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Here is a quick list of Hotels in Chennai, selected based on their rating
| Name of hotel | Accommodation Rating | Price, $ | |
| Hotel Park Plaza |
7.0 / 10 (34 Reviews) |
From 40$ | |
| Regenta Central Deccan |
6.0 / 10 (94 Reviews) |
From 48$ | |
| Bhimaas Temple Tree Hotel |
3.5 / 10 (28 Reviews) |
From 39$ | |
| The Spring Hotel |
6.7 / 10 (41 Reviews) |
From 53$ | |
| Holiday Inn Chennai Omr It Expressway By Ihg |
8.3 / 10 (796 Reviews) |
From 70$ |
Welcome to our blog post on why you should choose hotels when traveling to Chennai, India's vibrant coastal city. Whether you are visiting for business or pleasure, finding the perfect accommodation plays a crucial role in enhancing your overall experience. Chennai offers a multitude of options when it comes to lodging, from budget-friendly guesthouses to luxurious resorts. However, hotels possess unique qualities that make them an ideal choice for travelers seeking comfort, convenience, and exceptional service.
Firstly, hotels in Chennai provide unparalleled comfort and relaxation. After a long day of exploring the city's bustling markets or engaging in business meetings, stepping into a cozy and well-appointed hotel room can be a welcoming retreat. Hotels generally offer a range of amenities, from plush bedding and spacious bathrooms to Wi-Fi connections and room service, ensuring that guests have everything they need for a comfortable stay. Additionally, many hotels in Chennai boast stunning views of the city skyline or the sparkling waters of the Bay of Bengal, allowing you to unwind and recharge in a serene environment.
Furthermore, choosing hotels in Chennai offers unmatched convenience and accessibility. Located in key areas of the city, hotels are often situated close to popular tourist attractions, commercial districts, and transportation hubs. This strategic positioning allows travelers to save time and money on commuting, giving them more opportunities to explore Chennai's diverse offerings. Whether you want to visit the historic Fort St. George, soak up the sun at Marina Beach, or indulge in some retail therapy at the bustling T. Nagar market, staying at a hotel in Chennai provides easy access to these iconic destinations.
In addition to comfort and convenience, hotels in Chennai pride themselves on providing exceptional service. The staff at these establishments are well-trained, courteous, and attentive to every guest's needs. From the moment you check-in until you bid farewell, you can expect to receive personalized assistance and support. Whether it's arranging transportation, recommending local attractions, or providing timely room service, the hotel staff will go above and beyond to ensure your stay in Chennai is memorable and hassle-free. Their commitment to customer satisfaction sets hotels apart as a reliable and trustworthy option when considering accommodation in this vibrant city.
In conclusion, hotels make an excellent choice when traveling to Chennai. With their emphasis on comfort, convenience, and exceptional service, hotels provide a home away from home for travelers seeking a memorable experience. So, the next time you plan a trip to Chennai, consider opting for a hotel and enjoy all the benefits these establishments have to offer.
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Nestled in Egmore-Nungambakam, known for the Government Museum, which exhibits bronze statues and ancient artifacts from the Indus Valley Civilization, the 2-star Hotel Park Plaza Chennai is at a 1.3 km distance from culture-oriented attractions like the Bronze gallery "Egmore Government Museum". This Chennai hotel offers excellent services and multilingual staff.
The property is located in the heart of Chennai, 10 minutes' drive from Senate House and in the neighbourhood of Malabar Masjid. The Park Plaza Chennai is just 5 minutes' walk from Sacred Heart Shrine, and Green Health Spa & Saloon, where guests can indulge in relaxation, stands a 5-minute walk away. Its' central location gives access to sports attractions like Ma Chidambaram Stadium, which is a 5-minute ride away. Hotel Park Plaza is 5 minutes' walk from Egmore Railway bus station and only minutes from Egmore underground station.
