The Imperial, New Delhi’s landmark Hotel, is located on Janpath, the erstwhile Queensway. The restored 1930’s Victorian – style building is a perfect confluence of old-world charm and modern day conveniences.
A unique four – story, low rise, The Imperial is just steps away from the renowned shopping and commercial district – Connaught Place. Museums, theatres, monuments, parks and cultural centres are within close proximity of the Hotel and provide for interesting entertainment options. The Viceregal Lodge – now the President’s Palace, Parliament House and the North and South block – nerve centre of the offices of Government of India are also located close to the Hotel.
A total of 233 guest rooms including 43 suites, each with a distinct interior overlooking the lush, verdant gardens. All rooms offer total privacy. Breathtakingly designed suites, some with an area of 850 sq. ft., making them easily, one of the largest in India and perhaps Asia.
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Facilities
Spa
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Fitness Center
Fitness Centre, located in the Lobby, provides state-of-the-art Cybex multistation equipment and free weights, lifecycles, treadmills, climber – stepper, cross trainer and bench press with television and channel music.
Pool, Outdoor
The Swimming Pool, dotted by the Royal Palms and nestled in the shaded grounds of the Hotel, offers a tranquil, refreshing experience.
Jogging & Running
The Hotel’s beautiful gardens present the perfect backdrop for jogging and leisure walks.
Shopping
The Book Shop, located in the Lobby, offers an extensive selection of international products, as well as toiletries, national and international newspapers and magazines, CDs, candy and a wide range of magnificent books. India’s first and only Chanel Store in the Hotel lobby.
Banquets & Meetings
With 6800 square feet of space and three distinctive convention rooms, The Imperial can accommodate events of any scale, from a small conference to a banquet for 500 people.
Accommodation
DECO ROOM ~ 250-270 sq.ft.
Contemporary feel with Queen size bed having posturepedic spring mattress and exclusive linen from Porthault, France.
Beautiful marble baths with fixtures from Cesame (Italy), Fragonard bathroom amenities and modern hairdryer.
Minibar stocked with goodies and tea / coffee maker.
Individual climate control to suit your requirements.
Provision of a stunning 32″ flat screen Hitachi TV with 45 channels in various international languages.
High speed WIFI and DVD player on request.
Dual phone line with data port and voice mail and electronic in-room safe.
National newspapers and Good Morning News in different languages like UK English, US English, Chinese, Japanese, Portuguese, German, French, Italian and Russian as per guest’s nationality.
Inside facing with a view of The Atrium as well as the choice of Wooden and marble flooring.
THE IMPERIAL ROOM ~ 300-320 sq.ft.
Colonial layout with high ceiling, choice of king size or twin bed having posturepedic spring mattress with exclusive linen from Porthault, France.
Beautiful marble baths with hand shower, Fragonard bathroom amenities and modern hairdryer, option of shower cubicle as well as Bath tub subject to availability.
Minibar stocked with goodies and tea / coffee maker.
Individual climate control to suit your requirements.
Provision of a stunning 32” flat screen Hitachi TV with 45 channels in various international languages.
High speed WIFI and DVD player on request.
Dual phone line with data port and voice mail and electronic in-room safe.
National newspapers and Good Morning News in different languages like UK English, US English, Chinese, Japanese, Portuguese, German, French, Italian and Russian as per guest’s nationality.
Imperial rooms have an option of garden view.
THE HERITAGE ROOM ~ 350-370 sq.ft.
Twin and King size bed options available having posturepedic spring mattress with exclusive linen from Porthault, France
Beautiful marble baths with hand shower, Fragonard bathroom amenities, modern hairdryer.
Minibar stocked with goodies and tea / coffee maker.
Individual climate control to suit your requirements.
Provision of a stunning 32″ flat screen Hitachi TV with 45 channels in various international languages.
High speed WIFI and DVD player on request.
Dual phone line with data port and voice mail and electronic in-room safe.
National newspapers and Good Morning News in different languages like UK English, US English, Chinese, Japanese, Portuguese, German, French, Italian and Russian as per guest’s nationality.
These rooms have spacious bedrooms with a seating area for a couple of guests and an option of Garden view.
GRAND HERITAGE ROOM ~ 450-486 sq.ft.
Colonial layout with high ceiling. Available only with Hollywood bed (Twin jackets can be placed) having posturepedic spring mattress with exclusive linen from Porthault, France.
