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title: "Fortel, Chennai: reviews, location & comparison"
description: "Fortel in Chennai: rated 7.4 by guests, 3-star. Amenities, location and nearby alternatives compared side by side."
url: https://stayversus.com/en/hotel/fortel-chennai/
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retrieved: 2026-10-14
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Hotel · ★★★
# Fortel

Ward 58, Chennai, India

7.4 ·  Good 580 reviews ·  #296 #296 of 717 in Chennai ·  5.0 Location score
## About Fortel

Fortel is a hotel in Ward 58, Chennai, India. It holds a 3-star rating. Guests rate it 7.4 out of 10 across 580 reviews. Facilities include bar, gym, free parking, 24-hour room service. It is 7.7 km from the centre of Chennai. The nearest airport, Chennai International Airport (MAA), is 14 km away.

- **Type:** Hotel

- **Star rating:** ★★★

- **Check-in from:** 14:00

- **Check-out until:** 12:00

- **Rooms:** 94

- **Floors:** 10

- **Opened:** 2009

- **Last renovated:** 2020

- **Other stays within 500 m:** 12

3,Gandhi- Irwin Rd, Egmore [fortelhotels.com](http://www.fortelhotels.com/)

## How Fortel scores

Better rated than 59% of hotels in Chennai

-   Guest rating **7.4**
-   Location **5.0**
-   Facilities **5.0**
-   Families **0.0**
-   Spa & wellness **1.5**
-   Beach access **0.9**
-   Public transport **9.7**

Chennai average

## Amenities

BarGymFree parking24-hour room service

### Pool & wellness

-   Gym

### Food & drink

-   Breakfast
-   Bar
-   24-hour room service

### Leisure

-   Nightclub

### Internet

-   Wi-Fi

### Parking & transport

-   Free parking

### Services

-   Car hire
-   Concierge
-   Laundry
-   Luggage storage

### In the rooms

-   Air conditioning
-   Minibar
-   In-room safe
-   Coffee or tea maker
-   Blackout curtains

Based on the property listing at our booking partner.

## Location

- **Location score:** **5.0**/10

- **Walk grade:** **54**/100 Somewhat walkable

- **Restaurants & cafés within 500 m:** **15**

- **Sights within 1 km:** **6**

<table class="dist" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><tbody data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Nearest beach<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Marina Beach</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">2.7 km</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">6 min drive</span></td></tr><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Nearest station<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Vandalur railway station</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">210 m</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">3 min walk</span></td></tr><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Nearest airport<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Chennai International Airport (MAA)</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">14 km</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">32 min drive</span></td></tr><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Distance to the centre<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Chennai</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">7.7 km</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">17 min drive</span></td></tr></tbody></table>

### Sights nearby

-   Annai Maniammai Statue210 m
-   Department of Museums, Govt of Tamil Nadu.300 m
-   Periyar Museum420 m
-   Periyar Thidal430 m
-   Tamil Nadu Police Museum460 m
-   Hepzibah Institute of Heritage Conservation950 m

## Fortel: in detail

At Fortel, exceptional service and top-notch amenities create a memorable experience for guests. Complimentary internet access is available in the hotel to ensure you stay connected during your visit. Arrange your trips to and from the airport using the hotel's convenient transportation services booking. Discover the wonders of Chennai with ease by utilizing the services provided by taxi and car hire. Complimentary parking is available for guests. Continuously receive the support you require through front desk amenities such as concierge service, express check-in or check-out, luggage storage and safety deposit boxes. At the hotel, their ticket service and tours is also capable of assisting with booking tickets and securing reservations for entertainment and adventures. Chilly nights become more delightful than balmy ones, as you snuggle near the hotel's inviting hearth. Always look your best in your preferred attire with the dry cleaning service and laundry service provided at Fortel. Craving relaxation? In-room amenities such as 24-hour room service, room service and daily housekeeping allow you to maximize your time spent inside the room. Due to health concerns, smoking is strictly prohibited within the entire premises of hotel. Accommodations come equipped with all the conveniences required for a restful night's slumber. A selection of rooms feature linen service, blackout curtains and air conditioning to ensure your comfort and convenience. A few accommodations at Fortel also include unique design elements like a separate living room. A few chosen rooms are equipped with daily newspaper, television and cable TV to ensure guest amusement. In certain rooms, the hotel offers visitors access to bottled water, a coffee or tea maker and mini bar. Fortel offers a hair dryer and toiletries in the restrooms of specific accommodations. A delightful breakfast is the perfect way to begin your day, and at Fortel, you can always indulge in a scrumptious meal on-site. All adore a delightful cup of coffee! An on-site coffee shop ensures you can relish a cup of authentic, freshly-brewed coffee every morning -- or whenever you desire it. Allow your journey to be free from the pangs of hunger! On-site eateries offer delicious and accessible meal choices. At Fortel, guests with diverse dietary needs are accommodated by offering options like halal among the different types of cuisine. An evening spent within the hotel's bar and nightclub may prove to be just as entertaining as venturing out with your fellow adventurers. At Fortel, guests can take pleasure in the delightful recreational amenities provided for their entertainment. At the hotel, a wide range of enjoyable activities ensures that there's never a dull moment during your visit. Don't miss out on the easily reachable beach in the vicinity. At the hotel fitness center, you have the option to engage in your daily exercise routine or simply alleviate your jet lag by breaking a sweat.

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## Questions about Fortel

### How do guests rate Fortel?

Fortel has a guest rating of 7.4 out of 10 from 580 reviews, which is better than 59% of rated hotels in Chennai.

### What are the check-in and check-out times at Fortel?

Check-in starts at 14:00 and check-out is until 12:00.

### Does Fortel include breakfast?

Breakfast is available. Whether it is included depends on the rate you book.

### Is there parking at Fortel?

Yes, the listing mentions free parking.

### How far is Fortel from the airport?

The nearest airport, Chennai International Airport (MAA), is 14 km away in a straight line.

### Is Fortel close to the beach?

The nearest beach is 2.7 km from the hotel.

### How many rooms does Fortel have?

Fortel has 94 rooms on 10 floors.

Updated 6 Oct 2026. Data: Agoda, Overture Maps, OpenStreetMap, OurAirports and hotels' own websites. We may earn a commission from partner links; it never changes the comparison. [How we score](https://stayversus.com/en/about/)

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