Mauritius, with its warm tropical climate and stunning landscapes, is a dream destination for many travelers. Beachcomber Resorts & Hotels offers a variety of properties on the island, each with its unique charm and appeal. This review delves into the experiences at several Beachcomber hotels, providing insights into their accommodations, dining options, activities, and overall hospitality.
Beachcomber Paradis: A Honeymooner's Paradise
Our honeymoon at Beachcomber Paradis was an unforgettable experience. The hotel is located on the Southwest coast of the island right next to Le Morne Brabant. So the setting is just stunning!
We also booked the honeymoon package and I'd definitely recommend booking directly with the hotel since most of the time they reward you with a room upgrade or other ways of saying thank you. If you wanna have a look at the prices and offers click here.
Check-in
The check-in process is the first impression you get of a property so it can make all the impact for the rest of your stay. At Beachcomber we were greeted with champagne and chocolate covered strawberries, so far so good! The lady at the front desk explained every detail regarding the hotel and was very friendly and welcoming. We were also upgraded to the Full Board meal plan :) Afterwards we were escorted to our room. After a 10 hour journey arriving to all this was exactly what we needed.
Rooms
All rooms are very spacious and well decorated. The smallest room starts from 50m2. We stayed at the Tropical Beach Front room with a huge balcony overlooking palm trees and the ocean. We loved everything about the room but the huge terrace was definitly the highlight. The beach was pretty close. Since the property is very big you there was a regular shuttle service between the rooms and the main area.
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The Property
The property itself is really huge. It has a long sandy private beach which although the hotel was almost fully booked, never felt crowded. The pool area is also very spacious and looked great but I am not a pool person so we didn't spent much time around there. The hotel also has it's own water sports center with paid and free activities to chose from. We tried the catamaran, canoeing, sea bike, snorkeling and glass-bottom boat tour which where all included in the room rate. So there are plenty of opportunities to get some some entertainment during the day.
If you are into golf or just want to try it just for fun, the hotel has a huge golf course. They also offer free beginner courses. So if you are up for some change this came in very handy. I'm usually someone who gets bored easily and want to go out and explore the island but this time I barely left the hotel during our week long stay. It was very relaxing but yet fun.
Dining
So here's my favourite part. You have the options to book Breakfast only, Half or Full Board. Drinks are extra. Since we were upgraded to Full Board we had three meals yeay! Le Brabant is the main restaurant and serves buffet style Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner. For Diner there is always a different buffet team. We mostly had our Breakfast here.
The other restaurants are 'A la Carte' and need to be reserved in advanced since they only have a small number of tables. There are daily menus which are included in the Half/Full Board package and other items on the menu that cost extra. It's best to book a day in advance. Although only certain dishes are included in the price I'd definitely recommend booking at the 'A La Carte' restaurants for Lunch/Dinner since the atmosphere and experience is really great. You can also book the restaurants at the sister hotel Beachcomber Le Dinarobin which gives you a great choice of restaurants to choose from.
So here are some of the restaurants we actually could get a table.
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La Palma
This is an Italian restaurant directly located at the beach. It's open for Lunch and Dinner. For Lunch they serve Pizza, Pasta and Sandwiches. I'd definitely recommend to have Dinner here since the atmosphere is really romantic.
Blue Marlin
This was my absolute favourite restaurant and we ended up having Lunch here almost every day. They are also open for Breakfast and Dinner. For Breakfast the choices are the same like at the main restaurant but if you manage to get a table right at the beach you should go for it. During Lunch and Dinner they mainly serve fish and seafood but have also choices of sandwiches and great salads.
La Ravanne
If you want the ultimate fine dining experience La Ravanne is your choice. The setting is very romantic and the menu consists of Mauritian dishes which is a must try. Besides Crepe Hour in the afternoon and the evening live entertainment we spent a lot of time here watching the sun set over the Indian Ocean and have an evening drink.
Check-out
I think this was the sadest part of our trip. I really did not want to leave. Since our flight was in the evening we had the opportunity to enjoy the beach a little bit longer. After Check out at 11 am we were offered a day room to change and shower before leaving. The room was bgger and nicer than most of the regular hotel rooms I stayed at in Europe :) The concierge also arranged our transfer to the airport. All in all everything was really GREAT!
Beachcomber Paradis Golf Resort & Spa
Mauricia Beachcomber Resort & Spa: Vibrant and Cosmopolitan
Right in the heart of vibrant Grand Baie lies Mauricia Beachcomber, a cosmopolitan and relaxed resort overlooking the turquoise bay. Just a short walk along the beach and you are in the midst of shops, restaurants and bars of the village or you can simply take to your sun lounger and forget the world. The Mediterranean style complex has most of the rooms surrounding the two pools. The 2-Bedroom Family Apartments and Villa are located in the resort’s Village behind the main complex. The rooms are modern with a touch of bright colour.
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We would recommend upgrading to a suite if you can as these have a penthouse position with a private plunge pool on the balcony and great views over Grand Baie. The resort may only have two restaurants but the quality of the food here is outstanding. Les Quais serves themed buffets but also has several live cooking stations. Le Nautic serves fresh seafood with two split-level terraces facing the sea. Guests can also inter-dine at Canonnier Beachcomber and Victoria Beachcomber.
All the water activities take place in front of the resort in the calm waters of the bay. There is a complimentary kids club for children aged 3-11 years and relaxing spa is available when you just want some ‘me’ time.
