The Leela Palace Chennai

Property class: 5 and above

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Reviews

9.4 out of 10, Loved by guests
Top-rated by travelers

Clubby seafront palace on the Bay

The city's only seafront palace channels Chettinad grandeur, with a clubby, mahogany-toned hush over warm browns, burnished golds, and deep reds. The signature Tishya fragrance adds a subtle lotus finish, all set against panoramic Bay of Bengal views in Adyar's quiet MRC Nagar, near the central business district.
VIP Access

  • All-day dining with a view

    Spectra pairs Adyar River and Bay vistas with seven interactive culinary islands.

  • Urban wellness sanctuary

    The Spa spans 16,000 square feet with 12 treatment rooms, sleep pods, and tea lounges

  • Courtyard ceremony at dusk

    The theepantham ritual brings a Sringa horn, lit lamps, and live Carnatic music
$162 nightly
The total price is $191
Oct 10 - Oct 11
Total with taxes and fees

Amenities

  • Jamavar fine dining with royal Indian flavors
  • The Library Bar single malts and cocktails
  • Ocean-view Lobby Lounge High Tea
  • China XO al fresco sea-view dining
  • The Cake Shop pastries and artisan chocolates
  • Fitness studio with Technogym equipment
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Why we love this property

Work and play paradise
Central business district hotel provides a 24-hour business center and meeting rooms. After work, enjoy spa treatments and sauna relaxation.
Epic dining experiences
This hotel boasts 3 restaurants including a 24-hour spot with ocean views. Savor Indian cuisine, arrange private picnics, or enjoy vegan and vegetarian options.

Room options

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View all photos for Grand Place Room, Sea View (1 King or 2 Twin)

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a television, and a view of the ocean.

Grand Place Room, Sea View (1 King or 2 Twin)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • 538 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Grand Place Room (1 King or 2 Twin)

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a small table with a lamp, and a large window with curtains.

Grand Place Room (1 King or 2 Twin)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(23 reviews)
  • 538 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Executive Suite

A hotel room with a television, a sofa, a coffee table with a vase of flowers, a bed with a view, and a bathroom with a bathtub.

Executive Suite

  • 807 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Premier Suite

A hotel room with a large bed, a sitting area with a chair and table, a balcony with a view, and a decorative ceiling.

Premier Suite

  • 1076 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Royal Suite, 1 Bedroom

A hotel room with a bed, two armchairs, a round glass table, a nightstand, and a view of the outdoors.

Royal Suite, 1 Bedroom

  • 1615 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Royal Suite, 2 Bedrooms

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a chair, a small table with a vase of flowers, and a view of the outdoors.

Royal Suite, 2 Bedrooms

  • 1615 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Presidential Suite

A spacious hotel room with a large bed, a sitting area with a sofa, a round glass coffee table, and a chandelier.

Presidential Suite

  • 4844 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Royal Room, Sea View (Club)

A spacious hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a desk, and a television. The room features a balcony with a view of the ocean.

Royal Room, Sea View (Club)

  • 538 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Royal Room (Club)

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a TV, and a balcony with a view.

Royal Room (Club)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 538 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Executive Suite

A formal dining room with a large table, chairs, and a chandelier.

Executive Suite

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Grand Room, Pool View (Palace)

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a bench, a lamp, and a view of the cityscape.

Grand Room, Pool View (Palace)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 538 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Premier Room (Club)

A hotel room with a bed, a bedside table with a lamp, a large mirror reflecting the bathroom, and a floral bedspread.

Premier Room (Club)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 721 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Grand Palace Pool View Room

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, and a view of the night sky.

Grand Palace Pool View Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

Royal Club Sea View Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

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About the neighborhood

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175 Sathya Dev Avenue Extn, MRC Nagar, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, 600028

What's nearby

  • M.Rm.Rm. Cultural Foundation - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Marina Beach - 5 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Kamakshi Amman Temple - 7 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Kapaleeswarar Temple - 8 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Ramakrishna Mutt Temple - 10 min drive - 3.3 km

Getting around

  • Chennai International Airport (MAA) - 42 min drive
  • Chennai Mandavelli Station - 4 min drive
  • Kasthurba Nagar Station - 5 min drive
  • Chennai Greenways Road Station - 5 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Leela Palace
  • ‪Kites, Adayar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Sangeetha Restaurant - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Meenavam Unavagam - ‬3 min drive
  • Spectra

