Taj Mahal, New Delhi, Mansingh Road (Lutyens' Delhi)
Taj Mahal, New Delhi is a 5-star IHCL (Taj) hotel on Mansingh Road in Lutyens' Delhi, with an outdoor pool, Jiva Spa and restaurants including House of Ming and Varq, about 16 km from Delhi airport.
Live rates and availability confirmed at booking. All prices indicative — updated June 2026.
Taj Mahal, New Delhi — quick facts
- Category: 5-Star hotel
- Price: Typically ₹20,000–40,000/night
- Check-in / out: 14:00 / 12:00
- Rooms: 271
- Distance to DEL airport: 16 km (~35 min by car)
- Nearest station: Khan Market (Violet Line) — 1.6 km (20 min walk)
Overview & History
The Taj Mahal, New Delhi — long known to Delhi residents as Taj Mansingh — opened in 1978 as the Taj group's first hotel in the capital. It sits on Number One, Mansingh Road, at the heart of Lutyens' Delhi, surrounded by tree-lined avenues, colonial-era bungalows and the seats of national government. The property completed an extensive room-by-room refurbishment in the early 2020s, with restaurants such as House of Ming reopening in new form in 2022, while retaining the address and reputation that made it a fixture of the city's diplomatic and social calendar. The reworked hotel offers a smaller, more spacious collection of rooms and suites than before, including a tier of luxury residences.
Run by Indian Hotels Company (IHCL), the hotel pairs the group's traditional service style with updated interiors. For more than four decades it has hosted visiting heads of state, business leaders and Delhi society, and it remains one of the most recognised luxury addresses in the centre of the city.
Location & Getting There
The hotel's Mansingh Road location places it within walking distance of India Gate and a short drive from Khan Market, Connaught Place and the city's main museums and government buildings. Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) is roughly 16 km away, typically a 35-minute drive depending on traffic; the hotel can arrange transfers on request. The nearest Metro is Khan Market on the Violet Line, around 1.6 km away, while Central Secretariat and Janpath stations are also within easy reach by car.
Because it sits in the high-security Lutyens' zone, the surrounding roads are calm, green and well-kept, which makes arrivals and departures straightforward even at busy times. The central position means most of the capital's headline attractions are within a few kilometres.
Rooms & Suites
Accommodation runs from Superior and Luxury Rooms through to Taj Club Rooms with lounge access, and a broad range of suites up to signature and presidential layouts. The refurbishment introduced contemporary furnishings, marble bathrooms and updated in-room technology while keeping the generous room sizes expected of a hotel of this generation. Club-tier guests receive breakfast, evening cocktails and dedicated check-in at the Taj Club Lounge. Higher floors look out over the greenery of central Delhi, and several suites offer separate living and dining areas suited to longer stays.
Dining
The hotel's restaurants are among its best-known features and draw Delhi diners in their own right. House of Ming serves Cantonese, Sichuan and Hunan cuisine and has been a city institution for decades. Varq offers modern Indian cooking with refined plating and is regularly listed among the capital's leading restaurants, while Machan handles all-day international dining and has been a favourite since 1978. The Emperor Lounge is the spot for afternoon tea and patisserie, Rick's is a long-standing cocktail bar known for its mixology, and Captain's Cellar holds the hotel's wine and cigar collection.
Amenities & Facilities
Guests have access to an outdoor swimming pool, the Jiva Spa with a menu of massages and treatments, and a 24-hour fitness centre. Other services include 24-hour in-room dining, a business centre, concierge and travel desk, valet parking, complimentary Wi-Fi and airport transfers on request. The combination of wellness, fine dining and a central location makes the hotel equally suited to business and leisure stays, and the rooftop terrace is a quiet spot to take in the surrounding skyline.
Meetings, Weddings & Events
The hotel has a long history of hosting diplomatic functions, corporate events and society weddings. Banquet and conference venues, supported by experienced in-house catering and event teams, handle gatherings from board meetings to large receptions. Its central address, security and pedigree make it a frequent choice for delegations, product launches and high-profile celebrations, and the event spaces can be configured for both formal seated dinners and larger standing functions.
The Neighbourhood
Staying here puts the landmarks of central Delhi within reach. India Gate and the surrounding lawns are about a kilometre away; Khan Market, one of the city's premier shopping and dining enclaves, is a short walk or drive. The National Gallery of Modern Art, Rashtrapati Bhavan, Lodhi Garden and Humayun's Tomb are all close by, as is Connaught Place to the north, making the hotel a practical base for sightseeing as well as business.
Who It's Best For
The Taj Mahal, New Delhi suits travellers who want a recognised luxury name in the most central part of the capital — diplomats and government visitors, leisure guests who value proximity to India Gate, and anyone planning fine dining or a special-occasion stay. Its banqueting pedigree and central position also make it a strong choice for weddings, corporate events and longer business visits to the city.
Taj Mahal, New Delhi — room types
| Room | What you get |
| Superior Room | Entry-level rooms with city or pool views, contemporary decor and marble bathrooms, refreshed in the recent refurbishment. |
| Luxury Room | More spacious rooms on higher floors, many overlooking the surrounding greens of Lutyens' Delhi. |
| Taj Club Room | Club-tier rooms with access to the Taj Club Lounge, including breakfast, evening cocktails and dedicated check-in. |
| Suites | A collection of suites ranging from Deluxe and Executive layouts to themed Signature and Presidential suites with separate living areas. |
Dining at Taj Mahal, New Delhi
| Outlet | Cuisine / type |
| Machan | All-day international dining |
| House of Ming | Cantonese, Sichuan and Hunan Chinese |
| Varq | Modern Indian |
| Emperor Lounge | Tea lounge and patisserie |
| Rick's | Cocktail bar |
| Captain's Cellar | Wine and cigar lounge |
What's near Taj Mahal, New Delhi
| Landmark | Distance | Approx. on foot |
| India Gate | 1.2 km | ~14 min walk |
| Khan Market | 1.5 km | ~18 min walk |
| National Gallery of Modern Art | 1.3 km | ~16 min walk |
| Rashtrapati Bhavan | 2.5 km | ~30 min walk |
| Connaught Place | 3 km | short taxi/auto |
| Humayun's Tomb | 4 km | short taxi/auto |
| Lodhi Garden | 2.5 km | ~30 min walk |
| Pragati Maidan | 3.5 km | short taxi/auto |
Distances are straight-line estimates; walking times assume roughly 12 minutes per km. Confirm routes locally.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is the Taj Mahal, New Delhi located?
It is on Number One, Mansingh Road, in Lutyens' Delhi, postal code 110011, close to India Gate and Khan Market.
How far is the Taj Mahal, New Delhi from Delhi airport?
Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) is about 16 km away, usually a 35-minute drive depending on traffic.
Is this the same as Taj Mansingh?
Yes. The hotel is officially Taj Mahal, New Delhi, but is widely known locally as Taj Mansingh after its Mansingh Road address.
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Standard check-in is from 2:00 pm and check-out is by 12:00 noon. Early check-in or late check-out can be requested subject to availability.
What are the best-known restaurants at the hotel?
House of Ming for Chinese, Varq for modern Indian and Machan for all-day international dining are the headline restaurants, alongside the Emperor Lounge and Rick's bar.
Which is the nearest Metro station?
Khan Market station on the Violet Line is the closest, roughly 1.6 km away; Central Secretariat and Janpath are also nearby.