Hotel Overview
- Fantastic location in the heart of Grand Baie
- Great hospitality
- Ideal family accommodation available
- 2 restaurants
- Half board and all inclusive available
- Inter-dine with Victoria & Canonnier
- Relaxing spa
- Complimentary kids club for children aged 3-11
- A selection of complimentary land & water sports
- Shopping centres & nightlife within walking distance
Rooms
All rooms include: Air-conditioning • bathroom with shower and toilet • individual safe • telephone with international direct dialling • complimentary WIFI access • TV • mini bar • tea & coffee • hair dryer
| Room Type | Capacity | Size |
|---|---|---|
| Standard Room | 2 adults & 1 child (U/5) | 32 sqm |
| Superior Room | 2 adults & 1 child & 1 infant (U/2) | 38 sqm |
| Standard Beachfront Room | 2 adults & 1 child (U/5) | 32 sqm |
| Superior Beachfront Room | 2 adults & 1 child & 1 infant (U/2) | 38 sqm |
| 2-Bedroom Family Apartment | 2 adults & 2 children | 70 sqm |
| Loft Room | 2 adults & 3 children | 70 sqm |
| Villa | 2 adults & 3 children | 160 sqm |
Dining
Meal plans available: half board or all inclusive.
DRESS CODE: Daytime: casual (swimwear or tank tops are not allowed). Evenings: casual smart (no shorts, Bermuda shorts, beachwear or sportswear allowed).
Activities
Some activities are payable.
The spa at Mauricia Beachcomber offers the following: 1 wet steam bath • 1 dry steam bath • 9 single cabins • 1 double cabin • relaxation pool • changing rooms & showers • hairdresser
Complimentary kids club for children aged 3 to 11 years old. Open 09:00 to 21:00.
Victoria Beachcomber Resort & Spa: Family-Friendly Paradise
Located on the North-west coast of Mauritius, the Victoria Beachcomber is one of the most popular family-friendly resorts, with 255 ocean-facing rooms, 800m of uninterrupted pure white beach and ideally situated between the tourist hub of Grand Baie and Port Louis.
Rooms
There are a variety of seven different price levels of rooms and suites to choose from and are all beautifully decorated by local artisans with uninterrupted views of the turquoise blue ocean. I stayed in one of the deluxe ground floor rooms with sunshine yellow accents, opening out onto the palm tree-lined gardens just a stone’s throw away from the beach.
Activities and Facilities
If you want to do more than lay back and relax on the pure white beach, there are a variety of activities and facilities to make sure you get the most out of your experience.
- Scuba Diving - Head over to the resident 5star PADI academy, Diving World set directly on the beach, with diving for all levels. From family friendly group courses to 1-2-1 training, you can start immediately without having to wait for a course to be filled by other guests!
- Spa - Live the art of wellness and reconnect with yourself in 1 of 5 treatment rooms
- Sports - Tennis Courts, Gym and a variety of free water sports
- Golf - Privileged access to Mont Choisy Le Golf, an 18-hole golf course located 10 minutes away from the resort
- External Excursions - From private yacht cruises to local market shopping, you name it, it can be arranged!
Victoria For 2 - Adults-Only!
Nestled on the edge of Victoria Beachcomber, is Victoria For 2, an exclusive area for adults-only, complete with its own bar and barefoot restaurant, making it feel like a completely separate resort. Victoria For 2 boasts 17 swim up rooms with direct access to the private adults-only pool which are the only rooms of its kind on the island!!
On our final evening at Victoria Beachcomber, we enjoyed dinner under the sunset sky whilst overlooking the Indian ocean at La Terrasse. If you are staying at the resort with your loved one, this is where you have to dine!
Dining Options
Whether you are looking for an Italian restaurant with panoramic views of the capital, a lively buzz whilst overlooking the lagoon or an adults-only romantic dinner for two, there is something for everyone. All four restaurants open onto the beach to promote the true Mauritian experience of outdoor living in the tropics.
Other Beachcomber Resorts
We were also lucky enough to visit six of the other Beachcomber resorts, all of which offer something different:
- 4 Star Mauricia Resort & Spa - A relaxed, simple yet cosy resort, overlooking the lively and buzzing Grand-Bai. Ideal for families with dedicated rooms and villages. PADI Diving World centre, 3 tennis courts and 2 restaurant options.
- 4 Star Canonnier Golf Resort & Spa - A calm and relaxing unique resort with ponds and tropical gardens, steeped in history and built on the remains of a fortress. A spa hidden amidst a banyan tree, PADI Diving World centre, A wide range of complimentary land and water sports 3 restaurants to choose from.
- 5 Star Trou Aux Biches Golf Resort & Spa - A romantic and enchanting eco-friendly hotel with 2km of pure white beach. Chalet-style accommodation and private villas, 6 diverse restaurants, PADI Diving Centre and free babysitting service.
- 5 Star Dinarobin Golf Resort & Spa - Elegant and luxurious with villa and ocean suite accommodation located at the foot of Le Morne Brabant Mountain. Dedicated adults-only crescent, access to Paradis Golf Club, 8 restaurants including Dina’s which purchases all veg from a local community project, tranquil spa and of course a PADI Diving Centre shared with Paradis.
- 6 Star Royal Palm Luxury - Superior luxury and service and a member of The Leading Hotels & Spas of the World, 3 restaurants led by award-winning Chef; “Meilleur Ouvrier de France, wine cellar with PC4 wines, cigar & piano bar and a variety of suites to choose from including the Royal & Presidential Suite!
Sustainability at Beachcomber
Beachcomber Resorts & Hotels has recently been awarded the EarthCheck Silver Certification for their commitment to sustainable tourism and our planet. Through supporting local NGOs to on-site beekeeping, bottling their own water and introducing solar panels.
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