Where to Stay in New Delhi: Areas and Recommended Hotels (2026)
Delhi is the gateway to India and almost always the first and last stop of the trip. It is huge, chaotic and fascinating: Mughal mosques, the bazaars of Old Delhi and colonial avenues in the New. For travellers one thing matters above all: sleeping near a metro station, because that makes the city manageable.
How to Get to New Delhi
Delhi has India’s biggest airport and is the natural starting point of the Golden Triangle. This is how you arrive and leave:
✈️Indira Gandhi Airport (DEL) — about 16 km from the centre. From Terminal 3 the Airport Express metro runs to New Delhi station in ~20 min.
🚕By taxi from the airport to the centre it takes between 40 min and 1 h 30, depending on traffic. It is best to book ahead or use the prepaid taxi counter.
🚆New Delhi station (right next to Paharganj): trains to Agra in ~2 h and to Jaipur in ~4 h 30.
🚆Hazrat Nizamuddin station: this is where the Gatimaan Express leaves from, the fastest train to Agra (~1 h 40).
🚇The metro is clean, cheap and signposted in English: it is the best way to get around the city.
🚗By road: Agra is about 3 h 30 away via the Yamuna Expressway and Jaipur about 5 h. The usual choice is to hire a car with a driver.
The 3 Areas to Stay in New Delhi
1. Paharganj Cheap and central
Delhi’s backpacker district, right by New Delhi station and one metro stop from Connaught Place. It is noisy and messy — Main Bazaar street is an anthill of shops, cows and horns — but it has the best value-for-money hotels in the city and puts you minutes from the train to Agra and Jaipur. The best ones are on quiet side streets: the contrast between the street and the reception surprises almost everyone.
2. Connaught Place The most comfortable
The colonial centre of New Delhi: a great circle of white buildings with arcades, shops, cafés and restaurants, and Rajiv Chowk metro station, where the two main lines cross. It is tidier and safer than Paharganj, and more expensive. Ideal if it is your first trip to India and you want to go out for a walk at night without any worries.
3. Aerocity, next to the airport For arriving or departing
Aerocity is a district of chain hotels 5 minutes from the airport, with its own Airport Express metro station. There is little to see, but it is the best option for the first night if you arrive in the small hours, or for the last if your flight leaves early. Beware of the cheap hotels in the neighbouring area of Mahipalpur: several post photos that are not real.
7 recommended hotels in New Delhi
A selection spread across areas and budgets, with a good reputation among travellers and real photos of each property. Indicative prices per night for a double room, in US dollars.
Hotel Ajanta ⭐⭐⭐
≈ US$ 46
Paharganj, opposite New Delhi station
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A Paharganj classic with a colonial air, 500 m from New Delhi station. Well-kept rooms, two restaurants, station pick-up included and — depending on the rate — airport pick-up too. Many guests come back.
Next to the train to Agra and Jaipur
Staff much praised and a good breakfast
Street-facing rooms are noisy
The surroundings impress on arrival
What it costs per night, month by month (US$)
Indicative price per night, in a double room for 2 people
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The priciest is November (around US$ 67 a night), and the cheapest June (around US$ 37: 45% less).
Public price per night, taxes included, for 2 people. 2 consecutive nights are tested; if none are available, the 1-night price is shown (in red, low availability). The price is per room, not per person. Rates change: confirm the one for your dates before you book.
I went back to the Ajanta because I had stayed before and knew it would not disappoint me. Everything spotlessly clean, comfortable, cosy rooms, a varied breakfast and very friendly staff.
Marta · Jul 2026
10100% recommended
Everything was great: the airport pick-up, the breakfast and the location. I will definitely be back.
Fernando · May 2026
10Exceptional
A very good alternative near the railway station. The restaurant is delicious and they treat you to saffron tea. Our reservation included the transfer from the airport. Very clean rooms.
Duran · Feb 2025
8Recommended hotel
Good buffet breakfast, good location and very friendly, efficient service. The room facing the street was noisy.
Carlos · Nov 2024
Real reviews from verified guests, shortened and translated from Spanish for this guide. A selection of 4 out of 2,039.
Hotel Namaste Hindustan ⭐⭐⭐⭐
≈ US$ 77
Paharganj, one minute from New Delhi station
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A new, modern hotel set right in the middle of Paharganj: the contrast between the street and the interior is total. White, spotless rooms, very comfortable beds and a team that arranges transfers and excursions.
Everything new and very clean
A few steps from the train to Agra
The car cannot reach the door
The surroundings are chaotic
What it costs per night, month by month (US$)
Indicative price per night, in a double room for 2 people
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The priciest is November (around US$ 131 a night), and the cheapest May (around US$ 45: 66% less).
Public price per night, taxes included, for 2 people. 2 consecutive nights are tested; if none are available, the 1-night price is shown (in red, low availability). The price is per room, not per person. Rates change: confirm the one for your dates before you book.
