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Ginger Chennai, Vadapalani

Vadapalani | 1.8 km from Annamalai Colony
Couple Friendly
Free Cancellation till 24 hrs before check in
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Enjoy a Free Breakfast upgrade along with 20% off on F&B Enjoy a Free Breakfast upgrade along with 20% off on F&B
This 3 Star Hotel in Chennai is located in Vadapalani. Full Address of property is Jawaharlal Nehru Road, Vadapalani View On Map Key amenities of this property are Gym & Restaurant & Lounge.
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Very Good3.6

Based on 3912 Ratings and 2270 reviews

Location4.1

Cleanliness3.7

Room3.6

Food3.8

Hospitality3.9

Value For Money3.4

Facilities3.2

Security3.8

Child Friendliness3.3

(3912 Ratings)

₹ 2,299

+ ₹ 230 taxes & fees

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Eco Stay

Vadapalani | 1 km from Annamalai Colony

Entire 1-Bedroom Serviced Apartment

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Comfortable stay with kitchenette, prime location near eateries, accessible transport options
Comfortable stay with kitchenette, prime location near eateries, accessible transport options
Location of the Apartment is Vadapalani View On Map (No. 9A1/1B, 7th Street, Kumaran Colony, Vadapalani). Top Facilities of this Apartment are Caretaker & Housekeeping & Free Wi-Fi.
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Very Good3.9

Based on 390 Ratings and 124 reviews

Location4

Cleanliness3.8

Value For Money3.8

Food3.3

Facilities3.7

Checkin Experience4

Information Accuracy3.7

Wifi3.3

Caretaker3.8

Kitchen3.6

Value For Money3.8

(390 Ratings)

₹ 3,000

₹ 2,072

+ ₹ 257 taxes & fees

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CANYON SUN

Vadapalani | 990 m from Annamalai Colony
Free Cancellation till check-in
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Conveniently near Vadapalani metro, great restaurants close by, spacious clean rooms
Conveniently near Vadapalani metro, great restaurants close by, spacious clean rooms
This 3 Star Hotel in Chennai is located in Vadapalani. Full Address of property is plotni:16, door no:33-33a, arunachalam road, saligramam, chennai -600093 View On Map Key amenities of this property are 24-hour Room Service.
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Very Good4.0

Based on 1134 Ratings and 463 reviews

Location3.9

Cleanliness4

Room4.1

Food3.5

Hospitality4.1

Value For Money3.7

Facilities3.6

Security3.9

Child Friendliness3.8

(1134 Ratings)

₹ 2,500

₹ 2,002

+ ₹ 225 taxes & fees

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The Dolphin Park Hotel

Virugambakkam | 2.2 km from Annamalai Colony
Couple Friendly
Free Cancellation till check-in
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Neat and tidy rooms, budget-friendly rates, convenient location in business district
Neat and tidy rooms, budget-friendly rates, convenient location in business district
Location of the Hotel is Virugambakkam View On Map (1/4B, Vembuliamman Koil Street, Near Ceebros Towers Next AP Super Market). Top Facilities of this Hotel are Restaurant & 24-hour Room Service & Lounge.
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Good3.2

Based on 148 Ratings and 35 reviews

Location3.4

Cleanliness3.5

Value For Money2.3

Food1.9

Facilities2.3

(148 Ratings)

₹ 2,100

₹ 1,294

+ ₹ 161 taxes & fees

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Rohaan Inns - UPAR Ashok Nagar

Ashok Nagar | 3.7 km from Annamalai Colony | 9.9 km drive to Chennai Airport

Private Room in a Serviced Apartment

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Convenient location near metro station, well-maintained rooms, friendly and attentive staff
Convenient location near metro station, well-maintained rooms, friendly and attentive staff
Full Address of property is 47th Street, Sarvamangala Colony, Manthope Colony View On Map Key amenities of this property are Reception & Caretaker & Housekeeping.
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Very Good3.8

