Clarion Hotel President

Clarion Hotel President

No.25, Dr. Radhakrishnan Salai, Chennai (Madras) 600004 India
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#75 of 590 hotels in Chennai (Madras)
4.5 of 5 bubbles
Location
3.9 of 5 bubbles
Rooms
3.9 of 5 bubbles
Value
3.9 of 5 bubbles
Cleanliness
3.9 of 5 bubbles
Service
4.0 of 5 bubbles
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Clarion Hotel is recently refurbished and upgraded is an ideal boutique hotel, be it for business or for fun. You can check-in to experience the world of hospitality comfort and the ambiance of the modern Indian cultural heritage.Retreat from the action of business and relax in our completely renovated guest rooms, Club rooms & suites with sweeping views of the Marina beac. Dive into the comfort of our pillow-top beds and rest up for a big day ahead or enjoy the night in with a film from the channels available. All the rooms have been aesthetically designed and furnished with ultra-modern facilities like mini bar, 52" LED TV's, electronic safe, and tea/coffee making facility. The en-suite bathrooms come equipped with 24 hour hot/cold water, bathrobes, and luxury bathroom amenities.
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Property amenities
Free parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Fitness Centre with Gym / Workout Room
Pool
Free breakfast
Patio
Highchairs available
Taxi service
Valet parking
Wifi
Paid internet
Outdoor pool
Bar / lounge
Coffee shop
Restaurant
Breakfast available
Breakfast buffet
Complimentary Instant Coffee
Complimentary tea
Complimentary welcome drink
Kid-friendly buffet
Kids' meals
Special diet menus
Conference facilities
Banquet room
Meeting rooms
24-hour security
Baggage storage
Concierge
Newspaper
Sun deck
Sun loungers / beach chairs
First aid kit
24-hour front desk
Express check-in / check-out
Private check-in / check-out
Dry cleaning
Laundry service
Ironing service
Room features
Air conditioning
Room service
Safe
Separate dining area
Separate living room
Sofa
Minibar
Flatscreen TV
Telephone
VIP room facilities
Private bathrooms
Tile / marble floor
Wake-up service / alarm clock
Room types
City view
Landmark view
Pool view
Non-smoking rooms
Suites
Family rooms
Smoking rooms available
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HOTEL CLASS
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4.0 of 5 stars
HOTEL STYLE
Residential Neighbourhood
City View
Languages Spoken
English, Hindi, Tamil

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No.25, Dr. Radhakrishnan Salai, Chennai (Madras) 600004 India
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Sue wrote a review Feb 2020
London, United Kingdom
4.0 of 5 bubbles
I had been recommended to the Clarion. I had a wonderful room with double aspect windows - one view of the city & sunset, and the other of the sea & sunrise.
I was greeted upon arrival by Naveen who was very helpful and welcoming.
I praise Mr Vijay Kumar and his housekeeping staff, including Dinesh & Thiru. They were a delight.
The breakfasts were tasty with dosa and eggs freshly cooked. There was a choice of wonderful South Indian food, plus pastries, juice, fruit and other western delights.
One of the highlights was eating in the restaurant - 18 Degrees North. I was served by the lovely Clara, who made a number of fabulous recommendations.
Chef Kiran Kumar produced food that was quite exquisite in flavour, especially the fish.
The chef came to our table on a number of occasions to check on our satisfaction.
For people staying at the hotel, a 50% voucher off the total restaurant bill is available from reception.
The gym is small but serviceable, and the pool on the 2nd floor has a good degree of privacy.
On my last day, all the housekeeping staff came to my room with 6 red roses and a cake, to thank me for staying at the hotel. I was so moved and delighted it was all I could do to not shed a tear.

Located in Mylapore, it is safe and close to Marina beach and the Lighthouse. The Chennai City Centre, a small shopping mall is just a 5-minute walk away.

I would 100% recommend the Clarion. It is my new favourite hotel in Chennai, I look forward to my next visit.
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Date of stay: January 2020
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Road06090807117 wrote a review Jan 2020
4.0 of 5 bubbles
I spent almost 14 days in this Hotel,the best part i was experienced the location of Hotel is very much near from Marina beach,( walkable) and City Centre mall.
You will be experienced relax @ beach or enjoy movie show in INox.
Breakfast quality was delicious but varaity of fruits was little missed but overall nice food.
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Date of stay: December 2019Trip type: Travelled on business
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Response from ClarionChennai, Front Office Manager at Clarion Hotel President
Responded 8 Jan 2020
Dear Guest, Greeting's!!! It is a pleasure to note your feedback and it gives us great sense of responsibility to always maintain the same in our endeavours. We appreciate the time taken to acknowledge our efforts and some suggestion's to improve the Breakfast We do hope to see you back soon and wish you all the very best. Warm Regards Kanchana
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thameesudeen wrote a review Mar 2023
Maldives
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Spacious room in the heart of the city at the great rate is a big plus for Clarion Hotel President. Stayed overnight during a short trip to Madras ( aka Chennai) .The quality of bed and the location of room on the higher level ( level 9) ensured a good night's sleep.

