It is undeniable that Mauritius holidays are popular and enjoyable for most people. Situated in the Indian Ocean off the east coast of Africa, this island is surrounded by bright coral, pearly white beaches and the clear warm waters of the Indian Ocean. But family holidays to any destination can be tricky, as many hotels don’t welcome or allow children and, if they do, they rarely cater to children’s needs. Here are two of the best child friendly hotels to consider for your family holiday in Mauritius.
Anahita the Resort
One of this hotel’s biggest selling points for families is that it has a distinctly home away from home feel. The hotel is structured into luxury residences, which you can turn into your family home for a few days during your Mauritius holiday. The residences even have their own private plunge pools, which your children can enjoy while you are close at hand.
Anahita is situated on the east coast of the island, and with a beautiful stretch of white beach beside it, beachside family entertainment is on your doorstep. The resort has all the facilities necessary to entertain a whole family too, with tennis courts, wellness and fitness centres, restaurants, and even a golf course to keep people of all ages entertained on a family holiday in Mauritius.
If you crave a bit of peace and quiet, but have younger children who need to be kept constantly stimulated, there is a kids club available too. The club is called ‘Our Space’ and it is open to children of all ages (starting at 8 months). Your children can make friends and play safely here, while you get some time off, on your Mauritius holiday.
The Hilton Mauritius
Situated on the west coast, bordering one of the island’s most beautiful beaches, lies the Hilton. Its prime location serves to enhance the comfortable and luxurious accommodation this Mauritius hotel provides, and you can enjoy spending fun filled Mauritius holidays at this resort. Parents on family holidays need not fret at the thought of not getting any time to themselves, as the resort has its own kids club for children aged 4 – 12 years. For the evenings, if parents want to make use of the delicious seafood restaurants and have a dinner for two, a babysitting service is also available from the resort, giving you all the freedom you need on a family holiday in Mauritius.
A great activity for the whole family is to hire bikes from the resort and explore the area. Lush green tropical plants surround you, as does a pretty coastline and the village of Flic en Flac – all simply waiting to be explored. The mini putting green makes for hours of family fun, and the resort pool is also a source of family entertainment. All the other activities typical of Mauritius holidays are available too, such as tennis, scuba diving and snorkelling. The Hilton is an ideal family hotel as it is in a prime location, has excellent facilities, and strives to accommodate its guests, of all ages.
Author Resource:
Claire Bryant is a Mauritius holiday specialist for key2holidays, an online tour operator offering a selection of Mauritius holidays (http://www.key2holidays.co.uk/mauritius ), as well as other destinations in the Indian Ocean; the Far East, Cuba and the Caribbean, Egypt, Southern Africa, Italy.