Taj Connemara

Luxury hotel with a full-service spa and free valet parking

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Dates

July 2025

August 2025

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

Colonial Room King Bed | Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Overview
Rooms
Location
Policies

Wonderful

Popular amenities

Spa
Bar
24/7 front desk

Explore the area

Binny Road, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, 600002

Consulate General of the United States, Chennai
‪2 min drive‬
Apollo Hospital
‪2 min drive‬
Marina Beach
‪3 min drive‬
Chennai (MAA-Chennai Intl.)
‪17 min drive‬

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Room options

Suite (The Connemara)

Sleeps 4
1 King Bed

Luxury Room, 1 Twin Bed

377 sq ft
Sleeps 3
1 Twin Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Pool View (Heritage)

Very good

Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

Room, 1 Twin Bed (Heritage)

Very good

355 sq ft
Sleeps 3
1 Twin Bed

Colonial Suite

Sleeps 4
1 King Bed

Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Luxury Grande Room King Bed

Exceptional

452 sq ft
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed

Luxury Room, 1 King Bed

Wonderful

377 sq ft
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

Executive Suite

592 sq ft
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed

Colonial Room King Bed

Exceptional

667 sq ft
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed (Heritage)

Excellent

355 sq ft
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

Suite (Heritage)

Sleeps 4
1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Chennai

Located in Central Chennai, Taj Connemara is within a mile (2 km) of popular sights such as Sankara Nethralaya and Consulate General of the United States, Chennai. This 147-room, 5-star hotel welcomes guests with a restaurant, a full-service spa, and an outdoor pool.

What's nearby

Express Avenue - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
Consulate General of the United States, Chennai - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles
Apollo Hospital - 2 min drive - 0.9 miles
Sankara Nethralaya - 2 min drive - 0.9 miles
Marina Beach - 3 min drive - 1.8 miles

Getting around

LIC Metro Station - 7 min walk
Thousand Lights Station - 9 min walk
Chennai International Airport (MAA) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

‪Vivanta by Taj - Connemara - ‬1 min walk
‪Hip Asia - ‬1 min walk
‪KFC - ‬3 min walk
‪McDonald's - ‬2 min walk
‪Sree Mithai Sweets - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Taj Connemara

Luxury hotel with a full-service spa and free valet parking

Guests of Taj Connemara enjoy a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and a children's pool. If you drive, take advantage of free valet parking. Multilingual staff at the front desk are standing by 24/7 to help with securing valuables, concierge services, and luggage storage. Other amenities at this luxury hotel include a steam room, free WiFi in public areas, and meeting rooms.

49-inch LED TVs come with satellite channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Beds are dressed in pillow menus and bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Minibars, coffee makers, and free newspapers are also available.

An outdoor pool and a children's pool are on site. Other recreational amenities include a steam room.

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

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.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property

This property participates in EarthCheck, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

The property is a member of Heritage Hotels of India.

Languages

English, Hindi

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Parking included

$126 nightly

Aug 1 - Aug 2

Total includes taxes and fees

Property amenities

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
WiFi in public areas is free with a 4-device limit

Parking and transportation

Free self parking on site
Free uncovered valet parking on site
Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: INR 1,298 per person
A bar/lounge
A coffee shop/cafe
A restaurant

Restaurants on site

The Raintree
The Verandah
The Verandah

Things to do

Children's pool
Full-service spa
Library
Outdoor pool
Steam room

Family friendly

Children's games
Children's pool
In-room babysitting (surcharge)
In-room crib
Laundry facilities
Outdoor pool
Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

24-hour front desk
Free newspapers in lobby
Hair salon
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Vending machine

Guest services

Concierge services
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Housekeeping (daily)
Multilingual staff
Porter/bellhop
Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

Business center
Conference center
Meeting rooms

Outdoors

Garden
Pool loungers
Terrace

Full-service spa

Body scrubs
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.
Assistive listening devices
Elevator
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

4 floors
Banquet hall
Built in 1861
Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

Bedsheets provided
Blackout drapes
Free crib
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

Bathrobes
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Slippers
Towels provided

Entertainment

49-inch LED TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

Coffee/tea maker
Limited room service
Minibar

Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Connecting rooms available
Free daily newspapers
Iron/ironing board
Phone
Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight

Early check-in subject to availability

Early check-in is available for a fee

Express check-in available

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Contactless check-out available

Late check-out subject to availability

Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

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.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

Up to 2 kids stay free when using existing bedding
Rollaway/extra beds are available for INR 2200.0 per night
Free cribs/infant beds are available

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 buffet breakfast: approximately INR 1298 per person
Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
Rollaway bed fee: INR 2200.0 per night

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 debit cards; cash is not accepted

Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards

Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

Check-in: 2:00 PM
Check-out: noon
Minimum check-in age: 18

The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking in and out are easy with express services. Driving? This property offers free parking.

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 debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
Free WiFi in public areas has a 4-device limit.

Property is also known as

Connemara Chennai

Vivanta Taj Chennai

Vivanta Taj Chennai Connemara

Vivanta Taj Connemara

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Vivanta Taj Connemara Hotel

Vivanta Taj Connemara Hotel Chennai

Hotel Taj Connemara Chennai

Vivanta By Taj - Connemara, Chennai Hotel Chennai (Madras)

Vivanta Taj Connemara Chennai Hotel

Taj Connemara Hotel Chennai

Taj Connemara Hotel

Taj Connemara Chennai

Hotel Taj Connemara Chennai

Vivanta By Taj - Connemara

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Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Taj Connemara?

