InterContinental Chennai Mahabalipuram Resort, an IHG Hotel

5.0 star property
Luxury beachfront hotel with spa, near Madras Crocodile Bank Trust

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2 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine
Couples treatment rooms, sauna, spa tub, steam room, body treatments
Premium bedding, free minibar items, in-room safe
2 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine
2 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine

Reviews

8.8 out of 10

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Non-smoking
  • Pool
  • Bar
  • Air conditioning
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • On a private beach
  • 2 restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Free children's club
  • Health club
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Free beach cabanas
For families
  • Children stay free
  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's pool
  • Children's club (free)
  • Playground on site
The price is $202
includes taxes & fees
$171 per night
Jan 2 - Jan 3, 2025

Room options

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Showing 11 of 11 rooms

Classic Room, 2 Twin Beds, Business Lounge Access

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Minibar (some free items)
  • 463 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

Honeymoon Suite (Rati)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private indoor spa tub
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
  • 760 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed

Classic Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Minibar (some free items)
  • 463 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Classic Room, 1 King Bed, Pool View

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Minibar (some free items)
  • 463 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Classic Room

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Minibar (some free items)
  • 462 sq ft
  • Water view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed

Classic Room (Upgraded)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Minibar (some free items)
  • 463 sq ft
  • Water view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed

Classic Room, 1 King Bed, Business Lounge Access

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Minibar (some free items)
  • 463 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, Sea View (Vilasa)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private plunge pool
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
  • 1346 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed

Suite, Sea View (East Coast)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
  • 700 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed

Classic Room, 2 Twin Beds, Pool View

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Minibar (some free items)
  • 463 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

Classic Room, 2 Twin Beds

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Minibar (some free items)
  • 463 sq ft
  • Water view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
No. 212 East Coast Road, Nemelli Village, Tirupporur, Tamil Nadu, 603104

What's nearby

  • Madras Crocodile Bank Trust - 11 min walk
  • Muttukadu Boat House - 9 min drive
  • MGM Dizzee World - 12 min drive
  • Shore Temple - 14 min drive
  • SIPCOT IT Park - 14 min drive

Getting around

  • Chennai International Airport (MAA) - 83 min drive
  • Chennai Taramani Station - 29 min drive
  • Chennai Thiruvanmiyur Station - 29 min drive
  • Chennai Vandalur Station - 30 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪The Reef - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪The Melting Pot - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Al Sharah - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Tao of Peng - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Fisherman's Cove - ‬8 min drive

About this property

InterContinental Chennai Mahabalipuram Resort, an IHG Hotel

InterContinental Chennai Mahabalipuram Resort, an IHG Hotel offers a private beach where you can enjoy 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 deep-tissue massages, body wraps, and aromatherapy. Melting Pot, one of 2 restaurants, serves international cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Other highlights at this luxurious hotel include a free kid's club, a beach bar, and a health club.

Languages

English, Hindi

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 106 rooms
  • Arranged over 2 floors

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
  • Contactless check-in available
  • Late check-in subject to availability
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
  • Check-out time is 11:30 AM
  • Contactless check-out available

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions.

Special check-in instructions

  • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
  • Guests booked in breakfast included rate plans receive breakfast for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Breakfast fees apply for additional guests.
  • Guests booked in dinner included rate plans receive dinner for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Dinner fees apply for additional guests.

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

  • Up to 2 children (6 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
  • Babysitting*
  • Free children's club

Pets

  • Pets not allowed

Internet

  • Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
  • WiFi and wired internet access in rooms*

Parking

  • Free onsite self parking
  • Free onsite valet parking
  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking

Transfers

  • Airport shuttle (available 24 hours)*

Other information

  • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 6:30 AM–10:30 AM
  • 2 restaurants
  • Bar/lounge
  • Beach bar
  • Barbecue grills
  • 24-hour room service
  • Snack bar/deli

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)
  • Free children's club
  • Children's pool
  • Playground
  • Childcare in room (surcharge)

What to do

  • On a private beach
  • Tennis
  • Beach yoga
  • Fitness classes
  • Beach volleyball
  • Windsurfing nearby

Working away

  • Business center
  • 2 meeting rooms
  • Computer station
  • Conference center (3500 square feet of space)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Hair salon
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Free beach cabanas
  • Beach sun loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 2015
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Health club
  • An outdoor pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Sauna
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • Steam room
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Smooth flooring in room

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • IPod docking station
  • 42-inch TV
  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Stocked minibar (select free items)
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Bathrobes and slippers
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Pillow menu
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Turndown service
  • Premium bedding
  • Free crib/infant bed
  • Day bed
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished and decorated
  • Separate sitting area

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free newspapers
  • WiFi and wired internet for a surcharge
  • Phone
  • Desk chair

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe (laptop compatible)
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Access via exterior corridors

Special features

Spa

The onsite spa has 7 treatment rooms including rooms for couples. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages, and Swedish massages. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy, Ayurvedic, and hydrotherapy. The spa is equipped with a sauna, a spa tub, and a steam room.