The experience at the breakfast buffet was bad. Being a Sunday, buffet restaurant, Twenty Fifth Hour was crowded around 0930 hrs. The dining area is simply not sufficient for the in room guests and the restaurant crews are overwhelmed with the lack of seats and guests waiting for being seated. The management could consider splitting the guests by having another breakfast venue for the guests staying at the higher category of rooms at the speciality restaurant next-door to ensure a pleasant breakfast experience for all or just having the additional seating at the speciality restaurant with a mini buffet of pastries, cereals and fruits and beverages sections will reduce the pressure on the staff and a good experience for the guests. I regret that I have to do some nasty things like grabbing paper napkins by myself from the sideboard, leaving soiled plates on the next table as the waiting staff are not to be seen due to the number of guests and the difficulty for them to set the tables, manage the buffet and attend the guests.

Cooked breakfast selections were good-both the Indian choices and the western ones.Pastries, seriously need some quality control as the Croissants, Danish pastries, rolls are all flat and hard.

Bathroom tiles grouting, vinyl flooring of room needs some repair.Hand towels or paper napkins in the room are required to wipe off hands and any spillages on the writing table. You could consider having a footrest ( ottoman) for the chair in the room for a cozy feel and comfort.

Wifi connectivity was good. Hot water temperature in the shower was good but the pressure could be better. Bharat in Front Office was prompt in getting back to me on my enquiry for the booking confirmation.Inter department communication between FO- HK seems to be good as Balaji ( HK) swiftly delivered coffee sachets and water bottles when my request was actually received at the reception.

Surprised to see a Jalur Gemilang flying at the main drive way of the hotel.

Would recommend for couples, groups who prefer staying downtown on business or leisure trips.
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Date of stay: February 2023
5.0 of 5 bubblesValue
5.0 of 5 bubblesLocation
4.0 of 5 bubblesService
Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from Sajeev Kulangarath, General Manager at Clarion Hotel President
Responded 24 Apr 2023
Dear Guest, Thank you for giving us an opportunity to serve you. We appreciate you taking the time to share your detailed review. We have shared your kind words of appreciation with our team and indeed delighted that you left our resort with excellent memories. Thanking you once again and looking forward to welcoming you again with us. Best Regards Sajeev Kulangarath General Manager
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Resort687602 wrote a review Feb 2020
2.0 of 5 bubbles
The restaurant staff is cold, no one welcomes you, dirty tables left as it is without clearing, no where to sit, no food in the buffet area, no cup's to have tea/coffee have to wait for about 10 minutes for a cup. I also found a cockroach just behind the chef's cooking area, it was running in/out of the bowels which was left for the guest's to be served. when i told the chef about this she was just staring inside the cup's and didn't do anything, i have to warn a guest who asked for a bowl not to get one from the tray who thanked me for making him aware.

Local guests shout in the restaurant, both loud talking and using mobile phone's, no one monitors the buffet area, there was no clean plates have to ask a female staff who was just standing and asking for room numbers, she just say's i'll get the manager. The room is dusty and the shower cubicle block's and there is a problem and smell's of sewage, i mentioned several time to the reception staff but it was not sorted. i will avoid this hotel at any cost. our stay was not good and the restaurant need's to be cleaned. please be aware, i can't imagine how dirty the kitchen will be. The food hygiene authority should visit this hotel and make a decision to whether to keep it open or close for refurbishment.
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Date of stay: January 2020
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Response from ClarionChennai, Manager at Clarion Hotel President
Responded 8 Feb 2020
Dear Guest, Greetings from Clarion Hotel President Thanking you very much for staying with us and taking time to share your experience. we would like to express our apologies that you had a negative experience in our hotel. It is only through feedback from Guests like you that we identify our strengths and weaknesses and take appropriate measures to meet your expectations. We assure you that we will make every effort to further improve our services and facilities according to the highest possible standards. Once again we deeply regret for the inconvenience caused to you during your recent visit. Our sincere apologize to you. We look forward to receiving you next time and ensure you to make your stay very comfortable with us. Assuring you of our best attention, services and support at all times Regards Vivekananth Hotel Manager
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ubaidahmed wrote a review Nov 2021
New Delhi
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1.0 of 5 bubbles
Visited with family and advise others to avoid unless the management takes corrective action to restore this place.