The friendliness of the staff, the excellent location and everything spotless.
María · Aug 2026
10Excellent place
Very nice, in the middle of the chaos of New Delhi. I booked the airport transfer and they came out to meet me and carry my bags, because the car cannot get all the way to the hotel. Practically everything is new.
Marcos · Oct 2025
10Excellent location
Excellent hotel, service and courtesy. The bed was spectacular and the pillows very comfortable. The contrast with what is around it is hard to understand.
Nicolás · Jul 2025
9Good place to stop over
Very attentive staff and a good location if you are taking the train at New Delhi afterwards. The area is very busy, but the hotel is quiet.
Pedro · Aug 2025
Real reviews from verified guests, shortened and translated from Spanish for this guide. A selection of 4 out of 2,796.
Horizon by La Riqueza ⭐⭐⭐⭐
≈ US$ 80
Paharganj, on a quiet side street
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A very new hotel on a quiet street 20 metres from the avenue, with carefully designed rooms, comfortable beds and air conditioning that works well. Breakfast is served in the room.
New, quiet and very clean
Good value for money
No dining room for breakfast
Still a few details to finish
What it costs per night, month by month (US$)
Indicative price per night, in a double room for 2 people
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OctNovDecJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSep
The priciest is November (around US$ 80 a night), and the cheapest October (around US$ 51: 36% less).
Public price per night, taxes included, for 2 people. 2 consecutive nights are tested; if none are available, the 1-night price is shown (in red, low availability). The price is per room, not per person. Rates change: confirm the one for your dates before you book.
The perfect location and very good quality rooms. Very comfortable beds. It is 20 metres from the main street, on a very quiet and safe road.
David · Sep 2026
10Exceptional
Clean, comfortable beds and no noise. Professional staff.
Rubén · Jun 2026
8Lovely new hotel
It is very new and still has a few things to finish. Lovely and very well located, 100 metres from an avenue along a very quiet street, which lets you sleep well. The staff are very attentive.
Clara · Feb 2026
9New facilities
Very new and clean hotel, in a good location.
Catalina · Feb 2026
Real reviews from verified guests, shortened and translated from Spanish for this guide. A selection of 4 out of 1,076.
Hotel Palace Heights ⭐⭐⭐
≈ US$ 86
Connaught Place, one block from the metro
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In one of the colonial buildings of the Connaught Place circle, less than a block from the metro. Warmly styled rooms, a good breakfast and the Zaffran restaurant, highly recommended by guests.
Unbeatable location in the centre
Very good restaurant on site
Rooms a little small
The wifi is weak
What it costs per night, month by month (US$)
Indicative price per night, in a double room for 2 people
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OctNovDecJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSep
The priciest is October (around US$ 94 a night), and the cheapest April (around US$ 76: 19% less).
Public price per night, taxes included, for 2 people. 2 consecutive nights are tested; if none are available, the 1-night price is shown (in red, low availability). The price is per room, not per person. Rates change: confirm the one for your dates before you book.
Very good standard in the room and bathroom. Breakfast fine, though somewhat limited. Good location and very friendly staff.
Gonzalo · Jun 2026
9Good value for money
The location is very good, very central, with all kinds of shops and restaurants around. The room and bathroom a good size, the staff very helpful and the breakfast great.
Manuel · May 2025
8Very good location
Very good location and restaurant. The room a little small for two people.
Gustavo · Feb 2025
8Pricey but well located
The location is spectacular: the area is a shopping centre with everything, and the metro is less than a block away. Very attentive staff.
Bárbara · Nov 2023
Real reviews from verified guests, shortened and translated from Spanish for this guide. A selection of 4 out of 958.
UDS Villa ⭐⭐⭐⭐
≈ US$ 88
Quiet street, 5 min on foot from Connaught Place
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A small hotel on a quiet residential street, the same one as the Instituto Cervantes, a few minutes’ walk from Connaught Place and from the metro station for the airport. Rooms with balcony and a good breakfast.
Quiet at night
Metro to the airport in 5 min
A bit pricey for what it offers
Simple breakfast
What it costs per night, month by month (US$)
Indicative price per night, in a double room for 2 people
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OctNovDecJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSep
The priciest is February (around US$ 152 a night), and the cheapest March (around US$ 76: 50% less).
Public price per night, taxes included, for 2 people. 2 consecutive nights are tested; if none are available, the 1-night price is shown (in red, low availability). The price is per room, not per person. Rates change: confirm the one for your dates before you book.
A good hotel on a quiet street a couple of steps from Connaught Place. You cannot hear any outside noise at night.
Sara · Aug 2026
9Great and very well situated
The breakfast is great and the hotel is 7 minutes from the metro stop that takes you to the airport, and very close to Connaught Place.
Ángel · Jul 2025
9Good location from the airport
We were able to leave our bags with no problem between stays. The nearest metro station, a 5-minute walk away, is on the line that goes to the airport. A little pricey for what it offers.
