The Park

"A Midsummer's Night Lounge Aqua Lounge is a sophisticated/trendy hotspot located in the Park Hotel. When looking for an open-air, relaxing alternative to the crowded, bustling nightclubs, Aqua Lounge is the perfect solution, especially on a warm midsummer night. Sip on cocktails and gorge on Mediterranean/BBQ dishes on the elevated stools at the bar or in the cool white tents by the poolside. There is no entrance fee, but it’s best to make reservations because it fills up really quickly. You’ll find a really diverse crowd filled with locals, travelers, and expats. In a nutshell, Aqua is the sunbather’s heaven by daylight, and a classy diva’s playground by moonlight."

"India’s Park hospitality chain specializes in economical, stylish hotels for business travelers, and the recently refurbished New Delhi property is no different. With a prime location in the middle of Connaught Place—the city’s central retail and business hub—the property puts guests within walking distance of shops and restaurants, but the hotel has become a destination onto itself, with a top-rated spa, a pan-Indian restaurant and poolside bar, and its own trendy nightclub. Though the reception area can be busy, the 220 rooms feel like tranquil havens with crisp white linens, leather headboards, and bold colors, the work of British design firm Conran and Partners. Bonus: The staff can arrange for a masseuse to pamper you in-room."