"It was a terrible experience. We arrived at the hotel at 8:30 AM on 10th April for check-in. The receptionist was extremely rude from the beginning. The first question he asked was whether it was an online booking. When I said yes, he asked us to wait without any explanation. He then asked how much we had paid, even though all the details were already available in the booking confirmation. We were left standing for more than 5 minutes, and he didn’t even have the courtesy to offer us a seat. Eventually, he handed over the key without any proper communication. The room condition was very disappointing. The dustbin cover had not been changed for new guests, the room had a bad smell, and the pathway was not clean. In the morning at 7:15 AM, we requested coffee, but we were told the coffee counter was not open and they could not serve it. This was quite inconvenient. We had informed the reception earlier that we would check out at 1:00 PM instead of 12:00 PM, and this was agreed upon. However, while we were out, we received a call from the same receptionist insisting that we check out at 12:00 PM. When I explained that we had already communicated about the late checkout, he refused to acknowledge it and demanded an additional ₹500 for a one-hour extension. He also clearly stated that late checkout is not allowed for online bookings. To make matters worse, when we returned to the hotel, we found that our room had been locked. The service standards were very poor."
"Simple clean room. Easy Access to the Temple.
Suggestion : Coffee / Tea / Breakfast Service would be preferred. Currently, the property doesn't serve any Beverages NOR Breakfast."
"There was a technical glitch. While my booking went through the hotel was sold out. However the owner was very kind enough to organise accomodation in another nearby hotel. He even let me get refreshed and use the room for a couple of hours before we could get our room from the other hotel. Very kind and courteous staff. Definitely consider staying here. Has parking facility as well."
"The staff was helpful but the room was horrible. The room and toilet were both untidy. The toilets had terrible dirt and was hard to use. My overall experience was terribly fuming."
"Small hotel near Chidambaram town. Mostly run by female staff which is very commendable and the staff were very friendly and helpful. Facilities were old with geyser for hot water and limited shower facilities and use of bucket and tumbler for having a shower. Reason we stayed here as we wanted to visit Chidambaram Chilli Nataraja temple and had to stay for 1 night. Probably wouldn't stay more than a night."
Yes, there are holiday rentals close to the most popular sights in Chidambaram, or you can select a more secluded option if you're looking for a relaxing stay. Chidambaram is known for its temples and festivals. Make sure you have time to check out the university setting and riverfront during your trip.
What’s there to see and do in Chidambaram?
While exploring the area, visit the sights like Sabhanayaka Nataraja Temple, Annamalai University and Tiruvetkalam Pasupatheswarar Temple. Chitti Vinayagar Temple and Swetharanyeswarar Temple are a couple of places you'll find in the wider area.
What’s a holiday rental in Chidambaram like?
Holiday rentals are private properties where you can stay for a few weeks, or just a few days, in Chidambaram. Holiday rentals provide amenities like WiFi and washers and dryers so you'll feel just like you're at home. If you're concerned about a sanitised environment, a holiday rental can provide a sense of seclusion away from public hotel lifts and busy concierge desks while still allowing you to travel. You'll also have more space in a holiday rental than in a standard hotel, which is another reason why a holiday rental is a popular option for a family trip or a small group gathering.
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