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Fortel

3.5 star property

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A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a staircase.
A bathroom with a large white sink, a glass shower enclosure, and a mirror above the sink.
A restaurant with multiple tables set for dining, featuring wooden chairs and red napkins.
A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand with a phone, a desk, and a chair.
A modern lobby with a sofa, armchairs, and a coffee table. There are four framed paintings on the wall.

Reviews

5.8 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

Explore the area

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3 Gandhi Irwin Rd, Chennai, TN, 600008
  • Place, St. Andrew's Kirk
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Anna Salai
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Sankara Nethralaya
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Chennai (MAA-Chennai Intl.)
    ‪53 min drive‬

Room options

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A bathroom with a sink, mirror, towel rack, and a door.

Executive Twin Room

  • City view
  • 225 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand with a phone, a desk, and a chair.

Executive Double Room

  • City view
  • 225 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a nightstand with a phone.

Superior Room

  • City view
  • 360 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a nightstand with a phone.

Suite

  • City view
  • 440 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, wooden flooring, a desk, and a chair.

Superior King Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Executive King Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Executive Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Chennai

Located in Central Chennai, Fortel is within 2 miles (3 km) of popular attractions such as Spencer's Plaza Shopping Mall and Sankara Nethralaya. This 96-room, 3.5-star hotel has conveniences like free in-room WiFi, free valet parking, and a gym.

What's nearby

  • St. Andrew's Kirk - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Mayor Radhakrishnan Stadium - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Anna Salai - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Sankara Nethralaya - 7 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Spencer's Plaza Shopping Mall - 7 min drive - 1.4 miles

Getting around

  • Chennai Egmore Station - 3 min walk
  • Washermanpet Metro Station - 6 min drive
  • Chennai International Airport (MAA) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Board Walk - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪National Durbar Hotel - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪GujRaj Veg Restaurant - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Sangeetha - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Hotel Kurunchi - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Fortel

Guests of Fortel enjoy a gym, free WiFi in public areas, and a business center. Free valet and self parking are available, or if you're not driving, take the airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for INR 1300 per vehicle one-way. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with securing valuables, concierge services, and dry cleaning/laundry. Additional amenities include free newspapers, laundry facilities, and a banquet hall.
32-inch LCD TVs come with cable channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms offer hydromassage showers, hair dryers, and free toiletries. Electric kettles, free newspapers, and laptop-compatible safes are other standard amenities.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a fitness center.
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. There are 2 treatment rooms. Services include facials, body treatments, and manicures and pedicures.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free secured self parking on site
  • Free secured valet parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: INR 450 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Gym

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Business services

  • Business center

Spa

  • 2 treatment rooms
  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Massage

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-width doorways
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • 1 building
  • 12 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2009
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Hydromassage showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Chef service
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
At check-in, guests must provide a negative PCR COVID-19 test result
Negative COVID-19 test result requirement applies to all guests aged 21 and up, and test must have been administered no more than 24 hours prior to check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets or service animals

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for INR 1500.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately INR 450 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: INR 1300 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 3)
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: INR 1500.0 per day

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM—-anytime
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available 24 hours), which is offered for a fee. Driving? This property offers free parking.
Property Registration Number 33AABCH1893A1Z2

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
  • At check-in, guests must provide a negative PCR COVID-19 test result.
  • The negative COVID-19 test result requirement applies to all guests aged 21 and up, and the test must have been administered no more than 24 hours prior to check-in.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Reservations need to be made in advance for massage services and spa treatments. Contact the hotel at the phone number listed on your booking confirmation.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.

Property is also known as

FORTEL Hotel
FORTEL Chennai
FORTEL Hotel Chennai

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see within easy reach of Fortel?

This hotel is situated in Central Chennai, just steps from St. Andrew's Kirk. You'll also find Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium and Mayor Radhakrishnan Stadium less than a mile away.

How much does it cost to stay at Fortel?

As of Aug 8, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Fortel on Sep 8, 2026 start from $55, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is there parking available at Fortel?

Yes, valet and self parking are offered for free at the hotel. Wheelchair-accessible parking is also available for guests.

Is there a spa at Fortel?

Spa services at the hotel include body treatments, mani/pedis, massages, and facials.

Does Fortel feature a casino at the property?

No, Fortel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Fortel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What do couples enjoy most about Fortel?

There are many amenities for couples at this hotel, including a chef service and champagne service as well as a restaurant.

Does Fortel have a hot tub?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Fortel feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Fortel serves continental breakfast each morning for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Will Fortel allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets and service animals aren't allowed at Fortel.

Does Fortel have connecting rooms available?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from Fortel?

The closest major airport to Fortel is Chennai International Airport (MAA), which is 11.8 mi away (46 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Fortel?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Fortel.

Fortel Reviews

Reviews

5.8
Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 9 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 9 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 9 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 9 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 9 reviews

4.4/10

Cleanliness

6.4/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

4.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

4/10 Poor

Vijay

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Staff are friendly and helpful. The property itself is run down and needs investment in upkeep.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2021
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Nikhil Bharat

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
THE ROOMS WERE REALLY STINKY AND THE TOWELS WERE DIRTY
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

KIM

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
욕실 환경을 조금만 개선한다면 좋을것 같아요
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Naveen

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ankush

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

4/10 Poor

THIERRY

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Goutham

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Derry

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

V R

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023