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THE Lotus Palace Chettinad

4.5 star property

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Outdoor pool
Restaurant
Interior detail
Interior entrance
Luxury Courtyard View Room

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
The current price is NZ$206
includes taxes & fees
16 May - 17 May

Explore the area

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CVCT St, Karaikudi, TN, 630103
  • Place, Chidambara Vinayagar Temple
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Kanadukathan Palace
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Pilaiyarpatti Temple
    ‪20 min walk‬

Room options

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Luxury Room

Luxury Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Luxury Courtyard View Room | Living area

Luxury Courtyard View Room

  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Karaikudi

A luxury stay in Karaikudi awaits you at THE Lotus Palace Chettinad. Within a short 5-minute stroll, you'll find Chidambara Vinayagar Temple and Municipality Park. Highlights at this hotel include a full-service spa, a restaurant and an outdoor swimming pool. .A pampering day can include deep-tissue massages and Swedish massages along with facials and aromatherapy. The hotel's own lounge bar is a nice place to enjoy a drink. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. Each morning free buffet breakfast is offered between 7:00 AM and 10:30 AM. There's also the convenience of free valet parking. .Sights within a 10-minute walk of this 4.5-property class Karaikudi hotel include Kanadukathan Palace and within 30 minutes you'll find Athmanathaswamy Temple.

What's nearby

  • Chidambara Vinayagar Temple - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Municipality Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Kanadukathan Palace - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Pilaiyarpatti Temple - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Island Bungalow - 4 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Hotel Sri Karpagam - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪ganesh restaurant - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪chettinadu court - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Chettinaadu Inn - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Tasty Fried Chicken - ‬12 min drive

About this property

THE Lotus Palace Chettinad

THE Lotus Palace Chettinad offers its guests a full-service spa and an outdoor pool. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

A library, tour/ticket assistance, and concierge services are also featured at the luxury THE Lotus Palace Chettinad. Self parking and valet parking are free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4.5-star Karaikudi hotel.

  • 15 guestrooms or units
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Library
  • Television in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
THE Lotus Palace Chettinad offers 15 accommodations with minibars and espresso makers. This accommodation offers separate sitting areas. 43-inch Smart televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include a shower, bathrobes, slippers and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps). Business-friendly amenities include desks, safes and telephones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottles of water and coffee/tea makers. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and change of towels can be requested.

The on-site spa has 3 treatment rooms, including rooms for couples. Services include deep-tissue massages, Swedish massages and facials. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy. The spa is open daily.

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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
  • Limited on-site valet and self parking

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets 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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, JCB International, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services. For reservations, contact the hotel before 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

Is parking available at THE Lotus Palace Chettinad?

Yep, THE Lotus Palace Chettinad has a free self car park and free valet parking.

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

As of 15 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at THE Lotus Palace Chettinad on 16 May 2026 start from NZ$206, 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 there a spa on site at THE Lotus Palace Chettinad?

Yep, there is an onsite spa at THE Lotus Palace Chettinad. You'll enjoy heaps of services like facials and deep-tissue massages.

Does THE Lotus Palace Chettinad have a pool?

THE Lotus Palace Chettinad has an outdoor pool.

Does THE Lotus Palace Chettinad serve breakfast?

You bet, complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily from 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at THE Lotus Palace Chettinad?

No, THE Lotus Palace Chettinad does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at THE Lotus Palace Chettinad?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at THE Lotus Palace Chettinad?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at THE Lotus Palace Chettinad?

No, pets are not allowed.

THE Lotus Palace Chettinad Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 4 out of 9 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 9 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 9 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 9 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 9 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

7.4/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Ravi

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Place was great. Chettinad style stay. Meat dishes were disappointing. Low quality meat were used and we had to return the food.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

4/10 Poor

Krishna kumar

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Prakash

Travelled with family
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

10/10 Excellent

Vineetha

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Kasiraja, Belmont

Travelled with family
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

prakash

Business traveller
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

6/10 Okay

Raj

Travelled with family
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

10/10 Excellent

Anette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hela upplevelsen med hotellet var toppen. Arkitekturen var underbar med restaureringen av det gamla palatset. Innergårdens fina kakelplattor tillsammans med pelarnas detaljrikedom. Enda konstiga för mig var att gå genom matsalen till poolen. Annars motsvarade bilderna verkligheten och allt var toppen.
Det röda rummet.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025