Wedding at
Andaz Delhi, by Hyatt
Expert Planning by Refuge Weddings
Delhi's boldest luxury hotel for couples who want something that doesn't look like every other wedding in the city. A pillarless 10,800 sq. ft. ballroom for 1,500 guests, a central courtyard with an Elephant Path, and a design identity unlike anything else at Aerocity.
Why Andaz Delhi Is the Design-Forward Choice for Delhi Weddings
Most luxury hotels in Delhi tell the same story — heritage arches, Mughal-inspired corridors, chandeliers you've seen in a hundred wedding reels. Andaz Delhi tells a different one. The property is built around a contemporary art identity: 401 individually commissioned artworks inspired by Delhi's culture, earthy Rajasthani textures sitting alongside modern architectural lines, spaces that feel like they were designed to be photographed — because they were. Couples who book Andaz typically aren't looking for the conventional grand ballroom experience. They want a wedding that looks like them.
The location is its own argument. Three kilometres from IGI Airport Terminal 3 means guests flying in from Mumbai , bangalore , or London are at the venue in under 15 minutes from landing. For multi-city families planning what amounts to a destination wedding In Delhi , this eliminates the coordination headache that plagues venues in South or Central Delhi. The hotel's 401 rooms — including 45 suites and 129 serviced apartments — mean most of a large wedding party can stay on-site, which turns a wedding weekend into something more like a hosted experience. International guests in particular appreciate not having to navigate unfamiliar roads between hotel and venue.
The Ballroom itself is one of the largest pillarless indoor wedding spaces in Delhi at 10,800 sq. ft., but the feature that stays in the memory is the Elephant Path — a dedicated route through the central courtyard that allows an elephant to lead the baraat right to the Ballroom pre-function doors. Not many venues in the capital can offer that. Combined with eight thematically distinct Andaz Studios, an outdoor courtyard, and a poolside space, the property covers every function from an intimate 80-person Mehendi to a 1,500-person Reception without any space feeling stretched or improvised.
"Andaz is the venue we recommend when a couple says their wedding has to look different. The pillarless Ballroom is a genuine blank canvas — the décor team can go in any direction because the architecture doesn't impose one. And the Aerocity location is a real operational advantage we don't take for granted. Guests land, they're here. No convoy logistics, no timing guesswork."
— Refuge Weddings, Senior Wedding Planner SHYAMAL DUDHIYA
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What Refuge Weddings Actually Does at Andaz delhi
The question we get from almost every couple considering Andaz: "The hotel has its own events team — do we still need an outside planner?"
Short answer: yes, and here's why they're not the same thing.
The Andaz events team is genuinely good at what it does. They coordinate the venue's logistics, manage catering timelines, and ensure the hotel's operational machinery runs. What they don't do is design your wedding. Andaz Delhi's strength is that it's a blank canvas — the Ballroom has no fixed aesthetic, the Studios are infinitely configurable. But a blank canvas means every creative decision falls to you unless someone is filling that role. That someone is us — a wedding planner in Delhi who works exclusively for you, not the venue. We also represent you, not the hotel. When it comes to vendor access, décor briefing, or navigating clauses in the venue contract, our interests and yours are identical. The hotel's interests are the hotel's.
Refuge Weddings is your advocate, your creative director, and your operational engine. Here's what we bring to a Andaz Delhi wedding specifically:
The centrepiece. Oval-shaped and pillarless — no columns, no sightline obstructions, no architectural features telling the décor where to go. At 10,800 sq. ft., it is one of the largest indoor luxury wedding spaces in Delhi. The blank-canvas quality is the point: our décor team can build any world inside this room because the room itself doesn't push back.
The Ballroom divides into two equal halves — Ballroom 1 and Ballroom 2, each 501 sq. m. — for functions that need a substantial space but not the full footprint. The pre-function area at 906 sq. m. handles guest arrivals, cocktail hours, and the transition from the Elephant Path.
| Configuration | Seated | Floating | Best For |
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| Full Ballroom | 1,000 | 1,500 | Grand Reception, Sangeet |
| Ballroom 1 or 2 (half) | ~500 | ~700 | Mid-size Reception, Cocktail |
| Pre-Function Area | — | 400–500 | Cocktail hour, Guest arrival |
Andaz Delhi is one of the only five-star properties in Delhi where an elephant can physically lead the baraat from the property entrance through the central courtyard to the Ballroom doors. The Elephant Path is a dedicated route — not a workaround. It was built into the hotel's design.
The courtyard itself is the outdoor ceremony and function space: manicured, landscaped, and surrounded by the hotel's architecture on all sides. In the October–February season, it is the right space for outdoor Pheras, Mehendi, and evening cocktail functions.
| Space | Seated | Floating | Best For |
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| Central Courtyard | 150 | 250 | Pheras, Mehendi, Cocktail evening |
| Poolside | 75 | 120 | Intimate functions, Day-after brunch |
This is what sets Andaz apart from every other ballroom-only venue in Aerocity. The hotel has eight Studios — each designed around its own theme, its own aesthetic, its own personality. Each Studio has an open kitchen and an outdoor terrace connection. They range from 42 to 145 sq. m. individually, and they can be combined for larger functions.