The spa is open daily. Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision. Guests under 12 years old are not allowed in the spa.

Dining

Melting Pot - This restaurant specializes in international cuisine and serves breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting).
Tao of Peng - Overlooking the garden, this theme restaurant specializes in Chinese cuisine and serves dinner only. Guests can enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). Reservations are required. Open select days.
Gatsby Lounge - This cocktail bar serves lunch and light fare. Open daily.

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:
  • New Year's Eve (31 December) Gala Dinner per adult: INR 7080
  • New Year's Eve (31 December) Gala Dinner per child: INR 4720 (from 6 to 12 years old)

Optional extras

  • WiFi is available in guestrooms for INR 900 per night (rates may vary)
  • Wired internet access is available in guestrooms for INR 900 per night (rates may vary)
  • Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately INR 900 per person
  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of INR 5500 per vehicle (one way)

Children & extra beds

  • In-room babysitting is available for an extra charge
  • Rollaway beds are available for INR 1500.0 per day

Parking

  • Parking height restrictions apply

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM
  • Guests under 12 years old are not allowed in the spa, and guests under 12 years old are only allowed with adult supervision
  • 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

Construction is underway at a neighboring building and there may be noise disturbance from the construction work.
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG).
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

Also known as

InterContinental Chennai Mahabalipuram Resort
InterContinental Chennai Resort
InterContinental Chennai Mahabalipuram Resort Semencheri
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InterContinental Chennai Mahabalipuram Semencheri
InterContinental Chennai Mahabalipuram Resort Chengalpattu
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InterContinental Chennai Mahabalipuram
Chengalpattu InterContinental Chennai Mahabalipuram Resort Hotel
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InterContinental Chennai Mahabalipuram Resort an IHG Hotel

Frequently asked questions

Does InterContinental Chennai Mahabalipuram Resort, an IHG Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, InterContinental Chennai Mahabalipuram Resort, an IHG Hotel 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 InterContinental Chennai Mahabalipuram Resort, an IHG Hotel?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool and a children's pool. Guests have pool access from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM.
Are pets allowed at InterContinental Chennai Mahabalipuram Resort, an IHG Hotel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at InterContinental Chennai Mahabalipuram Resort, an IHG Hotel?
Yes, there's free self and valet parking.
Is airport shuttle service offered by InterContinental Chennai Mahabalipuram Resort, an IHG Hotel?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is INR 5500 per vehicle one way.
What are the check-in and check-out times at InterContinental Chennai Mahabalipuram Resort, an IHG Hotel?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11:30 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at InterContinental Chennai Mahabalipuram Resort, an IHG Hotel and nearby?
Have fun with onsite activities like volleyball and beach yoga, and practice your swing on the tennis courts. Additional recreation onsite includes fitness classes, volleyball, and yoga. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool. InterContinental Chennai Mahabalipuram Resort, an IHG Hotel also has a private beach and a sauna, as well as a steam room and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near InterContinental Chennai Mahabalipuram Resort, an IHG Hotel?
Yes, there are 2 onsite restaurants, featuring alfresco dining, international cuisine, and garden views.
Does InterContinental Chennai Mahabalipuram Resort, an IHG Hotel have rooms with private spa tubs?
Yes, each room has a deep soaking bathtub.
What's the area around InterContinental Chennai Mahabalipuram Resort, an IHG Hotel like?
InterContinental Chennai Mahabalipuram Resort, an IHG Hotel is located on the waterfront in Semencheri, a short 11-minute walk from Madras Crocodile Bank Trust.

