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The Imperial Garden
Delhi, India, India
- 190+ guests
- 4.7
About The Imperial Garden
The Space
The Imperial Garden at The Imperial New Delhi is an open-air event lawn set within the storied grounds of one of Delhi's most celebrated heritage hotels. Framed by mature trees, manicured greenery, and the hotel's distinctive colonial-era architecture, the Garden offers an outdoor setting that is both grand and intimate — a rare combination in the heart of the capital. The property itself dates to 1931, and the Garden inherits that same sense of history and quiet elegance, providing a naturally scenic backdrop that reduces the need for elaborate décor. Whether bathed in daylight or lit under the stars, the space carries an atmosphere that purpose-built banquet halls simply cannot replicate.
The Garden's open-air character means the layout can be configured to suit a wide variety of event formats. From long banquet rows and round-table receptions to cocktail-style arrangements with scattered seating clusters, the flexibility of the lawn allows planners to shape the space around their vision rather than the other way around. The surrounding architecture, heritage landscaping, and the hotel's signature attention to detail ensure that even the perimeter of the venue contributes to the overall aesthetic.
Events & Occasions
The Imperial Garden is particularly well suited to outdoor weddings and wedding-adjacent celebrations — mehendi ceremonies, cocktail evenings, and sangeet nights all find a natural home here, where the open sky and lush surroundings add to the festive mood. Corporate clients also choose the Garden for product launches, gala dinners, and networking evenings where the prestige of The Imperial's address lends an immediate sense of occasion.
Social gatherings of all kinds — milestone birthdays, anniversary dinners, cultural evenings — benefit from the venue's blend of heritage character and professional event infrastructure. The Imperial's experienced banqueting and culinary teams support every booking, with the hotel's established reputation for service standards extending fully into events held in the Garden. Catering draws on The Imperial's in-house kitchens, which are known for multi-cuisine offerings capable of serving both Indian and international menus.
Location & Accessibility
The Imperial New Delhi sits on Janpath, one of central Delhi's most recognisable thoroughfares, placing the Garden in an exceptionally well-connected location. Janpath runs parallel to Connaught Place, Delhi's commercial hub, and the hotel is within easy reach of India Gate, Rashtrapati Bhavan, and the diplomatic enclave of Chanakyapuri. For guests arriving by metro, the nearest station is Janpath on the Airport Express–linked Blue Line corridor, making access straightforward for attendees coming from across the city or directly from Indira Gandhi International Airport.
For international guests and out-of-town delegates, the hotel's own accommodation — spanning multiple room and suite categories — means event attendees can stay on-site, eliminating the logistics of coordinating transport from external hotels. Valet and on-site parking options support guests who arrive by road, and the hotel's central position ensures that major landmarks, government offices, and luxury shopping destinations are all within a short distance.
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VRLuxury Suite
This spacious suite is comprised of 1 living room, 1 separate bedroom and 1 bathroom with a bath and bathrobes. The unit offers 2 beds.
VRGrand Heritage Room
Large room with garden views and a colonial layout. It comes with a 32-inch flat-screen cable TV, minibar and tea/coffee-making facilities. Includes a…
VRHeritage King room
Large room with garden views. It comes with a 32-inch flat-screen cable TV, minibar and tea/coffee-making facilities.
VRArt Deco Suite
Suite with contemporary decor, terrace garden/pool views and a living area. Includes a Bang & Olufsen TV and large windows.
VRImperial King Room
Room is fitted with colonial style interiors, a 32-inch flat-screen cable TV and minibar. Bathrobes, toiletries and a hairdryer are provided.
VRHeritage Twin room
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VRRoyal Imperial Suite
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VRHeritage Suite
Suite with Courtyard View. Includes a Bang & Olufsen TV and DVD player in the living area.
VRGrand Heritage + Heritage King Interconnected
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VRGrand Heritage + Heritage Suite Interconnected
Enjoying plenty of natural light with garden views, they offer open-plan living space tailor-made for entertaining friends and family. The rooms provi…
VRGrand Heritage + Imperial Room Interconnected
Guests appreciate the uniquely designed living and work space that measure 34.4 Sq. meter. Equally suited to business, leisure and family travel, the…
VRImperial Twin Room
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Imperial Garden is well suited to a broad range of events, including outdoor weddings, mehendi ceremonies, sangeet nights, cocktail receptions, corporate gala dinners, product launches, and social celebrations such as milestone birthdays and anniversary dinners. Its open-air setting and heritage surroundings make it particularly popular for wedding-related functions. Prospective hosts should contact The Imperial's events team directly to discuss the suitability of the space for their specific occasion.
