LUX* Grand Gaube

Mauritius, Indian Ocean

Virgin rating

The hotel

Completely renovated in 2017, this innovative resort has been designed by Kelly Hoppen and delivers an eclectic mix of effortless sophistication and relaxed informality, as well as signature LUX* touches. In a peaceful location, rooms overlook the triple-bay beaches and calm lagoon. There are beautiful gardens to wander in; stopping awhile to lounge on beanbags and hammocks dotted beneath coconut, banyan and filao trees. There are land and water sports galore, plus a world-class golf course nearby and bikes for exploring tropical hillsides or the local markets and village of Cap Malheureux. The LUX* Me Spa is a true haven, offering a range of indulgent treatments as well as yoga and dynamic exercise classes. Dining-wise, you’ll be spoilt for choice, with delicious island-inspired and international dishes. Chat to the chef and watch your meal being created at The Palm Court, savour the cultures of Peru at INTI and visit Under the Banyan for mouthwatering burgers, wood-smoked meats and inventive cocktails at the French Kiss Bar.

Amenities

  • Bicycle Rental
  • Kayaking
  • Sailing
  • Scuba Diving
  • Snorkelling
  • Tennis
  • Water Skiing
  • Windsurfing
  • Kids Club
  • Teen Club
  • Bar
  • Fitness Centre/Gym

Where is it

Just moments away from a small fishing village 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

186 rooms and suites. All rooms with air-conditioning, private furnished balcony or terrace facing the sea, satellite TV, telephone, complimentary WiFi access, tea/coffee-making facilities, mini-bar*, safe and hairdryer. Superior Rooms have a large rainfall shower (no bath) and 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 2 adults and 1 child/teen (extra bed on request).

All Inclusive option: includes breakfast at The Palm Court, lunch lunch at Beach Rouge or Banyan (Creole Smokehouse, BB's), dinner at The Palm Court, Beach Rouge, Banyan (Creole Smokehouse) or Bodrum Blue. A selection of drinks including soft drinks, tea, coffee, water, juice, beer, wine, spirits, cocktails and liquors. Each restaurant and bar has the 'All Inclusive' drink menus available, except The G&T 100 Club and Rum Tree House. Bar service until midnight. Mini-bar (water, juices and soft drinks and beers, replenished once daily). Beach service and poolside service. 24-hour room service (tray charges apply). Wellness as per the hotel schedule: Yoga classes, access to the sauna, steam room, pool and spa garden (reservation mandatory subject to availability at the spa, adults only). Water sports as per hotel schedule: water-skiing, glass-bottom boat trips, snorkelling, windsurfing, kayaks, pedal boats, hobbycraft, mini-sailing, as per weather and tide conditions. Live music and DJ evening. 

Please note: All Inclusive is available from the time of arrival at the hotel to the time of departure. The hotel reserves the right to close up to two restaurants throughout the year. 

LUX* Me Spa option: can be added to any board basis and is an integrated approach to wellbeing, incorporating holistic and spa treatments. Please call for full details. 

Ile des Deux Cocos: add an all-inclusive island excursion to your holiday. Please call for full details.

Half Board option: includes breakfast at The Palm Court, dinner at The Palm Court, Beach Rouge or Banyan (Creole Smokehouse, BB's). 

Full Board option: includes breakfast at The Palm Court, lunch at Beach Rouge or Banyan (Creole Smokehouse, BB's), dinner at The Palm Court, Beach Rouge or Banyan (Creole Smokehouse).

Wellness Junior Suites are perfect for couples and solo travellers seeking a wellness-centric holiday. They feature a beach house-style, a furnished outdoor balcony or terrace facing the secluded bay, a cosy indoor seating area, and one bedroom with a four-posted king-size Sleep Tight bed (with luxe linens, and your choice of pillow). The retro-style bathroom features mood lighting, bath, rainfall shower, twin vanities, and a separate toilet, as well as LUX* collection bath amenities. The room also includes a minibar* stocked with healthy snacks, yoga mat, strap and block, exercise cards, one plant-based smoothies, unlimited use of stand-up paddle and kayak, weekly yoga and movement classes, unlimited access to the spa’s hydrothermal facilities, unlimited on-site golf practice and balls, outdoor activity deck, access to four tennis courts plus one paddle court, complimentary use of mountain bikes, and a healthy in-room dining menu with plant based options. These suites have 1 x king-size bed sleeping maximum 2 adults. 

Junior Suites are located on the ground floor with direct access to the beach, spacious bathroom with double basins, walk-in shower, separate toilet and dressing room, and 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 2 adults and 1 child/teen. 

Ocean Junior Suites are located on the second floor, have a spacious balcony with an outdoor bathtub for two, and a king-size bed sleeping maximum 2 adults and 1 child/teen.Family Suites have a king size bed and double sofa beds, two bathrooms and a walk-in dressing room, sleeping maximum 4 adults or 3 adults, 2 children/1 teen or 2 adults and 3 children/2 teens. 

The LUX* Suite has a generous lounge area, walk-in dressing room, a sleek oversized bathroom with deep-soaking bath and walk-in shower, sleeping maximum 3 adults or 2 adults and 1 child/teen. 

