Crowne Plaza New Delhi

This contemporary hotel is a 6-minute walk from the New Ashok Nagar metro stop, 10 km from Humayun's Tomb, a 16th-century structure in formal gardens, and 12 km from the National Zoological Park Delhi.

The chic rooms with dark wood furnishings and floor-to-ceiling windows also feature free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs and minibars. All have desks, and tea and coffeemaking facilities. Suites add sitting areas. Club level suites offer access to a lounge serving evening cocktails.

A refined restaurant overlooks a patio sitting area. There's also a cosy bar. Other amenities include a spa with a steam room and a sauna, plus an outdoor pool and a gym.