What is the difference between a 3-star hotel and a motel in Chennai?

A motel is a great choice if you're getting ready to travel around Chennai. These escapes are usually located close to highways and airports, offer ample parking and come with basic services and amenities. Stay at a 3-star hotel and you'll be more centrally located. With a larger choice of rooms and welcome conveniences like a gym, lobby and business facilities, you can expect to pay extra for hotel accommodation.

Are there any 3-star hotels with free breakfast in Chennai?

Keep track of your budget at one of our 3-star hotels with complimentary breakfast in Chennai. Wake up and grab a coffee or juice at Orange inn Hotel Manapakkam , which has a rooftop terrace and a cafe. Sri Chakra Inn is another getaway that provides your morning snacks and drinks without an extra fee.

Do any 3-star hotels in Chennai have a pool?

We've got some terrific 3-star options in Chennai where you can enjoy a refreshing swim, like The Checkers and Hotel Chennai Le Palace . June, July and August, which are the summer months here, are perfect for checking in to a 3-star escape with a pool. If you're craving the warmest weather for your poolside retreat, book in May when average temperatures range from 30ºC at night to 37ºC during the day.

What 3-star hotels in Chennai have an on-site restaurant?

Following a day of sightseeing, unwind with a satisfying meal at Orange inn Hotel Manapakkam 's on-site restaurant. This 3-star Chennai option also offers a rooftop terrace and a cafe. Or eat within the comfortable surroundings of Rithikha Inn . Front desk services and free WiFi are just two of the other conveniences available here.

Do any 3-star hotels in Chennai have WiFi?

You bet! Rithikha Inn and Orange inn Hotel Manapakkam are a couple of Expedia's 3-star hotels in Chennai with WiFi. Pick one of these getaways to easily access weather forecasts, travel advice and local information. Remember, this useful amenity may be complimentary or come with an additional charge.

What 3-star hotels in Chennai have parking?

If you're planning to get around Chennai by car, Orange inn Hotel Manapakkam offers a place to leave your wheels. Rithikha Inn is another good 3-star getaway with parking. Want to embark on some sightseeing adventures away from the city? Get behind the wheel and drive. Thiruthani Murugan Temple and Kamakshi Amman Temple are two popular day trip destinations from central Chennai.

Do any 3-star hotels in Chennai have rooms with a kitchenette?

Prepare quick and convenient meals in between tours and activities at Treebo Abeliya . Located in Chennai, it's among our best 3-star hotels that offer rooms with kitchen equipment.

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There's a reason the top 3-star hotels in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India are so incredibly popular: They combine comforting amenities and just-for-you service with some of the best rates and discounts the area has to offer. When you book a stay at a three star hotel in Chennai, you'll get affordable rates at these mid-range properties. Check through our listings and you'll find some hotels may even give you access to perfect little perks like on-site restaurants and cocktail bars, well-appointed fitness centres, and spacious rooms.

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What are the best 3-star hotels in Chennai?

Expedia travellers highly recommend Orange inn Hotel Manapakkam. It features a cafe and a rooftop terrace, and is around 1.29 kilometres southeast of the centre of Chennai. Rithikha Inn is another well-liked 3-star hotel. Located roughly 2 kilometres southwest of the downtown area, it offers front desk services and a restaurant.

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What is the difference between a 4-star and 3-star hotel in Chennai?

The main difference between a 3- and 4-star hotel in Chennai is the standard of service and access to creature comforts. Three-star hotels are generally more budget-friendly and come with the services and amenities required to be comfy, such as a gym, WiFi and breakfast. You can expect a little more at a 4-star hotel — think upmarket furnishings, deluxe toiletries and perks like on-site spa centres.

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