A modern upscale hotel in the heart of Chennai's business district with contemporary rooms, an outdoor pool, multi-cuisine restaurant, and excellent facilities for both business and leisure travelers.
Radisson Blu Hotel Chennai City Centre is a modern upscale hotel located at 2 Jawaharlal Nehru Road in the Ekkattuthangal neighbourhood of Chennai, Tamil Nadu. Positioned within the city's inner-southern business corridor, the property caters primarily to corporate and business travellers visiting Tamil Nadu's commercial capital, with secondary appeal to leisure guests seeking a well-located base for city sightseeing. The hotel offers contemporary rooms and suites across several categories, all finished in the clean, functional-luxury style characteristic of the Radisson Blu brand. Rooms feature large windows with city or garden views, premium bedding, and full business amenities including high-speed Wi-Fi and substantial work-desk space. Executive floor rooms include access to the Club Lounge, which provides complimentary breakfast, evening cocktails, and a dedicated check-in service. Dining centres on the hotel's multi-cuisine restaurant, which serves breakfast buffets and à la carte lunch and dinner menus spanning Indian, Asian, and continental options. The bar is well-stocked and operates as a social venue for the hotel's business guest community in the evenings. An outdoor swimming pool, fully equipped fitness centre, and business centre with meeting rooms support both the leisure and corporate dimensions of the property. The hotel is particularly popular with delegations attending conferences and corporate events within the southern Chennai business district. Ekkattuthangal is located approximately 15 kilometres from Chennai International Airport and 12 kilometres from Chennai Central Railway Station. The area is directly accessible from the GST Road (National Highway 32), making the hotel convenient for guests arriving from the airport or from south Chennai's industrial zones. The Chennai Mofussil Bus Terminus (CMBT) is approximately 2 kilometres away, useful for connections to intercity bus services across Tamil Nadu. The Ekkatuthangal Metro station on the Green Line is approximately 1 kilometre from the hotel.
Amenities
- pool
- wifi
- restaurant
- bar
- fitness center
- business center
Location
2, Jawaharlal Nehru Road, Ekkattuthangal, Chennai, Tamil Nadu 600097
13.0007, 80.2116 View on map
Highlights
- Modern upscale hotel in Ekkattuthangal with direct access to Chennai's southern business corridor
- Executive Club Lounge with complimentary breakfast and evening cocktails on upper floors
- Well-maintained outdoor pool and fitness centre suited to business traveller recovery
- Proximity to GST Road and CMBT for convenient connections to both the airport and Tamil Nadu's intercity bus network
- Ekkatuthangal Metro station (Green Line) approximately 1 km away for traffic-free access to central Chennai
Tips for visiting
- Request an Executive Club floor room for the complimentary breakfast and lounge access — it adds notable value relative to the marginal price difference
- GST Road can see journey times to the airport extend to 45–60 minutes in peak morning traffic (7–9 am); plan accordingly
- The nearest Metro station is Ekkatuthangal on the Green Line, approximately 1 km from the hotel — useful for reaching Anna Salai and central Chennai without a car
- The multi-cuisine restaurant serves hot food until 11 pm, a reliable option for late arrivals
- Book meeting rooms at least 48 hours in advance; the hotel is frequently used for corporate off-sites and rooms fill mid-week
Accessibility
The hotel has wheelchair-accessible entrance ramps, an accessible lift to all guest floors, and accessible bathrooms available on request. The public areas including the restaurant, lobby, and pool deck are level-access-compatible. Guests with specific mobility requirements are encouraged to inform the hotel at the time of booking.
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Frequently asked questions
Where exactly is Radisson Blu Hotel Chennai City Centre located?
The hotel is at 2 Jawaharlal Nehru Road, Ekkattuthangal, in south-central Chennai. It is approximately 15 km from Chennai International Airport and 12 km from Chennai Central Railway Station.
Does the hotel have a Metro connection?
Ekkatuthangal Metro Station on the Green Line is approximately 1 kilometre from the hotel, providing a direct traffic-free connection to Anna Salai, Egmore, and the city centre.
What is the Club Lounge at Radisson Blu Chennai City Centre?
The Club Lounge is a dedicated facility for Executive floor guests, offering complimentary breakfast, evening cocktails and canapés, non-alcoholic beverages throughout the day, and personalised check-in and check-out service.
Is the hotel primarily for business or leisure travellers?
The hotel caters predominantly to business travellers due to its proximity to Chennai's commercial corridors and comprehensive meeting facilities. Leisure travellers are also well-accommodated, particularly those visiting the southern parts of the city.
What dining options are available at Radisson Blu Chennai City Centre?
The hotel's multi-cuisine restaurant serves Indian, Asian, and continental menus across breakfast, lunch, and dinner. The hotel bar operates in the evenings. A range of restaurants across Chennai are accessible within a short cab ride.