ (over US$300)
$$$ (US$150 to US$300)
$$ (Rs2,500 to Rs6,000)
$ (up to Rs2,500)
Business
The Maurya
A large, well-appointed international hotel, the Maurya caters for the needs of the business traveller and the tourist alike. It has a fully equipped business centre and full conference facilities, while the rooms come with electronic safes, Internet connection and the lavish comfort you'd expect of a 5-star property. There is also an excellent clutch of restaurants, including the award-winning Bukhara and Dum Pukht, as well as a jovial Irish-themed bar. De-stressing delights include a swimming pool, health club and beauty parlour.
Diplomatic Enclave
Tel: (011) 2611 2233.
Website: www.itcwelcomgroup.in
Price: $$$$
A large, well-appointed international hotel, the Maurya caters for the needs of the business traveller and the tourist alike. It has a fully equipped business centre and full conference facilities, while the rooms come with electronic safes, Internet connection and the lavish comfort you'd expect of a 5-star property. There is also an excellent clutch of restaurants, including the award-winning Bukhara and Dum Pukht, as well as a jovial Irish-themed bar. De-stressing delights include a swimming pool, health club and beauty parlour.
Diplomatic Enclave
Tel: (011) 2611 2233.
Website: www.itcwelcomgroup.in
Price: $$$$
The Oberoi
An elegant and luxurious modern hotel, The Oberoi occupies a peaceful position overlooking New Delhi's principal golf course and the historic Humayun's Tomb. It has every conceivable convenience for the travelling business person or well-heeled tourist. Apart from a state-of-the-art business centre, there is a terrific spa, swimming pool and gym, as well as a variety of fine-dining options including the popular multicuisine restaurant, threesixty.
Dr Zakir Hussain Marg
Tel: (011) 2436 3030.
Website: www.oberoidel.com
Price: $$$$
An elegant and luxurious modern hotel, The Oberoi occupies a peaceful position overlooking New Delhi's principal golf course and the historic Humayun's Tomb. It has every conceivable convenience for the travelling business person or well-heeled tourist. Apart from a state-of-the-art business centre, there is a terrific spa, swimming pool and gym, as well as a variety of fine-dining options including the popular multicuisine restaurant, threesixty.
Dr Zakir Hussain Marg
Tel: (011) 2436 3030.
Website: www.oberoidel.com
Price: $$$$
Luxury
The Imperial
The most impressive hotel in Delhi, The Imperial opened in the early 1930s and was a favourite haunt of Nehru, Mountbatten and other luminaries, who chatted in the lush gardens. Its interior reflects various design styles, from colonial to art deco, and the ambience is calm and sophisticated. The 231 rooms are gracefully furnished and reflect close attention to detail, with the suites rating among the finest in the world. Amenities include a swimming pool, beauty centre, barber shop and selection of superlative restaurants and bars.
Janpath
Tel: (011) 2334 1234.
Website: www.theimperialindia.com
Price: $$$$
The most impressive hotel in Delhi, The Imperial opened in the early 1930s and was a favourite haunt of Nehru, Mountbatten and other luminaries, who chatted in the lush gardens. Its interior reflects various design styles, from colonial to art deco, and the ambience is calm and sophisticated. The 231 rooms are gracefully furnished and reflect close attention to detail, with the suites rating among the finest in the world. Amenities include a swimming pool, beauty centre, barber shop and selection of superlative restaurants and bars.
Janpath
Tel: (011) 2334 1234.
Website: www.theimperialindia.com
Price: $$$$
Taj Mahal Hotel
The Taj Mahal Hotel is a sleek 5-star property decked out with opulent furniture, plush Persian rugs and a stunning collection of objets d'art. The rooms are luxuriously appointed and include mini-bars, electronic safes and Internet connection. On site are a swimming pool, health club, spa (offering some extremely rejuvenating Ayurvedic treatments), top business centre, bar and handful of sterling restaurants.
1 Mansingh Road
Tel: (011) 2302 6162.
Website: www.tajhotels.com
Price: $$$$
The Taj Mahal Hotel is a sleek 5-star property decked out with opulent furniture, plush Persian rugs and a stunning collection of objets d'art. The rooms are luxuriously appointed and include mini-bars, electronic safes and Internet connection. On site are a swimming pool, health club, spa (offering some extremely rejuvenating Ayurvedic treatments), top business centre, bar and handful of sterling restaurants.
