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6 Nov - 8 Nov
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13 Nov - 15 Nov

Our top choices for Thanjavur historic hotels

A row of white, two-story buildings with balconies, surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees.

1. Great Trails River View Resort Thanjavur by GRT Hotels

Great Trails River View Resort Thanjavur by GRT Hotels
3.5 star property
Thanjavur
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (57 reviews)
"Excellent"
United States
Nadia
The price is AU$146
includes taxes & fees
6 Nov - 7 Nov
Great Trails River View Resort Thanjavur by GRT Hotels
A modern bathroom with a rectangular mirror, a white sink, and a wall-mounted towel rack.

2. The Emerald

The Emerald
3.0 star property
Thanjavur
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (7 reviews)
"Amazing place to stay. Build in 2025, so all new modern style fixture. Helpful staff"
United Kingdom
nitesh
The price is AU$33
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
The Emerald
A spacious lobby with a reception desk, comfortable seating, and a chandelier.

3. Sangam Hotel in Thanjavur

Sangam Hotel in Thanjavur
3.0 star property
Thanjavur
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (73 reviews)
"Very nice hotel, great breakfast. Rooms are good & clean. Staff are very helpful & respectful."
United States
Sobha
The price is AU$92
includes taxes & fees
7 Nov - 8 Nov
Sangam Hotel in Thanjavur
Pool

4. Svatma - A Luxury Heritage Resort

Svatma - A Luxury Heritage Resort
4.5 star property
Thanjavur
7.6 out of 10, Good, (34 reviews)
"Great Heritage Property with friendly staff. Needs a bit of renovation which will make the property top notch. Tamil cultural touch all over the place makes it great. Was a great experience staying there…"
Australia
Raviraj
The price is AU$112
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
Svatma - A Luxury Heritage Resort
A hotel room with two beds, a TV mounted on the wall, a mirror, and a small table with candles.

5. Hotel Victoriyah

Hotel Victoriyah
2.0 star property
Thanjavur
7.0 out of 10, Good, (9 reviews)
"We ended up walking out and not staying it was awful nothing like it says on the website "
United Kingdom
Fiona
The price is AU$44
includes taxes & fees
4 Dec - 5 Dec
Hotel Victoriyah
Lobby

6. Hotel Abi's Inn

Hotel Abi's Inn
3.0 star property
Thanjavur
6.6 out of 10, (15 reviews)
"nice people"
Australia
Aravindan
The price is AU$47
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
Hotel Abi's Inn
A two-story building with a traditional architectural style, featuring a central entrance with a wooden door and a small porch area.

7. Rams Inn

Rams Inn
2.0 star property
Thanjavur
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
The price is AU$55
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Rams Inn
A hotel room with a large bed, a headboard with a green panel, and a window with curtains.

8. PLA Residency Annex

PLA Residency Annex
3.0 star property
Thanjavur
6.0 out of 10, (5 reviews)
"Never again "
United States
sriram
The price is AU$54
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
PLA Residency Annex
A hotel room with two beds, dark wooden headboards, and a large wardrobe.

9. Hotel Barnabas Homestay

Hotel Barnabas Homestay
3.0 star property
Thanjavur
4.0 out of 10, (4 reviews)
"Roach crawling around, bathroom toilet tank leaking water"
United States
susan
The price is AU$19
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
Hotel Barnabas Homestay
A modern interior with a reception desk, a chandelier, a ceiling fan, and a large window.

10. PLA Nest -Comfort Stay

PLA Nest -Comfort Stay
3.0 star property
Thanjavur
2.0 out of 10, (1 review)
"Property says that the booking is not visible to them and no room was allocated since all rooms were booked, struggled with 6 month baby to find another property, trying with Expedia customer care to get the refund and didn't get updates from them. Really had a worst experience with the booking."
United Kingdom
Surendiran
The price is AU$28
includes taxes & fees
13 Nov - 14 Nov
PLA Nest -Comfort Stay
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a view of the city.

11. HOTEL NATANYA

HOTEL NATANYA
Thanjavur
The price is AU$106
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
HOTEL NATANYA
A hotel room with a bed, a chair, and a window with curtains.

12. Freshup

Freshup
2.0 star property
Thanjavur
The price is AU$31
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
Freshup
A restaurant interior with wooden counters, a central counter with a kebab station, and a ceiling with recessed lighting.

13. PLA Residency Tanjore

PLA Residency Tanjore
2.5 star property
Thanjavur
The price is AU$51
includes taxes & fees
13 Nov - 14 Nov
PLA Residency Tanjore
The exterior of G Grand Inn with a sign for Sangethas restaurant.

