The Ashok Hotel is a five-star deluxe hotel located in the diplomatic enclave of Chanakyapuri in New Delhi, India. Owned and operated by the India Tourism Development Corporation (ITDC), a Government of India undertaking, it is among the largest five-star hotels in the country and has historically served as a venue for state functions, diplomatic events, and international conferences hosted by the Indian government.
Key facts
| Name | The Ashok |
|---|---|
| Type | Five-star deluxe hotel |
| Location | Chanakyapuri, New Delhi, India |
| Owner/Operator | India Tourism Development Corporation (ITDC) |
| Sector | Public sector (Government of India) |
| Ministry | Ministry of Tourism, Government of India |
Background
The Ashok was conceived as a flagship state-run hotel to provide accommodation of international standard for delegates attending major government conferences in the national capital. It is situated in Chanakyapuri, the area of New Delhi where most foreign embassies and high commissions are located, which has reinforced its role as a preferred venue for diplomatic hospitality.
The hotel forms part of the portfolio of properties operated under the Ashok Group brand of ITDC. ITDC was set up to develop and expand tourism infrastructure in India, and The Ashok has long been treated as its principal property.
Facilities and role
The hotel offers guest rooms and suites, banquet halls, conference facilities, multiple restaurants, and convention spaces. Owing to its scale and government ownership, it is regularly used to host:
- Bilateral and multilateral diplomatic meetings.
- State banquets and official receptions for visiting foreign dignitaries.
- International summits and conferences organised by Indian ministries.
- Cultural events promoting Indian heritage, cuisine, and handicrafts.
Significance
As a public-sector luxury hotel, The Ashok occupies a distinctive position in the Indian hospitality sector. It has served as one of the principal venues for government-led international events held in New Delhi, and its emporium and craft outlets have been used to showcase Indian textiles, jewellery, and handicrafts to international guests. The hotel is frequently associated with the institutional image of ITDC and with India's official hospitality during major diplomatic engagements.
Related topics
- India Tourism Development Corporation
- Chanakyapuri
- Ministry of Tourism (India)
- Tourism in India
- List of hotels in India
- New Delhi
References
- Wikidata entry: Q85743306
- India Tourism Development Corporation, official corporate information.