Maroma Suites
A budget beachfront stay with its own cinema
About this hotel
Maroma Suites pairs an outdoor pool and cafe with beach access near Thiruvalluvar Nagar, a stretch of coast roughly seven minutes by taxi away. The Mayflower, a minute's walk from the property, gives guests a nearby dining option beyond the hotel's own cafe. A movie theatre on-site sets this budget property apart from most others in this guide, adding an indoor activity option alongside the pool and beach access. At roughly 37 minutes by taxi or over an hour by public transport from Chennai International Airport, the hotel sits within the city's southern coastal stretch rather than the OMR corridor or the old commercial core further north across the city on the other side of town.
- Beach access
- Outdoor pool
- On-site cinema
Our take
Maroma Suites suits budget travelers wanting beach access and a pool without a five-star price tag attached to the stay. The on-site movie theatre is a genuine, if unusual, bonus for a rainy or slow afternoon. Guests wanting a rooftop bar, spa or central location should look toward the city's five-star properties or the Government Museum area instead.
- ✓Use the beach access at Thiruvalluvar Nagar in the early morning or late afternoon, avoiding the midday heat.
- ✓Try The Mayflower, a minute's walk away, for a dinner option beyond the hotel's own cafe.
- ✓Check the on-site movie theatre's schedule if you're looking for an easy activity during a hot afternoon.
Why we love it
- Beach access
- Outdoor pool
- On-site movie theatre
- Budget-friendly rate
Why guests love itWe came for the beach access and stayed an extra day because of the on-site movie theatre, which was a fun surprise on an otherwise hot afternoon in the middle of the trip. The pool was a good size and rarely crowded during our stay. The Mayflower, right next door, covered dinner most nights without needing a taxi anywhere else.