Le Jardin de Beau Vallon

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 suites and bungalows on the property that make for a memorable vacation experience, as long as you don't mind being a 10-minute drive to the beach.

Perched above the restaurant, the two welcoming suites draw their decorative inspiration from Madagascar and East Asia – vibrant tapestries tumble down the walls and four-poster beds are ensconced in a tornado of silky streamers. Several newer bungalows are arranged in a row just beyond the main building and are adorned with plantation-style incarnations of wood and wicker.


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