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At some hotels a half
board supplement is compulsory for the free nights.
Honeymoon Specials are available on selected dates at
all featured hotels and vary from a 30% discount for the
bride to free accommodation plus half board supplement
for the bride. Some of the hotels also offer a free room
upgrade on arrival (subject to availability) and various
gifts.

Space precludes us from describing all of our
selected hotels and other recommendations include:
Prince Maurice (13) – Belle Mare Plage (12) –Radisson
Plaza Beach Resort (3) – Heritage (14)
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Local fisherman within the coral reef

The stunning beach at Le Touessrok

Enjoy the various watersports provide by the
hotels

Fisherman returning with his catch

Sega dancing is very much a Mauritian
experience

Superb snorkelling and diving in the atoll and
on the reef

Most hotels offer Spa facilities

One of the many beach sports

A delightful tranquil beach

Deep sea fishing is a popular pastime

Solitude

Yachting can be arranged through your hotel

Fine dining in romantic settings
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Mauritius Accommodation
THE OBEROI (I)
Just north of the capital, Port Louis, the resort is set in
20 acres of tropical gardens along a 600 metre ocean front. There
are two swimming pools and tennis courts. Water skiing, windsurfing,
scuba diving and deep sea fishing are available. There is a fitness
centre, holistic spa and a beauty salon. The open-air restaurant
offers contemporary gourmet, French, Creole and Indian cuisine,
whilst pre dinner cocktails can be enjoyed at the Main Bar in front
of spectacular Indian Ocean sunsets. Accommodation is in luxury
pavilions with marble bathrooms, exotic gardens, four poster beds
and terraces. The larger villas have private pools and the exclusive
Royal villas offer separate living room and majestic sea views.
LE MERIDIEN ILE MAURICE (3)
Situated in a sheltered bay on the North West coast this
cosmopolitan resort offers 265 superbly furnished rooms and suites,
all sea facing with private terrace. The facilities include private
bath/shower,airconditioning,
satellite TV, mini bar and tea/coffee maker. Away from the main
building the 67 nirvana rooms are set in beautifully landscaped
gardens. Guests are pampered in unparalleled luxury and enjoy
complimentary in-room breakfast plus a dedicated lounge with non
alcoholic drinks and canapés all day. The hotel offers a Health Spa
and gym, sauna and Jacuzzi, as well as the Penguin Children’s Club.
There is a choice of four bars and restaurants serving a fusion of
European, Asian and Mauritian cuisine. Activities include tennis,
windsurfing, water skiing and other water sports.
HILTON RESORT AND SPA (4)
The hotel stands on one of the island’s most famous beaches,
Flic-en-Flac. A genuine 5-star resort hotel, it has 193
air-conditioned rooms and suites all facing out to sea and the
sunset. A choice of restaurants offer varied cuisine such as Thai,
Mediterranean, local and international fare. Another restaurant also
provides beach service. Apart from a variety of free water sports
such as water skiing, windsurfing, sailing and snorkelling guests
can also take part in Deep sea fishing, diving and horse riding
(charges apply). The hotel has a 9-hole golf course. The spa offers
treatments for the body, face, hair and even your mind. There is a
daily entertainment programme for adults and a Kids Club for
children aged 4 to 12 run by a team of qualified professionals.
LE TOUESSROK (5)
A stunning resort complex on the east coast combines
superb sandy beaches with a lagoon islet reached by a bridge. The
bedrooms and suites are furnished in a contemporary style and all
200 have a terrace or balcony and butler service. Facilities include
a choice of restaurants, bars, swimming
pools and evening entertainment. A Givenchy Spa provides a range of
treatments and there is a state-of-the-art fitness centre. A variety
of
complimentary water sports are available on Ile aux Cerfs which is
reached by boat. Here there is a fabulous beach, bars and
restaurants. For complete peace and tranquillity there is also a
boat service to Ilot Mangenie. There is also an 18 hole championship
golf course and guests do not pay green fees.
BEAU RIVAGE (6)
The 5 star deluxe hotel stands on a spectacular white sandy
beach at Belle Mare on the east coast of the island and is protected
by a coral reef. The thatched villa-style rooms are set beside the
beach and comprise of 162 superior rooms (upper floor) and deluxe
rooms (ground floor) plus 11 suites. Each has a sitting area,
balcony or terrace with sea view. There is a choice of restaurants
and to round off the day there is evening entertainment with local
musicians plus regular cabarets and sega shows. Activities are
included free of charge – gym, sauna, tennis, windsurfing, pedaloes,
canoes, mini sails, snorkelling and water skiing. A charge is
payable for scuba diving and game fishing. The ‘Little Mermaid’ club
entertains youngsters from 3 to 11 years old from 10.30 to 21.00 hrs
daily.
THE RESIDENCE MAURITIUS (7)
On the east coast between 25 acres of tropical gardens and a long
white sand beach, the hotel has 163 luxurious rooms and suites.
Rooms have full or side
ocean views with balcony or terrace, air-conditioning, a living area
and butler service. For dining, The Plantation has an ocean front
