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The property is located within 100 metres from beach and 1.7 km of Mahabalipuram Temples, The Sea Shelter Home Stay offers free WiFi throughout the property. All rooms feature a flat-screen TV with cable channels and a private bathroom. The property is situated in the Mahabalipuram Beach district.

The onner behave like friend,the room and the fesility which is available in the room

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9
Wonderful
11 reviews
Price from
$19
per night

Located within 90 metres of Pallava Beach and 1.2 km of Mahabalipuram Beach, Blue Moon Guest House provides rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Mahabalipuram. This beachfront property offers access to a balcony and free WiFi. The guest house has private entrance.

Blue moon Guest house is a little place located nearby the beach. Everything was perfect, the room was quite big and clean, we got a room on the ground floor but you can also have rooms facing the sea.You can have breakfast on the rooftop while enjoying the view.It is close to all the restaurants and to the main shopping road. Also 10 mins walking to the main attractions. Sugan was really welcoming :)

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8.4
Very Good
350 reviews
Price from
$22
per night

Squirrel Nest Guest House is set on the seafront in Mahabalipuram, a few steps from Pallava Beach and 1.2 km from Mahabalipuram Beach. The air-conditioned accommodation is 43 km from Arignar Anna Zoological Park. There is free private parking and the property offers paid airport shuttle service.

Hosts accommodated all our needs. The property itself is beautiful, gardens and colours. We are just a few feet from the beach.

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8.5
Very Good
161 reviews
Price from
$13
per night

Offering garden views, Villa Manikandan Guest House is an accommodation situated in Mahabalipuram, 400 metres from Pallava Beach and 800 metres from Mahabalipuram Beach. This beachfront property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi. The accommodation features a 24-hour front desk, full-day security and currency exchange for guests.

For me it was a pervect place one minute from the beach and a lot of restaurants around the room was nice and clean with a good smel and a super friendly crow works here 🤟🏾😎👍🏾

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8.3
Very Good
26 reviews
Price from
$9
per night

CATCH A WAVE BUDGET STAY, a property with a terrace, is set in Mahabalipuram, less than 1 km from Mahabalipuram Beach, 43 km from Arignar Anna Zoological Park, as well as 20 km from Nithya Kalyana Perumal Temple. The air-conditioned accommodation is 200 metres from Pallava Beach, and guests can benefit from on-site private parking and complimentary WiFi.

I think little rs 200 less for thousand rupees it is more comfortable

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8
Very Good
14 reviews
Price from
$13
per night

Tree shadow Guest house nearby Beach, a property with a terrace, is located in Mahabalipuram, 100 metres from Pallava Beach, 1.1 km from Mahabalipuram Beach, as well as 43 km from Arignar Anna Zoological Park. The guest house features family rooms.

The room was extremely clean, and newly decorated. Everything you need for a comfortable stay is provided, including filtered drinking water, hot shower, WiFi, even a washing machine you can use and space on the roof terrace to hang clothes to dry. The location is a local neighbourhood where you see real Indian Village life on the doorstep, lots of food options closeby, and the beach is less than 5 minutes walking. The owners are super friendly, respond quickly to communication, and go out of their way to help you always with a smile. Thank you so much!

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8.7
Excellent
23 reviews
Price from
$18
per night

Sivakumar Paradise, a property with a garden, is located in Mahabalipuram, 300 metres from Pallava Beach, 700 metres from Mahabalipuram Beach, as well as 43 km from Arignar Anna Zoological Park. This guest house features free private parking and full-day security. The guest house provides garden views, a sun terrace, a 24-hour front desk, and free WiFi is available throughout the property.

Airy clean room in great central location close to cafes. Staff were friendly and welcoming and made us comfortable to stay.

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8.2
Very Good
43 reviews
Price from
$16
per night

Set 300 metres from Pallava Beach, Mirnalini Homestays offers accommodation with a balcony, as well as a garden. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi.

At the homestay, each unit is equipped with a wardrobe. The private bathroom is fitted with a bath. At the homestay, units come with bed linen and towels.

I was on a holiday with my japanese friend and my sister. The homestay was the best to experience local culture and home environment . We were all taken care of by the host and domestic staff. Property has lovely rooms and a terrace. Great garden and close to the UNESCO heritage sites.

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8.6
Excellent
44 reviews
Price from
$16
per night

Situated in Mahabalipuram and only 600 metres from Mahabalipuram Beach, The Mahizh Home features accommodation with sea views, free WiFi and free private parking. With city views, this accommodation offers a balcony. The accommodation provides a 24-hour front desk, a shared kitchen and currency exchange for guests.