1 Mansingh Road
Tel: (011) 2302 6162.
Website: www.tajhotels.com
Price: $$$$
Moderate
The Claridges
Set in the leafy boulevards of New Delhi, The Claridges is one of the capital's most atmospheric places to stay in this price category. The low-rise building, dating from the mid 1900s, has a mildly art deco feel to it and an understated elegance, in keeping with the spacious bungalows that line the streets of downtown Delhi. Its rooms are a blend of classic and modern styles, all spacious and well presented. Tastefully refurbished, there is a decent health club, swimming pool, beauty parlour and choice of several restaurants.
12 Aurangzeb Road
Tel: (011) 4133 5133.
Website: www.claridges.com
Price: $$$
Set in the leafy boulevards of New Delhi, The Claridges is one of the capital's most atmospheric places to stay in this price category. The low-rise building, dating from the mid 1900s, has a mildly art deco feel to it and an understated elegance, in keeping with the spacious bungalows that line the streets of downtown Delhi. Its rooms are a blend of classic and modern styles, all spacious and well presented. Tastefully refurbished, there is a decent health club, swimming pool, beauty parlour and choice of several restaurants.
12 Aurangzeb Road
Tel: (011) 4133 5133.
Website: www.claridges.com
Price: $$$
The Corus
One of Delhi's newest mid-range hotels, The Corus reflects contemporary design styles and offers very comfortable rooms, all equipped with flat-screen televisions and granite bathrooms. The star attraction of this hotel is its wonderfully central location, in the heart of Connaught Place, which is blessed with a mélange of multi-priced eateries to select from, as well as a bevy of splendid bars and tempting shops.
49 B-Block, Connaught Place
Tel: (011) 2331 5903.
Website: www.thecorus.com
Price: $$
One of Delhi's newest mid-range hotels, The Corus reflects contemporary design styles and offers very comfortable rooms, all equipped with flat-screen televisions and granite bathrooms. The star attraction of this hotel is its wonderfully central location, in the heart of Connaught Place, which is blessed with a mélange of multi-priced eateries to select from, as well as a bevy of splendid bars and tempting shops.
49 B-Block, Connaught Place
Tel: (011) 2331 5903.
Website: www.thecorus.com
Price: $$
Other Recommendations
Bajaj Indian Home Stay
This family-run residential guest house, in the middle-class suburb of Karol Bagh, has 10 well-kept rooms, a rooftop restaurant and a delightfully easygoing vibe. The rooms are clean and comfortable, each decorated in a different theme, with added extras such as hairdryers and in-room safes. Guests are treated to complimentary tea and coffee as well as local telephone calls.
8A/34 WEA, Karol Bagh
Tel: (011) 2573 6509.
Website: www.indianhomestay.com
Price: $$
This family-run residential guest house, in the middle-class suburb of Karol Bagh, has 10 well-kept rooms, a rooftop restaurant and a delightfully easygoing vibe. The rooms are clean and comfortable, each decorated in a different theme, with added extras such as hairdryers and in-room safes. Guests are treated to complimentary tea and coffee as well as local telephone calls.
8A/34 WEA, Karol Bagh
Tel: (011) 2573 6509.
Website: www.indianhomestay.com
Price: $$
Hotel Grand Godwin
For those counting their Rupees, one of the most salubrious budget options is the Hotel Grand Godwin, which is conveniently close to Connaught Place, the New Delhi train station and the bustling backpacker's enclave of Paharganj. The rooms are not particularly luxurious but are well maintained and come with small fridges, televisions and cool marble floors.
41 Arakashan Road, Ram Nagar (Paharganj)
Tel: (011) 2354 6891.
Website: www.godwinhotels.com
Price: $
For those counting their Rupees, one of the most salubrious budget options is the Hotel Grand Godwin, which is conveniently close to Connaught Place, the New Delhi train station and the bustling backpacker's enclave of Paharganj. The rooms are not particularly luxurious but are well maintained and come with small fridges, televisions and cool marble floors.
41 Arakashan Road, Ram Nagar (Paharganj)
Tel: (011) 2354 6891.
Website: www.godwinhotels.com
Price: $
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