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 ¥23,661 per night from Feb 1 to Feb 2
¥23,661
¥27,920 total
Feb 1 - Feb 2
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 Nov 8, 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 Nov 22, 2025

Chariot Beach Resort
Mamalla Beach Resort

Mamalla Beach Resort

3 out of 5
108, Kovalam Road Tirukalukundram Tamil Nadu
The price is ¥3,781 per night from Feb 2 to Feb 3
¥3,781
¥5,312 total
Feb 2 - Feb 3
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 ...
6.6/10 (43 reviews)
Very good options to select. Served hot and fresh

Reviewed on Dec 31, 2025

Mamalla Beach Resort
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 May 9, 2025

Rajalakshmi Guest House
Golden Sun Beach Resort

Golden Sun Beach Resort

4 out of 5
No 59 Kovalam Rd Tirukalukundram TN
The price is ¥10,026 per night from Jan 27 to Jan 28
¥10,026
¥10,527 total
Jan 27 - Jan 28
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
KALOS HOTEL

KALOS HOTEL

3 out of 5
21, Kovalam Salai, Fisherman Colony Tirukalukundram Tamil Nadu
The price is ¥2,556 per night from Jan 22 to Jan 23
¥2,556
¥2,690 total
Jan 22 - Jan 23
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! (8 reviews)
Over all good experience. They provide breakfast as complement it was amazing.

Reviewed on Dec 12, 2025

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