Be brave and dive right into the cacophony of the senses that is Delhi and you'll find there's even more to this city than the sprawling, chaotic, incoherent, colourful, historic wonder you've been promised. Delhi can be confronting. But hold your nerve, join the current and you'll discover the gems of both old and new Delhi. Many of the best places to stay in Delhi are centrally located and are the perfect base from which to explore this fascinating city. But if you prefer a quieter neighbourhood we have a couple of suggestions in more residential suburbs, and if you need to be near the aiport we've found a charming property close by that's the perfect foil for the usual soulless options that you find by the transport hubs.
Today, navigating this sprawling city is actually pretty easy. As you exit the airport you’ll find an entire of government taxis, ready to take you wherever you need to go for a few hundred rupees. Alternatively, you can be in central Delhi in under an hour and for less than 100 rupees if you travel by metro. Once there you can get about by tuk-tuk and taxi for a nominal price.
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The best places to stay in Delhi may not be cheap, but they will be luxurious. Plus, service is generally of a very high standard.
Capital of Mughal India, renowned for its cuisine and where you will find the grand Red Fort.
The capital of Commonwealth India, the highlight here is Lutyens' magnificent Presidential Palace and Mughal Gardens.
Delhi has an ever growning range of excellent guesthouses, that are ideal for anyone who is watching their wallet.
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Delhi (Jangpura Extension)
A modern, spotlessly clean hotel, boasting a central location and great rates. Rooms are smallish but perfectly formed with workstations, minimalist style, and rain showers. There is a library as well as a cafe serving light snacks. An easy choice for a city base.
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A family-owned six-bedroom guesthouse, nestled in a quiet residential corner of leafy South Delhi. Light and airy rooms are decorated with bright colours and pale wood furniture. Each floor has its own sitting room and you're within walking distance of shops and cafes. well priced and positioned.
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A charming homestay well positioned in the city centre. Individually decorated rooms are filled with antique artefacts and knick-knacks. There is a well stocked library and sitting room for guests to congregate. A buffet breakfast is served and delicious home-cooked meals are available on request.
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A great value option providing all-day dining and airport transfers. Rooms are smart and spacious with contemporary style and all the luxury trimmings. With a 24-hour gym, a spa and a large outdoor pool - you have everything you need here for a flyby stay.
Delhi (Hauz Khas)
A charming owner-managed B&B offering five colourfully decorated suites themed after Indian states. The property has a homey feel with a delicious breakfast and a courtyard garden & roof terrace for guests to unwind in. Great value and well positioned in a quiet colony in the city centre.
Delhi (Saket)
A grand five-star hotel located in the heart of the city. Rooms feel fresh yet traditional with dark wood furniture, antiques, and views across Jahanpanah City Forest. With a large pool, a fitness centre, and a good choice of dining and bars - you will have everything you need here.
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Popular, comfortable, fun and homely guesthouse near Humayun's Tomb. Colourful rooms feature a collection of Indian art and antiques. Fantastic breakfasts are served on the rooftop terrace with epic views. The ideal laid back base from which to explore Delhi.
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Delhi's oldest heritage hotel, set in a tranquil haven of gardens and shady trees. Enormous rooms have a colonial feel with dark wood furniture, inlay mirrors and high ceiling. With a large outdoor pool (a rarity in Delhi) and an all-day restaurant, this is an easy and well priced city base.
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A legendary guesthouse, popular with true Delhiwallahs. The decor is simple and contemporary with several terraces to unwind on. With friendly service, comfortable rooms, and a Golf Links postcode, this gives the experience of living like a local. Ideal for short-stay business or leisure travellers.
Delhi (Ring Road)
A firm favourite amongst visitors to Delhi, The Hyatt Regency excels in its dining department. With a smorgasbord of global treats for breakfast and home to TKS teppanyaki restaurant. There is a spa, gym and pool for sunning. Bedrooms are spacious with a modern, neutral decor and large windows.
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Classic, calm address in Lutyen's Delhi. A haven of peace and relaxation set in three acres of gardens with a lovely pool area. Contemporary classic reception rooms and minimalist rooms and suites. With an indulgent spa, excellent restaurants, and standout service - this is a classic luxury stay.
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Within easy reach of the airport and Delhi's sights, this is a convenient stay. An oasis-like pool lies amidst luscious grounds - plus there is an indulgent spa. Dining is a treat with all-day dining at Cascade and Asian dishes at Caraway and Woktok. Rooms are clean & contemporary. A luxurious stay.
