Mahabalipuram Beach

Chennai

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.

Stay near popular Mahabalipuram Beach attractions

A sandstone temple complex with intricate carvings and domed structures.

Mamallapuram Beach

8.4/10 (49 reviews)
Enjoy the atmosphere of Mahabalipuram's central beach, which is alive with historic temples, stone carving stalls and a thriving backpacker scene.
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Things to do

Day Trip to Mahabalipuram

Day Trip to Mahabalipuram (Curated Private Sightseeing Experience)

P7,649
per traveler
Day Trip to Mahabalipuram (Curated Private Sightseeing Experience)
Mahabalipuram: Tuk-Tuk Tour with Hotel Pickup

Mahabalipuram: Tuk-Tuk Tour with Hotel Pickup

P573
per adult
Mahabalipuram: Tuk-Tuk Tour with Hotel Pickup
Heritage Tour to Mahabalipuram

Heritage Tour to Mahabalipuram

P4,462
per adult
Heritage Tour to Mahabalipuram
Mahabalipuram walking tour by certified travel company

Mahabalipuram walking tour by certified travel company

P3,463
per adult
Mahabalipuram walking tour by certified travel company
Mahabalipuram Private tour from Chennai by car with guide and lunch by Wonder

Mahabalipuram Private tour from Chennai by car with guide and lunch by Wonder

P8,444
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Mahabalipuram Private tour from Chennai by car with guide and lunch by Wonder
Day Trip to Mahabalipuram

Day Trip to Mahabalipuram (Curated Private Sightseeing Experience)

P10,339
per traveler
Day Trip to Mahabalipuram (Curated Private Sightseeing Experience)
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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 P5,914 per night from Sep 13 to Sep 14
P5,914
P6,979 total
Sep 13 - Sep 14
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Tirukalukundram. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Tiger Cave and Mamallapuram Beach ...
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 P5,944 per night from Sep 10 to Sep 11
P5,944
P7,014 total
Sep 10 - Sep 11
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach resort in Tirukalukundram. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Popular attractions Five Rathas and Pancha Pandava Rathas ...
7/10 Good! (126 reviews)
"Nice location, maintained & polite staff! All good for this property! ...and good food too!!"

Reviewed on Aug 28, 2026

Chariot Beach Resort
Mamalla Beach Resort

Mamalla Beach Resort

3 out of 5
108, Kovalam Road Tirukalukundram Tamil Nadu
The price is P2,850 per night from Sep 14 to Sep 15
P2,850
P3,483 total
Sep 14 - Sep 15
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
Sea Breeze Beach Resort

Sea Breeze Beach Resort

3 out of 5
Oothavadai Cross Street Mahabalipuram Tamil Nadu
The price is P3,327 per night from Sep 4 to Sep 5
P3,327
P3,493 total
Sep 4 - Sep 5
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this resort in Tirukalukundram. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 24-hour room service. Popular attractions Mumu Surf Shop and Mahishasuramardini Cave ...
Sea Breeze Beach Resort
KALOS HOTEL

KALOS HOTEL

3 out of 5
21, Kovalam Salai, Fisherman Colony Tirukalukundram Tamil Nadu
The price is P814 per night from Sep 10 to Sep 11
P814
P855 total
Sep 10 - Sep 11
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Tirukalukundram. Enjoy free WiFi, 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 Jul 14, 2026

KALOS HOTEL
Golden Sun Beach Resort

Golden Sun Beach Resort

4 out of 5
No 59 Kovalam Rd Tirukalukundram TN
The price is P3,385 per night from Sep 8 to Sep 9
P3,385
P3,554 total
Sep 8 - Sep 9
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this 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 Jun 12, 2025

Golden Sun Beach Resort
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Where to stay in Mahabalipuram Beach

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A temple with intricate architecture and a signboard.

T Nagar

T Nagar is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Pondy Bazaar and Thirumalai Thirupathi Devasthanam Temple while you're in town.

A herd of deer with antlers in a grassy field.

Guindy

Noted for its shopping and spas, there's plenty to explore in Guindy. Top attractions like Phoenix Market City and Guindy Race Course are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Little Mount Station or Ekkattuthangal Station to see more of the city.

A historical building with a dome and columns, viewed through a circular frame.
Photo by Mike Belson
Open Photo by Mike Belson

Nungambakkam

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

A monument with two large white arches, a golden statue, and a plaque in a park with trees and buildings in the background.

Central Chennai

The churches and monuments are just a few things visitors like about Central Chennai. Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium and Fort St. George are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Nehru Park Station or Pachaiyappa's College Station to get around the larger area.

A temple with a multi-tiered, ornate structure and numerous statues.

Mylapore

Mylapore is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Chennai Citi Center Mall or Inox Theatre.

Mahabalipuram Beach