Ambassador Pallava

Set along a tree-lined commercial street, this unfussy hotel with a colourful, grand facade is a 9-minute walk from Chennai Museum, a 17-minute walk from LIC metro station and 3 km from the Semmozhi Poonga botanical garden.

The bright, relaxed rooms offer free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs and minifridges, as well as sitting areas, and tea and coffeemaking facilities. Suites add balconies and separate living areas; some provide bar areas. Room service is available 24/7.

Parking and breakfast are complimentary. Dining options include 2 casual restaurants and a laid-back bar. There’s also a spa, an outdoor pool and a gym, plus meeting and event space.