Veranda Paul & Virginie

Mauritius, Indian Ocean

Virgin rating

Comfort Room
Superior Room
Superior room
St Geran Restaurant
Isle de France Restaurant
Superior room
Privilege Room
Privilege Room
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Comfort Room
Superior Room
Superior room
St Geran Restaurant
Isle de France Restaurant
Superior room
Privilege Room
Privilege Room

The hotel

Named after the legendary couple immortalised in the novel Paul et Virginie, this small and intimate adult-only hotel is the ideal place for a relaxing holiday. Nestled in tropical gardens on Mauritius' north-east coast overlooking a beautiful calm bay, it’s sure to evoke romance. The resort features two lovely swimming pools, two restaurants overlooking the lagoon and a poolside bar with sea views — be sure to try the delicious pancakes in the afternoon. The Seven Colours Wellness Spa offers a variety of treatments, there's an exclusive catamaran for Veranda guests only and the hotel offers a number of traditional experiences and surprise 'Pop-Up Moments'.

Amenities

  • Kayaking
  • Sailing
  • Snorkelling
  • Water Skiing
  • Windsurfing
  • Honeymoon
  • Wedding
  • Bar
  • Internet Access
  • Restaurant
  • Safety Deposit Box
  • Beachfront location

Where is it

In the picturesque fishing village of Grand Gaube on the north coast of Mauritius. Transfer time from Mauritius International Airport: Approximately 1 hour 15 minutes. Please note that if taking a seat in coach this may be longer depending on how many hotel stops are en route.

Hotel information

81 rooms on 3 floors. All rooms are sea facing with balcony or terrace, air-conditioning, ceiling fan, flat-screen TV with in-house films, radio, telephone, complimentary WiFi, tea/coffee-making facilities, mini-bar, safe and hairdryer. Comfort Rooms have views of the beach and lagoon, with 1 queen-size bed or 2 twin beds, sleeping maximum 2 adults.

All Inclusive of: buffet breakfast and buffet or set menu dinner at the main restaurant. Set menu lunch at St Géran Resaurant on the beach or a sandwich selection at the main bar. A la carte dinner at St Géran is available with a Rs 700 credit per person, per night (excluding seafood items). Privilege Room guests may dine from the à la carte menu without supplement (excluding seafood items). Afternoon tea/coffee and pancakes or snacks. A selection of drinks, including soft drinks, juice, mineral water, local beers, selection of cocktails and local spirits, and house wine by the glass — available at the bar from 11:00am–11:00pm. Mini-bar (soft drinks, juices, water and local beer, replenished once daily). In-room tea and coffee. Picnic boxes available for guests leaving the resort for the day. Land and non-motorised water sports including windsurfing, pedal boats, kayaking, sailing dinghies, snorkelling, stand up paddle, boules, table tennis and beach volleyball.

Please note: All Inclusive starts from your arrival at the hotel and ends upon your departure, irrespective of check-in and check-out times.

Superior Rooms are larger with different decor and a spacious bathroom, with 1 king-size bed or 2 twin beds, sleeping maximum 2 adults.

Privilege Rooms are larger still, with 1 king-size or 2 twin beds, sleeping maximum 2 adults. Privilege Rooms include the following benefits: à la carte dinner (with supplement for some items, excluding seafood) at St Géran Restaurant on a daily basis (unless restaurant is being used for private event). One full-day catamaran cruise once per stay, including open bar and lunch on board (minimum 7-night stay, weather permitting, departure from jetty). Pillow menu. Nespresso machine.

Complimentary shuttle twice per week to Grand Baie, plus seasonal free shuttle on Friday and Saturday evenings to Grand Baie (departure 10:00pm, return 1:00am), pre-booking at reception required. 

Isle de France Restaurant (buffet and table d'hote restaurant, open for breakfast and dinner), Le Saint Géran (à la carte restaurant and beach bar, in a typical Mauritian Rondavel, open for lunch and dinner). Poudre D'Or bar and lounge (poolside, with sea views). Street food kiosk (serving snacks during the day). Beach/pool service* (drinks and a select menu can be served from 12:00pm-1:00pm on the beach or around the pool). 

Live evening entertainment.

2 swimming pools. Seven Colours Wellness Spa*. Complimentary non-motorised water sports including windsurfing, pedal boats, kayaking, sailing dinghies, stand up paddle, aquagym and snorkelling. PADI scuba diving*, kitesurfing*, fishing*, bicycle rental* and excursions* available nearby. Boules, beach volleyball, table tennis. Golf* at Heritage Golf Club. 

Complimentary WiFi.

All stays inclusive of the 31st of Dec '23 must cover a minimum 3 nights duration. 

*Denotes local charge.