Beautiful marble baths with hand shower, Fragonard bathroom amenities, modern hairdryer.
Minibar stocked with goodies and tea / coffee maker.
Individual climate control to suit your requirements.
Provision of a stunning 32″ flat screen Hitachi TV with 45 channels in various international languages.
High speed WIFI and DVD player on request.
Dual phone line with data port and voice mail and electronic in-room safe.
National newspapers and Good Morning News in different languages like UK English, US English, Chinese, Japanese, Portuguese, German, French, Italian and Russian as per guest’s nationality.
Spacious bedrooms with a seating area for 5 -6 guests and an option of Garden view as well as the choice of marble or parquet flooring.
These rooms have both shower cubicle as well as bath tubs from Kohler (USA) and are larger than heritage rooms.
Extra Bed at an additional price can be placed in the room to accommodate a third occupant.
THE ELIZA ROOM
Specially modified Imperial and Heritage rooms for single ladies with a choice of king size or twin bed.
Special ladies amenities. Camera outside the room for added security.
Beautiful marble bath, Fragonard bathroom amenities and modern hairdryer.
Minibar stocked with goodies and tea / coffee maker.
Individual climate control to suit your requirements.
Choice of Marble / Parquet Floorin.g
Provision of a stunning 32” flat screen Hitachi TV and high speed WIFI.
TV channels in various international languages.
Dual line phone with data port and voice mail and electronic in-room safe.
National newspapers and Good Morning News. (news in brief in different languages)
THE HERITAGE SUITE ~ 550 sq. ft.
Bedroom with King size bed having posturepedic spring mattress with exclusive linen from Porthault, France.
Beautiful marble baths with hand shower, Fragonard bathroom amenities, modern hairdryer.
Minibar stocked with goodies and tea / coffee maker.
Individual climate control to suit your requirements.
Provision of a stunning Bang & Olufsen TV with 45 channels in various international languages and an in-built DVD player.
High speed WIFI
Dual phone line with data port and voice mail and electronic in-room safe.
National newspapers and Good Morning News in different languages like UK English, US English, Chinese, Japanese, Portuguese, German, French, Italian and Russian as per guest’s nationality.
Heritage Suites have two spacious rooms, a living room with a seating area for 05-06 guests and a bed room.
Inside facing with a view of The Atrium and a choice of an outside view upon request.
Extra Bed at an additional price can be placed in the room to accommodate a third occupant.
ART DECO SUITE ~ 580- 630 sq.ft.
Contemporary feel with King size bed having Art Deco interiors, posturepedic spring mattress with exclusive linen from Porthault, France.
Beautiful marble baths with hand shower, Fragonard bathroom amenities, modern hairdryer with fixtures from Cesame (Italy).
Minibar stocked with goodies and tea / coffee maker.
Individual climate control to suit your requirements.
Provision of a stunning Bang & Olufsen TV with 45 channels in various international languages and an in-built DVD player.
High speed WIFI and wired Internet.
Dual phone line with data port and voice mail and electronic in-room safe.
National newspapers and Good Morning News in different languages like UK English, US English, Chinese, Japanese, Portuguese, German, French, Italian and Russian as per guest’s nationality.
Art Deco Suites have two spacious rooms, a living room with a seating area for 05-06 guests and a bed room.
Larger windows with an option of sunlight and the views of The Spice Route courtyard, Terrace gardens and The Atrium as well as a choice of marble or parquet flooring.
THE LUXURY SUITE ~ 750-800sq.ft.
Four-poster king size bed, exclusive linen from Porthault, France with Royal-Ultra plush pillow top mattresses.
Beautiful marble baths from Kohler (USA) with hand shower, Bvlgari bathroom amenities, modern hairdryer.
Jacuzzi and steam facility.
Minibar stocked with goodies and tea / coffee maker.
Individual climate control to suit your requirements.
Provision of a stunning Bang & Olufsen TV with 45 channels in various international languages and an in-built DVD player.
High speed WIFI and wired Internet.
Dual phone line with data port and voice mail and electronic in-room safe.
National newspapers and Good Morning News in different languages like UK English, US English, Chinese, Japanese, Portuguese, German, French, Italian and Russian as per guest’s nationality.
Control panel- Crestron for individual control on lights, A/C, privacy & security
Two spacious rooms, one being a living room with a seating area for 05-06 guests & a guest cloakroom.