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Regenta Central Deccan
From 48$
Featuring a bureau de change and a cash machine, Regenta Central Deccan Chennai, Royapettah is situated in the Central Chennai district, within 25 minutes' walk of Ramakrishna Temple. Offering 3 onsite restaurants with Asian and Indian cuisine, the hotel is set within 10 minutes' drive of the Bronze gallery "Egmore Government Museum".
The accommodation is placed about 20 km from Chennai International airport and at a 1.9 km distance from such cultural venues as Vivekananda House Museum. Semmozhi Poonga Botanical Garden is steps away from the Regenta Central Deccan Chennai, Royapettah Chennai, while Ajanta bus stop is merely a 5-minute walk away. Green Day Spa is located within short walking distance of the property. Mundakakanni Amman Koil city rail station is less than a 10-minute walk away.
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Bhimaas Temple Tree Hotel
From 39$
Set nearly 25 minutes' walk from Madras Kali Bari Temple, the 3-star Bhimaas Temple Tree Hotel Chennai includes 39 rooms. Guests who stay at the hotel can park their car on site.
This budget property is located in Chennai, opposite to Vadapalani tube station. Semmozhi Poonga Garden is about 10 minutes by car from the hotel, while Chennai International airport is 15 km from it. There is the ancient shrine "Kapaleeshwarar Temple" around 6 km away, while Vadapalani Terminus bus station within close distance of the accommodation.
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The Spring Hotel
From 53$
The 3-star Spring Hotel is situated in the heart of Chennai a 20-minute stroll from such shopping venues as Express Avenue Mall. Located a 10-minute drive from Citi Center Chennai, the designer hotel features 36 rooms with views of the city.
The modern accommodation is placed in the Central Chennai district of Chennai, about a 5-minute ride from the style Kapaleeshwarar Temple and within 5 minutes' drive of Spencer's Plaza Shopping Mall. Places of worship to visit within 3.8 km of the boutique Spring Chennai include Vadapalani Murugan Temple. Nature lovers will appreciate the proximity to Agathishwara Perumal Koil Kulam, which is nearly an 18-minute walk away. The Spring Hotel is not so far from Ispahani Centre, and Ag-Dms lies a mere 850 metres away. This Chennai property stands close to Semmozhi Poonga Garden, within 5 minutes' walk of Woodlands bus stop.
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Holiday Inn Chennai Omr It Expressway By Ihg
From 70$
The 5-star Holiday Inn Chennai Omr It Expressway, An Ihg Hotel is 15 km away from Chennai International airport and provides airport transfer and car rentals. Light House is placed about 2.2 km away, and the 8th-smallest Guindy National Park is within 3.5 km of this Chennai inn.
Located in the South Chennai district of Chennai, the property is 3 km from family-friendly attractions like Guindy Snake Park. The Holiday Inn Chennai Omr It Expressway, An Ihg offers proximity to such natural sights as the friendly Chennai Snake Park (3.1 km) and Elliot's Beach (2.9 km). The accommodation is situated within a minutes' drive from VGP Universal Kingdom, while Thiruvanmiyur MTC Depot bus station lies 10 minutes' walk away. Holiday Inn Chennai Omr It Expressway, An Ihg Hotel is set a 15-minute walk from Tiruvanmiyur city rail.
Hotels in Chennai
| Most comfortable Hotel 🛏️ | Hotel Park Plaza |
| Best reviews Hotel ❤️ | Regenta Central Deccan |
| Hotel with balcony 🌤️ | Bhimaas Temple Tree Hotel |
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Lemon Tree Hotel Chennai
From 10$
Standing within 7 minutes' walk of the 8th-smallest National Children's Park, the 4-star Lemon Tree Hotel Chennai enjoys a central location in the very heart of Chennai. Guests have access to a swimming pool, a fitness room and Wi Fi throughout the property.
Located about a 10-minute ride from St Thomas Mount Hill Shrine, this contemporary hotel is also within 10 minutes' drive of the family-friendly Chennai Snake Park. The Lemon Tree Hotel is situated 10 minutes' drive from Vadapalani Murugan Temple, which is considered to be a sacred site. The state-run Anna University is a 25-minute stroll away, while Little Mount is only a few minutes from the accommodation. The comfortable Lemon Tree Hotel Chennai is 400 metres of Saidapet Court bus station.
