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The Imperial New Delhi
Janpath Ln, Janpath, Connaught Place, New Delhi, Delhi 110001
Among all the magnificent luxury hotels that grace the landscape of New Delhi, The Imperial stands in a category that is entirely and gloriously its own. Located on Janpath Lane, Janpath, Connaught Place, New Delhi, Delhi 110001, this legendary 5-star property is far more than a hotel — it is a living piece of India's history, an architectural masterpiece, and one of the most storied hospitality destinations in all of Asia. Part of The Imperial brand, this extraordinary property has been welcoming the world's most distinguished guests for decades, offering them an experience that seamlessly weaves together the grandeur of colonial-era heritage, the richness of Indian culture, and the finest standards of contemporary luxury. For travellers who seek something truly irreplaceable — a stay that transcends the ordinary and lingers in the memory long after departure — The Imperial New Delhi is, without question, the definitive choice.
A Living Monument to India's History and Heritage
The Imperial New Delhi is not simply an old building with a luxury hotel inside it. It is a fully preserved and lovingly maintained heritage property that stands as one of New Delhi's most important architectural and cultural landmarks. Built in the grand colonial style that defined the construction of Lutyens' New Delhi in the early twentieth century, the hotel's architecture is a masterwork of Art Deco and Baroque influences, featuring soaring colonnades, elegant facades, and interiors that overflow with historical significance and artistic richness.
What makes The Imperial truly extraordinary is its remarkable collection of art and artefacts — one of the largest and most significant private collections of colonial and post-colonial art in India. The hotel's corridors, lobbies, and public spaces function as a living museum, with thousands of paintings, prints, sculptures, and antiques that collectively tell the story of India's fascinating and complex history across several centuries. Walking through The Imperial is as much a cultural experience as a hospitality one, and this quality places it in a league that no other hotel in Delhi — or indeed in India — can claim to occupy.
An Unrivalled Location — Janpath, Connaught Place
The Imperial's address on Janpath, one of the most celebrated and historically significant avenues in New Delhi, is among the most coveted of any luxury hotel in the Indian capital. Janpath — which translates to "People's Road" — runs through the very heart of Lutyens' New Delhi and connects the iconic Connaught Place commercial district to the Rajpath ceremonial boulevard and India Gate. This puts The Imperial at the absolute centre of the capital's most important and prestigious district, surrounded by government buildings, diplomatic missions, cultural institutions, and historical landmarks of national and international significance.
Connaught Place itself — the grand circular commercial hub of New Delhi — is immediately adjacent, offering guests instant access to the city's finest restaurants, bars, retail outlets, and entertainment venues. India Gate, the Parliament House, Rashtrapati Bhavan, the National Museum, and the vibrant cultural district of Mandi House are all within a short and pleasant walk or drive from the hotel. The Jantar Mantar observatory, the Bangla Sahib Gurudwara, and the sprawling grounds of the Central Secretariat are similarly close, giving guests an almost unparalleled concentration of historical and cultural experiences right on the doorstep.
The hotel's location also provides excellent connectivity to the rest of Delhi. Multiple Delhi Metro stations are within walking distance, and the city's major arterial roads make travel to South Delhi, North Delhi, and the NCR satellite cities of Gurugram, Noida, and Faridabad straightforward and efficient. Indira Gandhi International Airport is comfortably accessible by car, and the hotel's professional concierge and travel desk teams can arrange seamless transfers and transport at any time.
The Property, Rooms, and Accommodation
Staying at The Imperial New Delhi is an experience that begins the moment one passes through the hotel's magnificent entrance gates and proceeds up the long, tree-lined driveway to the grand portico. The sense of arrival at The Imperial is unlike that of any other hotel in Delhi — it is an experience of genuine ceremony and anticipation, a feeling that one is entering a place of extraordinary historical and cultural significance.
The rooms and suites at The Imperial are among the most beautifully appointed in all of India. Each accommodation category reflects the hotel's deep reverence for heritage and its simultaneous commitment to contemporary luxury. Rooms are spacious and elegantly furnished, combining period-appropriate aesthetic elements with modern comforts and technologies. The writing desk in each room is a particularly thoughtful touch — an acknowledgement of the many distinguished writers, diplomats, journalists, and thinkers who have stayed at The Imperial over the decades and who have used their rooms as spaces of reflection, creativity, and intellectual productivity.
