ITC Maurya is the Delhi hotel that food lovers know by name. Opened in the late 1970s and still one of the city’s most respected addresses, it stands on Sardar Patel Marg beside the Diplomatic Enclave, with the Ridge and the leafy lanes of Chanakyapuri nearby. Its restaurants are the main attraction. Bukhara, serving robust North-West Frontier cooking from the tandoor, has been a fixture for decades and is a classic place to eat, and Dum Pukht specialises in slow-cooked dishes sealed in a pot. Other restaurants cover a broad range of cuisines, so guests can eat well without leaving the building. The hotel belongs to the Luxury Collection and is built around a large central complex of public rooms, with a pool, a spa and a fitness centre. The style is classic rather than trendy, and the service has a polished, old-school quality that long-time Delhi visitors appreciate. It is a good choice for a special meal and a comfortable, quiet stay.
Location and getting around
Sardar Patel Marg runs along the edge of the Diplomatic Enclave, giving easy road access to Lutyens’ Delhi, India Gate and the airport. The Dhaula Kuan area and the southern Ridge are close, and Connaught Place is a car ride away. Metro stations are not within a short walk, so plan on taxis.
Rooms
Rooms are generous, with classic decor, and the hotel offers club-level and suite categories. Rooms are quiet and well sound-proofed compared with city-centre hotels, and many have views over greenery.
Who it suits
Couples, business travellers and food enthusiasts, especially anyone who wants to book Bukhara or Dum Pukht without a cross-city trip afterwards.
Good to know
The restaurants are popular, so reserve well ahead, especially in the October to March season. Dress codes at the signature restaurants are smart casual. Check whether breakfast and transfers are included in your rate, since prices vary widely by season.
Why stay here
- ✓Bukhara restaurant
- ✓Dum Pukht restaurant
- ✓Outdoor pool
- ✓Spa
- ✓Fitness centre
- ✓Club-level lounge
- ✓Multiple restaurants
- ✓Concierge and car hire
Good questions
What is ITC Maurya famous for?+
Its restaurants, above all Bukhara, known for North-West Frontier tandoori cooking, and Dum Pukht, which specialises in slow-cooked dishes.
Where is ITC Maurya?+
On Sardar Patel Marg beside the Diplomatic Enclave, with easy road access to India Gate, Lutyens’ Delhi and the airport.
Should I book the restaurants in advance?+
Yes, they are very popular, especially in the cool season from October to March, so reserve well ahead.
