La Maison 20 Degrés Sud - Relais & Châteaux  

Tucked behind a grand oak door on Mauritius’ northern coast in Grand Baie, this adults-only boutique hotel sits on a lagoon and is minutes from Merville Beach, Grand Bay Beach and Mont Choisy. Pointe aux Canonniers bay and the town center are an easy stroll or short drive away.

Housed in a former colonial mansion set in a coconut grove, the property delivers an intimate, contemporary-colonial vibe. There are 36 individually styled rooms and suites dressed in soft, neutral tones that frame sea and garden views. Expect private balconies, deep soaking tubs, MP3 docking stations, plasma TVs, minibars and plush bathrobes for a quietly luxurious stay.

Two outdoor pools (kept at a warm 28°) invite slow, sunlit afternoons and sea-breeze mornings. The full-service spa features massages, body treatments and facials plus a sauna, steam room and solarium. Additional perks include a fitness center, a diving club for local excursions, concierge and valet services, airport transfers (surcharge), gift shop, laundry/dry cleaning and complimentary Wi‑Fi throughout the grounds.

Complimentary wireless internet keeps you connected across the property for work or streaming.

Two on-site restaurants serve a mix of local and international flavors — one led by Chef Sanjeev Purahoo who blends island ingredients with global techniques and offers a Chef’s Table experience. There’s also a signature fusion restaurant and a bar/lounge for cocktails and curated wines. A complimentary buffet breakfast is served each morning, and you can book a special dinner aboard the historic M/S Lady Lisbeth for a starlit meal on the water.