The Checkers, Chennai

Overview

<p><b>Near Raj Bhavan</b></p><p><b>Location: </b>A stay at The Checkers places you in the heart of Chennai, within a 5-minute drive of Anna University and Chennai Snake Park. This family-friendly hotel is 6.2 mi (10 km) from Marina Beach and 3.9 mi (6.2 km) from Chennai Trade Centre.</p><p><b>Rooms: </b>Make yourself at home in one of the 105 air-conditioned rooms featuring minibars. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with separate bathtubs and showers feature rainfall showerheads and complimentary toiletries. Conveniences include phones, as well as laptop-compatible safes and desks.</p><p><b>Attractions: </b>Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer. <br /> <p>Anna University - 1.5 km / 0.9 mi <br /> Guindy Race Course - 1.9 km / 1.2 mi <br /> Olympia Tech Park - 2.6 km / 1.6 mi <br /> Chennai Snake Park - 2.9 km / 1.8 mi <br /> Indian Institute of Technology Madras - 2.9 km / 1.8 mi <br /> Tamilnadu Science and Technology Centres - 3.1 km / 1.9 mi <br /> Phoenix Market City - 3.4 km / 2.1 mi <br /> Old Mahabalipuram Road - 3.4 km / 2.1 mi <br /> Madhya Kailash Temple - 3.6 km / 2.2 mi <br /> Sringeri Saradha Peetam Temple - 3.6 km / 2.3 mi <br /> St. Thomas Mount National Shrine - 3.7 km / 2.3 mi <br /> Thirumalai Thirupathi Devasthanam - 3.7 km / 2.3 mi <br /> Pondy Bazaar - 3.7 km / 2.3 mi <br /> Guindy National Park - 4.2 km / 2.6 mi <br /> Raj Bhavan - 4.2 km / 2.6 mi <br /> </p><p>The preferred airport for The Checkers is Chennai International Airport (MAA) - 9.4 km / 5.8 mi </p></p><p><b>Amenities: </b>Relax and unwind with body treatments and facials. You're sure to appreciate the recreational amenities, including a health club, a spa tub, and a sauna. This Art Deco hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and babysitting.</p><p><b>Business Amenities: </b>Featured amenities include complimentary wired internet access, a 24-hour business center, and limo/town car service. Event facilities at this hotel consist of a conference center and 4 meeting rooms. A train station pick-up service is provided at no charge (available 24 hours), and free valet parking is available onsite.</p><p><b>Dining: </b>Enjoy Asian cuisine at CRYSTAL JADE, one of the hotel's 2 restaurants, or stay in and take advantage of the 24-hour room service. Snacks are also available at the coffee shop/cafe. Meet other guests and eat at the complimentary reception. Relax with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge or the poolside bar. A complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily from 7 AM to 10 AM.</p>