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3-star hotels in Seven Pagodas
A shortlist of the 3-star hotels in Seven Pagodas, with guest ratings from 3.6 to 4.6 out of 5. It is for travellers who want beach access and the rock-cut monuments of Mahabalipuram within a short ride of their room.
Staying in Seven Pagodas
Seven Pagodas, better known as Mahabalipuram, is a coastal town of ancient rock-cut temples and monuments listed as UNESCO World Heritage Sites, known too for its beaches and stone carving. The Shore Temple, Pancha Rathas, Arjuna's Penance and the Varaha Cave Temple sit close together in the monument complex, and the beach runs alongside them, so most sightseeing is done on foot or by cycle rickshaw.
These 3-star hotels line up along the coast and the roads leading into town. Daphne Hotel on Othavadai Street, Hotel Mahabs and Hotel Mamallaa Heritage on East Raja Street, Sea Breeze Hotel on Othavadai Cross Street and Indeco Mahabalipuram on Shore Temple Road are all within 0.5 km of the centre. Meya Beach Walk Hotel, Bay Inn, Bay Treasure and Chariot Beach Resort sit 1 to 2.1 km out; Ideal Beach Resort, Marutham Village Resort and Landmark Pallavaa Beach Resort are further along, and Shelter Beach Resort is 14.8 km away. Couples and short-break visitors are best served by the near-centre cluster, families by the resorts with pools and playgrounds, and drivers by the many hotels with free car parking.
The shortlist
Ranked by hotel class, then guest rating and number of reviews.
Marutham Village Resort
1B Church Street Kattuthangal Village Vadakadampadi Near Mamallapuram, Seven Pagodas, India
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Kids pool
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
Why stay hereSet in Kattuthangal Village, this resort keeps families busy with an outdoor pool, a kids pool, a playground and a games room, plus archery and badminton for older children. Air conditioning and free Wifi cover the essentials, and a restaurant serves breakfast, lunch and dinner on site. With a 4.6 guest rating from 916 reviews, it is the strongest-rated choice on this list. It sits 5.2 km from the centre, so a car or the car rental service is useful for reaching the monuments.
See Marutham Village ResortMeya Beach Walk Hotel
34 Shore Temple Town, Seven Pagodas, India
Best for: Drivers · Breakfast
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
- Air conditioning
Why stay hereA short 2.1 km from the centre on Shore Temple Town, this hotel suits travellers who want to walk to the sights. Air conditioning, free Wifi and free car parking are provided, and a restaurant serves breakfast, lunch and dinner, with breakfast also available in the room. Bike and car rental services help with longer trips, and horse back riding is on offer. Guests rate it 4.3 out of 5 across 621 reviews.
See Meya Beach Walk HotelIdeal Beach Resort
Tamil Nadu, Seven Pagodas, India
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Outdoor pool
- Spa
- Free car parking
Why stay hereThis resort covers a lot of ground: an outdoor pool, a fitness centre, a massage service and a private beach, with the beach also close by. Air conditioning and free Wifi run throughout, and a restaurant handles lunch, while family rooms, a playground and a garden make it workable for children. With 9860 reviews and a 4.2 guest rating, it is the most reviewed hotel here. It lies 3.4 km from the centre.
See Ideal Beach ResortShelter Beach Resort
Vadanemmeli Near Crocodile Bank, Seven Pagodas, India
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Outdoor pool
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
Why stay hereVadanemmeli, near the Crocodile Bank, puts this resort 14.8 km from the centre, so it suits guests with their own transport or those content to stay put. A private beach and beach nearby, an outdoor pool and a jacuzzi cover the leisure side, while badminton, a games room and a garden keep children occupied. Air conditioning, a restaurant and family rooms round it out. 4246 reviews give it 4.2 out of 5.
See Shelter Beach ResortDaphne Hotel
No 34 Othavadai Street, Seven Pagodas, India
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Breakfast in room
- Pets allowed
Why stay hereOthavadai Street is 0.1 km from the centre, so this hotel puts guests right in the middle of things. A private beach and beach nearby, a garden and a terrace give outdoor space, and a massage is available after a day of walking. Air conditioning, free Wifi and free car parking are standard, and pets are allowed. It holds a 4.2 guest rating from 544 reviews, with family rooms and a kitchen among the practical extras.
