Taj Palace is one of the classic luxury hotels of the Indian capital, set in the green and quiet diplomatic quarter of Chanakyapuri, where embassies, wide roads and avenue trees replace the bustle of the old city. Part of the Taj group, it combines contemporary comfort with the service style for which the brand is known, and its large lobby, marble floors and gardens give the property the feel of a resort in the middle of the city. Rooms and suites are spacious and well soundproofed, with large beds, work desks and views over the gardens or the skyline, while the upper club floors add lounge access and a more personal level of service. The hotel is popular with diplomats, business travellers and families on longer trips. Dining is a draw in its own right. The hotel offers a range of restaurants and bars covering Indian, Chinese and international cuisine, as well as a lobby lounge for tea and light meals, so you can eat in without leaving the compound. Outside, the gardens and swimming pool are a pleasant retreat after a day of sightseeing, and the spa and fitness facilities help with jet lag. Staff can arrange tours, drivers and day trips to Agra and Jaipur, and the concierge is experienced at handling the logistics of a first visit.
Location and getting around
The hotel sits on Sardar Patel Marg in Chanakyapuri, a quiet district with embassies and parks. India Gate, the National Museum and the government buildings of Lutyens’ Delhi are a short drive away, and Humayun’s Tomb and the Qutub Minar can be reached by car in about twenty to thirty minutes in normal traffic.
The airport is roughly half an hour away outside peak hours. The area is calm and well kept, but it has fewer street-level shops and cafés than central Connaught Place, so you will use taxis or hotel cars more often.
Rooms
The rooms are large by Delhi standards, with comfortable bedding, marble bathrooms, a seating area and good air-conditioning. Higher categories offer more space and views of the garden. Request a room away from the road if you prefer a quiet night, and ask about club-floor access if you want a quiet lounge for breakfast and evening drinks.
Who it suits
Business travellers, families who like a pool and a garden, and anyone who wants a polished, dependable luxury base with plenty of services on site. It is a good choice for people arriving on late flights who want to rest before sightseeing.
Good to know
Breakfast, parking and airport transfers may be charged separately depending on the rate, so check what is included. Security checks at the entrance are routine. If you want an evening out in Old Delhi or Hauz Khas, plan transport in advance, and avoid peak commuting hours when the roads fill up.
Why stay here
- ✓Outdoor swimming pool
- ✓Spa and wellness centre
- ✓Fitness centre
- ✓Landscaped gardens
- ✓Multiple restaurants and bars
- ✓Club lounge floors
- ✓24-hour room service
- ✓Business centre
Good questions
Where is Taj Palace in Delhi?+
It is on Sardar Patel Marg in Chanakyapuri, the diplomatic enclave, a quiet area near India Gate and the government quarter.
Does Taj Palace have a pool?+
Yes, it has an outdoor swimming pool set in landscaped gardens, along with a spa and fitness centre.
Is it a good base for sightseeing?+
Yes, if you are happy to use cars and taxis. The hotel is calm and well placed for central and south Delhi, but it is not walkable to the old city.
