In the heart of a luxury heritage resort, Svatma offers an enchanting experience. Relax in the garden, sip coffee at the cafe, or unwind with a rejuvenating massage at Soukyam spa. With Indian cuisine restaurant Aaharam serving up delicious meals and an indoor pool for leisure time.
No 4/1116, Blake Hr Sec School Road, M. Chavadi, Thanjavur, Tamilnadu, 613001
What's nearby
Thanjavur Royal Palace - 6 min drive - 2.6 km
Maratha Palace - 6 min drive - 2.6 km
Sangeetha Mahal - 6 min drive - 2.6 km
Sivaganga Gardens - 6 min drive - 2.6 km
Saraswathi Mahal Library - 6 min drive - 2.6 km
Getting around
Tiruchirappalli (TRZ-Tiruchirappalli Intl.) - 66 min drive
Titte Station - 12 min drive
Mariammankovil Station - 14 min drive
Thanjavur Junction Station - 15 min walk
Airport shuttle (surcharge)
Area shuttle (surcharge)
Restaurants
Adyar Aanandha Bhavan - 4 min drive
Thillana - Hotel Sangam - 3 min drive
Sree Ariya Bhavan - 14 min walk
Diana - 18 min walk
Coffee Palace - 3 min drive
About this property
Svatma - A Luxury Heritage Resort
Located near a train station, Svatma - A Luxury Heritage Resort is a great choice for a stay in Thanjavur. Guests can indulge in massages at the spa, and Indian cuisine is served at Aaharam, which is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Other highlights at this luxurious hotel include an indoor pool, a bar/lounge, and a fitness center.
At a glance
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Hotel size
38 rooms
Arranged over 4 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in time starts at 2 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is noon
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Special check-in instructions
This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
To register at this property, guests who are Indian citizens must provide a valid photo identity card issued by the Government of India; travelers who are not citizens of India must present a valid passport and visa.
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children
One child (5 years old and younger) stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets
No pets or service animals allowed
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Free onsite self parking
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Transfers
Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours)*
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Offsite
Area shuttle*
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Other information
Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
Property amenities
Food and drink
Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–10:00 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Coffee shop
Room service (limited hours)
Snack bar/deli
Traveling with children
Children stay free (see details)
Working away
Business center
Meeting rooms
Conference center
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Free newspapers in lobby
Luggage storage
Facilities
2 buildings/towers
Built in 2016
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Terrace
Fitness center
An indoor pool
Full-service spa
Massage/treatment rooms
At least 80% of food locally-sourced
At least 80% organic food
Vegan dining options
Vegetarian dining options
Locally-owned & organized tours & activities
Local artist showcase
Local culture & ecosystem education
At least 80% lighting from LEDs
Comprehensive food waste policy
No plastic soda bottles
No plastic drinking straws
Lockers available
Banquet hall
Outdoor furniture
Accessibility
Elevator
Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible spa
Wheelchair-accessible pool
Visual alarms in hallways
Sign language-capable staff
Wheelchairs available on site
Well-lit path to entrance
Stair-free path to entrance
Room amenities
Be entertained
43-inch flat-screen TV
Satellite TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Ceiling fan
Minibar
Coffee/tea maker
Bathrobes and slippers
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Blackout drapes/curtains
Turndown service
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower only
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Toothbrush and toothpaste
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Desk
Free newspapers
Free WiFi (speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))
Desk chair
Food and drink
Free bottled water
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
LED light bulbs
Special features
Spa
Soukyam has 4 treatment rooms including rooms for couples. Services include massages. The spa is open daily.
Dining
Aaharam - This restaurant specializes in Indian cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Open 24 hours.
Palaharam - This café specializes in Indian cuisine and serves light fare only. Open daily.
Nila - Onsite rooftop bar. Open daily.
