On Mahabalipuram Beach, Ideal Beach Resort offers a warm welcome with a white sand beach, free beach cabanas, and sun loungers. Unwind at the onsite spa or stay active with gym sessions and activities like yoga on the beach.
East Coast Road, Devangri Village, Kovalam Road, Tirukalukundram, Tamil Nadu, 603104
What's nearby
Tiger Cave - 15 min walk
Descent Of The Ganges - 5 min drive
Shore Temple - 5 min drive
Mamallapuram Beach - 8 min drive
Old Mahabalipuram Road - 10 min drive
Getting around
Chennai International Airport (MAA) - 84 min drive
Chennai Thirumani Station - 30 min drive
Chennai Otthivakkam Station - 30 min drive
Chennai Chengalpattu Station - 31 min drive
Airport shuttle (surcharge)
Restaurants
A2B Veg Resturant - Ananda Bhavan - 4 min drive
Waters Edge Cafe - 5 min drive
The Wharf - 5 min drive
Motel Mamalla - 7 min drive
Bay Treasure Resort - 4 min drive
About this property
Ideal Beach Resort
At Ideal Beach Resort, you can spend time at the beach enjoying free cabanas, beach umbrellas, and yoga, plus you'll have access to onsite beach volleyball. The outdoor pool provides a splash of fun, while guests in the mood for pampering can visit the spa to indulge in massages, facials, and body scrubs. The coffee shop/cafe is a great spot for a bite to eat and cold drinks are served at the bar/lounge. Other highlights include a fitness center, an outdoor tennis court, and a children's pool.
Languages
English, Hindi
At a glance
Hotel size
68 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Express check-in/out available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is noon
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
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.
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Children
Children (10 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding
Continental breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–10:00 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Coffee shop
Coffee/tea in a common area
Barbecue grills
24-hour room service
Snack bar/deli
Traveling with children
Children stay free (see details)
Children's pool
Playground
What to do
Tennis lessons
Beach yoga
Beach volleyball
Beach access
Discount at nearby fitness center
Working away
Business center
Meeting room
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Hair salon
Free newspapers in lobby
Luggage storage
Wedding services
Free beach cabanas
Free pool cabanas
Beach sun loungers
Beach towels
Beach umbrellas
Pool loungers
Facilities
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Terrace
Television in common areas
Fitness center
An outdoor pool
Full-service spa
Outdoor tennis court
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible
Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible pool
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Grab bar near toilet
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Well-lit path to entrance
Room amenities
Be entertained
Tablet computer
32-inch LCD TV
Premium cable channels
First-run movies
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Stocked minibar (select free items)
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Bathrobes and slippers
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Down comforter
Soundproofed rooms
Turndown service
Free crib/infant bed
Day bed
Bed sheets provided
What to enjoy
Private pool
Private hot tub
Furnished balcony
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer (on request)
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free newspapers
Free WiFi and wired internet
Phone
Food and drink
Free bottled water
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Special features
Spa
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.
Fees & policies
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
Christmas Eve (24 December) Gala Dinner per adult: INR 5500
Christmas Eve (24 December) Gala Dinner per child: INR 2750 (from 5 to 9 years old)
Christmas Day (25 December) Gala Dinner per adult: INR 5500
Christmas Day (25 December) Gala Dinner per child: INR 2750 (from 5 to 9 years old)
New Year's Eve (31 December) Gala Dinner per adult: INR 6500
New Year's Eve (31 December) Gala Dinner per child: INR 3250 (from 5 to 9 years old)
Optional extras
Dial-up internet access is available in guestrooms for an extra charge
Continental breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately INR 1000 for adults and INR 500 for children
Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Please note that the hotel policy is that nylon swimwear must be worn in the swimming pool. Any other clothing, including pants, t-shirts, and long dresses, are not allowed.
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
Does Ideal Beach Resort offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Ideal Beach Resort does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Ideal Beach Resort?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool and a children's pool.
Are pets allowed at Ideal Beach Resort?
Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Ideal Beach Resort?
Yes, there's free self, valet, and extended parking. RV/bus/truck parking is available.
Is airport shuttle service offered by Ideal Beach Resort?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Ideal Beach Resort?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is noon. Express check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Ideal Beach Resort and nearby?
Have fun with onsite activities like volleyball and beach yoga, and practice your swing on the tennis courts. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool. Ideal Beach Resort also has private pools and a fitness center, as well as a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Ideal Beach Resort?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.
Does Ideal Beach Resort have rooms with private hot tubs?
Yes, each room has a private hot tub.
Does Ideal Beach Resort have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, every room features a private pool and a furnished balcony.
What's the area around Ideal Beach Resort like?
Ideal Beach Resort is in Mahabalipuram Beach, a short 15-minute walk from Tiger Cave.
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Ideal Beach Resort Reviews
Reviews
8,4
Very good
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8,2/10
Cleanliness
8,8/10
Staff & service
10/10
Amenities
8,0/10
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
29 February 2020
The private beach is an excellent place to chill.
Very good food and service all round. Spacious rooms.
Verified traveller
2-night trip
8/10 Very good
12 February 2020
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!
Benoit
Benoit, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
09 December 2019
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.
Patrick
Patrick, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
20 March 2019
Kindness of staff. The quiet and space around was balm to the weary traveller.
Verified traveller
3-night trip
8/10 Very good
07 January 2019
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.
Verified traveller
1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
04 November 2018
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.
Razi
Razi, 1-night trip
4/10 Fair
08 August 2018
It was very good.
Verified traveller
2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
27 July 2018
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.
cecile
cecile, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
27 March 2018
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.
ABHINAV
8/10 Very good
04 February 2018
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.
Verified traveller
3-night trip
8/10 Very good
27 January 2018
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.
lina
lina, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
24 January 2018
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.
Lb
Lb, 3-night trip
6/10 Good
07 January 2018
Wir waren eine Nacht dort. Das reichte aus.
Das Personal war sehr freundlich und hilfsbereit.
Allerdings hat uns das Drumherum nicht überzeugt.
Verified traveller
1-night trip
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
8/10 Very good
04 June 2017
Good, comfortable and Safe
Verified traveller
2-night trip
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
8/10 Very good
01 May 2017
IDEAL derves fantastic service
Location is ideal for family vacation.
Chandra
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Exceptional
06 April 2017
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.
rv
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
6/10 Good
05 March 2017
Great restaurant
Great restaurant and pool. Beach is small but well kept.
Verified traveller
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Exceptional
05 March 2017
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.
Andrew
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
8/10 Very good
18 January 2017
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
Aldo
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
8/10 Very good
06 January 2017
Verified traveller
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
8/10 Very good
22 November 2016
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
hyeongki
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Exceptional
24 October 2016
best place to stay and relax
enjoyed it, good peaceful place to stay
Kumar M
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
8/10 Very good
24 May 2016
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
bathala
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
8/10 Very good
06 August 2015
Hazel
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
8/10 Very good
24 July 2015
Good hotel, good location
Comfortable, good facilities, good service, nice food, excellent location, reasonable cost