Mauritius
The sense of perfect tranquillity is immediately striking as you pass through the entryway – this is a world unto itself that knows no limit to luxury…
Must-see hotels in Mauritius
Mauritius
Le Saint Géran is classic Mauritian luxury at its finest. And the clientele seems to agree. The resort sees more repeat customers than most top-end hotels…
Cap Malheureux
A five-star, adults-only boutique resort aimed at honeymooners, understated Paradise Cove is as luxurious as its name suggests – it won first prize for…
Mauritius
Le Touessrok has one of the best reputations on the island, and the accolades are well deserved. Rambling across a sandy peninsula, it blends Moorish…
Four Seasons Resort at Anahita
Mauritius
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 and features a…
Mauritius
One of the loveliest places to stay along the south coast, and among the island's signature resorts, the Shanti Maurice oozes luxury. All of the expansive…
Grand Baie
Perhaps the boutiquiest resort on the island, 20° Sud has a cache of chic, plantation-inspired rooms. Walls are lavished with prim white paint, accented…
Mauritius
Set among imposing homes on a residential street away from the sea, this stately chambre d'hôte is a real find. Although the whitewashed facade, gabled…
Rodrigues
Laval and Françoise Baptiste's inviting seaside retreat has sun-drenched rooms in charming case-style abodes, all with wonderfully unobstructed sea views…
Mauritius
We're yet to hear a bad word about La Maison d'Été, one of Mauritius' top B&Bs, and we can understand why. The Franco-Mauritian owners have hit the nail…
Mauritius
What a find! The Bay comes pretty darn close to boutique chic while still keeping prices relatively low. The thoughtfully decorated rooms (bright pillows,…
Grand Baie
Once known as Chez Vaco for the artist's enchanting paintings adorning almost every wall, this wonderful guesthouse now takes its name from the badamier…
The North
Easily the most stylish option in Trou aux Biches, Le Sakoa is instantly recognisable by its high-pitched roofs that match the neighbouring palms in both…
Port Louis
Le Suffren is the trendier but quieter sister to the Labourdonnais, and just a short complimentary water-taxi ride away. For better or worse, you feel as…
The North
The longest-established hotel in Grande Gaube is a pleasant surprise. It's small enough not to be overwhelming, yet offers all the amenities required for…
Chamarel
This 'exclusive lodge' in the countryside around Chamarel is a wonderfully conceived collection of rustic (yet oh-so-elegant) cabins offering a blissful…
The North
Uber-luxury is the name of the game at five-star Trou aux Biches Resort & Spa, with its clutch of traditionally inspired beachside suites and villas. The…
Mauritius
The Auberge de St Aubin has three rooms in the plantation manse across from the main building of the estate. The bedroom at the front perfectly captures…
Rodrigues
One of the most beautiful places to stay on the island, this all-white oasis where the road ends in Mourouk is classy, understated luxury. Large and…
The North
Owned by friendly Belgians, this lovely B&B is the area's only worthy contender in the guesthouse category. Rooms feature simple yet tasteful furnishings,…
The North
Set in expansive gardens, the Oberoi boasts a gorgeous beach and stunning grounds, including a high-flowing waterfall that dominates the landscape. The…
Mauritius
Set in a breezy garden across the road from the public beach in Belle Mare, Émeraude is a breath of fresh air compared to the sky-high walls of the…
Rodrigues
These attractive four- to six-person apartments are set in a scenic palm grove visited by chirping birds. The outside design incorporates colourful Creole…
The North
Le Récif is a stylish, three-star, superior beachfront resort with attractively turned-out rooms and a surprisingly reasonable price tag. The soothing…
Rodrigues
Arguably the finest address on Rodrigues, this stunning place has supremely comfortable, free-standing cabins arrayed around a rocky headland that slopes…
Grand Baie
Easily among the best-value options on the island, this charming and warmly inviting guesthouse has one mantra in mind: customer service. Rooms are simple…
Mauritius
This fabulous place at the northern end of town is one of La Gaulette's best sleeping options. The rooms are flooded with natural light and have excellent…
Mauritius
Go one better than staying at a five-star resort and rent your own private island! This four-bedroom masterpiece sits on its own islet attached to the…
Mauritius
When you dream of a Mauritian idyll, this might be the place you're thinking of. This resort does everything and does it well: uber-luxurious rooms, top…
Mauritius
On the slopes of Lion Mountain, La Hacienda has four stunning villas with some of the best views on this side of the island. The self-contained villas…
Flic en Flac
Perfectly manicured grounds sprinkled with luxurious villas lie at Maradiva. The place oozes charm, serenity and impeccable service, from the entry gate…
Outrigger Mauritius Beach Resort
Mauritius
A high-class resort with a range of restaurants, a poolside bar perfectly sited to frame the sunset, a spa complex and large and lovely rooms – Outrigger…
Grand Baie
Right out near the tip of Pointe aux Cannoniers, this lovely place has stunningly turned out rooms, suites and villas, with subtle aquamarine colours and…
Mauritius
The Awali celebrates an African heritage, with abounding masks, drums and tribal art. There's also a golf course and a spa complex for the ultimate…
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…
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…
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…