Delhi (Diplomatic Enclave, )
The sort of five-star luxury you would expect from a worldwide name like Taj. Boasting two of Delhi's finest restaurants and one of its best spas, Taj Palace only does things in the superlative. Gleaming rooms feature large beds and modern marble bathrooms. All this plus a huge outdoor pool.
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Utterly chic design hotel located within Delhi airport's Aerocity. Modern yet sultry interiors combined with discreet service make this a perfect hotel for a quick stop. A lavish outdoor pool, spa centre, fine dining and capacious baths complete the package. Divine.
Delhi (Dharam Pura)
A one of a kind haveli set in the beating heart of bustling Old Delhi- yet a haven of tranquility. Mughal style rooms feature ornate arches, stained glass windows and benefit from modern bathrooms. Traditional Indian dishes are beautifully presented and served with a modern twist. An authentic stay.
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The least expensive of the Taj group's three properties in Delhi, but by no means lesser value. Its old-world charm and colonial heritage make it a characterful place to stay. Huge rooms offer balconies, marble floors, and teak panelling. Well suited for business and pleasure.
Delhi (Sadar Patel Marg)
A top address, known as Delhi’s gourmet hotel - renowned Bukhara serves northwest frontier tandoori food. Expect a superb spa and rooftop pool, classically elegant rooms, and majestic dining area and lobby. Luxurious facilities with bags of character.
Delhi (Delhi)
A chic boutique hotel with six bedrooms offering everything the modern traveller needs. Stylish modern rooms have floor-to-ceiling windows, modern Indian art, and pale wooden furniture. Open plan living means you'll feel right at home. Well positioned for exploring the city.
Delhi (Connaught Place)
The quirky Grill restaurant and Kitty Su nightclub inject some fun into this bastion of Delhi hospitality. Rooms are a blend of modern luxury and Indian finery including stonework floors, embroidered silks & artworks as well as marble bathrooms. Complete with an outdoor pool, gym and Ayurvedic spa.
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A renowned hotel with fabulous suites, the Pullman provides discerning travellers with a lavish stay. The rooms boast bathtubs as standard, huge showers and deluxe interiors. Relax in the Woo salon and spa or dine at the award-winning Honk restaurant. A treat.
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Delhi's trendiest new hotel, conveniently located right by the airport. Embracing the city and its location, the best rooms look out directly onto the runway. With arguably one of the tastiest breakfasts in town on offer, a pool, spa and achingly cool interiors this hotel is not to be missed.
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Utterly lavish airport accommodation JW Marriott brings its international brand to Indira Gandhi International Airport. Rooms decorated in cream palettes with soft silks feature huge marble bathtubs. There are several fine dining restaurants, notable Akira Back serving Japanese and Korean dishes.
Delhi (Pragati Vihar)
Formerly an Aman, following its renovation, this hotel had a lot to live up to. Its style is modern Indian: ornate lattice is worked into geometric shapes, huge rooms combine contemporary furnishings with silk and the odd elephant print. There is a gourmet restaurant, idyllic pool and fabulous spa.
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An iconic heritage hotel in Delhi whose modern updates have been done in synergy with its colonial and Art Deco interiors; think marble floors, teak furniture, and white-washed elegance. Plus there are fabulous restaurants, great afternoon tea and a large underground marble spa.
Delhi (Golf Links)
So much more than just a five-star chain, this property is renowned for its exceptional service. Rooms are bright and spacious with floor to ceiling windows and contemporary Indian style. The hotel boasts state of the art clean air technology as well as fabulous dining and spa facilities.
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A 1950s bungalow in a lovely residential area away from the hustle and bustle. Spacious rooms are light and airy and minimalist in design. Boasting an elegant Italian restaurant and an acre of gardens. A welcome Delhi refuge.
Delhi (Diplomatic Enclave)
A gorgeous new addition to Delhi’s luxury hotels in a superb location. An iconic palace style hotel in characterful grandeur - columns, marble floors, enormous spaces. Elegant rooms, fantastic spa, and a fabulous selection of world-class cuisine. Perfect for business or leisure.
Delhi (Samalkha)
Clean lines and modern architecture one could be visiting a Barbara Hepworth exhibition. Rooms are large and decorated in sultry burgundy notes and feature deep baths. Enjoy the fine dining, a world-class spa and pool. Ideally located for Gurgaon, Delhi and the airport.