4 Best Hotels in Mauritius

Set in a Mediterranean–inspired residential complex on a river mouth into the Indian Ocean, The Address Boutique Hotel is perfect for those looking for both a cozy atmosphere and a lively bar scene. It's packed every Friday for Happy Hour. Nestled in the heart of the charming residential village of Port Chambly, the Address offers an exciting culinary experience thanks to the Teppanyaki and Mediterranean restaurants. The highly professional staff helps make a stay here memorable. There's a convivial atmosphere here, and the property successfully maintains a balance between a business and leisure hotel.

A stay at Heritage Le Telfair Resort & Spa provides an instant glimpse of Mauritian history. This gleaming white resort is one of a handful of hotels on the former 25,600-acre grand sugar estate, Bel Ombre, stretching along the island's south coast. Le Telfair and the adjacent Heritage Awali Gold and Spa resort share a fantastic championship golf course as well as some 11 restaurants and bars, including Le Chateau, the jewel in the crown. Set in the former sugar estate's early 19th-century manor house, Le Chateau has been restored to its colonial grandeur and serves lunch, a classic afternoon tea, and dinner featuring French specialties. Named after Charles Telfair, secretary to the first British Governor of Mauritius, the resort—grouped into 20 two-story villages—is a modern take on a colonial village. It fronts a coral-fringed lagoon, and the Citronniers River cuts through the property, giving guests a choice of sea- or river-view accommodation. Annabella's, the resort's main restaurant, is a chic brasserie with a fun exhibition kitchen. Set in tropical gardens, the Seven Colours Spa has nine treatment rooms. The kids club caters to kids ages 2–11, and there are plenty of organized teen activities.

Cherished by business travelers, Le Suffren Hotel occupies a posh address situated a stone's throw from the capital economic centre on the quiet waterfront in the heart of Port Louis. The four-star hotel offers the perfect mix of business and pleasure where guests enjoy their morning coffee with a spectacular view. Although upscale, the property is generally casual. The friendly, well-trained staff provides round-the-clock service. Friday night happy hour is a great chance to mingle with locals. Le Suffren has recently refurbished its 102 rooms, introducing natural shades of taupe, green, and ivory to create modern and contemporary guest rooms bathed in soft light. The place is equipped with a decent gym and a great spa.

Otentic Tents combine the best of authentic camping and the comfort of a posh hotel stay. Near the scenic Grand River, Otentic offers a wide range of free activities, including long walks in the sugar cane fields, canoeing to the nearby waterfalls, a daily boat to Ile aux Cerfs, a visit to the handmade manioc biscuit factory Rault, and much more. The onsite restaurant serves a delicious mix of traditional Mauritian dishes, and for dinner you can choose from various grilled fish and meat entrees. If you want a break from airtight resorts, the Otentic Eco Tent Experience is a refreshing change of pace in beautiful surroundings.