Taj Coromandel, Chennai

Taj Coromandel, one of Chennai’s first luxury hotels—named after the Coromandel tree (Kalpavriksha), believed to grant wishes—is a centrally located 5-star landmark that blends South Indian heritage with European elegance. Welcoming royalty, global leaders, and artists over five decades, this iconic hotel offers richly appointed rooms and suites, dramatic lobby architecture accented by wood, marble, chandeliers, bronze art, and Tanjore paintings, and sumptuous dining choices including Southern Spice, Anise, Golden Dragon, Tea Lounge, and Chipstead.