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About Broad Lands

Displaying authentic Victorian-era architecture and pristine white themes, Broad Lands is a charming and pocket-friendly hotel amidst lush tropical foliage. The 2-star property brings you vintage-themed, fully furnished rooms offering double beds, writing tables, upholstered couches, wardrobes and coffee tables. Upgraded units add spacious private sections of the building's wraparound verandahs. You can unwind at the airy terrace and cook at their communal kitchen.

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Standard Single Room with Shared Bathroom

Max 1 Adult

$ 700 + taxes
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This single room has a balcony, patio and washing machine.

Single Room with Bathroom

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This single room features a balcony, patio and washing machine.

Double or Twin Room with Shared Bathroom

Max 3 Adults

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This twin/double room has a balcony, sofa and cable TV.

Deluxe Double Room with Balcony

Max 2 Adults

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This double room features a balcony, computer and private entrance.

Superior Queen Room

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This double room has a balcony, garden view and private entrance.

Deluxe Double Room

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This double room features a balcony, cable TV and sofa.

Location & Nearby Places

Triplicane (2.6 Km from city center)

18, vallabha agraharam st, (opp old star theatre) triplicane, chennai

15 Nearby Attractions

Higginbotham's

0.8 km

Parthasarathy Temple

1.1 km

Express Avenue

1.1 km

May Day Park

1.2 km

People's Park

1.2 km

Napier Bridge

1.4 km

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All Facilities for Broad Lands

Category	Facilities
Activities	Walking tours.
Business facilities	Fax/photocopying.
Cleanliness & disinfecting	Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning, Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus, Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays, Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines, Hand sanitiser, Property is cleaned by professional cleaning companies, Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay.
Safety features	Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas, Thermometers for guests provided by property, Face masks for guests available, Process in place to check health of guests, Shared stationery such as printed menus, magazines, pens, and paper removed, Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, First aid kit available, Access to health care professionals.
Miscellaneous	Non-smoking rooms, Family rooms, Designated smoking area.
Accessibility	Upper floors accessible by stairs only, Entire unit located on ground floor, Lowered sink, Entire unit wheelchair accessible, Raised toilet, Shower chair, Roll-in shower, Walk-in shower.
Bathroom	Private bathroom, Shared bathroom, Toilet paper, Bath, Shower, Toilet.
Room Amenities	Sofa, Hypoallergenic, Washing machine, Drying rack for clothing, Sofa bed, Wardrobe or closet, Clothes rack, Private entrance, Hypoallergenic pillow, Seating Area, Safety deposit box, Fold-up bed, Ironing facilities, Adapter, Extra long beds (> 2 metres), Socket near the bed, Pants press, Air conditioning, Desk, Mosquito net, Fan, Trash cans, Non-feather pillow, Cleaning products.
Food & Drink	Grocery deliveries, Packed lunches, Dining area, Outdoor dining area, Bottle of water, Room service, Dining table, Outdoor furniture.
Safety & security	24-hour security, Fire extinguishers, CCTV in common areas, CCTV outside property, Fire extinguisher.
Services	Internet services, Free WiFi, WiFi.
Cleaning services	Dry cleaning, Trouser press, Daily housekeeping, Ironing service, Laundry.
Services & Extras	Towels, Towels/sheets (extra fee), Wake up service/Alarm clock, Linen, Wake-up service, Lockers, Key access.
Media & Technology	Satellite channels, Cable channels, Computer.
Layout	Window.
Common areas	Sun terrace, Garden, Shared kitchen, Shared lounge/TV area.
Food & drink safety	Delivered food is securely covered, Food can be delivered to guest accommodation, All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized, Breakfast takeaway containers, Physical distancing in dining areas.
Reception services	Invoice provided, Tour desk, Private check-in/check-out, Luggage storage, Concierge service, 24-hour front desk, Express check-in/check-out, Currency exchange.
Physical distancing	Screens or physical barriers placed between staff and guests in appropriate areas, Contactless check-in/check-out, Mobile app for room service, Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation, Cashless payment available, Physical distancing rules followed.
General	Parking, Private parking, Parking on site, Pets allowed, Free parking, WiFi available in all areas.
Entertainment and family services	Baby safety gates.
Transport	Car hire, Bicycle rental, Accessible parking, Public transport tickets, Parking garage.
Outdoor & View	Terrace, Patio, City view, Landmark view, View, Inner courtyard view, Quiet street view, Balcony, Garden view.
Hostel facilities	Reading light, Privacy curtain.

Guest Ratings For This Property

7.5

Based on 1106 Reviews

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Comfort

7.2

Cleanliness

7.2

Value For Money

8.0

Facilities

7.0

Guest Reviews

Pia

with friends

9.0

Superb

Ambience in cosy historic building

Lovely ambience in historic building. Lots if nooks and crannies, several inner courtyards, balconies, rooftops. All kinds of rooms and standards. Nothing for sissies but really charming for other kinds. Excellent loction, near beach, airport and shops. Real India.