Exact capacity figures for The Imperial Garden depend on the seating configuration and event format chosen — banquet-style arrangements, cocktail layouts, and theatre-style setups all accommodate different numbers of guests. For precise capacity information tailored to your event type, it is best to reach out to The Imperial's banqueting team directly.
The Imperial Garden is an open-air, outdoor event lawn set within the grounds of The Imperial New Delhi. It is framed by mature trees, manicured greenery, and the hotel's colonial-era architecture, giving it a naturally scenic character distinct from the hotel's indoor banquet spaces.
As an open-air venue, The Imperial Garden is subject to weather conditions, and event planners should discuss contingency arrangements with the hotel's events team at the time of booking. The Imperial has extensive indoor banquet and event spaces within the hotel that may serve as alternatives if required. Specific weather policies and backup options should be confirmed directly with the banqueting team.
Yes, The Imperial New Delhi's in-house culinary team supports events held at the Garden, with the hotel's kitchens known for multi-cuisine menus spanning Indian and international offerings. Hosts should liaise with the banqueting team to discuss menu customisation, dietary requirements, and service style. Whether outside catering is permitted should be confirmed with the hotel directly, as policies can vary.
The Imperial Garden is part of The Imperial New Delhi, situated on Janpath in central Delhi — one of the city's most recognisable and well-connected thoroughfares. Guests travelling by metro can use the Janpath station, and those arriving from Indira Gandhi International Airport can reach the hotel via the Airport Express-linked Blue Line. The hotel's Janpath address also places it within easy reach of Connaught Place, India Gate, and the diplomatic enclave of Chanakyapuri.
The Imperial New Delhi offers parking facilities for guests, and valet services are associated with the hotel's operations. For specific details about parking capacity, valet arrangements, and any applicable charges during events, it is advisable to confirm directly with the hotel's events or guest services team.
Yes, The Imperial New Delhi is a full-service hotel with multiple room and suite categories available, allowing event attendees to stay on-site. This is particularly convenient for destination weddings, multi-day corporate events, or occasions with a significant number of out-of-town guests. Room block arrangements or group rates should be discussed with the hotel's reservations team at the time of event planning.
The Imperial Garden is especially well regarded for wedding-related functions, including receptions, mehendi ceremonies, sangeet nights, and cocktail evenings. Its open-air setting, lush greenery, and the backdrop of the hotel's 1931 heritage architecture create a naturally photogenic environment. The hotel's banqueting and service teams have extensive experience managing multi-function wedding programmes.
As an outdoor event space, AV and technical setups at The Imperial Garden — such as sound systems, lighting rigs, and projection equipment — are typically arranged on an event-by-event basis. The hotel's experienced events team coordinates these requirements, and hosts should share their technical specifications when making an enquiry. Specific equipment availability and any third-party supplier arrangements should be confirmed with the banqueting team.
Being an open-air space within a heritage hotel in central Delhi, sound levels at The Imperial Garden may be subject to local municipal noise regulations and the hotel's own operational guidelines. Event planners hosting evening functions with live music or DJ setups should discuss permissible sound levels and cut-off times with the hotel's events team in advance.
The Imperial New Delhi was established in 1931, and the Garden sits within grounds that reflect the property's Art Deco and colonial architectural heritage. Mature trees and heritage landscaping form the natural boundary of the space, meaning the venue's visual character requires less supplementary décor than a blank-canvas hall. Many hosts find that the existing setting serves as a distinctive backdrop for photography and ambiance.
Yes, the open-air lawn format of The Imperial Garden allows for a variety of layout configurations, including banquet-style seating, round-table receptions, cocktail arrangements, and hybrid setups. The flexibility of the space means it can be adapted around the host's vision rather than a fixed floor plan. The hotel's banqueting team works with event organisers to plan layouts that best suit the guest count and occasion.
Given The Imperial New Delhi's standing as one of Delhi's most sought-after heritage venues, the Garden is likely to book up well in advance, particularly for peak wedding and festive seasons. It is generally advisable to begin enquiries as early as possible — ideally several months ahead — to secure a preferred date. Specific availability should be confirmed directly with the hotel's events and banqueting team.
Prospective hosts can initiate the booking process by contacting The Imperial New Delhi's events or banqueting team directly through the hotel's official website at theimperialindia.com. The team typically works with clients to understand guest count, event format, catering preferences, and technical requirements before preparing a tailored proposal. Pricing will vary based on the nature and scale of the event, and all cost details should be obtained directly from the hotel.
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