Mahabalipuram Beach

Chennai

Built in the 7th century during reign of Pallava dynasty, Shore Temple is a majestic sight that will leave you in complete awe
Built in the 7th century during reign of Pallava dynasty, Shore Temple is a majestic sight that will leave you in complete awe
A sight to behold! The shore temple of mahabalipuram, overlooking the shore since the 8th century!



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The Shore Temple at Mahabalipuram, India. It was built with blocks of granite, dating from the 8th century AD. At the time of its creation, the village was a busy port during the reign of Narasimhavarman II of the Pallava dynasty. As one of the Group of Monuments at Mahabalipuram, it has been classified as a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1984 and it is one of the oldest structural stone temples of South India.
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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 AED 449 per night from Mar 2 to Mar 3
AED 449
AED 530 total
2 Mar - 3 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Tirukalukundram. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Popular attractions Tiger Cave and Mamallapuram Beach ...
8/10 Very Good! (64 reviews)
Excellent team Great place to stay Beautiful property with green Luz, beach lawn and clean beach.

Reviewed on 8 November 2025

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

Chariot Beach Resort

4 out of 5
Five Rathas Road Tirukalukundram Tamil Nadu
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! (122 reviews)
The swimming pool was a building site and the whole place needed an upgrade

Reviewed on 22 November 2025

Chariot Beach Resort
KALOS HOTEL

KALOS HOTEL

3 out of 5
21, Kovalam Salai, Fisherman Colony Tirukalukundram Tamil Nadu
The price is AED 60 per night from Feb 3 to Feb 4
AED 60
AED 63 total
3 Feb - 4 Feb
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 ...
7.4/10 Good! (9 reviews)
Over all good experience. They provide breakfast as complement it was amazing.

Reviewed on 12 December 2025

KALOS HOTEL
Rajalakshmi Guest House

Rajalakshmi Guest House

3 out of 5
NO 5, OTHAVADAI CROSS STREET Tirukalukundram TAMIL NADU
Stay at this hotel in Tirukalukundram. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Popular attractions Mumu Surf Shop and Mahishasuramardini ...
6.6/10 (12 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

Rajalakshmi Guest House
Mamalla Beach Resort

Mamalla Beach Resort

3 out of 5
108, Kovalam Road Tirukalukundram Tamil Nadu
The price is AED 132 per night from Feb 23 to Feb 24
AED 132
AED 170 total
23 Feb - 24 Feb
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 ...
6.8/10 (44 reviews)
Firstly the staff were fantastic - from the check-in where the girls were so welcoming and friendly (and this continued throughout my stay) through to all the others - cleaners, dining-room, .... they just made the place very special. My room was great - a good size with verandah and views out towards ...

Reviewed on 24 January 2026

Mamalla Beach Resort
Meya Beach Walk Hotel

Meya Beach Walk Hotel

3 out of 5
34, Shore Temple Town Tirukalukundram Tamil Nadu
The price is AED 61 per night from Feb 24 to Feb 25
AED 61
AED 64 total
24 Feb - 25 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Tirukalukundram. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Popular attractions Mamallapuram Beach and Pancha Pandava ...
7.8/10 Good! (21 reviews)
Good budget hotel close to beach with good free breakfast

Reviewed on 17 August 2025

Meya Beach Walk Hotel
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Pallavaram

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