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THE Lotus Palace Chettinad

4.5 star property
Luxury hotel with full-service spa and free breakfast

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Interior detail
Restaurant
Outdoor pool
Interior entrance
Luxury Double Room, Courtyard View

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Breakfast included
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
The current price is AU$186
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept

Room options

View all photos for Luxury Double Room, Courtyard View

43-inch Smart TV with cable channels

Luxury Double Room, Courtyard View

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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43-inch Smart TV with cable channels

Double Room, Private Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
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About the area

Karaikudi is home to THE Lotus Palace Chettinad. Kanadukathan Palace and Island Bungalow are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Municipality Park. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking/biking trails.
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Map
CVCT St, Karaikudi, TN, 630103

What's nearby

  • Municipality Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Kanadukathan Palace - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Pilaiyarpatti Temple - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Island Bungalow - 4 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Annamalai Polytechnic College - 4 min drive - 2.6 km

Getting around

  • Chettinad Station - 5 min drive
  • Madurai (IXM) - 112 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪ganesh restaurant - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Hotel Sri Karpagam - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪chettinadu court - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Shree Narayana Coffee House - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Tasty Fried Chicken - ‬13 min drive

About this property

THE Lotus Palace Chettinad

Luxury hotel
You can look forward to a free breakfast buffet, a library and dry cleaning/laundry services at THE Lotus Palace Chettinad. Treat yourself to aromatherapy, a deep-tissue massage or a facial at the on-site spa. Free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 25+ Mbps, is available to all guests, along with a bar and a restaurant.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Free self-parking and valet parking
  • Bike hire, a TV in reception and tour/ticket information
  • Massage treatment rooms, concierge services and luggage storage
Room features
All guest rooms at THE Lotus Palace Chettinad offer comforts, such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches, such as separate sitting areas and bathrobes.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and hairdryers
  • 43-inch Smart TVs with cable channels
  • Separate sitting areas, LED light bulbs and mini fridges

Languages

English, Hindi

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Free valet parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Full-service spa
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Children's games
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Full-service spa

  • 3 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Spa open daily
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 43-inch smart TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Mini-fridge
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:30 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - 11:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Reservations are required for massage services; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

The Lotus Chettinad Karaikudi
THE Lotus Palace Chettinad Hotel
THE Lotus Palace Chettinad Karaikudi
THE Lotus Palace Chettinad Hotel Karaikudi

Frequently asked questions

Does THE Lotus Palace Chettinad have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at THE Lotus Palace Chettinad?

As of 19 Aug 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at THE Lotus Palace Chettinad on 8 Sept 2025 start from AU$185.65, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is THE Lotus Palace Chettinad pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at THE Lotus Palace Chettinad?

Self-parking and valet parking are free at this property.

What time is check-in at THE Lotus Palace Chettinad?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:30 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at THE Lotus Palace Chettinad?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is THE Lotus Palace Chettinad located?

Situated in Karaikudi, this luxury hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Chidambara Vinayagar Temple and Municipality Park. Kanadukathan Palace and Athmanathaswamy Temple are also within 1 mile (2 km). Chettinad Station is 29 minutes by foot.

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THE Lotus Palace Chettinad Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 6 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 6 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 6 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 6 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

7.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Prakash

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A small boutique heritage hotel. Very clean and quiet. Staff are friendly and helpful. Spa and the pool are fantastic! Food menu was limited but was well cooked and delicious! Overall fantastic hotel, staff and service!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Raj

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
This property is an old style chettinad mansion which has been modernised but retaining most of its original features. It's beautiful to look at but does not live up to its 5 star rating and definitely does not justify its sky high room rates. The staff appear untrained and look baffled at simple requests. Our triple room had a toilet and bathroom within the main bedroom area with just a simple wooden louvre separating door. This clearly offers no privacy whatsoever and is unacceptable for a hotel rating itself 5 star. If you are in the area, this hotel is worth looking at for its decor but there are far better value hotels in the same town.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

2/10 Terrible

Kasiraja

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautifully remodeled traditional Chettinad home . Unfortunately although we were at the lotus room , one whole ring of the hotel , we could not shower at night due to hot water issues as well as in the morning still working in hot and cold water !! Doors were not shutting properly in the bathroom , could not get back in from the tub area in to the room as staff weee fixing continuously no privacy to relax !! Cost of this stay per night was $450!! I expect luxury at this rate . Manager disappeared and didn’t come though we waited to discuss our concerns . We did call Expedia and complain as well immediately . Will not be staying here ever
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vineetha

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

prakash

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

nice stay

Excellent place to stay, spacious room, really excellent toiletries and nice pool, enjoyed the stay and will come back again..
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Sridhar

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024