Fortel Hotel Chennai, Chennai ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

3 Gandhi Irwin Rd, Chennai, India, 600008

Fortel, a 3-star Chennai hotel, features contemporary design alongside convenient amenities such as private parking and 24-hour front desk service. This business-class hotel is suitable for solo and business travelers, with facilities including a fitness center and room service.

Rooms & Amenities

Rooms at Fortel come equipped with modern comforts like laptop-compatible safes, free WiFi, and air conditioning. The accommodation includes various options such as Executive Rooms, Superior Rooms, and spacious Suite Rooms, all featuring amenities like a minibar and tea/coffee maker.

Dining Options

Dining options at Fortel are provided by Grill Wagon, offering an unexplored cuisine range ideal for group lunches, and 'Message in a Bottle', Chennai's first sea-farer-themed resto lounge known for rustic interiors and handcrafted cocktails.

Leisure & Business

Leisure facilities include a fitness center, allowing guests to maintain their workout routine. Business services are available through a dedicated business center that offers fax and copy services, as well as banquet halls suitable for events.

Services & Local Area

Fortel is conveniently located near public transport options, including Egmore Station and subway access. It is in proximity to local landmarks such as the Government Museum, Connemara Public Library, and the well-known Marina Beach.

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

Superior King Room

Max:

2 persons

33 m²

Bed options:

1 King Size Bed

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Twin Room

Max:

2 persons

21 m²

Bed options:

2 Single beds

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King Suite

Max:

2 persons

41 m²

Bed options:

1 King Size Bed

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Getting around

A list of all available modes of transport

City Center

Chennai2000 ft

Airports

Chennai International (MAA) 12.2 mi

Tirupati (TIR) 81.6 mi

Train

Egmore Railway Station1000 ft

Metro stations

Egmore metro1000 ft

Central Metro4000 ft

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Satisfying Breakfast

“The breakfast spread had a great variety of items that were filling and provided a solid start to the day.” view full review

Cozy Decor

“The room was beautifully decorated, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere that made me feel right at home.” view full review

Relaxing Spa

“The spa facilities were very nice, offering a range of treatments that helped me unwind after a long day.” view full review

Perfect for Meetings

“The meeting facilities were well-equipped and provided a professional environment, making our business discussions very efficient.” view full review

General

Non-smoking rooms
Wi-Fi
Free parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
No pets allowed
24-hour security
Baggage storage
Elevator
Coffee shop
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access

Sports & Fitness

Fitness center

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Room service
Housekeeping
Laundry
Dry cleaning
Shoe shine service
Welcome drink
Happy hour

Dining

Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area

Business

Business center
Meeting/ Banquet facilities

Children

Children's menu

Spa & Leisure

Live entertainment
Night club

Room features

Mini-bar
Soundproofed rooms
Tea and coffee facilities
Mirror
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Bathroom telephone
Sink

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

HBO available
Cell phone charger
AM/FM alarm clock

Location

3 Gandhi Irwin Rd, Chennai, India, 600008

Map view

3 Gandhi Irwin Rd, Chennai, India, 600008

City landmarks

Museums

Egmore Government Museum

4400 ft

Monuments and Landmarks

MGR Memorial

1.7 mi

Stadiums

Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium

1.2 mi

Libraries

Connemara Public Library

4400 ft

Parks

Semmozhi Poonga

2.1 mi

Public Building

Fort St. George

1.6 mi

Sydenhams Road 6 Km from Chennai

Ripon Building

4200 ft

Bp 141 5km from Bandjoun city centre

Musee de Bandjoun

3800 ft

Gallery

National Art Gallery

4200 ft

131 Gangadeeswarar Koil Street Arulmigu Gangadeeswarar Thirukoil

Gangadeeswarar Temple

4300 ft

Mount Rd Anna Salai Triplicane

LIC Building

4600 ft

Gandhi Irwin Road

Mayor Radhakrishnan Stadium

2200 ft

Route de Hotel du Phare

Kribi Lighthouse

3800 ft

Shopping Area

Alsa Mall Shopping Complex

4200 ft

Beach

Marina Beach

2.3 mi

Shopping Area

Spencer's Plaza Shopping Mall

1.5 mi

Anna Memorial

1.6 mi

Church

Egmore Wesley Church

2700 ft

No. 14

Sacred Heart Church

3200 ft

Pudupet

Ranganathar Temple

3000 ft

South of Fort St. George

Victory War Memorial

1.5 mi

2 Kennet Lane Opp Egmore Railway Station Inside Raj Residency Hotel

Green Health Spa & Saloon

3200 ft

160/94

Sri Nag Devi Temple

3200 ft

Church

Emmanual Methodist Church

3500 ft

Kanchipuram District

Chembarambakkam Lake

1.5 mi

Ranganathan Street

T Nagar, Ranganathan Street

1.5 mi

Bronze Gallery

3800 ft

Agraharam St Mannady

Kachchaleswarar Temple

4200 ft

Shopping Area

Abirami Mega Mall

1.8 mi

Nearby

Church

Sacred Heart Shrine

1500 ft

Restaurants

Vasantha Bhavan

900 ft

Opp Egmore Station Vasantha Bhavan Opp Egmore Station Opposite Anna Statue

Symphony

1300 ft

2a Poniamman Koil Street Next to CMDA Bldg

Chennai Rawther Biryani

700 ft

Cafe Coffee Day

700 ft

Hotel Nest Inn

Hot Chips, Egmore

700 ft

Gandhi Irwin Road AAB Food Plaza

Mixx

700 ft

1st Floor Fortel Hotel 3 Gandhi Irwin Road

Masa Restaurant

1000 ft

No 15/1 Kennet Lane

Hotel Sri Jaya Restaurant

1000 ft

22 Raj Residency Kenneth Lane

Victoria Kabab Center

1000 ft

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Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

