Taj Connemara, Chennai Hotel

$$$$||View on mapChennai, India2 Binny Road, Chennai, India, 600002|
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Taj Connemara, Chennai Hotel
2 Binny Road, Chennai, India, 600002·View on map
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Overall Score
Great
8.7Great
Staff9.2
Cleanliness8.9
Comfort8.9
Location8.9
Facilities8.7
Who stays here
Business34%
Families31%
Couples16%
Solo10%

Overview

Overall Score
Great
8.7Great
Staff9.2
Cleanliness8.9
Comfort8.9
Location8.9
Facilities8.7
Who stays here
Business34%
Families31%
Couples16%
Solo10%

5-star heritage hotel in Chennai - the city's only heritage hotel, operating since 1854

Heritage & History

Taj Connemara, Chennai is the only heritage hotel in the city, with a history dating back to 1854. The property preserves 19th-century colonial architecture through careful maintenance of its original structure. Guests can walk through gardens and shared lounges that retain the charm of that era.

Dining

The hotel houses two award-winning restaurants: Raintree Restaurant serves traditional Chettinad cuisine, while Verandah offers Anglo-Indian, Italian, Indian and South Indian dishes. The Lady Connemara Bar & Lounge provides afternoon tea and signature cocktails in a heritage setting. A daily complimentary reception fosters interaction among guests in the shared lounge area.

Wellness & Recreation

Jiva Spa offers a variety of wellness treatments, including massages, facials, body scrubs, and steam room sessions. An outdoor swimming pool with sun loungers and umbrellas is available year-round. The fitness center has cardio machines, and a personal trainer can be arranged on request.

Rooms & Accommodation

Rooms at Connemara Hotel include Heritage Rooms and the Colonial Suite, each with a private bathroom featuring a deep soaking bathtub. The Colonial Suite provides a separate seating area and direct access to a large garden. All accommodations come with flat-screen TVs and a workspace for business travellers.

Services & Location

Taj Connemara Chennai is located 200 metres from Spencer Plaza Mall and within walking distance of Marina Beach and Government Museum Chennai. The 24-hour front desk staff provide practical local advice, and concierge services can arrange car hire or shuttle transport. Event facilities include meeting rooms and conference space, plus a daily complimentary reception in the shared lounge.

  • Heritage: Only heritage hotel in Chennai, operating since 1854
  • Dining: Two award-winning restaurants - Raintree (Chettinad) & Verandah (all-day)
  • Wellness: Jiva Spa with signature treatments, outdoor pool, steam room
  • Rooms: Colonial Suite with garden views, deep soaking bathtubs in all rooms
  • Location: 200m from Spencer Plaza Mall, near Marina Beach and Government Museum
  • Business: Meeting rooms, conference space, daily complimentary reception
Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 14:00-23:59
until 12:00
Amenities
Private parking is possible on site for free.
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.
Other information
Breakfast
A full breakfast is served at the price of Rs. 1,298 per person per day. 
Children & extra beds
Maximum capacity of extra beds in a room is 1. 
Pets
Pets are allowed on request.
Building
Number of floors:4
Number of rooms:147
Former name
Vivanta by Taj Connemara Chennai
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Rooms and availability

Suite
  • Max:
    4 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King-size bed and 1 Sofa bed
Basic Room
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Shower
  • Non-smoking
Apartment
  • Max:
    3 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King-size bed
  • Shower
  • Non-smoking
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Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi
Parking

Valet parking

Luggage storage

Luggage storage

Locker room

24-hour services

24-hour reception

24-hour security

Food/ Drinks

Bar/ Lounge area

Restaurant

Welcome drink

Coffee shop

Shuttle

Paid shuttle service

Fitness/ Gym

Fitness centre

Swimming pool

Outdoor swimming pool

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness centre
  • Sports trainer

Services

  • Paid shuttle service
  • Valet parking
  • Pet amenities available
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Car hire
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Welcome drink
  • Happy hour

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Business centre
  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cots
  • Babysitting/Child services
  • Children's menu
  • Children's pool

Facilities for people with disabilities

  • Toilet for disabled
  • Bathroom for disabled

Spa & Leisure

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Sun loungers
  • Sun terrace
  • Garden area
  • BBQ facilities
  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Spa & wellness centre
  • Turkish bath
  • Steam room
  • Pedicure
  • Manicure
  • Waxing
  • Body scrub
  • Facial
  • Treatment room
  • Massage
  • Make up services

