Mandaveli Travel Guide
Chennai
Popular places to visit
Marina Beach
Relaxed walks, pretty sunrises, elaborate entertainment, traditional Indian street food and historical landmarks make this one of Chennai’s liveliest beaches.
ECR Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at ECR Beach during your travels in Chennai? Make time to visit the area's spas or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Pondy Bazaar
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Pondy Bazaar during your trip to Chennai. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this vibrant area.
Mamallapuram Beach
Enjoy the atmosphere of Mahabalipuram's central beach, which is alive with historic temples, stone carving stalls and a thriving backpacker scene.
Neelankarai Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Neelankarai Beach during your trip to Chennai?
Kapaleeswarar Temple
Marvel at the Dravidian architecture of this centuries-old temple, spot intricately carved figurines, watch devotees pray and experience a lively Hindu festival.
Things to do
Aruba Sail and Snorkel with Turtles at WW2 Shipwreck Includes BBQ
Chennai to Pondicherry 2-Day Vehicle Hire for Local Sightseeing
Taj Mahal Sunrise and Agra Overnight Tour from Chennai withflight
Day Trip to Mahabalipuram (Curated Private Sightseeing Experience)
Chennai: Private Day Tour with Transportation and Tickets
Private Tour to Kanchipuram and Mahabalipuram with Pick Up
Top hotels in Mandaveli
The Leela Palace Chennai
Excellent service the food could be better
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
ITC Grand Chola, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Chennai
Not a 5 star hotel as claimed Not well maintained rooms Amenities were too basic Breakfast was not great
Reviewed on 2 May 2026
Hyatt Regency Chennai
Overall service skills of staff were not up to usual Hyatt standard. Rooms were in poor state of repair, particularly the bathroom which was mouldy and smelt damp. Not unusable but again not the usual standard expected for price and brand.
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
The Park Chennai
Good hotel, clean rooms, close to the embassy.
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026
Taj Club House
Shower can be a little bit better for a 5 star hotel. Everything else was exceptional.
Reviewed on 23 Apr 2026
Radisson Blu Hotel & Suites GRT Chennai
All was amazing specialy Andrew at Ministry of Chutney
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Mandaveli
Mylapore
Mylapore is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Chennai Citi Center Mall and Inox Theatre while you're in town.
Teynampet
Though Teynampet may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Valluvar Kottam and Pondy Bazaar.
Mylapore Tiruvallikk
Unique features of Mylapore Tiruvallikk include the spas and coffee shops. Make a stop by Edward Elliot's Beach or Thiruvanmiyur Beach while you're exploring the area.
T Nagar
Travellers come to T Nagar for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Pondy Bazaar and Thirumalai Thirupathi Devasthanam while you're in town.
Adyar
While visiting Adyar, you might make a stop by sights like Theosophical Society Headquarters and Children's Park.
Anna Salai (Mounts Road)
Take time in Anna Salai (Mounts Road) to visit attractions like Express Avenue and Spencer's Plaza Shopping Mall. You might also appreciate the abundant dining options, and you can hop on the metro at LIC Metro Station to see more of the city.