Based on 777 Ratings and 257 reviews

Location4

Cleanliness3.6

Value For Money3.6

Food3.6

Facilities3.7

Checkin Experience4

Information Accuracy3.4

Wifi3.9

Caretaker3.8

Value For Money3.6

(777 Ratings)

₹ 4,200

₹ 2,045

+ ₹ 231 taxes & fees

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Hotel Ambica Empire

Vadapalani | 1.9 km from Annamalai Colony
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Breakfast Included
Royal dining experience & aesthetic rooms in an old-world setup Royal dining experience & aesthetic rooms in an old-world setup
Location of the Hotel is Vadapalani View On Map (79,100Ft Road, Vadapalani). Top Facilities of this Hotel are Spa & Restaurant & 24-hour Room Service.
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Very Good3.6

Based on 1420 Ratings and 858 reviews

Location4.2

Cleanliness3.7

Room3.6

Food3.8

Hospitality3.8

Value For Money3.7

Facilities3.6

Security3.9

Child Friendliness3.8

(1420 Ratings)

₹ 4,800

₹ 4,284

+ ₹ 480 taxes & fees

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The Parion

Vadapalani | 1.8 km from Annamalai Colony
Free Cancellation till 24 hrs before check in
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Centrally located for exploration, friendly staff, shopping and dining options close by
Centrally located for exploration, friendly staff, shopping and dining options close by
This 2 Star Hotel in Chennai is located in Vadapalani. Full Address of property is 87/4, ARCOT ROAD, Chennai, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, 600093 View On Map Key amenities of this property are 24-hour Room Service & Lounge.
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Very Good4.0

Based on 177 Ratings and 74 reviews

Location3.3

Cleanliness3.7

Value For Money2.6

Food3.1

Facilities2.8

(177 Ratings)

₹ 2,800

₹ 2,476

+ ₹ 280 taxes & fees

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Hotel Aadithya

Vadapalani | 2 km from Annamalai Colony
Couple Friendly
Prime location near Vadapalani metro, Chettinad cuisine, Clean and spacious rooms
Prime location near Vadapalani metro, Chettinad cuisine, Clean and spacious rooms
Location of the Hotel is Vadapalani View On Map (155/1, Arcot Road, Vadapalani, Chennai, Tamil Nadu - 600026). Top Facilities of this Hotel are Restaurant & 24-hour Room Service & Lounge.
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Very Good4.1

Based on 526 Ratings and 245 reviews

Location4.3

Cleanliness3.9

Room2.2

Food4

Hospitality2

Value For Money4

Facilities3.8

Security4.2

Child Friendliness3.3

(526 Ratings)

₹ 4,600

₹ 4,083

+ ₹ 460 taxes & fees

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Comfort Park Inn Unit of Prohotel

Koyambedu | 3.7 km from Annamalai Colony | 5 minutes walk to 10 Square Mall

Private Room in a Serviced Apartment

Couple Friendly
Free Cancellation till check-in
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Breakfast Included
Centrally located by Koyambedu bus station, clean rooms with free breakfast, friendly staff
Centrally located by Koyambedu bus station, clean rooms with free breakfast, friendly staff
Full Address of property is No.5, Anna Ave, Rathapuri Layout, Koyambedu, Koyambedu View On Map Key amenities of this property are Reception & Caretaker & Housekeeping.
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Very Good3.8

Based on 551 Ratings and 136 reviews

Location4

Cleanliness3.8

Value For Money3.8

Food3.6

Facilities3.8

Checkin Experience4.2

Information Accuracy4

Wifi3.7

Caretaker4.1

Kitchen3.6

Value For Money3.8

(551 Ratings)

₹ 2,100

₹ 1,820

+ ₹ 210 taxes & fees

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Greenpark Chennai

Vadapalani | 2.3 km from Annamalai Colony
Free Cancellation
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Breakfast Included
Luxurious rooms, easy access to Forum Mall, delightful breakfast with live cooking stations
Luxurious rooms, easy access to Forum Mall, delightful breakfast with live cooking stations
Location of the Hotel is Vadapalani View On Map (183 NSK Salai, Arcot Road, Vadapalani). Top Facilities of this Hotel are Spa & Swimming Pool & Gym.
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Excellent4.3

