We are on an extended business trip/holiday in India and the Leela Palace was where my husband had to attend a conference. I really wanted to stay at The Imperial so was disappointed when we were booked in here. Wow! did I soon change my mind. Right from the very start arriving from Dubai at 4 a.m were we met with such fantastic service and attention to every litlle detail. The room had everything you wanted and was extremely luxurious with lovely little touches like homemade biscuits and sweets under glass domes and a full bowl of good fruit. The bathroom was fantastic with 2 basins and a large, and very comfortable, bath with good products. The only slight irritant was the very weak hairdryer with no nozzle. Luckily my fast turbo hairdryer goes everywhere with me as I very rarely find one in any hotel!

Breakfast the next morning has to be one of the best we've both experienced. You can even choose your own juice which is made in front of you and the choice from the buffet is amazing with all the pastries and the coffee being of the highest quality. Can't really find fault here at all with such incredible staff in a beautiful hotel.

The position is probably not the best in Delhi and there are no grounds to walk around in, just a small garden with lovely f lowers. The rooftop pool had an amazing view over Delhi and was kept heated to 28 degrees which was good as it was quite cold when we were there.

We loved the bar which made incredibly good cocktails and had a very good atmosphere but did not get round to trying any of the restaurants . All in all we had a very good stay here and would certainly come back again when next in Delhi although we also love the Imperial so it would be a difficult choice!

With this review, I would like to reinforce all the positive reviews that have been given to this hotel in tripadvisor. The hotel is beautiful and elegant from the moment that you arrive. The staff are very attentive, helpful, and friendly. The room were we stayed was quiet, comfortable and elegantly decorated. This is among the best hotels where we have stayed in terms of elegance, overall experience, and amenities. The swimming pool is outdoors and has a great view of Delhi. Unfortunately, we did not use it as the weather was not optimal. We tried 3 of the restaurants and were pleased with the presentation and quality of the food at the Japanese (Megu) and Italian/French (Le Cirque) ones. The breakfast buffet is good but not very impressive as some other local hotels. We were surprised to receive a delicious chocolate cake at each restaurant when they overheard that we were celebrating a birthday. It was a really nice (and delicious) touch. We plan to be back to this hotel.

I'm a seasoned traveller, and have stayed in many 4.5 - 5 star hotels and resorts. The Leela Palace has been one of the best hotels both my husband and I have stayed at to date. We didn't expect much coming to India, but the Leela superseded our expectations.
The rooms were extremely beautiful with gorgeous amenities - we just stayed in the deluxe room. The buffet breakfast was hands down the best we have encountered in India and rivaled some of the buffets we have had in Thailand / Australia.
The service was outstanding in all aspects.
The restaurants although Stunning and excellent food served, are quite pricey and there are a number of local restaurants in Connaught place that have equally as good food for a third of the price - however, in saying that - Megu restaurant served up some of the best Sashimi I have had.
The rooftop pool, which overlooks Delhi was heated and a lovely 28c when it was only 17c outside - beautiful. Overall - hands down one of the best hotels I have stayed at!!!!

difficult to beat this spot... service, decore, food qulaity, comfort, safety... all top notch. was here for a 3 day meeting on site, but also able to enjoy with my wife. the bar (Libary) classical comfort.. laid back for a nice "clenasing wiskey" to complete a long day. The breakfast spot (also serves lunch and dinner) was a FULL buffet... and if you don't find what you want... just ask and they will make it happen. the rooms were a mixture of contemporary, old india and "smart" antique furniture. Service from the entry, to the lobby to any of the resturants to the room... absolutely inpecable. I like to have a decent work out facility and this was among the better... honestly did not expect that much from a hotel of this level as most that stay here don't use it. Modern equipment and lots of options and space for working out. Has an incredible sushi resturant (I know... don't go to India for sushi, but this is worth it... believe me!!!)