Awards and affiliations
The property is a member of Relais & Chateaux.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately INR 750 per person
Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of INR 4500 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 6)
Area shuttle service is offered for an extra charge
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
Reservations are required for spa treatments and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation
Policies
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards and mobile payments. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
Mobile payment options include: Google Pay, Paytm and PhonePe.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Also known as
Svatma Hotel Thanjavur
Svatma Hotel
Svatma Thanjavur
Svatma
Svatma A Heritage Thanjavur
Svatma A Luxury Heritage Resort
Svatma - A Luxury Heritage Resort Hotel
Svatma - A Luxury Heritage Resort Thanjavur
Svatma - A Luxury Heritage Resort Hotel Thanjavur
Frequently asked questions
Does Svatma - A Luxury Heritage Resort offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Svatma - A Luxury Heritage Resort does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Svatma - A Luxury Heritage Resort?
Yes, there's an indoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Svatma - A Luxury Heritage Resort?
Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Svatma - A Luxury Heritage Resort?
Yes, there's free self parking.
Is airport shuttle service offered by Svatma - A Luxury Heritage Resort?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is INR 4500 per vehicle one-way.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Svatma - A Luxury Heritage Resort?
You can check in starting at 2 PM. Check-out time is noon.
What is there to do at Svatma - A Luxury Heritage Resort and nearby?
Svatma - A Luxury Heritage Resort has a spa and an indoor pool, as well as a fitness center and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Svatma - A Luxury Heritage Resort?
Yes, Aaharam offers Indian cuisine.
What's the area around Svatma - A Luxury Heritage Resort like?
Svatma - A Luxury Heritage Resort puts you in the heart of Thanjavur. Popular attractions include Thanjavur Royal Palace, which is 3 minutes away by car.
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Reviews
Svatma - A Luxury Heritage Resort Reviews
8.6
Excellent
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8.4
Cleanliness
7.0
Location
8.6
Staff & service
9.0
Property conditions & facilities
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Reviews
Verified
8/10 Very good
Dec 22, 2025
Traditional rooms. Clean rooms. No special amenities but the bathroom does its job. I liked the eveni bc Veena recital. I had traditional food and was good. Restaurant Staff is primarily non localite but they were eager to help with our selection for local food.
Pavana
Pavana, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 22, 2025
Great place, beatifull arhitecture. They place can imporove a bit, the spa is great.
Santiago
Santiago, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 3, 2024
Svatma heritage home
Really loved our stay at Svatma. It is a beautiful resort. Breakfast was very good. I would highly recommend this place.
Bala
Bala, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Nov 19, 2023
Quiet ambience. Bar staff are excellent. Good rooftop bar.
Restaurant is nice too. Good food and excellent service.
Rooms could be better maintained.
Sanjeev
Sanjeev, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 22, 2023
A very neat and safe property that provides a serene and peaceful stay. Facilities are great and well maintained with attention to customer issues . My a/c started leaking and they addressed it immediately. Would definitely stay again.
rajesh
rajesh, 4-night trip
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4/10 Fair
Apr 3, 2025
We stayed in Room 503 for two nights (April 1–3, 2025), and unfortunately, the condition of the property was disappointing.
Bathroom: The floors were dirty, and I have pictures showing mold in the corners, which forced us to shower with our slippers on. While a hairdryer was provided, there were no accessible plug points to use it, rendering it useless.
Toilet: The toilet was unstable and wobbled when in use because it wasn’t secured properly on one side. Additionally, the hand shower (bidet) next to the toilet was leaking, causing water to spray onto our legs and soak our clothes. One of the most baffling design choices at Svatma was the use of a glass door for the toilet, which felt awkward and impractical.
Room: The ceiling fan was covered in dust, and the bedsheets were extremely worn out, with noticeable pilling. Given the price (₹10,000 per night), we expected better-quality linens. On a positive note, the mattress and pillows were comfortable.
Surroundings: While the outdoor area in front of the hotel is beautiful, it was nearly impossible to enjoy a conversation with our friends due to the relentless mosquitoes. We also had mosquito issues inside our room, though the front desk promptly provided a Goodknight mosquito plug-in, which helped.
Pros:
The property itself is serene and aesthetically pleasing. We truly hope management addresses these concerns so that future stays can be more enjoyable.
Balajee
Balajee, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 10, 2025
Lovely hotel!
