We have created a list with the best castle hotels near Chennai, India. We have also included hotels in resorts, palaces, historic villas, chalets and historic properties. Hope you enjoy it. We think it might be the best of its kind around. Tip: Set your dates to see room prices!
A list by Anna Pinto & Ted Valentin. Updated February 2024.
Unique. Superb breakfast.Opened January 2022. Situated in Mahabalipuram, 600 metres from Pallava Beach, Kaldan Samudhra Palace features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a restaurant. This 5-star resort offers a kids' club and room service. The accommodation provides evening entertainment and a concierge service. All rooms at the resort come with air conditioning, a seating area, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a safety deposit box and a private bathroom with a shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. Kaldan Samudhra Palace offers some rooms with sea views, and rooms come with a balcony. At the accommodation rooms are equipped with bed linen and towels. You can play darts at Kaldan Samudhra Palace, and the area is popular for cycling. With staff speaking Bengali, English, Hindi and Tamil, round-the-clock advice is available at the reception. Arignar Anna Zoological Park is 41 km from the resort, while Indian Institute of Technology, Madras is 46 km from the property. The nearest airport is Chennai International Airport, 51 km from Kaldan Samudhra Palace.Show full description
Delightful property. Cosy rooms. Spread across 4.8 acres of peaceful land, the luxurious Leela Palace Chennai offers an outdoor pool and a fitness centre. Its grand and well-designed rooms enjoy 24-hour room services. Free parking is available. Overlooking the sea, the spacious air-conditioned guestrooms all come with a 40-inch flat-screen TV, Blu-ray player, well-stocked minibar and a sofa. Leela Palace Chennai is 2 km from St. Thomas Basilica and Marina Beach. It is 4 km from Parthasarathy Temple. Anna International Airport and Kamaraj Domestic Airport are 16 km away. Spectra restaurant boasts 7 interactive kitchens and views of the Adyar River. Other dining options include Jamavar Indian Restaurant, China XO Chinese restaurant and Library Blu bar. Guests can rent a car to explore the area, arrange a day trip, or visit the nearby golf course. The hotel also provides a florist, concierge desk and meeting rooms.Show full description
Close to beach front. Historic property. Comfortable beds. Offering chalets with free Wi-Fi and a private balcony, the Radisson Blu Resort Temple Bay Mamallapuram provides an ideal retreat for relaxation. The hotel boasts large outdoor pools and a golf course. All chalets are air-conditioned and feature tile flooring. They are fitted with a flat-screen TV, a safe and a minibar. Some chalets offer pool or sea views. Guests at the Radisson Blu Resort Temple Bay Mamallapuram can enjoy a massage at the spa. The hotel also offers in-house shops and bicycle rental. Waters Edge Café and Santa Maria Restaurant serve international cuisine, while The Wharf offers grilled seafood and pasta. Drinks can be enjoyed at Maritime Tales Bar and Sinbad Bar. The property is in close proximity of all the monuments like Shore Temple, Krishna Butter Ball, Panch Rathas, Light House and multiple others.Radisson Blu Resort Temple Bay Mamallapuram is 58 km from Chennai Airport. It is 96 km from historical city Pondicherry. Infinity Pool is under renovation and guests can use the Meandering pool.Show full description
This might be the most relaxing resort in Chennai. It also has lovely pool facilities and a great SPA.
