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4- and 5-star hotels in Tanjore
A shortlist of 4- and 5-star hotels in Tanjore, chosen for travellers who want a comfortable base near the city's temples and old town. It covers heritage stays, family-friendly options and practical city hotels.
Staying in Tanjore
Tanjore, or Thanjavur, was the capital of the Chola dynasty and is best known for the Brihadeeswarar Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The city blends ancient temples, palaces and museums with the bustle of a modern urban centre, and its traditional arts, music and handicrafts are part of daily life. Most visitors come to see the temple and the old town, then use the city as a base for exploring the surrounding region.
The hotels on this shortlist sit in and around the city centre, with addresses on Arulanandha Nagar Main Road, Kurinji Street, Nk Rd, Medical College Road and other central streets. Distances to the centre range from 1.5 km to 12.5 km, so you can be close to the sights or slightly away from the busiest areas. The mix suits couples looking for a heritage stay, families who need space and facilities, and business travellers who want easy access to the city's main roads.
The shortlist
Ranked by hotel class, then guest rating and number of reviews.
Sundex Hotel
Arulanandha Nagar Main Road, Tanjore, India
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Family rooms
- Wheelchair accessible
Why stay hereSundex Hotel is a 5-star address on Arulanandha Nagar Main Road, 1.6 km from the centre of Tanjore. A 24-hour front desk and round-the-clock security make arrivals and late returns easy, and the restaurant, bar and banquet space suit guests who want to eat and entertain without leaving. Family rooms, air conditioning, free wifi and free car parking cover longer stays, while housekeeping, laundry service and room service handle the practical side. Wheelchair accessible, non smoking rooms are available. Good for families, business travellers and groups touring the temples who prefer a full-service base close to town.
See Sundex HotelHotel Jai's Inn
954 Kurinji Street, Tanjore, India
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
- Family rooms
Why stay hereSet on Kurinji Street, Hotel Jai's Inn is a 5-star property 1.8 km from the centre of Tanjore. Express check in and luggage storage smooth a quick arrival, and the terrace is somewhere to sit after a day out. Guests can eat in with breakfast and lunch on site or step out to the nearby market, and a car rental service plus shuttle service make getting around straightforward. Family rooms, free wifi and free car parking are provided, along with laundry and dry cleaning. Wheelchair accessible, non smoking rooms suit couples, families and business guests who want to be near the middle of town.
See Hotel Jai's InnMahanas Paradise
Thanjavur 66 Center Point Nagar, Tanjore, India
Best for: Drivers · Breakfast
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
- Kitchen
Why stay hereMahanas Paradise is a 5-star hotel in Center Point Nagar, 3.1 km from the centre of Tanjore. Breakfast is served on site and there is a bar, while the garden and terrace give guests somewhere green to unwind. Kitchen and refrigerator facilities, plus a market close by, help families and longer-stay visitors settle in. Express check in, housekeeping and dry cleaning service keep things running, and guests can arrange a barber or beauty salon visit without going far. Free car parking and non smoking rooms are available. A calm choice for families and self-sufficient travellers who prefer more space than a standard room.
See Mahanas ParadiseHotel Anithaparthiban
67 Nk Rd, Tanjore, India
Best for: Drivers · Breakfast
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
- Wheelchair accessible
Why stay hereHotel Anithaparthiban sits on Nk Rd, a 5-star hotel 2.6 km from the centre of Tanjore. Breakfast on site means guests start the day without heading out, and the restaurant covers other meals. Free wifi and free car parking keep the essentials simple, while lifts, luggage storage and a 24-hour front desk help with arrivals and departures. A shuttle service is on hand to move around, with a surcharge applying. Wheelchair accessible rooms are available. It suits travellers who want a straightforward, well-connected base for visiting Tanjore's sights.
See Hotel AnithaparthibanSvatma A Luxury Heritage Resort
No 4 1116 Blake Hr Sec School Road, Tanjore, India
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Indoor pool
- Spa
- Free car parking
Why stay hereSvatma A Luxury Heritage Resort is a 4-star hotel on Blake Hr Sec School Road, 3.0 km from the centre of Tanjore, rated 4.3 out of 5 from 1587 reviews. The indoor pool and swimming pool stand out, and the spa gives guests a reason to stay put between outings. Guests can eat at the restaurant, cafe or bar, and the garden and terrace add outdoor space. A concierge, laundry service, lifts and luggage storage handle the details, and free wifi and free car parking are included, with a shuttle service available at a surcharge. Banquet and meeting rooms suit events. Ideal for couples and guests who want heritage character with full resort facilities.