Separate dressing room and a dresser.
Views of the rear gardens of the hotel.
ROYAL IMPERIAL SUITE ~ 3000 sq. ft.
Master bedroom with four – poster king size bed and seating for 3 guests, separate guest cloakroom.
Exclusive linen from Porthault, France and pocketed spring mattress, verandah lounge with an area of 675sq.ft.
Master bathroom with a large shower cubicle and beautiful marble baths from Kohler (USA), steam, sauna and jacuzzi facilities.
Double vanity counter and WC cubicle with bidet, Bvlgari bathroom amenities, dressing room with a walk in closet.
Dining area with elegant mahogany table for 8 guests, Butler pantry equipped with Gaggenau.
Study with office equipment, collection of 80 books, antique furniture, artworks by Prince Alexis Soltykoff.
Minibar stocked with goodies and tea / coffee maker, individual climate control.
Bang & Olufsen TV with an in- built DVD player, Bose clock cum radio, TV channels in various international languages.
Dual line phone with data port and voice mail and electronic in-room safe, high speed WIFI.
National newspapers and Good Morning News in different languages like UK English, US English, Chinese, Japanese, Portuguese, German, French, Italian and Russian as per guest’s nationality.
Control panel- Crestron for individual control on lights, A/C, privacy & security.
An interconnecting Heritage room is available with a King size bed at an additional price.
Gastronomy & Bar
THE SPICE ROUTE ~ South-East Asian Restaurant & Courtyard
Heralded as one of the top ten restaurants in the world by Condé Nast Traveler, The Spice Route is poetry in design. The renowned restaurant mesmerizes all your senses enrapturing you with its sensuous exotica.Designed by Rajeev Sethi, the celebrated cultural czar of India, The Spice Route reflects the journey of spices from the Malabar Coast in Kerala through Sri Lanka, Myanmar, Malaysia, and Indonesia to Thailand and Vietnam. The restaurant is an overwhelming visual depiction of the art and culture that travelled with the spices through these regions, presented in a folk, religious and cultural fantasy of the Orient. The Restaurant, that was seven years in the making, is completely hand painted with vegetable and flower dyes by mural painters brought in especially from a temple in Guruvayur in Kerala with a tradition dating back to 3000 years.
Designed on the principles of Feng Shui, The Spice Route is a treasure trove of antiques and is divided into nine different sections, each depicting part of the journey of life. Besides the stunning décor, The Spice Route boasts a menu that ensnares the taste buds of a seasoned food connoisseur. Orchestrated with passion by Chef Veena Arora, the menu crafted almost artistically is starred by gems such as Chemeen Thoren (Kerala style prawns, stir-fried with coconut, curry leaves and black tamarind; flavoured with mustard seeds), Tom Yum Kung (the famous Thai soup with prawns, flavoured with lemon grass, lemon leaves and galangal), Kung Nang Phad Khing (Stir-fried lobster with ginger and Thai black mushrooms, served in the shell), Kaeng Kheow Waan Kai (Chicken in Thai green curry with pea and cherry aubergines) and Phad Phak (Chef’s special stir-fried baby pok-choy with black mushrooms, flavoured with soya bean paste).
The Spice Route Courtyard transports the guests to the wonderful world of Southeast Asia. Adorned with traditional Thai sculptures from the Chiang Mai region in northern Thailand, the Courtyard is a visual spectacle. A picture perfect water body with floating candles and thoughtfully strewn petals forms the center of the Courtyard. The far end of the pavilion has traditional Khantok seating for six under an Oriental pagoda.
1911 ~ Bar, The Hardinge Room, The Lutyens & Baker Room
1911 bar pays a tribute to this historic milestone that led to the emergence of New Delhi as a seat of power. Soft Montana leather chairs, period portraiture, stained glass roof and wood panelling add an element of high gloss to the 1911 Bar offering over 500 varieties of beverages with lounge and club music playing to your mood. It boasts of two stunning private rooms the ‘Hardinge Room’ and the ‘Lutyens & Baker Room.’
The walls in the Hardinge Room are adorned with pictures of uniforms and attires of various battalions during British Raj and the most coveted VICTORIA CROSS the highest gallantry award in the British Army, the one and only existing in the city.
