The North
Aimed squarely at honeymooners, this hotel is boutique in the sense of having an intimate feel, but it's also basic: the rooms are stylish and atmospheric…
The North
Aimed squarely at honeymooners, this hotel is boutique in the sense of having an intimate feel, but it's also basic: the rooms are stylish and atmospheric…
Chamarel
These beautiful log cabins sleep between four and eight people and are tucked into the mountainside amid gnarled tropical trees. The decor stays true to…
The North
Right in the thick of things and across the road from the public beach, this old-timer looks dated from the front, but the rooms are surprisingly neat…
Mauritius
Andréa's 10 lovely cottages, along the sea, have gabled roofs and glass-panelled walls facing the rugged Ireland-esque coast. There's also a swimming pool…
Rodrigues
Still going strong after nearly 25 years in the business, charming Cotton Bay is the island's oldest hotel. The design scheme has an appealing Creole…
Grand Baie
Ocean Villas is recommended for its broad range of accommodation, from straightforward hotel rooms to self-catering units for up to eight people, sleek…
Mauritius
Set directly along the sea and surrounded by a wild tropical garden, this quiet option features an L-shaped row of double-decker apartments. Rooms are…
Grand Baie
The rather elegant public areas here give the Veranda a sense of exclusivity unusual for the price bracket. The two pools, good facilities and modern…
Rodrigues
On its own promontory of land, and with nothing to interrupt the big-sea, big-sky views, Villas Vetiver has bungalows and a villa with simple wooden…
Mauritius
Despite what you might expect, many – perhaps even most – of the lodgings in Pointe d'Esny and Blue Bay are divided from the beach by a road. Blue Beryl…
Mauritius
Le Dodo is an excellent choice in the heart of town, especially if you get a room on an upper floor – although there's no elevator, the views over the…
Mauritius
This worthy member of Black River's sleeping scene sits along the cerulean bay just a stone's throw from the jetty. The buzzing fisherfolk next door give…
The North
Definitely one of the more interesting midrange places, Casuarina is decked out in a Moorish style that's matched by inventive apartment layouts. It's…
Mauritius
With everything you'd expect from this reliably luxurious chain, the Radisson combines large-hotel facilities with a sense of quiet intimacy. The pretty…
Rodrigues
Perched on the cliff just east of Anse aux Anglais, Le Récif has fabulous views from its balcony over the emerald lagoon. We reckon it's a touch…
Mauritius
The only hotel to sit right on Blue Bay itself, Le Peninsula underwent renovations in 2015, and it shows, particularly in the rather lovely bathrooms…
Grand Baie
Right in the heart of town, this place is an excellent choice, especially if you get a sea-facing room on the upper floors. S ervice is warm and the decor…
Mauritius
This traditional Mauritian beach house feels slightly Mediterranean with its white-and-blue colour scheme. The pool is tucked within an interior courtyard…
Port Louis
Towering above the surrounding residential neighbourhood in the AAA Tower, Le St Georges has fairly unexciting rooms that are a touch overpriced, but they…
Mauritius
Sheltered by a massive roof of thatch and bamboo, this opulent retreat feels decidedly Asian in theme with abounding bursts of fuchsia and orange. The…
Rodrigues
A great choice at the end of the coastal road, this friendly resort comes with an airy restaurant, an inviting swimming pool and a popular dive centre…
Chamarel
A farm and rustic lodge, La Vieille Cheminée has six pretty Creole-style, self-catering rooms on a lovely sloping property. It offers a range of…
Mauritius
Simple, light-filled spaces right by the water are what this place is all about. Most of the rooms have unobstructed sea views, and the location on…
Rodrigues
The furnishings couldn't be simpler, but there's something that we like about this place, out in Jean Tac, east of Anse aux Anglais. There's a relaxed…
Rodrigues
High in the hills with memorable views of the infinite blue, this friendly option has five houses, each with a unique design and theme. Our favourite is…
Mauritius
This international-standard business hotel may sit beside a shopping mall and a motorway, but the rooms are stylish and contemporary, and those on the…
Rodrigues
Simple but excellent thatched rondavels with tiled floors set in well-maintained grounds win universal acclaim from budget travellers. The garden needs…
Mauritius
If you had a Mauritian grandmother, this might be the sort of guesthouse she'd run, with its slightly flowery decor and homey sense of welcome. The rooms…
The North
Hibiscus boasts a stone path that wends past thick jungle-like gardens, a super pool and a private beach of sorts (although there's quite a bit of rock to…
Flic en Flac
Less pretentious than other places around here and popular with families, Villas Caroline has attractive rooms, many of which front right onto the beach…
Mauritius
Simple but bright rooms with tiled floors and sea views make this a good choice. The location, where Mahébourg begins to peter out and the wide horizons…
Mauritius
This family-run operation earns high marks for friendly and eager service. Little perks like in-room DVD players and a welcoming roof deck with a hammock…
The North
They take the use of the word 'oasis' seriously here. Trendy Asian-inspired decor enhances the lavish open-air floor plans at these villas with private…
Rodrigues
Simple rooms at this family-run place make a quieter alternative to Anse aux Anglais just down the road. Rooms are nothing special, but the price is about…
Mauritius
The name says it all here – the stylish, contemporary villas all sit right upon the beach in a quiet corner or Blue Bay. If you went sleepwalking, you'd…
Rodrigues
The two-bedroom bungalows here have a terrific location, and while they don't have a lot of character, they're modern and supremely comfortable. The beach…
Grand Baie
Excellent-value self-catering accommodation on a little promontory at the western entrance to Grand Baie. Prices rise depending on the view. You're close…
Rodrigues
Located just outside the town centre, Port Mathurin's most upmarket option occupies a converted colonial mansion that feels somewhat like an old…
Mauritius
As the name suggests, this unfussy guesthouse has nice rooms – if simple and a bit faded – tended by a lovely Indian couple. For this price, it's the best…
Flic en Flac
The most popular rental operator in the area manages a handful of expansive multi-unit properties, including the Datier, Tamarinier, Latanier and…