The place becomes home right away: spacious, calm, with all you need in very good quality and nicely decorated. The plastic covers of the mattresses mentioned in another review have been removed, the sleep was great. Location: If you want the „hustle and bustle“ of tourists and its industry all around you, this is the wrong place: you will find a quiet family stay to relax and to meet South Indian hospitality at its best - right beside the 5 Pathas temple and a 15 minutes walk away from the bus stop/center. Hospitality and service: discretion and respect as much as you like. If you want to however, you will find an open heart and - no exaggeration - be part of the family right away. We met lots of nice people, played with children, tried delicious food and learned as much about the life of locals as you can if you want to. Whatever you wish, they will try to make ends meet. The only thing you will want after saying goodby is to return the favour somehow.

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8.5
Very Good
42 reviews
Price from
$66
per night

Catch A Wave is a beachfront property situated in Mahabalipuram, a few steps from Pallava Beach and 1 km from Mahabalipuram Beach. This guest house features free private parking and a 24-hour front desk. The guest house has family rooms.

Location ,restaurant and great staff

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8.3
Very Good
65 reviews
Price from
$22
per night

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  • Villa Manikandan Guest House
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 26 reviews

    Villa Manikandan Guest House offers accommodations in Mahabalipuram, a 4-minute walk from Pallava Beach and half a mile from Mahabalipuram Beach.

    Trop top le personnel est adorable et super arrangeant

  • Mirnalini Homestays
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 44 reviews

    Offering a garden, Mirnalini Homestays offers accommodations in Mahabalipuram. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking, and free Wifi.

    Spacious room and beautiful place with budget friendly stay.

  • HANGOUT BEACH STAY
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 59 reviews

    HANGOUT BEACH STAY enjoys a location in Mahabalipuram, a 14-minute walk from Mahabalipuram Beach and 27 miles from Arignar Anna Zoological Park.

    Шикарный вид на океан, засыпали и просыпались под шум волн!

  • Arun Cottages
    7.6
    Scored 7.6
    Good
    Rated good
     · 88 reviews

    Arun Cottages offers accommodations in Mahabalipuram, a few steps from Pallava Beach and a 12-minute walk from Mahabalipuram Beach.

    Chambre propre et spacieuse. Bon rapport qualité prix et bon emplacement.

Great access to the city center! Check these homestays in Mahabalipuram

  • sea waves Rooms
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 3 reviews

    Sea waves Rooms offers accommodations in Mahabalipuram, a few steps from Pallava Beach and a 12-minute walk from Mahabalipuram Beach.

  • The Sea Shelter Home Stay
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 11 reviews

    The property is located within 328 feet from beach and 1.1 mi of Mahabalipuram Temples, The Sea Shelter Home Stay offers free WiFi throughout the property.

    The onner behave like friend,the room and the fesility which is available in the room

  • Tree shadow Guest house nearby Beach
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 23 reviews

    Tree shadow Guest house nearby Beach provides air-conditioned rooms in Mahabalipuram.

    I will recomend this living as one of the best you can find i India.

  • Squirrel Nest Guest House
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 161 reviews

    Squirrel Nest Guest House provides beachfront accommodations in Mahabalipuram. The air-conditioned accommodations are a few steps from Pallava Beach.

    Location of the room is excellent - Direct access to the beach

  • The Mahizh Home
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 42 reviews

    The Mahizh Home is a recently renovated guest house in Mahabalipuram where guests can make the most of the garden and shared lounge.

    Maní, the Site Manager was very friendly and caring.

  • Blue Moon Guest House
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 350 reviews

    Blue Moon Guest House enjoys a location in Mahabalipuram, a few steps from Pallava Beach and a 13-minute walk from Mahabalipuram Beach.

    Fantastic location, helpful staff and lovely accomodation

  • Catch A Wave
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 65 reviews

    Catch A Wave provides beachfront accommodations in Mahabalipuram. This guest house features free private parking and a 24-hour front desk.

    l’emplacement, la taille de la chambre, le manager au top

  • Sivakumar Paradise
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 43 reviews

    Just a 3-minute walk from Pallava Beach and half a mile from Mahabalipuram Beach, Sivakumar Paradise features accommodations in Mahabalipuram, with a garden.

    Close to main tourist attractions, close to the beach

  • CATCH A WAVE BUDGET STAY
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 14 reviews

    CATCH A WAVE BUDGET STAY offers accommodations in Mahabalipuram, a 10-minute walk from Mahabalipuram Beach and 27 miles from Arignar Anna Zoological Park.

