Taj Connemara, Chennai is an ageless symbol of luxury, style, and heritage, offering a touch of tradition but with class. Situated in the center of the city, this heritage hotel is not a destination; it's an experience through the spirit of Southern hospitality, where time has stood still to remember.
Taj Connemara, which was originally begun in 1854, is India's oldest hotel. It is as ancient as the city of Chennai itself, their histories intertwined in a manner. The hotel has seen its share of the who's who of travelers, celebrities, and dignitaries, all of whom came to visit and experience the hospitality of the city. It was an eyewitness to the growth of the city itself. Its colonial design, in which old and new are blended together, tells of the city's cosmopolitan character and history running through its veins. Enter Taj Connemara's lobby, and you are greeted with a serene and regal ambiance from the very beginning.
Tall ceilings dramatic décor, finest quality wood carvings, and lavish carpets reflect drama of yore but new and more modern convenience with certain style to never go for penny-pinch. Warm and friendly service individuals who understand the art of making you feel at home approach to help you transfer as much quality of services, flawless to the extent of others, to your membership eternally to the Taj group. Hotel rooms are a blend of old-world and contemporary architecture, and are a serene haven after a day of wandering around the cosmopolitan city of Chennai. From the opulent suite to the compact room, every detail is meticulously planned in an effort to offer luxury and comfort. From elegant beds to state-of-the-art technology, the rooms have been decorated in such a way that they are especially made for business travelers and tourists alike.
Culinary experience is something that one can eagerly wait for at the Taj Connemara, where dining happens to be a way of an experience.
There are various restaurants in the hotel, each with a unique combination of flavors. From the South Indian fare that offers a taste of local cuisine to international cuisine for the cosmopolitan traveler, there is something for everyone. The retro look of the "Verandah" restaurant, renowned for its relaxed ambiance and colonial-style architecture, is quite popular with tourists. Whether it is a breakfast in the sunshine, a relaxed lunch, or even a formal dinner in formal places, all meals are prepared with the finest ingredients, as is the level of standard maintained by the hotel. The address of Taj Connemara is another major draw. Situated in the bustling commercial district of Chennai, it is close to cultural landmarks such as the Government Museum, the Marina Beach, and the vibrant shopping areas of T Nagar and Pondy Bazaar. Whether you’re in Chennai for business or leisure, the hotel's prime location ensures you’re never far from the city's many attractions.
For the holiday recreational hunters, the hotel provides top-of-the-line wellness facilities in the form of a health club and a spa. Soaking in the tub or just relaxing into a soothing massage is what one has to do to relax after having spent a crazy day.
Short of declaring Taj Connemara is not a hotel—it's a monument, where the past exists in the present and royalty is conferred on all who visit here—it is an experience through Chennai's fascinating history with world-class facilities for which the Taj is famous, and it's something you simply can't miss on your travels.