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LUX* Grand Gaube, previously known as Legends, has been recently transformed to bring you an even higher standard of luxury. All privately-located villas and suites are sumptuously furnished, overlooking the triple-bay beaches, lagoon and north coast islets. There are also beautiful gardens to wander in; stopping awhile to lounge on colourful beanbags and hammocks dotted beneath coconut, banyan and filao trees. As well as boasting the only resort cinema in Mauritius, there are 4 swimming pools to choose from, each in a breathtaking location. There are also water sports galore, many of them free of charge and land-based activities in abundance, including beach volleyball, tennis and a driving range. A world-class golf course is nearby for the enthusiast and you can hire bikes to explore tropical hillsides or the local markets of Goodlands and the village of Cap Malheureux. The LUX* Me Spa is a true haven, offering a range of indulgent treatments as well as invigorating yoga classes and an array of dynamic exercise classes – tailor-made to keep you in tune with your idyllic surrounds! Dining-wise, you’ll be spoilt for choice, with 5 restaurants serving delicious island-inspired and international dishes. Whilst you dine, local musicians and dancers will keep you entertained, capturing perfectly the rhythm of island life! If you’re on holiday with little ones, keep them occupied at PLAY, their very own kids club hosting a variety of activities and excursions with babysitting an optional extra. Teens are also well catered for at Studio 17, with adventure trips around the island to tempt them, local dance classes and beach sporting tournaments.
Where is it?
Just moments away from a small fishing village on the north coast of Mauritius. Transfer time from airport: 1 hour 15 min.
Facilities
Several restaurants and bars: The Kitchen, The Bar, The Beach, Abalone, Karma House, Banyan – the Island Kitchen, Spirit Lounge and Bar. 4 swimming pools. Jardin d'herbes organic herb garden - a peaceful place to relax and unwind. LUX* Me Spa* & Fitness Centre. complimentary range of water sports including windsurfing, kayaking, water skiing, sailing, snorkelling and glass-bottom boat rides. Speedboat rides*, big-game fishing* and PADI scuba diving courses can be arranged for a fee. Petanques, mini golf, beach volleyball, ping pong and flood-lit tennis courses. Driving range. World-class golf course nearby*. Mountain bikes for hire*. Private cinema with seating for up to 60 guests*. PLAY kids club (3-12 years – open 9am-10pm daily). Studio 17 (12-17 years, open 9.00am-10.00pm daily). Laundry/dry cleaning service*. 24-hour room service*. Complimentary local and International calls from hotel telephone boxes.
Room info
198 villas and suites. All rooms with air-conditioning, private furnished balcony or terrace facing the sea, satellite TV, phone, high-speed internet access, tea/coffee maker, mini bar, safe and hairdryer. Superior Rooms have 1 king-size bed or 2 queen-size beds. Deluxe Rooms are Junior Suites are larger and all sleep 2 adults and 1 child.
Additional information
The hotel has recently re-branded all their resorts to reflect “a lighter, brighter way of living”.
All Inclusive
All-Inclusive Infinity Package includes:
Breakfast at The Kitchen. Lunch in 4 restaurants: either à la carte or menu at The Beach, Banyan Island Kitchen Grill, Abalone and The Bar. Dinner in 4 restaurants: à la carte or menu at The Beach and Abalone, speciality menu at Karma House, buffet at The Kitchen. Excludes items not included in the applicable menus in the restaurants and bars and special evenings, events and dinners. Afternoon tea at The Bar from 3.30pm-5.30pm. Drinks (soft drinks, tea, coffee, wines, juices, mineral water, cocktails and liquors) as per the scheduled opening hours of the restaurants and bars and the hotel's 'All-Inclusive Infinity' drinks menu. Mini-bar replenished once per day. Tea and coffee facilities in room. Beach and poolside service. 24-hour room service (tray charges apply). Yoga, stretching and Tai Chi classes, sauna, hamman, whirlpool and spa garden during treatments (adults only). Unlimited water and land sports: water-skiing, glass-bottom boat trips, snorkelling, windsurfing, kayaks, pedal boats, mini-sailing, driving range, gym, floodlit tennis courts (rackets provided), table tennis, bocce balls and bicycles (all as per hotel schedule and weather conditions). Excludes tennis and golf balls, scuba diving, deep-sea fishing, excursions such as catamaran cruises etc. Entertainment as per the hotel's programme including live music, Mauritian dance shows and other shows. Free WiFi Internet connection.
Guests booking the Pure Discovery Experience also receive in addition to the above:
One extravaganza cooking class and lunch with the hotel chef, wine-paired chef's signature dinner at the speciality restaurant, one 30-min facial treatment, one 45-min massage, one 30-min tennis lesson, one golf lesson with experienced coach on the driving range, one full day excursion to the private island Ile des 2 Cocos. All the above are per adult per stay (1 per 7-night stay). Additional activities – choose from 3 activities (please note: initiation to diving counts as 2 activites): One initiation to diving and one open water dive (in the PADI certified diving centre, min age:15 years). One 60-min massage. One pedicure and manicure. 8 hours of babysitting per stay minimum 3 hours per session. One 60-min tennis lesson. One half-day excursion. One catamaran excursion. One golf lesson with experienced coach on the driving range. Please note all of the above are per adult per stay (1 per 7-night stay) except for babysitting which is 1 per 7-night stay. Tennis and golf balls are also included. There is a minimum stay of 7 nights for guests booking the Pure Discovery Package.