Shangri-La Le Touessrok Mauritius, Trou d'Eau Douce, Mauritius
Despite celebrating its 40th birthday in 2018, this grande dame of the Indian Ocean, nestling on the linked islands of Hibiscus and Frangipani and overlooking a divinely-tranquil bay, has never looked better.
There's no doubt that Shangri-La Le Touessrok Mauritius is a smart, stylish haven with a great choice of accommodation, from the 200 elegant and spacious rooms and suites, three exclusive Beach Villas and the uber-romantic Frangipani Club Suites.
Set on a separate islet connected to the main island, these spacious Club Suites boast a balcony or terrace, an adults-only pool,unrivalled privacy and seclusion and a rolodex of exclusive benefits, including a bottle of champagne on arrival, complimentary signature cocktails during the daily golden hour and bespoke butler service.
Outside, you’ll find jaw-dropping white-sand beaches, edged by warm lagoon waters and an immaculate free-form pool winding its way around palm trees. Explore further and you’ll discover the Zen-like Chi, The Spa, an oasis of calm and pure tranquillity, offering blissful treatments to relax the body and mind.
And just when you thought you’d seen it all, gaze across the bay to the resort’s two private islands – with a spectacularly-challenging golf course on one, and an idyllic beach hideaway, exclusive to guests on the other – both just a short boat trip away. Now what more could you ask for?