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The Imperial Hotel, Delhi
Overview :
Reckoned amongst Asia's finest hotels, The Imperial is a legend that offers a unique experience embracing facets of India's history. The 24 king palms, that lead up to the porch, stand a witness to the creation of New Delhi. Built in 1931 by Bromfield, a Lutyens' associate, the Hotel is known for its contemporary colonial style. As New Delhi's landmark Hotel, it is located on Janpath, the erstwhile Queensway. It is steps away from the renowned shopping district and major city attractions and a half-hour drive from the international airport.
History :
The Imperial is an ode to India's independence from the British Raj and was built as a jewel in the crown of the outgoing rulers. The Imperial boasts a rich historical past with an awe-inspiring heritage and a truly international appeal. The Imperial was built and run by S.B.S. Ranjit Singh, son of R.B.S. Narain Singh who was honoured by the British Government for his commendable work on 1911's Coronation Durbar where New Delhi was declared the new Capital of India. It was Lady Willingdon who gave the name 'The Imperial' to the Hotel and conferred the lion insignia upon the Hotel.
Art and The Imperial :
The Imperial's relationship with art is a long-standing one. Since its inception, over 70 years ago, the Hotel, known as a museum hotel, has been a repository of art and a home to many famous artists. The Imperial, proudly displays a priceless collection of the 'British Art on India.' Some prominent artists are Thomas and William Daniells, William Simpson, William Hodges, John Zollony, James Ferguson, J.B. Fraser, Emily Eden, Charles D'Oyly, among others. Notably, The Imperial has the largest collection on display of land war gallantry awards in India and neighbouring countries.
Accommodation :
With high ceilings, impeccable decor and equipped with all the facilities and modern conveniences, the 231 rooms and 43 suites, overlooking verdant gardens, bespeak discreet luxury and offer total privacy and serenity. Choicely designed for the discerning business and leisure guests alike, the distinctive character of the rooms has been achieved by attention to detail heightened by warm and personal service. Truly, an unparalleled Imperial experience.
Imperial Rooms :
324 sq. ft. | Marble baths | Choice of king or 2 single beds | Electronic in-room safe | Tea/Coffee maker | Private bar with refrigerator | Individual climate control | Hairdryer | Fragonard Bathroom amenities | Dual line phone with data port and voice mail | High speed Wireless Internet | 33 TV channels including French, German, Spanish, Italian, Chinese and Korean | Free national newspapers and Good Morning News (brief in different foreign languages) | Exclusive linen form Porthault | 32" flat screen Hitachi TV
Dining :
The Imperial houses award-winning restaurants, with a culinary palette that ranges from Southwest Asian, multi-cuisine and Indian to Frencn and Italian. Each restaurant has an interesting tale to tell on account of its origin or inspiration. The two bars have an impressive range of beverages including a notably unique wine list. The romance of alfresco dinning blossoms at The Imperial in three delightful venues, well-manicured lawns, an Oriental Courtyard and an Italian terrace - to enjoy fair weather. Food & Beverage Restaurants - 1911, San Gimignano, The Spice Route, Daniell's Tavern, The Atrium Patisserie - La Baguette. Bars - Patiala Peg, 1911 Bar, Leisure & Entertainment - Shopping precinct including India's first and only Chanel store.
Banquets and Meetings :
For more than seven decades, The Imperial has hosted New Delhi's most important social gatherings, political get-togethers of historical significance and business meetings. Traditional hospitality with discreet and courteous service gaurantees the success of an event - of any scale. The pillared verandahs, dining rooms, tea lounges, cool and spacious gardens, and notably the magnificent Royal Ballroom have played host to some celebrated encounters between the British and Indian aristocracy and gentry.
Recreation and Health Facilities :
The Swimming Pool, dotted by the Royal Palms and nestled in the shaded grounds of the Hotel, offers a tranquil, refreshing experience. A well-equipped Pool Bar serves delectable snacks and drinks to the guests. The Fitness Centre, located in the Lobby, provides state-of-the-art Cybex multi-station equipment, lifecycles, treadmills, climber-stepper, cross trainer and bench press with television and channel music. The Imperial Spa - The soon-to-be-launched Imperial Spa by Six Senses will be sited in the garden grounds with an area of 2,500 square metres. The eleven treatment rooms will include a suite especially designed for traditional wedding preparations and for honeymooners. There will also be an Ayurvedic Centre offering Yoga, two Hammam rooms, a 1500 sq.ft. Gym, a beauty salon for the ladies, barber shop for gentlemen, hydrotherapy area, steam and sauna, whirlpool baths and a multipurpose area for meditation, tai chi, aerobics. A tennis court will be incorporated into the complex. The other facilities are Fitness Centre, Beauty Salon and Barber Shop, Live entertainment at Daniell's Tavern, Art Galleries.
