Taj Connemara, Chennai Hotel
13.063034, 80.26189Overview
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
Rooms and availability
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Max:4 persons
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Bed options:1 King-size bed and 1 Sofa bed
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Max:2 persons
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Shower
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Non-smoking
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Max:3 persons
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Bed options:1 King-size bed
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Shower
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Non-smoking
Facilities
Main facilities
Valet parking
Luggage storage
Locker room
24-hour reception
24-hour security
Bar/ Lounge area
Restaurant
Welcome drink
Coffee shop
Paid shuttle service
Fitness centre
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
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
- City landmarks
- Nearby
- Restaurants
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