Must-see hotels in Delhi

  • Imperial

    New Delhi

    Classicism meets art deco at the Imperial, which dates from 1931 and was designed by FB Blomfield, an associate of Lutyens. Rooms have high ceilings,…

  • Lodhi

    Delhi

    The Lodhi is one of Delhi’s finest luxury hotels, with huge, lovely rooms and suites. Each room has a balcony, and the enormous deluxe rooms are the only…

  • Lutyens Bungalow

    Delhi

    A rambling bungalow with a colonial-era feel, surrounded by verandahs and hanging lamps, this family-run guesthouse has a wonderful garden, with lawns,…

  • Madpackers Hostel

    Delhi

    A friendly, relaxed hostel with a bright and airy sitting room that's one of the best places in town to hang out and meet like-minded travellers. It has…

  • Claridges

    New Delhi

    Fronted by manicured green lawns, elegant Claridges was built in 1952. Colonial era–styled rooms have all the comforts, and there are some excellent…

  • Zaza Stay

    Delhi

    Owned by a couple who have their own homewares brand, this guesthouse has beautifully decorated rooms with leafy outlooks and a lovely communal sitting…

  • Bnineteen

    Delhi

    Architect-owned, Bnineteen is a looker. Big contemporary rooms have large windows. Located in posh, peaceful Nizamuddin East, it has great views over…

  • Radisson Blu Marina

    New Delhi

    One of Connaught Place’s swisher choices, the Radisson feels pleasingly luxurious, with sleek, stylish, all-mod-cons rooms, the Great Kebab Factory…

  • Hotel Palace Heights

    New Delhi

    This small-scale boutique hotel offers some of busy Connaught Place’s nicest rooms, with gleaming white linen, and caramel and amber tones. There’s an…

  • ITC Maurya

    Delhi

    In the diplomatic enclave and surrounded by greenery, the ITC Maurya is a key five-star address – this is where Obama stayed when he was in town. Rooms…

  • Cinnamon Stays

    Delhi

    There's a warm welcome at this Gurgaon homestay run by husband-and-wife team Shilpi Singh and Manish Sinha, who have gone on to start their own travel…

  • International Youth Hostel

    New Delhi

    The dormitories here are a great deal if you’re looking for somewhere quiet and cheap, especially considering rates include breakfast. Private rooms are…

  • Harry’s Bed & Breakfast

    Delhi

    The unmistakable aromas of southern spices welcome you into this Tamil-owned B&B in a quiet corner of Gurgaon. Spacious, well-lit rooms have plush…

  • Trident

    Delhi

    A contemporary palace, with Mughal-style domes and reflection pools, this has huge rooms and all facilities, and offers good value compared with city…

  • Lemon Tree Hotel

    Delhi

    With lemon trees on the front lawn, the scent of lemon in the lobby and a 24hr eatery called Citrus Cafe (what else?), this small business hotel makes an…

  • Shanti Home

    Delhi

    Out in west Delhi, but just 500m from Uttam Nagar East metro station, this small boutique hotel offers beautifully decorated rooms that get gradually…

  • Prem Sagar Guest House

    New Delhi

    This is an old-school place, with 12 snug rooms that aren’t flash but are clean. You'll get better value elsewhere, but for Connaught Place this is about…

  • G-49

    Delhi

    In a green-fringed corner of Nizamuddin, this guesthouse with leafy outlooks is owned by local homeware designers and has stylish, simple rooms – two with…

  • Park Hotel

    New Delhi

    Conran-designed, with lots of modern flair, the Park is hip and stylish, and has all the five-star accoutrements you'd expect: a spa, smart eateries and a…

  • Master Guest House

    New Delhi

    In a quiet suburban area, this smart and polished home is a tight ship run by the knowledgable Ushi and Avnish, and has three tastefully furnished rooms…

  • Hotel Wow Inn

    Delhi

    Behind an unpromisingly bare lobby, Wow Inn offers surprisingly well presented rooms with comfortable beds, decent bathrooms (complete with toiletries and…

  • Chhoti Haveli

    Delhi

    Set in a block of low-rise apartments, this welcoming homestay, with just two rooms, is perfect for a quiet stay, and reasonably convenient for the…

  • Bloom Rooms @ Link Rd

    Delhi

    A few minutes' walk from the metro, this is a quiet spot, though the busy flyover somewhat spoils the ambience. Bloom Rooms' designer white-and-yellow…

  • Jaypee Vasant Continental Hotel

    Delhi

    Comfortable rooms with work desks and arm chairs as standard – ask for a pool-side room (same price) for views over the lovely outdoor pool and even of…

  • Hotel Alka

    New Delhi

    Alka's somewhat pokey rooms have been given a makeover, with pink and peacocks in one room, chalky green and flowers in another. It's relatively good…

  • Sams Snooze at My Space

    Delhi

    Sold as sleeping pods, these are more like small hotel rooms, with a bed, chair, desk and TV. Hourly rates decrease the longer you stay. But note, they do…

  • Ibis Gurgaon

    Delhi

    Right beside Sector 53-54 metro station, this slightly dated branch of the dependable business chain Ibis has a revamped lobby with an attractive…

  • Radisson Blu Plaza

    Delhi

    The Radisson’s rooms are business-hotel comfortable, and there's a lovely outdoor pool, and a spa, as well as numerous on-site restaurants. 1.5km from…

  • Corus

    New Delhi

    With a handy central location and reasonably comfortable rooms, the Corus is a convenient but fusty choice. Ask to see a few of the rooms, as the lower…