No argument its a lovely home, thoughtfully converted into a guest house with lovely touches all the way through and its in a charming area away from the hurly burly of Chennai. Appearances over - my room was very gloomy with a view onto a washing line, it was noisy (whether from staff or neighbours) and it felt damp. I'm... More

We really loved this hotel. It's more like the family home it once was, full of personalised furniture an pictures, with little nooks to sit an read, in a very quiet and peaceful street, far from the noise of the city. It's in a rather upscale neighbourhood, and it's easy to understand that this was once a very upscale home!... More

Niketana is a beautiful Chennai home, converted into a warm guesthouse, with personalised service and excellent, attentive staff. The made-to-order breakfast is another highly positive feature, which I remember very fondly. However, I would not stay in this place again because of the surroundings. While Niketana advertises itself as being located in a very good neighbourhood of Chennai (which is... More

Tucked into a peaceful corner of Boat Club Road, Niketana is an absolute gem of a non-hotel for a business traveler. The service is smart, personalized and efficient, the rooms are well-appointed, and food is wholesome. The breakfast spread is complimentary and extremely filling. The hotel also has a small gym for the fitness-minded traveler. A place I'll be happy... More

I have been a regular visitor to Niketana for past 6 years and can not recommend this place enough to all who are looking for authentic classy stay experience. 1st its location off Adyar Boat Club Road – the toniest address, surrounded by elegant bungalows or premium low height buildings. Excellent place to walk in the mornings is a bonus.... More

Great Value for the money. Free Wi Fi and an excellent neighborhood to walk around. Good south indian food.

Nice homely place to stay in a a wonderful neighborhood of Chennai. You feel that you are staying at someone's home and it is wonderful to walk along the street in the morning. I really recommend this place. Internet connections are wonderful.

As a frequent traveler to Chennai, my requirements of an hotel/guest house are comfortable rooms, good location, attentive service, flexible check in/out timings, work area/meeting place and nice homely food. Niketana is a boutique guest house and it scores on all these counts. Will recommedn it strongly to felow business travelers to Chennai.

The hotel give a very homely feeling. The ambiance, the greenery and the ancient decoration are really nice. The south Indian breakfast is really yummy and the food is made fresh. The food is good with no unnecessary spices and oil. The guest house is located at the heart of the city. The staff is very friendly and eager to... More