Of all the hotels in which we stayed in South India this was our favourite. Again, it is part of the CGH Earth hotel group. Situated in a small village in the middle of a very rural area we were suprised when our car drove through the gates of this hotel and were greeted at the front door of a... More

Once again CGH Earth has done a wonderful job...they really get it. We had come from Maison Perumal (another CGH property in Pondi) and were delighted to drive through the gates into an art-deco style hotel entrance. We were welcomed in a gorgeous reception hall and then escorted to our room which was on the outer part of the main... More

the first thing that strikes you when you arrive at Visalm is the genuine warmth of the welcome and then you get a conducted tour of this amazing property - a beautifully preserved Chettiar mansion -from Johnny the Manager. who like some of the staff comes from Kerala where the hotel compnay CGH Earth are based. The rooms are spacious... More

Really 3.5 out of 5.... This was a second visit and, on this occasion primarily, used as a convenient stop-over between Tanjore and Madurai. We love the hotel and its facilities but concluded that there was really insufficient to see and do in the local area to justify more than one visit. First time around we were fascinated to see... More

This was our second visit to this super hotel it remains one of the best hotels in Tamil Nadu It's a glorious building with very friendly staff delicious cuisine including a great cooking lesson from the super Chef the hotel manager treets his staff as part of his family. We would not hesitate to recommend anyone to stay in this... More

Beautifully renovated Chettinad mansion. Large stylish suite, big, well equipped bathroom with interesting natural soaps and creams, included explanations and how to use it, makes you feel pampered. We were the only guests at the time and we got spoiled like we were the owners of the premises. Beautiful flower decorations on the bed, excellent meals, with local ingrediences by... More

A ,beautifully restored Chattar mansion,it is a loveless and relaxing stay in Tamil Nadu.Some of the very best Southern Indian food is prepared in their kitchen and is wort a meal even if you do not stay there. An immaculate kitchen where they give a nice cooking class

Great boutique 15 room hotel. As other reviews have noted excellent chemical free (copper electrolysis) pool, enormous room, lovely building. Tasty and food freshly prepared from fresh sesonal ingredients. I would highly recomend this hotel if you want to get away from the hustle and bustle of TN in relaxed and friendly surroundings. karakkudi is reaxed and interesting tiny town... More

Visalam captures a heritage Chettinad mansion with all the modern conveniences. Casino Group has done a remarkable job to ensure that you get an authentic flavour in terms of stay and food too. Do try the local dishes at the restaurant including the Biriyani.