ITC Hotels has reopened Welcomhotel by ITC Hotels, Cathedral Road, Chennai, a property established in 1975, in its new avatar.
In line with ITC Hotels’s credo of ‘Responsible Luxury’, Welcomhotel Chennai is committed to the highest levels of environmental stewardship. The hotel is LEED Platinum & LEED Zero Carbon certified. It has self-owned and offsite wind farms using maximum renewable electrical energy to mitigate the carbon footprint. Centrally located at No. 2, Cathedral Road with easy access to international and domestic airports, Welcomhotel Chennai holds the pride of place being the first property of ITC’s hotel group.
Anil Chadha, divisional chief executive, ITC Hotels, said, “Welcomhotel Chennai holds a very special place in the ITC Hotels group and is our tribute to this great metropolis. A gateway to south India, Chennai is a cosmopolitan hub that offers the perfect blend of deep-rooted traditions and modern influences. We are delighted to bring back this iconic hotel that has witnessed decades of Chennai’s transformation.”
The hotel has 90 well-appointed rooms including executive suites, club rooms and superior rooms. Notably, it was the Chennai’s inaugural ice-skating destination.
Affirms Zubin Songadwala, VP, ITC Hotels (south and east), “The new avatar of this property epitomizes the esteemed standards synonymous with ITC Hotels in delivering unmatched quality and enriching guest experiences. Welcomhotel Chennai endeavors to uphold the legacy of being the chain’s first property.”
The all-day dining venue WelcomCafe Marina offers a variety of tastefully curated buffets and a la carte spreads. The signature WelcomSthalika presents a palate of the region’s most cherished delicacies on a single platter, introducing travellers to the best regional recipes. Taste of Madras showcase street food of Chennai reimagined. Durrant’s Bar showcases a large selection of premium beverages and inventive mixology, including sustainable herbal and organic cocktails paired with delectable snacks. Sunbean Cafe serves short eats, finger food, tea, and coffee. Mahjong Room offers delectable Chinese cuisine. Adding to the sweetness is the luxurious Fabelle Chocolate Takeaway outlet in the lobby.
Welcomhotel Chennai has two banquet halls: Mandapam, with a capacity of 375 guests and theatre seating, and Saagri on the rooftop with a capacity of 70-80 guests.
The hotel features a relaxing spa journey through the chain’s indigenous K by Kaya Kalp spa.
