any reliable and inexpensive car service at Chennai airport
Sep 30, 2019, 4:23 pm
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Sep 30, 2019, 9:13 pm
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The Leela Palace in Chennai does a BMW which one could also use for sightseeing/other jobs within the city or even excursions to Mahabalipuram.
The Taj Coromandel does a Mercedes.
The Park Hyatt does a Mercedes and as does the Hilton I think.
Airport transfers from 4*+ hotels in Chennai can be expected to provide a proper car.
The Taj Coromandel does a Mercedes.
The Park Hyatt does a Mercedes and as does the Hilton I think.
Airport transfers from 4*+ hotels in Chennai can be expected to provide a proper car.
Oct 1, 2019, 5:40 am
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However using a measure of initiative in ordering Uber or taxi will at least keep you air-cooled, smell-free and help ensure the car is well-maintained.
I know this doesn't cover the indignity of arriving at the Leela in an Innova: but time, and a well-judged tip to the doorman, will assuage the embarrassment.
But as you are getting the Blacklane service for free, Uber advice is clearly irrelevant.
Oct 2, 2019, 4:32 pm
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I have taken ordinary taxis from MAA (International) MANY times and have never encountered dirty, run-down vehicles with non-functioning AC ... I would rather the save the money over the cost of a limo and use it for a nice meal in town!
Oct 2, 2019, 9:03 pm
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MAA's restaurant is just like the city - boring and uninspiring.
Nov 1, 2019, 9:27 am
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