It’s the most coveted address in New Delhi, and not just for being amongst the city’s top-ranking accommodations for travellers. The Imperial New Delhi, located in a premier spot on Janpath, formerly Queensway, in Lutyens Delhi has made its name as a hotel-of-choice for meetings and conferences from back in the day.
An Epic Legacy
The Imperial’s legacy, as a meetings and conferences destination, is empowered by its status for holding some of the most important gatherings of the top political luminaries in India, when talks were on at the time of the country’s Independence and Partition. The Imperial has played host to the likes of Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru, Mahatma Gandhi, Muhammad Ali Jinnah, and Lord Mountbatten, who met here to discuss the Partition of India and the creation of Pakistan. Buried in its archives are numerous stories about those volatile days at the hotel when undivided India was at the crossroads of its most crucial state of affairs as a nation. Hotel lore has it that Pakistan was born in the Royal Ballroom of The Imperial.
The hotel's masterly handling of its guests in such volatile situations is testimony to its sensitised approach in serving as a host. This is beautifully illustrated by how its two sets of staircases were perfect to make sure that Nehru and Jinnah could use these separately and manage to avoid an awkward face-to-face at the hotel!
Mice Magic
Empowered by its adeptness at running things smoothly for meetings and conferences, size notwithstanding, The Imperial continues to ride high as a MICE venue in New Delhi’s burgeoning MICE market. For The Imperial, a conference is more than just business, it becomes a unique experience in itself buttressed by its distinctive hospitality, luxurious venues, state-of the art conference amenities, level of personalised services, seamless coordination, quality of back-end support and exclusive privileges. Adding value to your meetings and conferences is at the very heart of this inspirational approach as a hotel of class and distinction.
The Imperial’s stature as a host in the ‘Land of Maharajas’, who was quite skilled at taking care of the needs of its royal patrons, speaks volumes about its quality of services, attention to detail and dedication to make guests feel truly royal. Back in the day its historic grounds served as a stage to display the grandeur of 85 Maharajas and Maharanis who had gathered here in all their regal splendour during the Royal Durbar.
While planning that crucial conference or meeting The Imperial, with its 192 rooms and 43 suite, excellent F&B outlets, a spa and luxurious meetings and conference rooms, certainly commands your attention as a host which aims to amplify your event with sophistication, comfort, and prestige—making every meeting not just productive, but truly memorable.
From intimate boardrooms to iconic meeting spaces, The Imperial today offers an excellent portfolio of venues complemented by impeccable service and exceptional value. You can elevate your corporate gatherings with a minimum of 100 attendees and unlock an exclusive bouquet of privileges designed to enhance both comfort and prestige.
The Royal Ballroom, with its monumental oil painting titled ‘The Durbar of the Nawab of Maler Kotla,’ portraying the opulence of the early 1900s, is one of the city’s best locations to host bespoke meetings and events. An idyllic fusion of stunning architecture, art and dedicated service with a menu to match, truly raises the bar.
Located on the 3rd floor of the hotel, Emily Eden & Hodges is split into two rooms and combines 1600 sq. ft. It’s perfect for select corporate events, or private events for 30-40 people.
Featuring India’s predominant architectural artworks, Daniell’s Tavern is ideal for small conferences and niche events. State-of-the-art meeting rooms can be found one level up from the lobby in a private, self-contained area. Serving both hotel and non-resident guests and combining modern amenities with unique architectural features, these can accommodate about 8 guests each.
Summer Breaks
On offer this summer are a few enticing Conference packages. For example, the Exclusive Day Conference Bundles are designed for groups of 75, 100, or 150 attendees, and serve up a delightful mix of timeless grandeur, modern amenities, and personalized services. You can enjoy complimentary rooms for seamless coordination, luxurious venues that inspire impactful conversations, and elevated signature experiences like the Regal Afternoon Tea Break. With special summer rates, VIP suite upgrades, and exclusive discounts at award-winning restaurants and bars, you are sure to carry back exclusive memories of a MICE experience at The Imperial.
Day Conference Bundle 75 offers: Two complimentary rooms on the day of the conference; the signature Afternoon High Tea – an elegant interlude in your agenda; special summer room rate for your attendees and guests; exclusive discount privilege across The Imperial’s award-winning Restaurants and Bars; 1 suite upgrade for your Conference VIP — offering space, privacy, and opulence; all-day refreshments to keep your gathering refreshed and inspired.
The state-of-the-art MICE venues provide the perfect setting for powerful conversations and elevated networking for those seeking the finest venues, exceptional privileges, and an experience that goes beyond the ordinary.
Day Conference Bundle 100 offers: 1 Complimentary Room on the day of the conference; the signature Afternoon High Tea – an elegant interlude in your agenda; special Summer Room Rates for your delegates; exclusive discounts at the award-winning Restaurants and Bars; 1 Junior suite upgrade for your Conference VIP – a gesture of distinction; Access to the iconic meeting venues, seamlessly blending history with contemporary sophistication.
The classy leisure-time amenities carry forward The Imperial’s commitment to experiential journeys of a unique kind. The Imperial’s nomination for the Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards 2025 in the ‘Hotels’ category, underpins its relentless pursuit of excellence in all its endeavours for guest comfort and ease. The Imperial Spa too has been nominated by Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards 2025 in the category of Destination Spas for its bespoke experiences which go beyond the ordinary. That its food and beverage outlets are not far behind is underscored by the nominations of The Spice Route and the iconic bar, Patiala Peg, for the Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards 2025.
Museum Musings
A unique aspect of The Imperial is its fantastic collection of 5,500 rare original prints and paintings by colonial artists dating between the late 17th and 18th centuries. It includes a lovely selection of works of the legendary Danielle brothers. This astonishing array of original engravings, lithographs, and paintings provides a unique window to India’s diverse culture, historical events and heritage.
Within its gleaming interiors, the hotel is like an open art gallery. These stunning exhibits beckon you to many nooks and corners, apart from appropriating space in its many passageways and rooms and suites. Your ‘artful’ journey begins from the moment you step into the charming lobby itself.
So, if you don’t get time from the conference to explore the city you can steep yourself in the delights of this amazing collection considered the largest of such art in the world. The man behind this treasure trove is no less a personage than The Imperial’s builder, Sardar Bahadur Ranjit Singh, an avid collector of art and memorabilia.
You are sure to be smitten by the seamless blending of hospitality and professional execution of the corporate events that you wish to host here. The complement of business services and leisure time options at the hotel are quite alluring, so don’t be surprised if you don’t feel like stirring out.