The Bungalow On The Beach - Tranquebar

Hotels
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Independent
8.2 (18 reviews)
24 King Street, Nagapattinam, Tarangambadi, Tamil Nadu, 609313 , Tarangambadi , IN
91-0-1244666166

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Facilities

Free breakfast
Free WiFi
Garden
Luggage storage
Wheelchair accessible
Free breakfast
Free newspapers in lobby
Front desk (limited hours)
Smoke-free property
Tours/ticket assistance
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Excellent seafront location / near beach
Exceptional and responsive staff
Very good food and restaurant
Charming colonial period property and veranda
Comfortable beds and pleasant sea/garden views
Historic setting next to Danish fort
Cons:
Cleanliness problems (dirty sheets, poor towels)
Maintenance issues (leaking/stained wall, fungus)
Some rooms have an old wooden smell and need upgrades

Categories

Cleanliness
5.5
Multiple reviews mention dirty bed sheets, poor towels and at least one room with leaking wall and fungus; cleanliness is a notable negative.
Service
9.4
Repeated praise for staff: described as incredible, exceptional and consistently responsive (including Neemrana management and helpful housekeeping/security).
Location
9.6
Frequent praise for being right on the seafront/near the beach, historic/colonial frontage and proximity to the Danish fort — location is a standout positive.
Room Quality
6.5
Rooms have strong character (veranda, colonial furnishings) but several comments note maintenance issues, an old wooden smell in one room and need for upgrades.
Amenities
8.2
Standard quality for this hotel tier
Value for Money
8.2
Standard quality for this hotel tier
Food and Beverage
9.2
Food receives high marks (restaurant praised, exceptional food, reasonable breakfast, fresh coffee service to rooms).
Overall Experience
9
Generally described as a glorious, peaceful escape with charming historic character and delightful staff, tempered by some maintenance/cleanliness issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-05-17 07:00

Property Description

Recreational Amenities and Services
Enjoy the outdoor pool, bicycles for rent and complimentary wireless internet access.

Dining Experience
Savor a satisfying meal at the on-site restaurant and start your day with a complimentary buffet breakfast.

Highlighted Features
Benefit from amenities such as luggage storage, laundry facilities, and free self parking.

Book your stay at The Bungalow On The Beach - Tranquebar now for a memorable experience by the coast.

Important information:

  • No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property.
  • Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Pets not allowed

  • Children and extra beds

    No rollaway/extra beds available

  • Pets

    Service animals not allowed

  • Check-in & Check-out

    Contactless check-out is available

  • Guest type

    Essential workers only - NO

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Location

Guest Reviews

8.2
Based on 18 reviews
Cleanliness: 5.5
Service: 9.4
Location: 9.6
Room Quality: 6.5
Amenities: 8.2
Value for Money: 8.2
Food and Beverage: 9.2
Overall Experience: 9
C
Charles • solo_traveller • ae
10
Worth a stay with family
Pros:

Woow! Wonderful property on the tip of the sea! You can actually feel the in your doorsteps.

Its place is very simple but highly elegant.

Cons:

When we stayed we are the only one we’re staying so nothing much of the vibe.

2026-07-17 • via Nuitee
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Sneha • couple • in
8
2026-07-04 • via Nuitee
B
Brise • solo_traveller • in
10
Pros:

Everything about the stay.

Cons:

The Pool coukd be clean

2026-06-29 • via Nuitee
V
Vinod • solo_traveller • in
9
Happy stay
Pros:

Lovely ambiance

2026-06-19 • via Nuitee
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Shashank • solo_traveller • in
8
Pros:

Good

Cons:

Less food option

2026-05-30 • via Nuitee
D
Dr.N.saravanasankar • solo_traveller • in
9
2026-05-11 • via Nuitee
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Smitha_Ganesh • solo_traveller • in
10
Pros:

Beautiful stay and service! Incredible staff, food and so close to the beach!
The whole ambience and comfort is incredible! The restaurant has great food as well

2026-04-24 • via Nuitee
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Ramu • couple • in
8
Nice. Near to the Beach.
Pros:

The location was fantastic. The Lunch we ordered was really good.

Cons:

The room had a old wooden smell. Pungent and no airy. The bed sheets were dirty and the towels were pathetic. Overall needs a good upgrade.

2026-04-22 • via Nuitee
P
PRADEEP • extended_group • in
8
We had a great time. The Varanda and staff were exceptional
Pros:

The Bungalow is on the sea front so it’s a great view. The varanda is what is unique and special about the property! We spent hours on it.

Cons:

Maintenance has to be substantially upgraded to Neemrana standards

2026-04-19 • via Nuitee
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LAGRANGE • solo_traveller • fr
9
Pros:

L'endroit est extraordinaire, ce comptoir danois perdu là au bout du monde, quel charme!
La situation de l'hotel, vieil immeuble colonial juste face à la mer est magique, personnel trés sympathique
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2026-03-30 • via Nuitee
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Markus • couple • de
7
2026-03-02 • via Nuitee
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Else • couple • dk
9
2026-02-22 • via Nuitee
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Salil • couple • th
7
Spectacular historic location on the beach which can be maintained better.
Pros:

Location, location, location
Breakfast reasonable.
Responsive Neemrana management

Cons:

Wall was leaking from the top and one whole
wall was stained and fungus infected. This was in one of the two rooms we booked.
On complaining, a refund was made for that room. Neemrana central management was responsive and that was appreciated.

2025-12-28 • via Nuitee
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Robert • solo_traveller • gb
10
An exceptional period property on one of Tamil Nadu’s undiscovered stretches of coastline.
Pros:

So many things! After the bustle of Chennai and Pondicherry, the Bungalow was a glorious escape into peace and rest. Tranquebar is a very quiet village with a fascinating history, which allowed me to gain some cultural time combined with relaxation at the hotel. The hotel was in excellent condition and had been maintained like a colonial villa, with antique furnishings and art; the rooms are set around a veranda with garden or sea views. Bed was comfortable and the French doors let in the light and sounds of the coast. Food was exceptional. I enjoyed fresh coffee delivered to my room. The danish fort and museum are right next to the hotel. Perhaps the highlight were the staff: every interaction I had was a delight. From the security man on the gate, to the manager, to the housekeeping, all ready to help with the slightest request and with broad smiles. I wish I’d had another few nights here.

Cons:

Nothing.

2025-12-03 • via Nuitee
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Sushma • family_with_children • in
10
2025-11-23 • via Nuitee
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Giridar • family_with_children • in
8
2025-09-03 • via Nuitee
F
francois • couple • fr
5
Pros:

The property is beautiful and peaceful

Cons:

The price vs the service

2025-08-26 • via Nuitee
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Emily • extended_group • gb
9
Beautiful hotel and very comfortable for a couple of nights escape from busier towns.
Pros:

Beautiful building and grounds, right on the coast and the beach. Very spacious and comfortable bedrooms with access to stunning wrap around balcony. Pool area is great to relax. Staff were friendly and accommodating. The food was excellent.

Cons:

It’s a special place, but highly priced.

2025-08-22 • via Nuitee
K
Karthikeyan • family_with_children • gb
8
2025-08-12 • via Nuitee
M
Mayanka • young couple • in
7
Good
2025-06-27 • via Nuitee