Please note: the dress code in the restaurants is smart casual. Gentlemen are requested to wear long trousers in the evening.

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Image of the Tripadvisor rating Honeymoon 2023

Dec 7, 2023 806kn United Kingdom

For the whole stay staff have been amazing so approachable and cheerful. The food is delicious and a good variety to choose from. The entertainment is good except for it has been repetitive over the two week stay. The room is spacious and comfortable. The bed is extremely comfortable and big. Everyday you get room service once sometimes twice a… Read more
For the whole stay staff have been amazing so approachable and cheerful. The food is delicious and a good variety to choose from. The entertainment is good except for it has been repetitive over the two week stay. The room is spacious and comfortable. The bed is extremely comfortable and big. Everyday you get room service once sometimes twice a day. The facilities are very clean and comfortable. The beach is a bit cramped and public can come on which was a bit of a downfall as you come to an adults only to be away from children and you can still hear shouting kids. Our honeymoon has been amazing and have loved every minute of it. We were given two glasses of red wine, aperitif, bottle of sparking wine and a candlelit dinner as part of the honeymoon package. As the candlelit dinner it wasn’t very romantic as you are with several other couples. We didn’t feel as though we were on our honeymoon but as if we were on a normal holiday. You definitely have to go out and visit the island as there is limited activities to do at the hotel. We look forward to possibly coming back in afew years time. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Very good experience

Dec 5, 2023 B9529EZalexandrag

This is a great hotel. The rooms are clean and beautiful. The staff was amazing and the absolute highlight . Food was good especially the Indian food. The cocktails could have had more alcohol in it and they tasted more like fruit juice.
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Dec 3, 2023 Josh D

We honeymooned at Veranda Paul et Virginie and it was 9 days of bliss! All staff greeted us with a smile everyday but Pawan really made the trip. Always happy to see us and so creative with the cocktails, especially with the off menu creations, they were delicious! The pool areas are pleasant but some of the sun loungers are tired and in need of… Read more
We honeymooned at Veranda Paul et Virginie and it was 9 days of bliss! All staff greeted us with a smile everyday but Pawan really made the trip. Always happy to see us and so creative with the cocktails, especially with the off menu creations, they were delicious! The pool areas are pleasant but some of the sun loungers are tired and in need of replacing (reason for a dropped star). We had friends from another Veranda resort visit us for a day and transfer their all inclusive package for dinner and drinks which the hotel managed perfectly for them - they loved it here so much they wanted to transfer their whole stay! The food was varied enough to keep the buffet interesting each day and it was delicious and well-seasoned - there was something for everyone! Room was a tad small but that’s no fault of the hotel and we didn’t spend much time in there anyway. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Returned 30/11/23 wow great holiday

Nov 30, 2023 vanessadean67 Wickford, United Kingdom

What a beautiful holiday we’ve just had, I was a bit concerned that there were only two restaurants, there was no need to worry, amazing food amazing staff *** if anyone is going soon could I ask that someone takes some dog nail clippers with them! Dogs are all strays in Mauritius and the mamma at the resort has a few claw on the back left foot… Read more
What a beautiful holiday we’ve just had, I was a bit concerned that there were only two restaurants, there was no need to worry, amazing food amazing staff *** if anyone is going soon could I ask that someone takes some dog nail clippers with them! Dogs are all strays in Mauritius and the mamma at the resort has a few claw on the back left foot that will soon go into her pad!! , she is a very lovely dog and I’m sure won’t give you any issues to cut it as long as she is fed sausages!! **** would appreciate it if someone could let me know if you have done it for her ( I tried to buy some but couldn’t find any) Back to the resort…. Peaceful very relaxing place and nothing is too much issue I do think the sunloungers were old and uncomfortable and a padded cushion would make a huge difference . Now trips , one that is not advertised is swimming with wild Turtles , it was fantastic, all safe for the turtles, do not touch them though, they are well looked after and wow what an amazing day thanks to Gino who owns the boat, can’t recommend enough x Feed the doggies , relax with a cocktail and enjoy the view and you’ll have the perfect holiday Read less
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Nov 29, 2023 Mikaela I

The hotel is very good and the staff lovely very helpful food excellent Every night entertainment Rooms are spacious and very thoroughly cleaned every day No complaints I would recommend to anyone There is a small beach and lots of things to do included in the all inclusive package like canoeing,paddle board and stand up paddle board Very… Read more
The hotel is very good and the staff lovely very helpful food excellent Every night entertainment Rooms are spacious and very thoroughly cleaned every day No complaints I would recommend to anyone There is a small beach and lots of things to do included in the all inclusive package like canoeing,paddle board and stand up paddle board Very relaxed ambience and the sun always shines even if it's raining for 5 minutes Highly recommended Read less