My friend is coming to stay with me in Delhi for one month from Nagpur. I don't have space where I stay so I have to find him a cheap hotel in Delhi. As I don't know much about the hotel options in Delhi I need help in finding budget hotels in New Delhi and when I say budget I mean budget and nothing fancy. I would also need to know what area of Delhi the hotel is in when you mention the hotel name.
Hello, @Tejas, welcome to the forum! (Images from Freebird105 and Karol Bagh) Overview It's no secret that New Delhi is home to some of India's best heritage sites. As a result, tons of hotels line the busy streets of the city. Looking for some glitz and glamour? You have the four-star and five-star hotels in the city. But for those who are on a tight budget, maybe even backpackers, plenty of budget hotels can also be found in Delhi. In fact, there are over hundreds of them that it might be too difficult to choose which ones are suitable for travellers. In this little guide, we would highlight the top eight budget hotels in New Delhi, in terms of price, hygiene, comfort and location. Read on and find out which hotels should you choose when staying in New Delhi, of course, on a limited budget! Best Budget Hotels in New Delhi (Under Rs. 800/Night) 1. Hotel Sindh Palace - Hotel Sindh Palace is a very basic hotel located in the Paharganj area of New Delhi. It is just 500 metres away from the New Delhi Railway Station. Some of the attractions close to the hotel are the Jantar Mantar and Red Fort, both are under three kilometres away from it. The hotel has a very unassuming facade with a simple lobby area. The rooms are also very simple with just a bed, an electric fan and an attached bathroom. For just Rs. 400 per night, this hotel is one of the most affordable options in Delhi. There are limited facilities though but they do serve food via room service. It is centrally located though so you can easily find a restaurant just outside the hotel. Location - Paharganj. Room Rate - Budget Single Room at Rs. 400 per night. Room Amenities - Electric fan and attached bathroom. Hotel Facilities - Internet, travel desk, laundry, room service and car rental. Address - Arakashan Road, Arya Nagar, Paharganj, New Delhi, Delhi 110055, India. Contact Number - +91 11235 35124. 2. Hotel Delhi Darshan Dx - Another good option for the budget travellers is the Hotel Delhi Darshan Dx. It is merely 1.1 kilometres away from the New Delhi Railway Station. As compared to the former hotel, Hotel Delhi Darshan Dx has more facilities for guests. Their Deluxe Non AC Room costs a bit more at Rs. 499 per night but it comes with cable television and telephone. The room is very simple, with wooden furnitures and tiled flooring. The bathroom is basic too, with just a bucket and dipper for bathing. They have an in-house restaurant serving both Indian and Chinese dishes. Internet is widely available in the hotel, free of charge for staying guests. For guests coming from the airport, the hotel provides pick-up shuttles for a surcharge. And finally, the hotel has an in-house convenience store too for the basic needs of the guests. Location - Paharganj. Room Rate - Deluxe Non AC Room at Rs. 499 per night. Room Amenities - Electric fan, cable television, telephone and attached bathroom. Hotel Facilities - Internet, travel desk, restaurant, room service, shuttle services, laundry, car rental and convenience store on site. Address - No. 8230/6, Arakashan Road, Paharganj, Delhi 110055, India. Contact Number - +91 11235 37481. Hotel Delhi Darshan Dx (Image from Goibibo) 3. Hotel Delhi Regency - If you're someone who easily gets annoyed by humid climate, then the Hotel Delhi Regency would come to your rescue. Their Standard AC Room is priced at Rs. 750 per night. They also have a Standard Non AC Room which is at Rs. 500 per night. Rooms have ample space and are well-maintained. Although the designs are minimalist, it only enhances the simplicity of the hotel. Rooms also have a separate sitting area with a comfy couch for you to lounge in or have your meals in. When it comes to dining options, you can choose between their Indian, Chinese and Continental dishes. They also have a wide variety of vegetarian and non-vegetarian meals. They don't have a parking space but they can make arrangements for guests who bring their own vehicles. Internet is also widely available in the hotel, free of charge for staying guests. The hotel also has an elevator for persons with disability or guests with many luggages. Finally, its location makes it a prime choice for tourists as it is easy accessible from major tourist attractions in the city. Location - Paharganj. Room Rates - Standard Non AC Room at Rs. 500 per night and Standard AC Room at Rs. 750 per night. Room Amenities - Cable television, electric fan/air-conditioning, sitting area and attached bathroom. Hotel Facilities - Restaurant, room service, internet, elevator, travel desk, laundry, dry cleaning, beauty salon, shops on site and car hire. Address - No. 8184-85, Arakashan Road, Paharganj, New Delhi, Delhi 110055, India. Contact Number - +91 11235 33373. 