José · Mar 2024
Real reviews from verified guests, shortened and translated from Spanish for this guide. A selection of 3 out of 885.
Aloft New Delhi Aerocity ⭐⭐⭐⭐
≈ US$ 140
Aerocity, 2 km from the airport
RoomRoom with two bedsPool
A modern chain hotel in Aerocity, with a pool, gym and several restaurants, minutes from the terminal and the metro. A safe bet for the first or last night of the trip.
Minutes from the airport
Clean, quiet and with a pool
More expensive than in the centre
Little to see in the area
What it costs per night, month by month (US$)
Indicative price per night, in a double room for 2 people
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OctNovDecJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSep
The priciest is February (around US$ 255 a night), and the cheapest January (around US$ 114: 55% less).
Public price per night, taxes included, for 2 people. 2 consecutive nights are tested; if none are available, the 1-night price is shown (in red, low availability). The price is per room, not per person. Rates change: confirm the one for your dates before you book.
The location, close to the airport, to fly early the next day without suffering Delhi’s traffic. Good restaurant and a good pool.
Rafael · Aug 2026
10The staff make the difference
The facilities are great and the breakfast excellent, varied and complete. From the entrance you feel welcome.
Eduardo · Jul 2026
10Perfect
Impeccable hotel. Huge room with every comfort and a giant bed. It is the second time I have stayed: it is a safe bet.
Nicole · Apr 2026
Real reviews from verified guests, shortened and translated from Spanish for this guide. A selection of 3 out of 3,044.
Holiday Inn New Delhi Aerocity ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
≈ US$ 162
Aerocity, 3 km from the airport
FaçadeRoomPool
A big, reliable hotel in Aerocity, with a pool, spa, gym and one of the most praised breakfasts in Delhi. They store your luggage if you have to come back for your flight.
Very complete breakfast
Metro and airport minutes away
High price
Check-in can take a while
What it costs per night, month by month (US$)
Indicative price per night, in a double room for 2 people
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The priciest is February (around US$ 320 a night), and the cheapest August (around US$ 133: 58% less). Months marked with “·” do not have a published rate yet.
Public price per night, taxes included, for 2 people. 2 consecutive nights are tested; if none are available, the 1-night price is shown (in red, low availability). The price is per room, not per person. Rates change: confirm the one for your dates before you book.
Very good service, excellent options for eating and comfortable rooms. The luggage storage service was impeccable. Check-in took a little while.
Luciano · Jul 2026
10Excellent between one trip and the next
Being close to the metro and the airport is excellent. I was able to leave my suitcase in storage.
Vistara · Aug 2026
10Excellent and luxurious
The breakfast was super complete, with options for everyone, something hard to find in India. Very friendly staff and a location a few minutes from the airport.
Antonella · Aug 2025
Real reviews from verified guests, shortened and translated from Spanish for this guide. A selection of 3 out of 7,119.
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Get the rest of your trip ready
Delhi is the start of the Golden Triangle: this is where the trains and cars with drivers leave for Agra (Taj Mahal) and Jaipur. The most convenient thing is to book your airport transfer before you arrive: outside the terminal the taxi scene is chaotic.
Delhi can be seen in two or three days: Old Delhi with the Red Fort and the Jama Masjid mosque, Humayun’s Tomb, the Qutub Minar and India Gate. Many travellers also head out from here to the Taj Mahal on a day trip. These are the most booked activities:
Top-rated excursions in New Delhi
Based on traveler reviews, with the rating converted to a 10-point scale. Tap one to see prices and book.
The most popular things to see and do in New Delhi
Old Delhi and Chandni Chowk — the city’s oldest bazaar, best explored by rickshaw.
Red Fort and Jama Masjid — the Mughal fortress and the largest mosque in India.
Humayun’s Tomb — a World Heritage site, the forerunner of the Taj Mahal.
Qutub Minar — the tallest brick minaret in the world, in the south of the city.
India Gate and Rajpath — the monumental axis of British New Delhi.
Lotus Temple and Akshardham — Delhi’s contemporary religious architecture.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which Area Is Best to Stay in Delhi?
In Connaught Place if it is your first trip and you want maximum comfort; in Paharganj if you want the best price and to be next to the railway station; in Aerocity only for the first or last night, because of its proximity to the airport.
How do I get from the airport to the centre?
By the Airport Express metro from Terminal 3 to New Delhi station (~20 min), or by a taxi booked in advance (40 min to 1 h 30 depending on traffic). Avoid the people who offer you a taxi inside the terminal.
Is Paharganj safe?
It is chaotic but very much used to travellers. The recommended hotels are on quiet side streets. What is worth doing: do not accept “help” from strangers at the station, or tours offered to you in the street.
How many days should I stay in Delhi?
Two full days are enough for the essentials (Old Delhi, Humayun’s Tomb, Qutub Minar, India Gate). Many people add one more night at the end of the trip, before the flight home.
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