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…
Must-see hotels in Mauritius
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…
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…
Mauritius
Evoking the forgotten grandeur of colonial India, the Residence's vast complex of hotel rooms occupies an enviable stretch of sand. Rooms are simply…
Rodrigues
Adorable studio accommodation in Baie Malagache, southwest of Port Mathurin, is what's on offer here. The rooms have a hint of whitewash and bamboo about…
The North
Zilwa Attitude is a lovely four-star place with all the features you'd expect from this excellent chain. These include an infinity pool with fabulous…
Chamarel
Plucked from the sky-scraping ridges of Réunion, this lovely chambre d'hôte feels miles away from anything else in Mauritius. A quaint Creole-style option…
Grand Baie
On a lovely quiet stretch of beach that looks across the bay, this classy boutique hotel is one of our favourite upmarket places in Grand Baie. Intimate…
Mauritius
The Heritage Le Telfair has perfectly captured the luxury and grandeur of the island's colonial yesteryear, with stately rooms, expansive grounds,…
Mauritius
A ravishing Beachcomber beauty, with a sprawling campus of 172 suites, this property is named after the first moniker given to the island by Arab…
The North
Large and luxurious serviced apartments on a quiet stretch of beach are what Plage Bleue is all about. Each has Weber gas barbecues and Nespresso coffee…
Mauritius
It's difficult to find fault with this uber-luxurious place, where the rooms have lovely hardwood floors and ceilings, a marvellous sense of light and…
The North
The attractive apartments here, a block from the beach, all overlook the pool and there's a stylish cafe. Everything from the garden areas to the service…
Mauritius
Elegance and luxury as we've come to expect from the Lux team, with the full range of superb rooms, fine dining, cocktails with a view and plenty of…
Mauritius
From modern studios to large multibedroom apartments, friendly Ropsen proffers such a vast array of high-quality options that you'll start to think every…
Mauritius
Beautiful modern apartments with understated flair make this place one of the best complexes along this stretch of road. Contemporary art, designer…
Grand Baie
The flagship of the Beachcomber group, the Royal Palm is the pinnacle of luxury and a veritable playground for the rich and famous. Staff don safari…
Mauritius
Around halfway between La Gaulette and Le Morne, these self-catering apartments get the thumbs up from travellers – budget prices within sight of Le Morne…
Rodrigues
This excellent little guesthouse along the northwestern coast is a real find. The rooms are more warmly decorated than most in this price category and the…
Mauritius
Part of the smart but reasonably priced Attitude chain, this place on Trou d'Eau Douce's northern outskirts is a refreshingly accessible slice of semi…
Mauritius
Stunning sea views, luxurious accommodation, a golf course and endless activities. What more could you ask for? Not to be missed is the fresh seafood at…
The North
Set back from the main road, but a short walk from the beach, this gorgeous hotel has a vaguely boutique feel, with beautifully appointed rooms and good…
Mauritius
Beau Vallon is primarily known for its charming restaurant, set on the ground floor of an 18th-century colonial manor house. There are, however, several…
Rodrigues
This friendly spot, run by the same people that brought you Auberge du Lagon, welcomes guests with wallet-pleasing prices and simple digs painted in…
Mauritius
Staying at Henri and Majo's welcoming chambre d'hôte feels like a trip to the countryside to visit your long-lost uncle and aunt. Rooms are lovingly…
The North
German-owned Maritim Hotel has an enviable position out of the wind on Turtle Bay and attractive, luxury rooms. Its main plus is a 25-hectare park,…
Mauritius
Besides a stretch of gorgeous beach where the peninsula runs into the sea, Riu Le Morne's strong suit is the wide range of activities, including…
Flic en Flac
Perched atop Pasadena Village, Aanari attempts boutique sophistication with a clutch of oriental statues and it does a pretty good job of removing itself…
Mauritius
Squeeze down a side road on the way to Tamarin Beach and you'll uncover the famous Chez Jacques. Forty years ago Jacques' parents opened their home to…
Rodrigues
The Mourouk Ebony waits at the end of a wiggling mountain road, and is easily recognised from afar by its bright-orange roofing. The grounds feature…
