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The listing has 11 rooms of which 4 of the rooms are in one building and 7 in another building. The rooms are equipped with amenities such as TV, Wi-Fi, AC, Power backup, RO & UV processed clean water, attached bathroom with free toiletries and an open terrace garden for guests to relax and breathe fresh air. Some of the rooms also have a private kitchen with refrigerator and required utensils for cooking and serving. Washing machine is available in the property for guests to use. Scooter available on rent.

The area is lovely, more like staying in a village than a city, 20 odd mins from the airport. We found the locals there friendly and helpful too, Also very near by are shops & cafes, approximately a 2 min walk. The hosts Sam and Latha were fabulous! Helped make our stay a memorable one for sure, taking care of our every need when we needed, helping us with obtaining sim cards! (hard to get in Chennai for foreigners) also booking the train for our onward journey, arranging taxis for around chennai whenever we needed, food delivery, currency exchange, (very good rates) Our room was comfy and quiet, the Homestay is situated in a no through road. If you are flying in from another country and you do book a stay there, my advice is to let Sam & Latha to pre arrange a car pick up as there is no option for foreigners to purchase sim cards at the airport, So you'll have no internet use for using uber cabs etc) so you may (like us) be victims of a fleecing taxi cab guy that operate at the airport, We ended up paying 3 times the going rate. Just arrange things beforehand with Sam & Latha they'll sort things out...I can only give glowing Praise to these 2 people.😍

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9
Superb
265 reviews
Price from
£15
per night

Set just 12 km from St. Thomas Mount, Iris Comfort Inn offers accommodation in Chennai with access to a garden, a shared lounge, as well as luggage storage space. Among the facilities at this property are a 24-hour front desk and a lift, along with free WiFi throughout the property. Featuring family rooms, this property also provides guests with a terrace.

Lovely people, really enjoyed our stay. Room was spacious and clean and the staff were lovely. And the beds were so comfy! We booked very last minute and everything was perfectly in order.

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9.1
Superb
101 reviews
Price from
£41
per night

Thangam balaji Guest House -Near US Consulate is located in the Anna Salai district of Chennai, 5.9 km from Spencer Plaza Mall, 6.4 km from Ma Chidambaram Stadium and 7 km from Government Museum Chennai. It is situated 5.6 km from Anna University and features a 24-hour front desk. The property is 6.5 km from the city centre and 1.9 km from Pondy Bazaar.

Great hotel stay specially for people who are intended to go for US visa process ,near to consulate,Tnagar Restaurants nearby, cleanliness also good .

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9.2
Superb
5 reviews
Price from
£8
per night

Set in the centre of Chennai, Blue Diamond features free bikes, a garden, free WiFi, and free private parking for guests who drive. This homestay offers air-conditioned accommodation with a terrace. The homestay has family rooms.

Clean and cozy. AC working good, rooftops was nice with good air. Kumaran was very helpful bringing us the breakfast and accepting a suddenly check in at 6.00 in the morning.

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9
Superb
5 reviews
Price from
£9
per night

Featuring pool views, Mer Vue Villa, Kovalam, ECR, Chennai provides accommodation with a private beach area, an outdoor swimming pool and an indoor pool, around 100 metres from Covelong Beach. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking and free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is located 2.2 km from Ajay Beach.

It was awesome stay. Superb. We enjoyed it to the fullest Staffs were too good. Swimming pool was fantastic. We may plan to come there again. Only two observation there is no cupboard in rooms and no towels in bathrooms.

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9.2
Superb
44 reviews
Price from
£235
per night

Offering a shared lounge and quiet street view, FriendlyStay at Madanandapuram is set in Chennai, 5.1 km from Chennai Trade Centre and 7.5 km from St. Thomas Mount. This 4-star homestay offers a 24-hour front desk and a shared kitchen. The homestay offers rooms with air conditioning, free private parking and free WiFi.

Sam is what an ideal host should be like. He was excellent in his communication and an excellent host too. He went above and beyond the expectation with helping us with an airport pick up and lending us his scooty at short notice.

