Mahabalipuram Beach Travel Guide

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Shore Temple showing a temple or place of worship and heritage architecture
Shore Temple showing building ruins
Shore Temple featuring a temple or place of worship and heritage architecture
Shore Temple which includes heritage architecture and a temple or place of worship

Popular places to visit

Mamallapuram Beach featuring a beach as well as an individual female

Mamallapuram Beach

4/5(8 reviews)

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Mamallapuram Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Mahabalipuram. While in the area, you can find time to visit its temples.

Mamallapuram Beach
Shore Temple showing heritage architecture and a temple or place of worship

Shore Temple

4.5/5(16 reviews)

Learn about the local history of Mahabalipuram with a stop at Shore Temple. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

Shore Temple
Pancha Pandava Rathas featuring heritage elements

Pancha Pandava Rathas

You can learn about the history of Mahabalipuram with a visit to Pancha Pandava Rathas. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

Pancha Pandava Rathas
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Mahishasuramardini Cave

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Mahishasuramardini Cave during your travels in Mahabalipuram. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

Mahishasuramardini Cave
Marina Beach featuring general coastal views as well as a large group of people

Marina Beach

4/5(44 reviews)

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Marina Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Chennai. Wander the marina in this culturally rich area.

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

Top hotels in 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 2.710.219 ₫ per night from 2 Sept to 3 Sept
2.710.219 ₫
3.198.059 ₫ total
2 Sept - 3 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Tirukalukundram. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a beach locale. Popular attractions Tiger Cave and Mamallapuram Beach ...
8/10 Very Good! (60 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
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 Wi-Fi, 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
Golden Sun Beach Resort

Golden Sun Beach Resort

4 out of 5
No 59 Kovalam Rd, Tirukalukundram, TN
The price is 1.457.496 ₫ per night from 26 Aug to 27 Aug
1.457.496 ₫
1.632.396 ₫ total
26 Aug - 27 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach resort in Tirukalukundram. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Tiger Cave and Mamallapuram ...
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 Jun 2025

Golden Sun Beach Resort
KALOS HOTEL

KALOS HOTEL

3 out of 5
21, Kovalam Salai, Fisherman Colony, Tirukalukundram, Tamil Nadu
The price is 677.555 ₫ per night from 26 Aug to 27 Aug
677.555 ₫
758.862 ₫ total
26 Aug - 27 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Tirukalukundram. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Pancha Pandava Cave and Sri Sthala Sayanaperumal ...
8/10 Very Good! (3 reviews)
"Clean rooms, very courteous staff..."

Reviewed on 21 Jul 2025

KALOS HOTEL
Rajalakshmi Guest House

Rajalakshmi Guest House

3 out of 5
NO 5, OTHAVADAI CROSS STREET, Mahabalipuram, Tirukalukundram, TAMIL NADU
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Tirukalukundram. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Popular attractions Mumu Surf Shop and Mahishasuramardini ...
7/10 Good! (11 reviews)
Good Value, good location, quiet
"Nice location, in centre of town, very near beach, but quiet too. Friendly and good value. Nearby is Joe's Cafe for excellent coffee and hot and cold snacks freshly made. On main street nearby there is great place to get laundry done, very good quality and price. Top Star I think it is called. Also ..."

Reviewed on 9 May 2025

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Rajalakshmi Guest House
Meya Beach Walk Hotel

Meya Beach Walk Hotel

3 out of 5
34, Shore Temple Town, Kings Nagar, East Coast Road, Tirukalukundram, Tamil Nadu
The price is 677.284 ₫ per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
677.284 ₫
758.557 ₫ total
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in Tirukalukundram. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a beach locale. Popular attractions Mamallapuram Beach and Pancha Pandava ...
8/10 Very Good! (20 reviews)
"Good budget hotel close to beach with good free breakfast"

Reviewed on 17 Aug 2025

Meya Beach Walk Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Mahabalipuram Beach

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Kelambakkam

Kelambakkam is well liked for its restaurants. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Tirupporur area, you might plan a trip to Muttukadu Boat House or MGM Dizzee World.

Kelambakkam
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Sholinganallur

Visitors to Sholinganallur enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, AKDR Golf Village is worth a stop.

Sholinganallur
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Tambaram

While there might not be top attractions in Tambaram, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Shirdi Sai Baba Temple and Super Saravana Stores - Chrompet.

Tambaram
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Chromepet

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Chromepet and surrounding area, you can visit Super Saravana Stores - Chrompet and Thirunallar Temple.

Chromepet
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Pallavaram

Visitors to Pallavaram enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Kumaran Kundram is worth a stop.

Pallavaram
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Velachery

Shopping and restaurants are notable features of Velachery. You might consider stopping by Phoenix Market City while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Velachery

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