Exclusive and authentic Chettinad experience replicated at its best for you. Had a great stay, staff made us feel at home and you get full attention for any of your needs whil you are at the Visalam. Culinary experience is the highlight of your stay and all credit goes to the chefs and the staff who is serving the food with an explanation of each and every dish on your plate. Special mention on Raghavendra, Vishnu and Mohanraj who made this experience unique for us.
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Visalam was a whole new world altogether. So unlike our regular tourist places..... Chettiar Mansions and it's massiveness draws upon you at such a palatial mansion. Apart from the Kanadukathan Heritage Village, the spicy n tasty Chettinad food, the Chettiar mansions, the most exhilarating thing is the beautiful property of Visalam that stands as an Oasis among the barren land and the awesome service by Febin and team👌🏻 during our 2 nights/days there. Wonderful experience at CGH property making the traveller in me a CGH fan for life
We loved the people working at the hotel. Febin, Shiva and Valli made the visit very, very special.
We had a cooking class, sari tying, village tour and many wonderful meals.
Our rooms were huge and very comfortable.
As Americans we felt as if we were visiting family.
Stayed here in Dec 2021 with family and friends.
Check in was fast and comfortable. The hotel is a renovated Chettiyar mansion, and there are several well-matched Art Deco upgrades, along with the traditional elements. There are photos of the owner’s family all over, which remind the guest of the history of the building.
We had booked the Chettinad suite and it was extremely spacious. The bed may be the largest I have ever seen and fit 3 people comfortably. Bathroom was set up well and had great water pressure in the shower…overall I enjoyed the stay. One pet peeve…not enough plug points, especially next to the bed, although there is a power strip by the desk. Also the internet was choppy at best.
The restaurant was lovely, located on the outside terrace on the higher floor. We enjoyed several lovely meals there…which was one of the important reasons to visit the location. Complimentary snacks and drinks are available in the evening in the lounge.
The staff helped us with many suggestions for visits around the area, and also had good recos for outside restaurants, and cultural locations. The hotel also offers free daily cooking classes and we joined a couple of them.
Bikes are available to explore the surrounding area, and our group availed of this facility to see some of the beautiful architecture in the area.
The pool area is beautiful and several afternoons were spent relaxing in the cold water.
One pain point was the squadron of kamikaze mosquitoes that descended on the guests at dusk…which made us run for the safety of our rooms at sunset. Also, the car transfer charges are egregious (at least 30% higher than other vendors), although drivers are polite and knowledgeable…they must do something about this.
I would highly recommend staying here…although I would suggest booking a regular room, as those are large enough for up to 3 people. Also, the rooms on the higher floor get more light.
The visalam hotel was an amazing experience.
The food there excellent and the chai tea was some of the best drinks I have had in my whole life. Every morning for breakfast they had new starters from idly to the amazing chutneys that are served on the side. The restaurant was on a beautiful deck overlooking the trees. The room I stayed in was above luxury. The shower produced hot water and the deck allowed me to walk out into the garden.
Overall this hotel felt like home. (This review was written by my delighted 13 year old son!)
I’ve stayed in few CGH properties n they are all warm n devoid of pretentious service . .
But Visalam feel like home , Febin ,Siva , Mohan n the whole team are as warm as relatives . . Febin is a humble soul n you’ll never find him without the most heartwarming smile . . If he moves to any other property I’ll be going there for sure . . He’s more like a brother then a property General Manager and this is my highest compliment to any hotel manager . .
Food is simple n I enjoyed Christmas Eve dinner n Christmas lunch in a very unique style on banana leaf . .
After all the property is a Chettinar home converted into a boutique hotel retaining all the old world charm . . And the village it’s located is one of the most beautiful village I’ve ever visited , the Chettiyar mansions all around wud mesmerise you but it’s grandiose from out n a Contrast simplicity within . . So much to explore
I want to go back before the world finds this hidden village n commercialises it