See Daphne HotelHotel Mamallaa Heritage
No.104 East Raja Street, Seven Pagodas, India
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Indoor pool
- Free car parking
- Air conditioning
Why stay hereEast Raja Street, 0.3 km from the centre, makes this a convenient base for exploring on foot. Guests get air conditioning, free Wifi and free car parking, plus an indoor pool and a swimming pool on site. A restaurant serves lunch and a business centre is available, alongside a garden and terrace. Rated 4.1 out of 5 from 1985 reviews, it suits both leisure visitors and those mixing in some work.
See Hotel Mamallaa HeritageBay Inn
70 2 Salavan Kuppam Ecr, Seven Pagodas, India
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Kids pool
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
Why stay hereOn East Coast Road, 1 km from the centre, this hotel pairs an outdoor pool and a kids pool with a restaurant and bar. Breakfast can be taken in the room for a slower start. Air conditioning, free Wifi and free car parking are provided, and lifts make upper floors easy to reach. It suits families and couples wanting a straightforward stay, with a 4.1 guest rating from 341 reviews and a beach nearby.
See Bay InnChariot Beach Resort
Five Rathas Road Behind Five Rathas Monuments Tirukalukundram Tamil Nadu 603104, Seven Pagodas, India
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Kids pool
- Spa
- Car parking
Why stay hereBehind the Five Rathas monuments, 1.6 km from the centre, this resort is built for active stays: tennis, basketball and volleyball courts, a golf course and a spa, plus a private beach and an outdoor pool with a pool bar. A restaurant, a ballroom and meeting rooms cover dining and events. Free Wifi and free car parking are included. 7999 reviews give it 4.0 out of 5.
See Chariot Beach ResortBay Treasure
70 East Coast Road1, Seven Pagodas, India
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Indoor pool
- Free car parking
- Pool bar
Why stay hereEast Coast Road, 1 km from the centre, positions this hotel close to the sights. A swimming pool, an indoor pool and a kids pool cater to families, with a tennis court and entertainment activities on site, and a restaurant and pool bar for meals and drinks. Free Wifi, free car parking and family rooms are provided. Guests rate it 4.0 out of 5 across 630 reviews.
See Bay TreasureMamalla Beach Resort
108 Kovalam Road, Seven Pagodas, India
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Kids pool
- Car parking
- Breakfast
Why stay hereOn Kovalam Road, 2.3 km from the centre, this resort focuses on the sea and pool: a private beach, an outdoor pool and a kids pool, with a restaurant serving breakfast and a buffet. Free Wifi and free car parking are available, and a ballroom and banquet facilities handle larger gatherings. With 4759 reviews and a 3.9 guest rating, it works well for families and groups.
See Mamalla Beach ResortSea Breeze Hotel
18 Othavadai Cross Street Kanchipuram District Fisherman Colony Mahabalipuram Tamil Nadu 603110 India, Seven Pagodas, India
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Outdoor pool
- Car parking
- Wheelchair accessible
Why stay hereThis hotel on Othavadai Cross Street is 0.3 km from the centre, so the monuments are within easy reach. An outdoor pool and garden offer somewhere to unwind, with a restaurant and bar on site. Free Wifi and free car parking are provided, plus laundry service and a shuttle service. It is wheelchair accessible. Rated 3.9 out of 5 from 2188 reviews, it suits guests who want a central, uncomplicated base.
See Sea Breeze HotelLandmark Pallavaa Beach Resort
69A Krishnan Karanai Village, Seven Pagodas, India
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Kids pool
- Free car parking
- Lounge
Why stay hereIn Krishnan Karanai Village, 9.1 km from the centre, this resort suits guests who prefer space over proximity. An outdoor pool and kids pool, a playground and a volleyball court give families plenty to do, with a garden and lounge to relax in. A restaurant, meeting room and wedding services cover events, and free car parking and free Wifi are included. 2081 reviews give it a 3.9 guest rating, and it is wheelchair accessible.
See Landmark Pallavaa Beach ResortHotel Mahabs
No 68 East Raja Street Mamallapuram, Seven Pagodas, India
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Kids pool
- Spa
- Free car parking
Why stay hereEast Raja Street, 0.4 km from the centre, keeps this hotel close to the sights. An outdoor pool, a kids pool and a spa with massage cover relaxation, while karaoke and a pool bar handle the evenings. A restaurant serves meals and free Wifi and free car parking are provided. Family rooms and pets allowed widen the options. It holds a 3.9 guest rating from 1377 reviews.