6 dining options: The Palm Court (live cooking stations, open for breakfast and dinner), INTI (Peruvian cuisine, open grill kitchen), Beach Rouge (casual beachfront dining), Bodrum Blue (authentic Turkish restaurant), and Under the Banyan which is home to the Creole Smokehouse (adults-only) and BBs Burger Shack (adults-only section). 7 bars: INTI Pisco Bar, G&T 100 Club, Rum Tree House, French Kiss, The Palm Court and the beachfront bars at Beach Rouge and Bodrum Blue. 

2 swimming pools (one adults-only). 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*. Petanques, mini-golf, beach volleyball, table tennis and floodlit tennis courts. Driving range*. Golf course nearby*. Mountain bike hire*. Private resort cinema (60 seats). PLAY Kids' Club (3-11 years). Teen activities including island adventure trips and beach sports.

Laundry/dry-cleaning service*. 24-hour room service*. Complimentary phone calls from hotel's red phone box. Complimentary WiFi.

3 nights on 31 Dec.

 * Denotes local charge.

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Image of the Tripadvisor rating An outstanding hotel in a beautiful location. Wonderful staff, wonderful facilities wonderful weather

Apr 19, 2024 Z2694RMmelissal Denham, United Kingdom

My Mother and Daughter holiday was one of the best we have done at the Lux Grand Gaube. Our first time in Mauritius. We stayed for 10 days and were made to feel so welcome and special. All staff were smiley and friendly and nothing was too much trouble. Particular standout members of staff were Durgesh in Bodrum Bleu who was generous with his… Read more
My Mother and Daughter holiday was one of the best we have done at the Lux Grand Gaube. Our first time in Mauritius. We stayed for 10 days and were made to feel so welcome and special. All staff were smiley and friendly and nothing was too much trouble. Particular standout members of staff were Durgesh in Bodrum Bleu who was generous with his time and made sure that we were well served. Thank you Durgesh! And Liam on the beach, a charming young man who was ever smiling and attentive. We loved the variety of food on offer and probably tried most things. The Wellness suite was ideal, plenty of room and a wonderful view of the lagoon. You would hardly know that there were others around. The use of the spa facilities were much appreciated so that we were able to have quiet time. The staff here were welcoming and always ready to help. There were so many opportunities included in the hotel package, we could not have asked for more. Read less
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Apr 19, 2024 OneAndOnlyChrisini

Literally heaven on earth- you will never want to leave this resort. The beaches are calm, the staff are all friendly, lots of activities. It has an adult only section which is nice if you want a calm relaxing stay.
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Hospitality at its finest

Apr 18, 2024 Fdw1402

Lux Grand Gaube is a beautiful resort. Not only is it beautiful, with its dircet view of the ocean. But the staff al around are absolutely amazing. The moment we arrived, we were welcomed by the sweet Anelly and Niv. And Davesh with his friendly smile. Later on, when we were exploring the resort. We met the wonderful Yosra who gave us a toure with… Read more
Lux Grand Gaube is a beautiful resort. Not only is it beautiful, with its dircet view of the ocean. But the staff al around are absolutely amazing. The moment we arrived, we were welcomed by the sweet Anelly and Niv. And Davesh with his friendly smile. Later on, when we were exploring the resort. We met the wonderful Yosra who gave us a toure with the buggy. They really made our day and showed us a whole new level of hospitality. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Fantastic experience with LUX Grande Gaube

Apr 17, 2024 Meesuan P

We went to lux grand gaube for 8 days for our honeymoon and it was incredible! We arrived early in the morning and they were able to check us in earlier than planned. There are a few restaurants to explore at the resort but our favorites were bodrum blue(the lamb and seafood starters were 💯 ) and creole smokehouse (pork ribs 🤤🤤🤤). Beach Rouge… Read more
We went to lux grand gaube for 8 days for our honeymoon and it was incredible! We arrived early in the morning and they were able to check us in earlier than planned. There are a few restaurants to explore at the resort but our favorites were bodrum blue(the lamb and seafood starters were 💯 ) and creole smokehouse (pork ribs 🤤🤤🤤). Beach Rouge had wonderful gluten free options for my wife and the most romantic ambience. We stayed in the ocean view suite which was breathtaking and the bath on the balcony was a wonderful touch. Rooms were cleaned twice daily and we certainly had no shortage of towels!! One of the most beautiful things about this resort is the friendly nature of the staff. Some key people that truly made our honeymoon amazing..jean-christophe who insisted we had breakfast even before we had officially checked in. Sun from the spa was just a delight and Oolam who went above and beyond to rectify a meal problem on our last day. Overall all the staff we came across were extremely helpful. Thank you all for a 5 star honeymoon and we would certainly recommend this hotel to other couples and hope to be back sometime soon! Read less
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Apr 16, 2024 Zoe S

We want to thank Anadiel for an incredible evening of beautiful food and run tasting at the Creole Smoke house. We had the most wonderful evening with private dining, THE BEST infused rum we have ever tasted in our lives! Incredible lobster, smokey ribs and a personal experience with the most knowledgeable rum extraordinaire ever to exist! What a… Read more
We want to thank Anadiel for an incredible evening of beautiful food and run tasting at the Creole Smoke house. We had the most wonderful evening with private dining, THE BEST infused rum we have ever tasted in our lives! Incredible lobster, smokey ribs and a personal experience with the most knowledgeable rum extraordinaire ever to exist! What a fantastic evening!! Thank you always for incredible service and experience. Read less