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The best hotels in Mauritius
Mauritius, an island nation castaway 1,200 miles off the coast of Madagascar on the east coast of Africa, is a country back on track after emerging from two consecutive blows – an epic oil spill in 2020 and a throttling Covid lockdown which cut off its main source of income for two years.
For nature lovers, the island is landscaped with verdant trails and with pirouetting birds – from lime-green Echo Parakeets to teal-capped Mascarene Paradise Flycatchers. It may not have the private island feel of the Maldives or the Indiana Jones giant fauna and tropical jungle of the Seychelles, but offers faultless service, activity (golf, and then some more golf, hiking and biking) and farm-to-table gastronomy. With its burgeoning boutique rum industry and host of emerging artisans – from textiles to ceramics – be sure to pack an empty suitcase for your return journey.
The resorts in our edit lure some of the finest Gallic talent to their kitchens from Michelin titans such as Paris’ George V. But the tourist ecosystem is also dominated by some exceptional homegrown brands who are shaping the country’s industry with a proud, hands-on approach. Here, we elaborate on what makes each hotel special, and why Mauritius should be your next long haul holiday destination. These are the best hotels in Mauritius.
Editor’s pick
Best luxury hotels in Mauritius: One&Only Le Saint Géran, The Oberoi Mauritius, Shangri-La Le Touessrok
Best hotels in Mauritius for couples: Maradiva Resort, LUX* Grand Baie, Veranda Grand Baie, Constance Belle Mare Plage, SALT of Palmar
Best hotels in Mauritius for families: LUX* Belle Mare, Sugar Beach Resort, Four Seasons Resort Mauritius at Anahita, Heritage Le Telfair
Which part of Mauritius is best to stay in?
Much of the best hotels in Mauritius are spread out around the coastline, from One&Only Le Saint Géran in Poste de Flacq on the north eastern side of the island to Heritage Le Telfair in Bel Ombre on the south west coast. If you’re excited to snorkel in Mauritius, you’ll find the best conditions along the west side of the island, particularly near Flic En Flac beach. For easy swimming, opt for a hotel on the west coast where the seas tend to be calmer and warmer. For complete privacy, Shangri-La Le Touessrok is located on its own private island.
What is the best time of year to visit Mauritius?
June marks the beginning of the Mauritian dry season, and while it’s not the hottest time of year to visit the island, temperatures sit comfortably between 20 and about 28 degrees celsius. It’s officially ‘winter’ there at this time, and the season lasts until September. The hottest time of year to visit is typically between December and January, but there is also a higher chance of rainfall and the weather feels humid. Read a more about the best time to visit Mauritius.
How we choose the best hotels in Mauritius
Every hotel on this list has been selected independently by our editors and written by a Condé Nast Traveller journalist who knows the destination and has stayed at that property. When choosing hotels, our editors consider both luxury properties and boutique and lesser-known boltholes that offer an authentic and insider experience of a destination. We’re always looking for beautiful design, a great location and warm service – as well as serious sustainability credentials. We update this list regularly as new hotels open and existing ones evolve.
