Ideal Beach Resort, Mahabalipuram

Established in the year 1978 Ideal Beach Resort was founded by renowned tea planter, P.M Dharmalingam. Of Sri Lankan origin, Mr Dharmalingam moved to India with a vision of delivering diverse heights of hospitality.
Set along the Bay of Bengal, sprawled across 12 acres of luscious greeneries, Ideal Beach Resort offers a beach holiday experience like no other. With a private beach, furnished with huts and hammocks, surrounded by swaying coconut trees, one needs to look no further when breaking away from the hubbub of city life. Located merely two and a half kilometres from the cultural town of Mahabalipuram and the historical world heritage UNESCO sites.

The resort boasts personalized service, comfort and a hearty delectable culinary experience. From the moment you arrive, prepare yourself for a truly Ideal holiday experience that you will cherish forever.

The resort is a family run property therefore the proprietors are evident at both of the properties. The hotel believes in personalized hospitality and never falls short when it comes to customer satisfaction.
The Ideal dining experience boasts impeccable service and dining like no other. Treat your taste buds to an extensive multi cuisine menu, specialized in Sri Lankan & Indian dishes. 

We go above and beyond to make your holiday perfect


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