When I say refreshing launch I literally mean it because that was the word for the day.The Gateway Hotels call themselves a refreshing change in the buzzing IT Express Highway.Situated right in the heart of Old Mahabalipuram Road surrounded by IT companies is this beautiful tall building with a tremendous structure.
Leading the hospitality sector in India, The TAJ group of hotels has proven its might and is taking it a step further with the Gateway chain of hotels.A bunch of bloggers were invited to this esteemed launch function which was well organized.
The first thing you notice about this place that strikes you is the beautiful interior and the narrow pathway that leads to the hall where the launch was set to take place. The pathway was wonderfully decorated and the swimming pool by the side is a sight you cannot forget.We finally get into the hall and settle down for the launch to begin.The launch began with a mind blowing classical performance which was a fusion dance and music programme centered around the concept of a honeycomb which is also the way the Gateway Hotel is structured.VJ Paloma was the MC for the event and she did a great job of it.
Picture Courtesy - Chinna's Clicks
Picture Courtesy - Chinna's Clicks
Picture Courtesy - Chinna's Clicks
We were introduced to the concept of gateway and why they think it'll refresh the hospitality scene in our city.We were given more insights about the various sections of the hotel and the cuisine that was aimed at.Considering we are all food bloggers, we paid more attention to this part where the chef mentioned that 'Tanjore Cuisine' was going to be the primarily aimed cuisine at the hotel.Chef also spoke about the importance of healthy food and how that was going to be a major part of the menu and they had some very very interesting choices.There was then a round of questions open to the audience where we got to know more about the range of rooms and how they plan on expanding in the coming years.
Picture Courtesy - Chinna's Clicks
Picture Courtesy - Chinna's Clicks
After the launch, we were guided around the property by one of the staff members.Beautiful hallways, spacious rooms, excellent facilities and courteous staff were highlights of the tour.The touch screen television with Google TV and Wi-Fi with one of the fastest speeds the city offers were add-ons.Every room is also given yoga mats and a TV channel that teaches yoga(aiming at fitness for the customers).The gym is open throughout the day and it is fully equipped.The swimming pool is neat and huge.The other part I loved about the property were the conference rooms.They have a wide range of conference rooms with different seating capability and facilities to suit the need of most IT groups.The rooms are available on rent on a daily basis or hourly basis.The bar also looked pretty well equipped and they plan on introducing a dance floor there soon too.
Picture Courtesy - Chinna's Clicks
Picture Courtesy - Chinna's Clicks
Picture Courtesy - Chinna's Clicks
Picture Courtesy - Chinna's Clicks
The last stop was the restaurants - Sian and Buzz. Sian serves Oriental cuisine and it is beautifully decorated.Buzz serves indian cuisine and is one of the best lit places I've ever been too.You'll have to go there so see how beautiful it is.We had the opportunity to dine at Buzz and the food was good.The buffet is reasonably priced and has a huge spread which is constantly re-filled.They also have some amazing things like flavoured water and the use of exotic fruits in juices and desserts.
On the whole, Chennai is lucky to have a new place to hangout and it is definitely worth the money spent.IT sector,look-out, you now have a new place for your counterparts from outside India to stay and appreciate.
Leading the hospitality sector in India, The TAJ group of hotels has proven its might and is taking it a step further with the Gateway chain of hotels.A bunch of bloggers were invited to this esteemed launch function which was well organized.
The first thing you notice about this place that strikes you is the beautiful interior and the narrow pathway that leads to the hall where the launch was set to take place. The pathway was wonderfully decorated and the swimming pool by the side is a sight you cannot forget.We finally get into the hall and settle down for the launch to begin.The launch began with a mind blowing classical performance which was a fusion dance and music programme centered around the concept of a honeycomb which is also the way the Gateway Hotel is structured.VJ Paloma was the MC for the event and she did a great job of it.
We were introduced to the concept of gateway and why they think it'll refresh the hospitality scene in our city.We were given more insights about the various sections of the hotel and the cuisine that was aimed at.Considering we are all food bloggers, we paid more attention to this part where the chef mentioned that 'Tanjore Cuisine' was going to be the primarily aimed cuisine at the hotel.Chef also spoke about the importance of healthy food and how that was going to be a major part of the menu and they had some very very interesting choices.There was then a round of questions open to the audience where we got to know more about the range of rooms and how they plan on expanding in the coming years.
After the launch, we were guided around the property by one of the staff members.Beautiful hallways, spacious rooms, excellent facilities and courteous staff were highlights of the tour.The touch screen television with Google TV and Wi-Fi with one of the fastest speeds the city offers were add-ons.Every room is also given yoga mats and a TV channel that teaches yoga(aiming at fitness for the customers).The gym is open throughout the day and it is fully equipped.The swimming pool is neat and huge.The other part I loved about the property were the conference rooms.They have a wide range of conference rooms with different seating capability and facilities to suit the need of most IT groups.The rooms are available on rent on a daily basis or hourly basis.The bar also looked pretty well equipped and they plan on introducing a dance floor there soon too.
Picture Courtesy - Chinna's Clicks
The last stop was the restaurants - Sian and Buzz. Sian serves Oriental cuisine and it is beautifully decorated.Buzz serves indian cuisine and is one of the best lit places I've ever been too.You'll have to go there so see how beautiful it is.We had the opportunity to dine at Buzz and the food was good.The buffet is reasonably priced and has a huge spread which is constantly re-filled.They also have some amazing things like flavoured water and the use of exotic fruits in juices and desserts.
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