Small Boutique hotels in MAURITIUS

Enjoying an idyllic location on the powdery white sands and the magical turquoise lagoon of Pointe D'Esny, in the south-east of Mauritius, Astroea Beach is a small adults only boutique hotel, offering comfortable luxury, fine food and friendly service in a fabulous beach-front setting. Ideal for relaxing holidays in this beautiful corner of a magical island, Astroea Beach offers everything necessary to unwind and recharge, and escape from the pace and stress of modern life. On site activities include a range of water sports, such as kayaking and snorkelling, while water-skiing, catamaran cruises, glass-bottom boats and scuba diving can be arranged on request. The historic village of Mahébourg is close at hand, and many more of the islands most important natural landmarks, such as the Black River Gorges Natural Park, are also within easy reach. With a dazzling beach and the turquoise ocean to the fore, the "Etoile de Mer" restaurant and bar is a unique place to spend sublime moments and discover the finest of local and international cuisines. Guests can also take advantage of the Ylang spa area, offering a range of feel-good and pampering treatments.

Located on the beautiful, sheltered Flic-en-Flac beach on the western side of Mauritius, in the Rivière Noire district, Cap Ouest by Horizon Holidays is a modern design apartment complex offering luxurious accommodation in a delightful beachfront setting. Standing just footsteps from the water on one of Mauritius' most beautiful beaches, Cap Ouest by Horizon Holidays is perfect for relaxing, self-catering holidays on this fabulous island. Protected by a reef, the calm waters of Flic-en-Flac lagoon are ideal for water-sports of all kinds, while the Tamarina Golf Club is just a quarter of an hour's drive away. Other magnificent attractions close by include the mountains of the Black River Gorges Natural Park, the Casela Nature and Leisure Park, and the Chamarel Falls. Each apartment at Cap Ouest by Horizon Holidays comes with everything necessary for luxurious holidays in Flic-en-Flac. The apartments come with a fully equipped kitchen and a comprehensive welcome kit, while fully stocked fridges, breakfast, in-house dining with a chef, airport transfers and a full concierge service are all available on request.

One of the best-kept secrets in Mauritius, Hotel 20ºSud is set in a beautiful colonial mansion by the waters of Grande Baie. Nestled in a lush coconut grove, this fabulous property offers luxurious boutique accommodation, fine cuisine and a fantastic range of bespoke services and facilities in an idyllic beach-front setting. With the charm of a small, intimate hotel, and the luxury of a five star establishment, Hotel 20ºSud is one-of-a kind on the island. Located right by the water, guests can enjoy a fabulous range of water-sports on site, including sailing, wind-surfing, kite surfing, snorkelling and scuba diving. The hotel also has a number of skippered boats available for guests' use. The hotel boasts two outdoor pools, one of which is heated, and there is also a spa area, the Comfort Zone, with a hammam and whirlpool bath. Famed for its fine cuisine, Hotel 20ºSud's restaurant serves delicious creole and international dishes in a number of unique dining venues. Within the hotel itself, guests can enjoy meals in the elegant dining room, by the pool or on the sea shore. However, the hotel also has two more surprises in store: the M/S Lady Lisbeth, the meticulously restored oldest motor yacht on the island, which takes parties of guests to dine under the stars on the calm waters of the bay in the evenings. The final treasure is the Governor's House, a tiny restaurant created in a listed ruin on deserted Flat Island, a short catamaran ride from the main hotel.

Nestled in a magnificent tropical garden, Le Cardinal Exclusive Resort is a contemporary design hotel standing by the beach at Trou-aux-Biches, on the north-western corner of Mauritius. This fabulous property offers luxurious boutique style accommodation in just ten exclusive, spacious suites, along with fine cuisine and a range of bespoke services in a relaxing, intimate ambiance. Located just footsteps from the turquoise blue waters of the Trou-aux-Biches bay, Le Cardinal Exclusive Resort offers many opportunities for water-sports enthusiasts, and guests can enjoy kayaking, pedalo, glass-bottom boats and snorkelling free of charge. The hotel also has shared facilities, including a gym, a tennis court, a diving centre and spa at the neighbouring Casuarina Resort & Spa. Nearby attractions include Grand Baie, while the island's capital, Port Louis, is also within easy reach. Le Cardinal Exclusive Resort has a number of venues to experience fine cuisine, including the gastronomic restaurant, with indoor and outdoor dining, and the Beach Bar, where guests can enjoy light, healthy lunches and cocktails while sunbathing by the pool or admiring the sunset. The Piano Bar is a delightful, intimate spot, serving a range of cocktails and fine wines to the sound of soft music.

Nestled between sugarcane fields and one of the finest, pristine beaches on Mauritius, Shanti Maurice - A Nira Resort is set in 36 acres of fabulous of lush coconut groves and gardens. Offering unique luxury boutique accommodation in an extensive collection of private villas, this magnificent property is the ideal spot for relaxing holidays in the lap of luxury. No stone is left unturned in the search for guests' well-being and comfort at Shanti Maurice - A Nira Resort, and the resort offers a huge range of bespoke activities and services. These include a fantastic range of on-site activities - non-motorised water sports, such as wind-surfing, sailing, kayaking, dolphin watching and snorkelling - as well as tennis on two sheltered courts. Golf is available close by at the Heritage Golf Club. As befits a five-star resort, Shanti Resort also boasts almost 7000 sq m of exclusive spa facilities, while for guests with children, there is also a full range of family friendly activities. Fine cuisine is high on the list of priorities at Shanti Maurice - A Nira Resort, and guests can enjoy great food in a number of unique venues. Fresh from the ocean, the garden or nearby farms, the chef and the kitchen brigade offer local produce and imaginative choices. With casual beach barbecues, fine Cape-inspired dining at the oceanfront restaurant and simple, healthy fare from the Garden Wok menu, Shanti Maurice has something for everyone at any time of the day.

Enjoying a fabulous location by the beach at Pointe-aux-Piments, on the north-western coast of Mauritius, Voile Bleue is a contemporary design boutique bed and breakfast property, offering luxurious accommodation in a spectacular beachfront setting. Standing just footsteps from the beautiful, sheltered lagoon of Pointe-aux-Piments, Voile Bleue is ideally placed for tranquil, peaceful holidays in this delightful corner of Mauritius. Within easy reach of many of the island's most important attractions, including the capital, Port Louis, and the fascinating SSR Botanical Garden, the calm waters of the lagoon are a water-sports enthusiast's paradise, and guests can go snorkelling on site, and enjoy big game fishing, wind-surfing and many other activities close by the hotel. Set in an airy pavilion overlooking the lagoon, Voile Bleue's bar-restaurant is the perfect spot for an authentic Mauritian meal or an evening cocktail while enjoying the sunset over the water. Voile Bleue also boasts a salt-water infinity pool, complimentary Wi-Fi, and a range of tailor-made services and facilities, including baby-sitting, secure parking and business services.