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The Leela Palace Chennai

5.0 star property
Travelers find warm Indian hospitality at this seaside retreat where wellness treatments, shopping, and lush gardens create a rejuvenating escape

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Located near Marina Beach, The Leela Palace Chennai offers luxury with spa massages, designer stores, and dining at three restaurants with kids' meals. Enjoy free in-room WiFi, peaceful gardens, and an outdoor pool.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Hot tub
The current price is €171
includes taxes & fees
6 Mar - 7 Mar

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Grand Twin Room, Sea View (Palace, King-Twin Bed)

Grand Twin Room, Sea View (Palace, King-Twin Bed)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
HDTV
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Grand Twin Room (Palace, King-Twin Bed)

Grand Twin Room (Palace, King-Twin Bed)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(21 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
HDTV
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Executive Suite

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
HDTV
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
  • 75 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Premier Suite

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
HDTV
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
  • 100 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Royal Suite, 1 Bedroom

Royal Suite, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
HDTV
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
  • 150 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Royal Suite, 2 Bedrooms

Royal Suite, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
HDTV
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
  • 150 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed

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Presidential Suite

Presidential Suite

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
HDTV
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
  • 450 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed

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Royal Room, Sea View (Club)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
HDTV
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Royal Room (Club)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
HDTV
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Grand Room, Pool View (Palace)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
HDTV
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Premier Room (Club)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
HDTV
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
  • 67 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Located in Mylapore Tiruvallikk, a neighbourhood in Chennai, The Leela Palace Chennai is near the airport and on the waterfront. Chennai Citi Center Mall and Phoenix Market City are worth visiting if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Marina Beach. Tidel park and World Trade Center Chennai are two other places to visit that come recommended. Visit our Chennai travel guide
Map
175 Sathya Dev Avenue Extn, MRC Nagar, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, 600028

What's nearby

  • San Thome Cathedral which includes a church or cathedral
    San Thome Cathedral
    3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Kapaleeswarar Temple which includes heritage architecture, heritage elements and a temple or place of worship
    Kapaleeswarar Temple
    7 min drive - 2.2 km
  • M.Rm.Rm. Cultural Foundation
    8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Santhome Basilica
    3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Kamakshi Amman Temple
    5 min drive - 1.9 km

Getting around

  • Chennai Mandavelli Station
    4 min drive
  • LIC Metro Station
    8 min drive
  • Chennai International Airport (MAA)
    42 min drive

Restaurants

  • Broken Bridge Cafe
    6 min walk
  • The Leela Palace
  • Kites, Adayar
    4 min drive
  • Meenavam Unavagam
    3 min drive
  • Jamavar
    2 min walk

About this property

The Leela Palace Chennai

Luxury family-friendly hotel near Marina Beach
Located close to Chennai Citi Center Mall and Tidel park, The Leela Palace Chennai provides designer shops on-site, a coffee shop/cafe and a garden. Indulge in aromatherapy, a manicure/pedicure and a body scrub at The Spa, the on-site spa. At the 3 on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner, children's meals and Indian cuisine. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a hair salon and dry cleaning/laundry services.
Other perks include:
  • An outdoor pool and a children's pool
  • Free self-parking and valet parking
  • Limo/town car service, buffet breakfast (surcharge) and an electric car charging station
  • Express check-out, express check-in and babysitting (surcharge)
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All 316 rooms feature comforts, such as 24-hour room service and premium bedding, as well as thoughtful touches, such as pillow menus and laptop-compatible safes.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Children's slippers and childcare services
  • Recycling, LED light bulbs and composting
  • Hydromassage showers, eco-friendly toiletries and deep-soaking baths
  • 40-inch HDTVs with DVD players
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products, coffee/tea makers and daily housekeeping

Awards and affiliations

The property is a member of Preferred Hotels & Resorts.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: WiFi (INR 300 per hour); wired internet (surcharge)

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Limo/town car service
  • Free self parking on site
  • Free valet parking on site
  • Limited on-site valet and self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: INR 1,593 per person
  • 3 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • China XO
  • Jamavar
  • Library Blu
  • Spectra

Things to do

  • Bicycle storage
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Children's pool
  • Designer stores
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool
  • Sauna
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • DVD player
  • In-room babysitting
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre
  • Conference centre
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On the bay

Full-service spa

  • 9 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Facials
  • Hot tub
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Massage
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessibility

More

  • 1 building
  • 11 floors
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2012
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Living plant wall
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Rooftop garden
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillow menu
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Children's slippers
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Hydromassage showerhead
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch LCD TV
  • DVD player

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Composting
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Electrical adapters
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 5:00 AM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
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; travelers who are not citizens of India must present a valid passport and visa.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 6 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for INR 2000.0 per night.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately INR 1593 per person
  • Fee for wireless Internet in public areas: INR 300 per hour (rates may vary)
  • Fee for wired Internet in public areas: INR 300 per hour (rates may vary)
  • Airport shuttle fee: INR 3255 per vehicle (one-way)
  • Rollaway bed fee: INR 2000.0 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

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
This property uses wind and solar energy, plus a grey water recycling system and eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

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
Some facilities may have restricted access; guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Property is also known as

Chennai Leela
Chennai Leela Palace
Leela Chennai
Leela Palace Chennai
Leela Palace Hotel Chennai
Palace Chennai
Leela Palace Chennai Hotel
Leela Palace Hotel
The Leela Palace Chennai Hotel
The Leela Palace Chennai Chennai
The Leela Palace Chennai Hotel Chennai

Frequently asked questions

Does The Leela Palace Chennai have a pool?

