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Taj Connemara

Property class: 5 and above
Luxury hotel with spa, near Sankara Nethralaya

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In the heart of Chennai, Taj Connemara offers a serene oasis with a coffee shop and garden. Unwind in the outdoor pool or treat yourself to a rejuvenating spa treatment at this luxury eco-certified hotel near Sankara Nethralaya.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Connecting rooms available

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Steam room
  • Children's pool
  • Room service
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • In-room childcare
  • Conference center
  • Business center

For families (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Children's pool
  • In-room childcare (surcharge)
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
$86 nightly
The total price is $101
Apr 17 - Apr 18
Total with taxes and fees

Why we love this property

Spa serenity
A full-service spa offers massages, facials, and body treatments at this hotel. Guests can unwind in the steam room or find peace in the garden.
City center luxury oasis
Marvel at enchanting garden views while dining at this hotel's two restaurants. This luxury city center oasis offers poolside and garden vistas.
Foodie heaven
Experience pool-view dining at the 24-hour restaurant or savor Indian cuisine with garden views. The hotel offers a cafe, bar, and buffet breakfast.

Room options

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Showing 11 of 11 rooms

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Executive Suite | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Executive Suite

  • 592 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Colonial Room King Bed | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Colonial Room King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 667 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite (Heritage) | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Suite (Heritage)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed (Heritage) | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Room, 1 King Bed (Heritage)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)
  • 355 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Colonial Suite | Living room | 49-inch LED TV with satellite channels, TV

Colonial Suite

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 Twin Bed (Heritage) | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Room, 1 Twin Bed (Heritage)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 355 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Luxury Room, 1 King Bed

1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Luxury Room, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Luxury Grande Room King Bed

1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Luxury Grande Room King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)
  • 452 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Luxury Room, 1 Twin Bed | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Luxury Room, 1 Twin Bed

  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Pool View (Heritage)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Suite (The Connemara)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
Binny Road, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, 600002

What's nearby

  • Spencer's Plaza Shopping Mall - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Express Avenue - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Apollo Hospital - 4 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Sankara Nethralaya - 4 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Consulate General of the United States, Chennai - 5 min drive - 1.9 km

Getting around

  • Chennai International Airport (MAA) - 44 min drive
  • Thousand Lights Station - 9 min walk
  • Government Estate Station - 19 min walk
  • Chennai Egmore Station - 25 min walk
  • LIC Metro Station - 7 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪E Hotel India - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Geetham Veg Restaurant - Mount Road - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Writer's Cafe - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Hip Asia - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Taj Connemara

When you stay at Taj Connemara, you'll be just a 5-minute drive from Sankara Nethralaya and Consulate General of the United States, Chennai. Guests can visit the spa to indulge in massages, facials, or body scrubs, and The Verandah serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. An outdoor pool, a bar/lounge, and a steam room are other highlights at this luxurious hotel. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff. Public transportation is close by: LIC Metro Station is just 7 minutes by foot.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 147 rooms
    • Arranged over 4 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
    • Express check-in/out available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is noon
    • Contactless check-out available
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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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; Permanent Account Number (PAN) cards will not be accepted due to national regulations. Travelers who are not citizens of India must present a valid passport and visa. Indian citizens must show a PAN card at check-out for cash transactions exceeding INR 25,000.
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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 18
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Children

    • Up to 2 children stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas (4-device limit)
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Free uncovered onsite valet parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7 AM–10:30 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Room service (limited hours)

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)
  • Children's pool
  • Childcare in room (surcharge)
  • Children's games
  • Bed rails
  • Outlet covers

Working away

  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms
  • Conference center

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Hair salon
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Pool loungers

Facilities

  • Built in 1861
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • An outdoor pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Steam room
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Assistive listening devices available

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 49-inch LED TV
  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Minibar
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Bathrobes and slippers
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Free crib/infant bed
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free newspapers
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available

Special features

Spa

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa. Services include facials, body scrubs, body treatments, and manicures and pedicures.

Dining

The Verandah - Overlooking the pool, this restaurant serves breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Open 24 hours.
The Raintree - Overlooking the garden, this fine-dining restaurant specializes in Indian cuisine and serves lunch and dinner. Reservations are required. Open daily.
The Verandah - Overlooking the pool, this coffee shop serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). Open daily.

Awards and affiliations

The property is a member of Heritage Hotels of India.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately INR 1298 per person
  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Children & extra beds

  • In-room babysitting is available for an extra charge
  • Rollaway beds are available for INR 2200.0 per night

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision

Policies

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.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards on site.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

Frequently asked questions

Does Taj Connemara offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Taj Connemara 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 Taj Connemara?

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

Are pets allowed at Taj Connemara?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Taj Connemara?

Yes, there's free self and valet parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Taj Connemara?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is noon. Express check-in and check-out and contactless check-out are available.

What is there to do at Taj Connemara and nearby?

Taj Connemara has a spa and an outdoor pool, as well as a steam room and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Taj Connemara?

Yes, The Verandah offers alfresco dining, Indian cuisine, and garden views.

What's the area around Taj Connemara like?

Taj Connemara is in Central Chennai, a short 7-minute walk from LIC Metro Station and 3 minutes' walk from Spencer's Plaza Shopping Mall.

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Reviews

Taj Connemara Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.2

Cleanliness

8.4

Location

9.2

Staff & service

8.6

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was consistently described as excellent, good, and outstanding with a sumptuous selection. (13 reviews)
  • The pool was described as luxurious, great, and perfect for kids with plenty of toys to play with. (6 reviews)
  • Food and dining was truly commendable with a fantastic buffet spread and courteous service. (3 reviews)
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Reviews

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10/10 Exceptional

Nice place and friendly staff.
Kaliyuga, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Nice historical hotel,excellant value,attentive staff,location walking distance to big mall.
Barry, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent property and overall stay at the Taj Connemara. Special appreciation for our driver Amjet who was outstanding.
Ryan, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stat.. wonderful facilities and breakfasts
peter, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Warmth and friendliness of staff.
Ranganathan, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Very good stay
Athavan, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

great food, staff and spaces incredible attention to detail - they go above and beyond in all regards
Jeffrey, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent check in and service. Could extend the stay for some hours due to a late flight, with ease.
Ella Maria, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Yes
Ujjwala, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Very comfortable stay and nice property
Jigar, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Food was excellent
Vasanth, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent Breakfast !
Yoshihiro, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great Heritage hotel
sajjan mohan, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

We enjoyed our stay at the property.
Sundar Sunandhan, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The staff at the reception and the restaurants were extremely helpful and kind
ROHINI, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great stay

Helpful front desk , great food and a heritage property in the heart of Chennai .
Ashish, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The service was excellent and the building was beautiful and clean, the food was delicious.
John, 19-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

A great Heritage hotel with impeccable Taj standard and hospitality.
sajjan mohan, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Terrific location, service and value
suresh, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Very good experience and best place to stay in chennai.
Kumaresan, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Heritage rooms
Gautam, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Nice rooms. Property is conveniently located.
Sunderraj, 6-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great Stay!

First time staying in Taj properties were not a disappointment. Service was impeccable, the restaurant verandha was amazing for breakfast. We did spend some time at the bar in the ground floor, the lady who was singing that evening just killed it!!! Good bar food and decent cocktails.
Arunvivekanand, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Very warm welcome at the entrance and checkin was quick and easy. My child enjoyed the pool with lots of toys to play from hotel. Would stay again at this property
Venkata Surendra Nath, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Close to the shopping district. Great location
Karthigesan, 3-night trip