VRGrand Ballroom
644 guests max9,281 sq.ft.112.5 × 74.5 × 15 ft
Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India, India
Clive Dupleix is a distinguished private dining and event room at Taj Coromandel, Chennai, offering the kind of intimate, refined setting that larger banquet halls rarely replicate. The room carries a sense of old-world elegance consistent with Taj Coromandel's overall design sensibility — warm tones, polished finishes, and carefully considered detailing that creates an atmosphere of quiet sophistication. It is a space that communicates occasion without ostentation, making every gathering feel considered and personal rather than merely convened.
The room is particularly well suited to smaller, high-stakes events where ambience and exclusivity matter as much as logistics. Board meetings, private luncheons, intimate corporate dinners, family celebrations, and pre-wedding functions all find a natural home here. The scale encourages conversation and connection, which is precisely what distinguishes Clive Dupleix from the hotel's larger ballroom options. For hosts who want their guests to feel genuinely hosted — rather than simply accommodated — this room consistently delivers.
Clive Dupleix serves a broad range of corporate and social occasions. On the corporate side, it is a natural fit for executive meetings, private briefings, leadership dinners, product presentations to small delegations, and off-site team sessions that call for a setting more elevated than a standard boardroom. On the social side, the room handles milestone birthday dinners, anniversary celebrations, engagement functions, and intimate family gatherings with equal ease.
The Taj Coromandel events team supports bookings with professional planning assistance, in-house catering drawing from the hotel's culinary team, and audiovisual setup options suited to presentations and formal dining alike. The hotel's established catering pedigree means that the food and beverage experience at Clive Dupleix meets the same standard guests expect from the broader Taj Coromandel dining programme. Décor can be customised to suit the occasion, and the events team can advise on florals, table configuration, and any special requirements a host may have.
Taj Coromandel is located on Binny Road in Nungambakkam, one of Chennai's most established and well-connected neighbourhoods. The address places the hotel within easy reach of the city's central business district, making it a practical choice for corporate events where attendees are travelling from offices across the city. Nungambakkam is well served by road, and the hotel's position on a principal thoroughfare makes navigation straightforward for guests arriving by car or cab.
Chennai Central railway station is a short drive from the property, and Chennai International Airport is accessible via the city's main road network. For outstation guests attending events at Clive Dupleix, Taj Coromandel's own guest rooms and suites mean that accommodation is available on-site, removing the need to coordinate across multiple properties. The hotel also offers parking, making it a convenient choice for local guests driving in. For event planners weighing location alongside the quality of the space itself, the Nungambakkam address represents one of the more strategically sound choices in Chennai's five-star hotel landscape.
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Clive Dupleix is designed for intimate, high-value occasions rather than large-scale gatherings. It is well suited to private corporate dinners, executive meetings, milestone celebrations, engagement functions, and family lunches or dinners. Its scale and atmosphere make it a strong choice whenever the priority is a personal, exclusive setting.
Exact capacity figures for Clive Dupleix depend on the seating configuration and event format. The room is designed for intimate gatherings, so prospective hosts are encouraged to contact the Taj Coromandel events team directly for the precise numbers relevant to their planned setup.
Yes, the room is a popular choice for corporate events including executive meetings, private briefings, leadership dinners, and small-group presentations. Its refined atmosphere and access to the hotel's full events support make it a practical and prestigious option for business functions.
Taj Coromandel has an established in-house culinary team that handles catering for events held at Clive Dupleix. Menus can typically be tailored to the occasion, whether a working lunch, a formal dinner, or a celebratory spread. The events team can advise on menu options and dietary requirements during the planning process.
Yes, the events team at Taj Coromandel can assist with customising the room's décor, florals, and seating arrangement to suit the occasion. Hosts are encouraged to discuss their specific preferences and any special requirements with the events team well ahead of the event date.
Audiovisual support suited to presentations and formal corporate events is available through the hotel's events team. Specific equipment and technical capabilities should be confirmed directly with Taj Coromandel when making a booking inquiry.
Taj Coromandel is located on Binny Road in Nungambakkam, a well-connected and centrally placed neighbourhood in Chennai. The address is on a principal thoroughfare, making it straightforward to reach by car, cab, or rideshare from most parts of the city.
Chennai Central railway station is a short drive from Taj Coromandel in Nungambakkam. The exact travel time will vary depending on traffic conditions, so guests travelling by train are advised to allow adequate time.
Clive Dupleix's intimate scale and elegant atmosphere make it a fitting venue for pre-wedding functions such as engagement dinners or small family celebrations. Its setting within Taj Coromandel also means guests can benefit from the hotel's full hospitality services throughout the event.
Taj Coromandel does offer parking facilities for guests. Hosts expecting a large number of guests arriving by car should confirm parking arrangements and any specific logistics with the hotel's events team in advance.
Yes, Taj Coromandel has guest rooms and suites on-site, so outstation guests attending an event at Clive Dupleix can stay at the same property. This removes the need to coordinate accommodation across separate locations, which is particularly convenient for multi-event occasions or guests travelling from outside Chennai.
While Taj Coromandel also offers larger ballroom and banquet spaces, Clive Dupleix is specifically designed for smaller, more exclusive gatherings where atmosphere and privacy are priorities. It is the right choice when hosts want their guests to feel personally attended to rather than part of a large-scale production.
Availability and pricing for Clive Dupleix can be obtained by reaching out to the events team at Taj Coromandel directly, either through the hotel's official website at tajhotels.com or by calling the property. Providing details about the event type, date, and approximate guest count will help the team offer the most relevant proposal.
Cancellation and rescheduling terms are determined by Taj Coromandel's events department and may vary depending on the nature and size of the booking. Hosts are advised to review the specific terms and conditions at the time of contracting and to clarify any flexibility requirements before confirming a booking.
Taj Coromandel, as a full-service five-star hotel, is generally equipped to accommodate guests with accessibility needs. Hosts with specific mobility or accessibility requirements should contact the events team in advance so that appropriate arrangements can be confirmed and prepared.
