The LodhivsThe Oberoi, New Delhi
Both The Lodhi and The Oberoi are endorsed by professional travelers. On balance, The Oberoi ranks significantly better than The Lodhi. The Oberoi comes in at 91 with positive reviews from 9 sources such as Frommer's, Concierge and Jetsetter.
The Lodhi
Lodhi Road, New Delhi 110003, India
From $145/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Star Service
"This stylish boutique-hotel fills a void in the capital city that is left from the larger or classier high-end properties." Full review
Fodor's
"An exclusive hotel at an exclusive address, the Lodhi Hotel is over-the-top luxury all the way, starting with the private pool nestled on the balcony of each of the rooms." Full review
Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"Formerly the Aman, the Lodhi is one of Delhi’s finest luxury hotels, with only 40 huge, lovely rooms and suites and acres of space." Full review
The Telegraph
8.0
"A minimalist, stone-clad hotel set in seven acres on the fringes of Lutyens’ Delhi, overlooking Lodhi Gardens." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler
"New Delhi’s The Lodhi is a city hotel, though you’d never know it." Full review
Afar Magazine
"Each room has a balcony and private plunge pool, good for cooling off after a jog to the nearby Lodhi Gardens or a round of tennis on the hotel’s private grass courts. " Full review
Travel + Leisure
"The intricate design details don’t just stand for a proud and modern Indian sensibility, but also address all the little touches that go a long way in making excellence possible." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"Near the Lodi Gardens, on seven acres of pristine land, The Lodhi is a favorite among locals and travelers alike"
New Delhi Travel Guide
August 16, 2021
Oyster
Luxury
"An elegant, ultra-contemporary luxury hotel...all 40 rooms here have private plunge pools, and those on higher floors have beautiful city views, many with Humayun's Tomb in the distance" Full review
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