Hotel Ambica Empire in Chennai

Introduction:

A hotel of the Ambica Agarbathies & Aroma Industries Ltd. chain of hotels, Hotel Ambica Empire is located in downtown Chennai, 5 minutes away from Mount Road. The hotel is 9 km away from Kamarajar Airport, 10 km from Chennai Central Railway Station, 2 km from the nearest Bus Stand, and allows easy approach to the business and shopping centers.

Accommodation

Each of the 84 spacious rooms at Hotel Ambica Empire is equipped with all modern facilities, complemented by an elegant lobby. Besides, all rooms are bestowed with -

• 24-hour supply of hot and cold running water with attached bath
• In-house Laundry and Dry cleaning facility
• Round the clock Room Service
• Telephone (ISD/STD)
• Color television
• Doctor on call
• Fax/photocopy/Internet service
• Coffee maker
• Hairdryer
• Radio

Dining

Following are the dining facilities available at Hotel Ambica Empire-

Restaurant:

Pamper your taste buds to some delicious South Indian dishes at the multi-cuisine restaurant Andhra Samskruti -The Taste of Andhra.

The Pub:

Lift up your spirits with some delightful cocktails and wines at this cocktail lounge, accompanied by live entertainment

Other facilities

Other remarkable facilities furnished by Hotel Ambica Empire are -

• Travel Desk
• Car Rental
• Safe Deposit Lockers
• Currency Exchange
• Business center - Secretarial service
• Meeting rooms - Separate executive floor
• Banquet Hall
• Babysitter

Local tourist attractions

Following are some popular tourist hunts in Chennai -

•    Parthsarthy temple:

Built by the Pallavas in the 8th century and rebuilt by the Vijayanagar Kings in 11th century, this temple is dedicated to Lord Krishna. It has a vibrant gopuram and numerous shrines with exquisite carvings.

•    Fort St. George:

Founded by Sir Day, this impressive fort has its exterior done in gray granite. This first piece of real estate owned by the British in India housed barracks for the British army, a parade ground, and St. Mary's Church - the oldest church in Chennai.

•    Kapaleeshwar Temple:

This 13th century temple, dedicated to Lord Shiva, is the oldest temple in Chennai.

•    Big Mosque:

This magnificent granite edifice is actually named the Wallajah Mosque, built by the Wallajah family in 1795 in memory of the Nawab. This well-known place of worship for Muslims is situated on Triplicane High Road.

•    Marina beach:

At this beautiful beach the azure waters of Bay of Bengal merges with the golden sands. The beach is said to be the longest beach in India and one of the longest in Asia, extending to a length of 13 km, from Fort St. George to Mahabalipuram.

Recommended Itineraries

• South India Golden Triangle Tour
• South Indian Cultural Tour
• Temple Tour of South India