58%

liked the hotel and would stay again

Central Location

Prompt Staff

Unclean Rooms

Limited Dining Options

5.8/10

Guest rating

Rooms

7.2

Location

7.8

Service

7.2

Dining

7.2

Harold

United Kingdom, April 2024

7.2/10

The hotel is conveniently located on the main road near the station, offering a central spot to explore the city. While the room was comfortable with a good bed and hot water shower, cleanliness issues were noticeable. The dining experience was delightful, especially with the variety of food options. The service was pleasant with attentive staff, although improvements in some areas are needed.

Rooms

7.0

The room was really good, especially the bed and the hot water shower, but some cleanliness issues were present.

Service

7.0

The service was friendly and the staff was attentive, although there were some areas that needed improvement.

Location

6.0

The location is convenient, being right on the main road near the station, but may not be ideal for exploring on foot.

Dining

8.0

The dining experience was superb with a great selection of South Indian and Continental dishes.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel offers a range of facilities to make the stay comfortable and convenient.

Eddie

United Kingdom, January 2024

6.4/10

The hotel is conveniently located near the station, making it easy to reach different areas. The rooms were really good, especially the bed and the hot water shower, very neat and tidy with all the amenities as per our preference; however, the dining options were below average. The service was friendly, but not that pleasant while speaking, including the manager, and the location is very near Egmore and Central railway stations.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were really good with a comfortable bed and a neat hot water shower. They were reasonably clean and tidy with all the amenities.

Service

6.0

The service was friendly but not that pleasant while speaking. The staff, including the manager, were not very friendly.

Location

9.0

The location is right on the main road near the station and yet provides a quiet room. Very convenient to reach anywhere easily, very close to Egmore railway station, and bang opposite Egmore station.

Dining

5.0

The dining was below average and just fit to fill the stomach, not meeting expectations.

Facilities

5.0

Richard

United Kingdom, January 2024

8.0/10

The hotel offers spacious rooms with a very neat and clean bathroom. Although the buffet breakfast has a decent spread of south delicacies, adding more items would enhance the experience. The service is considerate, with a good discount offered for any inconvenience. The location is central, right across from Egmore station, offering easy access to various parts of Chennai. The dining experience is enjoyable with varieties of food items, and the facilities are well-managed.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms are spacious and the bathroom is very neat and clean.

Service

7.0

The staff are also very polite and humble, offering good discounts for any inconvenience.

Location

9.0

The hotel's location is central, right across from Egmore station, providing convenient access to different parts of Chennai.

Dining

8.0

The dining experience offers a decent spread of south delicacies with varieties of food items.

Facilities

The facilities are well-managed.

Margaret

United Kingdom, December 2023

8.2/10

The hotel offers a great location near Chennai Egmore with easy access to transportation. The rooms were a bit dusty but overall comfortable, especially the bed and hot water shower. The service was attentive and courteous, ensuring a pleasant stay. The dining experience was superb with a delightful selection of South Indian and Continental dishes.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms were comfortable, especially the bed and hot water shower, despite being a bit dusty.

Service

9.0

The service was attentive and customer-friendly, making for a pleasant experience.

Location

8.0

The hotel's location, right across from Egmore station, offers great convenience for travelers.

Dining

9.0

The dining experience was superb with a delightful selection of South Indian and Continental dishes.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel provides a range of facilities to enhance the stay, ensuring a comfortable experience.

Trevor

United Kingdom, September 2023

7.0/10

I had a mixed experience at this hotel. The rooms were neat and tidy with all the amenities but lacked some basic necessities. The service was supportive but could be more courteous. The location was perfect for my business visit to Chennai, and the dining was nice but limited. The facilities were adequate.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms were very neat and tidy with all the amenities but were not ready with basic things.

Service

6.0

The service was supportive, but I felt it could be more courteous.

Location

8.0

The hotel is right on the main road near the station and yet offers quiet rooms, perfect for a business visit.

Dining

7.0

The dining was nice but somewhat limited in options.

Facilities

7.0

The facilities provided were adequate for my stay.

Steve

United Kingdom, June 2023

7.0/10

The hotel offers compact rooms with basic amenities expected from a 5-star hotel but lacks cleanliness and appears dusty. While the rooms are considered value for money, they could benefit from a fresh coat of paint. Overall, the hotel falls short of being a good value for the price.

Rooms

6.0

The rooms are compact with basic amenities but need improvement in cleanliness. They are considered value for money but could use a fresh coat of paint.

Service

8.0

The staff were attentive to our inconvenience and offered a good discount on the room tariff to make up for it. They promptly addressed our requests and were accommodating throughout our stay.

Location

7.0

The hotel's location is central, directly across from Egmore station, making it convenient for transportation. However, it's not ideal for short walks or exploration by foot. The proximity to the station is beneficial for transportation.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience offered a decent spread of South Indian delicacies and dishes in Tamil Nadu style. The restaurant's ambiance is appreciable, but there are room for improvements in the overall dining experience.

Facilities

7.0

The hotel provides a range of services like room service, car hire, dry cleaning, housekeeping, and more. However, there's room for improvement in maintaining the cleanliness and quality of the facilities.

Central Location

Unclean Rooms