The Oberoi Beach Resort, Mauritius

Turtle Bay, Pointe aux Piments, Mauritius

The Oberoi stands in large gardens on Turtle Bay, next to the Balaclava Marine Park. The architecture is low and understated, with thatch, stone and timber, and many of the villas have their own walled gardens and private pools. The northwest coast is drier and more sheltered than the east, and it faces the sunset.

The bay is calm for swimming, kayaking and snorkeling, and the hotel can arrange boat trips along the coast and diving. The spa is set in the gardens, and the restaurants focus on Mauritian, Indian and Mediterranean cooking. From here, the Pamplemousses botanical garden and Port Louis are close, and Black River Gorges National Park is an easy day trip.

The Oberoi suits couples, honeymooners and older travelers who value quiet and attentive service. The beach is smaller than those on the east coast, and the atmosphere is calm rather than lively. Children are welcome but the resort is not built around them. The drive from the airport on the southeast coast takes about an hour.

The Oberoi Beach Resort, Mauritius is a calm, low-rise resort on Turtle Bay, on the sheltered northwest coast. Villas with private pools sit in large tropical gardens, and the sunsets face the sea. It suits couples who want quiet, gracious service rather than a big resort scene.

Notable Species

Marine life

  • Green and hawksbill turtles
  • Reef fish in the Balaclava Marine Park
  • Spinner dolphins (west coast boat trips)

Birdlife

  • Mauritius kestrel (inland reserves)
  • White-tailed tropicbird

Suggested Itineraries

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