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Nachiappa Palaniappa Grand Inn

Nachiappa Palaniappa Grand Inn
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About Property

The hotel is located only 400 meters from the lake, less then a 10min walk. It's nearby all the major tourist attractions. The h ...Read more

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STANDARD ROOM

Fits 2 Adults

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4,000Per Night:

2,307
+ 281 taxes & fees
Per Night for 2 Adults 4,000
Discount by the Property- 522
Deal Code   MMTSMARTSAVING- 651
Total (Taxes Extra) 2,307
4.0
Very Good(468 RATINGS)
Convent Road

Convent Road

2 km drive to Bryant Park

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STANDARD ROOM

  • 250 sq.ft (23 sq.mt)250 sq.ft (23 sq.mt)
  • City ViewCity View
  • 1 Queen Bed1 Queen Bed
  • 1 Bathroom1 Bathroom
  • Heater
  • Laundry Service
  • Housekeeping
  • Iron/Ironing Board
  • Wi-Fi
  • Bathroom

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2,595

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STANDARD ROOM

  • 250 sq.ft (23 sq.mt)250 sq.ft (23 sq.mt)
  • City ViewCity View
  • 1 Queen Bed1 Queen Bed
  • 1 Bathroom1 Bathroom
  • Heater
  • Laundry Service
  • Housekeeping
  • Iron/Ironing Board
  • Wi-Fi
  • Bathroom

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Nachiappa Palaniappa Grand Inn Location

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Guests highly appreciate the property's location, with many highlighting its proximity to Kodaikanal lake, just a short walk away. The surrounding area offers convenient access to local attractions and amenities, enhancing the overall experience. Many reviews commend the ease of exploring nearby spots, making it an ideal choice for family visits and leisurely retreats.

Property Rules at Nachiappa Palaniappa Grand Inn

Check-in: 12 PM Check-out: 10:30 AM
  • Primary Guest should be atleast 18 years of age.
  • Groups with only male guests are not allowed at this property
  • Passport, Aadhaar, Driving License and Govt. ID are accepted as ID proof(s)
  • Pets are not allowed
  • Outside food is not allowed
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4.0
Very Good

468 Ratings, 201 Reviews

excellent
44%
very good
29%
average
14%
poor
6%
bad
7%

Last 10 Customer Ratings (Latest First)

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Rating Categories

  • Location4.1
  • Cleanliness3.7
  • Value For Money3.5
  • Food4.0
  • Facilities4.0
  • Child Friendliness3.5

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3.0

Average Stay

sreejesh t.group

Average stay Room was not clean Toilet flush was not working properly I didnt received tea for complementary breakfast that they even given that by 9:15 am

Travel Month: Oct 2025

Room: SUPER DELUXE

4.0

Good Stay

jayaprakasam r.family with 1 kid

location is good, room was clean and good. Curtain not neat, somewhat dirty. People are very polite and helpful. Morning complimentary breakfast was very limited items.

Travel Month: Oct 2025 (3-Night Stay)

Room: SUPER DELUXE

4.0

Good Stay

abdul j.family with 1 kid

Had a pleasant stay at Nachiappa Palaniappa Grand Inn. Rooms were clean, staff were friendly, and the location was convenient. Food was okay — I expected a buffet breakfast, but it was served in the room instead. Overall, good experience.

Travel Month: Oct 2025

Room: DELUXE ROOM

4.0

Good Stay

hemanth b.business

Nachiappa has become my favourite hotel in Kodaikanal, when I am on a business trip.. The rooms are neat and tidy, bathrooms and clean..

Travel Month: Oct 2025

Room: STANDARD ROOM

2.0

Poor Stay

venkata g.family with 1 kid

Rooms ok but food manager and staff also ok but while u r mentioned queen beds and deluxe is not correct please maintain correct information in u r site some times hot water is also issue

Travel Month: Oct 2025 (3-Night Stay)

Room: SUPER DELUXE

4.0

Good Stay

sumosh n.family with 1 kid

We travelled to this property for 2 nights and stayed here with family. Quick glance Pros and Cons of the property: 1. Location 5/5 2. Parking 4/5 3. Staff 4/5 4. Breakfast 4/5 5. Rooms 3/5 6. Wifi and TV 4/5 Cons : 1. Property is Old 2. Walls in Room have dampness 3. Breakfast is basic (wada | idli | pancakes) 4. No major toiletries (towel and soap available) But despite all this occupancy was high majorly bcz of Location. FOM is super courteous and ensures gives a positive vibes even after all this odds.

