How Axel worksAxel's lowest rate seen for The Ashok: $166 a night all in, Dec 18 to Jan 9, 2027. Seen Oct 12.
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5-star hotel · Diplomatic Enclave 50-b, New Delhi
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Hotels in DelhiA historic, government-run five-star hotel in Delhi’s Diplomatic Enclave
6.0/10
Choose it for embassy convenience and old-world scale, not dependable five-star polish.
The Ashok is a historic, government-run five-star in Chanakyapuri whose grand architecture and embassy-area location are stronger draws than its luxury credentials. We'd consider it for a short diplomatic or business visit, particularly if character matters more than contemporary interiors. Recent Expedia guests praise the gardens, room space and some attentive staff, but the overall picture is mixed rather than reliably upscale.
The recurring drawbacks are tired rooms and bathrooms, uneven maintenance and inconsistent service. Expedia and Trip.com guests report plumbing or hot-water problems, while cleanliness feedback ranges from reassuring to poor. Families should confirm pool access and children's hours before booking: restrictions recur in guest accounts. We'd skip it for a luxury break or a pool-focused family stay; the five-star label promises more consistency than the evidence supports.
Axel's opinion, from the hotel's website and recent guest reviews, scored for what the hotel is. Sources: Hotel website · Expedia · Tripadvisor · Trip.com. Reviewed Oct 15, 2026.
$195 a night with Axel; no public rate was seen for these dates.
Executive Double room (full double bed) (bed type is subject to availability) · refundable
Per night, all in, as a free account pays itRate for Oct 23 to Oct 30, 2026 · 7 nights · 1 adult · Seen Oct 9
Sign up free to book this rate$276 a night with Axel; no public rate was seen for these dates.
Executive Single Suite · refundable
Per night, all in, as a free account pays itRate for Oct 28 to Nov 16, 2026 · 19 nights · 1 adult · Seen Oct 16
Sign up free to book this rate$279 a night with Axel; no public rate was seen for these dates.
Executive Single Suite · refundable
Per night, all in, as a free account pays itRate for Oct 30 to Nov 16, 2026 · 17 nights · 1 adult · Seen Oct 16
Sign up free to book this rate$290 a night with Axel; no public rate was seen for these dates.
Executive Double Suite (full double bed) · refundable
Per night, all in, as a free account pays itRate for Oct 31 to Nov 3, 2026 · 3 nights · 1 adult · Seen Oct 15
Sign up free to book this rate$280 a night with Axel; no public rate was seen for these dates.
Executive Single Suite · refundable
Per night, all in, as a free account pays itRate for Oct 31 to Nov 13, 2026 · 13 nights · 1 adult · Seen Oct 16
Sign up free to book this rate$272 a night with Axel; no public rate was seen for these dates.
Executive Double Suite (full double bed) · refundable
Per night, all in, as a free account pays itRate for Nov 1 to Nov 22, 2026 · 21 nights · 1 adult · Seen Oct 11
Sign up free to book this rate$186 a night with Axel; no public rate was seen for these dates.
Executive Single room · refundable
Per night, all in, as a free account pays itRate for Nov 4 to Nov 15, 2026 · 11 nights · 1 adult · Seen Oct 15
Sign up free to book this rate$268 a night with Axel; no public rate was seen for these dates.
Executive Double Suite (full double bed) · refundable
Per night, all in, as a free account pays itRate for Nov 5 to Dec 2, 2026 · 27 nights · 1 adult · Seen Oct 9
Sign up free to book this rate$179 a night with Axel; no public rate was seen for these dates.
Executive Single room · refundable
Per night, all in, as a free account pays itRate for Nov 10 to Nov 17, 2026 · 7 nights · 1 adult · Seen Oct 9
Sign up free to book this rate$753 a night with Axel; no public rate was seen for these dates.
Double Suite (full double bed) (king size bed) · refundable
Per night, all in, as a free account pays itRate for Nov 21 to Dec 6, 2026 · 15 nights · 2 adults · Seen Oct 14
Sign up free to book this rate$182 a night with Axel; no public rate was seen for these dates.