Taj Connemara offers free cancellation on certain room rates. For additional details, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What's there to see around Taj Connemara?

This hotel is situated in Central Chennai, just steps from Spencer's Plaza Shopping Mall and Raja Muthiah Hall, and within a short walk of Express Avenue. You'll also find Anna Salai and Government Museum less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at Taj Connemara?

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

Is there a spa available at Taj Connemara?

There is a full-service spa available for guests to enjoy and services include facials, body treatments, massages, and mani/pedis.

Does Taj Connemara include a casino at the property?

No, Taj Connemara doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Taj Connemara?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Taj Connemara?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this hotel, including an outdoor pool, a bar, and a restaurant with al fresco dining.

Does Taj Connemara have a hot tub?

No, but this hotel does have a steam room.

Does Taj Connemara feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Taj Connemara serves buffet breakfast for a surcharge each morning at The Verandah.

Will Taj Connemara allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Taj Connemara.

Does Taj Connemara have connecting rooms?

Yes, you can book connecting guestrooms at this hotel for your group or family vacation.

What is the closest airport to Taj Connemara?

The closest major airport to Taj Connemara is Chennai International Airport (MAA), which is 10.6 mi away (41 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Taj Connemara?

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

Taj Connemara Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Mar 23, 2025

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely Hotel, early checkin issues

A great place to stay in Chennai, couple of good points and one downer. Overall it felt slightly a business hotel but with alot of colonial heritage. It had a nice (though hot pool) to relax at, more importantly it had an amazing restaurant called Rivertree tucked away that has delicious tasting menus and not too pricey. Go there. The downer wa a the check in. Knowing we’d land at 05:30 we advised them of this and booked an early checkin (by 10:00), we arrived at 06:30 and did checkin formalities and they kindly let us take breakfast and hang around. Sadly at 10 no room was ready and they tried to deny confirmation of early checkin. After frantic activity a room was found (slightly better than booked) by 11:00. When you tired from a flight you don’t need this, and if we’d been advised it wasn’t going to happen we wouldn’t have hung around and would have gone out to the beach and waited. On top of this they still charged us full whack for the early check. A bit of a sour note on what could have been a lovely stay with v friendly staff.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

IAN

Mar 14, 2025

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

FNU

Mar 7, 2025

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gautam, jersey city

Mar 2, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Heritage rooms

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ganesh

Traveled with family

Mar 1, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

They are giving a best hospitality front office Manager the lady is Best I can’t remember her name And the Bar Staff Stephen and Chandra Look after us very well and restaurant staff I can’t remember all the staff name they are brilliant I will visit again

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Arunvivekanand

Feb 25, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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.

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Shivashankar

Feb 24, 2025

Disliked: Staff & service

Painful stay

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

RAMDAS

Traveled with family

Feb 10, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Very clean facility but quite a bit of mosquitoes inside the room inspite of air conditioning. That is something management needs to look at. For the charges being levied that should be addressed.

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacob

Traveled with family

Feb 2, 2025

Taj Connemara -good mix of the old and the new

Very efficient and friendly service

Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

David

Traveled with group

Jan 13, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities

The bedrooms needed an upgrade, the flooring in my room had certainly seen better days. The breakfast provided for an early departure was extremely low quality.

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

MOHAMMAD R

Jan 12, 2025

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

John, Southampton

Dec 1, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

The service was excellent and the building was beautiful and clean, the food was delicious.

Stayed 19 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

M R

Business traveler

Nov 3, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Breakfast area was reduced due to renovation works. Blinking led bulbs in the corridor which didn't get replaced.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sanjay

Oct 24, 2024

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family

Oct 22, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Exceptional

Great hotel with excellent service

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sundar

Oct 18, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

We had a wonderful stay at Taj. Travelling down from Sydney, we had a convenient pick up from the airport. The staff were very friendly and the service was amazing. Sakshi at the front desk and Yuvraj at the Verandah were amazing to deal with and we were looked after really well. Would love to stay again.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

James

Oct 14, 2024

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

ROHINI

Traveled with family

Oct 14, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

The staff at the reception and the restaurants were extremely helpful and kind

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Konrad

Oct 12, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Really enjoyed our stay at Taj Connemara! The staff were all super friendly and soooo accommodating. It seemed like nothing was too much of an ask. The property had a grand British colonial feel about it. I’d say it’s historic but not dated. Really nice pool. Gym could be bigger but it was adequate (and better than most hotels). I lift regularly and was able to get a decent workout in. Good choice of eateries inside the hotel walls. Breakfast buffet was great - special call out to Shaji who always kept the coffee coming & made our stay special! Highly recommended - I’d happily stay again

Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mini

Traveled with family and small children

Oct 6, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

#Pleasant Stay at Taj Connemara - A Solid Choice I recently stayed at Taj Connemara and had a very good experience overall. The hotel met my expectations in several areas and provided a comfortable base for my trip. ## Highlights: 1. **Staff**: The staff were friendly and professional. They were helpful when I had questions or requests. Attentive towards our 9 month old baby. Special mention to Hari & Nithu at morning breakfast 'Verandah'. 2. **Room**: My room was clean and well-maintained. The bed was comfortable, which allowed for restful nights. Chong at housing keeping did a marvelous job. 3. **Amenities**: The hotel offers useful amenities. I particularly appreciated the spa and the pool. 4. **Location**: The hotel's location was convenient, making it easy to access various parts of the city. Overall, I had a positive experience at Taj Connemara. It provided good value for the price and met most of my needs. I would consider staying here again on future visits to the area.

Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2024