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9.1
Superb
59 reviews
Price from
£23
per night

Located in close proximity to Apollo Hospital, on Wallace Garden Street in a quiet residential area is Hanu Reddy Residences. It offers spacious accommodation with free Wi-Fi, 9 km from the Chennai Central Railway Station.

Perfect location, superb hospitability, very tasty room service food, value for money can't be more than this. We were supposed to check in by around 10pm, but our flight got delayed. However, the reception office waited for us till 11.30pm and kept our food warm and ready to eat. What a perfect host, really awesome.

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8.2
Very good
185 reviews
Price from
£40
per night

Operating a 24-hour front desk, Lloyds Serviced Apartments, Near Music Academy offers simply furnished and comfortable rooms. The famous Madras Music Academy is located 300 m away, while the urban Marina Beach is 1.5 km distance.

We had such a warm welcome from our hosts, and they helped with everything we needed with open hearts. They were some of the most hospitable, lovely people we have met when staying in any accommodation in our travels through South East Asia. The service is top notch, breakfast served daily to the room with a choice of South Indian or Continental food, plus coffee or tea. They did laundry for us once during our stay for a fair price, and the room was kept tidy and clean. Bonus was the hosts helping to book a taxi, as we do not have an Indian bank account, and letting us use their phone number when we needed to buy a tourist sim card (a bit difficult to do for foreigners). Our room had enough furniture to store all our things, and was big and comfortable with good air con and a ceiling fan. When requested, a kettle was provided so we could have tea in our room whenever we wanted. There is a water filling urn in the hall so fresh drinking water is always in supply. The location is good, as you can walk to the beach in about half an hour or take a short drive in a three-wheeler. There is an ATM right across the street, pharmacy is near by, and there are restaurants within walking distance. Overall recommended and would stay again!

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8.1
Very good
154 reviews
Price from
£21
per night

Located just 400 metres from Uthandi Beach, Happy Beach House provides accommodation in Chennai with access to a private beach area, an indoor pool, as well as a 24-hour front desk. This beachfront property offers access to a balcony and free private parking. Featuring family rooms, this property also provides guests with a picnic area.

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8
Very good
7 reviews
Price from
£101
per night

The homestay offers bed linen, towels and housekeeping service.

Guests at the homestay can make the most of yoga classes offered in-house. A baby safety gate is also available at Airport 7min/rela 5min/Kitchen/AC/Wifi/Bedroom1, while guests can also relax in the garden.

It's clean and tidy just like your own home,and environment in very friendly

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8.2
Very good
5 reviews
Price from
£18
per night

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  • Friendlystay - An Home Stay And Elite
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 265 reviews

    The listing has 11 rooms of which 4 of the rooms are in one building and 7 in another building.

    The property was clean, comfortable with attractive decor.

  • Hanu Reddy Residences Wallace Garden
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 186 reviews

    Located in close proximity to Apollo Hospital, on Wallace Garden Street in a quiet residential area is Hanu Reddy Residences.

    the homely environment with landscapes courtyard kind surrounding

  • Lloyds Serviced Apartments, Near Music Academy
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 154 reviews

    Operating a 24-hour front desk, Lloyds Serviced Apartments, Near Music Academy offers simply furnished and comfortable rooms.

    Hôtel très propre et surtout personnel très serviable

  • Roshini Serviced Apartments
    7.5
    Scored 7.5
    Good
    Rated good
     · 114 reviews

    Roshini Serviced Apartments is located in Chennai. Free WiFi access is available. Each room here will provide you with a TV and air conditioning.

    The owner of the apartment is very good and cooperative

  • N k ladies PG
    Breakfast options

    Boasting air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony, N k ladies PG is situated in Chennai. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi.

  • Vibrant pleasant stay

    Vibrant pleasant stay, a property with a terrace, is set in Chennai, 17 km from Anna University, 19 km from Arignar Anna Zoological Park, as well as 20 km from Pondy Bazaar.

  • Vibrant stay Kanathur beach

    Situated in Chennai, 21 km from Indian Institute of Technology, Madras, Vibrant stay Kanathur beach features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a bar.

