This fully-loaded, kid-friendly, three-and-a-half-pearl, beachfront resort is far enough from the hustle and bustle to be quiet, yet just a 25-minute drive to the main tourist hub of Grand Baie. Besides a crystal clear lagoon, there are three pools plus a full-service spa for those seeking a pampering session. Families are catered to with kids' and teens' clubs, and the resort offers an impressive selection of free activities. Though high-end toiletries, free Wi-Fi, and ocean views from some rooms are nice perks, but the style is a let down and a bit dated. There are no other comparable resorts in the immediate area, so if you want to stay slightly secluded in the north -- this is it.
This fully-loaded, kid-friendly, three-and-a-half-pearl, beachfront resort is far enough from the hustle and bustle to be quiet, yet just a 25-minute drive to the main tourist hub of Grand Baie. Besides a crystal clear lagoon, there are three pools plus a full-service spa for those seeking a pampering session. Families are catered to with kids' and teens' clubs, and the resort offers an impressive selection of free activities. Though high-end toiletries, free Wi-Fi, and ocean views from some rooms are nice perks, but the style is a let down and a bit dated. There are no other comparable resorts in the immediate area, so if you want to stay slightly secluded in the north -- this is it.
Set up like a small village, the four-and-a-half-pearl Radisson Blu Azuri Resort & Spa, Mauritius is a family-friendly compound on Mauritius' northeast coast. Because there is little in the surrounding area besides farmland and wilderness, Azuri provides a wealth of on-site features -- four restaurants, two bars, ocean-facing pool, full spa and fitness center, and kids' club -- plus a daily calendar of organized activities, like yoga classes, bike trips, and water polo. Azuri's beach faces an extraordinary blue lagoon, and guests spend much of their days sailing and snorkeling and exploring the mangroves in kayaks (non-motorized water sports are free). Its 100 rooms are fresh and airy; all have private balconies or outdoor space, flat-screen TVs, and modern bathrooms with separate tubs and rainfall showers. Couples might prefer Azuri's adult-only sister property Poste Lafayette, a short drive down the coast.
Set up like a small village, the four-and-a-half-pearl Radisson Blu Azuri Resort & Spa, Mauritius is a family-friendly compound on Mauritius' northeast coast. Because there is little in the surrounding area besides farmland and wilderness, Azuri provides a wealth of on-site features -- four restaurants, two bars, ocean-facing pool, full spa and fitness center, and kids' club -- plus a daily calendar of organized activities, like yoga classes, bike trips, and water polo. Azuri's beach faces an extraordinary blue lagoon, and guests spend much of their days sailing and snorkeling and exploring the mangroves in kayaks (non-motorized water sports are free). Its 100 rooms are fresh and airy; all have private balconies or outdoor space, flat-screen TVs, and modern bathrooms with separate tubs and rainfall showers. Couples might prefer Azuri's adult-only sister property Poste Lafayette, a short drive down the coast.
Radisson Blu Poste Lafayette Resort & Spa, Mauritius is an upscale adults-only property on Mauritius' northeast coast. For an all-inclusive from an international brand, the resort is surprisingly intimate. There are three restaurants, a spa, and a fitness center, but only one bar and pool. The resort’s 100 rooms have streamlined beachy decor, flat-screen TVs, and minibars. Superior-level units have private patios and terraces -- many with lagoon views and some with direct beach access. While Poste Lafayette's secluded location, scaled-down size and features, and adults-only policy are great for couples, families could try Radisson Blu Azuri Resort & Spa, Mauritius, the kid-friendly sister property a short drive up the coast.
Radisson Blu Poste Lafayette Resort & Spa, Mauritius is an upscale adults-only property on Mauritius' northeast coast. For an all-inclusive from an international brand, the resort is surprisingly intimate. There are three restaurants, a spa, and a fitness center, but only one bar and pool. The resort’s 100 rooms have streamlined beachy decor, flat-screen TVs, and minibars. Superior-level units have private patios and terraces -- many with lagoon views and some with direct beach access. While Poste Lafayette's secluded location, scaled-down size and features, and adults-only policy are great for couples, families could try Radisson Blu Azuri Resort & Spa, Mauritius, the kid-friendly sister property a short drive up the coast.
