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 Best holiday ever

Apr 26, 2024 George C

Third time to this resort truly is a beautiful hotel ,amazing staff very friendly and always there to help if needed nothing is to much trouble the resort grounds are stunning and hotel is just wonderful beds and bedding is so comfortable,on the beach you very well looked after Reedoo is amazing always working hard tidying your sunbeds cleaning… Read more
Third time to this resort truly is a beautiful hotel ,amazing staff very friendly and always there to help if needed nothing is to much trouble the resort grounds are stunning and hotel is just wonderful beds and bedding is so comfortable,on the beach you very well looked after Reedoo is amazing always working hard tidying your sunbeds cleaning sunglasses and spritzing face to cool it down had fruit and cooler box bought to us everyday felt like paradise,we definitely will be coming back next year,food in all restaurants is fantastic Mr Cooper room 3203 Was here 2015 2023 This year April 14 till 28th Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating An awesome week at the LUX Grand Gaube, Mauritius

Apr 25, 2024 Jan J

Hotel LUX Grand Gaube boasts an immaculate design. The design and style of this hotel are incredibly cool. It exudes luxury in a subtle and effortless manner. You have so many options for relaxing with a book, an iced coffee, and lounge music. The hotel is surrounded by carefully planned lush plants. We enjoyed waterskiing, biking, paddling, beach… Read more
Hotel LUX Grand Gaube boasts an immaculate design. The design and style of this hotel are incredibly cool. It exudes luxury in a subtle and effortless manner. You have so many options for relaxing with a book, an iced coffee, and lounge music. The hotel is surrounded by carefully planned lush plants. We enjoyed waterskiing, biking, paddling, beach football, and table tennis. Everything can be found within the hotel property. There is a wide variety of food options to choose from. All of them are excellent. Despite staying for 8 nights, we never grew tired of our all-inclusive package. We had a special fondness for the Turkish restaurant and Creole Smokehouse. The outstanding team at Bodum Blue restaurant, headed by chef Belal, is truly impressive. The food is absolutely delicious. Plan ahead and secure your booking. The rooms are cool, well-lit, and free from any noise from adjacent rooms. The room service was impeccable. When you're unsure or need help, reach out to Reedoo. The beach is where you'll find him. Their cinema, both indoor and outdoor, was fantastic. Once the film began, they offered us popcorn and drinks outdoors. Including bean-bags to lounge out in. It's rare for me to award 5 stars since perfection is hard to achieve. I would have given it 4 stars because of some smaller issues with the service level we received. There were a few things that didn't go very smoothly. Sandeep, the manager, spent 90 minutes discussing this with me. He wasted no time in making adjustments to the things he endorsed, all on the same day, and skillfully accepted and implemented constructive customer feedback, leading to an extra star. Way to go turning critisism into customer satisfaction. We will definitely be returning. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating One of the most memorable stay.. thank you.. especially Mr.Sandeep

Apr 25, 2024 Payal K Bengaluru, India

We stayed here for a couple of nights just at the end of our stay in Mauritius and nothing could have been better end to the trip.. right from the checkin to checkout our stay was nothing short of marvelous and pleasant. The infra, facilities, staff, beach, weather everything was perfect. Lots of activities to do entire day. We didnt even stepped… Read more
We stayed here for a couple of nights just at the end of our stay in Mauritius and nothing could have been better end to the trip.. right from the checkin to checkout our stay was nothing short of marvelous and pleasant. The infra, facilities, staff, beach, weather everything was perfect. Lots of activities to do entire day. We didnt even stepped out of the resort, as it was a magic we didn’t want to step out of. My 3 yr old kid loved the kids play area there was activities all through the day and the care taker took care of him very well. He was a happy baby. He enjoyed the pizza making session especially. The water activities were very enjoyable. Also took my 3yr old to kayak and pedal boat with me. Gym, spa services, jacuzzi, steam, sauna everything was excellent. We were also upgraded to a family suite and room was made for our need of a child even without asking. Staff is the highlight of the property.. especially Mr. Sandeep. I wish to meet him again on our next visit and to the management kudos on making our vacation worth it.. Also the food is amazing and lot and lot of options.. Mr Nooranee is a wonderful chef to interact with. Overall I loved staying here and really sad to leave the place Read less
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Apr 25, 2024 Mandy C

Back at this beautiful hotel again came in 2015 2023,just had to come back again it’s the best place me and my husband had ever been to,service is second to none all the staff are amazing so caring and just want you to have the best and relaxing holiday,on the beach you are so looked after Reedoo goes above and beyond to look after you and helped… Read more
Back at this beautiful hotel again came in 2015 2023,just had to come back again it’s the best place me and my husband had ever been to,service is second to none all the staff are amazing so caring and just want you to have the best and relaxing holiday,on the beach you are so looked after Reedoo goes above and beyond to look after you and helped us with choosing our boat trip which was fantastic,helped sorting out to keep our room on as late check out,so grateful,food is beautiful so much to choose from in all restaurants,we had a beautiful ocean view room beautiful room beds and pillows so comfortable and kept so clean will definitely be coming back as it’s just so so fantastic here Mrs Mandy Cooper room number 3203 Came on 14th April still here till 28th April Read less
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Apr 24, 2024 anbrmol

This is the second time we have been to Lux Gran Gaube. Last April 2023, we spent a week, and this April, we stayed for 10 days: it didn't disappoint to repeat the same destination for the 2nd time; on the contrary, this year was even better!!! Two main reasons why we decided to repeat were: 1) Food and 2) Kids Club. We had Chef Ramen coming… Read more
This is the second time we have been to Lux Gran Gaube. Last April 2023, we spent a week, and this April, we stayed for 10 days: it didn't disappoint to repeat the same destination for the 2nd time; on the contrary, this year was even better!!! Two main reasons why we decided to repeat were: 1) Food and 2) Kids Club. We had Chef Ramen coming to see us on the first night to ensure my very restrictive diet (GF, lacto intolerant) was all taken care of, and I could enjoy the food as anyone else! Thank you, Chef Ramen, for making sure I always had options and a dessert to feel on proper vacation! My 4 yo had a blast at the kids club. There is a daily schedule for them to enjoy while you are also enjoying the numerous activities at the hotel. This year, we took a barista class, and it was super fun! Also, we were very well looked after at the pool. Manav was very attentive and friendly. The spa is also great! We booked in advance to ensure we had treatments the day after we arrived and during our stay! I would definitely repeat it again and again! In fact, our friends are on their way there after our recommendation! Read less