  • VILLA 359
    Breakfast options

    Located in Chennai, 600 metres from Madras Medical College and 12 km from Chennai Trade Centre, VILLA 359 offers air conditioning.

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  • Bacardi House
    Budget options available
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 8 reviews

    Featuring air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony, Bacardi House is set in Chennai. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi.

  • The White House Opp Park Hyatt
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 25 reviews

    The White House Opp Park Hyatt, a property with a garden and a terrace, is set in Chennai, 1.5 km from Anna University, 3.6 km from St. Thomas Mount, as well as 4.5 km from Pondy Bazaar.

    The place, the people and the support were perfect.

  • SubamStayChennai
    Budget options available

    Located 400 metres from Elliot's Beach, SubamStayChennai offers accommodation with a terrace. It is set 5.9 km from Anna University and offers full-day security.

  • ECR Wave House
    Budget options available

    Featuring a private beach area, rooftop pool and views of sea, ECR Wave House is located in Chennai, 2.7 km from Uthandi Beach.

  • Green park Residency
    Budget options available

    Situated in Chennai, within 13 km of St. Thomas Mount and 15 km of Chennai Trade Centre, Green park Residency features accommodation with a garden as well as free private parking for guests who drive.

  • Hotel Maurya International, Chennai
    1.0
    Scored 1.0
    Very poor
    Rated very poor
     · 1 review

    Situated in Chennai, within 5.9 km of Pondy Bazaar and 6.6 km of Spencer Plaza Mall, Hotel Maurya International, Chennai features accommodation with a garden as well as free private parking for guests...

  • The Beach House
    Budget options available
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 3 reviews

    Featuring pool views, The Beach House provides accommodation with balcony, around 2.1 km from Elliot's Beach. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi.

  • Ramkarthik villa guest house
    Budget options available

    Ramkarthik villa guest house is set in the South Chennai district of Chennai, 9.1 km from Madras Medical College, 10 km from Chennai Trade Centre and 12 km from St. Thomas Mount.

Great access to the city centre! Check these homestays in Chennai

  • Royale Seaward Supreme
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 1 review

    Set just 800 metres from Elliot's Beach, Royale Seaward Supreme offers accommodation in Chennai with access to a private beach area, a shared lounge, as well as a lift.

  • RCR Residency
    Central location
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 1 review

    Located within 5.3 km of Indian Institute of Technology, Madras and 8.5 km of Anna University in Chennai, RCR Residency offers accommodation with seating area.

  • Sai Residency ECR
    Central location
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 1 review

    Located in Chennai, 2.7 km from Uthandi Beach and 16 km from Indian Institute of Technology, Madras, Sai Residency ECR provides spacious air-conditioned accommodation with a terrace and free WiFi.

  • Krishna Home Stay
    Central location
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 1 review

    Boasting air-conditioned accommodation with a terrace, Krishna Home Stay is situated in Chennai. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and private parking is available on site.

  • Thangam balaji Guest House -Near US Consulate
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 5 reviews

    Thangam balaji Guest House -Near US Consulate is located in the Anna Salai district of Chennai, 5.9 km from Spencer Plaza Mall, 6.4 km from Ma Chidambaram Stadium and 7 km from Government Museum...

  • Mer Vue Villa, Kovalam, ECR, Chennai
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 44 reviews

    Featuring pool views, Mer Vue Villa, Kovalam, ECR, Chennai provides accommodation with a private beach area, an outdoor swimming pool and an indoor pool, around 100 metres from Covelong Beach.

    The villa is located in a quiet place. Nice place to unwind.

  • Iris Comfort Inn
    Central location
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 101 reviews

    Set just 12 km from St. Thomas Mount, Iris Comfort Inn offers accommodation in Chennai with access to a garden, a shared lounge, as well as luggage storage space.

    Very Clean, very quiet, very good beds, very friendly stuff

  • FriendlyStay at Madanandapuram
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 59 reviews

    Offering a shared lounge and quiet street view, FriendlyStay at Madanandapuram is set in Chennai, 5.1 km from Chennai Trade Centre and 7.5 km from St. Thomas Mount.

