Luxury hotel holiday Shangri-La Le Touessrok Mauritius

Shangri La's Le Touessrok's proximity to the sea is one of the most immediately striking things about the resort, built in a white-washed, almost Mediterranean style but with Mauritian roofs and interior. The resort is built on the mainland in two wings either side of the main reception, restaurants and swimming pool area and on nearby Frangipani Island, which is connected by a spectacular wooden bridge. There are 200 rooms and suites. In the Hibiscus and Coral wings, accommodation is light and airy with views of the sea from anywhere in the room or bathroom. Throughout the interior there are subtle touches of local flavour such as carved wooden features, elegantly lit sculptural wall art, and rich greens and browns to contrast the crisp white linens. There are three new villas at the resort, each with three bedrooms and its own private garden, swimming pool and terrace, as well as an elegant and spacious living and dining area. There are numerous activities from tennis to water sports, kids' and teens' clubs and a great range of dining. The buffet breakfast is served in the main restaurant, spread over three levels with views over the pool and the beach. In the evening, dinner is served here, with cuisine from nine countries presented in eight show kitchens. There are two other a la carte restaurants to choose from - you could opt for Safran, which serves timeless Indian recipes using the finest ingredients available, or for Barlen's Restaurant, where contemporary east-meets-west dishes are served against the backdrop of an exceptional show-kitchen. The size of the resort offers seclusion combined with a liberating feeling of space. A great bonus of a holiday at Shangri La's Le Touessrok are the two islands reached by boat, Ilot Mangénie, exclusive to guests, and Ile aux Cerfs. Ilot Mangénie is a delight - you step off the hotel boat onto the jetty and are greeted by a fresh, cold towel. Sun loungers are ready with towels on the soft white sand. There is a restaurant for lunch, a bar and a beach bar service offering drinks and snacks. Ile aux Cerfs is the base for the resort's boat house and water sports and is reached by private boat on a regular basis. There is also public access to this island and it is generally much livelier, with a range of stalls, restaurants and bars. A luxury holiday to Shangri La's Le Touessrok in Mauritius is ideal for couples and families wanting a quality ambience, an excellent range of activities and superb service.