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Luxury and Budget: Booking Hotels Close to Chennai Airport

Sapna Kaushik

Last updated: Aug 1, 2019

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Chennai is a leading commercial hub of the country. In the last few years, business travellers to the city have increased manifold. Connected to all important cities in and outside the country, Chennai boasts of an excellent airport and MakeMyTrip of the best deals on flights!

Now that you know where to book your flight to Chennai, up next is where to stay.

Chennai has a number of hotels suiting all budget types. But on a short trip, the most convenient place to stay in a city is a good hotel close to the airport. It’s better to get some more sleep than waste time in a traffic jam!

Here are five of the best hotels in Chennai close to the city airport.

If you seek luxury close to the airport, here are 3 excellent choices:

1. Radisson Blu Hotel GRT
 

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Radisson Blu Hotel GRT offers a luxurious stay just 3 kilometres away from the airport

 

A modern luxury hotel just 3 kilometres away from the airport, Radisson Blu Hotel GRT offers a luxurious and comfortable stay. Some of the world-class facilities include a fully equipped conference hall, steam room, gym, Ayurveda centre, free Wi-Fi and an excellent swimming pool.

Small initiatives by the hotel like express check-in and check-out, prompt room service and attention to the slightest detail, shall make your stay extra special.

The hotel’s bar, Gallop, is always stocked with refreshing cocktails and is open till 11pm. Grab a quick bite at Garden Cafe, the 24-hour coffee shop at the hotel and the famous Great Kebab Factory tops the charts with its scrumptious and indulgent kebabs.

2. Le Royal Meridien

Located just 5.6 kilometres from the airport, Le Royal Meridien, another 5-star hotel is a hot favourite of both business and leisure travellers. The staff at the hotel is extremely cordial and efficient. 240 spacious rooms at the hotel are classified as Executive and Club rooms with 24-hour room service and all modern amenities.

Along with a well-maintained swimming pool and a fully-equipped gym that guests cannot get enough of, dining is a delightful experience at the hotel. Cilantro, the multi-cuisine restaurant, offers a taste of Indian, Chinese, Japanese, Thai, Italian and Arabic cuisine while Kayal will win your heart with fresh and delicious sea food. At Navaratna, savour rich flavours of Indian cuisine and some indulgent French desserts at Gourmandise.

3. Lemon Tree Hotel
An excellent choice for business travellers to Chennai, Lemon Tree Hotel is a 4-star property that boasts of world class facilities at the conference centre, internet access and other recreational facilities.

The dining outlets at the hotel include a 24-hour coffee shop, Citrus Cafe and Slounge, the lounge and bar at the hotel where one can enjoy a game of chess, carom or a video game on the pay station.

Other cheaper but very good lodging options close to the airport are:

4. Hotel Maurya International
 

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Maurya International is a comfortable hotel a short drive away from the airport

 

A short drive away from the airport, Hotel Maurya International is a budget hotel promising comfort to its guests. The rooms have coloured TV, refrigerator, electronic safe and an attached bathroom with shower.

The hotel also has two multi-cuisine restaurants, Maybelle and Roof Top, offering delicious food. The Marshall Bar at Maurya is a pleasant hangout after a hectic day.

5. Hotel KEK Accommodation

Simple and comfortable – that’s probably the best description of Hotel KEK Accommodation. The hotel offers facilities such as laundry, travel desk, internet, central AC, room service, taxi service, satellite TV, hot and cold water supply and many more making it a steal at incredibly low prices.

Scoring high on customer satisfaction, this BNB is just 3 kilometres away from the hotel.

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