Grand Orient Hotel in Chennai
Introduction:
Located in the heart of Chennai on Mount Road, in the vicinity of major shopping centers and premier corporate houses such as the American Consulate, Grand Orient Hotel is 14 km away from the nearest airport and 2 km from the closest railhead.
Accommodation:
There are a total of 63 spacious rooms at Grand Orient Hotel including standard rooms, deluxe rooms and luxurious suites. Each room is well-furnished and festooned with traditional décor. 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, Internet access
Mini-bar
Tea/Coffee Maker
Dining:
Following are the dining facilities available at Grand Orient Hotel-
Restaurant:
Appease your gastronomical desires with some mouth-watering Continental, Chinese and Indian delicacies at the multi-cuisine restaurant.
The Pub:
Unwind at the well-stocked bar High Time with delightful wines and liquors.
Coffee Shop:
Refresh yourself with a cup of hot coffee at the round the clock coffee shop
Other facilities:
Other remarkable facilities furnished by Grand Orient Hotel are -
Travel Desk
Car Rental
Safe Deposit Lockers
Business Center
4 Conference Halls
Banquet rooftop area
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:
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