Hotel Mars in Chennai

Introduction:

A perfect lodging option for business travelers and holidaymakers in Chennai, Hotel Mars is a Government approved hotel located 2 km from Chennai International and National Airport, only a km from Pallavaram Railway Station, and 20 km from Chennai Central Bus Stand.

Accommodation:

Each of the 50 centrally air-conditioned rooms at Hotel Mars is buttressed with all contemporary services. These marvelously adorned rooms are accompanied by a pleasing atmosphere. 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
• Channel Music

Dining:

To pamper your taste buds, Hotel Mars has in its store two vegetarian restaurants, Greenpark and Aarthee's. Specializing on seafood, these restaurants remain open from 6 am to 11 pm, and serve sumptuous delicacies.

Other facilities:

Some other remarkable facilities furnished by Hotel Mars are –

• Travel Desk
• Car rental
• Currency Exchange
• 2 Meeting/Banquet Halls

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