Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Terrace
Garden
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Beautiful restored old mansion
Serene and comfortable environment
Helpful staff
Cons:
Wish I had stayed longer
None mentioned

Categories

Cleanliness
9.1
The hotel is a beautifully restored mansion, indicating high cleanliness standards.
Service
9.6
The staff were super friendly and couldn't have been more helpful, highlighting exceptional service.
Location
9.1
Serene and historic location, ideal for exploring the surroundings.
Room Quality
9.1
Rooms described as calming and cool, suggesting high-quality accommodations.
Amenities
9.4
Amenities such as free bikes to explore and a beautiful pool enhance the stay.
Value for Money
8.9
Good value considering the quality and services offered.
Food and Beverage
9.1
Delicious and local cuisine noted, with positive mentions of the restaurant.
Overall Experience
9.3
Overall perfect stay, highly recommended by multiple reviews.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-08 14:55

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodation
Saratha Vilas Chettinad offers air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each equipped with a private bathroom. Guests can relax on the patio with a garden view or enjoy a drink at the snack bar.

Recreational Activities
Guests can make the most of their stay by utilizing the free bikes, outdoor swimming pool, and engaging in activities like cycling. The hotel's garden and terrace provide serene spots for relaxation.

Convenient Amenities
With a restaurant on-site and rooms featuring a fridge, Saratha Vilas Chettinad ensures that guests have everything they need for a comfortable stay.

Ready to experience luxury and relaxation at Saratha Vilas Chettinad? Book your stay now!

Important information:

Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Location

Guest Reviews

9.2
Based on 93 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.1
Service: 9.6
Location: 9.1
Room Quality: 9.1
Amenities: 9.4
Value for Money: 8.9
Food and Beverage: 9.1
Overall Experience: 9.3
R
Rachael • couple • gb
10
Pros:

We had a wonderful stay at Saratha Villas. The property is exceptional. Beautifully restored and maintained by its owners. The staff were so kind and welcoming and the food was excellent. We really couldn’t fault it. We highly recommend this amazing property.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-10-31 • via Nuitee
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Nimita • couple • in
10
2026-10-31 • via Nuitee
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Chaitra • family_with_children • in
10
Incredible heritage stay. One of our best hotel experiences anywhere in the world!
Pros:

One of our best heritage stays EVER, anywhere in the world! There’s something so beautiful about this ancient Chettinad home, with its checkered courtyard, art exhibits, and lovely green spaces to relax in. It’s a combination of old world charm, modern luxury, amazing hospitality and spectacular food. Every time I stepped into that gorgeous courtyard I would feel utterly at peace. We loved every minute spent here and were so sad to leave. LOVED the extremely detailed guidebooks and information about the area that was provided in the rooms. It’s the first time we’ve experienced that in any Indian hotel, and it really suits travellers who like to read up extensively about any historical place they visit. (Like us!) Nachiyappan who helped us out during our stay was so kind and gracious, we really appreciated his detailed guidance about places to visit too! All the other staff - the manager Kiran, security Muthu, and ladies at the reception were also lovely. They also provided us with cycles and we cycled around Kothamangalam which was a nice experience. The owners were a delight to talk to as well. Pro tip - try the western food, the salads are great, the owners take a lot of care to curate that menu.

Cons:

Nothing at all. It was stunning!

2026-10-22 • via Nuitee
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Mark • couple • gb
10
Words cannot describe how much we enjoyed this property and the evident passion that has gone into its development.
Pros:

The property was outstanding. The two people that run it are passionate about standards and quality.
We had a thoroughly relaxing and enjoyable stay and hope to return again soon.

Cons:

There was nothing we didn’t like about this property and lots that we did

2026-10-18 • via Nuitee
S
Sourisse • couple • in
10
2026-10-07 • via Nuitee
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Alain • couple • fr
10
Une expérience authentique inoubliable
Pros:

Un somptueux palais du Chettinad magnifiquement réhabilité en hôtel de charme.
Tout n y est que luxe, calme et authenticité

Cons:

RAS

2026-09-08 • via Nuitee
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Radhika • couple • in
10
Pros:

The property was very well maintained and the staff were eager to help. The place had a good mix of old world charm and relaxed, laid back vibe.

2026-09-01 • via Nuitee
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Elsie David • solo_traveller • in
10
Enjoyed every moment spent! Very clean and comfortable and the staff were exceptionally efficient and helpful!
Pros:

Loved the glimpse into the past as they have maintained the traditional ambiance in the best possible way!

Cons:

Nothing to complain!

