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Ideal Beach Resort

3.0 star property

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A balcony with a view of the ocean and a grassy area with trees.
A dining area with tables set for a meal, surrounded by a pool and palm trees.
A hotel room with two beds, wooden paneling, and multiple lamps.
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Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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East Coast Road, Devangri Village, Kovalam Road, Tirukalukundram, Tamil Nadu, 603104
  • Place, Tiger Cave
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Shore Temple
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Mamallapuram Beach
    ‪6 min drive‬

Room options

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A hotel room with two beds, a television, a desk with a lamp, and a view of the outdoors.

Deluxe Room

  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A bathroom with two sinks, a bathtub, and a toilet.

Standard Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a small table with chairs, a TV, and a window with curtains.

Sea View Villa

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Mahabalipuram

Located in Mahabalipuram Beach within a 15-minute walk of Tiger Cave, Ideal Beach Resort is within a few miles (5 km) of Sri Sthala Sayanaperumal Temple. This 68-room, 3-star hotel has private in-room pools along with a full-service spa and an outdoor pool.

What's nearby

  • Tiger Cave - 1 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • Shore Temple - 6 min drive - 3.2 miles
  • Mamallapuram Beach - 6 min drive - 3.2 miles
  • Old Mahabalipuram Road - 7 min drive - 4.8 miles
  • ECR Beach - 30 min drive - 23.5 miles

Getting around

  • Chennai Thirumani Station - 30 min drive
  • Chennai International Airport (MAA) - 84 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Water's Edge - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Wharf - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪A2B Veg Resturant - Ananda Bhavan - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Sea Breeze - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Hotel Sri Ananda Bavan - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Ideal Beach Resort

Ideal Beach Resort features a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and a children's pool. Free valet and self parking are available, and there's also an airport shuttle for a fee. The front desk is staffed 24/7 to help with dry cleaning/laundry, luggage storage, and concierge services. Other amenities at this beach hotel include a gym, free WiFi in public areas, and an outdoor tennis court.
Guests can expect 32-inch LCD TVs with cable channels and first-run movies, along with free WiFi and wired Internet. Bathrooms offer free toiletries and bathrobes, and beds sport down comforters. Other standard amenities include private pools, private hot tubs, and furnished balconies.
An outdoor pool and a children's pool are on site. Other recreational amenities include an outdoor tennis court and a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa. Services include facials, body scrubs, body treatments, and manicures and pedicures. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including Ayurvedic and thalassotherapy.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free extended parking on site
  • Free valet parking on site
  • RV/bus/truck parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: INR 1,000 for adults and INR 500 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Beach volleyball
  • Beach yoga
  • Children's pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Playground
  • Tennis lessons
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Private pool
  • Separate bedroom
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business center
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Direct access to the beach
  • Free beach cabanas
  • Free pool cabanas
  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Ayurvedic treatments
  • Body scrubs
  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Massage
  • Thalassotherapy

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Day bed
  • Down comforter
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with premium cable channels
  • First-run movies
  • Private pool
  • Tablet computer

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Free minibar (limited items)

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
This property enforces a strict dress code in the restaurant.
To register at this property, guests who are Indian citizens must provide a valid photo identity card issued by the Government of India; travelers who are not citizens of India must present a valid passport and visa.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets or service animals

Children and extra beds

  • Children 10 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding
  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • Christmas Eve (December 24) Gala Dinner per adult: INR 5500
  • Christmas Eve (December 24) Gala Dinner per child: INR 2750 (from 5 to 9 years old)
  • Christmas Day (December 25) Gala Dinner per adult: INR 5500
  • Christmas Day (December 25) Gala Dinner per child: INR 2750 (from 5 to 9 years old)
  • New Year's Eve (December 31) Gala Dinner per adult: INR 6500
  • New Year's Eve (December 31) Gala Dinner per child: INR 3250 (from 5 to 9 years old)

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately INR 1000 for adults and INR 500 for children

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM—-midnight
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking in and out are easy with express services. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (fees apply). Driving? This property offers free self parking, along with RV, bus, and truck parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Reservations need to be made in advance for massage services and spa treatments. Contact the hotel at the phone number listed on your booking confirmation.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Ideal Beach Mahabalipuram
Ideal Beach Resort
Ideal Beach Resort Mahabalipuram
Ideal Resort
Ideal Beach Hotel Mahabalipuram
Ideal Beach Mamallapuram
Ideal Beach Mamallapuram
Ideal Beach Resort Hotel
Ideal Beach Resort Tirukalukundram
Ideal Beach Resort Hotel Tirukalukundram

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Ideal Beach Resort?