For a multi-function wedding, the Studios are how you run a Haldi in one space, a Roka in another, and a Mehendi in a third — all without any function feeling like a smaller version of the same room. Each one looks different. Each one photographs differently.
| Studio | Seated | Floating | Best For |
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| Studio I | 22–40 | 50–70 | Intimate Roka, Tilak, Puja |
| Studio II | 22–40 | 50–70 | Getting-ready suite, family gather |
| Studio III | 40–60 | 80–100 | Haldi, morning ceremony |
| Studio IV | 40–60 | 80–100 | Mehendi, bridal luncheon |
| Studio V | 60–80 | 100–130 | Sangeet pre-function, cocktail |
| Studio VI | 60–80 | 100–130 | Engagement, Sagan ceremony |
| Studio VII | 80–100 | 130–170 | Small reception, rehearsal dinner |
| Studio VIII / Screening Room | 27 (recliners) | — | Private screening, wedding film |
Studio capacities are indicative. Exact configurations vary by seating style. Studios can be combined for larger requirements.
Catering & Menu
Andaz Delhi operates a strictly in-house catering policy — no outside caterers, no exceptions. What this constraint buys you is a kitchen staffed by over 80 regional chefs with a genuine market-to-table philosophy and a food identity that runs through every venue on the property.
In-House Catering Only
All F&B goes through the Andaz kitchen exclusively. The culinary philosophy is locally sourced and artisanal — 80+ regional chefs, ingredients sourced from local producers, and menus built around the food culture of the region rather than the generic five-star banquet circuit. For couples where food is a talking point at the wedding, this kitchen is worth it.
Restaurant Pop-Ups at Your Wedding
This is Andaz's biggest F&B differentiator. The hotel can activate its three signature dining concepts as interactive pop-up stations at your Sangeet, Reception, or cocktail function — AnnaMaya (all-day food hall; market-to-table Indian and European), Juniper Bar (one of India's first dedicated gin bars, with 35+ handcrafted gin-and-tonic infusions), and Soul Pantry (sustainable grain-forward kitchen). A Juniper Bar gin station at a Sangeet cocktail hour is a setup guests genuinely remember. It looks nothing like a standard hotel bar counter, and it's on-brand with the Andaz identity in a way that feels intentional, not incidental.
Veg & Non-Veg Options
Per-plate pricing starts at ₹2,500 (veg) and ₹3,000 (non-veg), exclusive of 18% GST. Premium menus with custom live stations run higher. Final pricing depends on menu selection, function size, and season — Refuge Weddings provides a detailed estimate in the planning phase.
Bar & Beverage
Full bar service with curated cocktail menus available across all function spaces. The Juniper Bar format — 35+ gin-and-tonic styles — is available as a pop-up specifically and is one of the most distinctive bar setups available at any Delhi wedding venue. Welcome drinks, custom mocktail bars for daytime functions, and premium beverage packages are all configurable.
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Andaz Delhi charges on a per-plate basis — there is no separate hall rental fee. The hall is included subject to meeting the minimum spend per function. Pricing below is indicative for 2025–2026, exclusive of 18% GST. Final quotes vary by season, day of week, guest count, and menu.
| Function | Recommended Space | Guests | Indicative Cost (F&B) |
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| Roka / Engagement | Studio I–II cluster | 40–80 | ₹1–3 Lakhs |
| Haldi / Puja | Studio III or Courtyard | 50–100 | ₹2–5 Lakhs |
| Mehendi | Studio IV or Courtyard | 80–200 | ₹4–10 Lakhs |
| Sangeet | Full Ballroom or Ballroom 1 | 150–700 | ₹15–45 Lakhs |
| Pheras / Ceremony | Central Courtyard or Ballroom | 150–500 | ₹10–25 Lakhs |
| Cocktail Evening | Poolside or Pre-Function | 80–200 | ₹6–15 Lakhs |
| Reception | Full Ballroom | 400–1,500 | ₹30–80 Lakhs+ |
F&B figures only. Décor, photography, entertainment, and accommodation are budgeted separately.
Terms & Conditions
Understanding the venue's policies before signing is critical. These are the rules that directly affect your wedding planning decisions at Andaz Delhi.
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In-House Catering OnlyNo outside caterers or outside food permitted under any circumstances. All F&B goes through the Andaz kitchen. Per-plate pricing starts at ₹2,500 (veg) / ₹3,000 (non-veg) + 18% GST, rising with premium menu selections.
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External Décor Vendors — Permitted With ConditionsUnlike several five-stars in Delhi, Andaz Delhi allows external décor vendors. The requirement is prior empanelment and proof of insurance with the hotel. This process takes time — engage your planner well before the event to handle it, not the week before.
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External DJs and Entertainment — PermittedAndaz has an in-house DJ option, but external DJs are permitted. Live bands and performers are also permitted subject to sound checks and prior hotel approval.
