Every year, thousands of parents and students travel to Vellore Institute of Technology for admission counselling, campus orientation, convocation ceremonies, and mid-semester visits. BLOFT Hotel in Katpadi is situated exactly 2.8 km from VIT's main campus — a convenient 4-minute drive — making it one of the closest full-service hotels to the university gates.
Our proximity allows university families to navigate busy campus schedules seamlessly, avoiding long traffic delays during peak admission cycles. Combined with professional business conveniences and robust family comfort features, we ensure a smooth academic visit from arrival to check-out.
Why VIT Families Choose BLOFT Hotel
2.8 km from VIT Main Campus
Auto-rickshaws are available at the hotel entrance at all hours. Our front desk team can easily arrange dedicated local cabs for your early 8 AM counselling sessions.
Spacious Club Room for Families
Equipped with twin king-size beds, a separate sitting area, and a full-size work desk — creating the most popular choice for parents and students sharing accommodations.
Free Secure Parking
Families driving in from Chennai, Hyderabad, or Bangalore enjoy covered, secured parking at no extra charge — eliminating the stress of finding street slots near a busy campus during counselling season.
Complimentary Breakfast from 6:30 AM
Campus academic orientation and admissions activities begin early. Leave the hotel well-fed before a full day of counselling sessions and university tours.
50+ Mbps High-Speed Wi-Fi
Fast internet bandwidth active across all rooms for downloading educational documents, completing digital orientation forms, and staying in touch with extended family.
24-Hour Check-In Framework
Many families arrive at Katpadi Junction on overnight train schedules. Our round-the-clock front desk ensures a smooth check-in regardless of your arrival time.
VIT Admissions Visit — Practical Guide
During counselling season, the VIT campus receives thousands of families simultaneously. Staying at BLOFT Hotel allows you to park securely at the hotel and travel to campus by auto — without the stress of on-campus parking. Arrive at your session venue at least 30 minutes before your scheduled slot. Our front desk stays updated on VIT session venues and can guide you each morning.
What to Carry for Your VIT Campus Visit
VIT allotment order or rank card (original and photocopies)
Class 10 and Class 12 original mark sheets and certificates
Transfer certificate from Class 12 school (original)
Community/caste certificate if applicable (original and copies)
Aadhaar card — student and parents (originals)
Passport-size photographs — minimum 6 of the student
Bank demand draft if required — verify VIT's current instructions before travelling