Executive Single room · refundable
Per night, all in, as a free account pays itRate for Nov 27 to Nov 30, 2026 · 3 nights · 1 adult · Seen Oct 16
Sign up free to book this rate$684 a night with Axel; no public rate was seen for these dates.
Suite · refundable
Per night, all in, as a free account pays itRate for Dec 4 to Dec 27, 2026 · 23 nights · 2 adults · Seen Oct 9
Sign up free to book this rate$684 a night with Axel; no public rate was seen for these dates.
Single Suite · refundable
Per night, all in, as a free account pays itRate for Dec 8 to Jan 7, 2027 · 30 nights · 1 adult · Seen Oct 14
Sign up free to book this rate$672 a night with Axel; no public rate was seen for these dates.
Single Suite · refundable
Per night, all in, as a free account pays itRate for Dec 9 to Jan 1, 2027 · 23 nights · 1 adult · Seen Oct 10
Sign up free to book this rate$261 a night with Axel; no public rate was seen for these dates.
Executive Double Suite (full double bed) · refundable
Per night, all in, as a free account pays itRate for Dec 10 to Jan 1, 2027 · 22 nights · 1 adult · Seen Oct 10
Sign up free to book this rate$259 a night with Axel; no public rate was seen for these dates.
Executive Double Suite (full double bed) · refundable
Per night, all in, as a free account pays itRate for Dec 11 to Jan 3, 2027 · 23 nights · 1 adult · Seen Oct 10
Sign up free to book this rate$184 a night with Axel; no public rate was seen for these dates.
Executive Twin room (twin beds) (bed type is subject to availability) · refundable
Per night, all in, as a free account pays itRate for Dec 17 to Jan 2, 2027 · 16 nights · 2 adults · Seen Oct 13
Sign up free to book this rate$763 a night with Axel; no public rate was seen for these dates.
Double Suite (full double bed) (bed type is subject to availability, extra bed not included) · refundable
Per night, all in, as a free account pays itRate for Dec 18 to Jan 7, 2027 · 20 nights · 3 adults · Seen Oct 13
Sign up free to book this rate$190 a night with Axel; no public rate was seen for these dates.
Executive Triple room · refundable
Per night, all in, as a free account pays itRate for Dec 18 to Jan 9, 2027 · 22 nights · 3 adults · Seen Oct 13
Sign up free to book this rate$166 a night with Axel; no public rate was seen for these dates.
Executive room · refundable
Per night, all in, as a free account pays itRate for Dec 18 to Jan 9, 2027 · 22 nights · 4 adults · Seen Oct 12
Sign up free to book this rate$763 a night with Axel; no public rate was seen for these dates.
Double Suite (full double bed) (bed type is subject to availability, extra bed not included) · refundable
Per night, all in, as a free account pays itRate for Dec 20 to Jan 7, 2027 · 18 nights · 3 adults · Seen Oct 13
Sign up free to book this rate$190 a night with Axel; no public rate was seen for these dates.
Executive Triple room · refundable
Per night, all in, as a free account pays itRate for Dec 20 to Jan 9, 2027 · 20 nights · 3 adults · Seen Oct 13
Sign up free to book this rate$668 a night with Axel; no public rate was seen for these dates.
Single Suite · refundable
Per night, all in, as a free account pays itRate for Dec 22 to Jan 21, 2027 · 30 nights · 1 adult · Seen Oct 12
Sign up free to book this rate$661 a night with Axel; no public rate was seen for these dates.
Single Suite · refundable
Per night, all in, as a free account pays itRate for Jan 20 to Feb 19, 2027 · 30 nights · 1 adult · Seen Oct 9
Sign up free to book this rate$682 a night with Axel; no public rate was seen for these dates.
Single Suite · refundable
Per night, all in, as a free account pays itRate for Feb 17 to Mar 19, 2027 · 30 nights · 1 adult · Seen Oct 15
Sign up free to book this rate$682 a night with Axel; no public rate was seen for these dates.
Single Suite · refundable
Per night, all in, as a free account pays itRate for Feb 18 to Mar 20, 2027 · 30 nights · 1 adult · Seen Oct 15
Sign up free to book this rate$676 a night with Axel; no public rate was seen for these dates.