Travel Month: Oct 2025

Room: STANDARD ROOM

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4.0

Good Stay

ramkumar g.family with 2 kids

Stay was worth for the pricing, Good reception, decent living Good breakfast and dinner ..

Travel Month: Oct 2025

Room: STANDARD ROOM

1.0

Terrible Stay

deepak j.family with 5 kids

Location is nearby kodaikanal lake but facilities nothing...food quality 0 ....no hot water in room .....we informed 4-5 times but no solution property is very old no maintained... everywhere dust and all

Travel Month: Sep 2025

Room: STANDARD ROOM

5.0

Excellent Stay

ravikumar m.family with 1 kid

The TV was not working after the complaint was fixed but still it was supposed to be good as it's . rest all as expected good

Travel Month: Aug 2025

Room: DELUXE ROOM

5.0

Excellent Stay

animesh s.group

Nice Ambience and Service

Travel Month: Aug 2025

Room: STANDARD ROOM

5.0

Wonderful Stay with Great Service

alok n.couple

I had a wonderful stay at the property. The location was very convenient with easy access to nearby attractions and transport. The rooms were clean, spacious, and well-maintained. The food was delicious with good variety and prompt service. Amenities like Wi-Fi, parking, and housekeeping were well-managed, making the stay comfortable. The staff was courteous, professional, and always ready to help, which made the experience even better.

Travel Month: Aug 2025

Room: STANDARD ROOM

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Nachiappa Palaniappa Grand Inn has replied on Tue Aug 19 17:36:06 IST 2025

Dear Mr. Alok Pleasure in havin' had you with us. Glad to know that you liked the location, clean spacious rooms and delecious food. Nice to hear about the staff too. Lookin' forward in havin' you with us again.

4.0

Good Stay

abdul r.family with 2 kids

Food was good and other things more to improve.

Travel Month: Aug 2025

Room: SUPER DELUXE

Nachiappa Palaniappa Grand Inn has replied on Sun Aug 17 18:29:26 IST 2025

Dear Mr. Abdul Pleasure in havin' you with us, nice to know you'd liked the food. Would like to host you agin whenever you visit Kodaikanal.

5.0

Excellent Stay

vishnu m.family with 1 kid

The service was top-notch, and the staff were helpful. My room was superb, offering a comfortable and clean space with a lovely balcony. All of this came at a very affordable price, making it an excellent value for the money.

Travel Month: Aug 2025

Room: STANDARD ROOM

Nachiappa Palaniappa Grand Inn has replied on Mon Aug 18 12:10:32 IST 2025

Dear Mr. Vishnu It was our pleasure in havin' hosted you durin' you recent visit to Kodaikanal. Nice to know you had liked the room and the view. Lookin' forward in havin' you with us again.

5.0

Excellent Stay

nayak.

Hotel facilities are excellent, staff are good in behaviour and supportive. The hotel is situated in a nice place, from where we can access, buses, view points, and lake, easily. Overall it was a nice experience.

Travel Month: Jul 2025

Room: STANDARD ROOM

Nachiappa Palaniappa Grand Inn has replied on Fri Aug 15 13:12:19 IST 2025

Dear Mr. Nayak Pleasure in havin' hosted you durin' your recent visit to Kodai. Glad to know you had a great stay with us. Lookin' forward in havin' you with us again.

5.0

Excellent Stay

payel d.

Good food, good service, excellent staff

Travel Month: Jul 2025

Room: DELUXE ROOM

Nachiappa Palaniappa Grand Inn has replied on Fri Aug 15 13:10:34 IST 2025

Dear Ms. Payel Thankin' you for the comments on the food, service and staff. Do refer us to your friends and family. Lookin' forward in havin' you with us again.