Ideal Beach Resort offers free cancellation on some room rates. To learn more, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What's there to do near Ideal Beach Resort?

This hotel is situated in Mahabalipuram Beach within a short 15-minute walk of Tiger Cave. You'll also find Mamallapuram Beach and Descent Of The Ganges within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Ideal Beach Resort?

Yes, valet, extended, and self parking are free at the hotel. RV/bus/truck parking is also available for guests.

Is there a spa available at Ideal Beach Resort?

There is a full-service spa available for guests to enjoy and services include Ayurvedic treatments, mani/pedis, massages, and body treatments.

Does Ideal Beach Resort feature a casino at the property?

No, Ideal Beach Resort doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Ideal Beach Resort?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Ideal Beach Resort?

There are many amenities for couples at this hotel, including a private pool and a private hot tub in each guestroom, and some feature sea view.

Does Ideal Beach Resort have a hot tub?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Ideal Beach Resort have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Ideal Beach Resort serves continental breakfast each morning for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Does Ideal Beach Resort allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets and service animals aren't allowed at Ideal Beach Resort.

Does Ideal Beach Resort have connecting rooms available?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

How far is the airport from Ideal Beach Resort?

The closest major airport to Ideal Beach Resort is Chennai International Airport (MAA), which is about 23.2 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Ideal Beach Resort?

Yes, every guestroom at Ideal Beach Resort comes with a furnished balcony and some offer sea views.

Does Ideal Beach Resort offer wedding services?

If wedding bells are in your future, take advantage of the wedding venue at Ideal Beach Resort.

Ideal Beach Resort Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 32 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 32 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 32 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 32 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 32 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The private beach is an excellent place to chill. Very good food and service all round. Spacious rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

Benoit

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness

Go for beach n pool... otherwise just about OK

Its OK . The best prt is the beach and the pool. However they close the pool at 6 pm. When asked why? They told.me its Govt. Rules....which i doubt as orhwr pools in TN are open till 7:30/8 pm. It would be lovely to swim after sughtseeing and coming to the hotel...but well! Beach us lovely... food is OK OK. Rooms we stayed in were small ... opening a bag was also uncomfortable. They could keep it cleaner...there were pckets and small plastic waste in front of our toom in the garden. Needs attention..definetly. Loved the beach and pool!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Comfortable and spacious

Thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Ideal Beach Resort! Comfortable and spacious rooms, great service and delicious food during both breakfast and dinner. Mosquitoes are naturally present given the location, so be sure to pack something to deter them. Wifi is not great, so if you need a connection for whatever reason, perhaps plan ahead.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Kindness of staff. The quiet and space around was balm to the weary traveller.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Nice beach resort, short rickshaw ride from temple

We were lucky to get a nice room with view of sea. Our only disappointment was that the restaurant wasn't better located, as it was set back so far from sea & all under cover.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Razi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Extremely attentive staff and fantastic restaurant. We went for the Sri Lanka theme, and enjoyed the live music at dinner as well as the excellent Sri Lankan food at breakfast. Very clean beach. They need to check the plumbing to avoid bathroom odors.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018
Verified

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was very good.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

cecile

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Hôtel calme et reposant.

L hôtel est calme et reposant en bord de mer le personnel très disponible et attentif surtout au restaurant. Les repas sont très bons y compris le buffet du petit déjeuner qui est tres bien. L hôtel est un peu vieillissant mais tellement bien entretenu que cela n est pas gênant. J y retournerai pour un autre séjour bien volontiers.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2018
Verified

8/10 Good

ABHINAV

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Pleasant stay at IBR

The room was spacious and clean. IBR has a private beach which was clean. It also had a nice pool where we enjoyed our time.
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Sehr gepflegtes Hotel in einem großen Palmengarten

Sehr freundliche, besonders hilfsbereite Mitarbeiter, sehr gute Küche leider mit Live Musik, mit der wir gar nichts anfangen konnten. Bestens geeignet, wenn man in Mahabalipuram das UNESCO Weltkulturerbe besichtigen möchte. Der Luxe Zimmer in sehr gutem Zustand. Viel älteres Publikum.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2018
Verified

8/10 Good

lina

Liked: Staff & service

Een beetje vergane glorie.

