Luxury hotels in Mauritius South Coast

Hey! When I travel I love to stay at luxurious hotels - especially the kind of places that offer over the top extras and really spoil their guests with great service, nice spas, awesome restaurants and beautiful views. What more can you want? To save some time, I've put together this list of my favourite 5-star hotels and resorts in Mauritius South Coast. I hope you will like it!

• 1 Shanti Maurice Resort & Spa Chemin Grenier, Mauritius

  

  Resort. Located in the island of Mauritius, this resort is surrounded by coral reefs and dramatic mountains. Shanti Maurice - Hotel, Villas & Spa features ocean-facing luxurious villas and suites, surrounded by exotic gardens and terraces. Shanti Maurice - Hotel, Villas & Spa offers elegantly decorated suites and villas with a flat-screen cable TV. All villas have private pools and sun loungers. The hotel’s restaurant serves local dishes prepared with fresh ingredients from the ocean, the resort’s garden or the nearby farms. Beach barbecues, wok menus and special diet dishes are also available. Guests can choose from a variety of activities, including cycling, Pilates, fishing and snorkelling. They can also visit the resort’s spa or fitness centre. Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport is 24 km from Shanti Maurice - Hotel, Villas & Spa and car rental services are available. A tour desk and free private parking are also available. Settled in the midst of the trees in a lush, over 36 acres estate of exotic beauty, Shanti Maurice Resort & Spa is a five-star boutique lifestyle beach resort, one of the world's first of its kind. A collection of 61 Suites and Villas designed to blend in with nature and harmoniously blend with the landscape. Gain a sense of complete well-being at Shanti Spa, our 75,000 ft2 haven of pure bliss with 25 treatment rooms including dedicated Ayurveda, Yoga, Tea, and Meditation pavilions as well as a fully equipped fitness and Pilates area. Our in-house Spa Doctor offers wellness consultation, personalized wellness meal plans with our Wellness Chef, and authentic Ayurveda treatments. Tantalize your taste buds with our authentic and truly exceptional experience through up to 14 different culinary offerings with a leading dine-around option. Rum Shed Bar & Grill restaurant is the ideal place to enjoy grilled food and rum-based cocktail from a collection of over 250 types of rum from 36 countries. A family-style sharing menu is available as well as a large outdoor cinema experience. Indulge in our extraordinary private dining experience with our private butler, part of our Shanti Moments, overlooking the natural high waves from the Indian Ocean. Our Explorers Kids Club is spread over 2,000m2, and entertainment and daycare programs for little ones are designed to develop skills and inspire imagination. Our Kids Club welcomes our young guests from 4 months to 11.99 years. Show full description Guest review score 9.2, rooms from around 277 EUR.

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• 2 Heritage Le Telfair Golf & Wellness Resort Bel Ombre, Mauritius

  

  Hotel. Inspired by the 19th-century architecture, this elegant hotel is set in tropical gardens on the south coast of Mauritius. It features a 600 m² pool, spa and an 18-hole golf course. Heritage Le Telfair Golf & Wellness Resort offers stylish, air-conditioned rooms with interactive flat-screen TVs and data ports. Minibars with tea and coffee making facilities are also standard. The resort features 4 restaurant, Annabella restaurant, Le Palmier, La Plage and our beachfront restaurant Gin'ja. Pedal boats, snorkelling trips and water-skiing sessions are available at a surcharge. Guests can also take a walk in the garden or relax by the Citronniers River. Other relaxation options include a hammam and fitness centre. Show full description Guest review score 9.0, rooms from around 304 EUR.

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• 3 Heritage Awali Golf & Spa Resort - All Inclusive Bel Ombre, Mauritius

  

  Hotel. The Heritage Awali Golf & Spa Resort offers all-inclusive accommodation in Bel Ombre. Guests can enjoy a wide variety of activities and facilities, including free access to the golf club and free WiFi. Rooms at the Heritage Awali Golf & Spa Resort have African-inspired décor. Each air-conditioned unit includes a flat-screen satellite TV and a minibar. They all have either a terrace or balcony. Meals are included in the rates at Heritage Awali, as well as beverages including unlimited sparkling wines. Guests can enjoy 5 restaurants, including Indian cuisine at The Zafarani, an adults only restaurant. Guests can relax in the Seven Colours Spa, offering a wide range of massages and treatments. One back massage per stay is included at the spa village. The Awali also offers guests access to the Heritage Nature Reserve for activities such as quad and trekking, and a kid's club and teenagers program are also available. There are 3 swimming pools at the resort, including an adults only pool and a heated pool in winter. This resort also has a free private parking. Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport is 43 km away. Show full description Guest review score 8.7, rooms from around 396 EUR.

