At a Glance
- The Residence Mauritius blends colonial heritage and modern luxury along Belle Mare’s calm shores.
- Guests enjoy plantation-inspired rooms, fine dining, and spa treatments with Mauritian influences.
- Cenizaro’s flagship resort offers timeless elegance, family escapes, and beachfront celebrations in Mauritius.
The Residence Mauritius is more than a five-star escape. For more than two decades, it has opened a window into the island’s past and present, framed by white sand, turquoise water, and the quiet elegance of plantation-inspired living.
Since opening in 1998, the resort has carried the spirit of Mauritius’ colonial heritage into modern hospitality. Generations of travelers have been drawn to its understated design and sweeping Belle Mare beach, where the pace of life slows and the ocean feels part of the experience.
A legacy by the ocean
The Residence Mauritius was one of the first flagships of Cenizaro Hotels & Resorts. Conceived to reflect the brand’s identity, its architecture recalls the island’s grand manors with wide verandas, high-pitched roofs, and nautical touches that nod to centuries of trade and migration.
From the start, it set a tone for refined travel that stays close to local roots. Guests return for service that is attentive but never overwhelming, and an atmosphere that feels as welcoming as a private home.
A setting apart
The east coast of Mauritius offers a quieter rhythm compared with the busier west. The Belle Mare lagoon stretches into calm waters, framed by palms and fishing boats returning at dawn. Guests can walk the mile-long beach, rest beneath frangipani and banyan trees, or visit nearby villages and golf courses without losing the sense of retreat.
Rooms with character
The resort’s 163 rooms and suites reflect the plantation-house influence in soft colors, dark wood furniture, and verandas that open to sea or garden views.
Larger suites—some more than 160 square meters—are designed for families or longer stays.
Details such as four-poster beds and butler service recall old-world hospitality, adapted to today’s traveler.
Dining traditions that endure
Food is central to the experience. The Dining Room blends international dishes with Mauritian flavors under chandeliers by the pool.
The Plantation, once a seaside planter’s house, highlights Creole cooking and fresh seafood with the waves in sight.
For lighter fare, The Verandah offers casual meals beneath the sun. Together, they reflect the island’s French, Indian, and Creole influences while appealing to modern tastes.
Leisure in a tropical garden
Beyond the shoreline, the resort balances rest and activity. The Sanctuary Spa offers Asian- and Mauritian-inspired treatments in 10 rooms, along with yoga sessions.
Families gather at the kids’ club and pools, while tennis courts and watersports connect guests with the outdoors. Catamaran cruises, mountain walks, and village visits extend the sense of discovery beyond the property.
A place for milestones
The Residence Mauritius has also become a choice for weddings, anniversaries, and family gatherings. Its beachfront and gardens provide natural backdrops for ceremonies, with an emphasis on intimacy rather than spectacle.
An enduring retreat
More than 25 years on, The Residence Mauritius continues to blend memory with modern comfort.
With its plantation-inspired design, prime coastal setting, and refreshed interiors, it offers travelers more than a luxury stay—it offers a way to belong, even briefly, to the island’s layered story, carried by sea breezes and the calm of the Indian Ocean.
