Best hotels for a family holiday in Mauritius

Mauritius is a true paradise for a family holiday. Warm and calm lagoons protected by the coral reef, colourful tropics and excellent all inclusive hotels make this destination a wonderful option for a holiday with children.

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Mauritius for a holiday with children: why it is worth trying

Many resorts in Mauritius have turned family holidays into a real art form. They all try to create a world where children are delighted and parents can truly relax. Hotels offer thoughtfully planned infrastructure: kids' clubs, babysitting services, special menus in restaurants and spacious family rooms.

The island has beaches that are perfect for families. Thanks to the coral reef, most of the coastline consists of shallow lagoons without waves or dangerous currents. And there are also plenty of activities in Mauritius: no one will be bored here, because there are many options, from water sports and safari parks to educational excursions and hiking.

Trou aux Biches Beachcomber Golf Resort & Spa

Zilwa Attitude

This is a very warm and simple hotel near the fishing village of Grand Gaube. There is no unnecessary luxury here, but there is a lot of Mauritian character. The rooms are decorated in the style of local seaside houses with bright cushions. It is a family hotel, so the rooms have sofa beds for children and everything needed for little ones. The food here is very tasty: you can try Indian cuisine, Creole cuisine and even go for lunch with local residents. For children from 3 to 12 years old, there is a club where they are always busy: one day they search for treasure, another day they sail by boat to a neighbouring island. In the evening, there is often open-air cinema or sega dancing.

Where it is located: northern coast, the village of Calodyne. The trip from the airport takes about 1 hour 15 minutes, around 75 km.

Zilwa Attitude

Hilton Mauritius Resort & Spa

Flic en Flac is considered one of the most convenient resort areas on the island: from here it is easiest to reach the main sights, and there are almost never strong winds. In the Flic en Flac coastal area, you can choose Hilton Mauritius for a family holiday, right on the beachfront.

The hotel’s main feature is its huge outdoor pool. It is made in the shape of a lagoon, with a small island inside and waterfalls. In the evenings, colourful shows are held in the gardens and on the beach, so there is always something to watch after dinner. For children aged 3 to 12, there is a kids' club, a playground and a separate shallow pool where little ones can splash around safely.

Hilton pleases guests with a range of free water activities. The whole family can go on a sea trip in a glass-bottom boat or join a special dolphin cruise to see dolphins in the open sea. Kayaks, pedal boats, snorkelling gear and windsurfing equipment are also provided free of charge. For those who want more, diving, surfing or deep-sea fishing can be arranged for an additional fee.

Where it is located: Flic en Flac on the west coast of Mauritius. The road from the airport takes about an hour.

Hilton Mauritius Resort & Spa

Trou aux Biches Beachcomber Golf Resort & Spa

This is a very beautiful and green place. The hotel occupies a huge area of 35 hectares, where the villas are literally hidden in thick tropical gardens. It is located on the north-west coast. The weather is excellent here and the sea is calm almost all year round. One of the main highlights of the central part of the hotel is its unusual pools, and there is also access to a golf course.

For families, Trou aux Biches Beachcomber is a real find. There is a kids' club for children aged 3 to 11, with its own pool, garden and even a separate children’s restaurant. Children do crafts and games here. A very nice bonus: on weekdays from 13:00 to 16:00, the hotel provides a free babysitting service for toddlers from 1 to 3 years old. There is also a special mother and baby room. For teenagers from 12 to 17, there is their own club, where they can play tennis and go snorkelling. For those who want to go deeper, there is a diving centre with professional instructors.

Where it is located: north-west coast of Mauritius, in the resort area of Trou aux Biches. The road from the airport takes 1 hour 15 minutes.

Trou aux Biches Beachcomber Golf Resort & Spa

Constance Belle Mare Plage

This hotel is often called one of the best family corners in Mauritius. It has a magnificent location - 2 km of soft white beach, surrounded by villas with thatched roofs, tropical gardens and golf courses. The philosophy of "arrive as a guest, leave as a friend" reflects Mauritian hospitality. At Coconut Tribe, children aged 4 to 11 take part in circus games, hunt for crabs, learn local crafts and make pizza. The rooms, decorated in shades of sea blue, are perfect for a family holiday. And the beach villas have private pools and are surrounded by picturesque gardens.

Where it is located: east coast, Poste de Flacq area, just north of Belle Mare. Transfer from the airport takes 1 hour.

Constance Belle Mare Plage

InterContinental Mauritius Resort Balaclava Fort

This five-star hotel on the north-west of the island is located in the quiet and very beautiful Balaclava Bay. The place looks like a picture: tropical gardens, white sand and calm azure water all around. A big advantage of this hotel is its location - the place is secluded, but you can drive to the capital Port Louis or the popular tourist centre of Grand Baie in just 15-20 minutes. Everything here is arranged for a family holiday. The rooms and suites are very spacious and bright, many of them have panoramic ocean views, and there are their own balconies or terraces.

