La Maison 20 Degrés Sud

La Maison 20 Degrés Sud is a four-star plus Relais & Châteaux boutique hotel on the lagoon at Pointe Malartic, Grand Baie, in the north of Mauritius. Set in a former coconut grove behind a solid oak door, it is the island’s only Relais & Châteaux address, with 36 individually designed rooms and suites, two swimming pools and the Secret Spa. The hotel describes itself as adults-only; children are welcomed from 12 years old, which keeps the mood quiet and well suited to couples.

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Stay in a Charm Room looking onto the coconut grove, a Beachfront Room with a private terrace almost on the water, one of two lagoon-facing Suites, the two-level Secret Suite with its own pool, or an Austral Suite of 80 to 100m² with a terrace and a private pool or jacuzzi. Days move easily between the pools, the lagoon beach and the Secret Spa — the only Relais & Châteaux spa in the Mascarene Islands — with dining at L’Atlas, the Wine Salon, La Table du Chef and, on the water, a gourmet cruise aboard the M/S Lady Lisbeth. The transfer from Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport is about 70 km, typically around an hour and a half by road.

Overall, La Maison 20 Degrés Sud suits couples who want an intimate, gourmet north-coast hideaway rather than a large family resort — ask us how half board or full board works on your dates.

What recent guests tell us

• Staff warmth and attentiveness come up again and again — many guests describe caring, personal service and help with special requests, including dietary needs.
• Rooms are often praised as clean, comfortable and well furnished, with terraces or lagoon views in the beachfront and suite categories.
• Food is a recurring highlight, from breakfast through to dinner and cocktails.
• Guests like the tranquil, charming setting in the coconut grove, the sunsets and the feeling of a small boutique hotel rather than a busy resort.
• The lagoon beach, the pools and the spa treatments are frequently mentioned warmly.

Our tips

• Beachfront Rooms and the Suites are the better choice when a lagoon view and a private terrace matter.
• The Secret Suite and Austral Suites suit a special occasion, with a private pool or jacuzzi.
• Reserve La Table du Chef and the Lady Lisbeth dinner cruise early — they are limited to four and eight guests.
• Grand Baie is close if you want an easy change of scene; Mont Choisy golf is about 5 km away.
• Ask us about the current evening dress code in the restaurants and bars.
• The hotel welcomes children from 12 and does not have a kids club, so it is not a base for younger families.

For couples

This is a quiet, couples-oriented boutique hotel, with children welcomed from 12 years old. Charm Rooms and Beachfront Rooms work well for two; the Secret Suite and Austral Suites add a private pool or jacuzzi for a honeymoon or anniversary. Ask us about honeymoon extras, a couples massage at the Secret Spa and dinner aboard the M/S Lady Lisbeth.

Spa

The Secret Spa is the only Relais & Châteaux spa in the Mascarene Islands, with a hammam, sauna, swimming pool and three treatment rooms, including one double room for couples. Treatments use Germaine de Capuccini and Infusion Cosmetics products. The spa is open daily from 10:00 to 20:00; ask us for the current menu.

Sports and activities

The fitness centre is open daily from 06:00 to 20:00, with group classes included for hotel guests. Yoga is offered on Mondays and Wednesdays from 10:00 to 11:00 and on Fridays from 16:00 to 17:00. Complimentary bicycle hire is available, and water sports such as kayaking, paddleboarding, sailing, windsurfing and snorkelling can be arranged — ask us what is complimentary on your dates. Signature extras include a Mini-Moke outing and golf at Mont Choisy, about 5 km away, or at other courses around the island.

Location

Coastal Road, Pointe Malartic, Grand Baie, on the north coast of Mauritius, on a calm lagoon close to Grand Baie and the northern islands. Pamplemousses Botanical Garden is a straightforward outing from here. About 70 km from Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport, typically around an hour and a half by road.

Good to know

• The hotel markets itself as adults-only; children are welcomed from 12 years old. The person checking in needs to be 18 or over.
• It is the only Relais & Châteaux hotel in Mauritius (a member since 2013).
• Connecting rooms are available, and at least one room, the common areas and the main restaurant are described as accessible — ask us if you need step-free access.
• Pets are not allowed.
• The hotel displays Green Globe certification on its website.
• A government tourist tax may apply; ask us how this appears on your quote.
• La Table du Chef and the Lady Lisbeth cruise may carry a supplement, even when meals are included in your board basis.

What's included

Depends on the board basis you book. Breakfast, half board and full board options may be available. Specialty dining such as La Table du Chef and the M/S Lady Lisbeth cruise may carry supplements. Ask us what drinks and dining are covered for your dates.

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