The Le Meridien Hotel, Delhi – Personalized Hospitality in a Historic Setting
“You can’t blame gravity for falling in love”.
These words are the perfect introduction to this exquisite piece of luxury, The Le Meridien Hotel, Delhi.
As one of the world’s foremost cities, full of historic and cultural attractions and boasting a vast multicultural population and a thriving business center, Delhi provides everything the visitor could want in excess …
Fortunately, the Le Meridien Hotel, a long standing luxury hotel centrally located just steps from Rashtrapati Bhavan and the lush, green acres of India Gate has what you need and more, an oasis of sophisticated comfort, tranquility and personalized service that lets you enjoy the delights of this energetic metropolis without sacrificing your serenity.
Impressive Attention to Detail
I was so taken in with the attention to detail apparent in every aspect of my stay at the Le Meridien Hotel. The property itself has been home to the who’s who of the society since it opened, on 14th March 1988, the beautiful black glass building retains the feel of an old world modern charm, for which it was known for at the time it came up.
Warmth, Elegance and an Intimate Feel
Le Meridien’s staff will greet you by name , provide a warm welcome and special treats for you, keeping in mind small details like the wine you love etc furthering the impression that you’ve arrived at your own Delhi home each time you walk through the door. Fresh flowers, a fruit basket and confectionary topped off daily, and even soaked almonds left by the bedside by the turn-down service, were a few of the details that impress during the stay.
The hotel retains the intimate feel of a stately home with 358 guest rooms, 59 luxury suites and which are available for long-term stays. I stayed in the large and vibrant Luxury Suite, on th 19th floor, a charming space decorated with opulent fabrics in tones of gold, and I learnt that each of the hotel’s rooms, suites, apartments and common areas are individually designed to provide a unique experience for each guest.
Tarun Thakral
Tarun Thakral the COO of Le Meridien, Delhi is the person behind it’s unshakeable and strong foundation of the company since he joint in 1986.
Articulate, with a very pleasing personality, he shies away from the limelight making sure his work speaks for him. He also recently won the prestigious National Award for the most innovative / unique tourism project in India, for Heritage Transport Museum, which he owns and very passionately runs in Taoru – Gurgaon.
Meena Bhatia
One meeting with her and you’re bowled over by her simple grace and warm personality. A people’s person, she believes in building and sustaining relationships through professionalism and love. As the Vice President, Operations and Marketing and the GM of the Hotel, She’s also the solid reason for the success and consistency that Le Meridien is known for.
She enjoys traveling, to places that have character and history, the beauty of London sums it for her. Dining with family and friends , a cup of Green Tea , little nuggets of luxury within the folds of a busy routine, comprising her personal Luxe List.
Chef DK
Chef Davinder Kumar or Chef DK as he’s fondly called, is the VP Food Production, Le Meridien, Delhi. Under his direction, Le Meridien has seen some iconic spaces like Belvedere, which was a destination for the rich and famous in Its glory days with live bands and dancing. More recently he opened Eau De Monsoon, the Modern Indian restaurant which was helmed by celebrity Chef Opel Khan. Khan has managed several restaurants in Australia and has worked as a restaurant food consultant for many years. He is also the author of Sex in the Kitchen – a delectable book focusing on the food/sex association – with recipes designed to indulge the senses.
Monsoon Restaurant, Nero the Bar Lounge and a Fine Selection of Wines
The cozy atmosphere of Nero makes it is the ideal place to enjoy their signature cocktails, with a variety to choose from like the Rasberry Mojito ~ Rum, Chambord, Rasberries, Sparkling Water, Fresh Mint. Or the Spring Temptation ~ Vodka, Apricot Brandy, Lemon Juice, Earl Gray Tea, Sparkling wine. Also the Amore ~ Five Spices & honey infused Grappa, Spumante. Their wine list at Eau De Monsoon boasts of an impressive range of wines from which to select the reds, whites and bubbles to pair with your food and mood.
Chef DK whose career to date can only be described as impressive, and Meena Bhatia’s vision are the driving force for the food for Le Meridien. For the Monsoon restaurant he along with Chef Opel Khan has created a contemporary menu. He has deliberately limited the menu to include only the best in seasonal produce. A few examples to whet the appetite … Crab Mille feuille, Tandoori Broccoli, Goat Cheese and Cilantro stuffed Chicken, New Zealand Lamb Racks, Gulab Jamun Malai Cheese Cake etc.
Dining at the Le Meridien Hotel is every bit as luxurious as the rest of your stay, from the fine Modern Indian cuisine served in the glass paneled elegance of Monsoon’s five-star restaurant to the afternoon tea which can be enjoyed in the bright Atrium. For your nightly cocktail, visit the Henri’s Bar and enjoy the views and décor which are reminiscent of a gentlemen’s club or drawing room with Queen style & French style furniture signifying Lutyen’s Culture. On the walls grace article’s of hobbies of Mr. Henri like horse riding scenes and polo.
Presidential Suites with a Spectacular Panoramic View of Lutyens Delhi – Janpath, Connaught Place
On the 19th floor of the hotel, are the Presidential Suites offering unique views over Central Delhi. Served by a capsule glass elevator, the Suite (1278 sqft) offers a charming dining room alongside an office, leading into the salon with bay windows that extend an irresistible invitation to step out onto the spacious (56 sqft) Living Room with gigantic windows. Here, let your eyes linger over the beautiful Lutyens Delhi, her rooftops and monuments. In the foreground is Janpath with their elegant pathways and historic roadside shopping. A little further rises the Connaught Place, majestic. The 180° vista opens up a fascinating show: India Gate and theRaj Path, the Imperial Hotel, the White corridors of the blocks of Connaught Place.Bathed in light from the double aspect windows, the bedroom, with its light hues, majestic views, solid oak flooring, white damask linen, underlines the exceptional character of this suite.
2016
With its rich history and culture the marriage of the Starwood Group and Marriot, will warmly welcome guests after the official opening Summer 2016. (date TBA)
