Best Historical Hotels in New Delhi
Of great cultural, historical and political significance, Delhi is India’s largest city. It’s also one of the world’s oldest cities and became the nation’s capital in 1912 when the administrative power was relocated from Calcutta. As well as being a city, it’s a union territory and made up of two distinct areas: New Delhi and Old Delhi. Indeed, this part of the country is a melting pot of history and rapidly progressing modernisation. Many travel here for business, others visit as part of an India-wide tour. Whichever your reason for visiting, here are the best hotels to consider for your stay in Delhi.
Delhi NCR, New Delhi, Connaught Place
The Imperial New Delhi
(5 stars)Previously named India’s ‘Best Luxury Historical Hotel’ at the World Luxury Hotel Awards, this 235 bedroom establishment dates back to the 1930s. Indeed, the design is reflective of the colonial era; ceiling fans, rattan furniture, dark polished wood, black and white prints and staff dressed in red livery are all found within. So too is a spa with a menu of Ayurvedic treatments, a pool, a yoga studio and four restaurants. The Imperial is found in Janpath, just over half a mile from New Delhi’s centre, ideal for business travellers.