The Leela Palace New DelhivsThe Oberoi, New Delhi
Both The Oberoi and The Leela Palace New Delhi are highly recommended by those who travel for a living. Overall, The Oberoi ranks significantly better than The Leela Palace New Delhi. The Oberoi is ranked #1 in New Delhi with endorsements from 9 sources like Frommer's, Afar Magazine and Condé Nast Traveler.
The Leela Palace New Delhi Show All Reviews
Diplomatic Enclave, Chanakyapuri, New Delhi 110023, India
From $119/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
Concierge
"The Leela Palace opened its doors in October 2011 and has quickly established itself as one of the best hotels in the city."
Jetsetter
"Located in New Delhi’s quiet, leafy embassy district, the Taj Palace offers stunning views and a place to decompress just 15 minutes (on clear roads) from the airport. With an elegance..." Full review
Star Service
"In the central business district, this large-scale hotel impresses with its elegant decor and excellent location for both business and leisure travelers." Full review
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Roaming the hallways is the 24-hour butler team which is happy to handle any guest request.
Afar Magazine
"For female travelers eager to explore New Delhi, The Leela Palace New Delhi has created KAMAL, a special program thoughtfully curated to personalize their stay." Full review
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Those on the higher floors offer panoramas of the city skyline, but many travelers choose to look out over the internal courtyard or the expansively landscaped garden (and away from a 16-lane highway) for a sense of calm.
The Telegraph
9.0
"The only truly grand hotel in the capital, which will wow even the most jaded jetsetter." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"In a town like New Delhi, it's hard for a hotel to make an impression, so the Leela group decided to deliver in the two areas that matter most: guest rooms... and service." Full review
Afar Magazine
"On an art tour you'll be taken on a walk through property and its celebrated art collection." Full review
Afar Magazine
"The Spa by ESPA welcomes visitors to with a particular warmth in design and service." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler
Readers' Choice Award
"Huge Murano chandeliers, hand-woven carpets, intricate miniature paintings, sandstone elephant statues—Leela Palace is like the incredibly grand home of a globetrotting modern-day maharajah." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"For a truly over-the-top hotel stay in New Delhi, look into one of The Leela Palace's 18 suites, which come with butler service and access to the Royal Club Lounge on property."
New Delhi Travel Guide
August 16, 2021
The Oberoi, New Delhi
Dr. Zakir Hussain Marg, New Delhi 110003, India
From $107/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
Frommer's
"If you like being treated with the reverence of a celebrity, this is the place to stay -- genuflecting staff is trained to make you feel like royalty, and every room comes with a butler." Full review
Concierge
"One of New Delhi's most elegant hotels, the Oberoi has 279 luxurious rooms and suites."
Fodor's
"A beloved favorite of those who visit Delhi often, the city's first modern luxury hotel, built in 1965, is distinguished by its calm." Full review
Lonely Planet
"Superlative, contemporary rooms with views over Humayun’s tomb, the pool or golf course."
Star Service
"This modern-looking 10-story concrete box, reached from the main road via a flag-lined drive, is the most redoubtable address here, edging out the Taj Mahal for top position." Full review
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Management does a good job of keeping this hotel on top (although service staff can sometimes overlook special requests), and the impeccably attired staff attends to guests' every whim without missing a beat.
Jetsetter
"Serene sleep in New Delhi's bustling heart, with a rooftop restaurant, outdoor pool and Ayurvedic spa." Full review
Afar Magazine
"Go for the pools, the tranquility, and the spa. It's a quiet place in an otherwise overwhelmingly hectic city." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"Delhi’s top business hotel is also an Indian society favorite, and the nightly arrivals in the lobby serve as proof" Full review
Condé Nast Traveler
Readers' Choice Award
"You're staying in a landmark hotel for the city and are likely to brush shoulders with some fascinating people—and the location and service help maximize every minute of your time in Delhi." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"The Oberoi, New Delhi looks out at Humayun's Tomb and is set next to a luxurious golf course. The 220-room hotel is also home to four acclaimed restaurants as well as a patisserie and a cigar bar."
New Delhi Travel Guide
August 16, 2021