Hotel Riu Palace Mauritius

This charming beach hotel is situated in the south-west of the island of Mauritius. Quatre Bornes is an hour's drive from the resort, Chamarel Seven-Coloured Earth is half an hour away by car and Riviere Noire is roughly a 40-minute drive away. It is an hour's drive from the capital Port Louis and from Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International airport to the hotel.

The resort has a lift and features 265 rooms. The reception desk is open round the clock. Amenities include a cloakroom, baggage storage service, safe and currency exchange service. Wireless internet access in public areas allows guests to stay connected. The tour desk offers assistance with booking excursions. Wheelchair-accessible facilities are available. A number of shops, including a souvenir shop, are great for shopping or just browsing. A garden provides extra space for rest and relaxation in the open air. Additional amenities include a newspaper stand and a TV room. Parking spaces are available to guests travelling by car. Other services include a 24-hour security service, a transfer service, room service, a laundry service, a hairdresser and a hotel shuttle bus. Bicycle storage is available to guests. There is a bike hire service as well.

Rooms are equipped with air conditioning and a fan. A welcome gift awaits guests. Guests can relax and enjoy the sea views from the balcony or private terrace of some rooms. The rooms have a queen-size bed and a sofa bed. Extra beds can be requested. A safe, a minibar and a desk are also available. Additional features include a refrigerator and a tea/coffee station. An ironing set is provided for guests' convenience. A telephone, a television with satellite/cable channels, a radio and WiFi are provided as well. Slippers are included. Bathrooms are equipped with a shower and a bathtub. A hairdryer, a vanity mirror, bathrobes and a telephone are available for daily use. As a special feature, bathrooms are also stocked with cosmetic products and a selection of towels. Guests can also book wheelchair-friendly rooms with wheelchair-accessible bathrooms. The resort has non-smoking rooms.

Guests can enjoy a refreshing swim in the outdoor pool area (for a fee). A hot tub invites guests to soothe their muscles, and a poolside snack bar will take care of any hungry bellies. A short break or an entire afternoon on the sun terrace, which features sun loungers and parasols, is time well spent. A variety of activities are available at the resort, for example cycling/mountain biking and bocce or, for a fee, tennis, beach volleyball and golf. A number of sports are available, including water sports such as kitesurfing, banana boat rides, sailing, catamaraning, kayaking, snorkelling and diving. For a fee, guests can also enjoy water skiing, windsurfing, motorboat rides, paddle boating, canoeing, water aerobics and aquafit. The resort offers numerous indoor sports, including a gym, badminton, billiards, callisthenics and aerobics or, for a fee, table tennis. Various wellness options are available at the resort, including a spa, a sauna, a steam bath, a hammam, a beauty salon, massage treatments and a solarium. The resort offers an entertainment programme for adults.

Various dining options are available, including a dining room, a breakfast room, a café, a bar and a pub. The non-smoking restaurant provides high chairs for children. Refreshing drinks at the beach bar are a perfect way to enjoy warm weather. Catering options include bed and breakfast, half board, full board and all-inclusive. A generous breakfast buffet guarantees a great start to the day. At lunch and dinner, guests can choose between a buffet, à la carte and a set menu. Special meals, including vegetarian dishes, are also available. All-inclusive holidaymakers enjoy special extras, including snacks. The chefs prepare delicious specialities during the show cooking. For guests, alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks are included.