THE Lotus Palace Chettinad

Property class: 4.5
Luxury hotel in Karaikudi with spa and outdoor pool

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When visiting Karaikudi, THE Lotus Palace Chettinad is a great choice to consider. You can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant and visit the spa to be pampered with deep-tissue massages, facials or aromatherapy. Other highlights at this luxurious hotel include an outdoor pool and a bar/lounge.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free breakfast
  • Spa
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool
  • Room service
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • Air conditioning
  • Library
  • Laundry service
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Concierge services
  • Luggage storage

Feel at home (6)

  • Private bathroom
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Blackout curtains
  • Minibar
The current price is €72
includes taxes & fees
23 Sept - 24 Sept

Why we love this property

Foodie paradise
The restaurant offers locally-sourced food with vegan options. Private dining delights couples. Guests enjoy a complimentary buffet breakfast.
Luxurious darkened retreat
Blackout drapes ensure an undisturbed slumber in these luxury guestrooms. The minibar stands ready for late-night refreshments or celebratory toasts.

Room options

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A hotel room with a bed, a small table, a chair, a fan, and a lamp.

Luxury Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Luxury Courtyard View Room

A hotel room with a wooden ceiling, a bed with a green and blue bedspread, a desk with a green chair, a television, and a framed picture on the wall.

Luxury Courtyard View Room

  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for The Den

A hotel room with a wooden dresser, a bed with red bedding, a framed picture on the wall, and a small table with baskets.

The Den

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for The Thamarai Suite

A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a desk, a chair, and a sofa. There are lamps on both sides of the bed and a picture on the wall.

The Thamarai Suite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for The Rani Suite

A neatly arranged bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a mirror, and a dresser.

The Rani Suite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for The Oorani Suite

A hotel room with a bed, a dresser, a mirror, a desk, and a door leading to another room.

The Oorani Suite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for The Lotus Suite

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a lamp, a picture on the wall, and a mirror.

The Lotus Suite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the area

Map
CVCT St, Karaikudi, TN, 630103

What's nearby

  • Municipality Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Chidambara Vinayagar Temple - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Kanadukathan Palace - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Pilaiyarpatti Temple - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Island Bungalow - 4 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

  • Madurai (IXM) - 112 min drive
  • Kottaiyur Station - 13 min drive
  • Tirumayam Station - 13 min drive
  • Chettinad Station - 29 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Tasty Fried Chicken - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪chettinadu court - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪ganesh restaurant - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪shree narayana coffee house - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Hotel Sri Karpagam - ‬13 min drive

About this property

THE Lotus Palace Chettinad

  • When visiting Karaikudi, THE Lotus Palace Chettinad is a great choice to consider. You can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant and visit the spa to be pampered with deep-tissue massages, facials or aromatherapy. Other highlights at this luxurious hotel include an outdoor pool and a bar/lounge.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 15 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: noon
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is noon

Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM
    • Front desk staffed during limited hours
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

    • No cots (infant beds)

Pets

    • Pets not allowed

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free Wi-Fi in rooms (speed: 25+ Mbps)

Parking

    • Off-site parking within 328 ft (INR 590 per stay)

Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast each morning 7:00 AM–10:30 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Private dining
  • Room service (limited hours)

Travelling with children

  • Children's games

What to do

  • Hiking/biking trails nearby

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Bike hire

Facilities

  • Library
  • Television in common areas
  • An outdoor pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • Locally sourced food is prioritised
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Locally owned and organised tours and activities
  • Local artist showcase
  • Uses some LED lighting
  • Traditional architecture

Accessibility

  • Tile flooring in room

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 40-inch Smart TV
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Portable fan
  • Minibar
  • Espresso maker
  • Bathrobes and slippers
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Blackout curtains
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Soap and shampoo
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Complimentary wireless Internet access (speed of 25+ Mbps)
  • Phone
  • Electrical adapters/chargers

Food and drink

  • Mini fridge
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Uses some LED lighting
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Local maps
  • Restaurant dining guide

Special features

Spa

Aura has 3 treatment rooms, including rooms for couples. Services include deep-tissue massages, Swedish massages and facials. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy. The spa is open daily.

