Imperial Hotel

Delhi’s landmark hotel makes the perfect entry point to India - grand, luxurious and very elegant

An elegant blend of Victorian, colonial and Art Deco styles, the Imperial Hotel is undoubtedly Delhi’s finest. Built in 1931 by Bromfield, it's rich in history and has undergone extensive and immensely stylish renovations to restore it to its former glory. With its Italian marble floors, Burma teak and rosewood furniture, high ceilings, spacious gardens and superb restaurants, this hotel exudes luxury, right in the heart of Delhi.

The Deco Suites are truly stunning and the Imperial and Heritage Rooms are amongst the largest to be found in the capital. The grand and impressive public areas and restaurants, replete with outstanding works of art, will make you feel like a Rajah.

Situated on Janpath, just a stone’s throw from the renowned shopping and commercial district of Connaught Place, you'll find museums, theatres, monuments, parks and cultural sites at your doorstep.

Highs

• The hotel has been sensitively and stylishly refurbished over the years
• The wonderful, central location means you can walk out to the shops and sites
• There's an amazing choice of restaurants
• The Deco Suites are to die for - huge, state of the art and good value
• The atmosphere is relaxed and refined - this is a wonderful place to start or end your trip in India

Lows

• The hotel restaurants are becoming very popular and are open to outside guests, so booking ahead is often necessary
• If the hotel is busy, the service in the coffee shop can be slow
• There's limited parking
• With over 200 rooms, it's huge by i-escape's standards, but it's Delhi's best hotel