Reckoned amongst Asia’s finest hotels, The Imperial is a legend that offers a unique experience embracing facets of India’s history.

The 24 king palms, that lead up to the porch, stand a witness to the creation of New Delhi. Built in 1931 by Bromfield, a Lutyens’ associate, the Hotel is known for its contemporary colonial  style.

As New Delhi’s landmark Hotel, it is located on Janpath, the erstwhile Queensway. It is steps away from the renowned shopping district and major city attractions and a half-hour drive from the international airport.

Accommodation :

With high ceilings, impeccable decor and equiped with all the facilities and modern conveniences, the 232 rooms and suites overlooking verdant gardens bespeak discreet luxury and offer total privacy and serenity.

Choicely designed for the discerning business and leisure guests alike, the distinctive characters of the room has been achieved by attention to detail hightened by warm and personal service. Truely an unparalleled imperial experience.

• Imperial Room : 324 sq. ft , Marble baths, Choice of king or 2 single beds, Electronic in-room safe, Tea/Coffee maker, Private bar with refrigerator, Individual climate control, Hairdryer, Fragonard Bathroom amenities, Dual line phone with data port and voice mail, High speed Wireless Internet, 30 TV channels including French, German, Spanish, Italian, Chinese and Korean, Free national newspapers and Good Morning News (brief in different foreign languages).
  

• Heritage Room : 486 sq. ft, Seating area for 04 – 05 guests, Choice of marble or parquet looring, Exclusive linen from Porthault, Marble baths, Choice of king or 2 single beds, Electronic in-room safe, Tea/Coffee maker, Private bar with refrigerator, Individual climate control, Hairdryer, Fragonard Bathroom amenities, Dual line phone with data port and voice mail, High speed Wireless Internet.

 

• Heritage Suite : 550 sq. ft, Two spacious rooms (bedroom & living room), Seating area for 05 – 06 guests, Exclusive linen from Porthault , Marble baths, King size bed, Electronic in-room safe, Tea/Coffee maker , Private bar with refrigerator, Individual climate control, Hairdryer, Fragonard Bathroom amenities, Dual line phone with data port and voice mail, High speed Wireless Internet, DVD player.

 

• Deco Suite : 630 – 650 sq. ft, Art Deco interiors, View of The Spice Route courtyard, Terrace garden and the Atriums, Seating area for 05 – 06 guests, Exclusive linen from Porthault, Marble baths with fixtures from Cesame (Italy) and Kohler (USA), Fragonard bathroom amenities , King size bed, Electronic in-room safe, Private bar with refrigerator, Individual climate control, Dual line phone with data port and voice mail, High speed Wireless Internet, Bang & Olufsen TV, DVD player.

 

• Deluxe Suite : 750 sq. ft. – 850 sq. ft, Two spacious rooms (bedroom & living room), Separate dressing room and a dresser, Seating area for 05 – 06 guests, View of the front or the rear garden of the Hotel, Exclusive linen from Porthault, Marble baths, Fragonard bathroom amenities, Four-poster king size bed, Electronic in-room safe, Private bar with refrigerator, Individual climate control, Dual line phone with data port and voice mail, High speed Wireless Internet.

 

• Lutyens Suite 850 sq. ft, Two spacious rooms (bedroom & living room), Separate guest cloakroom in the living room, Separate dressing room and a dresser, Décor and furniture inspired by the Lutyens’ style, View of the front or the rear garden of the Hotel, Exclusive linen from Porthault, Marble baths
  , Fragonard bathroom amenities, Four-poster king size bed, Electronic in-room safe, Private bar with refrigerator, Individual climate control, Dual line phone with data port and voice mai, High speed Wireless Internet.

 

• Royal Imperial Suite : 2100 sq. ft, Sitting Area: 240 sq. ft, Dining Area: 240 sq. ft. for up to 12 persons, Study Room: 90 sq. ft, Master bedroom: 450 sq.ft. with a four-poster king size bed, pocketed spring mattress and exclusive linen from Porthault as well as sitting area for 06 persons, Bathroom: 310 sq. ft. including a large shower cubicle, steam room, sauna, Jacuzzi, double vanity counter and WC cubicle with bidet .

 

Resturants & Bars :

The Imperial houses award winning restaurants with a culinary pallete that ranges from southeast asian, multi cuisine and indian to french and italian. Each restaurant has an interesting tale to tell on account of it's origin or inspiration. The two bars have an impressive range of beverages including a notably unique to the hotel wine list.

The romance of alfresco dinning blossoms at the imperial in three delightful venues ,well-manicured lawns, an Oriental courtyard and an italian terrace to enjoy fair weather.

• The Spice Route : Heralded as one of the top ten restaurants in the world by Condé Nast Traveler, The Spice Route - serving Southeast Asian cuisine, has been designed to reflect the journey of spices from the Malabar Coast in Kerala through Sri Lanka, Malaysia and Indonesia to Thailand and Vietnam. The Restaurant is an overwhelming visual depiction of the art and culture that travelled through these regions.
  

 

 

• 1911 : 1911, is a landmark year in the history of New Delhi when it was declared the Capital of India by King George V. 1911 pays a tribute to this historic milestone and is a celebration of aesthetics with rich interiors, cuisine showcasing the melting pot culture of Delhi and service that is truly a reflection of Imperial India. 1911 is spread over three areas, 1911 Brasserie, the bar and the verandah lounge, overlooking The Imperial lawns.

