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#SomeGoodNews: You Can Once Again Check Into Your Favourite Luxury Hotel In Delhi

Hotels in New Delhi are ready to usher in guests with utmost precaution. Check out these luxury hotels in the capital city that are reopening.

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By: Bayar Jain Published: Aug 24, 2020 05:00 PM IST

#SomeGoodNews: You Can Once Again Check Into Your Favourite Luxury Hotel In Delhi
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Travellers, the wait is finally over as hotels in New Delhi have flung their doors wide open again, ready to usher in guests with utmost precaution. Check out these luxury hotels in the capital city that are reopening. By Bayar Jain

1. The Oberoi, New Delhi

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Backed with an 80-years’ worth of experience in the hospitality industry, Oberoi Hotels & Resorts’ New Delhi property is back with renewed safety measures, starting August 24. In keeping up with the WHO and government-issued guidelines, the hotel is further enhancing hygiene and safety standards by partnering with Bureau Veritas, the world leader in testing, inspection and certification services, to validate and review the measures undertaken. A contactless technology, for guests and staff, has been introduced at all frontiers like checking in, dining, or in-room facilities, while a state-of-the-art air purification system has been installed all around the property. To further elevate the experience, members of the Oberoi One loyalty programme can avail an additional 10 per cent savings and more.

2. The Leela Palace New Delhi

Hotels Reopening New Delhi

From sanitisation of cars before and after every pickup and drop, to mandatory temperature checks before you enter the hotel, The Leela Palace New Delhi is awaiting guests with open arms starting August 24. As an added layer of precautions, they have also introduced SURAKSHA by The Leela in partnership with Bureau Veritas India which not only builds on the hotel’s existing rigorous cleaning protocols, but is also aimed at elevating sanitisation, hygiene and safety procedures to deliver a safe environment for guests and associates. The use of personal protective gear (PPE) for all associates; rigorous deep cleaning and application of disinfectants; deployment of a task force under the guidance of their partners and a dedicated hygiene manager; and use of hospital-grade for sanitation are some of the various measures they have adopted.

3. Andaz Delhi

Hotels Have Reopened In New Delhi

With a commitment to offer experiences replete with guest wellbeing, this lifestyle hotel in aerocity has outlined all safety protocols in conjunction with Government guidelines. To further enhance hygiene and safety standards, they have also partnered with Global Biorisk Advisory Council (GBAC), that focuses on establishing hotel environments that are safe, sanitary and healthy. They now offer two forms of check-in: through the World of Hyatt mobile app, or via an online web portal. Additionally, QR codes have been enabled at various touch-points in the hotel, including television screens in guest rooms, hotel lobby, venue entrance point, among others. Additionally, customised QR code-driven ordering system, cashless invoicing and billing has been set up for guests as well.

4. The Lodhi

 

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Equipped with a newly designed ‘Stay Safe Assurance’ programme to elevate health, hygiene and safety standards, The Lodhi is now open for room reservations. Their all-encompassing approach includes enhanced safety and cleanliness measures across all touchpoints of the hotel. The property has also announced its commitment to achieving the Global Biorisk Advisory Council STAR Accreditation — the gold standard for prepared facilities; as well as the WELL Health-Safety Rating by the International WELL Building Institute (IWBI). Moreover, when here, guests can indulge in an array of food, courtesy Elan and in-room dining options. The salon, too, is functional.

5. JW Marriott New Delhi Aerocity

 

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Starting August 23, the luxury accommodation will once again invite guests to its abode. While the opulence remains unaltered, the stay option at the hotel will now be completely contactless, owing to the use of mobile check-ins, contactless in-room ordering and laundry. Payment, too, will take the same ‘zero-touch’ avatar, as will the buffet-on-table experience at the hotel’s food theatre, K3. Social distancing norms as laid out by the government will also be adhered to, with all high-traffic areas being constantly sanitised using electrostatic sprayers.

6. Roseate House

Hotels Reopening New Delhi

With 216 plus rooms to offer paired with some of the finest dining options in the capital with Kheer, DEL, Chidya Ghar and Roasted by Roseate, this FSSC certified hotel assures its guests of the best hygiene standards and food safety practices. Mandatory temperature checks, regular sanitation, protocol training, and temporary closure of high-risk places like spas, pools and gyms are some of the measures taken by the hotel. A staggered room allocation with a 24 hours gap between occupancy will also be maintained. Apart from the sanitation works, guests can even see their meals being prepared under the ‘live kitchen access’ option for added security.

7. PullmanNovotel New Delhi Aerocity

 

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With the assurance of Accor’s global ALLSAFE standard—a certification of heightened safety, hygiene, and preventive measures—along with campaigns like ‘Let Us Take Care Of You’ to make staycations seem more alluring than they already are, Pullman-Novotel New Delhi Aerocity opened their doors on August 24. 

