Where to stay in Delhi — pick the right hotel, book in 3 clicks
Delhi is India's capital of old and new — where the Mughal-era Red Fort and the tangled lanes of Chandni Chowk sit just kilometres from the wide boulevards of New Delhi and India Gate. See the Lotus Temple, Humayun's Tomb and Qutub Minar, then hop on the Metro or hire a car for the Golden Triangle (Agra and Jaipur). Stays run the full range, from Paharganj guesthouses to sleek airport hotels in Aerocity.
Why stay in Delhi
Layers of history
Red Fort, Humayun's Tomb and Qutub Minar — three UNESCO World Heritage Sites in one city, spanning the Mughal and colonial eras.
Street-food heaven
Chole bhature, chaat, parathas and kebabs from century-old legends like Karim's — bold flavours you won't find anywhere else.
Many faiths, many cultures
The Bahá'í Lotus Temple, the vast Jama Masjid and the ornate Akshardham — serene spaces with show-stopping architecture.
Gateway to the Golden Triangle
The launch point for India's most popular circuit — Agra (Taj Mahal) and Jaipur — easily reached by express train or private car.
Pick an area first — where to stay in Delhi
Location is the single most important thing about a hotel — choose the right area first, then pick the hotel
Connaught Place (CP)City centre · well connected · best for first-timers
Coming soonPaharganjBy New Delhi railway station · budget guesthouses · backpacker hub
Coming soonSouth Delhi (Hauz Khas / Saket)Green, calm, clean · cafés & bars · great for families
Coming soonAerocityNext to IGI Airport · modern chain hotels · ideal for transit/business
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Local dishes to try in Delhi
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Chole Bhature
Spicy chickpeas with fluffy fried bhature — a Delhi breakfast staple served everywhere from carts to hotels.
📍 Citywide - 2🥟
Chaat & Golgappa
Tangy-spicy snacks — golgappa, aloo tikki, papri chaat — Delhi's pride, with a different style in every neighbourhood.
📍 Chandni Chowk - 3🫓
Paratha
Ghee-fried flatbreads stuffed with potato, paneer or veg, made for generations in Old Delhi's Paranthe Wali Gali.
📍 Paranthe Wali Gali - 4🍢
Kebabs at Karim's
The legendary Mughlai spot near Jama Masjid — smoky kebabs, curries and biryani perfected over a century.
📍 Jama Masjid - 5🍗
Butter Chicken
Chicken in a rich tomato-butter cream sauce — a North Indian classic said to have been born in Delhi, best with naan.
📍 Citywide - 6🍮
Jalebi
Crisp syrup-soaked spirals served hot — try the famous Old Famous Jalebi Wala in Chandni Chowk.
📍 Chandni Chowk
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Red Fort
Shah Jahan's red-sandstone fort (built 1648), a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a symbol of India's independence.
📍 Old Delhi - 2🚪
India Gate
A 42 m war memorial on Rajpath designed by Edwin Lutyens — at its best in the evening when the lights come on.
📍 Central Delhi - 3🪷
Lotus Temple
A Bahá'í House of Worship shaped like a blooming white-marble lotus, open to all faiths for quiet meditation.
📍 South Delhi - 4🗼
Qutub Minar
The world's tallest brick minaret at 72.5 m, built in the 13th century — a UNESCO site amid ancient ruins.
📍 Mehrauli - 5🕌
Humayun's Tomb
India's first garden tomb in red sandstone and white marble — the design that inspired the Taj Mahal. A UNESCO site.
📍 Nizamuddin - 6🛍️
Chandni Chowk
A 17th-century Mughal market — narrow lanes of spices, jewellery, fabric and legendary street food.
📍 Old Delhi - 7🛕
Akshardham Temple
An intricately carved pink-sandstone and marble temple complex with a musical-fountain show and culture exhibits.
📍 East Delhi - 8🕌
Jama Masjid
One of India's largest mosques, built by Shah Jahan — climb a minaret for sweeping views over Old Delhi.
📍 Old Delhi
Things to do in Delhi
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3 Delhi hotels our team picked for you
Selected from real reviews — one per budget tier, each with a score and instant 3-site price comparison
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🚆 Getting around Delhi
From IGI Airport
The Airport Express Metro reaches the centre in ~20 min (max fare ₹60), stopping at Aerocity, Shivaji Stadium (CP) and New Delhi. Uber/Ola take 25–40 min (a ~₹150 airport charge applies).
Delhi Metro
Clean, punctual and citywide — the best way to beat the traffic. Buy a Smart Card or token; signage is in English.
Uber / Ola
The easiest ride-hailing apps — fixed prices, no haggling, ideal at night or with luggage.
Auto-rickshaw
Yellow-and-green three-wheelers, good for short hops. Agree a price first or ask for the meter, and beware shop detours.
Car with driver
Popular for the Golden Triangle — Agra (Taj Mahal) is 233 km and Jaipur 273 km away, far easier than public transport.
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See this city's guide →Frequently asked — where to stay in Delhi
Where should I stay in Delhi for a first visit?+
Connaught Place (CP) is ideal — central, safe, well connected by Metro and close to the main sights. Backpackers head to Paharganj, while South Delhi offers a calmer, cleaner, leafier base.
When is the best time to visit Delhi?+
October to March, when days are pleasant (~24°C, dropping to ~9°C at night). Avoid the heavy smog of late November to January, and skip the summer (Apr–Jun) when temperatures top 45°C.
How many days do I need, and can I add the Taj Mahal?+
Two to three days covers Delhi's highlights, then you can roll straight into the Golden Triangle — Agra (Taj Mahal) is 233 km away and Jaipur 273 km. A car with driver or express train is the easiest way to continue.
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