Fees & policies

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from 15 November 2026 to 15 November 2026 (dates subject to change).

Parking

  • Parking is available nearby and costs INR 590 per stay (328 ft away)

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Reservations are required for massage services and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation

Policies

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy.
This property does not have lifts.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher on-site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, JCB International
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Also known as

The Lotus Chettinad Karaikudi
THE Lotus Palace Chettinad Hotel
THE Lotus Palace Chettinad Karaikudi
THE Lotus Palace Chettinad Hotel Karaikudi

Frequently asked questions

Is THE Lotus Palace Chettinad currently open?

This property is closed from 15 November 2026 to 15 November 2026 (dates subject to change).

Is there a pool at THE Lotus Palace Chettinad?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool.

Are pets allowed at THE Lotus Palace Chettinad?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

What are the check-in and check-out times at THE Lotus Palace Chettinad?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: noon. Check-out time is noon.

What is there to do at THE Lotus Palace Chettinad and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as hiking. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool. THE Lotus Palace Chettinad also has spa services.

Are there restaurants at or near THE Lotus Palace Chettinad?

Yes, there's an on-site restaurant.

What's the area around THE Lotus Palace Chettinad like?

THE Lotus Palace Chettinad is a short 5-minute walk from Kanadukathan Palace and 4 minutes' walk from Chidambara Vinayagar Temple.

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Reviews

THE Lotus Palace Chettinad Reviews

8.0

Very good

8.8

Cleanliness

8.8

Amenities

8.4

Staff & service

8.4

Property conditions & facilities

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10/10 Exceptional

nice stay

Excellent place to stay, spacious room, really excellent toiletries and nice pool, enjoyed the stay and will come back again..
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10/10 Exceptional

A small boutique heritage hotel. Very clean and quiet. Staff are friendly and helpful. Spa and the pool are fantastic! Food menu was limited but was well cooked and delicious! Overall fantastic hotel, staff and service!
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10/10 Exceptional

Had a wonderful stay at The Lotus Chettinad. A special mention to Mr. Chidambaram for taking such great care of everything throughout our stay. He was extremely informative, helpful, kind, and especially patient, which made our experience even more comfortable and enjoyable. Overall, the stay was smooth and pleasant, and all the staff members were very polite and courteous.
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10/10 Exceptional

It was such a memorable stay!
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8/10 Very good

Place was great. Chettinad style stay. Meat dishes were disappointing. Low quality meat were used and we had to return the food.
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6/10 Good

This property is an old style chettinad mansion which has been modernised but retaining most of its original features. It's beautiful to look at but does not live up to its 5 star rating and definitely does not justify its sky high room rates. The staff appear untrained and look baffled at simple requests. Our triple room had a toilet and bathroom within the main bedroom area with just a simple wooden louvre separating door. This clearly offers no privacy whatsoever and is unacceptable for a hotel rating itself 5 star. If you are in the area, this hotel is worth looking at for its decor but there are far better value hotels in the same town.
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2/10 Poor

Beautifully remodeled traditional Chettinad home . Unfortunately although we were at the lotus room , one whole ring of the hotel , we could not shower at night due to hot water issues as well as in the morning still working in hot and cold water !! Doors were not shutting properly in the bathroom , could not get back in from the tub area in to the room as staff weee fixing continuously no privacy to relax !! Cost of this stay per night was $450!! I expect luxury at this rate . Manager disappeared and didn’t come though we waited to discuss our concerns . We did call Expedia and complain as well immediately . Will not be staying here ever
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10/10 Exceptional

Hela upplevelsen med hotellet var toppen. Arkitekturen var underbar med restaureringen av det gamla palatset. Innergårdens fina kakelplattor tillsammans med pelarnas detaljrikedom. Enda konstiga för mig var att gå genom matsalen till poolen. Annars motsvarade bilderna verkligheten och allt var toppen.
Det röda rummet.
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4/10 Fair

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10/10 Exceptional

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8/10 Very good