Articles Directory | Free Articles | New Articles Daily | Chennai Resorts

Chennai, previously known as Madras, is the capital of the state of Tamilnadu. The many Temples, Churches and Mosques in the city are another major feature of the city. It will easy to explore the city with a Chennai map.

Chennai is a major Metropolis and finding accommodations in the city should not be a problem if you plan a little in advance. You can find Chennai Tour Packages that include accommodation which can work out as a possibly more economical solution. You can find a wide variety of accommodations from 5 Star Luxury hotels and resorts to guest houses. The following are two good resorts in Chennai
Green Meadows Resort

Green Meadows Resort is located in Palavakkam on the lovely East Coast Road. The resort is located very near to the Palavakkam Beach. Set amidst lovely green lawns and gardens, the resort is spread over an area of 15, 000 square feet. The resort’s accommodations are old traditional Kerala Houses These houses have been relocated section by section from Kerala to this resort.

The resort is located very near to the large IT Park, Tidel Park. The SIPCOT IT Park is also just 5 km away. The Green Meadows Resort provides easy access to the beach and Theme Parks located nearby. So, it is an ideal option for both the business and leisure tourist.

Accommodation: This Heritage Resort has elegantly furnished air-conditioned rooms and cottages. The cottages are – Era House, Poovarani House, Twin House 1 and Twin House 2. All the accommodations have attached bathrooms with hot and cold running water, telephone, satellite TV and 24-hour room service.

Dining: Blue Bay, the multi-cuisine restaurant, serves seafood as well as pure vegetarian dishes. The specialty is Keralite Cuisine.

Other Facilities and Services: Banquet halls, auditorium, internet connectivity, 15,000sq.ft lush green lawn that can host outdoor parties, spacious car parking, swimming pool, Ayurvedic center, laundry service, money exchange, and travel desk.

Fisherman’s Cove

Fisherman’s Cove is reputed to be one of the best Beach Resorts in South India. Originally a Dutch Fort, the resort is now part of the Taj Group of Hotels. It is located on the Covelong Beach in Kanchipuram. The hotel offers peace and seclusion from the chaos of the city. The resort is 32 km from the Chennai airport and 38 km from the Railway station. Offering a panoramic view of the beach and the sea beyond, it is a great place to spend a few days in peace and quiet.

Owned by the Taj Group, this Resort is not just about recreation and relaxation. The resort is also ideal for the business traveler as it offers a range of business facilities.

Accommodation: The Resort offers a choice of accommodations, 88 in all, in different categories - Standard Room, Garden Cottage, Sea View Cottage, and Luxury Villas. All the rooms are air-conditioned and have attached bathrooms with hot and cold running water. The room amenities include direct dial telephone, satellite TV, coffee maker, channel music, high speed Internet connection, safety lockers and 24-hour room service.

Dining

• Bay-View Point: This open air restaurant with a view of the sea specializes in fresh seafood.

• Seagull: This multi-cuisine restaurant offers local seafood specialties and Mediterranean food.

• Upper Deck: This is an open air restaurant that specializes in barbecued seafood.

• The hotel has two bars – The Anchor Bar and the Poolside Sunken Bar. Both offer a range of the finest liquor.

Other Facilities and Services

• Spa: The Jiva Spa offers traditional Indian massages and rejuvenation therapies.

• Recreational Activities: The Hotel has a huge outdoor swimming pool. It also offers catamaran rides, Nature walks, Tennis and Badminton courts, and Indoor Games facilities.