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The Imperial

5.0 of 5
1 Janpath, New Delhi 110001, India
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The Imperial
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Rating summary
  • Location
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Sleep Quality
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Service
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Value
    4 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    5 of 5 stars
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Stellenbosch
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10 reviews 10 reviews
6 hotel reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 24, 2013 NEW

This was the second time that I stayed at The Imperial and this hotel never ceases to astound me. I love the understated elegance of the hotel and the service which is beyond description; you feel that you are being tended 'hand and foot' but yet it is never intrusive. The Spice Route is definitely one of the best dining... More

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Montreal, Canada
2 reviews
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2 of 5 stars Reviewed May 24, 2013 NEW

We stayed at the Imperial for 4 glorious nights. All the things other reviewers have already said are most certainly true, the hotel is gorgeous, the staff incredible, the rooms perfect, etc. etc. We were at the end of our stay in India and had decided to treat ourselves to the Imperial based on recommendations from friends who had stayed... More

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Bath, United Kingdom
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6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 24, 2013 NEW

In the beginning, when we were planning our budgets to travel to India, we ticked of this hotel. But then some gracious soul near our home recommended it to us. We did take it up and I must say it is the best place we stayed in India. It indeed is an Imperial, the people were so nice and the... More

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Bangalore, India
2 reviews
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 24, 2013 NEW

Excellent! I usually don't go for boutique hotels but always wanted to experience the Imperial in Delhi, and wasn't disappointed. Very well maintained property, especially liked the faux vintage faucets and 5-star chains please note and learn from the Imperial's bathroom: well placed grab rails for both the shower and tub; adequate door height for the shower so there is... More

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Washington DC, District of Columbia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 22, 2013 NEW

Everything about the Imperial was a treat. The staff are helpful, the rooms are beautiful, the restaurants are excellent. Really, there was nothing I could quibble with. I will say that if you happen to be staying at the hotel for business along with colleagues who are the opposite gender, it's a bit awkward if the women's rooms are in... More

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Berlin, Germany
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 19, 2013 NEW

There are some very good choices in Delhi (e.g., Aman, Oberoi, Taj), but I'm particularly fond of the Imperial. It is a stunning colonial building in the very centre of New Delhi, close to Connaught Place. The heritage suites are very beautiful with several historic details - as are all public rooms. There are several very good restaurants, in particular... More

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Oxford, United Kingdom
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9 hotel reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 16, 2013

The Imperial is exactly what you'd expect from a luxury city hotel, so I won't waste time adding further praise (although I do want to say that the staff are some of the most welcome, without being intrusive, that I have met). It's a wonderful place to stay, an oasis of calm and comfort in New Delhi. Instead, if you... More

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Dublin, Ireland
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 15, 2013

Expensive by India standards but a lovely luxurious treat in crazy Delhi. Great breakfast and option to take some with you to enjoy later in the day. Staff were very helpful and polite. Lots of auto rickshaws outside hotel to take you wherever you want to go.

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Philadelphia
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4 hotel reviews
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 14, 2013

The Imperial Hotel met every expectation. We arranged for the hotel to have a driver meet us at the airport which eased our entry into New Delhi after a long flight from Newark. Upon arrival at the hotel, we were escorted through check-in and escorted through the magnificent lobby to our room. The public spaces our beautiful and our room... More

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Sydney, Australia
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15 hotel reviews
Reviews in 19 cities Reviews in 19 cities
17 helpful votes 17 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 12, 2013

This grand hotel has divine public spaces art chandeliers, marble everywhere, 24, King Palms that lead to porch of hotel very beautiful. Rooms huge but lacking in soul for my tastes nice bath products and robes. Ate at the Spice Route in hotel this restaurant took seven years in the making all hand painted with vegetable and flower dyes by... More

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What travelers say

  • Spice route(96)
  • Very good(39)
  • Best hotel(37)
  • Breakfast buffet(27)
  • Room service(24)
  • Connaught Place(24)
  • Art deco(17)
  • Italian restaurant(15)
  • Swimming pool(15)
  • Old world charm(7)

Additional Information about The Imperial

Address: 1 Janpath, New Delhi 110001, India
Region: India > National Capital Territory of Delhi > New Delhi
Amenities:
Bar/Lounge Business Center Fitness Center Free Parking Restaurant Room Service Suites Swimming Pool Wheelchair access
Hotel Style:
#1 Family Hotels in New Delhi
#2 Business Hotels in New Delhi
#3 Luxury Hotels in New Delhi
Price Range: $$$
Hotel Class:5 star (5*)
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Also Known As:
Imperial Hotel New Delhi
Imperial New Delhi
Imperial Hotel Delhi
Hotel Imperial
The Imperial Palace Hotel
The Imperial Hotel
The Imperial New Delhi
Grand Imperial Hotel
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