in an area popular with tourists, this laid-back hotel is a 16-minute walk from white-sand le morne beach on the indian ocean and 55 km from sir seewoosagur ramgoolam international airport. the 3 warm 1- and 2-bedroom suites come with flat-screen tvs and free wi-fi, as well as kitchenettes, separate living rooms, and furnished terraces offering views of the ocean. upgraded units add private pools with sundecks and loungers. check-in time: 2:00 pmcheck-out time: 10:00 am Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport 1 hr 7
Île aux Benitiers (7 min) Unspoilt 160-acre coral island with virgin beaches & coconut plantations, popular for boat trips. Grand Bassin (39 min) Hindu sacred & yearly pilgrimage site, with temples & shrines around the scenic crater lake. Flic En Flac Beach (43 min) White-sand beach lined with casuarina trees, offering water sports, lagoons & nearby restaurants. Curious Corner of Chamarel (20 min) Gallery featuring dozens of interactive optical illusions, plus a garden cafe & a gift shop. Black River Gorges National Park (31 min) Large rainforest park offering 2 information centers, picnic areas & 60 km. of hiking trails. Tamarind Falls (55 min) Stunning eco-destination known for its cascading waterfalls, diving pools, ponds & lush landscape. Le Morne Brabant (11 min) Sweeping sea views from a hilly peninsula with lush vegetation, known for its huge basalt outcrop. Tamarin Public Beach (26 min) Swimming, kayaking & stand-up paddle-boarding offered at a sandy beach with views of dramatic peaks. La Vallee Des Couleurs Nature Park (38 min) Known for its landscape with 23 colors, this scenic park offers trails & wildlife, plus zip-lining. Casela Nature Parks (32 min) Huge outdoor amusement park with safari tours, camel rides & zip-lining, plus restaurants & shops. Chamarel Seven Colored Earth Geopark (26 min) 7 different colors can be seen in these sand dunes in a park with a waterfall, a cafe & tortoises. Le Morne Brabant (16 min) Historic 1,824-ft. mountain offering a scenic & challenging climb to its sweeping views at the top. Piton de la Petite Rivière Noire (39 min) The island's highest mountain features lush vegetation & rugged hiking trails with scenic views. Chamarel Waterfall (24 min) These picturesque, 272-ft. waterfalls can be viewed from an upper deck & base with shallow swimming. Ebony Forest Reserve Chamarel (26 min) Jeep & hiking tours of a protected forest with flowering plants, pink pigeons & giant tortoises. |