8. Hyatt Regency Delhi

Hotels Have Reopened In New Delhi

Aware of the need to put guest safety centre-stage, Hyatt Regency Delhi is reopening their rooms, restaurants, and Salon as per government norms. These measures, however, are not limited to just cleanliness, social distancing, temperature checks, and provision of PPE kits, but also extend to include enhances digital amenities and features for ‘Less Contact, More Care.’

9. Shangri-La’s – Eros Hotel

Hotels Have Reopened In New Delhi

Shangri-La’s – Eros Hotel reopened its doors on August 22 with a renewed zeal to enthral guests in their luxurious haven. Not only can guests opt for a stay at the hotel, but they can also enjoy South-east Asian, Indian, and European foods at Tamra; regional Indian delicacies paired with freshly brewed beverages at Mister Chai; and a leisurely dinner at Shang Palace. An assurance of a safe environment with enhanced protocols—as laid down by WHO and the group’s global safety program—permeates in every space of the hotel. To ascertain implementation of these practices, Diversey, a leading global hygiene solutions provider has partnered with the hotel. Deep-cleaning of high touch surfaces, use of medical grade sanitisers approved by United States Environmental Protection Agency, frequent cleaning of air filters, enhanced food safety practices, and physical distancing are some of the many steps undertaken here.

10. The Park New Delhi

 

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Starting August 20, this urban oasis is welcoming guests with the same cordiality as before, but with an added dose of cautiousness this time. A gold certified program, S.H.I.E.L.D has been introduced to facilitate the hotel in taking a more stringent approach towards sanitisation and hygiene standards. Every team member has undergone mandatory training through online and offline modes, while strict guidelines as laid out by the authorities and government are also being adhered to.

11. Radisson Blu Plaza Delhi Airport

 

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#RadissonCare summarises all that this upscale property has laid out for returning guests. From sanitised and disinfected areas to passing the Cleaning & Disinfection Assessment by SGS—an inspection, verification, testing, and certification company—they’re leaving no stones unturned. Picture latest infrared thermometers, sanitisers in abundance, contactless payments, no touch check ins, and periodic sanitisations.

12. The Imperial New Delhi

 

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The Imperial New Delhi has recently reopened its gates for public on October 16, with a newly launched safety programme called, I Care- A wellness initiative by The Imperial, for post pandemic hygiene and well-being of its guests and associates. Along with offering a luxurious stay once again, the hotel is also inviting you to dine at its restaurants, including, 1911, The Spice Route and San Gimignano. “As we re-opened the doors with our commitment of ‘I Care- a wellness initiative by The Imperial’, we were delighted to welcome our very first guest Siddharth Roy Kapur with a safe, secure & the impeccable Imperial experience, we are known for #theimperialnow #theimperialexperience,” it said in a tweet.

13. Le Meridien New Delhi

 

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Replete with in-house and outside experts in food and water safety; hygiene and infection prevention; and hotel operations as part of the Marriott Global Cleanliness Council, New Delhi’s centrally-located Le Meridien hotel has rolled out a multi-pronged approach to elevate cleanliness standards for their returning patrons. Deep sanitisation technologies and cleaning regimes aside, a ‘Commitment to Clean’ has also been adopted for detailed care. Although minimal in-room amenities will be provided, a diverse array of new amenities that will include sanitisers, wipes, masks, and contactless menus will be found in abundance. Speaking about the same, Meena Bhatia, General Manager and Vice President, Le Meridien New Delhi says, “We are ensuring that we follow and respect the guidelines of the Government of India, not only in terms of social distancing and hygiene but also comply with the new food safety guidelines of FSSAI.”

14. ibis New Delhi Aerocity

 

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An ALLSAFE certification awarded by Accor hotels, implying the hotel’s assurance to stringent safety and cleanliness measures, backs this vibrant accommodation which reopened on August 21. Elevated hygiene protocols aside, their new work@ibis offer for working professionals, and ongoing ‘Let Us Take Care Of You’ campaign for staycations makes this an even more alluring option.

15. Crowne Plaza New Delhi Okhla

Hotels Have Reopened In New Delhi

Enhanced cleanliness and safety measures with IHG Ways of Clean (a cleanliness programme developed in partnership with Cleveland Clinic, Ecolab and Diversey)  accompany Crowne Plaza New Delhi’s reopening on August 25. The hotel will operate all guest rooms; the all day dining restaurant, Edesia; the patisserie, French Heart; and the meeting and banquet venues. Staff training, use of PPE and hospital-grade disinfectants, frequent deep cleaning, revised seating arrangements to ensure physical distancing, and reliance on digital menus and payments are some of the many measures undertaken. An bouquet of additional offerings such as an intimate wedding project—replete with dinner, decor, and customised wedding options; theme-based home catering and food services; immunity booster menus; rental office spaces; and laundry services are also available.

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Bayar Jain

Bayar Jain

Senior Content Manager

Equipped with a degree in Sociology (Honours) from the University of Delhi and a postgraduate diploma in English Journalism and Mass Communication from Xavier Institute of Communications, Mumbai, Bayar enjoys sharing stories of people, places, and different cultures. When not typing her travel tales, you can catch the hobbyist photographer capturing ..Read More

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