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Great Stay
Amazing Stay
2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

True 5 star. staff in reception extremely helpful and the staff in the restaurant was beyond excellent. I would give them a 20 out of 10
WILLIAM, 3-night romance trip
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8/10 Very Good

Clean and comfortable for a short stay
A nice clean hotel. rather unnecessarily large building with a small beach which is difficult to get to as it falls of a cliff and has rocks. Three small restaurants - one of which was closed and they did not warn us in advance or at check-in. Limited options for vegans - and the duty manager told us to call the other restaurants to see what was on offer rather than trying to help us. Not the service expected of a 5 star resort. Otherwise very nice and friendly staff. Would probably not revisit as limited things to do in the hotel - they charge for bicycle use even.
Pankaj, 2-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Panneer selvam, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very Good

Ramya, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The staff were magnificent, all very helpful especially amen in the breakfast area. Food was great high quality with a good selection of European and Indian dishes. The facilities in the room were good with access to English language films and sport. It was a bit away from everywhere else and there could have been better facilities on the beach as the sea did look inviting. On the whole thumbs up all round. It is what I expect from a 5 star hotel.
David, 8-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

kishore, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Amazing service and comfortable room
Business travel. Room: Spacious and clean room, with fantastic service. Service: Staff were extremely attentive, friendly, and accommodation. Could not fault the service at all. Breakfast spread: good variety, food taste was probably ok-ok at best. Gave the breakfast a 6/10 rating and the chef came knocking at my door to offer a note of apology with a cake and fruit platter. I didn’t feel this was necessary, but appreciated the gesture very much. Again a testament to the staff’s commitment in providing top notch service. Hotel compound: the resort felt a bit ‘sterile’ to be honest, and the garden between the main building and the beach felt redundant. Overall a very comfortable stay, and once again can not commend the staff more for their attentiveness and warm hospitality.
Main corridor
Central pond
Room
Garden
Jonathan Yu Jin, 3-night business trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Shaik, 2-night family trip
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8/10 Very Good

Vignesh, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic property with unique atmosphere
Anton, 3-night business trip
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10/10 Exceptional

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Vidhyasagar, 1-night romance trip
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8/10 Very Good

Saw a small roach in room. Cleanliness needs to be improved but property is extremely beautiful and serene.
Vijaiam, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Amazing property. Rooms are big and very nice.
Gopal, 3-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Dhira, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

We liked everything including being on the beach.
Maryada, 2-night trip
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4/10 Fair

It is a relatively new property with great amenities inside the room and in the hotel generally. The food is great in all restaurants. They also direct access to the beach and a beach shak operated by the hotel as well. The shak is right on the beach and in the evening they put tables very close to the water. The vibe, food, and setting in the shak is amazing. The food in the main restaurant for breakfast and lunch is fantastic as well. The hotel has a well equipped gym as well. The spa is amazing too. The pool is also nice 11M/25m which is really good if one wants to train. There is a nice crocodile bank close to the hotel. The hotel staff was gracious enough to get us a free drop and pick up to the crocodile bank. The hotel is 15kms ( about 20 min drive) from Shore temple and other unesco world heritage monuments in Mahabalipuram. Super convenient and the hotel has paid cab service. What I did not like was the service. Our rooms were not cleaned despite us putting a note for cleaning. We had to call the service many times to get our room cleaned. The hotel was also fully booked so guess that explains. The service during lunch and breakfast was also nothing special. It was still far better than what we see outside of India but having travelled extensively in India, I think the service can get better to match Indian standards. Overall a great experience at this property. I would stay here again and also recommend this to people looking to stay in this property.
Kshitij, 2-night family trip
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6/10 Good

Irresponsible behaviour from other in house guests
Bad experience with the breakfast ,people are pushing each other like a fish market ,,,no proper management there to take care of the situation.
Ravichandra, 1-night family trip
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8/10 Very Good

HIKARU, 2-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Overall stay, the open area, beach and the beach shack
ABHAI, 1-night family trip
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8/10 Very Good

Uma, 2-night family trip
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8/10 Very Good

Vidhya, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Hospitality, staff behaviour, amenities, choice, variety and taste of food and well maintained rooms, good service
ABHAI, 2-night family trip
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2/10 Poor

My suite was not ready for 2.5 hours past check-in time and I was made to wait. They finally gave me the room at 5:30pm. When I went into the room there was an almost empty roll of toilet paper. When they cleaned the room the next day, they did not replace the toilet paper. When I went to the lounge for the complimentary happy hour, I waited for over 30 minutes after I placed an order and nothing arrived. The lounge was almost empty. I had a reservation for two night, but I was so frustrated by the terrible service that I decided to leave in one night even though I had already paid for the suite. It was an incredibly disappointing experience I would urge anyone looking at this property to go to alternatives like Taj Fisherman’s Cove or Grand Sheraton.
Shamsudeen, 2-night romance trip
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4/10 Fair

ADITYA, 1-night family trip
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