14. G Grand Inn

G Grand Inn
3.0 star property
Thanjavur
The price is AU$36
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
G Grand Inn
A hotel room with two beds, a ceiling fan, an air conditioning unit, a wall mural, and a door leading to a bathroom.

15. Rae by Tamara Kumbakonam - Formerly Lilac Kumbakonam

Rae by Tamara Kumbakonam - Formerly Lilac Kumbakonam
3.0 star property
Kumbakonam
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (61 reviews)
"Excellent food! Friendly and professional staff!"
United States
Sankaranarayananan
The price is AU$80
includes taxes & fees
6 Nov - 7 Nov
Rae by Tamara Kumbakonam - Formerly Lilac Kumbakonam
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and palm trees in the background.

16. Mantra Koodam - CGH Earth

Mantra Koodam - CGH Earth
3.0 star property
Thiruvidaimarudur
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (76 reviews)
"Always enjoy my stay here beautiful property, well maintained. The restaurant needs to improve quality of food."
United States
Umashankar
The price is AU$235
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
Mantra Koodam - CGH Earth
A reception desk with a wooden finish, overhead lighting, and a sign that reads "RECEPTION".

17. Cholaa Dynasty - A Bergamont Hotel

Cholaa Dynasty - A Bergamont Hotel
3.5 star property
Kumbakonam
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (45 reviews)
"Clean place, polite staff and good food."
United States
Jaiganesh
The price is AU$55
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Cholaa Dynasty - A Bergamont Hotel
Exterior

18. Naadi Grand Inn

Naadi Grand Inn
2.5 star property
Thanjavur
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2 reviews)
"Staff was extremely kind and polite . People comes first then rest follows . The entire staff crew is very friendly "
United Kingdom
Sivakumar
The price is AU$13
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Naadi Grand Inn
A modern lobby with a geometric ceiling design, a seating area with gray sofas, and a reception desk with a decorative wall.

19. Hotel Ark

Hotel Ark
3.5 star property
Kumbakonam
7.8 out of 10, Good, (13 reviews)
"Nearby Temples and shopping"
United Kingdom
Jayan K
The price is AU$76
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Hotel Ark
A hotel entrance with a staircase leading to the lobby, decorated with garlands and potted plants.

20. Hotel Sumi Palace

Hotel Sumi Palace
3.0 star property
Thanjavur
7.6 out of 10, Good, (12 reviews)
"Clean tidy hotel located near the new bus stand. Amenable staff."
United Kingdom
Anonymous traveller
The price is AU$38
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
Hotel Sumi Palace
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Top Thanjavur Hotel Reviews

Sangam Hotel in Thanjavur

Sangam Hotel in Thanjavur

10/10 Excellent
"I really enjoyed my stay at Sangam hotel Quite unassuming but lovely and very helpful staff and very clean room. An oasis of calm away from the hustle and bustle of Thanjavur"
Karen 3-night trip
Posted 2 months ago
Sangam Hotel in Thanjavur

Frequently asked questions

What should a history enthusiast expect from a trip to Thanjavur?
Sights with historical relevance in Thanjavur are probably at the top of your travel itinerary. You can also enjoy the many sights to visit such as temples and churches.
How many historically relevant hotels are there in Thanjavur?
In Thanjavur, there are 53 lodging options bookable on Expedia but not many designated as historic hotels.
What are the must-see historical places and other sights to visit in Thanjavur?
Landmarks like Thanjavur Royal Palace and Maratha Palace in Thanjavur might be worth a visit. A couple of additional sights to add to your itinerary are Sivaganga Gardens and Sangeetha Mahal.
What is a historic hotel like in Thanjavur?
By choosing a historic hotel, you can enjoy a holiday someplace that has an official historic designation. A stately home, palace or even a lodge, old police station or skyscraper can be transformed into a historic hotel as long as it's a place of special interest. Traditional architecture and period features are typically preserved in the guestrooms or communal spaces of such hotels in Thanjavur, bringing the history to life.
What is the difference between a historic hotel and a heritage hotel?
"Heritage hotel" is more common in Asia and Europe, while "historic hotel" is a term often used in the U.S. but overall the terms are quite similar. The architecture and building of historic hotels are generally what's most significant. For a heritage hotel, mainly, it's cultural value and how it influenced the community.
Do historic hotels in Thanjavur have modern facilities?
Hotels have the safety features and modern conveniences you might expect, while every effort is made to preserve the historic aspects and traditions. Smart TVs, WiFi, updated bathroom facilities and the popular amenities found in a hotel will also be available in a historic hotel. Rest assured that when you select a historic hotel in Thanjavur, you won't be staying at a place that is rundown or uncomfortable.

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