The Leela Palace Chennai

Hotels
The Leela
Adyar Seaface, MRC Nagar , Chennai , in

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Fitness facilities
WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Fitness center
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Cleanliness
Excellent service
Great location
High-quality amenities
Cons:
Value for Money
Breakfast options limited
Initial room allocation issues

Categories

Cleanliness
9.44
Many reviews highlight the hotel as sparkling clean and immaculate.
Service
9.91
Numerous guests praise the excellent service from staff throughout their stay.
Location
9.45
The hotel is well-located with sea-view rooms enhancing the experience.
Room Quality
8.9
Most rooms are well-appointed, though there were some complaints about initial room assignments.
Amenities
8.93
Amenities like the pool and gym received praise, despite minor service delays noted.
Value for Money
8.39
While some found value in the services, others felt the experience didn't justify the cost.
Food and Beverage
8.94
Food was generally rated positively, with mentions of quality but mixed feelings about breakfast options.
Overall Experience
9.61
Overall, guests had positive experiences though some specific complaints were noted.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-10 05:05

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodation
Spread across 4.8 acres of peaceful land, the Leela Palace Chennai offers grand and well-designed rooms with 24-hour room service. Each room overlooks the sea and is equipped with modern amenities like a 40-inch flat-screen TV, Blu-ray player, and a well-stocked minibar.

Dining Excellence
Indulge in a culinary journey at Spectra restaurant with 7 interactive kitchens and stunning views of the Adyar River. Explore other dining options like Jamavar Indian Restaurant, China XO Chinese restaurant, and Library Blu bar for a diverse gastronomic experience.

Convenient Amenities
Enjoy the outdoor pool, fitness centre, and services like car rentals, day trip arrangements, and a florist at your disposal. With its proximity to key attractions and airports, Leela Palace Chennai ensures a seamless stay for every guest.

Book now for an unforgettable experience at Leela Palace Chennai!

Important information:

Please note that early check-in and late check-out are subject to availability and additional charges are applicable. Please note that any changes in tax structure due to government policies will result in revised taxes, which will be applicable to all reservations and will be charged additionally during check out. Please note that a total of 5 or more rooms, booked through one/several online and voice channels irrespective of the no. of room/s booked at the same hotel and/or when they are booked, either in the name of one guest and/or several individual names and for stays overlapping on at least one common date, shall be considered as group travel, and shall be treated in contravention to the hotel’s policy of distributing rates through online and voice channels for individual stays only. Such reservations, whenever identified prior to check-in, will be treated as null and void and will be canceled instantly, without any prior intimation. Alternatively, such bookings identified post check-in, will be charged additionally on check-out as per the decision of the hotel management and the additional charge will be binding on the travelers. The hotel management will not be responsible for any inconvenience or financial implications caused to any such member/s of this group and shall remain indemnified. Limited hotel facilities will be operational as per government regulations. Taxes are subject to change and taxes will be levied as prevalent during the stay of guests.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Airport code: MAA

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 6 years old stay for Rs. 0 per person per night when using an existing bed.
    People 7 years old and over stay for Rs. 2,000 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

Cleanliness: 9.44
Service: 9.91
Location: 9.45
Room Quality: 8.9
Amenities: 8.93
Value for Money: 8.39
Food and Beverage: 8.94
Overall Experience: 9.61
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The perfect ending to an unforgettable India trip
Pros:

The perfect finale to a three-week family trip through Tamil Nadu and Kerala. After homestays, houseboats, and long mountain drives, The Leela Palace gave us exactly the elegant, relaxing close we were hoping for.

Special mention to our butler, Charan Sood, whose attentiveness and warmth made every part of our stay easier and more special — and to Chandra and Kumar at the pool, who looked after our family of four with genuine care throughout our time there. Breakfast was outstanding, the pool was beautiful, and the evening fire show was a lovely touch. Service across the board was excellent, but it was these three in particular who made our stay memorable. Highly recommend, and we'd return in a heartbeat.

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LOVED IT SO MUCH
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loved everything about the hotel, i cannot fault it!!! would definitely stay again!

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Excellent
Pros:

Excellent

Cons:

NA

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Pros:

It was a truly wonderful and memorable stay at The Leela Palace Chennai. From the moment we arrived, we felt warmly welcomed by the entire team. The fresh flower arrangements throughout the hotel and the beautiful fragrance in the room created a peaceful and relaxing atmosphere. The evening live music performance by the waterfront was simply magical—it felt serene, almost like being in a heavenly temple. The staff were exceptionally friendly, attentive, and thoughtful. As we were travelling with our 2.5-year-old son, having a spacious suite made us feel completely at home. A special thanks to Aditya at the front desk, who patiently explained all the available room options and helped us choose the most comfortable suite for our family.
Our biggest appreciation goes to our butler, Suva, who truly made our stay exceptional. He was always available whenever we needed anything and ensured that every request was attended to immediately. Nothing was ever too much trouble for him. He went above and beyond to make our stay comfortable, always checking in to make sure everything was perfect and that we were enjoying our time at the hotel. One of the highlights of our stay was the palace tour he personally gave us. He took the time to explain the history, architecture, and unique features of the property with great patience and enthusiasm, making the experience even more special. His genuine care, warm hospitality, and attention to every little detail made us feel truly valued as guests.
We would also like to thank Manisha and Sonali from the restaurant, who were incredibly thoughtful and caring, especially when it came to preparing food for our little one. Their kindness and attention made every meal a pleasant experience.
A big thank you as well to the housekeeping team, Lucky and Narasimha, who kept our room spotless and always serviced it promptly and efficiently. We also appreciate Siva from the minibar, who made sure our snacks and refreshments were always replenished.

Cons:

Everything good. Overall, our stay was made truly memorable by the outstanding hospitality of the entire team. It is the people who make The Leela Palace Chennai so special. We will definitely choose to stay here again on our next visit and highly recommend this beautiful hotel to anyone looking for a luxurious stay with warm, genuine hospitality.

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Pros:

Hospitality and cleanliness

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Amazing and worth every penny!
Pros:

The staff were amazing, always very attentive and helpful. The whole hotel had this amazing smell!

Loved our rooms as well filled with flowers. The food at Spectra was amazing.

Cons:

Some hidden/sneaky places were a bit dirty in the toilet

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رحلة استجمام ممتعة
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الخدمات والنظافة والفخامة

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البحر يعتبر بعيد شيئ ما عن الفندق

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