 

• 1911 Brasserie : 1911 Brasserie offers trendy and stylish French cuisine for dinner. Exquisite table linen from the House of Porthault, Paris, specially designed crockery, candles, glassware, flower arrangements and chic wooden platters complement the excellent food. Wines have been exclusively selected for The Imperial by experts in Europe and the New World.

 

 

• 1911 Bar : Set in tones of rich mahogany and dictated by the elegance of art deco, 1911 Bar is a reflection of taste and understated grandeur. Soft Montana leather chairs, period portraiture, stained glass roof and wood panelling add an element of high gloss to the Bar. It boasts two stunning private rooms, called the 'Hardinge Room' and the 'Lutyens & Baker Room.' 1911 Bar offers over 500 varieties of beverages with lounge and club music playing to your mood.

 

• San Gimignano : The Imperial's Italian specialty restaurant takes inspiration from the medieval town of beautiful towers called San Gimignano in Tuscany. It offers a delectable fare and boasts a premium selection of Italian wines and grappa, including San Gimignano's very own 'Vernaccia di San Gimignano.' The restaurant leads into a terrace courtyard called Paradiso DiVino.

 

 

• Daniell's Tavern : In 1786 Thomas and William Daniell arrived in India to paint the unrivalled scenery and architecture of Hindostan. Daniell's Tavern relives the journey of the Daniells and traces Thomas and William Daniell's footsteps on a gastronomic journey through each of the places they visited. Interestingly, some of the recipes have been taken out of the diaries of the Daniells. The pan-Indian restaurant showcases original lithographs by the Daniells.
  

 

• Patiala Peg : one of the most popular bars in Delhi lives up to its name, which indicates larger measure of 75 ml pegs instead of the usual 60 ml. As the legend goes, the Bar commemorates an exciting tent pegging encounter that took place in the early 1900s between the Viceroy's team and the team of the Maharaja of Patiala. The Bar has a remarkable collection of photographs of the Maharaja of Patiala during the Second World War.
  

 

 

• La Baguette : the picturesque pastry shop overlooking the lawns, tempts the inveterate sweet tooth with its enviable repertoire. Presenting an interesting and wide range of gateaux, breads, chocolate, sunrise and teatime eats and patisseries, La Baguette promises to ensnare the taste buds of the discerning savant. The Imperial's bakery team has been trained by world famous Michelin star chefs of the likes of Chef Gerard de Tomasi and Chef Jean Luc Vila.

 

• The Atrium : with its high-domed ceiling, tropical surroundings and humming fountain creates just the right atmosphere for a meeting of any kind. Tea time is a ritual at The Atrium. Morning tea comes with an array of cakes and patisseries, while the traditional English afternoon tea is a divine interlude.
  The Atrium is a perfect place to unwind, no matter the purpose or plan!
  

 

Banquets & Meetings :

For more than seven decades the imperial has hosted new delhi most important social gatherings, political get-togethers of historical significance and business meetings. Traditional hospitality with discreet and courteous service guarantees the success of an event - of any scale.

The Pillared Verandahs, dinning rooms, tea lounges, cool and spacious gardens and notably the magnificent Royal ballroom have played host to some celebrated counters between the British and Indian aristocracy and gentry.

• Royal Ballroom : Probably the only authentic ballroom remaining in India with a spring floor that reduces noise levels, the Royal Ballroom evokes the splendor of Lords and Ladies bowing and courtesying, before they swirled across the floor to the strains of waltz. This is where the distinguished guests amused themselves when the Hotel was opened in 1931 and this is the room where the first grand Ball was held in the presence of Lord Willingdon.
  

 

• Emily Eden and Hodges room : For corporate events, the Hotel offers luxurious and well appointed Emily Eden and Hodges rooms with an impeccable setting, ideal for a conference of 20 to 50 guests. State-of-the art sound system makes these venues a preferred choice for closed-door meetings, private get-togethers and small dinner events.

 

 

Recreation & Health :

After a day's work, you can rejuvenate at our well equiped fit-ness centre or relax by the serene pool.

The delightful gardens encasing the hotel form a lovely back drop for jogging and nature walks at leisure.

The imperial spa by six sences, scheduled to open in fall of 2005, promises to be the only one of it's kind combining western style and eastern sensibilities.

• Imperial Spa : The soon-to-be-launched Imperial Spa by Six Senses will be sited in the garden grounds with an area of 2,500 square metres. The eleven treatment rooms will include a suite especially designed for traditional wedding preparations and for honeymooners. There will also be an Ayurvedic Centre offering Yoga, two Hammam rooms, a 1500 sq.ft. Gym, a beauty salon for the ladies, barber shop for gentlemen, hydrotherapy area, steam and sauna, whirlpool baths and a multipurpose area for meditation, tai chi, aerobics. A tennis court will be incorporated into the complex.

 

• Swimming Pool & Fitness : The Swimming Pool, dotted by the Royal Palms and nestled in the shaded grounds of the Hotel, offers a tranquil, refreshing experience. A well-equipped Pool Bar serves delectable snacks and drinks to the guests. The Fitness Centre, located in the Lobby, provides state-of-the-art Cybex multi-station equipment, lifecycles, treadmills, climber-stepper, cross trainer and bench press with television and channel music. It also provides personal guidance for yoga sessions and meditation classes.