Legends
This very large, stylish establishment enjoys an idyllic location miles from the mass tourism found further down the coast.
This very large, stylish establishment enjoys an idyllic location miles from the mass tourism found further down the coast.
Up on a hill in Crève Coeur, the Pointe Veńus is the area's best attempt at high-end luxury. While the public areas are charming and well manicured, the rooms are rather ho-hum, sporting standard catalogue furniture.
What a find! The Bay comes pretty darn close to boutique chic while still keeping prices relatively low. The thoughtfully decorated rooms (think bright pillows and artsy wall hangings) are arranged on two floors around a white-walled courtyard.
Still sporting that new-car smell, these attractive apartments are set in a scenic palm grove visited by chirping birds.
The Heritage Awali prefers an African heritage, with abounding masks, drums and tribal art.
The Heritage Le Telfair has perfectly captured the luxury and grandeur of the island's colonial yesteryears.
Hibiscus boasts a stone path that wends past thick jungle-like gardens, a super pool and a private beach of sorts (although there's quite a bit of rock to negotiate). Accommodation is in clean, comfortable rooms in three-storey blocks.
Another ravishing Beachcomber beauty, with a sprawling campus of 172 suites. Named for the first moniker given to the island by Arab merchants in the 10th century. Rated 'five-star plus' – and it lives up to the expectations.
On the south side of Blue Bay, this relaxed and family-friendly resort rambles across a private peninsula garnished with luscious jungle foliage.
The second development of the luxury masterminds behind the notoriously high-end Ananda in the Himalayas. A spa retreat theme has been recently abandoned for pure five-star comfort.
Set in a breezy garden facing the public beach in Belle Mare, Emeraude is breath of fresh air from the sky-high walls of the neighbouring five-star compounds.
Located just outside the town centre, Port Mathurin's most upmarket option lives in a converted colonial mansion that feels somewhat like an old schoolhouse.
Perfectly manicured grounds sprinkled with luxurious villas. Oozes jet-set charm from the entry gate to the sleek seaside resto-lounge. Half-board rates are available for an additional €60 per person.
These villas – the most luxurious on the north coast – are a steal if you're travelling with family or friends. Trendy Asian-inspired decor permeates the lavish open-air floorplans.
Large two-storey property located 300m south of Le Preskîl, with travertine floors, an American-style kitchen and spacious bedrooms. Sleeps six.
One of Mauritius' most delightful and exclusive hotels, the Belle Mare Plage quite simply ticks every box.
This traditional Mauritian beach house feels slightly Mediterranean with its white-and-blue colour scheme. The pool is tucked within an interior courtyard and the backyard faces a wild stretch of sand and sea.
Tucked down a back street away from the coastal buzz, this quiet option is a good deal for large families, but the furnishings need updating.
Sheltered by a massive roof of thatch and bamboo, this opulent retreat feels decidedly Asian in theme with abounding bursts of fuchsia and orange.
Located in Beau Champ, slightly south of Trou d'Eau Douce, the Four Seasons Resort is part of a vast luxury complex known as Anahita.
The longest-established hotel in Grande Gaube is a pleasant surprise.
Set among imposing homes on a residential street away from the sea, this stately chambre d'hôte is a real find.
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