Hotels Near Athena Villas by Evaco in Grand Baie

The hotel is in need of a makeover, some of the fittings a little outdated. The pool is little more than a plunge pool though the setting is superb. The breakfast is average, so much so that whilst my wife went for breakfast most days I stayed in the room and just had yoghurts. The minibar doesn’t work and nothing is cold in it. There’s no room service menu though they allow outside deliveries for guests. That’s all the bad points. Now for the good points. The rooftop bar is relaxed and atmospheric, the sunsets there are sensational and the cocktails are superb. The service from the staff was incredible. Always helpful and informative and willing to go the extra mile to make you welcome and that makes up for the shortcomings of the actual building itself. Also the location close to Perrybere beach and a short taxi ride to Grand Baie is pretty good too, though it’s a long taxi ride from the airport.

Beautiful little guesthouse with a lot of nice details. The whole crew was just great in every aspect. The room was small but very nicely decoyed. The bed was comfortable and the water pressure in the shower perfect. The only thing we missed was a chair or other furniture to park worn clothing to wear them again. We will choose the this hotel again for our next trip to Mauritius.

The hotel is very new, and the facilities are smart. The beach is beautiful. In addition, sea activities, such as glass bottom boats and snorkeling (requires good swimming skills) are free. The breakfast at the beach rough restaurant is delicious, and the dinner is different every night. However, the basic set menu of the AI ​​KISU restaurant that requires a reservation requires additional payment. In addition, although it is a fusion dish, it looks high-end, but it is not delicious! If I come again, I will choose this hotel again…

The rooms are great, especially the fully equipped kitchen, which is better than hotel apartments in Europe, Australia, and South America. It is especially suitable for Chinese cuisine. The supermarket is next door. There are tofu, pepper, seafood, and meat. These ingredients are super good. It feels like a kid, it feels great. The people here are relatively prosperous, the people live a leisurely life, the common people play football next to them, and swim and chat by the sea. The climate is very good, much more comfortable than Australia and Thailand, not hot. The plants are lush, sitting on the balcony at night, and the breeze is blowing slowly. It is really Mark Twain who let people enter the dreamland. ”God created Mauritius, and then imitated it to create the Garden of Eden.”

I don't want to describe it. Choosing this brand is to choose its royal courtesy and privacy. He is also a member of the six-star Global Luxury Hotels Alliance.

It is the best choice we can made. We people like to discover new cultures and we are fully satisfied. The resort is cosy , lots of charms, and the deck is really nice , more than we expect. When it comes the service, there are some people from the bar to the restaurant, even from the room, they were outstanding. Zack from the bar was exceptional, Ashwin, Ajay coco, Doushan, from the kitchen Priya attentive for us. Making us Veg food , Vimah really nice and helpful lady from the housekeeping team. We had an amazing experience, and really grateful. We are coming back for sure. Big thanks to Elodie the GM and her team.

We went on this island without really diving into it, we returned to it, fell in love with this place that is rich in culture, nature, humanity. We left this January 2025, with Promo Vacances that managed everything for us, from flights to transfers through the hotel and tour operator of tours. We have discovered beautiful landscapes, encounters recorded forever, daily sharing, we are sure we will return there and the day we will return there will be the same place without hesitate. The hotel is ideally located, with a family-friendly and warm side, Valérie and Cyril the bosses and their team are so welcome, a quality restaurant and inequality comfort. We are convinced that this was only a first approach with this island.

You need to manage your expectations when you book a stay at Oceans Villas. You might have watched the YouTube videos showing the hotel. But it's fair to say that these videos show the icing on the cake and not the core ingredients. If you saw two South Africans touring the hotel, be warned that they've shown the best parts and avoided showing the worst parts. It's a 3 star establishment. And that means you're going to have to put up with a property that was built circa 1980s. There were signs of wear and tear everywhere. As you walk through the front door, some parts of the villas needed a bit of filler and a lick of paint. Some of the furniture had seen better days and our shower door leaked every time we took a shower. But the villa was clean. The beds were comfortable and the villa had amenities that you wouldn't expect such as a safe, hair dryer and a microwave too. A bottle of mineral water was also provided on arrival and parking outside the villas was a nice touch. As for the grounds, the gardens are kept well. It's not going to blow you away but again it's 3 star. The swimming pool didn't look as clean as we'd like and we opted not to go for a dip. The cushions on the seats were littered with stains from previous guests spilling drinks and food. The beach was decent. The view out to the bay was spectacular and you certainly won't be disappointed. You can swim but when we stayed, the sea was choppy but that's not the hotel's problem. What's great about Oceans Villa is its position. You're only 5 minutes away in a car from the best public beaches. Namely Trou aux Biches, Mon Choisy, Pereybere and La Gaulette. So you're spoilt for choice. We'd like to praise the service at the hotel. The kitchen staff and serving staff were really accommodating. Nothing was too much trouble. The entertainment was particularly good, and you'll certainly be tapping your toes and most likely dancing. Lastly the food. One word MSG. There's a good selection of food but too much MSG added to the food. Every morning, we woke up to that awful salty taste on our tongues. So as you can gather there's some good parts to Oceans Villas but you're going to have to put up with some bad parts. if you're on a budget and happy to stay in a 3 star establishment where you can experience the beaches in the North, it's a good place to stay. Would we stay there again? I'd most likely opt for a self catering apartment. We felt for the money, we'd get better quality of facilities but then again we'd have to prepare our food.

My partner and I received outstanding service during our stay at Residence Le Point Choisy in Mauritius. From the moment we arrived, we were greeted with warmth and hospitality that truly exceeded our expectations. Throughout our stay, every member of their staff went above and beyond to ensure that we felt welcomed and cared for. More so I want to extend a special thanks to Yash and Matt for arranging special activities, recommending exquisite dining options and simply attending to our needs with a smile, you both consistently demonstrated a level of professionalism and attentiveness that left a lasting impression on us. We definitely recommend guests to book at their place and we look forward to returning to your beautiful resort in the future and creating more cherished memories.

A very relaxing eight night stay just before Christmas. My room was very comfortable with a balcony and a beautiful view of the pool, beach and ocean. The hotel manager, Michael, is very personable and on hand to ensure the satisfaction of guests. The staff were consistently thoughtful and attentive. Throughout my stay, there was amazing attention to detail and many gestures of kindness. Dinners were of gourmet quality and one night the chef even made a special biryani for me. Breakfast is a buffet, far simpler than breakfasts at a larger property, but good nevertheless. The beach, while beautiful, is rocky, so getting into the water wasn't fun. There are better beaches elsewhere on the island, including Mont Choisy a fifteen minute walk away. If I could suggest small improvements, it would be to have more sockets in the room to connect laptops, phones and mosquito repellant simultaneously, and to add reading lights as it was difficult to read in bed in the night. All in all, an excellent hotel with great staff.