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Havan Is PermittedFire rituals are allowed at Andaz Delhi. Not all five-stars in the Aerocity belt permit this — it matters for traditional North Indian ceremonies.
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Music Until 12:00 AM — Hard StopThis is the single most important logistical constraint at Andaz Delhi. Events must close by midnight — no extensions. If your Reception or Sangeet runs long, you lose the ending. Build your show-flow from 12:00 AM backwards and protect that timeline. A planner who knows this manages the pace of the evening accordingly.
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Day and Evening Function SlotsStandard slots are 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM (day) and 7:00 PM – 12:00 AM (evening). Back-to-back functions on the same day are possible with prior coordination — important for couples running a Haldi in the morning and a Sangeet in the evening.
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Advance to Confirm Booking50% of the total estimated revenue is required to confirm the date. Non-refundable.
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Cancellation Policy (Tiered)More than 180 days: 25% of Total Estimated Revenue + taxes. 180–120 days: 50%. 120–90 days: 75%. 90 days or fewer: 100%. Late cancellations at peak-season rates are a significant financial exposure — review the contract carefully before paying any advance.
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Children's CateringComplimentary for children under 6. Chargeable above 6 as per venue terms.
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Complimentary Changing RoomsTwo complimentary changing rooms provided. For dedicated bridal prep setups with makeup stations and extended access, coordinate a suite through room-block allocation.
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Vendor Registration with Hotel SecurityAll external vendors — photographers, videographers, makeup artists, entertainers — must be registered with Andaz security in advance of event day. A full vendor list with IDs must be submitted ahead of time. Not optional, not a formality.
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Room Blocks — Negotiate at Contract StageAndaz has 401 rooms, which gives real flexibility for residential wedding weekends. But block-rate terms must be agreed at contract signing. Rooms allocated later come at higher rates, if available at all.
- Confirm the Ballroom date firstPeak-season dates (Nov–Feb) move 10–14 months out. This is the first call to make — everything else can be layered once the Ballroom is secured.
- Negotiate room blocks at contract signingThe serviced apartments at Andaz are particularly suited to families staying across a wedding weekend. Lock block terms on day one.
- Involve Refuge Weddings before signing the contractThe cancellation tiers, empanelment clauses, minimum spend structures, and vendor access requirements are where surprises happen later. We review the contract before any advance changes hands.
- Start décor vendor empanelment earlyIf your preferred decorator isn't already on the Andaz vendor list, the empanelment process needs to begin well before the event. This is not a last-minute task.
- Lock entertainment 6–9 months outDhol groups, live bands, and high-demand DJs for November–January dates fill up fast. Given the 12:00 AM music cutoff, entertainment pacing matters more at Andaz than at venues with a later close — plan the Sangeet or Reception show-flow at the same time you book the entertainment.
Frequently Asked Questions
Andaz Delhi has 401 rooms in total, making it one of the larger luxury hotels in the city for accommodating outstation wedding guests. The room inventory — across various categories — gives wedding groups meaningful flexibility when blocking rooms for guests arriving from different cities. Refuge Weddings handles the room-block coordination as part of our planning scope, so room allocation, check-in logistics, and guest communication are managed end to end.
Andaz Delhi charges on a per-plate basis — no separate hall rental fee. Catering starts at ₹2,500 per person (veg) and ₹3,000 (non-veg), excluding 18% GST, with premium menus and live stations running higher. A full multi-function wedding typically ranges from ₹35 Lakhs to ₹1.2 Crore+, depending on guest count, number of functions, and menu selections. Décor, photography, and entertainment are budgeted separately. Refuge Weddings provides a detailed cost estimate within 72 hours of your first call.
For grand Receptions and Sangeets, the Ballroom is the clear choice — oval, pillarless, 10,800 sq. ft., and capable of accommodating up to 1,500 guests. It divides into two halves for mid-size functions. For smaller ceremonies — Haldi, Mehendi, Roka — the eight thematic Andaz Studios are the standout option: each has its own aesthetic, its own open kitchen, and an outdoor terrace connection, so functions at different Studios feel genuinely distinct. The Central Courtyard is the outdoor space for Pheras and cocktail evenings, and it's the access point for the Elephant Path baraat arrival.
Andaz is a blank-canvas venue — the Ballroom has no imposing aesthetic, and each Studio has its own distinct identity. The creative direction has to come from somewhere. We supply it: full décor concept, lighting design, stage architecture, and the visual brief for every function space. Beyond that, we manage the Elephant Path baraat sequence, handle décor vendor empanelment, coordinate 401-room block logistics for outstation guests, and run every function day on-site. We also manage the 12:00 AM music cutoff — which is the constraint that most affects show-flow at this venue and the one couples underestimate most often.
For peak-season dates — October through February — start the conversation 10–14 months before your preferred date. November and December weekends are the first to go, and the Ballroom in particular books well ahead of schedule. For off-peak months, 6–8 months is a workable window. We recommend involving Refuge Weddings before signing — not after — so the cancellation tiers, room-block terms, and décor empanelment requirements are reviewed before any advance is paid.
