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About the Hotel

169/2, Greams Road,Egmore,, Chennai, India

“I loved how conveniently located the hotel was near Apollo Hospital.”view full review

Rain Drops Hotel, a 3-star Chennai hotel with a 7.0/10 rating on Booking.com, offers elegantly decorated air-conditioned rooms with views of the city. The hotel features a restaurant serving Indian, Chinese, and continental dishes, along with amenities such as a shared lounge and luggage storage.

Rooms & Amenities

Each room at Rain Drops Hotel includes air conditioning, a cable TV, a sofa, a desk, and a private bathroom with free toiletries. Guests benefit from 24-hour room service, security, and daily housekeeping, enhancing their stay with practical conveniences.

Dining & Nearby Options

Dining options at Rain Drops Hotel include an on-site restaurant that serves varied cuisines. Nearby restaurants within 0.5 km include The Miner Diner and Texas Fiesta, offering additional dining choices.

Services & Facilities

The hotel offers recreational opportunities and a tour desk for guest convenience. Free parking is available, along with luggage storage and a 24-hour front desk, ensuring efficient service and support.

Local Area & Transportation

Rain Drops Hotel is 5 km from Marina Beach and near local attractions such as Spencer's Plaza Shopping Mall and Kamakshi Amman Temple, each within 1 km. Public transport options include bus and subway stations, providing access to various parts of the city.

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Choose your room type

The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

King Room

2 persons

35 m²

1 Double bed

King Suite

2 persons

46 m²

1 Double bed

Superior Double or Twin Room

2 persons

1 King-size bed

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Getting around

Comprehensive guide to transport options for seamless travel

City Centre

Chennai600 m

Airports

Chennai International (MAA) 17.2 km

Tirupati (TIR) 133.6 km

Train

Egmore Railway Station 2.1 km

Underground

Thousand Lights600 m

LIC 1.3 km

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Culinary Delights

“During my recent stay at KTDC Raindrop, I was thoroughly impressed with the dining options. The variety of delicious dishes catered to different tastes, and the chefs showcased their really good culinary expertise. The quality of the ingredients was evident, making every meal a good experience.” view full review

Comfortable Stay

“I enjoyed my time in the premium room with comfort and sufficient space. It was well-maintained, making my overall stay quite pleasant. It seemed like a lovely retreat after a busy day.” view full review

Cozy Atmosphere

“The beds in my room were exceptionally comfortable, ensuring I had restful nights during my stay. The linens were clean and fresh, contributing positively to my experience at the hotel.” view full review

Thoughtful Amenities

“I appreciated the thoughtful amenities provided in the bathroom. Apart from clean towels and a dental kit, I found a shaving set that was useful during my stay. It's these small touches that enhance the overall experience.” view full review

General

Non-smoking rooms
Wi-Fi
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
Express check-in/ -out
No pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
24-hour security
Luggage storage
Locker room
Lift
ATM/Cash machine
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access

Services

Room service
Housekeeping
Car hire
Laundry
Dry cleaning
Tours/Ticket assistance

Dining

Restaurant
Special diet menus

Business

Business centre
Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Children's menu

Spa & Leisure

Spa & wellness centre

Room features

Air conditioning
Ironing facilities

Location

169/2, Greams Road,Egmore,, Chennai, India

Map view

169/2, Greams Road,Egmore,, Chennai, India

City landmarks

Park

Semmozhi Poonga

1.7 km

Museum

Egmore Government Museum

1.4 km

Landmark

Valluvar Kottam

2.7 km

Landmark

Kapaleeshwarar Temple

2.0 km

Beach

Marina Beach

3.3 km

Monument

MGR Memorial

3.3 km

Landmark

Chennai filter coffee

2.0 km

Mosque

Thousand Lights Mosque

610 m

Shopping Area

Express Avenue Mall

1.2 km

Landmark

Vivekananda House

3.2 km

Public Building

Consulate of the United States of America

1.7 km

Landmark

Arulmigu Sri Parthasarathy Temple Divyadesam

2.5 km

Shopping Area

Spencer's Plaza Shopping Mall

1.2 km

Public Building

Senate House

3.1 km

Library

Connemara Public Library

1.4 km

Landmark

Consulate Of Belgium

610 m

Landmark

MRF Limited

610 m

Church

St George's Cathedral

1.1 km

Gallery

National Art Gallery

890 m

Landmark

Dash N Splash

700 m

Church

St Theresas Church

610 m

Landmark

Indian Overseas Bank

1.2 km

Shopping Area

Alsa Mall Shopping Complex

830 m

Landmark

Regional Meteorological Centre

1.4 km

Landmark

Nageshwara Rao Park

3.0 km

Landmark

T Nagar, Ranganathan Street

2.4 km

Landmark

Anna Memorial

3.3 km

Landmark

Valluvar Kottam Monument

1.6 km

Landmark

Kamakshi Amman Temple

2.0 km

Gallery

Lalit Kala Academy

610 m

Nearby

Mosque

Thousand Lights Mosque

520 m

Church

St Theresas Church

520 m

96 and 104

Easel Art Gallery

520 m

Gallery

The Faraway Tree Gallery

520 m

Nandambakkam

Vinayagar Temple

520 m

Artsphere Contemporary

520 m

Restaurants

Foody Call

600 m

Rutland Gate 2nd Street

Tibbs Frankie

560 m

Kabab Corner

560 m

12/1 Greams Road

Gallopin Gooseberries

560 m

11 Greams Road

Asli Punjabi Rasoi

830 m

New 9

Hyderabadi Biriyani Corner

770 m

Equinox

960 m

Jack's Resto Cafe

1.3 km

41/19A

Chic King

1.1 km

Kras Building

Kovai Pazhamudir Nilayam

1.2 km

Reviews and Ratings

Reviews from guests about their experience.