De kamers zijn nog niks veranderd t.o.v. 10 jaar geleden. Een opknapbeurt zeker voor de badkamer zou geen overbodige luxe zijn. Het bed is prima. Wifi is er ...af en toe. De AC deed het niet. Niemand gezien maar we hebben ons gered met de fan. Het restaurant is prima, heel vriendelijk personeel, goede bediening en een uitgebreide kaart. Jammer dat de diensters exact dezelfde kledij hebben dan hun mannelijke collega's. Hemd en broek voor mannen ! De prijs kwaliteit is voor mij niet meer ok.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lb

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

The perfect place to relax.

Our 3 night stay was lovely. The beach is clean and well serviced by staff. I really enjoyed our first day on the beach, it was picturesque and relaxing. On the second day it was not. There was a large conference at the resort and the beach was packed with loud people who had no concept of personal space. It was really unpleasant, but not much could be done about it other than leaving the beach. Just hope that others get to experience a day like our first, though it is out of guests control. There was some dust on the bedroom furniture, but everything else was great and the bed was amazingly comfortable. The bathroom was spacious and clean. The food was very good and the live music entertainment was enjoyable. The staff were very attentive to our needs. Just ask, and they make it happen.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2018
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Wir waren eine Nacht dort. Das reichte aus. Das Personal war sehr freundlich und hilfsbereit. Allerdings hat uns das Drumherum nicht überzeugt.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2018
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good, comfortable and Safe
Stayed 2 nights in May 2017
Verified

8/10 Good

Chandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

IDEAL derves fantastic service

Location is ideal for family vacation.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

rv

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great Resort.

Stayed there for 3 days. Great location; lovely property. Nice landscaping. The pool is awesome. We had a wonderful experience. Staff were considerate and cheerful, eager to assist. Plan to stay there next year also.
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Great restaurant

Great restaurant and pool. Beach is small but well kept.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Oasis of Tranquility

Located just outside of the town of Mahabalipuram, 3km away and only a short rickshaw ride into town. Hotel and grounds are a haven for relaxation and if you want your moments of true India, the town is just a hop away. Fabulous staff too, they can't do enough for you. Shame we were only there for one night.
Verified

8/10 Good

Aldo

Liked: Staff & service

Atmosfera indiana

Hotel carino con comoda spiaggia privata ,atmosfera calda e personale molto gentile e disponibile...forse andrebbe ristrutturata qualche stanza...ma nel complesso siamo stati molto bene
Verified

8/10 Good

hyeongki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

넓고 조용하고 휴양이 괜찮은 리조트 ( 씨뷰 )

호텔 사이트에 사진은 정말 별거 없어 보였기 때문에 방이 정말 좁은줄 알았다. 우리는 4명이 여행을 해서 침대를 추가해야 할 줄 알았는데 더블 침대가 2개있었고 화장실은 웬만한 가정집 안방 정도였으며 거실이 있었다. 그리고 화장실을 두개였다. 기대하고 가지 않아 정말 만족스러웠다. 단점은 와이파이가 프리가 아니다. 돈을 내야한다. 우리는 원래 첸나이 거주민이었기 때문에 상관없었지만 해외여행객들은 조금 불편할것 같다. 그리고 식당이 딱 한곳. 저녁 부페가 저렴하긴 하나 먹을것이 없다 ㅋㅋㅋ 오히려 조식 더 괜찮다
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kumar M

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

best place to stay and relax

enjoyed it, good peaceful place to stay
Verified

8/10 Good

bathala

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This is 4th time our family visited this hotel. We are very much satisfied about facility and hotel. Food is nice, swimming pool maintenance very good. Price wise a little bit high
Verified

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good hotel, good location

Comfortable, good facilities, good service, nice food, excellent location, reasonable cost
Verified

10/10 Excellent

GUETTE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice hotel close the beach, the staff very kindly

Site relaxed, friendly, the pool is very clean, also very nice.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

one of the best hotels I have stayed in.

Excellent. On the beach. Expedia wants me to write more.