1911 ~ All Day Dining Restaurant & Verandah Lounge
1911 is a landmark year in the history of New Delhi. In December 1911, King Emperor George V had declared New Delhi as the Capital of India and laid the foundation of New Delhi. 1911 pays a tribute to this historic milestone that led to the emergence of New Delhi as a seat of power. Given the historical significance it compliments, 1911 is a celebration of aesthetics with its rich interiors and cuisine that showcases the ‘melting pot’ culture of Delhi and service that is truly a reflection of Imperial India.
The Imperial, has for long, had a ‘relationship’ with period art. In fact, 1911 is an ode to this tradition. It is replete with antiquities dating back to the 1911 Durbar, etchings of ink, stipple, lithographs, tints (mezzo and aqua), and photographs from the colonial era and candle stands that have an image of The Imperial crown.
Spread over 3 areas – the 1911 restaurant and Verandah Lounge, which overlooks The Imperial lawns the decor is set in rich mahogany and inspired by the understated grandeur of the Art Deco era.
SAN GIMIGNANO ~Italian Restaurant & Alfresco Dining
Tuscany, in the heart of Italy, is known the world over for its art, history, cuisines and beautiful landscapes. Cradled in the bosom of Tuscany lies a hilltop town, one of the best – preserved medieval towns, called San Gimignano or ‘the city of beautiful towers’. The Imperial’s Italian specialty restaurant of the same name takes inspiration from this lovely city where vineyards and olive grooves flourish.
San Gimignano offers a delectable fare blending the delicate flavours of ingredients that are both procured locally and imported from Italy. In an endeavour to present only the best, San Gimignano sources the finest of balsamic vinegar, cheeses, pasta, risotto and olive oils.
The restaurant boasts a premium selection of Italian wines and grappa that are a perfect match to the thoughtfully created menu. Specially selected wines, wines by the glass, San Gimignano’s very own ‘Vernaccia de San Gimignano’ produced by a centuries – old traditional method in an old winery called La Gentilesca and a divine cuisine like Parmesean cheese soup, stuffed Calamari, Roasted lamb in black olive crust make San Gimignano a every day dining place in a romantic and relaxed setting.
DANIELL’S TAVERN ~ Pan Indian Restaurant
In 1786 Thomas and William Daniell (an uncle-nephew team) arrived in India to paint the unrivalled scenery and architecture of th country. Daniell’s Tavern, The Imperial’s colonial hangover, relives the journey of the Daniells as they set about experiencing the rich culture and culinary tradition of this ancient land.
Daniell’s Tavern 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 menu showcases dishes such as Peshawari Kebab, Phaldari Kebab, Jheenga Chettinad, Khyber Murgh, Gosht-E-Awadh, Aishbagh Korma, Dhingri Dolma and the famous Dum ki Biryani.
The menu attempts to recreate the grand tradition of regional cuisine prevalent in India in that period.
The restaurant showcases original lithographs by the Daniells. Noteworthy among them is the lithograph of the Jantar Mantar monument painted from the exact spot where the Daniell’s Tavern stands today.
A well stocked bar, creative cocktails, finest of cigars, a live band over the weekends and food that folklores are made of, make Daniell’s Tavern a curiously appealing fine dining restaurant that romanticizes the Raj. About the Imperial.
THE ATRIUM ~High tea café & Lounge
The Atrium with its high skylight 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 what may be the purpose or plan!
PATIALA PEG ~ Polo Bar
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 Pattiserie
La Baguette, the pastry shop situated at the common entrance to the Royal Ballroom and 1911, tempts the inveterate sweet tooth with its enviable range of goodies. For those who want to indulge in sweet sin, La Baguette is a perfect haunt with its wide range of gateaux, bread, chocolate, sunrise and teatime eats and patisseries, promises to ensnare the taste buds of the discerning connoisseur.
The pastries have been thoughtfully crafted after going through various recipes from all over Europe. The wide variety of delectable desserts from the simple black forest cake to the traditional Napoleon pastry has unique artistic designs apart from being rich in taste. Most of the ingredients are imported from France and various other countries.
A new exclusive range of West-Asian pastries, patties, homemade ice-creams and exquisite chocolate showpieces compliment the “sweet sensations” from Europe.
Location
The Imperial New Delhi
The Imperial
Janpath, New Delhi. 110001 India
Tel: (91-11) 23341234, 41501234.
Fax: (91-11) 23342255
Email: luxury@theimperialindia.com
Website: www.theimperialindia.com
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