The Leela Palace Chennai
13.016997, 80.273516Overview
Chennai's only oceanfront 5-star hotel overlooking the Bay of Bengal
Accommodations & Views
The Leela Palace Chennai offers guest rooms with uninterrupted views of the Bay of Bengal, many of which include a walk-in closet and a pillow menu for personalized comfort. Guests staying in Royal Club rooms gain access to the Royal Club Lounge, where afternoon high tea and evening cocktails are served daily. Each room is assigned a dedicated butler who handles everything from packing luggage to sourcing local items such as soap nuts.
Dining
The hotel operates 6 restaurants, including Jamavar, the signature Indian restaurant serving royal thalis and butter chicken, and China XO for Chinese fine dining. Spectra, the all-day dining venue, features seven interactive kitchens with views of the Adyar River and a breakfast buffet with made-to-order dosas and Asian cuisine. For evening drinks, Library Blu offers creative cocktails and live music performances in an intimate setting.
Wellness & Leisure
The Spa & wellness centre provides body scrubs, wraps, facials, and massage treatments, alongside a hammam, sauna, and steam room for relaxation. Guests can use the outdoor swimming pool and separate kids' pool, with loungers and towels provided poolside. A 24-hour fitness centre with TechnoGym equipment and a personal trainer is available, along with weekly yoga sessions and themed dinner nights.
Business & Events
Hotel Leela Palace Chennai offers meeting and banquet facilities that can accommodate up to 1500 guests, with state-of-the-art grand ballrooms for weddings and conferences. The business centre includes fax/photocopying services, and the in-house banquet team can handle last-minute changes for events. Guests also have access to express check-in/check-out, currency exchange, and a dedicated concierge desk for arranging transportation or excursions.
Location & Cultural Experiences
The Leela Palace is located along the Coromandel Coast, a short drive from Marina Beach (the city's main waterfront) and the historic Fort St. George. The hotel's regal architecture is inspired by Chettinad palaces, with landscaped gardens and an art walk showcasing local heritage. Guests can book a tour or class about local culture, or visit San Thome Basilica, a 16th-century cathedral minutes from the property.
- Location: Chennai's only 2 hectare oceanfront hotel on the Bay of Bengal
- Rooms: Sea-view rooms with pillow menu and private butler
- Dining: 6 restaurants-Jamavar, China XO, Spectra, The Library Bar
- Wellness: Spa & wellness centre, sauna, steam room, outdoor pool
- Business: Meeting spaces for up to 1500 guests
- Family: Kids' pool, babysitting, cooking classes
Rooms and availability
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Max:4 persons
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Bed options:1 King-size bed
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Bathtub
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Max:4 persons
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Bed options:1 King-size bed
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Bathtub
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Max:4 persons
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Bed options:1 King-size bed
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Bathtub
Facilities
Main facilities
Valet parking
Luggage storage
Locker room
24-hour reception
24-hour security
Bar/ Lounge area
Restaurant
Welcome drink
Snack bar
Paid airport shuttle
Fitness centre
Outdoor swimming pool
Sports & Fitness
- Fitness centre
- Billiard tables
- Sports trainer
Services
- Paid airport shuttle
- Valet parking
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Car hire
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Shops/Commercial services
- Welcome drink
- Happy hour
Dining
- Restaurant
- Snack bar
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Dinner
- Packed lunches
- Special diet menus
Business
- Business centre
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cots
- Babysitting/Child services
- Children's menu
- Children's pool
Spa & Leisure
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Sun loungers
- Live entertainment
- Sun terrace
- Garden area
- Spa & wellness centre
- Sauna
- Turkish bath
- Steam room
- Jacuzzi
- Pedicure
- Manicure
- Waxing
- Body scrub
- Facial
- Treatment room
- Body wraps
- Massage
- Make up services
Room view
- Sea view
- City view
- Pool view
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Mini-bar
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
- Bathroom telephone
Media
- Direct dial telephone
- AM/FM alarm clock
Essential information about The Leela Palace Chennai
| 💵 Lowest room price | 78 £ |
| 📏 Distance to centre | 5.5 km |
| ✈️ Distance to airport | 14.8 km |
| 🧳 Nearest airport | Chennai International, MAA |
Location
- City landmarks
- Nearby
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FAQ about The Leela Palace Chennai
- сash
- Visa
- American Express
- Mastercard
- a wardrobe
- complimentary wireless internet
- a well-stocked minibar
- a minibar
- a sofa set
- a work desk
- coffee/tea making machines
- a cable flat-screen TV
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