4. Sahara International Deluxe - This hotel is about 800 metres away from the New Delhi Railway Station. It is also just under three kilometres away from the shopping hub, Connaught Place. The hotel has a simple bricked facade but its lobby area is a bit more luxurious as it has marble elements. They have very affordable room rates too. Their Economical Single Room is the cheapest, priced at Rs. 500 per night. It doesn't have air-conditioning though but the room has ample space. Both their Deluxe Single Room and Super Deluxe Single Room have air-conditioing and also have cable television. The hotel also has 24 hours power back-up, in case the electricity gets cut off. They also provide shuttle services for guests coming in from the airport. While they don't have a restaurant, they can provide for meals via room service. Internet can be accessed by staying guests from anywhere in the hotel as well. Location - Paharganj. Room Rates - Economical Single Room at Rs. 500 per night, Deluxe Single Room at Rs. 600 per night and Super Deluxe Single Room at Rs. 700 per night. Room Amenities - Air-conditioning/electric fan, cable television, telephone, sitting area and attached bathroom. Hotel Facilities - Internet, laundry, shuttle services, room service, power back-up, doctor on call, travel desk and cloak room. Address - No. 3162/63, Sangtrashan Road, Paharganj, New Delhi 110055, India. Contact Number - +91 11430 68512. Sahara International Deluxe (Image from Make My Trip) 5. Hotel Shivam Palace - Also just a walking distance away from the New Delhi Railway Station is the Hotel Shivam Palace. The hotel has a simple ambience, up to its rooms. Their Double Non AC Bedroom is priced at Rs. 600 per night. It has an attached bathroom and also basic amenities such as a television and telephone. Breakfast is already complimentary to the room's tariff. They provide meals via room service only. You can easily do some work or check on your social media too because internet is widely available. For those with private vehicles, the hotel doesn't have parking so that's one of its downsides. Their 24-hour travel desk provides assistance for sightseeing, car rental or even ticket booking. Location - Paharganj. Room Rate - Double Non AC Bedroom at Rs. 600 per night. Room Amenities - Electric fan, television, telephone and attached bathroom. Hotel Facilities - Internet, room service, travel desk, shuttle services and baggage storage. Address - Near Banke Behari Mandir, 3174, Sang Trashan Marg, Chuna Mandi, New Delhi, Delhi 110055, India. Contact Number - +91 11235 83442. 6. Hotel Vijay Inn - At just about 600 metres away from the New Delhi Railway Station is the Hotel Vijay Inn. Attractions like the India Gate, Red Fort and Jantar Mantar are all under four kilometres away from the hotel. For their cheapest room, the Standard Double Room, you have to pay Rs. 495 per night. It doesn't have air-conditioning but it does have a television, telephone and even a closet. Their Deluxe Double Room is at Rs. 595 per night and it comes with the same amenities but has air-conditioning. For meals, they provide room service to guests or you can opt to dine out, the closest restaurants to the hotel are Simtur and Everest Kitchen. They also provide the usual services such as laundry, dry cleaning and of course, travel assistance. Location - Paharganj. Room Rates - Standard Double Room at Rs. 495 per night and Deluxe Double Room at Rs. 595 per night. Room Amenities - Closet, television, electric fan and attached bathroom. Hotel Facilities - Laundry, dry cleaning, travel desk, room service, internet and car rental. Address - No. 876 Gali Bazar, Chandiwali Gali, Paharganj, New Delhi, Delhi 110055, India. Contact Number - +91 97113 17212. 7. Hotel Sunshine - Located on the Karol Bagh area is the Hotel Sunshine, a bit further from the commercial areas of Delhi. Still, you can easily ride an auto rickshaw or taxi to access the commercial hubs of the city. Hotel Sunshine has a very homely feel to it, almost traditional in a sense. Rooms have wooden furnitures and old-style televisions too. The cheapest room is at Rs. 600 per night and it doesn't have air-conditioning. Despite the smaller size of the room, it is very clean so suitable for picky individuals. The hotel also has a parking area, which is rare for smaller hotels in the city. Internet can be freely accessed by staying guests as well. You can dine in your room as the hotel provides meals via room service too. Location - Karol Bagh. Room Rate - Non AC Single Room at Rs. 600 per night. Room Amenities - Electric fan, desk and attached bathroom. Hotel Facilities - Internet, laundry, travel desk, parking, room service, lift and business centre. Address - No. 17B/21, Dev Nagar, Desh Bandhu Gupta Road, Behind MCD Office Karol Bagh, Delhi, 110005, India. Contact Number - +91 80101 14400. Hotel Sunshine Inn (Image from Make My Trip) 8. Hotel Chopra International - Hotel Chopra International has a simple red and cream facade. It is located about 600 metres away from the New Delhi Railway Station. The Red Fort, Rashtrapati Bhavan and even the Jantar Mantar are all under three kilometres away from it. Rooms are very simple with wooden bed frames and basic white tiled flooring. Their Deluxe Double Room is a steal for just Rs. 695 per night as it has air-conditioning and modern amenities such as television, telephone and even internet. You can opt to dine out as the hotel doesn't have a restaurant or have meals delivered right to your hotel. Shuttle services are provided for guests coming in from the airport, but for a surcharge. Location - Paharganj. Room Rate - Deluxe Double Room at Rs. 695 per night. Room Amenities - Air-conditioning, telephone, television and attached bathroom. Hotel Facilities - Internet, laundry, travel desk, shuttle services, lift and business centre. Address - No. 3357, Gali Hari Mandir Marg, Sang Trashan Marg, Ratan Lal Market, Aram Bagh, Paharganj, New Delhi, Delhi 11005, India. Contact Number - +91 11416 98444. Conclusion These are the best budget hotels around Delhi. For those who are looking for reliable yet affordable hotels, do bookmark this page for future reference. These hotels are highly rated by guests and have all aspects in check. Whether you're looking for affordability, cleanliness, service or even hospitality, these hotels would fit those features. I hope this helps you!