Awards :
Worlds Best Places to stay, Gold List, Condé Nast Traveler - USA 2009, Worlds Best 500 Hotels, Travel & Leisure 2009 Top Hundred Readers Choice Awards, Condé Nast Traveler USA 2008, Top 50 Hotels in Asia and 400 Best Hotels in the World by Forbes Traveler.com, World's Best Top 50 Hotels in Asia, Travel + Leisure 2008, 101 Best Suites In The World The Royal Imperial Suite was selected as one of the Best Hotel Suites in the Asia / Pacific region by Elite Traveler 2008. World Travel Awards 2008, Asia's Leading Hotel., Worlds Best Places to stay, Gold List, Conde Nast Traveler 2008., Best Hotel for Service in India by Condé Nast Traveller UK Annual Gold List 2008., World Travel Awards 2007, India's Leading Suite: The Royal Imperial Suite, Great Hotel Restaurants of the World, The Spice Route has been selected the winner of the 2007 Great Hotels Restaurants of the World by Villeroy and Boch., Condé Nast Traveler - Gold List USA, Rated as one of the Best by Condé Nast Traveler, selected In 2007 Gold List. Ranked 91.5 for both its design and location., Best Hotels in Asia - CondéNast Traveler, The Imperial has been nominated as being No 32 among the top 75 hotels in Asia by reader's choice poll conducted by the magazine., World Best Accommodation 2006 - Condé Nast Traveller, The Imperial has been voted 11th best among the Top 20 Hotels in Asia by the prestigious Conde Nast Traveller, 2006 international readers poll., 2nd Best Hotel in India - Forbes Traveller - The Imperial has been selected as No.2 among the top 10 best hotels in India by Forbes Traveller., Best Business Hotel - Travel + Leisure. , Distinguished as The Best Business Hotel of the year the category of Worlds Best Business Hotel, The Imperial has been voted as India's Best Business Hotel., World Travel Awards 2005, 2006, The Imperial has been recognized as 'The Leading Hotel of India' by the esteemed "World Travel Award.", Preferred Hotel Group, Preferred Hotel Group's Best Outstanding Hotel Asia Pacific 2005. The Imperial has been presented with the Preferred Hotel Group's Best Outstanding Hotel Asia Pacific award at the Preferred Summit Singapore., SATTE Award - 2005-The Imperial is the winner of the SATTE 2005 Award in the category of 'Creating Brands - Luxury Hotels. The recognition has been conferred upon The Imperial for being a benchmark for excellence in the industry. The National Tourism Award in India - Department of Tourism, Government of India, 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999 and 2000.
Places to see in Delhi :
Delhi as a city exemplifies the transition and coexistence of the old world charm and modern convenience. On one side, the India Gate pays deference to the soldiers, the martyrs of Indo-Afghan war, while on the other, the Raj Ghat glorifies the memories of the Father of the Nation, Mahatma Gandhi. Additional historical moments such as Red Fort, Qutab Minar, Humayun's Tomb, Lodhi Gardens, and Chandni Chowk stand in pride to boast of the royalty of Mughal Era and Indo-Islamic architecture in India. The Rashtrapati Bhawan and other modern buildings, shopping centres, Metro Project, and huge flyovers present a perfect blend of modernity with the traditional atmosphere of Delhi. Red Fort is a magnificent structure dating back to the peak of Mughal power. When the emperor rode out on elephant back into the streets of Old Delhi, it was a spectacular display of pomp and power. Qutab Minar is the tallest brick minaret in the world and an important example of Indo-Islamic architecture. Listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, it is 72.5 metres high (237.8 feet) and requires 399 steps to reach the top. The Yantra Mandir, literally the "temple of instruments" and often called the Jantar Mantar, consists of a collection of architectural astronomy instruments, built by Maharaja Jai Singh II of Jaipur, for his own use, from 1724 onwards. Rajpath literally known as "King's Way" is the ceremonial avenue of the Republic of India. It runs from Rashtrapati Bhavan through Vijay Chowk and India Gate to National Stadium, Delhi. The New Delhi Boulevard is lined on both sides by lawns with rows of trees and ponds. Undeniably the most important stretch of road in India, Rajpath goes straight toward Raisina Hill, India's administrative centre. India Gate, the 42-metre high stone arch of triumph situated on the Rajpath in New Delhi, (originally called the All India War Memorial) is a monument built by Edwin Lutyens to commemorate the Indian soldiers who died in World War I and the Afghan Wars. Completed in 1931, the names of the soldiers who died in these wars are inscribed on the walls. The National Gallery of Modern Art stands near India Gate at the eastern end of the Rajpath, and was formerly the Delhi residence of the Maharaja of Jaipur. It accommodates an excellent collection of works by both Indian and colonial artists. Just southeast of India Gate and north of Humayun's Tomb and the Nizamuddin railway station is the Old Fort, Purana Qila. This was the supposed site of Indraprastha, the original city of Delhi.
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