Luxury by the bay

IHG® launches InterContinental Chennai Mahabalipuram Resort, by the Bay of Bengal

Mahabalipuram’s first exclusive beach resort, InterContinental Chennai Mahabalipuram Resort, was officially launched as part
of the InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG®). Set near the UNESCO world heritage site of Mahabalipuram, the property features worldclass accommodation with ocean front suites and rooms, and three dining experiences including a specialty Chinese restaurant. The Resort offers rejuvenating spa journeys and family experiences with unrivalled IHG® hospitality standards. The opening was marked by IHG’s Shantha de Silva, head of South West Asia and Bryan Gabriel, director of commercial, South West Asia, who joined Vijai Singh, GM of the Resort and Arindam Kunar, area GM, South India, at the inauguration. On the occasion, Shantha de Silva said, “Mahabalipuram forms part of South India’s glorious history and this property encapsulates authentic aspects of the soul of Chennai. We take tremendous pride in the Resort, which is the latest addition to IHG’s revamped resort collection.”
Vijai Singh welcomed guests to a special East Coast luxury resort experience. “We promise to offer our guests personal connect and unparalled service. The Resort is the owning company’s second partnership with IHG® since the agreement with their sister hotel brand Crowne Plaza in Chennai in 2015,” he said.
The 105 room resort offers a full range of facilities and amenities to guests, including an outdoor swimming pool, a fully-equipped health club and a spa, Amrtam by Escenza that offers relaxing therapies and signature treatments from across the world, Ayurveda and yoga. The Resort’s expansive and versatile indoor and outdoor venues are ideal for conferences, meetings, and special occasions such as weddings.