Pros:
1) room size is good
2) was allowed to extend stay till 4pm, but there could be a reason you will understand from the below

Cons:
1) the place has been left to shambles
2) no security guard at the entrance
3) hardly any staff to serve guests. We had one person who took our luggage and then he was serving at the restaurant as well. The same person trying to manage all this.
4) did not see any other guest in the hotel
5) the place was dark and eerie
6) mushrooms blooming due to dampness in the wall
7) broken switch board
8) no hand towels
9) no buffet breakfast

The hotel is not worth a penny spent. #Agoda should stop selling this and the hotel should bring it down unless they are aptly staff to run the property.
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Date of stay: November 2021Trip type: Travelled with family
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Response from Sajeev Kulangarath, General Manager at Clarion Hotel President
Responded 10 Jul 2023
Dear Guest Appreciate your time to put the comments regarding your experience at Clarion Hotel President, Chennai Thanks for your valuable feedback about the hotel and also sorry to hear few of your concerns and it will be addressed swiftly since we always give importance to our customer feedbacks, looking forward for your next stay to ensure the best service as per your expectations. Thank you again for sharing your experience, and we hope your next visit will be more pleasant as the previous one.
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Venture50562368544 wrote a review Feb 2023
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Being a frequent professional traveller to Chennai, Hotel Clarion President has been my choice with no second thought.
Staffs are extremely courteous and polite. They are at your service 24/7. Even the smallest feedback is taken note with utmost priority and ensured it’s completed within minutes.
Rooms are Spacious and hygienic which is important factor during the pandemic times.
Food is desirable and affordable. Good spread at the breakfast buffet.
Certain tourist places are in the near catchment. Hotel is situated in a prime location for easy accessibility.
Strongly recommend this hotel if you are looking for Safe And Blissful Stay.
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Date of stay: February 2023Trip type: Travelled on business
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Response from Sajeev Kulangarath, General Manager at Clarion Hotel President
Responded 10 Jul 2023
Dear Guest, Thank you for taking the time to post your feedback following your stay at Clarion President Hotel, Chennai We are very happy to know that you had a memorable stay. Glad to know that the service by our team of associates has been acknowledged by you – they certainly go the extra mile to ensure guest delight. Will certainly convey your kind words to our team Thank you once again and we look forward to welcoming you back.
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David M wrote a review Feb 2020
Bangkok, Thailand
3.0 of 5 bubbles
The hotel is situated in a good location for Marina beach, the Club rooms are big, spacious and comfortable and the normal staff are friendly and helpful. However, the management here prance about in suits and have an extremely high opinion of themselves. Customers are certainly beneath them! So, for example, I was left waiting for my taxi whilst the manager dealing with the booking strolled off for his tea. When he finally decided to return, he sorted it out. Expect this attitude for anything you ask of them.
Despite this, it is possible to have a reasonable stay here. The gym is just a cupboard and the pool is like a big bath tub, so don’t get too excited about those “facilities”, but breakfast is reasonable, rooms large and location for the beach is good. That’s about it.
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Date of stay: December 2019
4.0 of 5 bubblesCleanliness
3.0 of 5 bubblesService
5.0 of 5 bubblesSleep Quality
Room Tip: Club room is big with better quality furniture etc
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Response from ClarionChennai, Manager at Clarion Hotel President
Responded 17 Feb 2020
Dear Sir Greetings from Clarion Hotel President..... Thanking you very much to choose to stay with us and given a valuable feedback... we have noted your observations and shall ensure that the corrective action will be taken to improve the level of service. Thanking you and assuring you our best services at all times. Regards Vivekananth Hotel Manager
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Dr_Mac wrote a review Jan 2020
Paris, France
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Rooms were very neat and clean by Prakesh and always quickly solving my small issues by Mr.Vijayakumar hotel manager. smooth checking in & checkout by Naveen. The food is too good and awesome service by Anand and Chakaravarthy. totally enjoyed the stay. Also the lemon fragrance in reception is excellent and very very nice fragrance in room is made my mind peaceful. I will give the comments to my company also that Clarion is above excellent.
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Date of stay: January 2020Trip type: Travelled on business
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Response from ClarionChennai, Front Office Manager at Clarion Hotel President
Responded 18 Jan 2020
Dear Guest, Greetings from Clarion the president !!! We Thank you for choosing our hotel ,Your experience of our hotel will help other guests to decide their trip with us and encourage the team at Clarion the president , I am truly delighted to note that our staffs name who interacted with you to create a great experience in Clarion the President chennai. I look forward to welcome you back for your next visit and suggest us to your friends for their business or leisure trips. Warm Regards Kanchana
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PanchoLibre wrote a review Mar 2020
Claremont, South Africa
5.0 of 5 bubbles
From the moment we checked in, we felt at home. After a smooth check-in, we were led to comfy and spacious rooms, we'll equipped with everything you could need. Despite there being a part shut down, Priyanka accommodated us and made us feel so relaxed and at home. She went above and beyond to ensure that we were cared for and able to enjoy a delicious meal at their restaurant. The food was excellent and well worth it.
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Date of stay: March 2020Trip type: Travelled with family
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Response from Sajeev Kulangarath, General Manager at Clarion Hotel President
Responded 24 Apr 2023
Dear Guest, Thank you for giving us an opportunity to serve you. We appreciate you taking the time to share your review. We have shared your kind words of appreciation with our team and indeed delighted that you left our resort with fond memories. Thanking you once again and looking forward to welcoming you again with us. Best Regards Sajeev Kulangarath General Manager
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Vivek garg wrote a review Feb 2020
Raipur, India
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Great experience
Jenif chandru was very cooperative
Good hospitality
Great location
Good spacious rooms at the price
Near the Beach
Food quality can improve a bit.

