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Hotels in Chennai rated best by other travellers

Rated by travellers as the best in the city, these stays are all full marks for cleanliness, customer service and location.
Cayzen
9.37 km from city centre
$29
Per night
ITC Grand Chola, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Chennai
6.18 km from city centre
$551
Per night
Super Hotel O Cooum Riverview Chennai Formerly Nimalan Residency
6.89 km from city centre
$32
Per night
Cayzen
9.37 km from city centre
$29
Per night
ITC Grand Chola, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Chennai
6.18 km from city centre
$551
Per night
Super Hotel O Cooum Riverview Chennai Formerly Nimalan Residency
6.89 km from city centre
$32
Per night
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Luxury stay or budget getaway?

Whether you're after 5-star comfort or ease on your wallet, we do the searching so you can sleep easy during your stay in Chennai.

3-star hotels

328 properties
from
$12
per night

4-star hotels

66 properties
from
$19
per night

5-star hotels

41 properties
from
$13
per night

3-star hotels

328 properties
from
$12
per night

4-star hotels

66 properties
from
$19
per night

5-star hotels

41 properties
from
$13
per night

Fast facts

Sleep easy, armed with the stuff that's good to know before you go.
Highest rated hotelCayzen – 4.7
Cheapest month to bookMarch
Average 4 star hotel price$78 per night
Average 5 star hotel price$156 per night

What's the best month for weather in Chennai?

March

Temperature25°C - 32°C
RainfallVery dry
(0–20mm)
Cheapest return flight$1,683
Cheapest 3-star hotel$12
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April

Temperature27°C - 34°C
RainfallDry
(21–60mm)
Cheapest return flight$1,427
Cheapest 3-star hotel$11
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May

Temperature28°C - 35°C
RainfallDry
(21–60mm)
Cheapest return flight$1,279
Cheapest 3-star hotel$11
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June

Temperature28°C - 33°C
RainfallModerate
(61–120mm)
Cheapest return flight$1,328
Cheapest 3-star hotel$11
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July

Temperature27°C - 33°C
RainfallModerate
(61–120mm)
Cheapest return flight$1,450
Cheapest 3-star hotel$12
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August

Temperature26°C - 32°C
RainfallWet
(121–250mm)
Cheapest return flight$1,337
Cheapest 3-star hotel$12
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September

Temperature26°C - 31°C
RainfallWet
(121–250mm)
Cheapest return flight$1,577
Cheapest 3-star hotel$38
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October

Temperature26°C - 30°C
RainfallVery wet
(250+mm)
Cheapest return flight$1,462
Cheapest 3-star hotel$12
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November

Temperature25°C - 28°C
RainfallVery wet
(250+mm)
Cheapest return flight$1,498
Cheapest 3-star hotel$12
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December

Temperature23°C - 27°C
RainfallWet
(121–250mm)
Cheapest return flight$2,184
Cheapest 3-star hotel$12
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How to find the best hotel deals in Chennai

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Finding cheap hotels in Chennai

Currently the average price of a hotel in Chennai is $50, but that doesn't mean you can't find a better deal.

We price check hundreds of hotel brands and booking sites, so you don't have to search each one individually. Then we sort by price, meaning you can find the cheapest time to bag the perfect hotel at the best price, in seconds.


The best hotels in Chennai, according to travellers

Rated by travellers, for travellers like you. We don't just pull in the cheapest hotel prices from across the internet. We also gather independent reviews and ratings from thousands of guests, to help you make the right choice.

Travellers who recently visited Chennai rated Cayzen, ITC Grand Chola, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Chennai, and Super Hotel O Cooum Riverview Chennai Formerly Nimalan Residency the best in terms of location, amenities and customer service.

You can also use the popular filters at the top of the page to filter by Chennai hotels with 3 or 4 stars. Later in the search results you can filter by any star rating.


Where to stay in Chennai

If you're staying in Chennai to visit somewhere specific, search by landmarks including popular shopping areas, tourist attractions, zoos, parks and sports stadiums to find a hotel nearby. You can also use the map below to see a map of hotels in Chennai by location or browse hotels nearest to some of Chennai's major attractions below...

  • Kepri Coral Resort

  • Chennai Central Railway Station

  • Marina Beach


Tips for searching for the perfect Chennai hotel

  • Visiting Chennai with your family, or looking for a romantic getaway? Or maybe your visit is business, not pleasure. Whatever the purpose of your stay, we can help you find the perfect hotel when you use our 'Popular with' filters.

  • Tick "free cancellation" in the search controls at the top of the page to only see hotels that offer free cancellation in Chennai.

  • Tick "pay on arrival" later on in the search results to only see Chennai hotel results where you can pay when you arrive at the hotel.

  • Are you looking for a hotel in Chennai with pool or perhaps parking? Once you've clicked "search hotels" you will be able to filter by hotels that offer specific amenities.

  • You can choose to filter for everything from apartments to hostels under "Accommodation type" later in the search results.

  • Filter the search results for Chennai hotels according to a specific price range to ensure you find accommodation according to your budget.

  • Find a hotel in the perfect area of Chennai for you. Search or filter by neighbourhood to make sure you're staying exactly where you want to be.

Finding cheap hotels in Chennai: FAQs

In Chennai, the expected average temperature in March is 28°C. The warmest month is typically May, which averages 35°C. The coolest month is December, with temperatures averaging 23°C. The rainiest month is November, and the driest month is March.
You can always cancel or amend your hotel reservation if you need to, but look out for hotels in Chennai with free cancellation or flexible booking options if you want to protect your money. Some hotels allow you to cancel and get your money back if your plans change.
Of course - the cheapest hotel deal we found within the next seven days is $11 per night. If you need somewhere in the next 24 hours, we've found you somewhere to stay for $11 per night.
The average price of a hotel during the week is $59 per night, and the average price on weekends is $60. Overall, it looks like the cheapest day to stay in Chennai could be Thursday.
The nearest airport to Chennai is Chennai Airport (MAA), which is 11.2km from the city centre.
We crunched some numbers on our calendar and found that Thursday is the cheapest day to stay in Chennai. And the most expensive day seems to be Wednesday
The average price of a 3-star hotel in Chennai is currently around $48 per night. And the cheapest 3-star hotel we found is $11 per night.
The average price of a 4-star hotel in Chennai is currently around $92 per night. And the cheapest 4-star hotel we found is $14 per night.
The average price of a 5-star hotel in Chennai is currently around $164 per night. And the cheapest 5-star hotel we found is $13 per night.
The cheapest month to stay in a hotel in Chennai is March, with an average price of $63 per night. The most expensive month is September, when the average room rate can rise to $105 per night. These average prices are based on all the hotels we found – from hostels through to fancy 5-star hotels.
The average price of a hotel in March is $63 per night, which is around 19% lower than the rest of the year.
If you're planning a trip with the whole family, the best rated hotels for you near Chennai are ITC Grand Chola, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Chennai, Taj Coromandel and Taj Wellington Mews Chennai.

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