See Hotel MahabsNirvana Boutique Hotel
Plot No 28 29 Gkm Street Mahabalipuram, Seven Pagodas, India
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Indoor pool
- Free car parking
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereGkm Street, 1.3 km from the centre, makes this a small-scale option for guests who want fewer facilities and a quieter setting. Both an indoor and an outdoor pool are available, along with a garden and a restaurant. Free Wifi, free car parking and free newspapers are included, and luggage storage is offered. Rated 3.9 out of 5 from 1024 reviews, it fits travellers after a compact, straightforward stay.
See Nirvana Boutique HotelIndeco Mahabalipuram
Shore Temple Road Mahabalipuram, Seven Pagodas, India
Best for: Pool and spa
- Outdoor pool
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereShore Temple Road places this hotel 0.5 km from the centre, so guests can reach the monuments and the shore on foot. An outdoor pool and a restaurant are on site, and free Wifi is available throughout. It is the smallest listing of the group, without the extra leisure facilities some others offer, which suits guests who plan to spend their time out exploring. From 532 reviews it holds a 3.6 guest rating.
See Indeco Mahabalipuram
The shortlist side by side
| Hotel | Class | Guest rating | Reviews | Parking | Breakfast | Pool or spa | Pets | To the centre |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marutham Village Resort | ★★★ | 4.6 | 916 | Yes | Yes | Yes | – | 5.2 km |
| Meya Beach Walk Hotel | ★★★ | 4.3 | 621 | Yes | Yes | – | – | 2.1 km |
| Ideal Beach Resort | ★★★ | 4.2 | 9,860 | Yes | Yes | Yes | – | 3.4 km |
| Shelter Beach Resort | ★★★ | 4.2 | 4,246 | Yes | Yes | Yes | – | 14.8 km |
| Daphne Hotel | ★★★ | 4.2 | 544 | Yes | Yes | – | Yes | 0.1 km |
| Hotel Mamallaa Heritage | ★★★ | 4.1 | 1,985 | Yes | – | Yes | – | 0.3 km |
| Bay Inn | ★★★ | 4.1 | 341 | Yes | Yes | Yes | – | 1.0 km |
| Chariot Beach Resort | ★★★ | 4.0 | 7,999 | Yes | – | Yes | – | 1.6 km |
| Bay Treasure | ★★★ | 4.0 | 630 | Yes | – | Yes | – | 1.0 km |
| Mamalla Beach Resort | ★★★ | 3.9 | 4,759 | Yes | Yes | Yes | – | 2.3 km |
| Sea Breeze Hotel | ★★★ | 3.9 | 2,188 | Yes | – | Yes | – | 0.3 km |
| Landmark Pallavaa Beach Resort | ★★★ | 3.9 | 2,081 | Yes | – | Yes | – | 9.1 km |
| Hotel Mahabs | ★★★ | 3.9 | 1,377 | Yes | – | Yes | Yes | 0.4 km |
| Nirvana Boutique Hotel | ★★★ | 3.9 | 1,024 | Yes | – | Yes | – | 1.3 km |
| Indeco Mahabalipuram | ★★★ | 3.6 | 532 | – | – | Yes | – | 0.5 km |
From each hotel's own listing on this site; a dash means it is not listed.
How to choose
For families
Ideal Beach Resort, Hotel Mahabs, Bay Treasure and Landmark Pallavaa Beach Resort each list a kids pool, and all four have family rooms or a playground. Ideal Beach Resort adds a private beach, a fitness centre and massage; Hotel Mahabs has a spa and karaoke; Landmark Pallavaa has a volleyball court; Bay Treasure has a tennis court.
Ideal Beach Resort · Hotel Mahabs · Bay Treasure · Landmark Pallavaa Beach Resort
Closest to the centre
Daphne Hotel is 0.1 km from the centre, Hotel Mamallaa Heritage 0.3 km, Sea Breeze Hotel 0.3 km and Hotel Mahabs 0.4 km. All four sit within the monument and Shore Temple area, so the temples, the beach and the stone-carving workshops are reachable on foot rather than by vehicle.