Ambience also good.
Courteous staff.
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Date of stay: February 2020Trip type: Travelled on business
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Response from ClarionChennai, Manager at Clarion Hotel President
Responded 7 Feb 2020
Dear Guest Thanking you very much for choosing Clarion Hotel President for your stay........... we sincerely appreciate your valuable feedback and It is a pleasure to note that your feedback and it gives us great sense of responsibility to always maintain the same in our endeavors. We do hope to see you back soon and wish you all the very best. Regards Vivekananth Hotel Manager
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Answer from Muzaffar A
Dammam, Saudi Arabia99 contributions66 helpful votes
Hi I am sorry for that. But it is the only mail ID available for Clarion. Try to contact over phone.
sathyasruthi m asked a question Nov 2018
Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
Is it 24 hours check out available?
Answer from KarthikNadar
Bengaluru, India24 contributions1 helpful vote
no
Answer from ushrit
Bengaluru, India246 contributions74 helpful votes
no, the beach is 10 mins walk away
KickingAroundInIndia asked a question Jun 2016
41 contributions10 helpful votes
What's the distance to the US Consulate?
Answer from ClarionChennai
Chennai (Madras), India1 contribution
2 - 3 kms sir
Devi S wrote a tip Mar 2024
2 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
"Don’t forget to choose this hotel "
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Vinod Kumbar wrote a tip Feb 2024
Bengaluru, India1 contribution
4.0 of 5 bubbles
"The Hotel is in City center. Ambience is good. The room is spacious n hygiene is well maintained. The staff is polite n courteous enough to help"
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Kumarendran wrote a tip Feb 2024
Klang, Malaysia11 contributions2 helpful votes
1.0 of 5 bubbles
"Avoid the hotel is possible"
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Worldtraveller wrote a tip Aug 2023
Sydney, Australia30 contributions15 helpful votes
2.0 of 5 bubbles
"The swimming pool water is filthy, and the hotel does not care. You will get a standard reply like there is any issue with the pool, etc. Mostly, locals only stay here. "
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Getaway18876801609 wrote a tip Jul 2023
1 contribution
5.0 of 5 bubbles
"Enjoy your stay here"
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FORMERLY KNOWN AS
The President Hotel and Towers
LOCATION
IndiaTamil NaduChennai DistrictChennai (Madras)Velachery / Mylapore
NUMBER OF ROOMS
129
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Frequently Asked Questions about Clarion Hotel President
Which popular attractions are close to Clarion Hotel President?
Nearby attractions include Kapaleeshwarar Temple (1.1 km), Mylapore (1.1 km), and Shirdi Sai Baba Temple (0.7 km).
What are some of the property amenities at Clarion Hotel President?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, free breakfast, and a pool.
Which room amenities are available at Clarion Hotel President?
Top room amenities include a minibar, air conditioning, and a flat screen TV.
What food & drink options are available at Clarion Hotel President?
Guests can enjoy free breakfast, an on-site restaurant, and a lounge during their stay.
Is parking available at Clarion Hotel President?
Yes, free parking, a parking garage, and secured parking are available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to Clarion Hotel President?
Conveniently located restaurants include Kaidi Kitchen, Vrindavan Restaurant, and Krishna Restaurant.
Are there opportunities to exercise at Clarion Hotel President?
Yes, guests have access to a pool and a fitness centre during their stay.
Are any cleaning services offered at Clarion Hotel President?
Yes, dry cleaning and laundry service are offered to guests.
Does Clarion Hotel President offer any business services?
Yes, it conveniently offers meeting rooms, a banquet room, and conference facilities.
Which languages are spoken by the staff at Clarion Hotel President?
The staff speaks multiple languages, including English, Hindi, and Tamil.
Are there any historical sites close to Clarion Hotel President?
Many travellers enjoy visiting MGR Memorial (2.7 km), Pigeon House & Whitefield House (4.1 km), and Ranganatha Swamy Temple (7.5 km).
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