Situated in Mauritius’ quieter northeast region, the mid-range Jalsa Beach Hotel and Spa is ideally suited for travelers seeking a bit more to do than offered by most of the island’s mid-range hotels. There’s little in the surrounding area, but the solid list of resort-style amenities: a semi-private beach, a beautiful pool with an adjacent bar, and a large, open-air, buffet restaurant with all-day dining -- should keep most travelers happy. All 66 rooms blend traditional and contemporary design elements and feature flat-screen TVs, mini-fridges, and private patios/balconies. Suites upgrade to spacious, multi-room layouts and sea-view balconies. Radisson Blu Poste Lafayette Resort & Spa, Mauritius offers more sophistication in an adult-only, all-inclusive package for slightly higher rates.
Situated in Mauritius’ quieter northeast region, the mid-range Jalsa Beach Hotel and Spa is ideally suited for travelers seeking a bit more to do than offered by most of the island’s mid-range hotels. There’s little in the surrounding area, but the solid list of resort-style amenities: a semi-private beach, a beautiful pool with an adjacent bar, and a large, open-air, buffet restaurant with all-day dining -- should keep most travelers happy. All 66 rooms blend traditional and contemporary design elements and feature flat-screen TVs, mini-fridges, and private patios/balconies. Suites upgrade to spacious, multi-room layouts and sea-view balconies. Radisson Blu Poste Lafayette Resort & Spa, Mauritius offers more sophistication in an adult-only, all-inclusive package for slightly higher rates.
The 200-room, plantation-style Preskil Island Resort delivers upscale big-resort features in a secluded, small-island setting. Preskil's location is superlative; a 15-minute drive from the airport, the all-inclusive sits on a peninsula in Mauritius' largest lagoon, with views of the crystal-clear water, green mountains, and lagoon islands. Features are extensive and include two pools, three restaurants, a kids' club, and spa -- but the most enticing is the wide beachfront expanse with free water sports, like sailing, water skiing, and stand-up paddleboarding. All rooms at Preskil come with flat-screen TVs, air-conditioning, free tea and coffee, and either balconies or terraces. The nearby Shandrani Beachcomber Resort & Spa is more luxurious and elaborate, but rates are higher and airport noise more intrusive there.
The 200-room, plantation-style Preskil Island Resort delivers upscale big-resort features in a secluded, small-island setting. Preskil's location is superlative; a 15-minute drive from the airport, the all-inclusive sits on a peninsula in Mauritius' largest lagoon, with views of the crystal-clear water, green mountains, and lagoon islands. Features are extensive and include two pools, three restaurants, a kids' club, and spa -- but the most enticing is the wide beachfront expanse with free water sports, like sailing, water skiing, and stand-up paddleboarding. All rooms at Preskil come with flat-screen TVs, air-conditioning, free tea and coffee, and either balconies or terraces. The nearby Shandrani Beachcomber Resort & Spa is more luxurious and elaborate, but rates are higher and airport noise more intrusive there.
Opened in 2013, the upscale Zilwa Attitude is a modern, eco-chic all-inclusive resort with a sublime lagoon setting. There are four pools, but most guests prefer to hang out in one of the sandy beach areas or paddle around the lagoon. A few of Zilwa's seven dining options are set by the water -- there are daily barbecue lunches held at one of the hotel's private islands in the lagoon, plus a toes-in-the-sand restaurant and bar. Land-based features include a fitness center and tennis court, excellent kids' club, and secluded spa. The 214 minimalist rooms are inspired by traditional Mauritian beach bungalows; all have free Wi-Fi, private terraces or balconies, and open bathrooms with rainfall showers. Zilwa appeals to families, couples, and groups, but some adult travelers might prefer the kid-free atmosphere of TUI Sensimar Lagoon Mauritius, a nearby adults-only resort.
Opened in 2013, the upscale Zilwa Attitude is a modern, eco-chic all-inclusive resort with a sublime lagoon setting. There are four pools, but most guests prefer to hang out in one of the sandy beach areas or paddle around the lagoon. A few of Zilwa's seven dining options are set by the water -- there are daily barbecue lunches held at one of the hotel's private islands in the lagoon, plus a toes-in-the-sand restaurant and bar. Land-based features include a fitness center and tennis court, excellent kids' club, and secluded spa. The 214 minimalist rooms are inspired by traditional Mauritian beach bungalows; all have free Wi-Fi, private terraces or balconies, and open bathrooms with rainfall showers. Zilwa appeals to families, couples, and groups, but some adult travelers might prefer the kid-free atmosphere of TUI Sensimar Lagoon Mauritius, a nearby adults-only resort.