Leela Palace New Delhi
Palatial Indian grandeur with contemporary luxury. Think gold leaf ceilings, semi-precious stone inlays, and a resident-goddess courtyard shrine — but also a Le Cirque, a Japanese omakase counter, and a bar consistently ranked in India's top 30. Not understated. Not trying to be.
Book Megu well in advance — the omakase counter fills up fast
Why It Matters
One of India's flagship palace hotels, the Leela New Delhi is the go-to for visiting heads of state and senior diplomats — partly because the Presidential Suite has bullet-proof glass. Megu was named to Asia's 50 Best Restaurants in 2022 and World's 50 Best Discovery in 2024. The Library Bar has been in India's 30 Best Bars for five consecutive years. It's a serious F&B hotel that happens to also sell rooms.
The Leela Palace New Delhi is a massive 5-star palace hotel planted squarely in the Diplomatic Enclave of Chanakyapuri — the corner of the city where embassies and power lunches coexist. The building itself echoes the grandeur of Lutyens' Delhi: grand proportions, hand-carved artefacts, gilded brass accents, and artworks by noted Indian artists around every corner. Five restaurants, a two-level spa, a 24/7 fitness studio, and a temperature-controlled rooftop pool mean you could spend three days here without stepping outside. The airport is about 35 minutes away.
Where You'll Stay
13 room types available
Executive Suite
Mid-tier suite category with executive amenities, Royal Club Lounge access, and butler coordination.
Grand Premiere Suite
A spacious premier suite with Indian artisan detailing, Royal Club Lounge access, and full butler service.
Grand Suite with Plunge Pool
Features an open-to-sky, temperature-controlled in-room plunge pool. Garden views, Jacuzzi, and the full suite amenity package.
Grande Deluxe Room
Entry-level room at The Leela, which still clears 552 sq ft. Located on floors two through seven, with views of either the city skyline or the inner courtyard gardens. Welcome drink on arrival, pillow menu, Tishya bath amenities, and evening turndown treats are standard.
51 sqmLuxury Suite
An upper-category suite with generous living space, opulent Indian décor, and the full suite amenity package.
Luxury Suite with Balcony
Same as the Luxury Suite but with a private outdoor balcony — a notable upgrade in a city hotel at this level.
Maharaja Suite
Named after Indian royalty, this signature suite features palatial décor with Maharaja-level grandeur, extensive living spaces, and the full presidential-tier amenity package.
Parlour Suite
A generous suite with a separate living parlour. Ideal for longer stays or guests who need to work and entertain.
Premiere Room
A step above the Grande Deluxe, with upgraded furnishings and finishes. Same philosophy of space and Indian artistry.
Presidential Suite
The top of the house at 4,800 sq ft (446 sq m). Gilded ceilings in gold leaf, masterful woodwork, hand-crafted silver accents, and art with semi-precious stones. Includes a private gym, two living rooms with powder room, a private study, 12-seater formal dining room, and a fully appointed butler's pantry. The master bedroom has a walk-in wardrobe and en-suite with Jacuzzi and a couples' spa suite. Optional second bedroom available. Comes with bullet-proof glass for security and privacy.
446 sqmRoyal Club Room
The hotel's club-level room with privileged Royal Club Lounge access. Complimentary airport transfers in BMW and two pieces of laundry per stay.
Royal Premiere Room
Club-category room with access to the Royal Club Lounge, hi-tea, and cocktail hours. Butler service and express check-in included.
Royal Suite with Plunge Pool
Regal suite overlooking serene gardens with an open-to-sky, temperature-controlled in-room plunge pool and Jacuzzi. Expansive windows frame city views. Casual poolside seating included. Full butler and BMW transfer package.
The Property
Eat & Drink
6 venues on property
Restaurant
Spa & Wellness
Treatment Menu
On Property
How you'll actually spend your days.
State-of-the-art fitness studio open around the clock. A genuine differentiator for early risers and late arrivals.
Temperature-controlled rooftop pool. A useful amenity in Delhi's hot months.
Spa experts help guests identify their dosha type (Vata, Pitta, or Kapha) and design a tailored Ayurvedic treatment plan — treatments include Kizhiswedana, Abhyanga, and Shirodhara.
Private and group sessions available on the Spa terrace. Covers classical Hatha, Vinyasa flow, Pranayama breathing, and meditation. Led by an expert yoga guru.
Each evening, the hotel holds an aarti (devotional ritual with fire and light) at the courtyard shrine of the resident goddess. Open to all guests. A genuinely distinctive hotel ritual you won't find at most properties.
Outdoor evening experience at Megu from 7pm onwards bringing to life Japan's Izakaya culture — shared plates, crafted cocktails, and animated conversations in an open-air setting.
A bespoke chef-curated omakase dinner at Megu, tailored to each guest's palate. One of the city's most distinctive dining experiences.
Amenities & Practical Info
The details that matter for planning.
Multiple meeting rooms and ballrooms for conferences, corporate events, weddings, and celebrations.
Exclusive lounge with hi-tea, cocktail hours, and cordial service. Access included for Royal Club Room and above.
Signature butler programme assigning a single dedicated butler per guest as a point of contact before, during, and after the stay. Available from Royal Club Room upwards.
Choice from goose down feather to neck-supporting therapeutic pillows across all room categories.
Available in Royal Suite with Plunge Pool and Grand Suite with Plunge Pool. Open-to-sky, temperature-controlled.
Exclusive house-brand bath amenities available across all room categories.
Part of Global Hotel Alliance. Members earn DISCOVERY Dollars and can access member-rate discounts of up to 20%.
Two treatment floors, relaxation lounge, finishing studio, roof terrace, sauna, steam, and salon.
Luxury BMW fleet including all-electric grand SUV option. Available for airport transfers, approx. 35 minutes to IGI Airport.
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