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flowers and old-Madras drawings set the scene. The nine cosy, spotless rooms have king-
size or wide twin beds. Breakfasts (Western or Indian) are generous, wi-fi is free and the
hospitable owners can tell you all you need to make the most of your time. Phone or email
in advance; walk-ins are discouraged.
Lotus
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HOTEL
$$
GOOGLE MAP
(
28157272;
www.thelotus.in
;
15 Venkatraman St, T Nagar; s ?2980-4170, d ?3930-4470, all incl breakfast;
)
An absolute gem, the Lotus offers a quiet setting away from the main roads, a good veg
restaurant, and fresh, stylish rooms with wood floors and cheerful decor. Wi-fi is free (but
doesn't reach all rooms).
Residency Towers
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HOTEL
$$$
GOOGLE MAP
( 28156363;
www.theresidency.com
;
Sir Thyagaraya Rd, T Nagar; s ?7135-8994, d ?7675-8994, all incl breakfast;
)
Residency Towers combines five-star elegance with personality at very good
prices for this level of accommodation. Rooms have sliding doors in front of windows to
block out noise, walnut-veneer furniture, weighing scales and other thoughtful touches.
Also here are three restaurants, a nice outdoor pool and a 'pub' that becomes a heaving
weekend night spot. Wi-fi is free.
Park Hotel
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BOUTIQUE HOTEL
$$$
GOOGLE MAP
( 42676000;
www.theparkhotels.com
; 601 Anna Salai; s ?12,592-17,988, d ?13,791-17,988, ste from ?19,187;
)
We love this superstylish large boutique hotel, which flaunts design everywhere
you look, from the bamboo, steel and gold cushions of the towering lobby to the posters
from classic South Indian movies shot in Gemini Studios, the previous incarnation of the
hotel site. Rooms have lovely lush bedding, all mod cons and stylish touches including
glass-walled bathrooms. It's all pretty swish, and that goes for the three restaurants, large
open-air pool, luxurious spa and two night spots too!
Raintree
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HOTEL
$$$
GOOGLE MAP
(
24304050;
www.raintreehotels.com
;
120 St Mary's Rd, Alwarpet; s ?10,000-12,500, d ?11,250-13,750, all incl
At this 'ecosensitive' hotel, floors are made of bamboo or rubber,
breakfast;
)
