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271 guests max3,350 sq.ft.59 × 52.5 × 12 ft
Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
The Wallajah Room is a distinguished meeting and banquet venue situated within the prestigious Taj Connemara Chennai, a heritage luxury hotel that exemplifies colonial grandeur blended with modern sophistication. This elegant room serves as a versatile space designed to host an array of events ranging from professional conferences to social celebrations, providing a seamless blend of classic charm and state-of-the-art amenities. The Wallajah Room is thoughtfully appointed to accommodate business needs and social occasions alike. Its refined interiors echo the heritage essence of the property while incorporating contemporary conveniences that facilitate successful events. The venue boasts adaptable layouts that suit various event formats, promoting effective engagement and a memorable experience. Area and capacity: - Area: 1,320 sq ft (123 sqm) - Pre-function Area: 550 sq ft (51 sqm) - Seating capacity by layout: - Theatre: up to 120 guests - Classroom: up to 65 guests - U-shape: up to 40 guests - Boardroom: up to 50 guests Facilities and services: - Advanced audiovisual systems with high-quality sound and projection capabilities - High-speed Wi-Fi connectivity throughout the venue - Climate-controlled environment with ergonomic seating arrangements - Dedicated on-site event coordination and support staff - Customizable lighting options and elegant decor settings - Spacious adjoining pre-function area ideal for registration, networking, and refreshment breaks - Comprehensive Taj catering services offering tailored menus, including coffee breaks, working lunches, and banquet dining with dietary accommodations - Privacy features and soundproofing ensuring confidentiality and minimal external disturbance Ideal events: - Corporate conferences and seminars - Executive board meetings and strategy sessions - Product launches and press events - Wedding receptions and social banquets - Private celebrations and gala dinners Unique design and advantages: - Heritage architecture combined with modern luxury, reflecting Chennai’s colonial legacy - Abundant natural light complemented by tasteful interiors that enhance the ambiance - Versatile room configuration options catering to both formal and informal gatherings - Proximity to Taj Connemara’s renowned culinary team ensuring exceptional dining experiences - Dedicated pre-function space facilitating smooth event flow and participant interaction As an integral part of Taj Connemara Chennai, the Wallajah Room offers an exquisite setting that elevates every occasion with its historic elegance and comprehensive facilities. Its spacious design, combined with advanced technical resources and impeccable Taj service standards, positions it as a premier venue for both corporate and social events seeking an environment that balances tradition with modern excellence.
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Taj Connemara Chennai offers a combined banquet and event capacity for up to approximately 500 guests across its multiple indoor and outdoor venues. The property features the grand Connemara Ballroom for large gatherings, supplemented by smaller meeting rooms and the outdoor poolside lawn, making it a versatile luxury hotel event venue on Anna Salai. Use Spalba to compare layouts and capacities.
The property houses the Connemara Ballroom as its primary event hall, suited for banquet and theatre configurations. Smaller breakout meeting rooms cater to intimate boardroom sessions and pre-function gatherings. The outdoor poolside area accommodates cocktail receptions and alfresco dinners. Planners can request a detailed floor plan with per-space PAX figures directly through the Spalba listing for Taj Connemara Chennai.
Taj Connemara Chennai offers an outdoor poolside space that is well suited for cocktail evenings, alfresco dinners, and pre-function receptions. The setting is sheltered by mature trees characteristic of this heritage property. Planners should confirm current outdoor capacity and weather contingency arrangements, including tent or marquee options, directly with the property via an enquiry submitted through Spalba.
Taj Connemara Chennai operates a full in-house catering service managed by the Taj culinary team, a hallmark of the group's banquet hospitality across India. Multi-cuisine menus spanning South Indian, North Indian, Continental, and international options are available. The kitchen accommodates Jain, vegetarian, and dietary-specific requirements on request. Alcohol service is available subject to event type and local licensing norms. Confirm menu customisation via Spalba enquiry.
