ONE&ONLY LE SAINT GÉRAN

One&Only Le Saint Géran is a dreamy sun-baked utopia in one of the island’s finest locations. And, while the vibe here is now more authentic and a little less reserved following a major facelift back in 2017, the grande dame of Mauritius has happily kept her style and elegance intact.

Accommodation throughout is spacious, with multiple interconnecting options for larger families. And, with plenty of quiet spots scattered throughout the gardens and decking area, it’s easy to simply spend lazy days on a sun-lounger or hammock and lose yourself in a page-turner of a book.

Activity seekers need not fret, however – there’s plenty more to do so it’s ideal for couples and families of all ages. Bikes are stationed outside every villa, the Boathouse offers all sorts of motorised and non-motorised watersports, and Club One – the hub for all things active – also houses the kids’ and teens’ clubs.

The eateries here are all absolutely unreal as you’d expect too, from the proper French pâtisserie to the adventurous Tapasake.

THE OBEROI BEACH RESORT, MAURITIUS

There’s such an air of calm around throughout this village-style resort, its meandering pathways, glorious gardens, adult- and family-focused pools (fully serviced, of course).

But there’s plenty more if you want a bit of activity, with a choice of watersports, and pursuits like wine-tastings, nature walks or cookery classes.

Being on the northwest coast, you get the most incredible sunsets (no better excuse for sundowners on the beach), and the beautiful pool villas here are just perfect if you’re craving a spot of secluded serenity.

Evenings are just as low key and peaceful as daytime, and while the flame-lit bar and restaurant ooze romance, the setting is just as good for families to reconnect. (The food is rather fabulous too, particularly the local Mauritian curry, served in a coconut and absolutely divine)!”

SHANGRI-LA LE TOUESSROK RESORT

Nestling on the linked islands of Hibiscus and Frangipani and overlooking a divinely tranquil bay, Shangri-La Le Touessrok is a smart, stylish haven. The first-class choice of accommodation includes 200 elegant rooms and suites, three exclusive Beach Villas and the ultra-private Frangipani Club Suites (the latter set on a separate islet connected to the main island with a rolodex of exclusive benefits, including complimentary signature cocktails during the daily golden hour and bespoke butler service).

Around the resort, 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 both body and mind. And, just when you thought you’d seen it all, the resort also boasts two private islands – a spectacularly challenging golf course on one, and a heavenly beach hideaway, exclusive to guests, on the other – both just a short boat trip away. What more could you ask for?”