Based on 1769 Ratings and 961 reviews

Hospitality4.4

Facilities4.4

Food4.3

Room4.4

Cleanliness4.4

Value For Money4.3

Child Friendliness4

(1769 Ratings)

₹ 9,000

+ ₹ 2,070 taxes & fees

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I 5 BOUTIQUE HOTEL

Vadapalani | 2.7 km from Annamalai Colony
Couple Friendly
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Full Address of property is ALAGIRI NAGAR,24, 6th Cross Street, VADAPALANI, CHENNAI, TAMILNADU, 600026 View On Map Key amenities of this property are Room Service & Power Backup & Elevator/Lift.
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Good3.2

Based on 90 Ratings and 26 reviews

Location2.8

Cleanliness3.3

(90 Ratings)

₹ 1,999

₹ 1,768

+ ₹ 200 taxes & fees

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Hotel Maurya International

Vadapalani | 2.2 km from Annamalai Colony
Free Cancellation till 24 hrs before check in
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Breakfast Included
Prime spot by metro, close to Vijaya Hospital, many dining choices around
Prime spot by metro, close to Vijaya Hospital, many dining choices around
Location of the Hotel is Vadapalani View On Map (# 168/169, Arcot Road, Vadapalani). Top Facilities of this Hotel are Restaurant & Lounge & Bar.
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Very Good3.6

Based on 342 Ratings and 182 reviews

Location4.2

Cleanliness3.6

Room3.6

Food3.7

Hospitality3.8

Value For Money3.6

Facilities3.6

Security3.9

Child Friendliness2.9

(342 Ratings)

₹ 3,700

₹ 3,284

+ ₹ 370 taxes & fees

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Gokulam Park

Ashok Nagar | 3.4 km from Annamalai Colony | 9.9 km drive to Chennai Airport
Located in Ashok Nagar, near metro, great South Indian breakfast, friendly staff
Located in Ashok Nagar, near metro, great South Indian breakfast, friendly staff
This 3 Star Hotel in Chennai is located in Ashok Nagar. Full Address of property is No:67, 1st avenue, Ashoknager, Chennai 600083 View On Map Key amenities of this property are Restaurant & 24-hour Room Service.
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Very Good3.7

Based on 557 Ratings and 327 reviews

Location4.3

Cleanliness3.7

Room3.7

Food3.6

Hospitality3.7

Value For Money3.6

Facilities3.7

Security3.3

Child Friendliness3

(557 Ratings)

₹ 4,400

₹ 3,275

+ ₹ 396 taxes & fees

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Super Collection O Vadapalani Formerly Mahalakshmi Inn

Vadapalani | 2.7 km from Annamalai Colony
Couple Friendly
Free Cancellation till check-in
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Location of the Hotel is Vadapalani View On Map (Plot No. 13/2, 5th Street, Alagiri Nagar, Vadapalani, Chennai).
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Very Good3.5

Based on 35 Ratings and 15 reviews

Location3.6

Cleanliness3.4

Room4.7

Value For Money4.3

(35 Ratings)

₹ 4,297

₹ 2,132

+ ₹ 239 taxes & fees

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League Hotels and Banquets

Koyambedu | 2.7 km from Annamalai Colony
Couple Friendly
Prime location near metro station and bus stand, well-maintained rooms, swimming pool and gym
Prime location near metro station and bus stand, well-maintained rooms, swimming pool and gym
Good3.1

Based on 192 Ratings and 99 reviews

Location3.6

Cleanliness3.1

Room3.3

Food2.8

Hospitality3.3

Value For Money3.1

Facilities3.2

Security2.8

(192 Ratings)