Daphne Hotel · Hotel Mamallaa Heritage · Sea Breeze Hotel · Hotel Mahabs
Pets allowed
Only two hotels on this shortlist state that pets are allowed: Daphne Hotel and Hotel Mahabs. Both are in the near-centre cluster, rated 4.2 and 3.9 out of 5, and both include a garden and free car parking. Daphne Hotel has a private beach; Hotel Mahabs has a pool, spa and restaurant.
Top-rated by guests
Marutham Village Resort scores 4.6 out of 5 from 916 reviews, the highest here, with an outdoor pool, archery, badminton and a playground. Meya Beach Walk Hotel follows at 4.3 from 621 reviews, and Ideal Beach Resort at 4.2 from 9,860 reviews, the largest review count on the list.
Marutham Village Resort · Meya Beach Walk Hotel · Ideal Beach Resort
Plan your stay
Getting there and around
Mahabalipuram is about 60 kilometres south of Chennai, the nearest major city and international gateway. The drive from Chennai via the East Coast Road takes around 1.5 to 2 hours, and buses and taxis are readily available from the city. The nearest railway station is in Chengalpattu, about 30 kilometres away, with connections to Chennai and other cities. Within Mahabalipuram, most attractions are clustered together and can be explored on foot or by cycle rickshaw, while local buses and auto-rickshaws cover longer distances. The hotels here include many with free car parking and some with shuttle service.
When to go
The best time to visit Mahabalipuram is from November to February, when the weather is cool and dry and temperatures are pleasant for sightseeing. The annual dance festival is typically held in December or January and attracts cultural enthusiasts. The summer months from March to May are hot and humid. The monsoon season from June to September brings rain and rough seas, which matters if the beach and the private beaches of Ideal Beach Resort and Mamalla Beach Resort are part of the plan.
Questions, answered
Which hotels here allow pets?
Daphne Hotel and Hotel Mahabs are the only ones on this shortlist that state pets are allowed. Daphne Hotel is 0.1 km from the centre, rated 4.2 out of 5, and has a garden and a private beach. Hotel Mahabs is 0.4 km from the centre, rated 3.9 out of 5, with a pool and spa.
Which of these hotels is closest to the centre?
Daphne Hotel is 0.1 km from the centre, the shortest distance on the list. Sea Breeze Hotel and Hotel Mamallaa Heritage are both 0.3 km away, and Hotel Mahabs is 0.4 km away. All four sit in the Temple Town area near the monuments.
Do the hotels have parking?
Most do. Free car parking is listed by Marutham Village Resort, Meya Beach Walk Hotel, Ideal Beach Resort, Shelter Beach Resort, Daphne Hotel, Hotel Mamallaa Heritage, Bay Inn, Chariot Beach Resort, Bay Treasure, Mamalla Beach Resort, Sea Breeze Hotel, Landmark Pallavaa Beach Resort, Hotel Mahabs, Nirvana Boutique Hotel and Indeco Mahabalipuram.
Which hotels have a pool?
Outdoor pools are listed by Marutham Village Resort, Ideal Beach Resort, Bay Inn, Chariot Beach Resort, Mamalla Beach Resort, Sea Breeze Hotel, Landmark Pallavaa Beach Resort, Hotel Mahabs, Nirvana Boutique Hotel and Indeco Mahabalipuram. Hotel Mamallaa Heritage and Bay Treasure list an indoor pool, and Bay Treasure also has a pool bar.
Which hotels suit families best?
Ideal Beach Resort, Hotel Mahabs, Bay Treasure and Landmark Pallavaa Beach Resort have a kids pool, useful for younger children, and all four offer family rooms or a playground. Ideal Beach Resort also has a private beach, while Hotel Mahabs adds a spa and karaoke and Landmark Pallavaa a volleyball court.
Which hotel has the best guest rating?
Marutham Village Resort scores 4.6 out of 5 from 916 reviews, the highest on this shortlist. Meya Beach Walk Hotel is next at 4.3 from 621 reviews, then Ideal Beach Resort at 4.2 from 9,860 reviews, the largest number of reviews of any hotel listed here.
Are there hotels with a spa or massage?
Hotel Mahabs lists both a spa and massage, and Daphne Hotel lists massage, so these are the two to book if a spa treatment matters. For sport instead, Marutham Village Resort offers archery and badminton, and Chariot Beach Resort has tennis and volleyball courts.