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About the Hotel

Binny Road, Chennai, India, 600002

Historic Heritage Property

Vivanta by Taj Connemara, built in 1854 as the Imperial Hotel, stands as Chennai's only heritage hotel. Originally named Albany in 1886 and re-established as The Connemara in 1890, it was named to honor Robert Bourke, Baron of Connemara, who contributed to Madras' development. Located in Triplicane, known for its crowded markets, Raj-era houses, and Marina Beach with ice-cream sellers and memorials to former Chief Ministers.

Accommodations with Modern Comforts

All guestrooms include pillow menus, air conditioning, free WiFi, and safes. Some units feature seating areas with garden, pool, or city views. Rooms are equipped with flat-screen TVs, tea and coffee making facilities, and private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and deep soaking bathtubs. Additional amenities include complimentary toiletries, minibars, and electric kettles.

Dining and Culinary Experiences

The Verandah serves Anglo-Indian, Italian, Indian, and South Indian cuisine with pool views and brunch service. Raintree Restaurant offers traditional Chettinad cuisine. The Lady Connemara Bar & Lounge provides afternoon tea and daily cocktail hours from 18:30 to 20:00 with select beverage promotions.

Recreation and Wellness Facilities

The property features an outdoor swimming pool, health club, sauna, and steam room. Jiva Spa offers signature wellness treatments. Additional amenities include a garden, terrace, coffee shop, and complimentary use of a nearby fitness facility. The hotel provides a hair salon and shared lounge area.

Location and Transportation Access

Situated 200 meters from Spencer Plaza Mall in Chennai's commercial district, the hotel is 14 km from Chennai International Airport (approximately 45 minutes by car). Public taxis are readily available, and hotel cars can be arranged by the concierge. The 24-hour front desk provides practical area advice and assistance with transportation.

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Choose from a variety of room types

Choose from a wide variety of rooms designed for families, including double rooms, family suites, and rooms with breakfast included
Heritage Room Twin Bed
2 persons
32 m² 
1 Single bed
Luxury Room King Bed
2 persons
35 m² 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Air conditioning
Executive Suite Two Way Airport Transfers More
2 persons
53 m² 
1 King-size bed
Heritage Room King Bed
2 persons
32 m² 
1 King-size bed
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Tips on navigating the city

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City Centre
Chennai 1.4 km
Airports
Chennai International (MAA) 17.9 km
Tirupati (TIR) 133.2 km
Train
Egmore Railway Station 1.8 km
Underground
LIC500 m
Thousand Lights600 m

Facilities

Each family-friendly hotel provides top-notch amenities for an unforgettable stay with your loved ones

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • VIP check-in/ -out
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • No pets allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • Wheelchair access
  • 24-hour security
  • Luggage storage
  • Locker room
  • Lift
  • Currency exchange
  • Hairdresser
  • Coffee shop
  • Vending machines
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key card access
  • Key access

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness centre
  • Sports trainer

Guest Parking

  • Electric kettle

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 features

  • Wi-Fi in rooms
  • 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
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Location

Binny Road, Chennai, India, 600002
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Binny Road, Chennai, India, 600002
Nearby
Shopping Area
Express Avenue Mall
550 m
Shopping Area
Spencer's Plaza Shopping Mall
550 m
103/1A
Dash N Splash
550 m
#88
Art Mart
550 m
Restaurants
The Verandah
0 m
Binny Road Taj Connemara Hotel
Annalakshmi Restaurant
490 m
Mayor Ramanathan Salai No 6 Chetpet
Entree
350 m
Patullos Road Express Avenue Mall
Kefi
290 m
2 Club House Road
Beyond Indus
340 m
2 Club House Road
Blend
290 m
2 Club House Road
Clubhouse
340 m
2 Club House Club House Road
La Woods Hotel Restaurant
470 m
La Woods Hotel
The Presidency Club
470 m
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