SHELTER BEACH RESORT, Mahabalipuram
About the Hotel
Dining
Shelter Beach Resort, a 3-star beachfront resort for family and corporate travelers on the East Coast Road near Mahabalipuram, provides private access to the Bay of Bengal, an outdoor swimming pool, a children's pool, and a spa bath. Samudra, the resort's multi-cuisine restaurant, emphasizes fresh, healthy local dishes, while Manam serves as the second on-site restaurant. Guest rooms include standard rooms, deluxe suites with garden views, and beach-facing rooms; each has a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with shower, free toiletries, and a hair dryer, and some units have sea or pool views. Shelter Beach Resort provides an 1700 m² Grande Lawn, multiple conference halls with state-of-the-art technology, and meeting and banquet facilities. Free high-speed wireless Internet, air conditioning, free private parking, valet parking, express check-in/check-out, and a 24-hour front desk are available. Leisure facilities include a beach cricket and volleyball area, badminton equipment, billiards, cycling, evening entertainment, live music/performances, movie nights, themed dinner nights, and a games room. The property has lush garden areas, a children's playground, indoor play area, kids' outdoor play equipment, board games, a kid-friendly buffet, and family rooms. The Crocodile Bank is close by, and the Shore Temple of Mahabalipuram and other ancient Hindu temple sites are about a 20-minute drive away. Chennai International Airport is 31 km from the property, and an airport shuttle and car hire are available. A complimentary buffet breakfast with a live dosa counter is available each morning at Shelter Beach Resort.
Pros
The on-site bakery can deliver cakes within 30 minutes' notice.
Complimentary coffee and tea are served on the beach lawn in the morning and evening.
Battery buggies transport guests from the parking area to the rooms and beach.
Guests can fly kites and try archery on the lawn beside the beach.
Cons
The resort does not serve alcoholic drinks.
The nearest hospital is about 7 km away.
Must-do experiences
- Visit the Shore Temple at sunrise for stunning views.
- Try the local seafood at the Fisherman's Cove beach shacks.
- Explore the ancient Arjuna's Penance rock carvings nearby.
- Don't miss the vibrant Mahabalipuram local market for souvenirs.
- Enjoy a traditional Tamil meal at the nearby Vasantha Bhavan.
Select your room type
- Standard Room2 persons28 sq. feet1 King-size bedAir conditioningShowerroom details
- Deluxe Suite Garden View2 persons42 sq. feet2 King Size BedsAir conditioningBalconyroom details
- Deluxe Room Sea View2 persons44 sq. feet1 King-size bedAir conditioningBalconyroom details
Prices and availability
Facilities
General
- Non-smoking rooms
- Wi-Fi
- Free parking
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- Express check-in/ -out
- No pets allowed
- 24-hour security
- Luggage storage
- Locker room
- Private beach
- Allergy-free rooms
- Vending machines
- Fireplace
- Fire extinguishers
- Key card access
Sports & Fitness
- Cycling
- Tennis
- Badminton
- Billiard tables
Guest Parking
- Private parking is possible on site for free.
Services
- Paid airport shuttle
- Valet parking
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Car hire
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Tours/Ticket assistance
Dining
- In-room breakfast
- Restaurant
- Snack bar
- Outdoor dining area
- Picnic area/ Tables
- Dinner
- Packed lunches
- Special diet menus
Business
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Children
- Children's buffet
- Board games
- Children's play area
- Game room
Spa & Leisure
- Plunge pool
- Beach access
- Sun loungers
- Live entertainment
- Sun terrace
- Garden area
- Leisure/ TV room
- Public Bath
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Mini-bar
- Soundproofed rooms
- Sitting area
- Dressing area
- Patio
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Dining table
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
- Dryer
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
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