About this property

The Leela Palace Chennai

  • At The Leela Palace Chennai, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Chennai Citi Center Mall and Tidel park. Guests can visit the spa to be pampered with massages, body wraps, or facials, and Spectra, one of 3 restaurants, serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Other features of this luxurious hotel include an outdoor pool, a bar/lounge, and a fitness center. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 316 rooms
    • Arranged over 11 floors

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 AM
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Express check-in/out available
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 21
    • Check-out time is noon
    • Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
    • To register at this property, guests who are Indian citizens must provide a valid photo identity card issued by the Government of India; travelers who are not citizens of India must present a valid passport and visa.

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 21

Children

    • Up to 2 children (6 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
    • Babysitting*

Pets

    • No pets or service animals allowed

Internet

    • WiFi and wired internet access in public areas*
    • Free WiFi and wired internet access in rooms

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Free onsite valet parking
    • Electric vehicle charging point on site

Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–10:00 AM
  • 3 restaurants
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Private dining
  • Private picnics
  • 24-hour room service
  • Snack bar/deli

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)
  • Children's pool
  • Childcare in room (surcharge)
  • Children's menu

What to do

  • Pool table
  • Beach nearby

Working away

  • 24-hour business center
  • Meeting rooms
  • Conference center

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Limo or town car service
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Hair salon
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Bike storage
  • Romance packages

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 2012
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Rooftop garden
  • Garden
  • Fitness center
  • An outdoor pool
  • Designer stores on site
  • Bicycle parking
  • Full-service spa
  • Hot tub
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Locally sourced food is prioritized
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Locally-owned & organized tours & activities
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Elevator

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • DVD player
  • 40-inch LCD TV

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Minibar
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Bathrobes and slippers
  • Children's slippers
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Window screens

Sleep well

  • Pillow menu
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Turndown service
  • Premium bedding

Freshen up

  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Hydromassage showerhead
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free newspapers
  • Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Phone
  • Desk chair
  • Electrical adapters/chargers

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe (laptop compatible)
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Composting
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers only
  • Water-efficient toilets only
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Local maps
  • Restaurant dining guide

Special features

Spa

The Spa has 9 treatment rooms. Services include facials, body wraps, body scrubs, and body treatments. The spa is equipped with a sauna and a hot tub. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy. The spa is open daily.

Dining

Spectra - Overlooking the ocean, this restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. A children's menu is available. Open 24 hours.
Jamavar - This restaurant specializes in Indian cuisine and serves dinner only. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
China XO - Overlooking the ocean, this restaurant specializes in Chinese cuisine and serves dinner only.
Library Blu - This bar overlooks the ocean.

Awards and affiliations

Sustainability Certifications
This property is certified by these third-party sustainability certification schemes: IGBC Green Existing Buildings O&M and IGBC Waste to Landfill. For more information on what these certifications require and verify, please visit their websites.
The property is a member of Preferred Hotels & Resorts.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • WiFi is available in public areas for INR 300 per hour (rates may vary)
  • Wired internet access is available in public areas for INR 300 per hour (rates may vary)
  • Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately INR 1593 per person

Children & extra beds

  • In-room babysitting is available for an extra charge
  • Rollaway beds are available for INR 2000.0 per night

Policies

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy.
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Some facilities may have restricted access. Guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International
Cashless transactions are available.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

Also known as

Chennai Leela
Chennai Leela Palace
Leela Chennai
Leela Palace Chennai
Leela Palace Hotel Chennai
Palace Chennai
Leela Palace Chennai Hotel
Leela Palace Hotel
The Leela Palace Chennai Hotel
The Leela Palace Chennai Chennai
The Leela Palace Chennai Hotel Chennai

Frequently asked questions

Does The Leela Palace Chennai offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Leela Palace Chennai does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at The Leela Palace Chennai?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool and a children's pool.

Are pets allowed at The Leela Palace Chennai?

Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at The Leela Palace Chennai?

Yes, there's free self and valet parking. Electric vehicle charging is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Leela Palace Chennai?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 AM. Check-out time is noon. Express check-in and check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at The Leela Palace Chennai and nearby?

The Leela Palace Chennai has a spa and an outdoor pool, as well as a steam room and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near The Leela Palace Chennai?

Yes, there are 3 onsite restaurants, featuring Indian cuisine and ocean views.