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City Home
From 18$
Located at a 2.9 km distance from Ripon Building, the 3-star City Home Chennai provides guests with guided tour service for a better travel experience. This Chennai hotel offers such amenities as a currency exchange and a tour desk.
The property is placed in the Central Chennai district of Chennai, about a 10-minute drive from Fort St George. From the hotel it will take approximately 25 minutes to walk to the multipurpose Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium. Visit Ekambeshwarar Koil Kulam, 650 metres of the accommodation, and feel complete harmony with the nature of India. Guests can easily get in touch with the history of Chennai by visiting Anna Memorial, located 25 minutes on foot from City Home. The property is within walking distance from Chennai Central tube station, providing easy access to all the Chennai's attractions.
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Siesta Star T. Nagar Hotel
From 35$
Overlooking the city, the 3-star Siesta Star T. Nagar Hotel Chennai is located within a 10-minute drive of the ancient shrine "Kapaleeshwarar Temple". Highlights at the hotel include WiFi in the rooms.
The accommodation is set in the Central Chennai district, 2.3 km from the hard-to-miss historical sites like Valluvar Kottam Monument. This Chennai hotel is at 250 metres of Barbeque Nation and a stroll from SDAT Tennis Stadium. The property is located 15 minutes by car from MGR Memorial. Siesta Star T. Nagar Hotel is sited in a short walking distance from Bazullah road bus stop.
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Novotel Chennai Omr
From 55$
Positioned 25 km from Chennai International airport, the 5-star Novotel Chennai Omr features airport shuttles and car rentals for guests to take advantage of. Iskcon is placed nearly 10 minutes' drive away, and the easygoing Akkarai Beach is 2.8 km from this Chennai hotel.
Located in Sholinganallur that attracts pelicans and storks, the property is 2.6 km from family-friendly attractions like Snow Kingdom Amusement Center. VGP Universal Kingdom Amusement Park is also located 2.5 km from the hotel. Well-connected to many sights, the accommodation is not very far from Sholinganallur bus stop.
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Sheraton Grand Chennai Resort & Spa
From 161$
Featuring a bureau de change and a lift, the 5-star Sheraton Grand Chennai Resort & Spa is located a mere 9 minutes' walk from The Madras Crocodile Bank Trust and Centre for Herpetology Zoo. The resort offers entertainment activities and various recreational opportunities as well as guest rooms with views of the bay.
The 7th-11th Century Vishnu Nithya Kalyana Perumal Temple is 2.1 km away, while Covelong Catholic Church is about a 15-minute ride from the property. The Sheraton Grand Chennai Resort & Spa is within walking distance to East Coast. Options for cultural tourism include Dr.Arun's Photography And Vintage Camera Museum, set 10 minutes away by car. The nearest bus stop is Muthalai Pannai just 100 metres away.
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Quality Inn Sabari
From 51$
Located within 0.9 km of Ag-Dms tube station, Quality Inn Sabari Chennai features a currency exchange and a lift. This inn offers 72 guest rooms with views of the city.
Such city attractions as Semmozhi Poonga Botanical Garden, which is a stroll from the accommodation, and Thirumala Thirupathi Devasthanam, which is just a 12-minute walk away, are well worth a visit. The 4-star hotel is situated in the Central Chennai district, 5 minutes' walk from Valluvar Kottam Memorial. Located in Chennai, this property lies a short distance from Kamaraj Memorial House. Guests will find Bazullah road bus stop next to Quality Inn Sabari, only 550 metres away.
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Ibis Chennai Sipcot - An Accor Brand Hotel
From 24$
The 3-star Ibis Chennai Sipcot - An Accor Brand Hotel is placed steps away from the historic district of Chennai and offers various recreational opportunities and entertainment activities. Sathyabama University is placed approximately a 10-minute ride away, and the deemed Hindustan University is around a 10-minute ride from the eco-friendly hotel.
