This Timeless Bridge over Troubled Water is your personal retreat, when the world becomes too much to bear.
Its hushed and soothing air embraces you...Practiced hands move over you silently, stripping away the stress and distress of the day. They will lay you down and anoint your head and body with healing oils. They will gently ease the knots in your shoulders and weary limbs and aching joints, tenderly chasing away the pain of body and mind with each touch—leaving you dreamily floating in a fragrant pool of quiet luxury, care and comfort
Shun the world and its endless demands, and for this brief moment in time abandon yourself to the nurturing ministrations of the Imperial Spa, now ranked amongst the world's leading hotel spa destinations. The Imperial spa’s philosophy is sealed with the knowledge ‘mudra’ where in the spa journey is curated to carefully balance the body, mind and soul.
For those of us who have had the pleasure of such an experience, it seems truly fitting that The Imperial Spa at The Imperial New Delhi has been named 2026 Best Hotel Spa in India at the 12th Annual World Spa Awards, marking its debut as India’s most distinctive wellness destination on the world stage.
The setting of the spa alone will please the aesthete in you. A serene sanctuary shaped by artistry and masterful craftsmanship, its architecture brings together Moroccan influences interwoven with Moghul and Indian design sensibilities. Every arch, every intricate detail and play of light is thoughtfully composed to create an atmosphere of meditative calm.
What’s lovely too is that you have a choice of 10 beautifully designed treatment rooms and several hydrotherapy areas; it’s even equipped with signature suites for couples. The marvel is that one can choose from a beautifully curated menu of offerings which includes a comprehensive range of Ayurvedic, Eastern and contemporary therapies. The hand-picked range of bespoke essential oils and primary oils, suitable for all skin types, for a truly personalsed wellness experience, add that extra lustre to each therapy and treatment in this world of beauty and wellness rituals. From Nargis, to Oudh to Mandarin and Black Pepper, each of the nine distinguished essential oils are carefully prepared with botanical herbs. You can explore this extensive menu at leisure at https://www.theimperialindia.com/spamenu. You should also check out the range of wellness offerings at https://www.theimperialindia.com/wellness/wellness-offers
Furthermore, the spa lies in proximity to the pool exclusively reserved for resident guests. The Yoga Sanctum offers private sessions with attentive Yoga masters. You can also avail of the luxury services of the boutique Imperial Salons for men and women.
For Louis Sailer, Senior Executive Vice President The Imperial New Delhi this recognition is really special as it celebrates their passion, dedication, teamwork, and unwavering commitment to excellence, to provide their guestsexperiences that are truly exclusive.
It's time now to hit the pause button… and simply indulge yourself in moments of quiet luxury and healing in India’s top hotel spa — an alluring destination in itself.