• Great views of the Bay of Bengal
• Choice of dining styles and cuisines
• Close to the temples of Mamallapuram
• Enjoy a spa treatment
• Pool with swim-up bar
• Seasonal turtle walks

Set in 9 hectares of landscaped gardens leading to a sandy beach, Vivanta by Taj Fishermans Cove is ideally placed for enjoying local sightseeing and relaxed downtime. The accommodation is of a very high standard. All room are spacious, have en-suite bathroom, satellite TV and free Wi-Fi, and you can help yourself to a hot or cold drink to enjoy at your leisure. Deluxe rooms, cottages and villas have private outdoor space, while superior rooms have picture windows with views of the gardens or Bay of Bengal.

There's plenty to keep you occupied, with tennis, badminton, beach volleyball and a gym for sports enthusiasts, and a swimming pool, spa and beauty salon for those preferring to take life a little easier. Staff can arrange excursions to local places of interest such as the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Mamallapuram with its renowned cave and stone-cut temples, and to Chennai and Pondicherry, all within easy reach. Closer to home to you can make use of one of the hotel's bikes to explore the area for yourself, and if you're staying between December and March you can join a guide on a turtle walk along the beach.

Dining is a highlight, with 3 restaurants offering a range of cuisines and dining styles. Savour seafood by the beach at Bayview, choose between Indian, Chinese and continental fare at Seagull by the pool, and relax in the casual ambience of Upper Deck as you enjoy grills, pizzas and freshly-made pasta dishes, not to mention the delicious cakes and puddings. For a special treat staff can arrange a private candlelit dinner in the gardens or by the beach. Anchor Bar serves tasty snacks as well as tempting drinks, and you can indulge in a refreshing cocktail at the swim-up bar.