Beach front location. Romantic. Friendly staff. Set on the scenic East Coast Road, Sheraton Grand Chennai Resort & Spa is just a minute away from The Madras Crocodile Bank (Reptile Zoo). Boasting a 24-hour front desk, this property also welcomes guests with 2 restaurants, The Reef and C Salt, lounge bar called Pintail, Shine spa, the Sheraton fitness studio, kids club, recreation lounge and an infinity pool. At the hotel, each room is fitted with a wardrobe and a 49” flat-screen Smart TV with HDMI channels. Rooms come with a four fixture bathroom and free toiletries, and all rooms will provide you with balcony. Selected balconies offer combined view of infinity pool, lush green lawn & deep blue sea A vast spread of breakfast including continental cuisine is available daily at The Reef. Guests can indulge in beach cycling, yoga, zumba, body zorbing, ground zorbing, archery, Table Tennis, Pool and Wall mounted Chess. The property is in close proximity to major IT hubs. Chettinad Health City is 10.5 km from the resort. The nearest airport is Chennai International Airport, 40 km from Sheraton Grand Chennai Resort & Spa.Show full description
Situated on the site of an Old Dutch Fort, Taj Fisherman’s Cove Resort & Spa offers 5-star luxury by Chennai’s coast. Taj Fisherman’s Cove Resort & Spa is just 2.6 km from the heritage village of Dakshina Chitra and offers free parking. The heritage town of Mahabalipuram is a 20 minute drive away. Siruseri IT park is 12 km from the property. It is 16 km from Tiger Cave and 32 km from Chennai Airport. Set in tropical landscapes, air-conditioned units feature minimalist interiors and flat-screen TVs. They come with a hairdryer and bathrobes. Guests can enjoy relaxing massages after active workouts at the gym or tennis courts. Offering concierge service, staff can also attend to business and travel needs. Overlooking the Bay of Bengal, Upper Deck offers intimate outdoor dining with Mediterranean dishes. After-meal cocktails are served at the bar.Show full description
Very cosy. Great value. Fairfield by Marriott Sriperumbudur features an outdoor swimming pool, fitness centre, a garden and restaurant in Sriperumbudur. Offering a bar, the property is located within 31 km of Arignar Anna Zoological Park. The accommodation offers a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service and free WiFi throughout the property. Guests at the hotel can enjoy a buffet breakfast. Fairfield by Marriott Sriperumbudur offers a sun terrace. You can play billiards, table tennis and mini-golf at this 4-star hotel, and free use of bicycles and car hire are available. Madras Medical College is 32 km from the accommodation, while Chennai Trade Centre is 40 km away. The nearest airport is Chennai International Airport, 35 km from Fairfield by Marriott Sriperumbudur.Show full description
Offering outdoor pool and a spa and wellness centre, Ideal Beach Resort is located in Chennai. Wi-Fi access is available in this resort. The property is located 52 km from Chennai Airport and Chennai Railway Station. Mahabalipuram Lighthouse, Shore Temple, Arjuna's Penance and Mahabalipuram beach are 2 km away. The accommodation will provide you with a TV, air conditioning and a balcony. There is also an electric kettle. Featuring a shower, private bathrooms also come with a bath and a hairdryer. You can enjoy a pool view and a garden view from all the rooms. Extras include a minibar, a seating area and cable channels. At Ideal Beach Resort you will find a restaurant and a fitness centre Other facilities offered at the property include meeting facilities, a tour desk and luggage storage. The in-house restaurant serves Indian, Chinese, Continental and Sri Lankan cuisine. The pool side bar serves refreshing beverages. Room service options are available 24-hours a day.Show full description
Luxurious. Great restaurant. InterContinental Chennai Mahabalipuram Resort is set in Covelong, along the pristine beach coastline of the Bay of Bengal. The property is located within close proximity to the UNESCO World Heritage Site in Mahabalipuram. The hotel has an Ayurvedic spa centre, a private beach area, an outdoor pool and tennis court. The rooms and suites overlook either a Lotus Pond or the Grand Courtyard. Every room has a flat-screen TV. Certain units feature a seating area for your convenience. Rooms include a private bathroom with bathtub and rainshower facility. There is a walk-in wardrobe. The suites have an in-room dining option overlooking the Bay of Bengal. Extras include slippers and a hair dryer. InterContinental Chennai Mahabalipuram Resort features free WiFi throughout the property. InterContinental Chennai Mahabalipuram Resort offers dining and bar options.Tao of Peng overlooks the garden and offers contemporary Chinese, European, Pan Asian & Indian cuisines. The all-day dining has both indoor and alfresco seating. guests can also enjoy a drink at The Gatsby Lounge. There is a fully equipped gym at the property. Car hire is available. The property is a 5-minute walk from Crocodile Bank Park and a 20minute drive from UNESCO heritage sites like Shore Temple, Panch Rathas and Krishna's Butter Ball. Chennai International Airport is 29 km away.Show full description
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