Heritage Le Telfair Golf & Wellness Resort ★★★★★

It is hard to go wrong with a stay in Mauritius, an island offering 2,000 km² of pure paradise in the Indian Ocean. What this means, however, is that it can be hard to work out where to begin – the main tourism hubs on the north coast, the family-friendly resorts on the west, or the island’s most celebrated and popular beaches on the east…. VeryChic invites you to discover the south coast at the Heritage Le Telfair, where the scenery is wilder, more rugged, more secluded, with verdant landscapes, dramatics hills and breath-taking beaches. It is fitting that the resort is named after a renowned naturalist (Charles Telfair, the man who developed the beautiful Domaine de Bel Ombre sugar estate), because this corner of the island is all about pure, unspoilt nature.

This resort is in perfect harmony with the scenery which surrounds it, helping you get to know the island in real style and comfort. Admire the lush green plains, hills and pretty lakes while you stroll around the 18-hole golf course; gaze out towards the horizon across the soft white sands and turquoise waters while you relax with a drink from the beach club bar; or get out and explore the vast 1,300 hectare Domaine de Bel Ombre nature reserve, a peaceful sanctuary and one of the few places where you can still find species unique to Mauritius.

At the end of the day, Le Telfair’s luxurious rooms and suites are all blissfully relaxing spaces to unwind and rest yourself in preparation for another day in paradise. They perfectly capture the spirit of 19th century plantation houses, with elegant antique furnishings, high ceilings, gleaming wooden floors, four poster beds and French windows which lead out onto private verandas which offer incredible views over the ocean or the tropical gardens. To complement the classical design, the facilities are ultra-modern and befitting of a prestigious five-star resort.
Le Telfair is one of those rare resorts which truly is suitable for everyone – families, couples, friends… Mostly because of the extraordinary range of leisure, sports and relaxation options, meaning that a stay here can be whatever you want it to be. If you have the kids in tow, splash and play in the swimming pool, spend a day on the beach, wear them out with a game of volleyball or football on the sand, a game of tennis, any of the indoor sports available, or try out some of the exhilarating water sports on offer. Alternatively, leave them to their own devices at the kids club, where they can enjoy cooking lessons and fishing trips, while you sneak off to unwind in the Seven Colours spa, which is widely renowned as one of the best on the island, a real haven of calm and serenity. If you prefer to keep your distance from boisterous young children, there are designated adult pools where you can sunbathe with a cocktail in hand, endless stretches of secluded beach and no shortage of activities and outings to keep grown-ups entertained.

It is not just the range of things to do which leaves you spoilt for choice – when it comes to dining, you are faced with an equally daunting decision. With 11 on-site restaurants, it is hard to find time to try them all out, although at least with the VeryChic full board offer you can do your best. Blending authentic Mauritian cuisine with international classics, the gastronomic offering takes your taste buds on a journey around the globe, reflecting the mix of cultures which have discovered and enriched the island over the centuries. Be it Asian cuisine on the beach at Gin’ja, the French-style sophistication of the Chateau de Bel Ombre, or local produce expertly prepared at Annabella’s dramatic show kitchen, there is always something for every taste.

To keep you hydrated or get you in the mood for a delicious meal at any of the estate’s restaurants, guests also enjoy a choice of six bars, from a traditional English smoking room with a range of cigars and a snooker table to a chic lounge bar which is one of the trendiest night spots around. Just in case the tropical sunshine, paradisiacal setting and taste of luxury don’t have you in a giddy haze already, a few late night cocktails will certainly do the trick, and you will blissfully sink into your soft bed and fall into a deep sleep, only to be roused by the enticing prospect of yet another delicious breakfast and another day filled with more unforgettable island adventures…