KALDAN SAMUDHRA PALACE, A PALACE BY THE SEA, Mahabalipuram
About the Hotel
Leisure
Kaldan Samudhra Palace, A Palace By The Sea is a 5-star beachfront resort in Mahabalipuram with a private beach and an outdoor swimming pool featuring a pool bar and sun loungers. The family-friendly property offers air-conditioned rooms with balconies, private bathrooms, bathrobes, minibars, and flat-screen TVs. A continental buffet breakfast with vegetarian and halal options is served each morning at Kaldan Samudhra Palace, while the on-site Dhani restaurant specializes in Chinese, Indian, and seafood cuisines. The resort's spa & wellness centre includes beauty services, body treatments, facials, a steam room, yoga classes, and a fitness room. Evening entertainment features live Rajasthani dance performances, and guests can play billiards, darts, archery, or cycling on-site. The property is a 6-minute walk from Pallava Beach and 51 km from Chennai International Airport. Meeting and banquet facilities are available, along with concierge service, luggage storage, and a 24-hour front desk. Family rooms, a kids' club, indoor play area, and kids' meals cater to children at Kaldan Samudhra Palace.
Pros
Private beach access exclusive to guests
Complimentary high tea with Rajasthani folk performance
Large outdoor swimming pool with even depth and kid-friendly shallow end
Complimentary minibar items in rooms
Cons
Outdoor dining areas may have flies and insects during certain times
Some guests reported noise from corridors and stairwells carrying into rooms
Must-do experiences
- Visit the Shore Temple at sunset for breathtaking views.
- Savor fresh seafood at the local Fisherman's Wharf.
- Explore the ancient Pancha Rathas for stunning architecture.
- Don't miss the Mahabalipuram Dance Festival in January.
- Discover hidden crafts at the local artisans' market.
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Prices and availability
Facilities
General
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free parking
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- VIP check-in/ -out
- No pets allowed
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- Wheelchair access
- 24-hour security
- Luggage storage
- Hairdresser
- Coffee shop
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key card access
Sports & Fitness
- Fitness centre
- Cycling
- Billiard tables
- Darts
- Archery
- Yoga class
Guest Parking
- Private parking is possible on site for free.
Services
- Valet parking
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Shops/Commercial services
Dining
- Restaurant
- Poolside snack bar
- Special diet menus
Business
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cots
- Children's buffet
- Board games
- Children's pool
- Children's play area
- Kids club
Facilities for people with disabilities
- Toilet for disabled
- Bathroom for disabled
Spa & Leisure
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Beach access
- Sun loungers
- Live entertainment
- Garden area
- Spa & wellness centre
- Steam room
- Pedicure
- Manicure
- Waxing
- Body scrub
- Facial
- Treatment room
- Body wraps
- Pool with view
- Shallow end
- Make up services
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Mini-bar
- Soundproofed rooms
- Sitting area
- Dressing area
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Dining table
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Carpeted floor