An added bonus is its location in Delhi’s trendiest neighbourhood, buzzing with artists, coffee houses and music venues.

With just five bohemian styled rooms and homemade breakfast, this sweet little B&B is like staying at your auntie’s. Another economical choice is Haveli Hauz Khas. The Manor is a lovely four-star villa with landscaped gardens you’ll be thankful to return to after a day of sightseeing in hectic Delhi. It’s still slim pickings when it comes to boutique hotels in Delhi. The extra cost pays for itself.) Have we mentioned it gets hot in Delhi? Most room options at The Lodhi come with private plunge pools, not to mention expansive balconies. (Insider tip: Book a Club floor and enjoy free cocktails, evening snacks and high teas. The technology and service are impeccable, as is the location. Whereas other top-tier hotels overdo the whole “Raj era” thing to the point of kitsch, the Leela has mastered Indian grandeur with a light touch. Let’s start this gay Delhi travel guide with a roundup of the best hotels in Delhi.