Best Luxury Hotels in Mauritius

True to its name, Long Beach graces Mauritius’ renowned coastline, boasting the longest and widest stretch of white sand at any Mauritian resort, spanning 1.3km. Located in Belle Mare, Long Beach is designed as a modern Mauritian beach house, featuring fresh whites, driftwood tones, grey stonework, and clean lines. The resort offers three outdoor pools set amidst garden-filled grounds, including an infinity pool exclusively for adults. Guests can enjoy a variety of dining options with five restaurants and unwind with cocktails at sunset in one of the five bars. The rooms at Long Beach have been meticulously redesigned to fully immerse guests in the natural beauty of the surroundings, each featuring a private outdoor space to enjoy the spectacular views with unrivalled privacy.

Located on the east coast and named after the deep orange sky of a Mauritian sunset, this all-inclusive four-star resort is an adults-only sanctuary offering the bliss of escapism. Nestled on a 700-metre stretch of white sandy beach that unfurls into a sparkling tropical lagoon, the resort is a true castaway paradise. Ambre boasts 297 rooms dispersed throughout lush, tropical gardens, each designed to feel like a private beach house. With white and earthy tones accentuated by vibrant colours, the rooms are bathed in sunlight and the refreshing ocean breeze. The recently redesigned rooms at Ambre usher in a new era of elegance, featuring a contemporary aesthetic. Embracing local craftsmanship, the new rooms at Ambre reflect the cultural essence of Mauritius with sophisticated clean lines and neutral tones, creating a calming and tranquil atmosphere.

The bohemian village of La Pirogue was the first hotel to open on Mauritius’ west coast, also known as the sunset coast, in 1976. It embodies the warm and welcoming Mauritian hospitality and culture. La Pirogue is celebrated for its exotic gardens that seamlessly blend the beauty of nature with luxury. Capturing the essence of Mauritius, the resort resembles a traditional fishing village, featuring thatched bungalows reminiscent of pirogue canoes. These bungalows, crafted from wood and volcanic rock, house the resort’s 248 rooms. Travellers can embark on a culinary journey, enjoying Mauritian specialities and Asian favourites. Additionally, Le Morne Beach Bar invites guests to relax on the white sand beach with a frozen Margarita, accompanied by the soft sounds of reggae and Sega music drifting through the air.

This stunning basalt beachfront retreat is set on Turtle Bay and comes complete with a number of luxury pavilions and pristine private pool villas that are set in perfectly manicured tropical gardens. The Oberoi has long had a reputation of being one of the most romantic islands in the whole of Mauritius and guests are treated to plenty of privacy as well as a first rate service. People who choose one of the luxurious villas will be treated to full use of their own dining pavilion as well as a butler service that means that they never need to see another guest if they do not wish, while enjoying cocktails here as the sun slowly sets over the ocean is an enchanting experience.

A UNESCO nature reserve, beside a sandy beach and preserved lagoon, is the setting for Heritage Awali. This creates a stunning backdrop for Le Château, an 18-hole championship golf course, the only 9-hole with Par-3s and footgolf course on the island and the new La Réserve Golf Links, exclusive to guests. The grounds are also home to the Seven Colours Spa, built in the style of an African village, a beach club and bar and the main hotel, a 19th-century plantation-style house. There are 163 bedrooms in total, including coastal villas with pools, jacuzzis and butlers on hand to elevate your stay. Heritage Awali’s all-inclusive package provides access to many onsite restaurants, offering Italian, Indian, BBQ, locavore concept and buffet fare.