Saint Thomas Mount Travel Guide

Chennai

A white church with a cross on top and the words "MY LORD AND MY GOD" above the entrance.
A church with a cross on top, a statue of two figures, and a sign reading "EVANGELICAL ENTRANCE".
A white church with a large mural depicting a biblical scene.
A statue of two figures in conversation, with a church and trees in the background.
A white temple with statues and a cross on top, surrounded by greenery and trees.

Stay near popular Saint Thomas Mount attractions

St. Thomas Mount National Shrine

A wonderful array of sacred art and great views of Chennai’s rooftops await at this hilltop church dedicated to a martyred saint.
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Things to do

Private 2-Day Tour to The Taj Mahal and Agra with Both Side Commercial Flights

Private 2-Day Tour to The Taj Mahal and Agra with Both Side Commercial Flights

£518
per adult
Private 2-Day Tour to The Taj Mahal and Agra with Both Side Commercial Flights
Aruba Sail and Snorkel with Turtles at WW2 Shipwreck Includes BBQ

Aruba Sail and Snorkel with Turtles at WW2 Shipwreck Includes BBQ

£80
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Aruba Sail and Snorkel with Turtles at WW2 Shipwreck Includes BBQ
Chennai: Private Day Tour with Transportation and Tickets

Chennai: Private Day Tour with Transportation and Tickets

£95
per adult
Chennai: Private Day Tour with Transportation and Tickets
Total Chennai city tour in Private car with guide & lunch by Wonder tours

Private Chennai City Tour by Car: Guided Trip with Lunch

£56
per adult
Private Chennai City Tour by Car: Guided Trip with Lunch
Same Day Taj Mahal and Agra Tour from Chennai

Chennai to Taj Mahal and Agra Same Day Tour with Return Flights

£35
per adult
Chennai to Taj Mahal and Agra Same Day Tour with Return Flights
Day trip to World heritage site Mahabalipuram from Chennai

Day trip to World heritage site Mahabalipuram from Chennai

£86
per traveller
Day trip to World heritage site Mahabalipuram from Chennai
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Top hotels in Saint Thomas Mount

The Leela Palace Chennai

The Leela Palace Chennai

5 out of 5
175 Sathya Dev Avenue Extn Chennai Tamil Nadu
The price is £146 per night from 13 Nov to 14 Nov
£146
13 Nov - 14 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Chennai. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,001 reviews)
"Amazing staff, extremely friendly and helpful. Wonderful Indian hospitality. We loved the food , breakfast is amazing. One of the best hotels we’ve stayed at"

Reviewed on 19 Oct 2026

The Leela Palace Chennai
Radisson Blu Hotel & Suites GRT Chennai

Radisson Blu Hotel & Suites GRT Chennai

5 out of 5
531 GST Road, St. Thomas Mount Chennai Tamil Nadu
The price is £89 per night from 20 Oct to 21 Oct
£89
20 Oct - 21 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Chennai. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free valet parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (869 reviews)
"I had a very good stay. Ministry of Chutney’s was excellent. The staff here were very professional and took pride in their work."

Reviewed on 15 Oct 2026

Radisson Blu Hotel & Suites GRT Chennai
ITC Grand Chola, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Chennai

ITC Grand Chola, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Chennai

5 out of 5
# 63 Mount Road Chennai Tamil Nadu
The price is £127 per night from 7 Nov to 8 Nov
£127
7 Nov - 8 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Chennai. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 5 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
ITC Grand Chola, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Chennai
Park Hyatt Chennai

Park Hyatt Chennai

5 out of 5
39 Velachery Road Chennai Tamil Nadu
The price is £79 per night from 20 Oct to 21 Oct
£79
20 Oct - 21 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Chennai. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
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The Park Chennai

The Park Chennai

5 out of 5
601 Anna Salai Road Chennai Tamil Nadu
The price is £48 per night from 21 Oct to 22 Oct
£48
21 Oct - 22 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Chennai. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
6.6/10 (847 reviews)
"Good breakfast spread. Good service"

Reviewed on 18 Oct 2026

The Park Chennai
Le Royal Meridien Chennai

Le Royal Meridien Chennai

4.5 out of 5
No.1 GST Road Chennai Tamil Nadu
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £62 per night from 30 Oct to 31 Oct
£62
30 Oct - 31 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Chennai. Enjoy free parking, a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
7.2/10 Good! (367 reviews)
"Toilet bowl are improper and oddly shaped. Front side is slide height is higher than back. Creating slope when u sit on it. Flush system is also weak. I ve to struggle to flush. Aircon is too cold and unable to lower it as per my need."

Reviewed on 18 Oct 2026

Le Royal Meridien Chennai
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Where to stay in Saint Thomas Mount

Find the best Saint Thomas Mount areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A temple with intricate architecture and a signboard.

T Nagar

Travellers come to T Nagar for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Pondy Bazaar and Thirumalai Thirupathi Devasthanam Temple while you're in town.

A monument with two large white arches, a golden statue, and a plaque in a park with trees and buildings in the background.

Central Chennai

The churches and monuments are just a few things visitors like about Central Chennai. Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium and Madras High Court are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Nehru Park Station or Kilpauk Station to get around the larger area.

A church interior with wooden pews, a marble floor, and stained glass windows.

Nungambakkam

You'll enjoy the cafes and monuments in Nungambakkam. You might want to make time for a stop at Valluvar Kottam or SDAT Tennis Stadium.

A kudu antelope in a forested area with leaf-covered ground and trees.

Guindy

Noted for its shopping and spas, there's plenty to explore in Guindy. Top attractions like Phoenix Market City and Raj Bhavan are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Little Mount Station or Ekkattuthangal Station to see more of the city.

A temple with multiple tiers and a large central tower, surrounded by a sandy area with scattered ruins.
Photo by Avanti Shukla
Open Photo by Avanti Shukla

Mahabalipuram Beach

Mahabalipuram Beach is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Mamallapuram Beach and Pancha Pandava Rathas.

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