Jim

United States, February 2025

6.4/10

During my stay at Rain Drops Hotel, I had mixed feelings. While the location was great for my needs, the room maintenance was quite disappointing, with issues like old furniture and malfunctioning air conditioning. The breakfast was a highlight, offering a good variety, but overall, it felt like I couldn't expect much more from a state-run hotel.

Rooms

5.0

The room condition was very disappointing, showing signs of neglect with cracked flooring and poor cleanliness. The air conditioning also had issues, and I had to change rooms multiple times without finding a satisfactory one.

Service

5.0

The staff seemed indifferent and not very helpful. There were multiple instances where I felt discriminated against compared to other guests, which was frustrating.

Location

6.0

The hotel's location is convenient, especially if you're visiting nearby hospitals. It's within walking distance to places like Apollo Hospital, which was crucial for my trip.

Dining

7.0

Breakfast was a pleasant surprise, offering a range of options including eggs, which is not always common at other places. The quality and quantity were satisfactory.

Facilities

5.0

While the hotel claims to offer various facilities, not all were functioning well during my stay. The internet and TV were unreliable, and basic toiletries were lacking.

Lou

United States, December 2024

6.0/10

I had a decent stay at KTDC Rain Drop in Chennai. The location is super convenient, especially being close to Apollo Hospital, which was a big plus for me. The staff were mostly friendly and helpful, but I did experience some hiccups with cleanliness and maintenance in my room.

Rooms

5.0

The rooms were reasonably sized and cleaned daily. However, I encountered a few issues with outdated furniture and a malfunctioning air conditioning unit.

Service

6.0

The service from most staff was warm, but there was one receptionist whose attitude wasn't great, which kind of put a damper on my experience.

Location

8.0

The hotel's location is fantastic, easy access to Apollo and other facilities, plus there's plenty of eateries around.

Dining

7.0

Breakfast was pretty good with a nice variety, and I especially enjoyed the South Indian dishes on offer.

Facilities

5.0

While they offer basic amenities like laundry and housekeeping, the overall maintenance of the facilities left me wanting more.

James

United States, December 2024

7.2/10

My stay at KTDC Rain Drops Hotel was a mixed bag. The location was great, especially being close to major hospitals, and the breakfast spread was impressive with a variety of options. However, some issues like dated furniture and a troublesome air conditioner detracted from the experience. Overall, it was neither extraordinarily pleasing nor significantly disappointing.

Rooms

6.0

The room was decent with basic amenities, but the furniture felt old, and I experienced issues with the air conditioning. Clean towels and essential toiletries were provided, which I appreciated.

Service

7.0

Overall, the staff were friendly and attentive, though my interaction with one receptionist was less than satisfactory. Despite this hiccup, most of the team was eager to assist and made me feel welcome.

Location

8.0

The hotel is conveniently located near the city center, making it easy to access local attractions and amenities. This was particularly helpful as I was there for tourism.

Dining

8.0

Breakfast was a highlight, offering a variety of delicious options including eggs cooked to order, which was a pleasant surprise. The culinary experience throughout my stay exceeded my expectations.

Facilities

6.0

The hotel provides essential services like room service and housekeeping, which were satisfactory, though I noticed some maintenance issues that could be addressed for a better stay.

Thomas

United States, October 2024

5.8/10

My stay was a mixed bag. While the location near the city center was a plus and the staff was relatively helpful, I encountered several issues with cleanliness and maintenance that were quite disappointing.

Rooms

5.0

The standard rooms were below average and teeming with cleanliness issues. After switching rooms multiple times, I found the premium room to be satisfactory.

Service

5.0

The staff had some helpful members, but overall, the level of service I experienced was inconsistent and sometimes uncooperative.

Location

7.0

It's conveniently located close to the city center, which made it easy to access various attractions and eateries.

Dining

8.0

The food was excellent, with a great menu and an amazing complimentary South Indian breakfast.

Facilities

5.0

Facilities were lacking; basic maintenance seemed overlooked, and the amenities didn't meet expectations.

Darrell

United States, October 2024

7.2/10

I had a mixed experience at Rain Drops Hotel in Chennai. The location was convenient, especially being close to Apollo and Shankar Netralay hospitals. However, I encountered some maintenance issues with the air conditioning and found the furniture to be quite old. The breakfast was a highlight, offering a good variety, including eggs, which I appreciated during my stay.

Rooms

6.0

The room was adequate with basic amenities, including clean towels and some toiletries, but the air conditioning had issues. I also found the furniture to be outdated and the room's overall condition could use some renovations.

Service

5.0

The service was generally smooth at check-in, but my overall impression varied. While some staff were helpful, I did not feel consistently supported during my stay.

Location

8.0

The hotel's location is a strong point, being near major hospitals and various local dining options, which made it convenient for my visit.

Dining

7.0

The buffet breakfast was satisfying with a decent range of dishes, and I was pleased that they offered eggs, which I didn't see in other hotels during my trip.

Facilities

5.0

Basic facilities are available, including room service and housekeeping, but I noticed a need for better maintenance overall in the hotel's amenities.