Description
The Oberoi is one of Delhi’s most exclusive hotels located in the heart of New Delhi, overlooking the lush greens of the Delhi Golf Club and the World Heritage Site of Humayun's tomb. It is minutes away from the busy commercial centres of Connaught Place, Nehru Place and within walking distance of Pragati Maidan, the international trade fair and exhibition grounds.
The hotels 279 rooms and suites are decorated to an extremely high and luxurious standard and the Oberoi provides levels of service and comfort that one would expect from one of world’s best luxury hotel groups. Rooms feature king size beds or twins with a plasma TV, DVD player, satellite, Wi-Fi, electronic safe, 2 line telephone, minibar and a personalised butler service.
The hotel’s Chinese, Thai and French restaurants have all won awards and are considered to be some of the finest in Delhi. For those who want to relax, there is a full sized swimming pool and a spa and fitness centre run by the Banyan Tree group.
Some of the sights located nearby include the India Gate, the Humayun Tomb, (the first Mugal Garden Tomb built in the 16th century), Purana Qila and Rashtrapati Bhawan, designed by Lutyens where the Viceroy once lived and now the official residence of the President of India.
Accommodation
The Oberoi New Delhi offers guests 279 rooms and suites split between Deluxe Rooms, Executive Suites, Deluxe Suites, the Luxury Suite, the Duplex Suite, the Curzon Suite and the Kohinoor Suite. For the ultimate in luxury book yourself into the Kohinoor Suite featuring a living room, dining room with a service pantry, a fully-equipped study, master bedroom, a private living room and a relaxation room furnished with a treadmill and massage bed.
Childcare
Children are welcome but there are no specific facilities.
Facilities
Facilities at the Oberoi New Delhi include a swimming pool, a Spa with eight therapy rooms offering a range of treatments from the best in ancient Ayurveda to Aromatherapy, steam room, sauna and 5 dining options.
Activities
The hotel offers complimentary use of the swimming pool and fully equipped fitness centre. Spa treatments are charged at an additional cost. Some of the sights located nearby include the India Gate, the Humayun Tomb, (the first Mughal Garden Tomb built in the 16th century), Purana Qila and Rashtrapati Bhawan, designed by Lutyens where the Viceroy once lived and now the official residence of the President of India. Others further afield include the Jama Masjid mosque, Qutab Minar, the Red Fort (the seat of the Mughal Empire) and the Bahai Temple.
Services
Services at the hotel include the concierge, laundry and 24 hr in-room dining.
When to travel
Due to temperatures and precipitation, Delhi can be an extreme place to visit during certain months of the year. The hottest months of the year are May and June, during which time the average temperature is 39. The coldest months are from December until February, during which time the average low temperatures are in the 20's. The monsoon season is from the end of May through to July, during this time the humidity is very high, and rainstorms are frequent. It is not advised to visit during these months.
The most comfortable climate in Delhi is found during the months leading into summer (February into April), and again trailing the monsoon season (October and November).
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Location and directions
New Delhi, India
In the centre of New Delhi.
How to get there
9hr direct flight then 30min transfer