5.0

Excellent Stay

lal k.

The staff were so friendly and good atmosphere clean rooms and they clean room very good

Travel Month: Jul 2025

Room: DELUXE ROOM

Nachiappa Palaniappa Grand Inn has replied on Fri Aug 15 13:08:57 IST 2025

Dear Mr. Lal Krishna Pleasure in havin' had you with us. Nice to note that your stay with us was taken care. Lookin' forward in havin' you with us again.

5.0

Excellent Stay

anjali m.

I stayed at Nachiappa palaniappa Grand Inn for 2 nights and ended up extending my stay. I had such a great experience. The rooms were clean, comfortable, and well-maintained, offering a cozy stay with a beautiful balcony view of the surroundings.Overall, it was a peaceful and satisfying stay.

Travel Month: Jul 2025

Room: DELUXE ROOM

Nachiappa Palaniappa Grand Inn has replied on Sat Jul 26 14:53:25 IST 2025

Dear Ms. Anjali Pleasure in havin' had you with us durin' your recent visit to Kodaikanal. Glad to know your stay with us was a great one. Nice to hear about the cleanliness and the view. Lookin' forward in havin' you with again.

4.0

Good Stay

sathishkumar v.

Everything is plea-sent. Very good and helpful staff.

Travel Month: Jul 2025

Room: DELUXE ROOM

Nachiappa Palaniappa Grand Inn has replied on Fri Aug 15 13:13:47 IST 2025

Dear Mr. Satish Nice to hear that your stay was a pleasant one. Hope to have you with us again.

5.0

Excellent Stay

kuldeep c.family

Good clean rooms, good parking facility and easy accessibility to different parts places aroun Good clean rooms, good parking facility and easy accessibility to different parts places around

Travel Month: Jul 2025

Room: STANDARD ROOM

Nachiappa Palaniappa Grand Inn has replied on Wed Jul 16 12:30:01 IST 2025

Dear Mr. Kuldeep It was our pleasure in hostin' you durin' your recent visit to Kodaikanal. Nice to know that you had liked our clean rooms and parkin'. Lookin' forward in havin' you with us again.

5.0

Excellent Stay

abhinav b.

the stay was very nice, all staff were friendly and approachable. one thing i would mention is that don't judge a book by it's cover. though the appearance from the outside is not good, the rooms were near and clean. overall nice stay

Travel Month: Jul 2025

Room: STANDARD ROOM

Nachiappa Palaniappa Grand Inn has replied on Fri Aug 15 13:18:34 IST 2025

Dear Mr. Abhinav Pleasure in havin' had you with us. Glad to know that you had a great stay with us. Do come back to experience our hospitality.

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Q: How many types of rooms are available at Nachiappa Palaniappa Grand Inn in Kodaikanal?

A: At Nachiappa Palaniappa Grand Inn, we offer 3 room types tailored to meet the needs of every traveler. Check detailed room features, images, and the latest availability. Each room is designed to make your stay unforgettable.

Q: What are the popular areas to visit nearby Nachiappa Palaniappa Grand Inn?

A: Nachiappa Palaniappa Grand Inn is situated in Convent Road, Kodaikanal, offering easy access to several well-known attractions and neighbourhoods. Nearby, you can explore popular spots such as 23 in Convent Road, and more.

Q: What are the tourist attractions around Nachiappa Palaniappa Grand Inn?

A: Popular attractions near Nachiappa Palaniappa Grand Inn include : 429 in Kodaikanal Bus Stand, 427 in Bryant Park, 427 in Kodaikanal Lake, 427 in Srinivasapuram Bus Stand, 425 in Pine Forest and more.

Q: What are the Check-In and Check-Out times of Nachiappa Palaniappa Grand Inn, Kodaikanal?

A: Check-In Time: 12 PM
Check-Out Time: 10:30 AM. Early check-ins and late check-outs are subject to availability

Q: What are the customer ratings for Nachiappa Palaniappa Grand Inn?

A: The overall rating for Nachiappa Palaniappa Grand Inn stands at 3.9 out of 5, as reviewed by 381 guests on MakeMyTrip. You can explore in-depth guest reviews and browse through photos shared by visitors directly on the MakeMyTrip platform.

