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Mon - Thurs 9am to 7pm
Fri 9.00am to 5pm
Sat 9.30am to 4.30pm
Family Holiday FAQ's
How long is the flight to Mauritius?
The flying time is 12 hours on direct flights from Heathrow. All flights to Mauritius are overnight flights, and most return flights are day time flights with the exception of Air Mauritius flights back on a Thursday and Saturday.
What about jetlag?
As Mauritius is 4 hours ahead of the UK in our winter, 3 in our summer months and with the overnight flights jetlag is rarely a problem.
Can we pre-book seats?
Seats can be pre-booked on Air Mauritius and Virgin. Seats with British Airways can be pre-booked online 72 hours before your departure.
Are there any inoculations required for Mauritius?
There are no inoculations required for travel to Mauritius. There is also no Malaria.
Do you provide child seats on transfers?
We can only offer child seats on private transfers.
Can you guarantee interconnecting rooms?
Interconnecting rooms unfortunately can not be guaranteed - these rooms are allocated by the hotel to guests on arrival at the resort. Where possible the hotels in Mauritius will allocate these rooms to families with young children.
Do you provide cots?
Cots can be provided at all of the hotels.
Do you provide high chairs in the restaurants?
Yes the restaurants at the Beachcomber hotels in Mauritius have high chairs.
Will the restaurants puree infants food?
Yes the restaurants will all puree infants food.
Should I take baby formula with me?
Although you can buy baby formula in Mauritius, we recommend you take your own.
Should we take nappies with us?
Take as many as you can in your luggage, additional supplies can be purchased in Mauritius. Swimming nappies are also a good idea to take with you.
Are the children's clubs free?
All hotels offer free children's clubs which are open to 3 to 12 year olds.
Can younger children attend the clubs?
Children under 3 can attend the clubs but they must be accompanied by an adult or baby sitter.
Are there any teenager's clubs?
Le Victoria is the only Beachcomber Hotel that runs a teenagers programme in busy school holiday periods.
How much does a baby sitter cost?
Baby sitters cost approximately £5 per hour. Baby sitters are booked through reception - 24 hours notice is required. Depending on hours worked the baby sitters transport may need to be paid for by guests.
Is it worth us taking snorkeling equipment with us?
If you are keen snorkelers then yes it is worth taking your own equipment with you.
Do the restaurants have children's meals?
All restaurants offer kids menus. Some in fact have their own children's dining area - Le Victoria even offers a children's buffet with mini buffet tables.
Do you have any all inclusive hotels in Mauritius?
Four of the Beachcomber hotels offer an all inclusive plan - Shandrani Resort & Spa, Le Victoria, Le Canonnier and Le Mauricia.
What do you want to do next?
Detailed information on accommodation : Information on the Kid's Clubs
Suggested ideas and itineraries : FAQs : Our top family activities
or give one of our specialists a call on 01483 445621 or contact us online
The finest hotel in Mauritius
Experience the very best that Mauritius has to offer at the Royal Palm. Standing just outside Grande Baie, the Royal Palm has been a member of the Leading Hotels of the World since 1990 and is surrounded by beautiful tropical gardens, a glorious sandy beach and the turquoise Grande Baie lagoon beyond. Staff outnumber guests here three to one, and it shows in every aspect of the impeccable service our guests enjoy.
Luxury Family holiday
Considered to be one of the most elegant resorts on Mauritius, Dinarobin Hotel Golf & Spa sits on the chic Le Morne Peninsula. With an incredible mountain backdrop and an enchanting 2km stretch of beach, this sophisticated, all-suite hotel is perfect for a luxury family holiday with something for the whole family both young and old.
The Complete Family Holiday Resort
The vibrant Paradis is quite rightly regarded as one of the best family holiday resorts in Mauritius. Apart from it's outstanding location and beautiful beaches the resort offers some of the best family accommodation in Mauritius, with numerous interconnecting rooms, two-bedroom Family Suites to superb private Villas. There's also a great Bob Marlin Children's Club and a huge range of complimentary land and water sports. The Paradis golf course is also right on your door step.
The Best Family All Inclusive Resort in Mauritius
Shandrani is Hindi for ‘goddess of the moon' and this fully all inclusive family holiday resort is a truly heavenly experience. We've blended the best of Beachcomber; exceptional family accommodation, cuisine, a superb location on the unspoilt historical south coast and a whole host of leisure activities to make Shandrani Serenity Plus - an outstanding fully all inclusive family holiday concept that offers you total freedom to enjoy your holiday in Mauritius.
A haven of tropical romance
Trou Aux Biches extends the warmest of welcomes to all who stay here for their Mauritius family holiday. The hotel has a traditional Mauritian village atmosphere and is blessed with a particularly stunning setting on one of the most beautiful beaches in Mauritius. (Trou Aux Biches will be closing for an exciting 18 month redevelopment programme from 19 Jan 09 onwards)
Spacious accommodation & unforgettable sunsets
Beachcomber has a strong tradition of creating unforgettable holidays. As pioneers of tourism to Mauritius, we've been able to choose some of the best locations on the island for our hotels, and Le Victoria is no exception. The hotel is in a great location between the capital, Port Louis and fashionable Grand Baie and with some of largest rooms on the island, superb family apartments and an excellent children's club the hotel is perfect for a family holiday to Mauritius.
An Idyllic Setting on a historical peninsula
Le Canonnier is set on a great location at the tip of a small peninsula overlooking a number of islets. The site includes an ancient lighthouse (which houses the miniclub), the ruins of a fortress and several old cannons and is just 5 minutes drive from bustling Grand Baie. Le Canonnier is a friendly, relaxed resort offering lots of choice - simply all the ingredients for a fabulous Mauritius family holiday.
A warm welcome at the hub of lively Grande Baie
Situated in the heart of fashionable village of Grand Baie, Le Mauricia enjoys the best of both worlds. Its friendly restaurants and bars are always welcoming, yet guests also have easy access to excellent shopping, nightclubs and evening entertainment found in Grand Baie itself. On top of this, the resort offers an outstanding range of sports and is ideal for family holidays with a number of superb Family Apartments.
