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About Niketana

The new management team at Niketana has painstakingly refurbished the property with a practical blend of traditional and modern amenities.

The blend of vintage décor, curios, antiques and furniture take you back in time, showcasing the tradition and richness of Old Madras Bungalows. Lush garden spaces, cozy spill out areas, a lovely neighborhood, popular with fitness enthusiasts, a 24-hour Front Desk, a mini-gymnasium, mini-conference room, homely dining area, car parking facilities for 6-7 vehicles, and a generator power back-up make this property ideal for a traveller looking to break away from the hustle and bustle of the city – right in the heart of the city.

The rooms are air-conditioned, equipped with a king size cot, safe deposit locker, luggage rack and cupboards, mini fridge, television, geyser, study table, cable network, high speed wi-fi, kettle, clean linen and toiletries. Guest laundry services are available at the property.
Niketana offers its guests freshly prepared food, customized to the taste of Guests. Breakfast is complimentary with the standard room package (CP) unless specifically requested for a room without breakfast (EP). Lunch and Dinner, if required, can be ordered in advance with the in-house chef between 8.00am to 8.00pm, at extra charge.

Things to do

Niketana’s strategic location gives guests a variety of options to choose from:
  • Enjoy a sunrise and a day out at the Marina beach or Elliots beach.
  • Shop for our famous saris and souvenirs at T.Nagar, a shopping haven for every visitor.
  • Spend some time exploring Express Avenue Mall and Phoenix Market City. The latter is considered the fourth largest mall in India.
  • Easy access to the German and American Consulates.
  • After a long day, guests can unwind over some good eats, lounge bars, and gourmet ice-creams. A few options are:

    • If you don’t want to step out, then simply relax on our aesthetically landscaped property by the Koi pond or take a walk in the Boat Club area amidst lush greenery.

MEDICAL FACILITIES

The closest medical facilities are available at Apollo hospitals on Greams Road, Mount Road, and OMR Proton Center, and Aravind Eye Hospital.

CONSULATES

The German Consulate and American Consulates are also located nearby.

CAB SERVICES

  • Niketana also offers pick-up and drop cab services from the railway station or airport at an additional cost.
  • Guests can also avail cab services from the premises, customized to the guests’ requirements, at a charge.

OUR STAFF SPEAK

  • English
  • Hindi
  • Tamil
For the best offers, we recommend getting in touch with the Niketana team directly, who are always happy to assist you at any time.

Don’t take our word for it, hear what our Guests have to say

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Everything about Niketana is Sublime – from the quality of service to the helpful staff to the superbly elegant décor of the property (it must be seen to be believed). Nothing will prepare you for such a happy sojourn. Go for it with out further thought, I promise you that you’ll have a very high-quality vacation.

Puneet Rai

It is a beautiful home which has now been taken over by a new management, renovated & looking gorgeous. Very professionally run. Centrally located & ideal for both business and leisure travellers.

Niranjan Rao

I recently booked this place for my mother, I would like to thank the owner of the property Mr. Joseph for his extended support, hospitality, and his full team Mani & others, they took care of my mother so well, highly recommended place for a stay in safe and peace environment of Chennai. Posh location. Thank you again for very good Hospitality.

M P Jacob

Superb location, great ambience, rooms are spacious, bed is comfortable & it is very quiet. I understand it has been taken over by new management and they are doing a fab job…ideal for a business trip or a holiday. Located very near the Boat Club.

Rahul dev Shetty

Really lovely place. Curated décor with antique furniture pieces, simple but pretty & welcoming. Good food too. A quite oasis, well recommended.

Manu P

Great and relaxing ambience (regardless od age group), located at one of the best locations in Chennai, well connected, friendly staff, comfortable stay, good food and top of all, this place is pet friendly too! Thank you Niketana. Looking forward to more stays.

Aasha Viswanath

Loved everything about this place, it felt very homely. The rooms were clean, service was good and the place has a vintage feel. Best part…pet was allowed.

Veena Vyas

Peaceful place to stay. Good staff personnel. Staff were friendly and polite. Fast Internet. Has all amenities.

Santhosh

Staffs are excellent. I stayed with my infant, and they helped me for everything. Rooms are clean and well maintained. Germany Visa consulate is nearby, and it is perfect for staying over here for Visa purpose. Thanks Niketana.

S.D. Rajkumar