Q: Where is Nachiappa Palaniappa Grand Inn located?

A: Nachiappa Palaniappa Grand Inn is situated at No.45, Convent Road, Kodaikanal, Dindigul, Tamil Nadu, 624101, No.45, Convent Road, Kodaikanal, Dindigul, Tamil Nadu, 624101 , offering convenient access to 429 in Kodaikanal Bus Stand, 427 in Bryant Park, 427 in Kodaikanal Lake, 427 in Srinivasapuram Bus Stand, 425 in Pine Forest and other key locations.

Q: How far is Nachiappa Palaniappa Grand Inn from the city center ?

A: From City Center its 1.8 kms away.

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Good Stay

SUMOSH NAIR

4

We travelled to this property for 2 nights and stayed here with family. Quick glance Pros and Cons of the property: 1. Location 5/5 2. Parking 4/5 3. Staff 4/5 4. Breakfast 4/5 5. Rooms 3/5 6. Wifi and TV 4/5 Cons : 1. Property is Old 2. Walls in Room have dampness 3. Breakfast is basic (wada | idli | pancakes) 4. No major toiletries (towel and soap available) But despite all this occupancy was high majorly bcz of Location. FOM is super courteous and ensures gives a positive vibes even after all this odds.

Wonderful Stay with Great Service

Alok Naik

5

I had a wonderful stay at the property. The location was very convenient with easy access to nearby attractions and transport. The rooms were clean, spacious, and well-maintained. The food was delicious with good variety and prompt service. Amenities like Wi-Fi, parking, and housekeeping were well-managed, making the stay comfortable. The staff was courteous, professional, and always ready to help, which made the experience even better.

Excellent Stay

Anjali mohan

5

I stayed at Nachiappa palaniappa Grand Inn for 2 nights and ended up extending my stay. I had such a great experience. The rooms were clean, comfortable, and well-maintained, offering a cozy stay with a beautiful balcony view of the surroundings.Overall, it was a peaceful and satisfying stay.

Good Stay

Abdul Jaffer Ps

4

Had a pleasant stay at Nachiappa Palaniappa Grand Inn. Rooms were clean, staff were friendly, and the location was convenient. Food was okay — I expected a buffet breakfast, but it was served in the room instead. Overall, good experience.

Excellent Stay

Nayak Ram

5

Hotel facilities are excellent, staff are good in behaviour and supportive. The Nachiappa Palaniappa Grand Inn is situated in a nice place, from where we can access, buses, view points, and lake, easily. Overall it was a nice experience.

Excellent Stay

Abhinav Bajpai

5

the stay was very nice, all staff were friendly and approachable. one thing i would mention is that don't judge a book by it's cover. though the appearance from the outside is not good, the rooms were near and clean. overall nice stay

Excellent Stay

Payel Dey

5

Good food, good service, excellent staff

Good Stay

Jayaprakasam R

4

location is good, room was clean and good. Curtain not neat, somewhat dirty. People are very polite and helpful. Morning complimentary breakfast was very limited items.

Good Stay

Abdul Rahim

4

Food was good and other things more to improve.

Excellent Stay

Kuldeep CB

5

Good clean rooms, good parking facility and easy accessibility to different parts places aroun Good clean rooms, good parking facility and easy accessibility to different parts places around

Good Stay

Sathishkumar v

4

Everything is plea-sent. Very good and helpful staff.

Excellent Stay

Ravikumar Muthu

5

The TV was not working after the complaint was fixed but still it was supposed to be good as it's . rest all as expected good

Good Stay

Ramkumar gurusamy

4

Stay was worth for the pricing, Good reception, decent living Good breakfast and dinner ..

Excellent Stay

vishnu mavoor

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The service was top-notch, and the staff were helpful. My room was superb, offering a comfortable and clean space with a lovely balcony. All of this came at a very affordable price, making it an excellent value for the money.

Excellent Stay

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Nachiappa has become my favourite Nachiappa Palaniappa Grand Inn in Kodaikanal, when I am on a business trip.. The rooms are neat and tidy, bathrooms and clean..

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