10 Bed and Breakfast Inns in Mahabalipuram: Best hotel deals for 2023

May 26, 2023 Etsuko Causey

Just 45 minutes out of the city, the East Coast Road first stops at the historic town of Mahabalipuram. The 7th century erstwhile port city is famous for its rock-cut shore temples. A lone lighthouse on a hill watches over a group of temples below. Mahabalipuram also has some great cafes that serve good sea food. A backpacker’s delight, one can find cheap accommodations and plenty of activities.
Restaurants in Mahabalipuram

1. Siva Guest House

No 2 Othavadai Cross Street, Mahabalipuram 603104 India
Excellent
32%
Good
46%
Satisfactory
14%
Poor
5%
Terrible
3%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 112 reviews

Siva Guest House

We offer free WIFI through out the property, garden view sea view from the hotel,terrace, airport shuttle for surcharge, money changing etc..

Great stay

Reviewed By Sanchari_Chowdhury

I had a great stay at Siva guest house, the service was amazing. The host- Mr. Kolio Kumar uncle is probably the best host I have ever met!! He guided me with the nearest tourist and beach spots, also arranged scooty rental in cheap for me. Had great fun staying in the guest house and knowing Mr. Kumar. Thank you so much.

2. Rajalakshmi Guesthouse

Othavadai Cross Street 5, Mahabalipuram 603104 India
Excellent
63%
Good
29%
Satisfactory
7%
Poor
1%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 137 reviews

Rajalakshmi Guesthouse

Finding an ideal quaint guest house in Mahabalipuram does not have to be difficult. Welcome to Rajalakshmi Guesthouse, a nice option for travelers like you. Rooms at Rajalakshmi Guesthouse provide air conditioning, a desk, and a seating area, and guests can stay connected with free wifi. In addition, while staying at Rajalakshmi Guesthouse guests have access to a 24 hour front desk, 24 hour check-in, and newspaper. You can also enjoy an on-site restaurant. Need a place to park? Free parking is available at Rajalakshmi Guesthouse. Given the close proximity of popular landmarks, such as Sri Sthala Sayanaperumal Temple (0.2 mi) and Ganesh Ratha Temple (0.3 mi), guests of Rajalakshmi Guesthouse can easily experience some of Mahabalipuram's most well known attractions. During your visit, be sure to check out a popular Mahabalipuram crab restaurant such as Moonrakers, which is a short distance from Rajalakshmi Guesthouse. Plus, during your trip, don’t forget to check out some of the popular historic sites, such as Descent Of The Ganges and Krishna Mandapam. Rajalakshmi Guesthouse puts the best of Mahabalipuram at your fingertips, making your stay both relaxing and enjoyable.

Nice location. Cheap Guesthouse.

Reviewed By Jens W

The Rajalaksmi Guesthouse has a great location in the middle of the budget hotel neighborhood. A small street from the back of the hotel goes directly to the beach 100 meters away. The rooms are small and a little worn, but nicely clean. There is a restaurant where they serve good breakfast and a decent lunch and dinner. The staff is friendly and helpful. Not a particularly interesting place, but a reasonable choice if you want a cheap accommodation.

3. Silver Moon Guest House

No 5, Othavadai Street Tamilnadu, Mahabalipuram 603 104 India
Excellent
63%
Good
24%
Satisfactory
8%
Poor
3%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 138 reviews

Silver Moon Guest House

See why so many travelers make Silver Moon Guest House their guest house of choice when visiting Mahabalipuram. Providing an ideal mix of value, comfort and convenience, it offers a charming setting with an array of amenities designed for travelers like you. Close to some of Mahabalipuram's most popular landmarks, such as Sri Sthala Sayanaperumal Temple (0.2 mi) and Ganesh Ratha Temple (0.3 mi), Silver Moon Guest House is a great destination for tourists. Guest rooms offer amenities such as a flat screen TV and air conditioning, and guests can go online with free wifi offered by the guest house. Silver Moon Guest House features a 24 hour front desk, currency exchange, and a coffee shop, to help make your stay more enjoyable. The property also boasts yoga classes and an on-site restaurant. If you are driving to Silver Moon Guest House, street parking is available. While visiting Mahabalipuram, you may want to try some lobster at one of the nearby restaurants, such as Moonrakers. Mahabalipuram is also home to Maritime Heritage Museum, a popular history museum that is not too far from Silver Moon Guest House. At Silver Moon Guest House, your comfort and satisfaction come first, and they look forward to welcoming you to Mahabalipuram.

