You step into the lobby and the picture-perfect setting envelopes you - large picture windows offering spectacular views of Chennai’s fabled Coromandel Coast. With my lovely host Lotika, I settle down at the best corner of the lounge, all set to watch the sun setting over the dashing waves of the sea. An impressive 3-tiered tray stand arrives at my table with delicacies neatly placed. I have opted for 'English Hi Tea', and start picking from the tiers offering finger sandwiches, mimosa eggs, selection of pastries, macaroons, hot scones loaded with whipped cream, lemon cream and strawberry jam. 'Indian Hi Tea' has equally tempting savouries like 'Chicken or Paneer Kathi Roll', 'Paneer Puff', 'Aloo Samosa', 'Murukku', 'Banana Chips', 'Sharkara Upperi'. If not in the mood of large bites, browse through an extensive list of teas and coffees served here and you will find something of your choice - from Earl Grey to Darjeeling and Nilgiris, green teas, designer coffees and, of course, 'Masala Chai'. With spectacular views of the sea, this lounge has the right ambience to catch up with friends and family any time of the day.