Mauritius - Beachcomber Experience
Mauritius also caters for any activity you can name whether it’s scuba diving, horse riding, kite surfing, walking alongside giant tortoises, boat and snorkelling trips, shopping, hiking and mountain biking - to name a few! This is not just a beach destination - there is so much more to it than that, which is why it’s so popular with honeymooners and families who want the best of both worlds.
Weddings in Mauritius are also very popular and if you’re looking for a beach wedding, you’d be hard-pressed to find a more stunning location.
Beachcomber have eight hotels on the island, all on the West Coast, and they all offer unique personalities and features. There are, however, several threads of continuity that run from hotel to hotel:
The hotels all feel very luxurious, well maintained and spacious. The grounds of the hotel are always impeccably maintained and wandering around the hotel space is a joy.
The rooms are larger than average, and they offer a brilliant variety of room options, including interconnecting rooms for families and the ever-popular family rooms with two separate bedrooms. There are even villas with their own private pool-ideal for larger families or groups.
Land and water sports are included in the price, which means endless opportunities for being active.
The smallest people in your family will be well catered for, welcomed and made to feel special. All the Beachcomber hotels offer an excellent kids club, so parents can relax and know their kids are being entertained, educated and cared for, whatever the time of day.
The food is incredible - both à la carte and buffet style. I’ve never eaten so well. And the cocktails are fantastic too!
Here’s the low down on the eight hotels Beachcomber offer:
Shandrani - There are a choice of beaches here, from the sheltered gently sloping beaches of the lagoon to the ‘wild’ beach with crashing waves and opportunities for long barefoot walks. Don’t let the proximity of this hotel to the airport put you off. It means the transfer time is nice and short, and the flights are infrequent and not at all disruptive.
Le Mauricia - This hotel has distinct Mediterranean influences with great all-inclusive facilities, making it perfect for families. The resort is within walking distance of the lively village of Grand Baie. The rooms here are ideal for families, with cool ‘loft’ rooms and apartments with two bedrooms. There’s even a villa where you can have the privacy of your own pool with the benefits of the hotel’s amenities.
Le Victoria - One of the most popular hotels for families in Mauritius, this hotel will also soon feature an adults-only area for some quiet time away from the kids. Rooms here are massive, and the all-inclusive option makes this a very serious contender against holidays in Europe in the summer. There’s a kids club as well as a club for teens, so the whole family will be entertained.
Trou Aux Biches - There’s only one thing you’ll be able to do when you arrive at Trou Aux Biches and that’s relax! The whole hotel has a feeling of complete calm and tranquillity, it’s wonderful. The rooms are arranged in crescents, each one with its own pool, so whilst it’s a big complex it never feels impersonal. The villas at the hotel are ideal for families or groups and are the ultimate in villa luxury yet felt homely and comfortable. If you want to be more active, there are loads of water sports to try.
Le Cannonier - The highlight of Le Cannonier for me was the spa-built into an ancient banyan tree, it’s a unique treehouse spa experience and the ultimate in relaxation. The kids club here is also very unique, built into an old fort, and old cannons dot the beautifully maintained grounds. The hotel is built on a peninsula, so views are stunning in all directions, and there is a very laid-back vibe to the hotel with low thatched roofs.
Royal Palm - This hotel is the jewel in Beachcomber’s crown, and rightly so. I’d be hard-pressed to name a hotel I’ve liked more than Royal Palm; it is an absolute joy to behold. From the sumptuous rooms with their Moroccan inspired fretwork to the most divine beach, this hotel is as close to perfection as you could imagine. Treat yourself with a helicopter transfer from the airport - we were taken by helicopter from Royal Palm, and the sweeping views of Mauritius from the air only made me love it even more.
Paradise Hotel & Golf Club - I was so impressed with the location of this hotel, situated at the foot of the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Morne Brabant Mountain. The golf course is an 18-hole, par 72 golf course within walking distance from all of the rooms. Staying here, you also have access to all the facilities of the Dinarobin, the adjacent hotel. A real plus are the beachfront villas.
Dinarobin Hotel & Golf Club - The Dinarobin is also on the Le Morne peninsula with the backdrop of the iconic Le Morne mountain, so its location is breathtaking. Expansive sandy beaches fringe one of the most beautiful lagoons of the island. Guests have access to all the facilities of the Paradise next door. The ‘Club at Dinarobin’ is a private, adults-only club.
You can view a video online about my trip to Mauritius, which also showcases the eight different hotels here - see if you can spot me! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GS9PIkfgcYA