setting; the Dining Room is the main restaurant and the Verandah
serves light snacks. There is entertainment most evenings. The
Sanctuary, offers a range of treatments using ‘La Praire’ products.
Free leisure activities include water skiing, windsurfing, hobie
cats, canoes, snorkelling, paddle boats, fishing and flood-lit
tennis courts. Charges are applicable for deep sea fishing,
catamaran cruising, boat rental and scuba diving. The ‘Kids Club’ is
for children aged 3 to 12 and baby sitting is available.
ONE & ONLY ST. GERAN (8)
Affectionately known as the ‘Grande Dame of Mauritius’,
the resort has earned a superb reputation for high standards of
comfort and service. It is situated on the east coast of the island
with the ocean on one side and a lagoon on the other. There are 162
beautifully appointed suites plus The Villa with 2 bedrooms and a
private pool. All suites have an ocean or lagoon view and guests
have a personal butler. There is a choice of 3 restaurants, bars and
evening entertainment. The facilities are outstanding with a wide
choice of water sports, tennis, volleyball and a 9-hole Gary Player
designed golf course with complimentary green fees for residents. In
addition, there is the One & Only Spa with various health and beauty
treatments and a fitness centre offering personal tuition.
LEGENDS (9)
The hotel is set on a lovely bay in the north east corner of the
island and has 126 Superior and 46 deluxe rooms, each having a
terrace or balcony with sea view. Junior & Senior Suites are also
available. The hotel is designed on Feng Shui principles with rooms
designed to achieve a harmonious balance between one of the five
elements and their corresponding colours. There is a choice of 4
restaurants, Spa and Health Club, games room, floodlit tennis courts
and many free water sports activities. Scuba diving and jet skiing
are also available (charges applicable). The mini-club cares for
children between the ages of 3 to 11 and there is a club for
teenagers. The resort of Grand Baie with its marina, shops and cafes
is within easy reach.
PARADISE COVE HOTEL & SPA
(10)
This superb hotel is at the north of the island. The 67 guest rooms
are in one and two storey bungalow-style buildings set around the
secluded cove with spacious deluxe rooms, beautifully appointed Pondichery rooms and suites. Each
one has a sitting area and television
with video/cable channels, safe and a patio or balcony overlooking
the cove. There are two restaurants and a beach bar with the
emphasis on seafood, local and exotic cuisine. There is
entertainment nightly. Free activities include: glass bottom boat, pedaloes, catamaran cruise, canoes, snorkelling, sailing (Laser),
windsurfing and water skiing. Charges are applicable for deep sea
fishing, submarine safari, parasailing and scuba diving. The Cinq
Mondes spa offers a choice of treatments and massages.
MERVILLE BEACH (11)
This 3 star superior hotel is on a sandy beach on the north west
coast and is just 10 minutes walk from the lively resort of Grand
Baie. The hotel has 169 rooms in 3 categories; standard rooms in the
main building overlooking the gardens or pool; superior rooms either
in the 2 storey cottages in the gardens or in the newer Garden
Court, both with garden views; and deluxe rooms with sea views in
the Garden Court. There is a restaurant, shop and regular evening
entertainment. The swimming pool overlooks the beach and free water
sports include water skiing, windsurfing, snorkelling, mini sails
and glass bottom boats. Scuba diving can be arranged (charge
applicable). There is also a fitness centre, games room and floodlit
tennis courts.
TAMASSA (12)
The 4-star Tamassa, on the island’s south-west coast,
offers a truly Mauritian experience with traditional architecture
and contemporary décor. All 214 rooms have terrace or balcony with
sea view, air-conditioning, spacious bathroom with separate shower
and toilet, dressing rooms, satellite TV, mini bar, safe and
tea/coffee making facilities. There are two restaurants and two
bars. The main restaurant overlooking the pool is based on three
open kitchens offering a range of international cuisine, whilst the
more relaxing beach bar provides light lunches with evening themed
buffets and a la carte dining. Leisure facilities include 4 swimming
pools (including the pool in the spa), complimentary windsurfing,
sailing, snorkelling, glass bottom boat rides and water skiing, Spa
with 16 treatment rooms, gym and Kids Club for 3 to 12 year olds.
LE TELFAIR GOLF AND SPA RESORT (
13)
Located on the southern coast, the resort captures the colonial
spirit of Mauritius, offering a variety of luxury accommodation in
20 villas of 6 or 8 rooms. Each room provides a lounge area,
air-conditioning, satellite TV,DVD/CD, mini bar, tea & coffee making
facilities and room safe. A spacious bathroom adjoins with walk-in
shower, double vanity, dressing room and bathrobes. French windows
open out to private
balconies with beautiful sea or river views. A wide variety of
dining experiences are available at five outstanding restaurants and
two bars. The Six Senses Spa provides both ancient and modern
techniques whilst the ‘Kids Club’ welcomes children between 2 and 11
years. Leisure facilities include water sports, fitness gym, tennis
and a magnificent 600 sqm swimming pool. Adjoining the resort the
“Le Golf du Chateau” 18 hole championship course is an ideal year
round venue for golfing enthusiasts.
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