₹ 3,920

₹ 2,278

+ ₹ 257 taxes & fees

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Metropark

Vadapalani | 2.4 km from Annamalai Colony
Couple Friendly
Free Cancellation
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Prime location with easy access to transportation, polite and helpful staff, budget-friendly
Prime location with easy access to transportation, polite and helpful staff, budget-friendly
Location of the Hotel is Vadapalani View On Map (No 68/1 Karumari Amman Koil Street Vadapalani chennai).
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Good3.1

Based on 710 Ratings and 356 reviews

Location4

Cleanliness3.5

Room3.6

Value For Money3.7

Food3.2

Security4.1

Facilities3.3

Hospitality3.6

Child Friendliness3.8

(710 Ratings)

₹ 1,900

₹ 1,530

+ ₹ 190 taxes & fees

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APPLE VALLEY INN

Kodambakkam | 3.9 km from Annamalai Colony
Couple Friendly
Free Cancellation till 24 hrs before check in
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Full Address of property is No.155 /78, ARCOT ROAD, KODAMBAKKAM, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, 600024, ARCOT ROAD, KODAMBAKKAM, View On Map Key amenities of this property are Restaurant.
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Good3.2

Based on 109 Ratings and 31 reviews

Location3.3

Cleanliness2.9

(109 Ratings)

₹ 2,399

₹ 2,121

+ ₹ 240 taxes & fees

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Grand Courtyard Hotel near Kauvery Hospital

Saligramam | 2 km from Annamalai Colony
Free Cancellation till check-in
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Ideal location near malls and hospitals, friendly helpful staff, delicious breakfast choices
Ideal location near malls and hospitals, friendly helpful staff, delicious breakfast choices
Location of the Hotel is Saligramam View On Map (DOOR No.12, SALIGRAMAM, PARATHASARATHY NAIDU STREET, SALIGRAMAM, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, 600093, Saligramam). Top Facilities of this Hotel are 24-hour Room Service & Lounge.
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Very Good4.0

Based on 204 Ratings and 80 reviews

Location3.7

Cleanliness4.1

Value For Money3.7

Food3.6

Facilities3.6

Child Friendliness3.5

(204 Ratings)

₹ 3,600

₹ 3,168

+ ₹ 317 taxes & fees

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The Pride Fort

Vadapalani | 2.6 km from Annamalai Colony
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Well-maintained rooms, close to Vadapalani metro station, tasty complimentary breakfast options
Well-maintained rooms, close to Vadapalani metro station, tasty complimentary breakfast options
Full Address of property is Old No :12, New No :34, 5th Street, Alagiri Nagar, 100 Feet Road ,Vadapalani View On Map Key amenities of this property are Restaurant.
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Very Good4.0

Based on 248 Ratings and 129 reviews

Location4.1

Cleanliness4.1

Room4

Value For Money3.8

Food3.4

Security4

Facilities3.8

Hospitality3.6

Child Friendliness3.9

(248 Ratings)

₹ 3,600

₹ 2,975

+ ₹ 335 taxes & fees

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Gold Mine Hotel

Arumbakkam | 3.2 km from Annamalai Colony | 2 minutes walk to 10 Square Mall
Couple Friendly
Free Cancellation till check-in
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Breakfast Included
Prime location near Koyambedu bus stand, easy transportation access, complimentary breakfast at Sangeetha restaurant
Prime location near Koyambedu bus stand, easy transportation access, complimentary breakfast at Sangeetha restaurant
Location of the Hotel is Arumbakkam View On Map (19,Jawaharlal Nehru Road,Koyambedu, Chennai, Tamil Nadu ). Top Facilities of this Hotel are Restaurant & 24-hour Room Service.
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Good3.2

Based on 221 Ratings and 150 reviews

Location4.1

Cleanliness3.3

Room3.5

Value For Money3.4

Food3.5

Facilities3.2

Hospitality3.5

(221 Ratings)

₹ 2,620

₹ 2,201

+ ₹ 249 taxes & fees

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