ITC Maurya: Elegance And Relaxation Right In New Delhi

Tony professionals will find remarkable repose amid the hustle and bustle of New Delhi at this elegant property of superlative space, service and security. Situated in the exclusive diplomatic enclave, the hotel a tribute to the Golden Age of the Mauryan Dynasty is the preferred residence of global icons and has hosted many royalty, business leaders and heads of state for over 30 years. The 438 rooms boasting superior comfort and style include the popular ITC One Rooms- each of which features a digital valet and entitles complimentary lounge access – and various classes of sprawling suites.

Relieve the spirit with a refreshing dip at the pool or revivifying treatments at the spa and pick up chic writing instruments or style accessories before the next meeting at the thoughtfully-curated shopping arcade. Nine modish conference rooms are equipped with state-of-the-art audiovisual equipment and wireless high-speed Internet access, and at the grand Kamal Mahal banquet hall up to 750 guests can be accommodated with the highest standards in cuisine and hospitality, illuminating ITC Maurya’s position as a leading event venue.

TOP DRAW: Gourmands can go the whole hog with the selection of top-notch dining options available. Famed for its traditional cooking methods, Bukhara lights fires in bellies with mouthwatering eats of the Northwest Frontier and has been consistently ranked as one of the world’s top 50 restaurants. Dum Pukht delights with a 200-year-old culinary legacy from the kitchens of the Nawabs Awadh while West View serves a superb assortment of grilled meats and the freshest produce and breads. Art enthusiasts will also be pleased to know that the hotel houses a rare collection of Indian contemporary masterpieces by Krishen Khanna, M. F. Husain and Tyeb Mehta, among other eminent artists, and contains the gallery within the plush confines of the main lobby.

NEARBY: Previously the capital of many a mighty sovereign authority, New Delhi is dotted with several ancient structures and complexes worth writing home about. Crowd-pullers such as the India Gate, Red Fort, Qutub Minar and Humayun’s Tomb make for an exciting excursion, and the award-winning architectural phenomenon that is the Baha’l House of Worship is quite a sight to behold.