Worst experience ever

Reviewed By Miraingemann

When we arrived to the guest house, they gave us a room in another guesthouse without telling us. Then I went back to ask them about that and they told me that silver moon was overbooked (and that the did that on purpose) , so we had to stay in their sister guest house. It's not okay to farm out guests without letting them know . I think we got a bigger room, but we wanted to stay at the guest house we booked. The same night around 21.45 when we were in bed, a man knocked very loudly on our door . He continued until vi opened and said that we needed to pay for air-conditioning?! I told him, that he needs to take this with the other guest house, since they were the ones who send us there. And that we will not pay anything extras after being moved. He continued arguing and saying that we have to pay for the AC, since our original booking was a room without AC. Again I told him, that we won't pay anything extras. At the day of check out they again asked us to pay for AC. I already got an email from booking.com saying that we shouldn't pay, since they moved us. So again I told him no. 20 minutes after leaving the guest house, I get an email, saying that we owe them money for AC. This is totally insane and the worst experience ever.

4. Siva Guest House

No 2 Othavadai Cross Street, Mahabalipuram 603104 India
Excellent
32%
Good
46%
Satisfactory
14%
Poor
5%
Terrible
3%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 112 reviews

Siva Guest House

We offer free WIFI through out the property, garden view sea view from the hotel,terrace, airport shuttle for surcharge, money changing etc..

Great stay

Reviewed By Sanchari_Chowdhury

I had a great stay at Siva guest house, the service was amazing. The host- Mr. Kolio Kumar uncle is probably the best host I have ever met!! He guided me with the nearest tourist and beach spots, also arranged scooty rental in cheap for me. Had great fun staying in the guest house and knowing Mr. Kumar. Thank you so much.

5. Vilasam

Number 5 South Mada Street, Mahabalipuram 603104 India
Excellent
50%
Good
38%
Satisfactory
13%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 8 reviews

Vilasam

Vilasam is a budget property, located in center of Mahabalipuram Town and easy access to all the major sightseeing places within 5 min walk. And gives the costumer a value for money package overall.

Very excellent rooms and staff

Reviewed By Hi636

Rooms are very clean and hygiene and the reception girl I don't no her name and very politely talk vegetarian food is good we will visit again to this hotel very excellent place nice staff very friendly staffs

6. Mamalla Bhavan

No. 212, South Madha Street, Mahabalipuram 603104 India
Excellent
38%
Good
25%
Satisfactory
13%
Poor
25%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 16 reviews

Mamalla Bhavan

Welcome to Mamalla Bhavan, your Mahabalipuram “home away from home.” Mamalla Bhavan aims to make your visit as relaxing and enjoyable as possible, which is why so many guests continue to come back year after year. For those interested in checking out popular landmarks while visiting Mahabalipuram, Mamalla Bhavan is located a short distance from Sri Sthala Sayanaperumal Temple (0.1 mi) and Ganesh Ratha Temple (0.1 mi). You’ll enjoy relaxing rooms that offer air conditioning, bringing comfort and convenience to your visit. The small hotel features a 24 hour front desk and baggage storage. Plus, Mamalla Bhavan offers breakfast, providing a pleasant respite from your busy day. For guests with a vehicle, free parking is available. During your visit, be sure to check out a popular Mahabalipuram crab restaurant such as Moonrakers, which is a short distance from Mamalla Bhavan. Should time allow, Sea Shore Temple, Monuments at Mahabalipuram, and Krishna's Butter Ball are some popular attractions that are within walking distance. Mamalla Bhavan puts the best of Mahabalipuram at your fingertips, making your stay both relaxing and enjoyable.

Decent rooms, very good food

Reviewed By happysheepChina

One of the better cheap and cheerful places to eat in the beach, near the bus station, and long established, with good menu and they knw what they are doing. Rooms are OK too beside their restaurant. Gets busy at times.