Room view

  • Pool view
  • With view

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Mini-bar
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Direct dial telephone
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Parquet floor
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Essential information about Taj Connemara, Chennai Hotel

💵 Lowest room price 91 £
📏 Distance to centre 1.4 km
✈️ Distance to airport 17.3 km
🧳 Nearest airport Chennai International, MAA

Location

2 Binny Road, Chennai, India, 600002
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2 Binny Road, Chennai, India, 600002
  • City landmarks
  • Nearby
  • Restaurants
Shopping Area
Express Avenue Mall
550 m
Shopping Area
Spencer's Plaza Shopping Mall
550 m
103/1A
Dash N Splash
550 m
#88
Art Mart
550 m
Restaurant
The Verandah
0 m
Restaurant
Annalakshmi Restaurant
490 m
Restaurant
Entree
350 m
Restaurant
Kefi
290 m
Restaurant
Beyond Indus
340 m
Restaurant
Blend
290 m
Restaurant
Clubhouse
340 m
Restaurant
La Woods Hotel Restaurant
470 m
Restaurant
The Presidency Club
470 m

Reviews of Taj Connemara, Chennai Hotel

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FAQ about Taj Connemara, Chennai

Which attractions can we visit during our stay at the Taj Connemara, Chennai Hotel?
Kapaleeshwarar Temple, placed 25 minutes' stroll from the Taj Connemara, Chennai Hotel, as well as Arulmigu Sri Parthasarathy Temple Divyadesam (3.1 km away) are worth visiting.
Should we expect an airport shuttle to bring us to the hotel?
Shuttle which will take you to the hotel with a 16-minute drive is among the services offered by the property. Please inform the staff about your estimated arrival time.
Is there free parking in the 5-star Taj Connemara, Chennai Hotel hotel?
Yes, the 5-star Taj Connemara, Chennai Hotel hotel offers guests to park their cars at parking spaces for free.
Is there any public transport available next to the Taj Connemara, Chennai Hotel hotel?
The nearest bus station to the Taj Connemara, Chennai Hotel hotel is Ethiraj College, set 550 metres away and the closest metro station is LIC placed relatively close to the property.
Are there any dining facilities close to Taj Connemara, Chennai Hotel?
Guests of Taj Connemara, Chennai Hotel can dine in one of the popular restaurants nearby, among them pizzeria Domino's Pizza-8/10 according to reviews-or restaurant Entree with a high 8 rating.
Can I eat breakfast at the hotel?
Yes, guests can enjoy breakfast, served daily in the restaurant of the hotel.
What is check-in and check-out time at the 5-star Taj Connemara, Chennai Hotel?
Guests of the 5-star Taj Connemara, Chennai Hotel can check in from 14:00 to 23:59 and check out from 12:00.
What are the booking prices at the 5-star Taj Connemara, Chennai Hotel hotel?
The prices at the 5-star Taj Connemara, Chennai Hotel hotel start from $100.
What payment methods are accepted in the 5-star Taj Connemara, Chennai Hotel?
At the 5-star Taj Connemara, Chennai Hotel, guests can pay using Visa, American Express, and Mastercard as well as other payment methods.
What room types does the hotel comprise?
The hotel offers such room types as Triple Room, Luxury Room, and Executive King Suite.
Which facilities are offered in the rooms of the 5-star Taj Connemara, Chennai Hotel?
Specific suites at the 5-star Taj Connemara, Chennai Hotel boast views of the pool and feature a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and wireless internet and an individual safe for security reasons.
Is the 5-star Taj Connemara, Chennai Hotel equipped with amenities for persons with disabilities?
Yes, the 5-star Taj Connemara, Chennai Hotel provides wheelchair access, rooms with accessible facilities, and accessible bathrooms to improve the experience for the guests with special needs.
Which facilities are provided in the hotel?
The hotel includes such facilities as currency exchange and a tour desk, whereas guests' safety will be ensured with a safety deposit box and 24-hour security.
Does the 5-star Taj Connemara, Chennai Hotel feature any spa facilities?
At a wellness centre featured at the 5-star Taj Connemara, Chennai Hotel guests can receive such spa procedures as body scrub, pedicure, and manicure. Additionally, a Turkish steam room, a Turkish bath, and a treatment room are offered on-site.
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