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1. The Imperial
What is it: A stone’s throw from bustling Connaught Place, this luxury heritage hotel features swoon-worthy period decor reminiscent of a BBC miniseries—plus a much-acclaimed restaurant, The Spice Route.
Why go: The hotel’s invitation to “revel in the days of the Raj” may leave historians scratching their heads, but the majestic 1933-built property is well-worth a visit, if only just for afternoon tea.