Single Suite · refundable
Per night, all in, as a free account pays itRate for Feb 19 to Mar 21, 2027 · 30 nights · 1 adult · Seen Oct 12
Sign up free to book this rate$242 a night with Axel; no public rate was seen for these dates.
Executive Single Suite · refundable
Per night, all in, as a free account pays itRate for Mar 20 to Apr 4, 2027 · 15 nights · 1 adult · Seen Oct 12
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Axel's lowest rate seen for The Ashok: $166 a night all in, Dec 18 to Jan 9, 2027. Seen Oct 12.
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Choose it for embassy convenience and old-world scale, not dependable five-star polish. A historic, government-run five-star hotel in Delhi’s Diplomatic Enclave, scored for what it is.
The Ashok is a historic, government-run five-star in Chanakyapuri whose grand architecture and embassy-area location are stronger draws than its luxury credentials. We'd consider it for a short diplomatic or business visit, particularly if character matters more than contemporary interiors. Recent Expedia guests praise the gardens, room space and some attentive staff, but the overall picture is mixed rather than reliably upscale.
The recurring drawbacks are tired rooms and bathrooms, uneven maintenance and inconsistent service. Expedia and Trip.com guests report plumbing or hot-water problems, while cleanliness feedback ranges from reassuring to poor. Families should confirm pool access and children's hours before booking: restrictions recur in guest accounts. We'd skip it for a luxury break or a pool-focused family stay; the five-star label promises more consistency than the evidence supports.
Best for: Embassy and visa appointments; Short business visits in Chanakyapuri; Travelers drawn to historic architecture
Watch out for: Dated rooms and unreliable bathroom maintenance; Uneven service and pressure to tip; Pool-access restrictions, especially for children
Location: Diplomatic Enclave setting is especially useful for embassy appointments.
Rooms: Room space earns praise, but worn bathrooms and maintenance problems recur.
Cleanliness: Mixed: some recent guests report clean rooms, while others flag poor upkeep and hygiene.
Service: Helpful individuals stand out, but responsiveness and tipping pressure remain recurring weaknesses.
Amenities: Several restaurants, spa and outdoor pool are listed; confirm pool eligibility and children's hours directly.
Fees and surprises: Parking is listed as free; airport transfers cost extra, and pool access can involve unexpected restrictions.
Axel's opinion of The Ashok, from the hotel's website and recent guest reviews. Sources: Hotel website · Expedia · Tripadvisor · Trip.com. Reviewed Oct 15, 2026.
Every stay Axel priced for The Ashok within the last 7 days. Each rate is per night: the total for the stay shown, as a free account pays it, including any fee the hotel collects at check-in, divided by its nights, beside the public rate seen for the same dates and party, also per night. These are examples, not live inventory: sign up free and Axel checks live rooms and rates for those dates.
| Stay | Axel rate | Public rate | Difference | Seen | Book |
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| Oct 23 to Oct 30, 2026 · 7 nights · 1 adult | $195 a night · refundable · Executive Double room (full double bed) (bed type is subject to availability) | not seen | Seen Oct 9 | Sign up free to book | |
| Oct 28 to Nov 16, 2026 · 19 nights · 1 adult | $276 a night · refundable · Executive Single Suite | not seen | Seen Oct 16 | Sign up free to book | |
| Oct 30 to Nov 16, 2026 · 17 nights · 1 adult | $279 a night · refundable · Executive Single Suite | not seen | Seen Oct 16 | Sign up free to book | |
| Oct 31 to Nov 3, 2026 · 3 nights · 1 adult | $290 a night · refundable · Executive Double Suite (full double bed) | not seen | Seen Oct 15 | Sign up free to book | |
