Réunion
The latest addition to St-Gilles' accomodation scene, Le Grand Bleu brings a dash of modernity with 20 rooms done out in blue and white and sparkling…
Must-see hotels in Mauritius, Réunion & Seychelles
Réunion
This well-run four-star abode in a restored Creole home offers a smooth stay, with 22 rooms that are imaginatively decked out in local style; those…
Réunion
You wouldn't guess it from the main road, but this efficiently-run B&B is one of the most atmospheric and relaxing places along the west coast. It…
Réunion
If you want to do Mafate in style, look no further than this well-run B&B on the northwestern outskirts of Marla. It features five surprisingly modern…
Réunion
If you want to do Aurère in style, make a beeline for this superb venture on the outskirts of the village, on the way to Îlet à Malheur. It features two…
The East
Relax and feel at home in this enchanting Creole house that has bags of charm and atmosphere. It's spacious, light and airy, with two bedrooms, spick-and…
Seychelles
No TV. No air-con. No phones. No pool. Just you, masses of birds, 24 giant turtles, the inky-blue ocean and sensational beaches. Enjoy this slice of…
Seychelles
Impressive Denis Private Island is essentially Swiss Family Robinson meets stylish travel magazine. The 25 villas are just steps from the dazzling white…
Réunion
You can get a better understanding of the environment and traditional life of the Cirque de Cilaos by visiting Îlet Chicot, which can be reached by foot…
Mauritius
If you're hoping to partake in the Mauritian chambre d'hôte experience, look no further – Les Lataniers Bleus offers local hospitality at its finest…
Seychelles
This laid-back establishment seduces those who stay here with a row of 22 cosy A-framed beach bungalows and five villas that have direct access to the…
Coco de Mer Hotel & Black Parrot Suites
Praslin
The exclusive Black Parrot Suites, perched on a headland with fantastic ocean views, affords serious cosseting and a hideaway: the 12 stylish suites and…
Praslin
Almost too good to be true. A location scout's dream, this self-catering villa perched on a hilltop offers million-dollar views of Curieuse and Praslin's…
Mahé
If you're after hush and seclusion, then these three timbered chalets, outstandingly positioned in the velvety emerald hills above Anse Royale, are the…
Réunion
This upmarket B&B nestled amid sugar-cane fields has a small pool, an outdoor Jacuzzi and lush tropical garden with staggering views of the coast. There…
Mauritius
One of Mauritius' most delightful hotels, the Belle Mare Plage ticks most boxes. Pass through the inviting lobby – scented with vanilla and ylang-ylang,…
Rodrigues
Down a gravel track in Jean Tac, east of Anse aux Anglais, this fine guesthouse has big-horizon views and a sense of having left the world behind. The…
Flic en Flac
Mauritius' oldest resort shares the same management as Sugar Beach next door, but there's a completely different feel here. Rather than a colonial-manse…
Veranda Pointe aux Biches Hotel
The North
Extremely good value, this outpost of the Veranda chain mixes simplicity in the rooms (think pine bunk beds in the family rooms) with the reassuringly…
Praslin
Dhevatara is sleek and imaginative, a boutique-like luxury venture loaded with more cool than any other on the island. With only 10 rooms divided into two…
Réunion
Its sensational position across the road from the small beach in the Terre Sainte neighbourhood is the main drawcard here. The six rooms, which are done…
Labourdonnais Waterfront Hotel
Port Louis
An ultrasmart business hotel on the Caudan Waterfront, the Labourdonnais has excellent, light-filled rooms – even the standard ones are huge – and an…
La Digue
This peaceful place is set around a shapely pool and deck area. There are three rooms (two doubles and a triple), as well as six one-bedroom apartments…
The North
These stylish, modern apartments, each with an expansive balcony overlooking the pool and small beach, are a fine choice. The beach isn't really for…
Club Med La Plantation d'Albion
Mauritius
Forget what you know about the Club Med chain: this is one of the finest resorts on the island, with acres of groomed gardens and savvy design that fuses…
Mauritius
Recently reopened after a major and much-needed overhaul, this is now a modern resort hotel on a prime patch of beachfront real estate. The rooms are…
Tamarina Golf & Spa Boutique Hotel
Mauritius
Golf enthusiasts should consider leasing a luxurious villa here – rental packages include golfing privileges on its golf course. As the four-star resort…
Mauritius
On the southern side of Blue Bay, this relaxed, family-friendly resort rambles across a private peninsula with luscious jungle foliage. It has three…
Rodrigues
A block (or a rather long stone's throw through the filao trees) from Pointe Coton's quiet beach, Kafe Marron is a stylish little guesthouse that blends…
Mahé
The epitome of a luxurious island retreat, this Round Island resort, within Ste Anne Marine National Park, has stunning, spacious villas turned out in a…
Mahé
Tranquillity: this family-friendly place has 12 sparkling-clean, fully equipped bungalows that are well spaced out; recent furniture and mattresses;…
Réunion
Run by Christine (hence the name), this boutique-style maison d'hôte (guesthouse), perched on the side of a hill, rejuvenates the weariest of travellers…
Mauritius
Is this a vision of the future? The luxury apartments at La Balise Marina may be the first signs of an upmarket-tourism surge in the area. You've all the…
Flic en Flac
With gorgeous views from the beachside pool onto Tamarin Bay and towards Le Morne, this sophisticated yet unpretentious option has an airy, tropical…
Mauritius
Opened in late 2015, this fine South African–run complex has stunning, spacious, contemporary apartments, many with their own splash pool, and a real…
The North
This very large, stylish establishment enjoys an idyllic location miles from the mass tourism found further down the coast. Guests have the run of the…
Rodrigues
When St François was known for its end-of-the-world seclusion, this charming Tudor-style lodge was the only place to hang your hat. The well-maintained…
Mauritius
Fronting onto the beach in Pointe d'Esny, this fine spot styles itself as a luxury boutique hotel without the prohibitive price tag. Rooms, all decked in…
Flic en Flac
With its mock plantation mansion look and wonderfully colonial lawns, Sugar Beach caters to a huge number of people coming to enjoy the smart setting and…
Mahé
This venture strikes a perfect balance between luxury, seclusion and privacy (there are only 24 villas), on a hillside. This is a romantic resort,…