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  • Blue Diamond
    Central location
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 5 reviews

    Set in the centre of Chennai, Blue Diamond features free bikes, a garden, free WiFi, and free private parking for guests who drive. This homestay offers air-conditioned accommodation with a terrace.

  • Flora Embassy
    Central location
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 60 reviews

    Attractively set in Chennai, Flora Embassy features air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi and free private parking.

    Stay was pleasant . Rooms are very clean and well maintained

  • Elysium Kovalam
    Central location
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 7 reviews

    Located 500 m from East Coast Road and offering a terrace, Elysium Kovalam features accommodation in Chennai. Surf Turf is 5 km away while Mahabalipuram is 15 km away from the property.

  • Airport 7min/rela 5min/Kitchen/AC/Wifi/Bedroom1
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 5 reviews

    Boasting air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony, Airport 7min/rela 5min/Kitchen/AC/Wifi/Bedroom1 is situated in Chennai.

  • The Lord's Prayer
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 10 reviews

    Located in Chennai, just 400 metres from Elliot's Beach, The Lord's Prayer provides beachfront accommodation with free WiFi.

  • AAC
    Central location
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 2 reviews

    In a prime location in Chennai, AAC provides an à la carte breakfast and free WiFi. The air-conditioned accommodation is 1.7 km from Government Museum Chennai. The guest house features family rooms.

  • Happy Beach House
    Central location
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 7 reviews

    Located just 400 metres from Uthandi Beach, Happy Beach House provides accommodation in Chennai with access to a private beach area, an indoor pool, as well as a 24-hour front desk.

  • Lloyds Serviced Apartments,Krishna Street,T Nagar
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 89 reviews

    Lloyds Serviced Apartments,Krishna Street,T Nagar is located in Chennai. The Pondy Bazar is 200 metres, the US Embassy is 2 km and the Marina Beach is 4 km.

    no breakfastwas served to me . I left early at 4am

  • Max Classic Serviced Apartment
    7.7
    Scored 7.7
    Good
    Rated good
     · 49 reviews

    Max Classic Serviced Apartment is a self-catering accommodation located in Chennai. Free WiFi access is available. The property is 8 km from Global Health City and 10 km the Chettinad Hospital.

    An employee Pappaiyan was very helpfull and supportive

  • Xavier Guest House
    7.5
    Scored 7.5
    Good
    Rated good
     · 483 reviews

    Situated in Chennai, 1.8 km from Government Museum Chennai, Xavier Guest House features accommodation with a shared lounge, free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and full-day security.

    Good co operation. Helpful and Honestly apearance.

  • MERCY INN
    7.5
    Scored 7.5
    Good
    Rated good
     · 31 reviews

    Offering city views, MERCY INN is set in the Triplicane district of Chennai, 1.9 km from Spencer Plaza Mall and 2.9 km from Chennai Central Railway Station.

    The price was best for the kind of room ... The rooms are new and comfortable to stay

  • Just Guest House, Chennai Airport
    7.5
    Scored 7.5
    Good
    Rated good
     · 76 reviews

    Located barely 5 minute-drive away from Chennai Trade Centre and Chennai International Airport, Just Guest House, Chennai Airport features a meeting/banqueting hall and terrace.

    Locality. Easy access from Railway station. Nearby markets, shops.

  • Royale Seaward Comfort Suites
    7.5
    Scored 7.5
    Good
    Rated good
     · 2 reviews

    Set in Chennai, 800 metres from Elliot's Beach and 6.7 km from Indian Institute of Technology, Madras, Royale Seaward Comfort Suites offers a garden and air conditioning.

  • GKV Service Apartment Saligramam
    7.3
    Scored 7.3
    Good
    Rated good
     · 3 reviews

    Offering quiet street views, GKV Service Apartment Saligramam is an accommodation located in Chennai, 6.6 km from Pondy Bazaar and 7.4 km from Chennai Trade Centre.

