Visalam Chettinad Palace - A CGH Earth Experience

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Scored 8.8
Rated fabulous

Staff

9.3
  • Garden
  • Swimming pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Balcony
  • Free parking
  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Safety deposit box

Cheapest option at this property for 2 adults, 1 child

1 × Chettinad Room - Complimentary Guided Heritage Village Walk (45 minutes)
Price for:
Max adults: 2 <br> Max children: 1
Bed: 1 large double bed
Free stay for your child
Non-refundable
Pay the property before arrival
Breakfast included
US$147 per night
Original price
US$531.42
Bonus savings
- US$90.34
You’re getting a reduced rate because this property is offering a discount.
Total before taxes
US$441.08
US$147 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and charges.
3 nights, 2 adults, 1 child
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Visalam is a century-old lovingly-restored palatial home in Kanadukathan village of the Chettinad region in Tamil Nadu. The property is located 10 km from the famous Thirumayam Fort – a remnant of the Chettinad dynasty. It offers a 24-hour front desk, free parking on property and a swimming pool. The airy rooms comes with air-conditioning and period details like flooring with locally-made tiles. There is a private balcony, a seating space with a sofa and the room is equipped with a work desk, wardrobe and an electronic safe. The attached bathroom has hot/cold shower facilities and contains complimentary toiletries. The restaurant has a covered terrace with access to interactive cooking experiences. There’s an outdoor pool with a café to savour a satisfactory lunch. There’s also the Shapad Shala, where you can enjoy South Indian Chettinad cuisine on a plantain leaf. Visalam offers a 24-hour front desk and free parking on property, luggage storage facilities, library, travel desk and a concierge to assist you. Car rental and currency exchange facilities can also be availed. For those who like to work on the move, there is also a business centre. It is located 15 km from the ancient Ayyanar Temple. Transport hubs nearby include Madurai Airport which is 90 km away, and Trichy Railway Station which is 80 km away. An enthralling way to explore life around Visalam is to ride on a bullock cart or go bicycling. You can catch glimpses of local artisans at work, womenfolk cooking local delicacies and several other charming facets of Chettinad.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.7 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Restaurant
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Free cot available on request
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Property highlights

Perfect for a 3-night stay!

  • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.9)

  • Top pick by families with children

Breakfast info

Continental, Vegetarian, Vegan, Halal, Gluten-free

Free private parking available at the hotel

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Recommended for 2 adults, 1 child

1 × Chettinad Room - Complimentary Guided Heritage Village Walk (45 minutes)
Price for:
Max adults: 2 <br> Max children: 1
Bed: 1 large double bed
Free stay for your child
Non-refundable
Pay the property before arrival
Breakfast included
US$147 per night
Original price
US$531.42
Bonus savings
- US$90.34
You’re getting a reduced rate because this property is offering a discount.
Total before taxes
US$441.08
US$147 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and charges.
3 nights, 2 adults, 1 child
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Chettinad Room - Complimentary Guided Heritage Village Walk (45 minutes)
Recommended for 2 adults, 1 child
  • 1 large double bed

This room has high ceilings and polished windows, along with floors and walls inlaid with the famous Aathangudy tiles that are handmade to this very day. This is a space where one can experience the subtle elegance of history, where even the bed linen is handcrafted. Few rooms are equipped with a charming balcony overlooking the garden, and each room has an attached bathroom.

Room
269 feet²
Balcony
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Minibar
Free WiFi
  • Free toiletries
  • Shower
  • Safety deposit box
  • Toilet
  • Sofa
  • Towels
  • Linen
  • Seating Area
  • Pants press
  • Telephone
  • Tea/Coffee maker
  • Hairdryer
  • Fan
  • Wake up service/Alarm clock
  • Wake-up service
  • Alarm clock
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
  • Clothes rack
  • Fold-up bed
  • Toilet paper
  • Entire unit wheelchair accessible
Max adults: 2 <br> Max children: 1
US$147 per night
Original price
US$531.42
Bonus savings
- US$90.34
You’re getting a reduced rate because this property is offering a discount.
Total before taxes
US$441.08
US$147 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and charges.
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  • Superb breakfast included
  • Non-refundable
  • Pay the property before arrival
  • Free stay for your child
Max adults: 2 <br> Max children: 1
US$188 per night
Original price
US$677.95
Bonus savings
- US$115.25
You’re getting a reduced rate because this property is offering a discount.
Total before taxes
US$562.70
US$188 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and charges.
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  • Breakfast & dinner included
  • Non-refundable
  • Pay the property before arrival
  • Free stay for your child
Max adults: 1 <br> Max children: 1
Only for 1 guest
US$167 per night
Original price
US$604.69
Bonus savings
- US$102.80
You’re getting a reduced rate because this property is offering a discount.
Total before taxes
US$501.89
US$167 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and charges.
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  • Breakfast & dinner included
  • Non-refundable
  • Pay the property before arrival
  • Free stay for your child
Chettinad Suite - Complimentary Guided Heritage Village Walk (45 minutes)
We have 2 left
  • 1 large double bed

