Réunion
Simplicity, character and a great welcome make Le Four à Pain special. Rooms, in two adorable Creole-style cottages, are light and fresh with contemporary…
Must-see hotels in Réunion
Réunion
One of southern Réunion's best-kept secrets, this rural paradise surrounded by forest and sugar-cane fields is a great place to come down a few gears. Way…
The East
You wouldn't guess from outside, but this B&B housed in a converted supermarket (yes!) is a great find. Push the door open and you're in another reality:…
The East
What a surprise it is to come upon a boutique hotel in such a remote location – Diana Dea Lodge is set high in the hills above Ste-Anne (it's signposted)…
Réunion
Occupying a converted Creole mansion, this oh-so-chic maison d'hôte is the epitome of a refined cocoon, revelling quietly in minimalist lines, soothing…
Réunion
A true find for peace seekers, Senteur Vanille makes you feel like you've stepped into a Garden of Eden, with mango, lychee and papaya trees all over the…
Réunion
The owners are passionate about Creole culture and have renovated this mansion with a happy respect for the spirit of the place. Curl up with your sweetie…
Réunion
Your heart will lift at the dreamy views over the coast; your body will rejuvenate with the Valatchy family's healthy meals (€27, certain evenings); your…
Réunion
Swap stress for bliss at this enticing venue in a splendid property five-minutes' walk from the centre. Handsome, well-thought-out and practical, the…
Réunion
This delightful hotel on the southern outskirts of St-Leu adds a welcoming touch of glam to the local hotel scene, with just 12 artfully designed rooms…
Réunion
An excellent surprise, with tasteful decor, a fantastic tropical garden and a stunning pool looking straight out to the sea. The nine apartments, three of…
Réunion
You'd never guess it from the road but this guesthouse is a great find. The ground floor is occupied by a smart lounge area, one six-bed room, two squeaky…
Réunion
This gîte set in a Creole house has all the hallmarks of a great deal: well-maintained dorms that can sleep six people, practical shared bathrooms, a…
Les Hautes Plaines & the Volcano
A stylish B&B in Bourg-Murat? Yes it's possible. When a young couple from Salazie opened this place in 2018, it was an instant hit. It's not perfect –…
Réunion
This excellent budget option – by far our favourite gîte in town – is owner-run and it shows. It occupies an agreeable Creole house that was skilfully…
Réunion
If you’re after hush and seclusion, these four stand-alone Creole-style bungalows scattered in an Eden-like garden are the answer. They're spacious and…
Réunion
The latest addition to St-Gilles' accomodation scene, Le Grand Bleu brings a dash of modernity with 20 rooms done out in blue and white and sparkling…
Réunion
This well-run four-star abode in a restored Creole home offers a smooth stay, with 22 rooms that are imaginatively decked out in local style; those…
Réunion
You wouldn't guess it from the main road, but this efficiently-run B&B is one of the most atmospheric and relaxing places along the west coast. It…
Réunion
If you want to do Mafate in style, look no further than this well-run B&B on the northwestern outskirts of Marla. It features five surprisingly modern…
Réunion
If you want to do Aurère in style, make a beeline for this superb venture on the outskirts of the village, on the way to Îlet à Malheur. It features two…
The East
Relax and feel at home in this enchanting Creole house that has bags of charm and atmosphere. It's spacious, light and airy, with two bedrooms, spick-and…
Réunion
You can get a better understanding of the environment and traditional life of the Cirque de Cilaos by visiting Îlet Chicot, which can be reached by foot…
Réunion
This upmarket B&B nestled amid sugar-cane fields has a small pool, an outdoor Jacuzzi and lush tropical garden with staggering views of the coast. There…
Réunion
Its sensational position across the road from the small beach in the Terre Sainte neighbourhood is the main drawcard here. The six rooms, which are done…
Réunion
Run by Christine (hence the name), this boutique-style maison d'hôte (guesthouse), perched on the side of a hill, rejuvenates the weariest of travellers…
Les Hautes Plaines & the Volcano
At the end of the forest road that crosses the majestic Forêt de Bébour-Bélouve, about 25km away from Plaine-des-Palmistes, this gîte (walkers' lodge) is…
Les Hautes Plaines & the Volcano
If you wish to stop overnight to soak up this grand scenery, the 65-bed Gîte du Volcan has a stunning location, a 15-minute walk from Pas de Bellecombe…
Réunion
The German owners have long lived in Africa – hence the name. Their B&B features six rooms that are individually designed, with such themes as Kreol,…
Réunion
Spending a night at this original chambre d'hôte makes a good story to tell the folks back home. Your hosts have a passion for vacoa and pinpin (the palm…
Réunion
The most obvious place to spend the night if you're climbing Piton des Neiges (3071m). Reached after three hours from Cilaos, this spartan gîte, at 2478m,…
Réunion
The Iloha is a very good all-round hotel-resort set in a sprawling property north of town. Its tidy rooms and simply designed bungalows offer a great…
Les Hautes Plaines & the Volcano
In a quiet location on the eastern edge of town, this rambling two-star hotel consists of several buildings that shelter clean yet ordinary rooms that…
Les Hauts de St-Paul
The main reason to stay at this no-frills yet practical establishment hidden in Sans Souci les Hauts, about 10km northeast of St-Paul, is if you're hiking…
The East
Near the lighthouse, this compact tropical cocoon offers five wooden bungalows that are set in an exuberant garden. They're fairly ramshackle and filled…
Les Hautes Plaines & the Volcano
Not your average gîte, this little cracker radiates a ramshackle air, from the quirky facade, which is entirely covered with thongs, to the all-wood…
Réunion
Le Saint-Alexis is a quirkily laid-out resort at the southern tip of the main beach. The rooms are all arrayed around a central patio, which means that…
Réunion
It's wonderful to be so near St-Joseph (2.5km), yet in such a serene spot. Sylvie, your hostess, offers two light-flooded rooms with sloping ceilings…
Réunion
The closest thing to a hostel you'll find in St-Pierre, this well-run place has spotlessly clean rooms and an optimal location near the seafront. Air-con…
Réunion
Mercure Créolia is located some 4km south of the city centre in a tranquil neighbourhood; your efforts in getting here are rewarded with splendid views…