| Oct 31 to Nov 13, 2026 · 13 nights · 1 adult | $280 a night · refundable · Executive Single Suite | not seen | Seen Oct 16 | Sign up free to book | |
| Nov 1 to Nov 22, 2026 · 21 nights · 1 adult | $272 a night · refundable · Executive Double Suite (full double bed) | not seen | Seen Oct 11 | Sign up free to book | |
| Nov 4 to Nov 15, 2026 · 11 nights · 1 adult | $186 a night · refundable · Executive Single room | not seen | Seen Oct 15 | Sign up free to book | |
| Nov 5 to Dec 2, 2026 · 27 nights · 1 adult | $268 a night · refundable · Executive Double Suite (full double bed) | not seen | Seen Oct 9 | Sign up free to book | |
| Nov 10 to Nov 17, 2026 · 7 nights · 1 adult | $179 a night · refundable · Executive Single room | not seen | Seen Oct 9 | Sign up free to book | |
| Nov 21 to Dec 6, 2026 · 15 nights · 2 adults | $753 a night · refundable · Double Suite (full double bed) (king size bed) | not seen | Seen Oct 14 | Sign up free to book | |
| Nov 27 to Nov 30, 2026 · 3 nights · 1 adult | $182 a night · refundable · Executive Single room | not seen | Seen Oct 16 | Sign up free to book | |
| Dec 4 to Dec 27, 2026 · 23 nights · 2 adults | $684 a night · refundable · Suite | not seen | Seen Oct 9 | Sign up free to book | |
| Dec 8 to Jan 7, 2027 · 30 nights · 1 adult | $684 a night · refundable · Single Suite | not seen | Seen Oct 14 | Sign up free to book | |
| Dec 9 to Jan 1, 2027 · 23 nights · 1 adult | $672 a night · refundable · Single Suite | not seen | Seen Oct 10 | Sign up free to book | |
| Dec 10 to Jan 1, 2027 · 22 nights · 1 adult | $261 a night · refundable · Executive Double Suite (full double bed) | not seen | Seen Oct 10 | Sign up free to book | |
| Dec 11 to Jan 3, 2027 · 23 nights · 1 adult | $259 a night · refundable · Executive Double Suite (full double bed) | not seen | Seen Oct 10 | Sign up free to book | |
| Dec 17 to Jan 2, 2027 · 16 nights · 2 adults | $184 a night · refundable · Executive Twin room (twin beds) (bed type is subject to availability) | not seen | Seen Oct 13 | Sign up free to book | |
| Dec 18 to Jan 7, 2027 · 20 nights · 3 adults | $763 a night · refundable · Double Suite (full double bed) (bed type is subject to availability, extra bed not included) | not seen | Seen Oct 13 | Sign up free to book | |
| Dec 18 to Jan 9, 2027 · 22 nights · 3 adults | $190 a night · refundable · Executive Triple room | not seen | Seen Oct 13 | Sign up free to book | |
| Dec 18 to Jan 9, 2027 · 22 nights · 4 adults | $166 a night · refundable · Executive room | not seen | Seen Oct 12 | Sign up free to book | |
| Dec 20 to Jan 7, 2027 · 18 nights · 3 adults | $763 a night · refundable · Double Suite (full double bed) (bed type is subject to availability, extra bed not included) | not seen | Seen Oct 13 | Sign up free to book | |
| Dec 20 to Jan 9, 2027 · 20 nights · 3 adults | $190 a night · refundable · Executive Triple room | not seen | Seen Oct 13 | Sign up free to book | |
| Dec 22 to Jan 21, 2027 · 30 nights · 1 adult | $668 a night · refundable · Single Suite | not seen | Seen Oct 12 | Sign up free to book | |
| Jan 20 to Feb 19, 2027 · 30 nights · 1 adult | $661 a night · refundable · Single Suite | not seen | Seen Oct 9 | Sign up free to book | |
| Feb 17 to Mar 19, 2027 · 30 nights · 1 adult | $682 a night · refundable · Single Suite | not seen | Seen Oct 15 | Sign up free to book | |
| Feb 18 to Mar 20, 2027 · 30 nights · 1 adult | $682 a night · refundable · Single Suite | not seen | Seen Oct 15 | Sign up free to book | |
| Feb 19 to Mar 21, 2027 · 30 nights · 1 adult | $676 a night · refundable · Single Suite | not seen | Seen Oct 12 | Sign up free to book | |
| Mar 20 to Apr 4, 2027 · 15 nights · 1 adult | $242 a night · refundable · Executive Single Suite | not seen | Seen Oct 12 | Sign up free to book |
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