Susan
Susan, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
May 1, 2025
Wonderful place. Could improve the cooking
Great place. Lots of food options but needs to up itals food game
Verified traveler
1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 14, 2023
A pleasant relaxing oasis in Thanjavur
We loved this boutique hotel and the food is to die for. Excellent service from very friendly & helpful staff.
bruce
bruce, 3-night trip
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6/10 Good
Dec 10, 2022
A beautiful heritage hotel located near the big temple.
Friendly staff, excellent spa and good location.
Morning breakfast service can improve. Only 1 or 2 staff available. A smiling, friendly face will definitely improve the ambience.
Dr Rajan
Dr Rajan, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jun 9, 2023
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay here and when checking out regretted that we had stayed for only one day. The hotel is one of a kind with traditional decor with modern amenities. Every inch of this hotel was meticulously designed and decorated - hats off to the architect/decorator. The swimming pool and the garden had a very calm vibe and it was a pleasure to stroll. The spa was one of the best - one of the most relaxing experiences with a nice balance of traditional medicated oils and aroma therapies. Overall, we enjoyed our stay and recommend this place.
TS
TS, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 18, 2022
Exceptionally good, exemplary service from all the staff, from the reception to the restaurant. Literally service with a smile! And always with a helpful attitude.The complimentary breakfast was a sumptuous spread of items to cater to every taste. The chef(s) are maestros, it seems, as the vegetarian lunch and dinner food was also delectable. The few "flaws" (problems with the electronic door locks, and a wall plug panel that wasn't put back properly, for instance) were so minor that they did not detract from the overall experience. One wished, though that the resort provided a little more information about the hotel itself and it's environs. A great experience overall!
Pillarisetti
Verified
4/10 Fair
Jun 29, 2023
Never stay again or never recommend
The hotel displayed as 24 hour room service, Luxury hotel which is not true.
1. They don't provide room services because they said room gets destroyed!!
2. Their restaurant operates in thier own timings, after 10 PM, no food, before 7.00 AM no food, after 10.00 AM no breakfast, before 12.00 Noon no food, after 4.00 PM no food. This is a ridiculous service, i will never recommend anybody to stay here for vacation.
3. They dont have medical services, i was in need of a medicine at 8.00 PM, the manager said the shift staff has left, and it’s not possible to get medicine. I had to go around city for medicine by myself. So bad service, a 2 or 3 star hotels will provide somebody to help. But this hotel people didn’t even bother to show care. If this was a medical emergency it would have been more worst.
4. They do not provide extra pillows - the pillows provided were very thin and not comfortable
4. They do not provide two sets of vanity items, all are only one. Even after requesting for additional shower gel etc never provided
5. They provide only 2 towels and 1 hand towel for two people stay, expect you to use for entire day. A very tiny bath room, where you cannot even place them for drying.
6. The provided towels were torn, and shame on to be called as a luxury hotel.
7. I wanted to give a good review of their spa therapists, they are excellent service, but the products are allergenic on skin for me.
8. Their laundry service is really sharp, I appreciate them
Vasu Ram
Vasu Ram, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 24, 2022
Overall properly is very nice. Attention should be given to upkeep of guest rooms.
Raja Mohamed
Raja Mohamed, 3-night trip
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6/10 Good
Jan 2, 2021
Avoid
Due to COVID their spa and food menu was not up to mark. Though we were informed everything is operational. The bathroom stinks due to bad ventilation.
Saurabh
Saurabh, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 19, 2020
Best option in Thanjavur!
Very well maintained heritage luxury hotel. Food at the Indian restaurant was great.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
May 29, 2019
Was an great experience and overall stay was very comfortable. A bit pricey but I am ok to pay for a good service.
Rajesh
Rajesh, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Jan 4, 2019
Old-style property with good service
Nice old property with lots of trees. Not very convenient to get to. Chef accommodated our special requests. Prompt service. Room needs more lights. Pigeon droppings outside the windows and their noise can be stopped by wire spikes. Hotel could use more airflow and better air filters.
Sudarshan Paul
Sudarshan Paul, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 15, 2018
excellent heritage hotel with exotic water features at hotel entrance. and beautiful flowering shrubs. like a tropical jungle!
Verified traveler
1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 1, 2018
Hotel de charme
Séjour de 2 jours dans ce relais et châteaux
Magnifique hôtel avec énormément de charme
Personnel aux petits soins
Un enchantement