The main place for children in the hotel is the Planet Trekkers club. A professional team looks after the little guests and organises different games and activities for them, so parents can calmly set aside time for themselves. There are two large swimming pools on site with a beautiful ocean view, a modern fitness centre and many entertainment options.

Where it is located: north-west coast, in the picturesque Balaclava Bay. The road from the airport by car takes 50-60 minutes.

InterContinental Mauritius Resort Balaclava Fort

Club Med La Pointe aux Canonniers

Club Med are true professionals when it comes to family holidays, because it was here that the concept of kids' clubs was once invented. The hotel is located on the north-west coast, where the best beaches are and there is almost no wind. There are many activities here for everyone: water skiing, tennis, archery, and everything is included in the stay. Leisure is organised for children of all ages, from babies aged 4 months to teenagers of 17. Parents are given strollers and baby baths, and the restaurants have special corners with children’s food. The rooms and the whole resort are modern, with lots of wood and bright colours. It is very convenient that food is available all day in the beach bar Alma, so there is no need to follow a strict schedule and you can have breakfast whenever you like.

Where it is located: north-west coast, Pointe aux Canonniers, not far from Grand Baie. Transfer from the airport takes 1 hour 20 minutes.

Club Med La Pointe aux Canonniers

Heritage Le Telfair Golf & Spa Resort

Kids' clubs are not usually suitable for parents with babies, and a nanny is often available for an extra charge. The Baby Timomo kids' club at Heritage Le Telfair offers more interesting conditions. A qualified team provides free childcare for babies from 0 to 35 months. The club for little ones works every day. There is also an entertainment programme from the age of 3 and activities for teenagers.

The hotel has a relaxed colonial atmosphere, and its village style makes the stay cosy and easy thanks to spacious suites with sea views, French windows from floor to ceiling and private balconies. The all inclusive package offers a choice of 12 restaurants, including authentic Mauritian fine dining restaurants. And children love the little shop where homemade ice cream and sorbets made from seasonal ingredients are sold.

Where it is located: south coast, in the large Bel Ombre estate. From the airport it is about 50 minutes by car along the scenic southern coastal road.

Heritage Le Telfair Golf & Spa Resort

Four Seasons Resort Mauritius

The resort stretches across 64 acres of tropical gardens in a secluded lagoon. At Four Seasons Resort Mauritius, children aged 4 to 9 can set off in search of tropical treasures and splash around in the Hobbit Village kids' pool with its own amphitheatre, bakery and playroom. The villas are decorated with thatched roofs, private pools and wonderful secluded gardens. It is partly a sculpture park, partly a botanical garden, with elegant modernist villas designed by a local architect. Children by the pool enjoy local Gourmet Pops sweets while parents go off to play golf. From here, it is easy to take a sea trip to the secluded Crusoe hideaway at La Plaz.

Where it is located: east coast, in the Beau Champ area. The trip from the airport takes 45-50 minutes.

Four Seasons Resort Mauritius

Maradiva Villas Resort Spa

The only family hotel on the island made up entirely of villas, and it is something special. It spreads across 27 acres of lush tropical gardens on a quiet sandy beach overlooking Tamarin mountain. After a major renovation, the hotel reopened at the end of 2023.

At Maradiva, there is a kids' club for little guests, while adults can enjoy privacy in spacious villas with pools hidden in dense tropical gardens. The days here pass easily and naturally: choose snorkelling on the reef, enjoy a relaxing massage in authentic spa pavilions. If you want to feel the local atmosphere, lively Flic en Flac is only a few minutes away by car, or a 30-minute walk along the beach.

Where it is located: west coast, in the Flic en Flac area. Transfer from the airport takes about 50-60 minutes.

Maradiva Villas Resort Spa

Victoria Beachcomber Resort & Spa

This is one of the most popular family hotels in Mauritius. Victoria Beachcomber is in a very convenient place: between lively Grand Baie and the capital Port Louis, so if you want, you can always go into town. The hotel is large and works on an all inclusive basis, which makes life much easier for parents. Another pleasant bonus is the interchangeability with other hotels of the same group - Canonnier and Mauricia Beachcomber, if you feel like changing the surroundings and having lunch somewhere else.

The main advantage of Victoria Beachcomber for those travelling with children is its very spacious rooms. The family apartments are designed so that everyone feels comfortable. The kids' club is located right on the beach. The programme is different every day: games, crafts and all kinds of themed quests. The teen club has its own programme: sport, discos and socialising with peers. If children want to try diving, the hotel has a PADI school where they teach diving from the age of 10.

Where it is located: north-west coast. The transfer from the airport takes about an hour by car.

Victoria Beachcomber Resort & Spa