After remaining closed for years – the Connaught, an NDMC hotel situated in capital’s Connaught Place has reopened as a Taj property. The hospitality major had acquired 33 years licensing rights for The Connaught in an e-auction conducted by the New Delhi Municipal Council (NDMC) in June 2018.
The hotel features 104 rooms conceptualised by the globally-renowned Christian Lundwall of Lundwall Architects, IHCL said in a statement. According to the company, the cost of the renovation of the hotel is around Rs. 80 crore.
“The Connaught is the newest jewel in the crown of the SeleQtions portfolio. With its thoughtfully designed interiors, The Connaught reflects the best of the cultural and social milieu of the city,” said Puneet Chhatwal, MD and CEO, IHCL.
The hotel has spaces for business conferences or social gatherings, including a 2000 sq ft open air terrace capital, IHCL said.