This Chennai property is located in a business area, in proximity to The Marina Mall. The hotel is sited within 1.3 km of Chennai Mathematical Institute. Nature lovers will appreciate the proximity to Bay of Bengal, which is a 20-minute walk away. Also, Ibis Chennai Sipcot - An Accor Brand Hotel is 25 minutes' walk from Mayajaal Sports Complex. Situated in the very heart of Chennai, the property is within easy walking distance from Sipcot bus stop.
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Hotel Chennai Gate
From 29$
Positioned 20 km from Chennai International airport, the 2-star Hotel Chennai Gate provides guests with airport shuttle bus service and cars for rent. The 1821 neoclassical Scottish St Andrew's Presbyterian Church is placed about a 15-minute walk away, and Senate House is around 10 minutes by car from this Chennai hotel.
The property in Egmore-Nungambakam, known for the Government Museum, which exhibits bronze statues and ancient artifacts from the Indus Valley Civilization is approximately 16 minutes' walk from the Bronze gallery "Egmore Government Museum" and about 10 minutes' drive from such shopping venues as Spencer's Plaza Shopping Mall. The Gate Chennai offers proximity to natural sights like Semmozhi Poonga Garden (3.1 km) and the natural urban Marina Beach (3.7 km). Travellers will enjoy proximity to entertainment attractions like Albert Movie Theater, which are about a 15-minute walk away. Egmore underground station, set a short way to Hotel Chennai Gate, provides a quick connection to all areas of Chennai.
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Offering an outdoor pool and a fitness studio, Park Plaza Chennai Omr Hotel is located in the very heart of Chennai. Highlights at this hotel include a currency exchange and a lift as well as Wi-Fi throughout the property.
Guests may find VGP Aqua Kingdom nearly a 10-minute ride from the accommodation, and the public technical and research university "Indian Institute Of Technology" is approximately a 15-minute drive away. The Park Plaza Chennai Omr is also 10 minutes by car from such natural sights as Thiruvanmiyur Beach. This property is located in palm trees. The 5-star Park Plaza Chennai Omr Hotel is placed within 10 minutes' drive of Snow Kingdom Amusement Center. Ptc quarters bus stop lies merely a 10-minute stroll away.
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Golden Fruits Business Suites
From 47$
Set in the Central Chennai district of Chennai, at a 2.5 km distance from Semmozhi Poonga Garden, the 3-star Golden Fruits Business Suites offers a terrace. Wi Fi is featured in the rooms and a bureau de change and a lift are available on site.
The aparthotel boasts a prime location in Chennai, really close to Nandanam underground station. This Chennai hotel is positioned in a tourist area in proximity to heritage sites. There is Nageshwara Rao Recreational Park about 2.8 km away, and Thyagaraya Nagar Terminus bus station about a 10-minute walk from the property. The nearest underground station is 10 minutes' walk away.
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Savera Hotel
From 56$
Located in the shopping Central Chennai district, Savera Hotel offers a swimming pool and parking on site. An Asian restaurant is available in this Chennai hotel that boasts a central location, about a 5-minute walk from such entertainment venues as the south Indian Music Academy Chennai.
The property is situated around a 6-minute walk from Indian Bank and nearly 20 minutes' walk from Express Avenue Mall. The hotel provides history lovers with proximity to Valluvar Kottam Memorial (2.3 km) and MGR Memorial (3.3 km). The accommodation is located approximately 25 minutes' walk from Sai Baba Temple Mylapore. Savera Hotel is really close to Music Academy bus stop.
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The Residency Towers Hotel
From 118$
Situated just a stroll from a bazaar and a mall, and around a 25-minute walk from Sai Baba Temple Mylapore, the 5-star Residency Towers Hotel Chennai offers a barber shop and a storage room for guests' overall comfort. Placed in the heart of Chennai, this luxury hotel includes a year-round outdoor swimming pool together with a steam room, a hot tub and a massage chair.