Does The Leela Palace Chennai have rooms with private hot tubs?

Yes, each room has a deep soaking bathtub.

What's the area around The Leela Palace Chennai like?

The Leela Palace Chennai is located on the waterfront in Mylapore Tiruvallikk. Popular attractions include Consulate General of the United States, Chennai, which is 8 minutes away by car.

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Reviews

The Leela Palace Chennai Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

8.0

Location

9.4

Staff & service

9.6

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was excellent with many varieties and good options available. (40 reviews)
  • The restaurant offered excellent food with great variety and impeccable service. (43 reviews)
  • The pool was well maintained, spectacular, and a serene backdrop for lounging, with some guests even considering it one of the best in the city. (13 reviews)
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10/10 Exceptional

Great food
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10/10 Exceptional

Felt in heaven!!! Staff were very helpful! Premises were spectacular!! Food and drink absolutely great!
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10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel, as expected. The common areas and the breakfast dining area has a lot of natural light and a pleasant view of the garden and the seaside.We especially enjoyed the breakfast buffet.
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10/10 Exceptional

Everything about the Leela Palace was lovely! We enjoyed the breakfast buffet and the staff at the Spa were also excellent.
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10/10 Exceptional

The beach view was incredibly beautiful. The service was impeccable. And the food was great as well. Very lovely stay.
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10/10 Exceptional

One of the best hotels in Chennai...spacios rooms. Very nice reception. Young team was great.
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10/10 Exceptional

The hotel and staff was amazing, a great hotel food was amazing, there a great variety, our butler service Pritam was so helpful a great to have thankyou so much, anything we needed he was there
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10/10 Exceptional

Food was amazing and property was well maintained. Exceptional and outstandingly warm service by the butler Ratan and every staff we encountered were very friendly.
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10/10 Exceptional

This is an exceptional hotel with service you would wish for everywhere. The staff are all amazingly well trained and welcoming with an attention to detail being given to every experience of your stay. A truly inspiring hotel which never fails to wow.
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10/10 Exceptional

Staff was very accommodating and attentive, room was spotless food was excellent.
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10/10 Exceptional

Great ambience... clean rooms. Loved my stay at the Leela Palace
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10/10 Exceptional

As always, the Leela Palace sets the standard for luxury accommodations in Chennai. The rooms are exceptionally comfortable, the food is delicious and the ambience is extremely welcoming — you can’t
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10/10 Exceptional

Very friendly, helpful and courteous staff, well decorated and beautiful room, excellent restaurant (we tried Spectra).
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10/10 Exceptional

Staff and all the amenities were top quality
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10/10 Exceptional

The room had quite a bit of dust and some places had mould. The breakfast had a wide choice, but the taste was not as great. Otherwise really had a lovely stay and the staff were excellent in their service. The issues we had were instantly resolved. The staff there almost became like a family.
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10/10 Exceptional

Best hotel I loved it so much! 10/10 they were so respectful, clean, warm, breakfast was amazing!
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10/10 Exceptional

Rooms were sparkling!
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10/10 Exceptional

Amazing hospitality and service. Highly recommend stay here.
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10/10 Exceptional

The staff went above and beyond and took care of our family. Leela's customer service is the reason that we prefer this hotel amongst all other 5-star hotels. Our Chennai experience meant that when we went to Udaipur 2 weeks later, we booked Leela Udaipur too, and as always has an amazing experience. Thank you Leela Chennai team for a great stay!!
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10/10 Exceptional

Enjoyed the service.
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10/10 Exceptional

Great service and beautiful hotel
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10/10 Exceptional

Great stay for a week. Buffets were sumptuous. Staff was very courteous.
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10/10 Exceptional

The breakfast choices were off the scale! What ever you wanted they had it! Amazing choices from the basics to local specialties! Amazing. The gym was pretty well equipment if not a little cramped where the workout machines had been placed. Very good for a Hotel gym TBH and never busy when I went (0630-0800)
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8/10 Very good

Bed was so comfortable. Room was spacious with a nice wardrobe space. Staff was friendly and hospitable. Love: chai tea and dosai at breakfast. 7 pm performance at lobby. Sunday brunch.
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8/10 Very good

Lovely premises and very courteous staff. Beautifully decorated for New Years. Comfortable and spacious room with great amenities. Excellent food. Salon could use an upgrade.