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

How much does it cost to stay at The Leela Palace Chennai?

As of 4 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Leela Palace Chennai on 6 Mar 2026 start from 170.96, 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 The Leela Palace Chennai pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Leela Palace Chennai?

Self-parking and valet parking are free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Leela Palace Chennai?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 5:00 AM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Leela Palace Chennai?

Checkout is at noon.

Does The Leela Palace Chennai provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of INR 3255 per vehicle applies.

Where is The Leela Palace Chennai located?

This family-friendly Chennai hotel is located on the riverwalk, within 3 mi (5 km) of Marina Beach and Chennai Citi Center Mall. Tidel park and World Trade Center Chennai are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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Reviews

The Leela Palace Chennai Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

8.0

Location

9.4

Staff & service

9.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 722 out of 901 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 102 out of 901 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 46 out of 901 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 16 out of 901 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 901 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Moganayagee

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very accommodating and attentive, room was spotless food was excellent.
Stayed 16 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Kaushik

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great ambience... clean rooms. Loved my stay at the Leela Palace
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jothi

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were sparkling!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Ravi

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly, helpful and courteous staff, well decorated and beautiful room, excellent restaurant (we tried Spectra).
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Fana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best hotel I loved it so much! 10/10 they were so respectful, clean, warm, breakfast was amazing!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Anjana

Lovely premises and very courteous staff. Beautifully decorated for New Years. Comfortable and spacious room with great amenities. Excellent food. Salon could use an upgrade.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pancali

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Leela Palace in Chennai is an exceptional hotel. Beautiful setting, attentive staff, clean and fantastic food options. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay with two young children - Raj from the Butler team was brilliant as well as the chefs Anjan, Bunuma and their teams. The only thing that would have made this even better would have been more things for young children to do eg a games room however they were very content with the beautiful pool
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Anuj

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff and all the amenities were top quality
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luke

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rita and Riya were both excellent hostesses. They truly looked after all of my whims. They were both incredibly family and polite. Mr Ajit, the duty manager helped out when i has travelled away and left my passport at the hotel. He then orchestrated a safe retrieval of my passport. I must say i am astounded by the standards of this hotel. I would not hesitate to return here if i ever visited chennai again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Arun

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay for a week. Buffets were sumptuous. Staff was very courteous.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul Douglas

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was beautiful and ocean view great. Housekeeping staff from all cleaners to chief butler Raj Singh were excellent keeping room well stocked with bottled water and room amenities. The only negative to the room was a slight mildew odor that attached to all my clothes that hung in the walk-in closet during my10 day stay. All needed laundered upon arrival at home even those that had been laundered at hotel for return home.
Stayed 11 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Hakimuddin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing hospitality and service. Highly recommend stay here.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aparna

Liked: Cleanliness
Great service and beautiful hotel
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Pushpavaly

Only the the lobby looks impressive.. Front desk staff spoke very professional.. but twisted the words when what was offered to me.. food was good at breakfast and Chinese restaurant..
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

RAJARAM

The staff were awesome.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karthik

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

Great Chennai Experience

Great place as always! Staff upgraded me to a sea view based on my room experience.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

amit

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable and luxury stay with family. Swimming pool is very well maintained had a great time there. Also gym is nice. Breakfast and lunch had grand options and everythingh I tried was very tasty.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sagar

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a beautiful stay with very quiet and serene environment. The breakfast and dinner buffets at Spectra were the highlight for us. The staff was very helpful throughout our stay. We stayed 4 nights but did not get bored of the breakfast buffets and dinner, they had a variety of options everyday.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beatriz

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Felt like family from the moment we walked in!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It is quite a good location - facilities as one can expect . Enjoyed my stay in Chennai at this hotel.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great place to stay in Chennai

Great location Very clean Excellent staff
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Khogalan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had an excellent stay at this hotel, thanks to the outstanding service from all the staff. From the moment we arrived, we were greeted with a warm welcome and genuine hospitality that made us feel at home. The rooms were spacious and comfortable, with a lovely view of the ocean. However, the bathroom could use a little more attention to maintenance — for example, the shower and toilet doors could close more smoothly, and the blinds could be dusted more regularly. The highlight of our stay was without doubt the restaurant. The food selection and quality were exceptional, and the service was attentive and personal. We thoroughly enjoyed our time here and will definitely return.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sneha

Leela palace is quite a luxurious and grand property. Maintenance could be better. Loved the breakfast especially the South Indian spread, dosa, idlis, chutney. Very friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jayakumar

Great hospitality. The club house was noisy and unable to take good rest but the staff were very accommodating. Overall, great experience as usual. My favourite place to stay in
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ankit

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff were all great
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025