Mauritius is full of beautiful hotels, including a real nugget. Located in the wild south of the island, the Shanti is a luxurious haven of peace where you’ll want to leave your suitcases forever. Visit the site
Sublime suites in enchanting surroundings
Bordered by the turquoise waters of the Indian Ocean, Shanti Maurice enjoys an enchanting setting. The hotel is surrounded by greenery and boasts a dream beach. In Mauritius, hospitality and service are our strong points. Here, service is truly personalized and particularly kind. Shanti Maurice’s philosophy is to introduce guests to the Mauritian way of life and encourage them to forge links with the local population.
One of the suites
Shanti Maurice boasts 61 spacious suites and villas, spread across a vast, lush estate that exudes tropical fragrances. Set on the seafront, the 17 villas, including the luxurious Presidential Villa, offer contemporary decor inspired by Mauritian and African cultures, and feature a private swimming pool, open-air tropical shower and pavilion. The resort, which welcomes couples and families, offers a Kids Club with a program of activities (water sports, tennis, arts and crafts, etc.). and treasure hunts). What’s more, the Kids Club staff are very attentive to children’s needs.
Getting married
Shanti Maurice is also an exceptional setting for a wedding or honeymoon. Couples can exchange vows in the dedicated wedding pavilion overlooking the turquoise waters of the Indian Ocean, or under the old badamier tree, set against a backdrop of magnificent, lush mountains. Le Shanti can also organize a memorable reception in the 18th-century village chapel, with the assistance of a Mauritian choir. We were able to attend a wedding while we were there, and for the bride and groom, the event was sublime.
A 7000 m2 Spa
The Nira Spa is built around a charming tea pavilion surrounded by water lily ponds and indigenous flowers. Covering an area of 7,000 m², it features 25 treatment rooms and is one of the largest in the Indian Ocean. A team of masseurs and therapists work alongside nutritionists, personal trainers and Ayurvedic doctors to help guests get back into shape, both physically and mentally. In keeping with the resort’s philosophy, the Africology brand works with Nira Spa staff and horticulturalists to develop a range of unique products and treatments based on the flora and culture of Mauritius.
Spa massage tables
A crossroads of flavours
When it comes to dining, the Shanti Maurice offers a wide choice of flavors, with an emphasis on dishes based on local, seasonal ingredients, and even a vegetable garden in the hotel gardens. As part of his commitment to sustainable development, chef Willibald Reinbacher has chosen to source his ingredients mainly from local farmers and fishermen, offering a cuisine based on vegetables and herbs grown on the estate. Stars, the Shanti’s gourmet restaurant, offers contemporary Cape-inspired cuisine, as well as a menu of southern vintages. Africato minimize the carbon footprint of its supplies: South Africa is only a 4-hour flight away.
One of the two restaurants
The Pebbles restaurant offers international cuisine influenced by the flavors of India, while Fish and Rhum Shack, the beach restaurant, pays homage to the pirate lifestyle. Its cocktails are based on rum produced in the local distillery, while its beers are themselves –also brewed in the village. The exotic gardens of the Shanti Maurice are also ideal for picnics. –niques to enjoy local produce, grown on untamed land. To help guests discover Mauritius in the best possible conditions, the resort’s concierge is on hand to organize a wide range of excursions, from swimming with dolphins in Tamarin Bay, to a visit to the Bois Chéri tea factory (which has been in existence for a hundred years), to a lunch break at Le Saint Aubin, a former plantation house converted into a restaurant serving classic Mauritian cuisine. For those who like to keep active, there are plenty of sporting activities available in the south of the island, including windsurfing, zip-lining and hiking.
All in all, the Shanti Maurice is a hotel of refined luxury that respects the environment. It’s a place where you feel at home, and a break from stressful city life. The return to reality is violent!
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