See Svatma A Luxury Heritage ResortHotel Green Palace
Trichy To Nagappattinam Highway Vilar Byepass, Tanjore, India
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Spa
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
Why stay hereHotel Green Palace is a 4-star hotel on the Trichy to Nagappattinam Highway at Vilar Byepass, 3.7 km from the centre of Tanjore, rated 4.2 out of 5 from 549 reviews. The spa and massage service, plus the garden, make it a place to recover after sightseeing. Guests can eat at the restaurant or bar, and kitchen and refrigerator facilities help families or longer stays. Pets are allowed, which is unusual locally. Express check in, laundry and dry cleaning service, a lounge and a shuttle service cover the practical side, and there is free wifi and free car parking on site. Suits drivers, families and travellers who want space and quiet on the highway edge of town.
See Hotel Green PalaceLakshmi Hotel
44P 45P Voc Nagar Marys Corner Trichy Main Road Parisutham Nagar Thanjavur Tamil Nadu 613007 India, Tanjore, India
Best for: Drivers · Breakfast
- Free car parking
- Breakfast in room
- Wheelchair accessible
Why stay hereLakshmi Hotel occupies a spot on Trichy Main Road in Parisutham Nagar, a 4-star hotel 1.8 km from the centre of Tanjore. The restaurant and bar mean meals and drinks are handled in-house, and breakfast can be brought to the room. A 24-hour front desk, express check in, valet parking and luggage storage keep arrivals uncomplicated, while lifts and wheelchair accessible rooms help guests with mobility needs. Business centre and banquet facilities suit work trips and functions. Currency exchange and a car rental service are useful for onward travel. Free wifi and free car parking are provided. A practical choice for business travellers and families who want to be near the centre.
See Lakshmi HotelTanjore Inn
Bagya Villa No 4 South Street Ganapathy Nagar Thanjavur, Tanjore, India
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Spa
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
Why stay hereTanjore Inn is a 4-star hotel on South Street in Ganapathy Nagar, 1.5 km from the centre of Tanjore. Breakfast is available in the room as well as on site, and a restaurant and bar cover the rest of the day. The spa, garden and fireplace give the property a comfortable, lived-in feel. Express check in, a concierge, laundry and dry cleaning service and luggage storage smooth the stay, and a shuttle service, car rental and public transport links make getting about easy. Currency exchange is on hand, and there is free wifi and free car parking. Suits families, couples and business guests who value a central base with personal service.
See Tanjore InnTreebo Premium La Orchid Big Temple
Door No.102 9 163 Medical College Road, Tanjore, India
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Family rooms
- Air conditioning
Why stay hereTreebo Premium La Orchid Big Temple is a 4-star hotel on Medical College Road, 1.8 km from the centre of Tanjore. Rooms are air conditioned and family rooms are available, with a lift serving the floors. Express check in at the 24-hour front desk, housekeeping and laundry service keep the stay low-effort, and a shuttle service is offered. Guests can eat at the restaurant or bar, and there is free wifi, free car parking and garage parking. Banquet space and a business corner with copy facilities suit small events and work. A sensible pick for families and business travellers who want reliable, no-fuss comfort near the town centre.
See Treebo Premium La Orchid Big TempleSerene Stays Kjsb Farmhouse Thanjavur
Kjsb Farm Arputhapuram Thanjavur, Tanjore, India
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Swimming pool
- Free car parking
- Pets allowed
Why stay hereSerene Stays Kjsb Farmhouse Thanjavur is a 4-star farmhouse property at Kjsb Farm in Arputhapuram, 12.5 km from the centre of Tanjore. The setting is the point: a swimming pool, garden, patio and terrace, with badminton for guests who want to be active. Family rooms, air conditioning and a refrigerator support longer stays, and pets are allowed. Free wifi and free car parking are provided, and the property is non smoking. Because it lies well outside town, a vehicle is essential for reaching the temples and the centre. Best for families, groups and pet owners looking for space and quiet rather than a central address.
