The Oberoi, Mauritius

This was our fifth stay at an Oberoi, all in India previously and always had an excellent time, so we were curious to see how the experience would compare internationally - in short, it was AMAZING! Hard product: rooms are a great size, powerful air conditioning and beautiful marble bathrooms. The hotel itself is very well maintained, including the extensive gardens which are immaculate. The grounds themselves are a delight to walk around, with the fresh smell of the ocean and gardens alongside the sound of birds - it’s truly a tropical paradise. Design is very thoughtful, with the dining and bar areas offering vistas of the ocean. The two pool areas are also fantastic, where the pools merge with the view of the ocean, creating a brilliant view (I am sure it was intentional). The online pictures really do not do the hotel justice - before we came we thought it looked a bit ‘dated’ (and we were slightly hesitant to book because of this) but arriving we were completely blown away and knew we had made the right decision. The beach itself is not the best for swimming, but the pools really made this a non-issue. Food: the à la carte breakfast has pretty much anything you could want, with bespoke dishes also available if you ask. Pastries were delicious, croissants on a par with what you’d get in France at a bakery. Lunches at on the rocks were fantastic - staples such as burgers and club sandwiches executed very well and pizza dough was obviously freshly made and cooked excellently. The pasta was also delicious but is a GIGANTIC portion. We had the opportunity to try three of the dinner options: the main restaurant we mainly had Indian food which was excellent. The BBQ at the on the rocks was also fantastic, the pork ribs especially are really to die for. We also tried the herb trail, which was a very memorable experience with stunning views and delicious slow cooked meat. On food - I would not recommend the half board unless you are a gigantic eater. We did not go for this in the end, and definitely made the right decision as we found portions very generous. Service: this is where the Oberoi has blown us away in the past and again the same here. Natacha’s daily check-ins and presence were noted and appreciated, Shaan chats at the bar, management of the on the rocks dinner and custom cocktails were a delight, Aum who frequently served our lunches and dinners, and very thoughtfully provided us with a palm heart appetiser which was delicious, and Aditya who’s service at lunch and new years was always brilliant. Housekeeping staff were also excellent, surprising us with a rose petal bath as well as small gifts, which we’ll always remember the holiday by. The main pool service was an also exceptional - cold water, towels, fruit and ice cream all brought to your sunlounger complementary throughout the day. Oberoi service is legendary for a reason, and other hotels should really look to them as the standard. We were so happy to see it successfully transported to a beach resort. Other: we were there for the New Year’s Eve party, which was EXCELLENT. It is hard to describe and we weren’t sure what to expect, but it was a brilliant evening with live music, drinks, unbelievable food with literally anything you could want, caviar, lobsters, mussels, crabs, oysters, foie gras, pata negra, BBQ meats, roast beef, pasta, pizza, etc. There is then a dj and dancing after dinner, with fireworks on the beach. It was a really great atmosphere and such a memorable evening. I would definitely recommend it.

This is simply excellent. I cannot fault or criticise in any way. We have eaten in the hotel every night of the week and found it exceptional. For service, attention to detail, kindness, it is beyond my expectations. I have stayed in 6 Oberoi’s now and they never fail to please.

The most magical experience with unparalleled personal service. Every detail of thought of and the daily surprises and care were delightful!

We thoroughly enjoyed the Oberio. The grounds and amenities were all up to par. The quality of food and service was great. The gym was at the top of my experiences from all of my travels. The only critique I can offer is that prior to our arrival there was confusion that was entirely unnecessary in regard to our flight details and transportation plans as if the person involved was not well versed in English or not reading emails thoroughly - which caused us great concern and uncertainty in our plans. I am not sure if they used a service for this outside of the hotel or if was a new employee but this should never happen at a place like this. Had the experience not been so positive overall after arrival, I would have removed a star prior to arrival because it was that unnecessarily frustrating.

We spent four wonderful nights at The Oberoi Mauritius with our family and had a truly memorable stay. The atmosphere was calm and serene, making it the perfect place to relax and unwind. The service throughout the resort was excellent, with genuinely friendly, attentive, and professional staff who made us feel welcome from the moment we arrived. The setting is beautiful and well maintained, adding to the overall sense of tranquillity. Food was another highlight — consistently excellent, well presented, and of very high quality across all meals. Every detail seemed carefully thought through to ensure guest comfort and satisfaction. Overall, it was a very pleasant and refined experience, and we thoroughly enjoyed our time there.