7. Blue Moon Guest House

189 Fisherman Colony, Mahabalipuram 603014 India
Excellent
84%
Good
15%
Satisfactory
1%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5 based on 131 reviews

Blue Moon Guest House

We provide in Mahabalipuram, TWO new bright ROOMS at 3 MN WALK FROM THE INDIAN OCEAN, in a new house, located in a QUIET area along a PARK. All rooms have one DOUBLE BED, one FAN, one attached BATHROOM with HOT WATER and western toilet. On demand we can add one more SINGLE BED. An electric KETTLE is provided. All furniture are in wood, bamboo and rattan. One Room has AIR CONDITIONING. All have one private BALCONY with sofa, overlooking the park. A MICROWAVE and a WASHING MACHINE are available. You can also enjoy the rooftop TERRACE overlooking the Ocean. Check our web site.

Very pleasant stay, helpful host

Reviewed By 363nolanr

The place is well located, the rooms are comfortable clean and as depicted on the pictures. The host is incredibly nice, we engaged into really interesting conversation with him. Would recommend to anyone!

8. Greenwoods Beach Resort

No.7, Othavadai Cross Street, Mahabalipuram 603104 India
Excellent
31%
Good
40%
Satisfactory
11%
Poor
12%
Terrible
7%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 103 reviews

Greenwoods Beach Resort

This is a Mini Beach Resort located near the beach and mainly for middle range and budget tourists. There are 14 rooms, 4 A/C and 10 Non A/c rooms, 6 of them having straight sea view spacious balcony. The beach is within stone throw distance. We have a homely atmosphere and beautiful green garden, which makes you feel at home. That why its Greenwoods Beach Resort.

Hang loose in the terrace

Reviewed By travel l

This GH is run by three very kind, caring and helpful Indian ladies, and Mani the always smiling young house boy. The GH is very nice with the trees, flowers and Ganesha in the patio. It's quiet, well kept and renovated old rooms, comfy beds, everything is clean and works well (like fan, ac, shower). They have many different rooms in various price range. The location is great, close to the beach and to all restaurants and shops, walking distance to all sites and bus stand. We used their taxi service to go to Chennai airport and it was impeccable, comfy car, on time and professional behavior.

9. Squirrel Nest Guest House

Tsunami nagar 3,3rd cross street fishermen colony, Mahabalipuram 603104 India
Excellent
77%
Good
8%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
8%
Terrible
8%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 13 reviews

Squirrel Nest Guest House

Squirrel Nest Guest House is an excellent choice for travelers visiting Mahabalipuram, offering a budget friendly environment alongside many helpful amenities designed to enhance your stay. While staying at Squirrel Nest Guest House, visitors can check out Sri Sthala Sayanaperumal Temple (0.4 mi) and Mahishasuramardhini Mandapa (0.4 mi), some of Mahabalipuram's top attractions. Free wifi is offered to guests, and rooms at Squirrel Nest Guest House offer a mosquito net. During your stay, take advantage of some of the amenities offered, including a 24 hour front desk. For travelers arriving by car, free parking is available. While you’re here, be sure to check out some of the cafes, including Babu's Cafe, Sandy Bottom Cafe, and WelcomCafe Riva, all of which are a short distance from Squirrel Nest Guest House. If you’re looking for something to do, Sea Shore Temple (0.4 mi), Monuments at Mahabalipuram (0.4 mi), and Krishna's Butter Ball (0.4 mi) are a nice way to spend some time, and they are all within walking distance of Squirrel Nest Guest House. Enjoy your stay in Mahabalipuram!

Warm Nest in this busy town

Reviewed By gjiyap

Made a last minute booking for a night stay. The place loudly carries its warmth, charm, attraction - all around. Mr.Madhavan who runs it - is true professional & humble. Just sit outside the room for hours or hit the beach within 28 steps(am serious !) - only an alarm or hunger can distract you. Otherwise, hours can fly - just doing nothing. Best place - have seen around with no commercial elements. The rooms are compact & suits a family of 3. And is well maintained. To sum it up, this Home, away from Home !

10. Coral Beach Resort

109, Kovalam Road, Mahabalipuram 603104 India
Excellent
100%
Good
0%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5 based on 1 reviews

Coral Beach Resort

Refresh and reboot at Coral Beach resort Mahabalipuram

Reviewed By Basudev D

Awesome experience in all aspects. The location, the look, the texture, the room, the washroom, the swimming pool, the lawn, the seaside restaurant and overall clean in every corner. Enjoyed, refreshed and rebooted with my family. The foods too very tasty but somehow they need to bit fast in housekeeping.

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