See Serene Stays Kjsb Farmhouse ThanjavurTPK Residency
No 5 Sri Saratha Nagar 1St Street Near Bharath College Land Mark: Moorthy Cake Shop, Tanjore, India
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Family rooms
- Kitchen
Why stay hereTPK Residency is a 4-star hotel on Sri Saratha Nagar 1st Street, 3.0 km from the centre of Tanjore. Family rooms, a kitchen and a refrigerator make it workable for longer visits and for guests travelling with children, and there is a balcony. A 24-hour front desk with security, express check in, housekeeping, laundry service and dry cleaning cover the essentials. A car rental service and free car parking help with transport, and rooms are air conditioned and non smoking, with wifi in the hotel and a bar on site. A good fit for families and independent travellers who want apartment-style practicality with hotel service.
See TPK ResidencyDeshadan Chola
265 1 Ammanpettai Road Vediyapuram Po Narasanayagipuram, Tanjore, India
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Outdoor pool
- Car parking
- Breakfast
Why stay hereDeshadan Chola stands on Ammanpettai Road in Vediyapuram, a 4-star hotel 9.1 km from the centre of Tanjore. Swimming pool and outdoor pool, plus the garden, a playground and a game room, make it a strong choice for families with children. The restaurant and bar handle meals and drinks, breakfast is served, and kitchen and refrigerator facilities add flexibility. Shuttle service and car parking ease the distance from town. Suits families and groups who want resort-style facilities a short drive from the centre.
See Deshadan CholaSuper Collection O Thanjavur New Bus Terminal Formerly BMS Residency
Plot No. 6 Lurth Nagar Tanjore Road New Bus Stand, Tanjore, India
Best for: Families
- Family rooms
- Air conditioning
Why stay hereSuper Collection O Thanjavur New Bus Terminal, formerly BMS Residency, is a 4-star hotel at Lurth Nagar on Tanjore Road by the New Bus Stand, 2.9 km from the centre of Tanjore. Its position next to the bus terminal is the main draw for travellers arriving and leaving by bus. Air conditioning, family rooms and a 24-hour front desk with express check in cover the basics, and housekeeping and room service keep the stay tidy and easy. Drinking water is provided. The offer is deliberately simple, so it suits short stays, transit nights and travellers who prioritise an easy connection over extra facilities.
See Super Collection O Thanjavur New Bus Terminal Formerly BMS Residency
The shortlist side by side
| Hotel | Class | Parking | Breakfast | Pool or spa | Pets | To the centre |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sundex Hotel | ★★★★★ | Yes | – | – | – | 1.6 km |
| Hotel Jai's Inn | ★★★★★ | Yes | Yes | – | – | 1.8 km |
| Mahanas Paradise | ★★★★★ | Yes | Yes | – | – | 3.1 km |
| Hotel Anithaparthiban | ★★★★★ | Yes | Yes | – | – | 2.6 km |
| Svatma A Luxury Heritage Resort | ★★★★ | Yes | – | Yes | – | 3.0 km |
| Hotel Green Palace | ★★★★ | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | 3.7 km |
| Lakshmi Hotel | ★★★★ | Yes | Yes | – | – | 1.8 km |
| Tanjore Inn | ★★★★ | Yes | Yes | Yes | – | 1.5 km |
| Treebo Premium La Orchid Big Temple | ★★★★ | Yes | – | – | – | 1.8 km |
| Serene Stays Kjsb Farmhouse Thanjavur | ★★★★ | Yes | – | Yes | Yes | 12.5 km |
| TPK Residency | ★★★★ | Yes | – | – | – | 3.0 km |
| Deshadan Chola | ★★★★ | Yes | Yes | Yes | – | 9.1 km |
| Super Collection O Thanjavur New Bus Terminal Formerly BMS Residency | ★★★★ | – | – | – | – | 2.9 km |
From each hotel's own listing on this site; a dash means it is not listed.
How to choose
For families
Deshadan Chola adds a playground and an outdoor pool, while Serene Stays has badminton and a swimming pool, giving children space to play.
Hotel Green Palace · Serene Stays Kjsb Farmhouse Thanjavur · Deshadan Chola
For heritage seekers
Svatma A Luxury Heritage Resort is the only hotel here described as a heritage resort, and it has the highest guest rating, 4.3 out of 5 from 1587 reviews. It sits 3.0 km from the centre and offers an indoor pool and a spa.