  • RAAJNEST SERVICE APARTMENTS
    7.2
    Scored 7.2
    Good
    Rated good
     · 15 reviews

    Situated within 2.8 km of Pondy Bazaar and 3.8 km of Spencer Plaza Mall, RAAJNEST SERVICE APARTMENTS features rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Chennai.

  • St Xavier always
    7.1
    Scored 7.1
    Good
    Rated good
     · 94 reviews

    Offering city views, St Xavier always is an accommodation set in Chennai, 3.6 km from Spencer Plaza Mall and 5.5 km from Ma Chidambaram Stadium.

    Barun Da is an excellent person and always helpful.

  • PREMIER MANSION
    6.7
    Scored 6.7
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 161 reviews

    PREMIER MANSION, a property with a terrace, is situated in Chennai, less than 1 km from Ma Chidambaram Stadium, 1.9 km from Spencer Plaza Mall, as well as 2.5 km from Chennai Central Railway Station.

    Rooms are ok for the price , and staffs are very friendly.

  • DAFFODILS SERVICED APARTMENT
    6.6
    Scored 6.6
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 57 reviews

    Located within 4.2 km of Spencer Plaza Mall and 4.8 km of Ma Chidambaram Stadium, DAFFODILS SERVICED APARTMENT provides rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Chennai.

    Very good service by all staff. Very helpful staff.

  • Sweet Memories- Perfect home stay
    6.5
    Scored 6.5
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 27 reviews

    Sweet Memories- Perfect home stay features accommodation situated 2.9 km from the centre of Chennai and offers free bikes and a garden.

    Huge space, nice neighborhood, one of the best homestay place we had.

  • Chennai Airport Guest House
    6.3
    Scored 6.3
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 78 reviews

    Set in Chennai, 5.1 km from St. Thomas Mount and 7.2 km from Chennai Trade Centre, Chennai Airport Guest House offers a terrace and air conditioning.

    Not bas it was gud. Beds are gud location is perfect

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Homestays that guests love in Chennai

  • Avg. price/night: £89.46
    6.4
    Scored 6.4
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 2,198 reviews
    Excellent stay and rooms are good host ma cathrine was helpful
    Baburao
    Family with young children
  • 10
    Scored 10
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 1 review
    Good host. Clean environment. Great location
    KK
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £24.97
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 89 reviews
    It’s more like a home stay
    Nimalarajah
    Solo traveller
  • 8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 726 reviews
    Good Hostel. Close to the metro from the train station. Could be better signed from the main road or even the road its on. The staff were very friendly and helpful. The beds were a bit firm but not a deal breaker. Staff are a bit anal about the aircon times. Only from 7pm to 7am. I think they should make it till 8 to 8. Kitchen was very clean. Cooked some eggs up before a bit day of travel. Nice chai too. I did my own laundry. Plenty of space to hang up clothes on the roof. The animals are great too. Couple of dogs. Couple of cats. So lovely.
    Tom
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £28.66
    10
    Scored 10
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 4 reviews
    Location was great. Good property owner and care takers. They ensured everything works smoothly. They were there to assist. Best homestay in Chennai city. Very neat and clean large size rooms will give u a home like feel with all necessary amenities available. Very cooperative staff. Had a pleasant stay
    nishta
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £108.05
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,384 reviews
    Clean and neat rooms and washrooms, good breakfast spread, good hosts at the main reception.
    RS Prem
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £19.64
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 265 reviews
    Very nice place n great host
    Sachin
    Family with young children
  • 2.3
    Scored 2.3
    Very poor
    Rated very poor
     · 7 reviews
    There is no HOTEL at that address, locals told me they are fooling by taking money online
    Murthy
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: £19.64
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 265 reviews
    I have been to Sam and Marina's homestay many times. And its always a pleasure to come. I feel at home. The room is so nice and clean. The food is amazing. Sam and Marina are so nice, and always helping to make sure you have a good time. They are more than good hosts, they make you feel like family
    Genevieve
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £24.42
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 59 reviews
    Amazing stay in this homestay again I love it! Sam and Marina are great hosts. The facilities are really good. I highly recommend it
    Genevieve
    Solo traveller

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