This room has high ceilings, gleaming floors and furnishings that give you a sense of luxury that is warm, intimate and rustic – inspired by the styles of the past, flawlessly crafted and made from the finest Burma teak. King-size, comfortable beds with handcrafted bed linen are provided in every suite.

Private suite
452 feet²
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Free WiFi
Max adults: 2 <br> Max children: 1
US$168 per night
Original price
US$607.27
Bonus savings
- US$103.24
You’re getting a reduced rate because this property is offering a discount.
Total before taxes
US$504.03
US$168 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and charges.
17% off
17% off
You’re getting a reduced rate because this property is offering a Bonus savings.
  • Superb breakfast included
  • Non-refundable
  • Pay the property before arrival
  • Free stay for your child
Max adults: 2 <br> Max children: 1
US$209 per night
Original price
US$753.80
Bonus savings
- US$128.15
You’re getting a reduced rate because this property is offering a discount.
Total before taxes
US$625.65
US$209 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and charges.
17% off
17% off
You’re getting a reduced rate because this property is offering a Bonus savings.
  • Breakfast & dinner included
  • Non-refundable
  • Pay the property before arrival
  • Free stay for your child
Max adults: 1 <br> Max children: 1
Only for 1 guest
US$188 per night
Original price
US$680.53
Bonus savings
- US$115.69
You’re getting a reduced rate because this property is offering a discount.
Total before taxes
US$564.84
US$188 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and charges.
17% off
17% off
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  • Breakfast & dinner included
  • Non-refundable
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  • Free stay for your child
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Avani
    India India
    “The village in which Visalam is situated is the best amongst all Chettinad villages. It is clean and has a lot of mansions around. The hotel feels more like a home with excellent food, great service and smiling faces all around. The filter coffee...”
  • Alessandro
    India India
    “Amazing old property totally renovated in every minute detail. Right at the entrance of town, walking distance to everything. Food was unique, delicious and very fresh and light to digest. Staff was of the most helpful and smiling all the time.”
  • Nandu
    India India
    “The rooms were phenomenal. Heritage walk and especially morning cycling session by Mr. Siva was really worth it. The staff were friendly and the food was good.”
  • Pragnya
    India India
    “Beautiful place, has a nice history ans aesthetic to it. Staff is very very helpful.”
  • Stephen
    Australia Australia
    “small boutique property that feels like a home not a hotel. Heritage style with excellent service”
  • Maanasa
    India India
    “The staff were very courteous and helpful. The property really felt like home. Overall a great stay exp!”
  • Ram
    India India
    “The warm hospitality. Mr. John the Estate Manager came personally to meet and greet us. The chef was amazing and gave authentic Chettinad food... Since we are vegetarians we had good choice of menu The facilities exceeded our expectation......”
  • Arun
    India India
    “Exceptional service. Truly wonderful food. Wonderful heritage hotel”
  • Sreehari
    India India
    “We truly enjoyed our stay at Vishalam. The room was excellent, beautifully maintained, and rich with traditional charm. The staff were incredibly supportive—especially Siva, who went above and beyond to assist us. Our city tour was well-organized,...”
  • Sanjana
    India India
    “Excellent property truly retaining the authenticity of Chettinadu. The house was immaculate. The rooms very super big and airy. Food was served at different locations for every meal, giving a unique sense of ambience all the time. The food was...”

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
  • Restaurant #1
    • Cuisine
      Indian • Local
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly
    • Dietary options
      Halal • Vegetarian • Gluten-free

House rules

Visalam Chettinad Palace - A CGH Earth Experience takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 14:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
Until 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please check what conditions may apply to each option when making your selection.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 3 years
Extra bed upon request
Free
Cot upon request
Free
4 - 5 years
Extra bed upon request
Free

The number of extra beds allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no cots available at this property.

All extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
When booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
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The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Visalam Chettinad Palace - A CGH Earth Experience in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.