Mahabalipuram Travel Guide

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Where to stay in Mahabalipuram

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Mahabalipuram Beach

5/5(1 area review)

Mahabalipuram Beach is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Mamallapuram Beach and Shore Temple.

Mahabalipuram Beach
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$215 per night from 16 June to 17 June
AU$215
16 June - 17 June
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Tirukalukundram. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Popular attractions Tiger Cave and Mamallapuram Beach ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (57 reviews)
Amazing
"Hoooooo my god , I don’t have any words more than it’s amazing"

Reviewed on 20 May 2025

Welcomhotel by ITC Hotels, Kences Palm Beach, Mamallapuram
Radisson Blu Resort Temple Bay Mamallapuram
Radisson Blu Resort Temple Bay Mamallapuram
4.5 out of 5
57, Covelong Road, Kanchipuram District, Tirukalukundram, Tamil Nadu
The price is AU$265 per night from 16 June to 17 June
AU$265
16 June - 17 June
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury resort in Tirukalukundram. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Pancha Pandava Cave and Sri ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (243 reviews)
"Fabulous resort with outstanding service by all staff without exception! Rahman at the restaurant provided great service. Suresh and all of his colleagues took great care of my sister and elderly father. Many thanks to Team Temple bay!!!"

Reviewed on 12 Apr. 2025

Radisson Blu Resort Temple Bay Mamallapuram
Chariot Beach Resort
Chariot Beach Resort
4 out of 5
Five Rathas Road, Behind Five Rathas Monuments, Tirukalukundram, Tamil Nadu
Stay at this 4-star beach resort in Tirukalukundram. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Popular attractions Five Rathas and Pancha Pandava Rathas ...
7/10 Good! (121 reviews)
"This is my second time stay here, last time it was bad - this time it was worst. I booked it because there was no other hotel that was available in that area. In the night it rained heavily and water was splashing inside the room from through the window. The curtains were broken. The staff were nice ..."

Reviewed on 6 Jan. 2025

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Chariot Beach Resort
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2nd Floor Apt - Meya boutique homes
2nd Floor Apt - Meya boutique homes
Mahabalipuram
Stay at this vacation home in Tirukalukundram. Enjoy free WiFi, cable/satellite TV service, and air conditioning. Popular attractions Tiger Cave and Mamallapuram ...
2nd Floor Apt - Meya boutique homes
Somerset Greenways Chennai
Somerset Greenways Chennai
4.5 out of 5
No. 94 Sathyadev Avenue, MRC Nagar, Raja Annamalai Puram, Chennai, Tamil Nadu
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in Chennai. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Popular attractions Marina Beach and Theosophical Society ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (182 reviews)
"Enjoyed the stay. The associates were so courteous and helpful. Breakfast buffet had lots of options and delicious."

Reviewed on 14 May 2025

Somerset Greenways Chennai
ROCKFORT STAY INN
ROCKFORT STAY INN
4.5 out of 5
Hiranandani Parks Oragadam, Chengalpattu, TN
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in Chengalpattu. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Vallakottai Murugan Temple and ...
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Popular places to visit

Marina Beach showing general coastal views as well as a large group of people

Marina Beach

4/5(11 reviews)

Relaxed walks, pretty sunrises, elaborate entertainment, traditional Indian street food and historical landmarks make this one of Chennai’s liveliest beaches.

Marina Beach
Pondy Bazaar

Pondy Bazaar

You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Pondy Bazaar during your trip to Chennai. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this vibrant area.

Pondy Bazaar
Kapaleeswarar Temple

Kapaleeswarar Temple

4.5/5(6 reviews)

Marvel at the Dravidian architecture of this centuries-old temple, spot intricately carved figurines, watch devotees pray and experience a lively Hindu festival.

Kapaleeswarar Temple
Mamallapuram Beach featuring a beach as well as an individual female

Mamallapuram Beach

4.5/5(7 reviews)

Enjoy the atmosphere of Mahabalipuram's central beach, which is alive with historic temples, stone carving stalls and a thriving backpacker scene.

Mamallapuram Beach

SRM University - Kattankulathur Campus

Explore the campus of SRM University - Kattankulathur Campus during your trip to Potheri. Make some time to visit the monuments while you're in the area.

SRM University - Kattankulathur Campus

Chennai Trade Centre

5/5(1 review)

Learn about the events happening in Chennai Trade Centre during your trip to Chennai. While you're here, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

Chennai Trade Centre

Activities

Chennai Night Walk Tour

Chennai Night Walk Tour ( 2 hours guided walking tour)

AU$26
per adult
Chennai Night Walk Tour ( 2 hours guided walking tour)
Magical Chennai Markets Tour

Chennai: Magical Markets Guided Walking Tour

AU$42
per adult
Chennai: Magical Markets Guided Walking Tour
Mahabalipuram Trip with Archaeologist

UNESCO Listed 7th Century Mahabalipuram Trip

AU$63
per adult
UNESCO Listed 7th Century Mahabalipuram Trip
Taj Mahal, Agra

1-Day Trip to The Taj Mahal and Agra with Both side Commercial Flights

AU$1,082
per adult
1-Day Trip to The Taj Mahal and Agra with Both side Commercial Flights
Silk Route to Kanchipuram: A Cultural & Spiritual Day Trip

Silk Route to Kanchipuram: A Cultural & Spiritual Day Trip

AU$196
per adult
Silk Route to Kanchipuram: A Cultural & Spiritual Day Trip
Chennai Walking Tour

Chennai Walking Tour ( 2 hours guided tour)

AU$21
per adult
Chennai Walking Tour ( 2 hours guided tour)
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