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About this property
Visalam is a century-old lovingly-restored palatial home in Kanadukathan village of the Chettinad region in Tamil Nadu. The property is located 6.2 mi from the famous Thirumayam Fort – a remnant of the Chettinad dynasty. It offers a 24-hour front desk, free parking on property and a swimming pool. The airy rooms comes with air-conditioning and period details like flooring with locally-made tiles. There is a private balcony, a seating space with a sofa and the room is equipped with a work desk, wardrobe and an electronic safe. The attached bathroom has hot/cold shower facilities and contains complimentary toiletries. The restaurant has a covered terrace with access to interactive cooking experiences. There’s an outdoor pool with a café to savor a satisfactory lunch. There’s also the Shapad Shala, where you can enjoy South Indian Chettinad cuisine on a plantain leaf. Visalam offers a 24-hour front desk and free parking on property, luggage storage facilities, library, travel desk and a concierge to assist you. Car rental and currency exchange facilities can also be availed. For those who like to work on the move, there is also a business center. It is located 9.3 mi from the ancient Ayyanar Temple. Transport hubs nearby include Madurai Airport which is 56 mi away, and Trichy Railway Station which is 50 mi away. An enthralling way to explore life around Visalam is to ride on a bullock cart or go bicycling. You can catch glimpses of local artisans at work, womenfolk cooking local delicacies and several other charming facets of Chettinad.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.7 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular amenities
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Non-smoking rooms
- Airport shuttle
- Restaurant
- Free Wifi
- Free parking
- Facilities for disabled guests

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- Dietary optionsHalal • Vegetarian • Gluten-free
Amenities of Visalam Chettinad Palace - A CGH Earth Experience
Most popular amenities
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Non-smoking rooms
- Airport shuttle
- Restaurant
- Free Wifi
- Free parking
- Facilities for disabled guests
House rules
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
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Crib and extra bed policies
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There are no cribs available at this property.
All extra beds are subject to availability.







The fine print
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform Visalam Chettinad Palace - A CGH Earth Experience of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.