Intercontinental Chennai Mahabalipuram Resort By Ihg
12.735872, 80.236303Overview
5-star beachfront resort on the Bay of Bengal with private beach access
Accommodations & Architecture
InterContinental Chennai Mahabalipuram Resort has rooms and suites overlooking either a Lotus Pond or the Grand Courtyard. Suites include an in-room dining option that overlooks the Bay of Bengal, and each room has a walk-in wardrobe and a private bathroom with bathtub and rain shower. The property's architectural design is inspired by local heritage and temples, reflecting the cultural surroundings of Covelong.
Dining
Guests can dine at the award-winning Tao of Peng, serving contemporary Chinese cuisine with garden views. The all-day dining restaurant Melting Pot offers indoor and alfresco seating with buffet breakfast, while the Gatsby Lounge provides a bar setting. Exclusive Dine by Design experiences are available by the Bay of Bengal, and the beachside shack Kokomo serves food and snacks.
Wellness & Activities
Amrtam Spa at the resort provides holistic treatments with ocean views, including Ayurvedic massages and body scrubs from certified practitioners. A 24-hour gym with state-of-the-art equipment and daily yoga classes are available for guests. Outdoor amenities include a tennis court, fishing, windsurfing, and water sports facilities on the private beach.
Location & Nearby Attractions
The InterContinental Chennai Mahabalipuram Resort is set along the Covelong coastline, a 5-minute walk from Crocodile Bank Park and a 20-minute drive from the UNESCO World Heritage site of Mahabalipuram temples, including Shore Temple and Panch Rathas. Chennai International Airport is 18 miles away, and the hotel offers car rental and airport shuttle services. Complimentary parking is available for guests who drive.
Family & Recreational Facilities
The resort has a kids' club, playground, and a recreation room with baby-care facilities to keep children engaged. Evening entertainment, badminton equipment, and a tennis court are available on site. The private beach area includes hammocks and loungers, with a guarded beach for safe family walks.
- Private Beach: Direct access with guarded area and hammocks
- Dining: 3 restaurants including award-winning Tao of Peng
- Spa: Amrtam Spa with Ayurvedic treatments and ocean views
- Activities: Tennis courts, water sports, yoga, and evening entertainment
- Family: Kids' club, playground, recreation room with baby care
- Location: 15 min from UNESCO Mahabalipuram temples
Rooms and availability
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Max:3 persons
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Bed options:1 King Size Bed
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Sea view
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Shower
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Coffee machine
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Max:3 persons
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Bed options:1 King Size Bed1 Double bed
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Shower
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Coffee machine
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Max:3 persons
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Shower
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Coffee machine
Facilities
Main facilities
Valet parking
24-hour reception
24-hour security
Babysitting/Child services
Outdoor swimming pool
Children's play area
Kids club
Children's menu
Cribs
Beach access
Private beach
Sports & Fitness
- Fitness center
- Yoga class
- Sports trainer
- Fishing
Services
- Valet parking
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Car rental
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Tours/Ticket assistance
Dining
- In-room breakfast
- Restaurant
- Snack bar
- Bar/ Lounge area
Business
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Children
- Cribs
- Babysitting/Child services
- Board games
- Children's menu
- Children's play area
- Kids club
Facilities for people with disabilities
- Toilet for disabled
Spa & Leisure
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Beach access
- Entertainment
- Sun terrace
- Garden area
- BBQ facilities
- Leisure/ TV room
- Spa & wellness center
- Sauna
- Pedicure
- Manicure
- Body scrub
- Facial
- Treatment room
- Massage
- Make up services
Room view
- Sea view
- Pool view
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Mini-bar
- Soundproofed rooms
- Sitting area
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
- Dryer
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Curtains
Essential information about Intercontinental Chennai Mahabalipuram Resort By Ihg
| 💵 Lowest room price | 138 US$ |
| 📏 Distance to center | 8.1 mi |
| ✈️ Distance to airport | 26.7 mi |
| 🧳 Nearest airport | Chennai International, MAA |
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