The business property has a prime location in Chennai, 10 minutes' walk from Teynampet underground station, just a short drive from Pondy Bazaar. The Central Chennai district of Chennai, where the Residency Towers Chennai sits, grants access to cultural attractions like the Indian Egmore Government Museum, which is about 3.7 km away. Visit Balasubramani Temple Tank, at a 0.7 km distance from the accommodation, and feel complete harmony with the nature of India. The Residency Towers Hotel is located in the tourist area of Chennai, relatively close to Thirumala Thirupathi Devasthanam. Globus bus stop is 5 minutes' walk away.
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Featuring a currency exchange and a lift, Hilton Chennai Hotel lies in the shopping district of Chennai, around 5 minutes by car from the guindy National Children's Park. Offering views of the city, this 5-star hotel is placed within an easy walking distance from Olympia Tech Park and boasts a swimming pool.
Surrounded by palm trees, the property is within 10 minutes' drive of Chennai International airport. Located 5 minutes on foot from Ekkattuthangal underground station, the hotel is within a 5-minute drive of Tea Shop. Explore the historical sights of Chennai starting with Valluvar Kottam Monument set about 6 km away. Hilton Chennai Hotel is quite a walk from Ekkatuthaangal bus station.
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Located at a 3.9 km distance from the urban Marina Beach, the 5-star Hyatt Regency Chennai Hotel offers a 24-hour business centre and meeting rooms for those arriving on business. This luxurious hotel is placed 10 minutes' drive from the guindy National Children's Park, and invites guests to one of the 7 onsite restaurants.
The modern property is placed in the business Central Chennai district, 10 minutes by car from a sacred site like the style Kapaleeshwarar Temple. You can find Valluvar Kottam Memorial, which is a great place to explore the area, a 10-minute ride from the luxury Hyatt Regency. Visit Balasubramani Temple Tank, just 10 minutes' walk from this business accommodation, and feel complete harmony with the nature of India. Feel in total harmony with nature by visiting Semmozhi Poonga Garden, at a short distance from Hyatt Regency Chennai Hotel. The property is close to the public transport, as it is set 10 minutes on foot from Teynampet underground station and a mere 5 minutes' stroll from Vanavil bus stop.
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Trident Chennai Hotel
From 132$
Offering fitness classes and entertainment activities, the 5-star Trident Chennai Hotel is set approximately 15 minutes by car from the public technical and research university "Indian Institute Of Technology". Guests of this Chennai hotel, near a train station, are invited to get re-energized using a swimming pool and an outdoor swimming pool and locker rooms.
Located near the South Chennai district of Chennai, the property is within a 10-minute drive of the guindy National Children's Park. The Trident Chennai is situated within 25 minutes' walk of Anjaneya Temple, which is considered to be a sacred site. Visit Pannachiamman Koil Tank, 1.2 km from the accommodation, and feel complete harmony with the nature of India. Trident Chennai Hotel is also 15 minutes' drive from the public state Anna University.
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Radisson Blu Hotel & Suites Grt Chennai
From 111$
Positioned 5 km from Chennai International airport, the 5-star Radisson Blu Hotel Grt, Chennai International Airport features airport transfer and car rentals for guests to take advantage of. The Rajiv Gandhi Memorial is placed around 4.9 km away, and St Thomas Mount Christian Shrine is about a 15-minute ride from the luxury hotel.
Located in the South Chennai district of Chennai, this Chennai property is 7 km from family-friendly attractions like the modern B M Birla Planaturium Planetarium. The Radisson Blu Hotel Grt, Chennai International Airport is also within 4.4 km of such natural sights as the 8th-smallest National Children's Park. The public technical and research university "Indian Institute Of Technology" lies 15 minutes' drive away, while Nanganallur Road is a stroll from the accommodation. Nanganallur Market t bus stop, offering a direct link to the city attractions and main places, is 15 minutes on foot from Radisson Blu Hotel Grt, Chennai International Airport.