Réunion
It lacks excitement, maybe, but this friendly B&B down a little lane at the east end of St-Philippe is a safe bet. Rooms are ordinary, with immaculate…
Must-see hotels in Mauritius, Réunion & Seychelles
La Digue
We could talk about the local artwork on the walls, or about how the spacious rooms are squeaky clean (albeit a bit dated), but all you'll care about is…
Réunion
For something personal, try this jolly, hospitably run little bolthole with 13 rooms. Firm mattresses, colourful walls, a pool, plus a communal kitchen…
Mahé
The '80s-style exterior could use a facelift, but it's one of the least expensive resorts you'll find for a beachfront stay on Mahé. While there is…
Réunion
A good deal, this gîte occupies an attractive Creole house painted in blue. Expect a neat dorm (11 beds), back-friendly mattresses, salubrious bathrooms…
The North
Aimed squarely at honeymooners, this hotel is boutique in the sense of having an intimate feel, but it's also basic: the rooms are stylish and atmospheric…
Réunion
This small (some would say 'cramped') two-storey hotel is a good deal if you can get online specials. The rooms, which sport colourful walls and are…
Réunion
This B&B in a pert little case créole features two adjoining rooms enhanced with touches of colour, back-friendly mattresses and spotless bathrooms. Au…
Chamarel
These beautiful log cabins sleep between four and eight people and are tucked into the mountainside amid gnarled tropical trees. The decor stays true to…
Réunion
A five-minute stroll from the beach, this little two-storey résidence hôtelière (mini-resort) won't knock your socks off but it contains 15 modern, well…
The North
Right in the thick of things and across the road from the public beach, this old-timer looks dated from the front, but the rooms are surprisingly neat…
Ferme-Auberge Le Rond de Basse Vallée
Réunion
Head up the Route Forestière to find this ferme-auberge, a great place to commune with nature. There are four simple rooms with functional bathrooms in a…
Mahé
Lalla Panzi is not the beachfront paradise you were dreaming of, but it's a neat property leading down to the sea. This friendly guesthouse offers four…
The East
Run by a friendly métro couple, this B&B stands in a haven of tropical peace in a peaceful neighbourhood. The three adjoining rooms with their own…
Auberge du Cap Noir – Chez Raymonde
Réunion
Ideally sited on a hillside with swoony ocean views, this mellow, down-to-earth B&B offers four well-swept rooms at a price that won’t make you flinch…
Réunion
This little number, amid a tropical garden on the outskirts of town, was in a transition phase when we visited. Bathrooms in the 15 rooms should have been…
Mauritius
Andréa's 10 lovely cottages, along the sea, have gabled roofs and glass-panelled walls facing the rugged Ireland-esque coast. There's also a swimming pool…
Réunion
A stone's throw from the covered market and the seafront, this three-star abode has modern, stylish rooms in contemporary hues (has grey and taupe),…
Rodrigues
Still going strong after nearly 25 years in the business, charming Cotton Bay is the island's oldest hotel. The design scheme has an appealing Creole…
Réunion
If you're looking for the perfect compromise between style, atmosphere and seclusion, then look no further than this little slice of heaven immersed in…
Réunion
Under new management since 2018, this beautifully manicured haven that comprises 18 rooms is back with a vengeance. Although it's still missing something…
Réunion
Somewhere between a boutique hotel and B&B, the Bois Rouge has five stylish rooms with parquet flooring made of precious wood as well as cosy terraces…
Réunion
On an island where affordable-but-beautiful hotels are a rarity, this small-scale venture is a safe bet. The comfortable, modern rooms are arrayed around…
Praslin
The good people at the Islander are not setting out to win any 'best in its class' awards with their establishment but its virtue is the good condition of…
Réunion
Everything is ultra-laid-back at this homey venture on the main street, and your affable hosts will treat you like family. Digs are in four colourful…
Mahé
The Bliss Seaside building shelters eight rooms decorated with natural materials and ocean views that will leave you speechless. The Hillside rooms, in a…
Mahé
Your only concern here: whether to frolic on the beach now or first sip a cocktail at the restaurant. This long-standing venue on Takamaka beach features…
Réunion
This place is a bit tricky to find, tucked away in a side street in Étang-Salé-les-Hauts, but it's well worth the detour if you're after something quirky…
The East
This vaguely modernish venture on the main road is the only hotel in the area. It's an unexciting but reliable choice, with bare but serviceable rooms, an…
Réunion
This is a real find, provided you opt for the slightly dearer upstairs rooms. They're spacious, light-filled and come with a balcony and great mountain…
Mahé
This muscular villa was certainly not conceived by the most inspired architect on the island but inside it's much more welcoming, with six impeccable…
Réunion
What sets this chambre d'hôte apart are the stunning location amid sugarcane fields and the appealing architecture – no plain, concrete building, but a…
Le Vieil Alambic – Chez Jean-Luc d'Eurveilher
Réunion
Should you fall under the spell of charming Les Makes (no doubt you will), you can bunk down at this adorable B&B on the road to La Fenêtre, at an…
Grand Baie
Ocean Villas is recommended for its broad range of accommodation, from straightforward hotel rooms to self-catering units for up to eight people, sleek…
La Digue
Ever-expanding, this quiet option was working to open 10 new rooms when we visited last. All the spacious one- and two-bed bungalows feature comfortable…
Mauritius
Set directly along the sea and surrounded by a wild tropical garden, this quiet option features an L-shaped row of double-decker apartments. Rooms are…
Réunion
Opened in 2019, this U-shaped venture facing the beach has six categories of rooms, including some awesome rooftop suites with sensational sea views. At…
Réunion
This camping ground has modern, functional facilities, including a restaurant, but is located near L'Hermitage's clubs, so it may not be quiet on weekends…
L'Eucalyptus – Chez Marie-Claude Grondin
Réunion
Absolute peace and quiet prevail at this unfussy B&B. Choose between the dinky all-wood bungalow or one of the two simple rooms in a charming Creole…
Réunion
Comprising two buildings, the Central gets by on its handy location, a waddle away from restaurants, bars and shops. It offers bland, fairly identical…
