Chettinadu Mansion – An Authentic Heritage Palace

Stayed here for one night as part of an Intrepid Travel Tour of South India. Fascinating to see all the old the mansions in the village in various condition. Chettinadu Mansion is delightfully restored. Rooms more on the basic side but very comfortable with large bathroom. The set dinner and breakfast both excellent and the staff lovely. A great experience.

I came for lunch, a stop on my way to Madurai from Thanjavur. It was an excellent choice. I arrived just past 12:30pm, and the set lunch as about to start. It was one of my best meals in India, and the continue to serve as much as you desire. I contacted the hotel via e-mail for my reservation (the woman in the dining hall remembered my message). I would recommend a reservation, as the hall quickly filled up with a large group (I and an Indian couple were the other clients that day). Some might say that it is 'for tourists', but that is what we all were, that day. Food was good; ambience even better. Combined with a stop at the Sri Handloom center, made a great day.

What an amazing looking mansions. Lovely architecture, beautiful exteriors and classy interiors. A trip to these mansions take you to a different world of lifestyle. Had lunch at Wadheyar house. Delicious home cooked spread done in chettinad style of cooking. Reasonably priced and lovingly served. An enjoyable half a day trip.

Chettinad Mansion offers a unique opportunity to experience the rich heritage of the Chettinad region. This restored mansion provides an authentic glimpse into the opulent lifestyle of Chettiar merchants. While it delivers on historical charm and cultural immersion, it may not suit travelers expecting modern luxury hotel amenities. The place feels a bit dated, and tired, in desperate need of some facelift and restoration! LOCATION: The hotel is situated in Kanadukathan, a small village in Tamil Nadu's Chettinad region. It's an excellent base for exploring local attractions like other mansions, temples, and craft centers. However, its remote location means limited dining and entertainment options nearby. The peaceful surroundings appeal to those seeking a quiet retreat, but might feel isolating for others. DINE + DRINK: The in-house restaurant serves traditional Chettinad cuisine, known for its bold flavors and spices. The chef whips up authentic local dishes and home-style cooking. Vegetarian options are available, but the menu variety might be limited for extended stays. There's no bar on-site, and alcohol availability may be restricted due to local regulations. ROOM: We stayed in Room MEENAL, so this review is based on that; SIZE: Spacious enough for 2 adults and simple baggage; VIEW: There is No view as the room did not have very many windows; AIR-CON: Perfectly functioning cooler that helped in setting the perfect room temperature; BED: Comfortable bed that played the expected part of putting us to sleep; BATHROOM:Very dated and old world bathroom with a Stand-in shower; TOILETRIES: Super Random Quality Toiletries, bring your own! FACILITIES: No Gym or pool on site, pure rural Chill! SERVICE: Friendly staff that took care of all our needs with a smile and made us feel pampered and well taken care of. Special Shout-out to LALITH and RAJKUMAR who hosted us for dinner and drinks wonderfully! HOW WIRED YOU WILL BE: Free Wi-Fi that works well all over the property, and the speed is OK! NO TV in the room!

Nous avons eu la surprise de passer 2 nuits dans cet endroit magnifique choisi par notre agence South India voyages Madurai. Ancien palais,bien restauré qui fait de ce lieu un endroit magique. Personnel très professionnel et sympathique. Bel accueil. Un dîner excellent. Je recommande à tous cette adresse

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