Location
This beach hotel is one of the world's great resorts - the height of cool, modern elegance, imbued with the warmth of tropical Mauritius, truly one of the 'Leading Hotels of the World'. It lies on a beautiful stretch of sandy coast, looking out over the tranquil Trou d'Eau Douce Bay. Out in the lagoon are two beautiful islands, including Ile aux Cerfs with its spectacular 18-hole championship golf course, designed by Bernhard Langer. The centre of Trou d'Eau Douce is approximately 2 km from the resort.
Facilities
Guests can enjoy the pleasant ambience of one of the 3 villas/houses. The following room categories are also available: 125 junior suites, 7 suites and 203 double rooms. Check-in and check-out are possible at any time at the 24-hour reception desk. Amenities available at the resort include a safe and a currency exchange service. Wireless internet access is provided in public areas. A variety of shops are available, including a souvenir shop. The grounds of the resort feature a playground and a lovely garden. Additional amenities include a playroom and a library. Guests arriving by car can park their vehicles in the car park. Further services and facilities include a babysitting service (for a fee), a childcare service, medical assistance, translation services, room service, a laundry service, a hairdresser and a hotel shuttle bus. Active guests can make use of the bicycle hire service to explore the surrounding area.
Rooms
Rooms feature a kitchen and a bathroom, and air conditioning ensures just the right temperature. Guests can enjoy the sea view from a balcony or terrace. Rooms have a double bed or a king-size bed. Children's beds can be requested for younger guests. A safe, a minibar and a desk are also available. Additional features include a refrigerator, a mini fridge and a tea/coffee station. An ironing set is provided for guests' convenience. A direct dial telephone, a television with satellite/cable channels, a CD player, a DVD player and WiFi are provided as well. Slippers are included. A hairdryer and bathrobes are available in the bathrooms, which are equipped with a shower and a bathtub. The resort has family rooms and 203 non-smoking rooms.
Sports/Entertainment
Guests can strike that perfect balance between exercise and relaxation in one of the 3 freshwater pools, which are outdoors and in part heated. There is a special swimming area for little ones as well. A short break or an entire afternoon on the sun terrace, which features sun loungers and parasols, is time well spent. A variety of activities such as cycling/mountain biking, tennis, bocce, beach volleyball, volleyball, golf, archery and fishing or, for a fee, horse riding, are offered at the resort. A number of sports are available, including water sports such as windsurfing, paddle boating, canoeing, sailing, catamaraning, kayaking, snorkelling, diving and aquafit. For a fee, guests can also enjoy water skiing and banana boat rides. Sports enthusiasts are also offered a wide range of indoor activities, including a gym, table tennis, yoga and aerobics. Various wellness options are available at the complex, including a spa, a sauna, a steam bath, a beauty salon and massage treatments. Guests of all ages have the opportunity to enjoy a fun entertainment programme.
Meals
Various dining options are available, including a dining room, a breakfast room and a bar. The non-smoking restaurant provides high chairs for children. Catering options include half board and full board. At breakfast and dinner, guests serve themselves at the generous buffet. Various dishes can be ordered à la carte for lunch and dinner. Special meals, including diet meals, are also available. The chefs prepare delicious specialities during the show cooking.