    Very friendly staff Location on main street Price ok

  • Siva Guest House
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 471 reviews

    Featuring free WiFi throughout the property, Siva Guest House offers accommodations in Mahabalipuram. The beautiful Mahabalipuram Beach is 0.6 mi from the property.

    Kumar is a great person and help you for everything

  • Ruthran Guest House
    7.6
    Scored 7.6
    Good
    Rated good
     · 238 reviews

    Ruthran Guest House provides beachfront accommodations in Mahabalipuram. This guest house provides free private parking and a 24-hour front desk.

    Arun was too good,kind and humble.. worth staying.

  • Daphne Hotel
    7.5
    Scored 7.5
    Good
    Rated good
     · 663 reviews

    Featuring free WiFi throughout the property, Daphne Hotel offers accommodations in Mahabalipuram, 0.1 mi from the Seashore Temple. Free private parking is available on site.

    Central and quiet. Very nice Staff. We had a wonderful time

  • Vinodhara Guest House
    6.0
    Scored 6.0
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 322 reviews

    Located just a 5 minute walk away from the famous Shiva Temple, Vinodhara Gueshouse offers comfortable accommodations in Mahabalipuram. Free WiFi access is available.

    Atmosfera molto amichevole ottima wi fi Ottima posizione

  • Mamalla Inn, Mahabalipuram, Tamil Nadu
    5.5
    Scored 5.5
    Average
    Rated fair
     · 2 reviews

    Just a 6-minute walk from Mahabalipuram Beach and 700 yards from Pallava Beach, Mamalla Inn, Mahabalipuram, Tamil Nadu features accommodations in Mahabalipuram, with a garden.

  • sri guest house 7010696049
    4.0
    Scored 4.0
    Disappointing
    Rated disappointing
     · 3 reviews

    Just a few steps from Pallava Beach and a 13-minute walk from Mahabalipuram Beach, sri guest house 7010696049 features accommodations in Mahabalipuram, with a garden.

  • Living Edge Home Stay, Mahabalipuram, Tamil Nadu

    Providing a garden, Living Edge Home Stay, Mahabalipuram, Tamil Nadu offers accommodations in Mahabalipuram. This homestay provides free private parking, a 24-hour front desk, and free Wifi.

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Homestays That Guests Love in Mahabalipuram

  • Avg. price/night: $24.14
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 350 reviews
    Nice Homestay in a quiet location. The owner is helpful
    Barry
    Young couple
  • 8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 44 reviews
    A very nice homestay, very reasonably priced, in a road opposite to A2B from where we had our food, all major attractions are nearby..good spacious enough rooms for two, large common living area and balcony and absolutely clean bathrooms and linen. We were a group of four women and we felt it was a safe location.
    shalina
    Travelers with friends
  • 8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 44 reviews
    I was on a holiday with my japanese friend and my sister. The homestay was the best to experience local culture and home environment . We were all taken care of by the host and domestic staff. Property has lovely rooms and a terrace. Great garden and close to the UNESCO heritage sites.
    Cyril
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $42.91
    5.9
    Scored 5.9
    Above average
    Rated okay
     · 20 reviews
    No breakfast was available, it's a homestay. It's peaceful and quiet, but there are no facilities nearby for eating. The caretaker is friendly and helpful.
    Shankar
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $14.75
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 161 reviews
    Nice home stay near the beach. Basic but clean and comfortable. Madhvan, the host is very attentive.
    Ruby
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: $14.75
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 161 reviews
    A colorful nice and calm Homestay.
    Marleen
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $44.21
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 39 reviews
    Great experience and the perfect example for homestay. It was a well maintained property with a fully equipped kitchen and access to backwater in walkable distance. The host Mr Gowtham recommend many places to visit which was a add on. The food provided was very good. Will definitely visit again.
    Mohan
    Travelers with friends
  • Avg. price/night: $24.14
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 350 reviews
    Charles and Sugan were exceptionally good hosts.
    padmanabhan
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $13.14
    7.5
    Scored 7.5
    Good
    Rated good
     · 663 reviews
    Its home stay and very traditional look and the property is very nicely maintained and Manager Parthi and Room boy Mani also very helping nature
    Udupi
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: $24.14
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 350 reviews
    The home stay itself was beautiful❤ They made us feel so comfortable, never felt like a home away from my home. I could stay only for a one day time. I wished if could spend more time there. Completely recommend this place.
    Keerthana
    Family with young children