Could look better from the outside

Published on 02 Jan 2024

Manju

solo traveller

5.0

Passable

An old ill-maintained heritage building.

The old world building was charming. The trees, plants and courtyard were pleasing.

The room given to me had dusty bedsheets and crumpled cheap curtains with insect webs on them. The white wash was peeling off everywhere. The railings of the first floor were old and tilting out dangerously with some makeshift cement work done on it. The cats though sweet were a nuisance with their litter making the corridors stink. Cat poop was just outside the common bathrooms. The bathrooms are all only cemented and they are old, though clean. The beautiful building is going to waste with shabby maintenance. My room had almost no wifi or airtel connectivity , no phone or water supply and only basic living conditions.

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Published on 02 Jan 2024

Anne

solo traveller

10.0

Exceptional

Great value for money

The guest house was the Turkish Consulate during Ottoman times and has lovely inner courtyards that make it a very peaceful oasis to stay in busy Chennai. The staff were helpful and friendly and it was great value for money. It was not at all damp in my room and very cool in December with just the fan on.

Published on 01 Jan 2024

Eva

young couple

8.0

Very good

For the adventurous traveler type with an appreciation for nostalgia

The building is fascinating with so many little nooks and staircases to explore. It is not in great shape, but for not much money, you get a memorable stay. Reminiscent of backpacking in the 80's/90's. The room was specious, AC and internet worked. Heads up, the double room with en-suite bathroom is not in the courtyard, but at the entrance of the complex. The rooms around the courtyard seem to not have en-suite bathroom.

Yes, sure, the building is not in great shape, but it's a fun place to explore. The bathroom, in particular the sink, was quite dusty, though, this would have been easy to improve. One day (morning) we had great hot water, the other day (around evening time) we didn't. May have been the pressure.

Published on 01 Jan 2024

Jacopo

young couple

7.0

Good

Nice, decadent, colonial building with some clear charm, large rooms, nice hosts

Rooms and restrooms havent been renovated in a very long time, and on the mosque side the speakers of the prayers calls are very loud

Published on 31 Dec 2023

Tamara

solo traveller

6.0

Pleasant

This old Haveli is very atmospheric and could be beautiful if they do some reconstruction, take care of it and clean properly. I liked also many plants in the yard. In some of the previous reviews I read, that they didn't have towels and the blanket on the bed. Now it was available.

The building and rooms are very neglected and dirty, big holes in windows mosquitoes nets, even a cat jumped through this hole to my bed at night while sleeping. The staff has problems to fill in the check in on-line form, 2 forms take to fill more than half an hour.

Published on 29 Dec 2023

Jamie

young couple

4.0

Disappointing

Worst place weve stayed in India. Not recommended.

The house has loads of potential and there are some comfy outdoor spots.

Veeery rude staff. One farted in our face while we had to do an eeeextrem complicated check-in and later on woke us up at 5 am to deliver our laundry. The toilets and showers are ok but the cheaper rooms look very run down. There is nothing near the location. No food. No cafes. No sights.

Published on 26 Dec 2023

Globetrotter118

solo traveller

10.0

Exceptional

Good old time backpacker and budget travellers institution.

Broadlands is an institution. It has been around for decades, and is still going strong. I have stayed here twice before some 25 and 30 years ago. Back in the days we heard about this place as soon as we arrived in India and met other travellers who had been there. I have NO IDEA how it could possibly 'fall' out of the latest edition of Lonely Planet. It is a backpacker and seasoned budget travellers place though and far from luxury, but it's friendly and welcoming. Modern day hostels can wait until another city. The exterior is showing its age, but hay, 2 years with covid hasn't done anybody a favour! Travellers have started trickling in, and hopefully it will be funds to freshen up the iconic baby blue and white paint soon. Rooms are kept fine though, and have good led lights. And the WiFi is SUPERB. Best WiFi I have had during my 6 months in India. Finally I could book flight tickets and catch up online. ...and yes, they still have the chai boys that bring you tea or coffee in flasks and breakfast in the morning.

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It was nothing I didn't like.

Published on 25 Dec 2023

Silvie

young couple

4.0

Disappointing

Not sure I will come back as impossible to sleep - Shane as could be very good with very small adjustments

The property looks fantastic on pictures and is cheap and central and the rooms are usually quite big. They all have fans The staff is very helpful especially Mahindra - Many thanks to him

Every room is pretty dirty, the beds are very hard and the pillows like stones. The en suite bathrooms should be deep cleaned as well as the floors everywhere

Published on 21 Dec 2023

Issa

family with young children

8.0

Very good

Cheap

Price, location, staff

The place could use new sheets, pillows, towels. All linens were generally not very clean but the price was so cheap that it was worth it. But definitely the place needs an upgrade in at least the linnens

Published on 20 Dec 2023