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• 4 Anantara Iko Mauritius Resort & Villas Blue Bay, Mauritius

  

  Resort. Situated in Blue Bay, 400 metres from La Cambuse Beach, Anantara Iko Mauritius Resort & Villas features accommodation with free bikes, free private parking, an outdoor swimming pool and a fitness centre. 1.3 km from Ile Des Deux Cocos Swimcart Beach and 14 km from Bus Station Mahebourg, the property offers a garden and a bar. The accommodation provides a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service and free WiFi throughout the property. The resort will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms with a desk, a coffee machine, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV, a terrace and a private bathroom with a bidet. At Anantara Iko Mauritius Resort & Villas the rooms are fitted with bed linen and towels. The daily breakfast offers buffet, continental or American options. At the accommodation you will find a restaurant serving Seafood, international and Grill Bbq cuisine. Dairy-free, gluten-free and halal options can also be requested. You can play tennis at this 5-star resort, and the area is popular for hiking and snorkelling. Les Chute's de Riviere Noire is 36 km from Anantara Iko Mauritius Resort & Villas, while Le Touessrok Golf Course is 41 km from the property. The nearest airport is Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam Airport, 2 km from the resort. Show full description Guest review score 8.2, rooms from around 344 EUR.

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• 5 Outrigger Mauritius Beach Resort Bel Ombre, Mauritius

  

  Resort. You're eligible for a Genius discount at Outrigger Mauritius Beach Resort! To save at this property, all you have to do is sign in. Offering 4 swimming pools and 4 restaurants, Outrigger Mauritius Resort & Spa is nestled in the nature reserve of Bel Ombre and boasts splendid views of the Indian Ocean. Each of the luxurious rooms offers sea views and is equipped with air conditioning and a flat-screen TV. Some of the rooms are located close to the beach while the Deluxe Rooms feature a balcony with sea views. The spacious bathrooms come with bath and shower. A breakfast buffet is served every morning. The restaurants at the resort serve Mauritian and International cuisine. Cocktails, snacks and refreshments can be enjoyed at Le Bleu. The resort also offers evening entertainment on selected days. For relaxation, massages and beauty treatments can be booked at Navasana Spa. An array of activities can be enjoyed on site or in the surroundings, including diving, snorkeling and table tennis. Outrigger Mauritius Resort & Spa also offers a supervised kids club and a children’s playground. Free Wi-Fi access is available in this resort. Outrigger Mauritius Resort & Spa is 45 km from Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport. Airport transfers can be arranged upon request for a fee. Show full description Guest review score 7.6, rooms from around 215 EUR.

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• 6 SO Sofitel Mauritius Bel Ombre, Mauritius

  

  Hotel. Situated on Mauritius’ southern coast, this 5-star resort offers views of mountains, lagoons and the Indian Ocean. It features a private white sand beach and there is free WiFi throughout the hotel. Designed in a contemporary design by architect Lek Bunnag and decorated by Kenzo Takada, the rooms, suites and villas come with open air bathtubs or pools. They also include a private garden and patio that open out onto lush vegetation. Some rooms offer views of the Indian Ocean and a 24-hour butler service is available for guests staying in a suite or villa. Le Flamboyant Restaurant serves French cuisine blended with rich local flavours. La Plage is a lounge restaurant set on the beach where local specialities are offered. Guests can also enjoy a drink in the idyllic setting of Bar Takamaka. Guests can relax in the outdoor pool, enjoy a relaxing treatment at So Spa or take part in T'ai Chi and Qi Gong work initiations on the beach. Water ski is available and guests are able to arrange leisure activities such as mountain biking and swimming with dolphins. Sofitel So Mauritius Bel Ombre is 30 km from Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport. Show full description Guest review score 7.6, rooms from around 331 EUR.

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I try my best to keep this guide up to date and I last refreshed it in December 2022. Did I miss a luxury hotel that should be on this list? Send me an email and let me know!