The hotel provides flexible meal plan options to accommodate every guest preference — the All Plan (AP) covering all three meals, the Modified American Plan (MAP) offering breakfast and one additional meal, the Continental Plan (CP) including breakfast, and the European Plan (EP) for guests who prefer complete dining freedom. This range of options ensures that the overall stay experience is precisely tailored to each guest's schedule and requirements.
Amenities and Services
The Imperial New Delhi delivers a suite of amenities that is as thoughtfully curated as every other aspect of this remarkable property, with each facility reflecting the hotel's dual commitment to heritage elegance and contemporary excellence.
The spa services at The Imperial are among the most celebrated in the capital. Drawing on India's ancient traditions of holistic wellness and combining them with the expertise of skilled therapists and premium products, the spa offers a deeply restorative experience that is perfectly suited to the demands of both business and leisure travellers. Whether guests seek a traditional Ayurvedic treatment, a therapeutic massage, or a rejuvenating facial, the spa provides a sanctuary of calm and healing that is as befitting of The Imperial's character as any of its historical galleries and artefacts.
Room service at The Imperial operates to the exacting standards one would expect of a property of this calibre, allowing guests to enjoy superb dining in the privacy and comfort of their rooms at any hour. The wake-up service ensures that no important commitment is ever missed, and the shoe shine service reflects the hotel's meticulous attention to every aspect of the guest experience, however seemingly minor. The 24-hour front desk is staffed by a team of seasoned hospitality professionals who embody The Imperial's tradition of gracious, personalised service — anticipating needs, resolving concerns, and making every guest feel genuinely valued and cared for.
The travel desk is an exceptional resource for guests exploring Delhi and planning their wider India journey. From private heritage walking tours of Lutyens' New Delhi to Golden Triangle excursions covering Delhi, Agra, and Jaipur, the travel desk team brings deep local knowledge and the logistical expertise of a world-class hotel to every travel arrangement.
One of the most distinctive and family-friendly features of The Imperial is its babysitting and child services — a thoughtful provision that makes the hotel a welcoming choice for families travelling with young children. The fact that The Imperial is also pet-friendly is another remarkable characteristic that sets it apart from many luxury hotels of comparable standing, allowing guests to bring their beloved companions along without compromise.
Dining at The Imperial New Delhi
The culinary experience at The Imperial New Delhi is celebrated across Delhi and beyond as one of the finest and most memorable in the city. The hotel's restaurants are distinguished destinations in their own right, attracting the capital's most discerning diners as well as hotel guests who recognise that dining at The Imperial is an event to be savoured as much as the stay itself.
From the grandeur of the hotel's legendary dining rooms — each set within beautifully preserved heritage spaces adorned with period artworks and antiques — to the quality and creativity of the cuisine, every meal at The Imperial is an experience of exceptional refinement. The hotel's culinary philosophy honours both India's extraordinarily diverse food heritage and the global influences that have shaped the capital's contemporary palate, resulting in a dining programme that is as culturally rich as it is gastronomically superb.
Why Choose The Imperial New Delhi?
The Imperial New Delhi is not simply a luxury hotel — it is one of the great hotel experiences of the world, a property where history, culture, art, and hospitality converge to create something that is genuinely and profoundly unique. Its combination of an unbeatable Janpath location, a world-class art collection, exceptional spa services, pet-friendly and child-friendly policies, room service, writing desks, and the warmest of personalised service traditions makes it a property that rewards every type of guest with an experience of extraordinary depth and distinction.
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Amenities
- 24 Hour Front Desk
- Baby Sitting/Child Services
- Pet Friendly
- Shoe Shine
- Spa Services
- Travel Desk
- Wake Up Service
- Room Service
- Writing Desk
Policies
Suitable For
- Heritage & History Enthusiasts
- Luxury & Discerning Leisure Travellers
- International Tourists on the Golden Triangle Route
- Business & Diplomatic Travellers
- Families Travelling with Children & Pets
- Honeymooners & Romantic Getaway Seekers
- Spa & Wellness Retreat Guests
- Writers, Artists & Cultural Travellers