For a central base
Tanjore Inn is the closest to the centre at 1.5 km, followed by Sundex Hotel and Hotel Jai's Inn at 1.6 km and 1.8 km. Lakshmi Hotel and Treebo Premium La Orchid Big Temple are both 1.8 km away, putting the old town and major sights within easy reach.
Tanjore Inn · Sundex Hotel · Hotel Jai's Inn · Lakshmi Hotel · Treebo Premium La Orchid Big Temple
For business trips
Lakshmi Hotel, Hotel Green Palace, Tanjore Inn and Svatma A Luxury Heritage Resort all provide a business centre or banquet and meeting facilities, and each offers shuttle service. They are spread between 1.5 km and 3.7 km from the centre, on or near main roads.
Lakshmi Hotel · Hotel Green Palace · Tanjore Inn · Svatma A Luxury Heritage Resort
Plan your stay
Getting there and around
Thanjavur is accessible by air, rail and road. The nearest airport is Tiruchirappalli International Airport, about 60 km away, with domestic and limited international flights. Thanjavur Railway Station is a major stop on the Southern Railway network, with trains from Chennai, Madurai and other cities. By road, the city is linked by national and state highways to Chennai, Madurai and Trichy, and buses and taxis run from those cities. Getting around is easy with auto-rickshaws, cycle rickshaws and local buses, and taxis and app-based cabs are also available.
When to go
The best time to visit Thanjavur is from November to February, when the weather is pleasant and cool, with temperatures from about 20°C to 30°C. This is ideal for sightseeing. Summer, from March to May, can be very hot, often exceeding 40°C. The monsoon from June to September brings heavy rains and high humidity, while October still sees some rain but marks the transition to cooler weather.
Questions, answered
Which hotels have free parking?
Sundex Hotel, Hotel Jai's Inn, Mahanas Paradise, Hotel Anithaparthiban, Svatma A Luxury Heritage Resort, Hotel Green Palace, Lakshmi Hotel, Tanjore Inn, Treebo Premium La Orchid Big Temple, Serene Stays Kjsb Farmhouse Thanjavur and TPK Residency all list free car parking. Deshadan Chola has car parking, but it is not stated as free.
Do any hotels allow pets?
Yes. Hotel Green Palace and Serene Stays Kjsb Farmhouse Thanjavur both list pets allowed among their facilities.
Which hotels have a pool or spa?
Svatma A Luxury Heritage Resort has an indoor pool and a spa. Deshadan Chola has an outdoor pool and a swimming pool, and Serene Stays Kjsb Farmhouse Thanjavur has a swimming pool. Hotel Green Palace lists a spa and massage.
Which hotel is closest to the centre?
Tanjore Inn is the closest, 1.5 km from the centre. Sundex Hotel is 1.6 km away, and Hotel Jai's Inn, Lakshmi Hotel and Treebo Premium La Orchid Big Temple are all 1.8 km from the centre.
Which hotels are best for families?
Hotel Green Palace, Serene Stays Kjsb Farmhouse Thanjavur and Deshadan Chola all offer family rooms. Deshadan Chola also has a playground, and Serene Stays has badminton, while Hotel Green Palace and Serene Stays allow pets.
Which is the top-rated hotel on this list?
Svatma A Luxury Heritage Resort has the highest guest rating, 4.3 out of 5, based on 1587 reviews. Hotel Green Palace is next at 4.2 out of 5 from 549 reviews.
Do the hotels serve breakfast?
Breakfast is listed at Hotel Jai's Inn, Mahanas Paradise, Hotel Anithaparthiban, Hotel Green Palace, Tanjore Inn and Deshadan Chola. Lakshmi Hotel and Tanjore Inn also offer breakfast in room.
Are there hotels with airport or railway shuttle service?
Several hotels list shuttle service: Hotel Jai's Inn, Hotel Anithaparthiban, Svatma A Luxury Heritage Resort, Hotel Green Palace, Lakshmi Hotel, Tanjore Inn, Treebo Premium La Orchid Big Temple and Deshadan Chola. Details and any surcharge should be confirmed with the hotel.