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Taj Connemara

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

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Outdoor pool, sun loungers
Colonial Suite | Living room | 49-inch LED TV with satellite channels, TV
Lobby
Hallway
Interior
The Taj Connemara offers a serene escape in bustling Chennai with its tranquil garden, inviting coffee shop, outdoor pool, and rejuvenating spa. This eco-certified luxury property is conveniently located near Sankara Nethralaya.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Bar
  • Spa
  • Room service
  • Laundry
The current price is NT$3,116
NT$3,677 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 12 - Sep 13
Body treatments, body scrubs, facials, manicures and pedicures

Spa

The on-site spa has a variety of ways to help you de-stress and relax. The hotel's spa offers massages and wellness treatments such as body scrubs, facials, and manicures/pedicures. Other on-site facilities include a steam room.

Body treatments, body scrubs, facials, manicures and pedicures
Body treatments, body scrubs, facials, manicures and pedicures

Room options

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Suite (The Connemara)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Pool View (Heritage)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 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)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 355 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed

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

Colonial Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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

Luxury Grande Room King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 452 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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

Luxury Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

Executive Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 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)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 667 sq ft
  • 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)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 355 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite (Heritage)

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

Suite (Heritage)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
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About the neighborhood

Located in Chennai, Taj Connemara is in the city center. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Marina Beach and ECR Beach. Consulate General of the United States, Chennai and University of Madras are two other places to visit that come recommended.
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Binny Road, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, 600002

What's nearby

  • Express Avenue - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Consulate General of the United States, Chennai - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Apollo Hospital - 2 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Sankara Nethralaya - 2 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Marina Beach - 3 min drive - 2.9 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪KFC - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Madras Taproom - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Fruit Shop on Greams Road - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Lady Connemara Bar - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Sarmani Veg. Restaurant - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Taj Connemara

Luxury eco-certified hotel near Sankara Nethralaya
Located close to Apollo Hospital and Consulate General of the United States, Chennai, Taj Connemara provides a terrace, a coffee shop/cafe, and a garden. Treat yourself to a massage, a body scrub, or a body treatment at the onsite spa. The on-site restaurant, The Verandah, offers breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, and pool views. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a hair salon and a library.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • An outdoor pool and a children's pool, along with sun loungers
  • Free self parking and valet parking
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), express check-out, and express check-in
  • A porter/bellhop, a banquet hall, and a 24-hour front desk
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All 147 rooms have comforts such as pillow menus and air conditioning, as well as perks like free WiFi and safes.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Childcare services and free infant beds
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding and rollaway/extra beds (surcharge)
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries and hair dryers
  • 49-inch LED TVs with satellite channels
  • Coffee/tea makers, ceiling fans, and daily housekeeping

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.

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

More

  • 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

More

  • 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

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for INR 2200.0 per night
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • 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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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

We should mention

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
Free WiFi in public areas has a 4-device limit
Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision

Property is also known as

Connemara Chennai
Vivanta Taj Chennai
Vivanta Taj Chennai Connemara
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Vivanta Taj Connemara Hotel
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Hotel Taj Connemara Chennai
Vivanta By Taj - Connemara, Chennai Hotel Chennai (Madras)
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Vivanta By Taj - Connemara
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Frequently asked questions

Does Taj Connemara have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool and a children's pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Taj Connemara?

As of 2025/9/7, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Taj Connemara on 2025/9/12 start from NT$3,116, excluding 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 Taj Connemara pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Taj Connemara?

Self parking and valet parking are free at this property.

What time is check-in at Taj Connemara?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Taj Connemara?

Check-out is at noon. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Taj Connemara located?

This family-friendly Chennai hotel is located in the business district, within 1 mi (2 km) of Sankara Nethralaya, Consulate General of the United States, Chennai, and Apollo Hospital. University of Madras and Marina Beach are also within 3 mi (5 km). LIC Metro Station is 7 minutes by foot and Thousand Lights Station is 9 minutes.

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Taj Connemara Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 259 out of 415 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 109 out of 415 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 26 out of 415 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 415 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 415 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

John

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

Arunvivekanand

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

10/10 Excellent

ROHINI

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

Jigar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable stay and nice property
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ganesh

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

Jacob

Taj Connemara -good mix of the old and the new

Very efficient and friendly service
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

sajjan mohan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A great Heritage hotel with impeccable Taj standard and hospitality.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sundar Sunandhan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay at the property.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Exceptional

Great hotel with excellent service
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Venkata Surendra Nath

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kumaresan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very good experience and best place to stay in chennai.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Deepak

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
F&B staff were great, especially Bhaskar and Shaji
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amitava

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall it’s a very good place to stay , warming welcome.Excellent Hospitaly. My next visit will stay here for sure. Overall awesome !!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sundar

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

Karthigesan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to the shopping district. Great location
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

VENKATA SATHYA NANDA KISHORE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was very good
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Diva

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

Loved it.

A very beautiful hotel. Very pleasant stay. Staff are great.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were amazing. Property was beautiful and we would love to stay there every visit to Chennai
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Suraj

One of the best stays we had in years. Very professional and sweet people. Food is out of this world. We will definitely revisit.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sanjay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
has the best breakfast buffets... just toooo damn good....awesome property
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Subramanian

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Probably a 3 to 4 star hotel
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Annie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
beautiful hotel ambience and rooms are lovely. Friendly and courteous staff. Spa was fabulous as well as the hair salon. Thank you for making my stay very comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
One of a kind heritage property. Fav place in Chennai
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dinesh

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

Fabulous

Amazing stay .. excellent service from front desk to house keeping..
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karthik

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful staff. Very attentive and helpful
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024