Hotel Banyan Palace  

Out on Chennai's outskirts, about 22 km from the city center. Close to DLF IT Park, Kishkinta and the Chennai Trade Centre—handy for business trips or theme-park days.

A compact hotel with 45 air-conditioned rooms. Rooms come with cable TV, safes, desks, private showers and complimentary toiletries; daily housekeeping and an elevator keep things easy.

On-site restaurant and a coffee shop/café, plus limited-hours room service. Free self-parking, 24-hour front desk, dry cleaning/laundry and complimentary newspapers in the lobby.

On-site business center and convenient access to the Chennai Trade Centre and nearby hospitals. Wireless internet is available for a surcharge; rooms include desks and in-room safes.

Enjoy local flavors at the hotel's restaurant or grab a coffee in the café. Room service is available during limited hours for late arrivals or quick bites.