2026-08-29 • via Nuitee
P
Pascal • solo_traveller • be
10
2026-07-03 • via Nuitee
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MIGUEL • couple • in
10
The epitome of cosy luxury
Pros:

It feels like the homy palace of your distant cousins and not at all like a hotel.
The owners are there and treat you with kindness, generosity and non imposing wisdom

Cons:

That there isn’t any other Saratha Vilas in every city of India

2026-06-19 • via Nuitee
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Victor • couple • fr
10
Une parenthèse rare où l’élégance du lieu rencontre la chaleur humaine.
Pros:

Nous avons tellement apprécié notre séjour que nous avons finalement décidé de le prolonger d’une nuit supplémentaire , ce qui est probablement le plus beau compliment que l’on puisse faire à une maison.

Tout ici semble avoir été pensé avec justesse : la beauté du lieu, évidemment, avec cette atmosphère unique propre au Chettinad, mais aussi la qualité des repas, généreux et raffinés, le confort de la literie, irréprochable, et la gentillesse sincère de l’ensemble du personnel.

Et puis il y a Bernard et Michel. Deux hôtes qui donnent une âme à cette demeure. Leur accueil, leur disponibilité, leur élégance dans la manière de recevoir font toute la différence.

Il est rare de séjourner dans un endroit où chaque détail trouve sa place et où l’on a réellement le sentiment qu’aucune fausse note n’existe. Réussir un 10/10 sur tous les aspects relève presque de l’exception ; ici, c’est pourtant le cas.

Nous espérons revenir très vite et adressons à Bernard et Michel nos remerciements les plus chaleureux et amicaux pour ces moments précieux.

Cons:

Rien

2026-06-14 • via Nuitee
H
helene • family_with_children • fr
10
Exceptionnel...un paradis
Pros:

Un magnifique séjour...tout mais tout était là pour faire de ces 4 jours la plus belle étape de notre séjour de 2 mois en Inde
Rénovation splendide et de tŕès grande qualité d'un palais chettiar.Très très classe .Tous les espaces que ce soit les chambres,les salons,le restaurant les jardins ..la piscine montre un goût très sûr,la beauté la sérénite dominent.
Le personnel est plus que souriant et efficace.
Belle balade à vélo au petit matin, plein de belles choses à voir dans ce si beau Chettinad
Et bonheur supplémentaire..avoir pu partager quelques discussions avec les deux charmants proprietaires de ce havre de paix.

Cons:

Absolument et définitement tout aimé

2026-05-26 • via Nuitee
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David • family_with_children • gb
10
We really enjoyed our stay in this beautiful property
Pros:

Really lovely property. The hosts were very attentive and we had a very comfortable stay

Cons:

Nothing

2026-04-12 • via Nuitee
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LAGRANGE • family_with_children • fr
10
2026-04-08 • via Nuitee
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Violet • couple • gb
10
Pros:

Everything

Cons:

Nothing

2026-03-31 • via Nuitee
J
Judith • solo_traveller • be
10
Hotel molto bello! ti permette di esplorare e vivere gli spazi di una maison-Palais ristrutturata con grande cura a Chet
2026-03-29 • via Nuitee
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jjchemicals • family_with_children • in
9
2026-03-20 • via Nuitee
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Nalini • solo_traveller • ch
10
A grandiose beautifully renovated mansion, small boutique hotel with all modern facilities
Pros:

A royal treatment in every sense, authentic renovations of Chettinad mansion by two French architects with much love , delicious local and international food, impeccable service and plus if interested with private knowledgeable guide of the area of a rich and grandiose mansions and local crafts historical region of Tamil nadu( Chettinad region). Felt like a queen for their attentive service and at the same as I was treated like a family member Quite memorable.

Cons:

Nothing much

2026-03-10 • via Nuitee
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Mario • solo_traveller • it
10
Pros:

I appreciated the kindness and the helpfulness of the staff, the elegant accomodation, the variety and the quality of the menu proposed for dinner, etc. But most of all I felt that staying in one of Chettinad's beautiful palaces made my visit to the region complete and worthwhile.
Saratha Vilas is not only a luxurious hotel... It is a full experience that I wholeheartedly recommend (as it was recommended to me).

2026-03-08 • via Nuitee
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Louis • family_with_children • ch
10
Pros:

Ich gebe eigentlich nie eine 10 von 10, aber ich war wirklich von diesem Hotel begeistert. Wunderschöne und gemütliche Zimmer. Einen sehr netten Hotelbesitzer und das Personal war auch extrem freundlich. Schöne Einrichtung, so dass das Hotel selbst schon fast eine Attraktion ist. Gutes Frühstück und Abendessen.

Cons:

Nichts was einen negativen Einfluss auf meinen Aufenthalt hatte.

2026-03-08 • via Nuitee