The Leela Palace Chennai

5.0 star property
Riverwalk hotel with 3 restaurants and full-service spa

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Ocean views
Presidential Suite
Exterior
Exterior
Ocean views
VIP Access

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Bar
The current price is €128
includes taxes & fees
15 Jun - 16 Jun

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Room options

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Presidential Suite

Highlights

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

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
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, Pool View

Highlights

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

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
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed

Royal Room (Club)

Highlights

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

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
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Premier Room (Club)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
HDTV
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
  • 67 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Twin Room (King-Twin Bed)

Highlights

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

Deluxe Twin Room, Sea View (King-Twin Bed)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
HDTV
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
  • 50 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

Executive Suite

Highlights

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

Premier Suite

Highlights

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

Map
175 Sathya Dev Avenue Extn, MRC Nagar, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, 600028

What's nearby

  • Kapaleeswarar Temple - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Marina Beach - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Chennai Citi Center Mall - 4 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Consulate General of the United States, Chennai - 7 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Chennai Trade Centre - 13 min drive - 12.6 km

Getting around

  • Chennai Mandavelli Station - 3 min drive
  • LIC Metro Station - 9 min drive
  • Chennai International Airport (MAA) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Leela Palace - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Spectra - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Lobby Lounge @ Leela Palace - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Radio Room - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪China XO - ‬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. Treat yourself to a facial, aromatherapy or a body treatment at 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
  • 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.

Languages

English, Hindi

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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

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
  • Designer stores
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool
  • Sauna
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • 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
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

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
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Leela Palace Hotel Chennai
Palace Chennai
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Frequently asked questions

Does The Leela Palace Chennai have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

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

As of 12 Jun 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Leela Palace Chennai on 15 Jun 2025 start from €128.43, 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 6 mi (10 km). Chennai Mandavelli Station is 29 minutes by foot.

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The Leela Palace Chennai Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 605 out of 764 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 93 out of 764 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 38 out of 764 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 15 out of 764 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 764 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10

Amazing hospitality and amazing experience
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10

Great property!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10

The staff were awesome.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10

Great hotel and priced right.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10

Staff is amazing. Food is delicious.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10

It is quite a good location - facilities as one can expect . Enjoyed my stay in Chennai at this hotel.

10/10

Good
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10

Top class
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10

Staff were all great
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10

Lovely property and experience.5 star
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10

Excellent
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10

Great location, best hotel in Chennai Lovely hotel members
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10

Great property and very nice hospitality!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10

I cant say enough about this beautiful property. This is our second stay in 5 months. The ambiance, the scent of jasmine when you enter, the decor, the service, the food, all exceptional. The rooms are so well appointed and very stately and elegant.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10

We stayed there for a night, had an excellent experience. Friendly and alert staff with well maintained facilities.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10

We really enjoyed the breakfast buffet! We also really appreciated that your hotel provided services like tours, arranged car travel around the city as well as between the airport. Spa was a wonderful experience, and your staff is very warm and welcoming.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10

Value for Money

10/10

Great experience Highly recommended
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10

Great food, customized by chef for food restrictions . Amazing overall experience would certainly come back
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10

Wonderful palatial property. Staff is attentive and caters to every need.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10

Fantastic hotel... we will surely come back. Especially our private butler and his female manager made our stay unforgettable. He provided us with a service that was second to none.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10

Amazing stay amazing property and service
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10

Great plave
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10

Very nice experience
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10

To be honest, I would say it's a best hotel. Everything was good, better than I expected. Breakfast was amazing.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025