Mahabalipuram Beach Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A temple with multiple tiers and a central spire, surrounded by stone pillars and a sandy ground.
A temple with multiple tiers and a large central tower, surrounded by a sandy area with scattered ruins.
An ancient temple complex with tiered towers and a central courtyard.
A sandstone temple with intricate carvings, a large elephant statue, and a child in the background.
A temple with intricate carvings and large stone lion statues.

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Our pick of the best Mahabalipuram Beach Hotel Deals

Welcomhotel by ITC Hotels, Kences Palm Beach, Mamallapuram

Welcomhotel by ITC Hotels, Kences Palm Beach, Mamallapuram

4.5 out of 5
No 53, Devaneri Village, East Coast Rd Tirukalukundram Tamil Nadu
The price is AU$189 per night from 22 July to 23 July
AU$189
22 July - 23 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Tirukalukundram. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Tiger Cave and Mamallapuram Beach are located ...
8/10 Very good! (71 reviews)
"We had a relaxing stay and the beach/pool was comforting. Staff were courteous . There could be more activities though and the beach timing is ridiculous. Also the buggy wait was long."

Reviewed on 12 July 2026

Welcomhotel by ITC Hotels, Kences Palm Beach, Mamallapuram
Chariot Beach Resort

Chariot Beach Resort

4 out of 5
Five Rathas Road Tirukalukundram Tamil Nadu
The price is AU$138 per night from 20 July to 21 July
AU$138
20 July - 21 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach resort in Tirukalukundram. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 restaurants. Popular attractions Five Rathas and Pancha Pandava Rathas are ...
7/10 Good! (126 reviews)
"Property was good but not well maintained. Lots of dust and insects. Swimming pool was not cleaned. Service was good, but very less number of people. not properly managed. No lift. Rooms were good, but towels were not new. restroom tiles were broken. room beds and tv all are old."

Reviewed on 12 July 2026

Chariot Beach Resort
KALOS HOTEL

KALOS HOTEL

3 out of 5
21, Kovalam Salai, Fisherman Colony Tirukalukundram Tamil Nadu
The price is AU$20 per night from 19 July to 20 July
AU$20
19 July - 20 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Tirukalukundram. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Pancha Pandava Cave and Mumu Surf Shop are ...
7.6/10 Good! (10 reviews)
"Thanks for Stay, would recommend. Close to everything"

Reviewed on 14 July 2026

KALOS HOTEL
Sea Breeze Beach Resort

Sea Breeze Beach Resort

3 out of 5
Oothavadai Cross Street Mahabalipuram Tamil Nadu
The price is AU$75 per night from 21 July to 22 July
AU$75
21 July - 22 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach resort in Tirukalukundram. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a beach locale. Popular attractions Mumu Surf Shop and Mahishasuramardini Cave ...
Sea Breeze Beach Resort
Mamalla Beach Resort

Mamalla Beach Resort

3 out of 5
108, Kovalam Road Tirukalukundram Tamil Nadu
The price is AU$78 per night from 4 Aug to 5 Aug
AU$78
4 Aug - 5 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Tirukalukundram. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and a private beach. Popular attractions Mamallapuram Beach and Tiger Cave are located ...
Mamalla Beach Resort
Golden Sun Beach Resort

Golden Sun Beach Resort

4 out of 5
No 59 Kovalam Rd Tirukalukundram TN
The price is AU$132 per night from 25 July to 26 July
AU$132
25 July - 26 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach resort in Tirukalukundram. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Tiger Cave and Mamallapuram Beach ...
4.8/10 (15 reviews)
Captain's Review
"Initially it was not comfortable. But subsequently after talking to the staff, some improvements were done and thereafter it was comfortable."

Reviewed on 12 June 2025

Golden Sun Beach Resort
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Our guide on where to stay in Mahabalipuram Beach

Find the best Mahabalipuram Beach areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Mahabalipuram Beach
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T Nagar

Travellers come to T Nagar for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Pondy Bazaar and Thirumalai Thirupathi Devasthanam Temple while you're in town.

Nungambakkam

You'll enjoy the cafes and monuments in Nungambakkam. You might want to make time for a stop at Valluvar Kottam or SDAT Tennis Stadium.

Guindy

Unique features of Guindy include the shopping and spas. Make a stop by Phoenix Market City or Guindy Race Course while you're exploring the area.

Central Chennai

The churches and monuments are just a few things visitors like about Central Chennai. Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium and Madras High Court are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Washermanpet Metro Station or Mannadi Metro Station to get around the larger area.

Anna Nagar

While Anna Nagar may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Ampa Skywalk Mall and Vadapalani Murugan Temple.



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