The property provides in-house audio-visual infrastructure including projectors, screens, a PA system, and podium setups for conferences and corporate meetings. High-speed Wi-Fi access is available across event spaces. The Taj banquet operations team supports technical setup and on-site coordination. For large-scale MICE events requiring LED walls or hybrid streaming, planners should confirm specifications through the Spalba listing enquiry form.
Taj Connemara Chennai is a full-service heritage hotel with 148 rooms and suites across categories including Luxury Rooms, Luxury Suites, and the landmark Tower Suite. This room inventory makes it a strong fit for residential conferences, wedding room blocks, and multi-day corporate retreats where outstation delegates require on-property accommodation. Room block availability and delegate rates can be discussed via a Spalba enquiry.
Taj Connemara is located on Anna Salai in central Chennai, approximately 16 to 18 kilometres from Chennai International Airport at Meenambakkam, translating to roughly 30 to 45 minutes by road depending on traffic. This central location on one of Chennai's principal arterial roads makes it a practical choice for delegates travelling from across the city — a key factor for planners selecting a Chennai luxury hotel venue for conferences or weddings.
The nearest Chennai Metro station to Taj Connemara is Thousand Lights on the Blue Line, situated a short distance from the property on Anna Salai. This provides convenient connectivity for delegates commuting from north and south Chennai without relying solely on road transport. Planners hosting large-attendance events should note this metro access when advising outstation or city-based guests on arrival options.
Taj Connemara Chennai provides valet parking services for event guests, in line with the Taj group's standard hospitality offering at urban hotel properties. Self-parking within the property premises is available subject to space. For large-scale events where attendee count is high, planners are advised to coordinate overflow parking arrangements with the banquet team ahead of the event date via a Spalba enquiry.
For weddings and large social events, advance bookings of six to twelve months are strongly recommended given the property's status as a sought-after heritage hotel event venue in Chennai. Corporate bookings for smaller meetings may be secured with shorter lead times. Through Spalba, planners can submit a direct enquiry, access venue details, and initiate a conversation with the property's banquet team without intermediary delays.
Cancellation and rescheduling terms at Taj Connemara Chennai are governed by the Taj group's standard banquet booking agreements, which typically involve tiered cancellation charges based on proximity to the event date. Specific terms including deposit requirements and force majeure provisions are confirmed at the time of contract signing. Planners are advised to review these terms carefully with the banquet sales team before confirming a booking.
Minimum booking thresholds at Taj Connemara Chennai vary by event type, day of week, and space selected. Large event halls such as the Connemara Ballroom typically carry minimum food and beverage commitments. Smaller meeting rooms and boardroom setups may have lower thresholds suited to compact corporate gatherings. Exact minimum requirements are confirmed by the banquet sales team and can be initiated through the Spalba enquiry workflow.
Taj Connemara Chennai, as part of the IHCL portfolio, provides dedicated wedding coordination through its banquet and catering team experienced in managing multi-function South Indian and multi-cultural weddings. The property's suite accommodation supports bridal party requirements. For heritage wedding venues in Chennai that combine colonial-era architecture with full-service Taj hospitality, the property's combination of indoor ballroom and outdoor settings is a key differentiator. Enquire via Spalba for tailored wedding packages.
The property is equipped to support multi-day MICE conferences, combining its meeting and ballroom spaces with 148 rooms for residential delegates. The Taj group's MICE infrastructure includes dedicated banquet coordinators, business centre support, and structured conference packages. Planners organising product launches, leadership summits, or annual conclaves can configure the property across multiple event formats over consecutive days. Submit a multi-day brief through Spalba for a consolidated proposal.
As a property under IHCL, one of India's largest listed hospitality groups, Taj Connemara Chennai issues fully GST-compliant tax invoices for all corporate event bookings, enabling companies to claim input tax credit where applicable. Corporate billing, purchase order alignment, and company account setup can be coordinated with the banquet sales team. Finance and procurement teams can initiate documentation requirements at the enquiry stage through Spalba.
