Hotels in Mahabalipuram, India

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Mahabalipuram, Tamil Nadu, India
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Cheapest month:November
Most expensive month:December
Average price in Mahabalipuram:$216/night
Cheapest price found:$9/night
Cheapest day:Saturday
Most expensive day:Tuesday
$25 - $309
Average price per night / 3-star hotel. Prices are not fixed and may vary with time.
$25 - $280
Average price per night / 3-star hotel. Prices are not fixed and may vary with time.

Cheapest hotels in Mahabalipuram, India

Discover affordable stays in Mahabalipuram that provide a quality experience without breaking the bank. Hotels in Mahabalipuram can be found for as low as $57 per night. There is currently one property in Mahabalipuram that can be booked for this price. Hotel Sea Breeze At Mahabalipuram is one of the hotels that can be booked for the lowest price in Mahabalipuram. Price data was last updated on 28 March 2024
These are the lowest prices we've found on hotels in Mahabalipuram at the moment. Prices can differ depending on the dates selected, so use the search form to browse more options if you have flexibility.
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18 Ottawadai Street, Mahabalipuram, India
0.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$57
Avg. per night
108, Kovalam Road, Mahabalipuram, India
2.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
Air conditioning
$103
Avg. per night
East Coast Road, Devangri Village, Mahabalipuram, India
3.5 km from city centre
$135
Avg. per night
Five Rathas Road, Mahabalipuram, India
1.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$136
Avg. per night
Ecr Kovalam Road Mahabalipuram - 603 104 Tamil Nadu India Ecr Kovalam Road Mahabalipuram - 603 104 Tamil Nad, Mahabalipuram, India
0.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$180
Avg. per night
No. 212 East Coast Road, Mahabalipuram, India
13.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$217
Avg. per night
57, Covelong Road, Mahabalipuram, India
0.4 km from city centre
$294
Avg. per night

Hotel prices in Mahabalipuram

Get a sense of the average price and most popular properties to stay in Mahabalipuram to help you budget for your trip accordingly. Hotels that are booked the most in each class receive the “Most popular” badge. Hotels with the “Best value” badge are the most popular hotels in Mahabalipuram at attractive prices. Price data was last updated on 28 March 2024.
We've come across the following hotels in Mahabalipuram with different price and hotel class options. You'll also find the most popular and best value properties within each hotel class.
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108, Kovalam Road, Mahabalipuram, India
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3 stars
East Coast Road, Devangri Village, Mahabalipuram, India

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Other accommodations in Mahabalipuram

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No. 212 East Coast Road, Mahabalipuram, India
13.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$217
Avg. per night
57, Covelong Road, Mahabalipuram, India
0.4 km from city centre
$294
Avg. per night
Five Rathas Road, Mahabalipuram, India
1.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$136
Avg. per night

Where to stay in Mahabalipuram

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About Mahabalipuram

Sandy beaches and rolling waves make Mahabalipuram one of India's top surfing destinations. The laid-back town sits on the Bay of Bengal and was once the beating heart of India's Pallava dynasty, which is showcased in the ancient ruins, intricate carvings and World Heritage-listed temples.

Things to do in Mahabalipuram

Mahabalipuram is one of India's liveliest surf towns, where you can sign up for lessons or rent a board at Mumu Surf School. After working up an appetite, fill up on smoothies, pancake stacks and power bowls at the school's Sandy Bottom Café.

It's hard to resist the buzz of Mahabalipuram's bustling city centre, where you'll find cafes, restaurants and colourful stores selling Indian trinkets. For authentic South Indian fare, head to Mamalla Bhavan, known for its colourful banana-leaf thalis.

Anchored by a trio of granite shrines, the Shore Temple is perched on the Bay of Bengal and was built to host Pallava kings in the 8th century. Gaze up at the soaring towers, admire intricate carvings and wander around the sacred shrines.

Clustered together at the southern tip of Mahabalipuram, the Five Rathas are each dedicated to a Hindu deity. They're an incredible feat of 7th-century architecture, with each temple carved from a single rock. Arjuna’s Penance is another highlight, featuring intricate Hindu carvings inscribed on a pair of enormous boulders.

Getting around Mahabalipuram

Mahabalipuram is easy to get around on foot or bicycle. You'll also find plenty of taxis and auto rickshaws. Chennai International is 50 kilometres south of Mahabalipuram. Buses run to Chennai in around two hours.

Facts about staying in Mahabalipuram

Find useful tips and insights about staying in Mahabalipuram to help you make the most of your experience. FAQs were last updated on 28 March 2024.
  • What are the best hotels in Mahabalipuram?

    Mahabalipuram is home to many highly-rated hotels, one of which is Kaldan Samudhra Palace, which has a current rating of 9.2. For other potential stays, consider Radisson Blu Resort Temple Bay Mamallapuram and Intercontinental Chennai Mahabalipuram Resort, which can also be great places to stay in Mahabalipuram.

  • What is a good hotel near Mamallapuram Beach?

    With a rating of 8.3/10 from 1,304 reviews, Radisson Blu Resort Temple Bay Mamallapuram is a hotel close to Mamallapuram Beach that is highly recommended by HotelsCombined users.

  • What is a good hotel in Mahabalipuram near The Shore Temple?

    Radisson Blu Resort Temple Bay Mamallapuram is rated 8.3 from 1,304 reviews and is close to The Shore Temple.

  • How much do hotels in Mahabalipuram cost?

    Hotels in Mahabalipuram cost an average of $182/night, according to HotelsCombined data in the last 72 hours.

  • How much is a cheap hotel in Mahabalipuram?

    $9/night is the cheapest price found for a hotel in Mahabalipuram by HotelsCombined users over the last 72 hours. This coming weekend (29 Mar to 31 Mar), prices can start from as low as $12/night.

  • How much is a hotel in Mahabalipuram tonight?

    Over the last 3 days, the starting price of a hotel in Mahabalipuram tonight has been as low as $9 and the average price has been as much as $193.

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