Title: Ideal Beach Resort Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Ideal Beach Resort Family beach fun and outdoor pool ![Property entrance](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5620000/5617500/5617445/d8776988.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Outdoor pool, free pool cabanas, pool loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5620000/5617500/5617445/2e0f3a98.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Restaurant](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5620000/5617500/5617445/8dc84bf1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Standard Room | 1 bedroom, down duvets, free minibar items, in-room safe](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5620000/5617500/5617445/w416h276x4y4-ad42f659.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor pool, free pool cabanas, pool loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5620000/5617500/5617445/w684h454x4y5-8b4e4ebf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Ideal Beach Resort on Mahabalipuram Beach offers white sand, complimentary beach cabanas, sun loungers, an onsite spa, and a gym. The beachfront setting is perfect for yoga practice. 8.4 Very good ## Popular amenities - Bar - Pool - Spa - Breakfast available - Room service - Gym ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Oct 5 - Oct 6](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-05&endDate=2025-10-06&selected=5617445&PinnedHotelID=5617445&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-05&endDate=2025-10-06&selected=5617445&PinnedHotelID=5617445&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Oct 6 - Oct 7](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-06&endDate=2025-10-07&selected=5617445&PinnedHotelID=5617445&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-06&endDate=2025-10-07&selected=5617445&PinnedHotelID=5617445&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Oct 10 - Oct 12](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-10&endDate=2025-10-12&selected=5617445&PinnedHotelID=5617445&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-10&endDate=2025-10-12&selected=5617445&PinnedHotelID=5617445&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Oct 17 - Oct 19](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=5617445&PinnedHotelID=5617445&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=5617445&PinnedHotelID=5617445&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds Showing 3 of 3 rooms ![Deluxe Room | 1 bedroom, down duvets, free minibar items, in-room safe](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5620000/5617500/5617445/7149d4cb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Room ### Highlights Furnished balcony Soundproofed Private pool Private hot tub Air conditioning Free cots/infant beds Minibar (some free items) LCD TV - Sea view - Sleeps 3 - 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Queen Beds ![Free toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes, slippers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5620000/5617500/5617445/b1a0c14f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Room ### Highlights Furnished balcony Soundproofed Private pool Private hot tub Air conditioning Free cots/infant beds Minibar (some free items) LCD TV - Sleeps 3 - 1 Single Bed OR 2 Single Beds ![Sea View Villa | 1 bedroom, down duvets, free minibar items, in-room safe](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5620000/5617500/5617445/4f3e3805.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Sea View Villa ### Highlights Furnished balcony Soundproofed Private pool Private hot tub Air conditioning Free cots/infant beds Minibar (some free items) LCD TV - Sleeps 3 - 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds ## You may also like Ad ![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18110000/18108500/18108440/c163c255.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) #### Mercure Chennai Sriperumbudur Hotel Sriperumbudur - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant - Air conditioning 8.4 Very good 31 reviews £89 includes taxes & fees 10 Oct - 11 Oct [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Chennai-Hotels-Mercure-Chennai-Sriperumbudur-Hotel.h18108440.Hotel-Information?chkin=2025-10-10&chkout=2025-10-11&rm1=a2®ionId=181449&destination=Chennai (and vicinity)&destType=MARKET&latLong=13.024503,80.177766&searchId=d55b195e-744a-4bab-81b0-e10e90e6129f&top_cur=GBP) Ad ![Villa, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Balcony | Pool | 2 outdoor pools, open 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM, pool loungers](https://a.travel-assets.com/media/meso_cm/PAPI/Images/hotels/24000000/23970000/23966600/23966586/ac82d187_b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) #### Four Points by Sheraton Mahabalipuram Resort & Convention Center Paiyanur - 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More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FChennai-Hotels-Ideal-Beach-Resort.h5617445.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FChennai-Hotels-Ideal-Beach-Resort.h5617445.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Located near the beach, Ideal Beach Resort is in Mahabalipuram Beach, a neighbourhood in Tirukalukundram. Sculpture Museum and DakshinaChitra Heritage Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Krishna's Butter Ball and Krishna's Butterball. Travelling with kids? Consider Mumu Surf Shop and Madras Crocodile Bank Trust. [Visit our Mahabalipuram travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Mahabalipuram.dx6047600) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C12.64933%2C80.20612&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=8Itl62i9VzdU35QS8MsaLMaC5Mk=) East Coast Road, Devangri Village, Kovalam Road, Tirukalukundram, Tamil Nadu, 603104 ### What's nearby - Tiger Cave - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles - Mamallapuram Beach - 4 min drive - 2.8 miles - Descent Of The Ganges - 5 min drive - 3.0 miles - Shore Temple - 5 min drive - 3.2 miles - Old Mahabalipuram Road - 11 min drive - 7.5 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 - ‪Marmoris - ‬6 min drive - ‪Sea Breeze - ‬5 min drive ## About this property ### Ideal Beach Resort Family-friendly hotel located in Mahabalipuram Beach Consider a stay at Ideal Beach Resort and take advantage of a terrace, a coffee shop/cafe and a garden. This hotel is a great place to bask in the sun with free beach cabanas, sunloungers and beach volleyball. Indulge in a massage, thalassotherapy and a body scrub at the on-site spa. Enjoy the gym, as well as activities such as beach yoga. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a playground and a hair salon. Other perks include: - An outdoor pool and a children's pool, along with free cabanas and sunloungers - Free self-parking, valet parking and extended parking - Continental breakfast (surcharge), an outdoor tennis court and motorhome/coach/lorry parking - A round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge), express check-out and express check-in Room features All 68 rooms have comforts, such as 24-hour room service and Hot tubs, as well as thoughtful touches, such as private pools and first-run films. 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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 cot - 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 centre - 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 bathroom - Wheelchair-accessible registration desk - Wheelchair-accessible restaurant ### More - Banquet hall - Smoke-free property ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided - Day bed - Down comforter - Free cot ### Bathroom - Dressing gowns - Free toiletries - Hair dryer (on request) - Private bathroom - Slippers - Towels provided ### Entertainment - 32-inch LCD TV with premium cable channels - First-run films - 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 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 No pets or service animals allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Children up to the age of 10 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room Rollaway/extra beds are not available. Free cots are available on request at the property ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Fees You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. 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) We have included all charges provided to us by the property. ### Optional extras - Fee for continental breakfast: from approximately INR 1000 for adults and from INR 500 for children The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that 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 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. If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property ### 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 ### Does Ideal Beach Resort have a pool? > Yes, this property has an outdoor pool and a children's pool. ### Is Ideal Beach Resort pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at Ideal Beach Resort? > Self-parking and valet parking are free at this property; nearby parking is also free. ### What time is check-in at Ideal Beach Resort? > Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours. ### What time is check-out at Ideal Beach Resort? > Checkout is at noon. ### Does Ideal Beach Resort provide a shuttle to the airport? > Yes, there's an airport shuttle. ### Where is Ideal Beach Resort located? > Offering direct access to the beach, this Mahabalipuram Beach hotel is within 3 mi (5 km) of Tiger Cave, Mamallapuram Beach and Pancha Pandava Cave. Mahishasuramardini Cave and Sri Sthala Sayanaperumal Temple are also within 3 miles (5 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Ideal Beach Resort Reviews 8.4 ### Very good All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 11 8 - Good 16 6 - Okay 4 4 - Poor 1 2 - Terrible 0 ### 8.2/10 Cleanliness ### 8.8/10 Staff & service ### 10/10 Amenities ### 8.0/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 29 Feb 2020 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. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020 ### 8/10 Good #### Benoit 12 Feb 2020 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! ##### Benoit Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Patrick 9 Dec 2019 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. ##### Patrick Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 20 Mar 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Kindness of staff. The quiet and space around was balm to the weary traveller. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2019 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller 7 Jan 2019 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. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Razi, Indianapolis, USA 4 Nov 2018 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. ##### Razi Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018 ### 4/10 Poor #### Verified traveller 8 Aug 2018 Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort It was very good. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### cecile, tours 27 Jul 2018 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. ##### cecile Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2018 ### 8/10 Good #### ABHINAV 27 Mar 2018 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. ##### ABHINAV ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller 4 Feb 2018 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. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2018 ### 8/10 Good #### lina 27 Jan 2018 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. ##### lina Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lb, New Zealand 24 Jan 2018 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. ##### Lb Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2018 ### 6/10 Okay #### Verified traveller 7 Jan 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 Stayed 1 night in Jan 2018 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller 4 Jun 2017 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Good, comfortable and Safe ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in May 2017 ### 8/10 Good #### Chandra 1 May 2017 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### IDEAL derves fantastic service Location is ideal for family vacation. ##### Chandra ### 10/10 Excellent #### rv 6 Apr 2017 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. ##### rv ### 6/10 Okay #### Verified traveller 5 Mar 2017 #### Great restaurant Great restaurant and pool. Beach is small but well kept. ##### Verified traveller ### 10/10 Excellent #### Andrew 5 Mar 2017 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. ##### Andrew ### 8/10 Good #### Aldo 18 Jan 2017 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 ##### Aldo ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller 6 Jan 2017 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort ##### Verified traveller ### 8/10 Good #### hyeongki 22 Nov 2016 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 ##### hyeongki ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kumar M 24 Oct 2016 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### best place to stay and relax enjoyed it, good peaceful place to stay ##### Kumar M ### 8/10 Good #### bathala, chennai 24 May 2016 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 ##### bathala ### 8/10 Good #### Hazel 6 Aug 2015 Liked: Staff & service, room comfort ##### Hazel ### 8/10 Good #### John, Birmingham, UK 24 Jul 2015 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Good hotel, good location Comfortable, good facilities, good service, nice food, excellent location, reasonable cost ##### John ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Taj Fisherman's Cove Resort & Spa, Chennai](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Chennai-Hotels-Taj-Fishermans-Cove-Resort-Spa.h526336.Hotel-Information) > > [Grand Chennai by GRT Hotels](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Chennai-Hotels-Grand-Chennai-By-GRT-Hotels.h1598912.Hotel-Information) > > [ITC Grand Chola, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Chennai](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Chennai-Hotels-ITC-Grand-Chola.h4942760.Hotel-Information) > > [All-Inclusive Hotels in Malta](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Destinations-In-Malta-All-Inclusive-Hotel.0-0-d111-tAllInclusiveHotel.Hotel-Filter-Destinations) > > [Hotel Ristorante Club Scannella](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Forio-Hotels-Hotel-Ristorante-Club-Scannella.h42147643.Hotel-Information) > > [Gava Waterman Milna Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Milna-Hotels-Gava-Waterman-Milna-Resort.h17460996.Hotel-Information) > > [InterContinental Chennai Mahabalipuram Resort by IHG](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Chennai-Hotels-InterContinental-Chennai-Mahabalipuram-Resort.h11918335.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Oslo City Centre](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Oslo-City-Centre-Oslo-Hotels.0-n553248633981737991-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [The Raintree, St. Mary's Road](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Chennai-Hotels-The-Raintree.h1354076.Hotel-Information) > > [Taj Connemara](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Chennai-Hotels-Taj-Connemara.h526335.Hotel-Information) > > [Villas Palma de Mallorca](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Palma-De-Mallorca-Villas.d2829-aaVillas.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) > > [Amazonia Estoril Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Lisbon-District-Hotels-Amazonia-Estoril-Hotel.h1148226.Hotel-Information) > > [Lujo Hotel Bodrum](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bodrum-Hotels-Lujo-Hotel-All-Inclusive.h21541382.Hotel-Information) > > [The Ritz-Carlton, Kuala Lumpur](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kuala-Lumpur-Hotels-The-Ritz-Carlton.h81788.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel ILUNION Menorca](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ciutadella-De-Menorca-Hotels-Hotel-ILUNION-Menorca.h3534378.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Nungwi](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Nungwi-Hotels.d6094871.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Hotel Riu Palace Boavista - All Inclusive](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Boa-Vista-Hotels-RIU-Palace-Boavista-All-Inclusive.h24398112.Hotel-Information) > > [The Leela Palace Chennai](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Chennai-Hotels-The-Leela-Palace-Chennai.h4791355.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Godmanchester](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Godmanchester-Hotels.d3000367190.Travel-Guide-Hotels) ### Flights > [Qatar Airways Edinburgh (EDI) to Lahore (LHE) flights](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flight-routes/qatar-airways-from-edinburgh-to-allam-iqbal-intl/qr/edi/lhe) > > [Flights from Houston (HOU) to Dallas (DFW)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/hou/dfw/houston-to-dallas) > > [Flights from Doncaster (DSA) to Edinburgh (EDI)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/dsa/edi/doncaster-to-edinburgh) > > [Flights from Paisley (GLA) to Kirkwall (KOI)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/gla/koi/glasgow-to-kirkwall) ### Cars > [Car hire in Anaheim](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Anaheim.d5921.Car-Hire-Guide) > > [Car hire in Chipata](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Chipata.d841.Car-Hire-Guide) ### Activities > [Things to do in Birkenhead](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Birkenhead.d4571.Travel-Guide-Activities) ### Packages > [La Boca Holidays](https://www.expedia.co.uk/La-Boca.d6270369.Holidays-City-Breaks) > > [Glasgow Holidays](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Glasgow.d1334.Holidays-City-Breaks)