by Mauritius is a paradise for active families. This pocket-sized tropical getaway offers an incredible amount to do, from island hopping and hikes in forested nature reserves to whale watching, electric-bike tours in the highlands and wildlife safaris in ecological parks. Overnight flights, and short travel distances, mean children can be snorkelling from a sunny beach by mid-morning. Some island hotels have great facilities for families, from family rooms to multi-room pool villas, and the benefits of kids’ clubs, mini-buffets and the gamut of free water sports.
Kids’ clubs keep the kids happy with crab hunting, creole lessons and a cinema on the beach, while teenagers get kitesurfing, diving and golf lessons, bike rides and beach barbecues. They can even try hang-gliding, the latest adrenalin-pumping craze. Best of all, perhaps, family holidays are affordable here – Mauritius has some of the best deals in the region – especially in the summer. Here’s our pick of the best family-friendly hotels in Mauritius.
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Each hotel on this curated list has been visited by one of our expert reviewers, and is usually hosted on a free basis. They stay for at least one night, test at least one meal and try other experiences the hotel may have.
LUX* Belle Mare is located on the white sandy shores of Belle Mare Plage on the sunny east coast of Mauritius. This scenic retreat provides the ideal location for families looking to relax by the ocean and explore further afield. Recently renovated, the all-suite property comes with a sophisticated but cool and laidback boutique that integrates elements of tropical design. Activities, such as water sports, are plentiful for guests of all ages and both children and adults will want to make use of the central pool, as well as its poolside ice cream parlour, and the more friendly lagoon young children. Younger travelers are catered for by PLAY kids club and Studio 17 for youngsters and teenagers. The resort has a children’s area and a babysitting service, as well as a children’s corner in the Mondo restaurant.
Creole-style architecture, warm service and authentic local experiences define this boutique retreat, which looks like white buildings with blue shutters and high vaulted wooden ceilings, in the heart of Grand Baie. Located on a small beach, and just a short walk from the large La Cuvette beach, the waterfront property stands out for family-friendly activities including free water sports, catamaran snorkelling tours, archery, bike tours and pirogue tours . There is also an activity corner where you will find a swimming pool, table tennis and games such as beach volleyball. The spa includes a children’s massage on its menu and some of the guest rooms are interconnected.
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The five-star family resort, Constance Belle Mare Plage, found on the mile-long beach from which it takes its name, combines French tropical style with all the services and facilities you need for a family stay. Named the ‘Leading Family Resort in Mauritius’ by the World Travel Awards over several years, the beach retreat comes with family-friendly amenities, such as a toddler-friendly kids’ club, and offers a wealth of activities for all ages to enjoy. includes weekly golf. , a tennis and diving initiative, cooking classes and even spa treatments for children as well as adults. Families staying here can choose a two, three or five bedroom villa, or request interconnecting rooms, which are available in all room categories.
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Asian influences come with a Mauritian twist at Le Touessrok Resort & Spa Shangri-La on the east coast of Mauritius. The sprawling resort boasts six beaches in its attractive location in Trou D’Eau Douce and also includes the private island of Ilot Mangénie and the island of Ile aux Cerfs, home to a golf course, both a 10-minute boat ride away. ride away. A range of water sports, including mangrove kayaking, are available at the resort’s boathouse and there is an e-bike ride along the coast as well as tennis coaching. For kids, the T-Club comes with its own pool and impressive treehouse, while teens can make the most of teen club activities like stand-up paddle boarding. Family rooms and suites are created by combining interconnecting rooms.
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Inspired by 19th century naturalist Charles Telfair, this five star resort is located on the white sand shores of the former sugar estate, Bel Ombre. Here in the southwest, you’ll find yourself at the foothills of Black River Gorges National Park and within Tamarin Bay, known for its dolphin watching. This all-inclusive, village-like retreat features a bridge over a river from the lobby to the sea, and a central infinity pool set within tropical gardens. The resort offers a range of non-motorized water sports, padel tennis and cooking classes, with adventurous pursuits such as mountain biking hosted in the Bel Ombre Nature Reserve. The resort’s youngest guests are entertained by Timomo Baby Club, a kids club, a teenage club and a junior golf academy.
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For active family travellers, the five-star Paradis Beachcomber Golf Resort & Spa on the Le Morne peninsula is set apart from its family-friendly offering and sporty vibe. This property, which has more than three miles of white sand beach, a championship golf course and a ‘dining around’ experience covering eight restaurants, comes with a super-sized swimming pool, a tennis and golf academy and a Padi diving centre. The resort’s kids club has its own pool and offers a range of fun activities including fishing in the lagoon, mini golf and yoga for children. The teen program there hosts everything from tennis initiation to water sports lessons and beach barbecues. Free stays are provided for children in the low season.
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The first hotel on the west coast of Mauritius when it opened in the 1970s, La Pirogue still has an established attraction with its thatched rondavels, designed to look like the sails of traditional pirogues fishermen, and with a distinct Mauritian flavor. . From this magical resort, nestled in a coconut grove next to the longest stretch of beach on the west coast, activities such as diving, dolphin watching and fishing are popular. On-site amenities including a large infinity pool with slide and a freestyle pool are complemented by the resort’s kids and teens club offering imaginative activities such as canoe painting and sea discovery. With shallow, current-free waters, this beach is one of the best on the island for families. Children under 12 stay, play and eat for free when you book your accommodation.
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This property, considered to be the grand dame of Mauritius hotels, is situated on a private peninsula on the north east coast of the island. The luxury hideaway is surrounded by over a mile of white sand shores and extensive gardens, inspired in style by old sugar cane plantation houses. Three swimming pools, a lagoon-side boathouse and three tennis courts are among the prized amenities of this resort, which is also the starting point for one-of-a-kind tours such as island helicopter picnics. For families, the resort has one of the best kids clubs on the island, a youth fitness program and a teen club with exhilarating activities like canyoning at Tamarin Falls.
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The contemporary Creole-style Preskil Island Resort is located on its own private white-sand-fringed island on the southeast coast of Mauritius on a laidback southeast. The lively hotel is a favorite among families with a Mauritian home feel and lots to do, from lounging in the large infinity pool to glass-bottom boat trips, lagoon snorkelling and a visit to the Blue Bay Marine Park with the Padi diving school. Other family-friendly experiences include learning to kitesurf, hiking the Beau Vallon estate and electric bike tours. The resort has a kids’ club, kids’ club and beachfront pool and plenty of activities for teenagers, such as water sports and an outdoor cinema. In the low season, children stay free.
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Valuable activities for children of all ages make the lively Ravenala View a choice for families. The all-suite resort comes in a contemporary Mauritian style with nine distinct places to eat, three large pools and a diving center among the many facilities surrounded by tropical gardens on a small white sandy beach. Kids can learn about the life cycle of turtles at the Little Sea Discovery Center and teenagers can make the most of the pool table, tennis tables, outdoor cinema and karaoke at Teens Republic. The resort has 102 family rooms that comfortably sleep two children. Here in the north of the island, Pamplemousses Botanical Gardens are among the nearby attractions.
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For active family travellers, the five-star Paradis Beachcomber Golf Resort & Spa on the Le Morne peninsula is set apart from its family-friendly offering and sporty vibe. This property, which has more than three miles of white sand beach, a championship golf course and a ‘dining around’ experience covering eight restaurants, comes with a super-sized swimming pool, a tennis and golf academy and a Padi diving centre. The resort’s kids club has its own pool and offers a range of fun activities including fishing in the lagoon, mini golf and yoga for children. The teen program there hosts everything from tennis initiation to water sports lessons and beach barbecues. Free stays are provided for children in the low season.
