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This adult only resort on the east coast of Mauritius nestles amid coconut palms and lush gardens with a few steps down to an extensive stretch of sandy beach and the blue lagoon . All guest rooms feature neutral shades with touches of eye-catching colour rooms and wonderful sea views from the private balconies or garden patios . Should you wish to while away the day under a shady umbrella , beach service ensures you can feast on tasty snacks and drinks , while a host of activities are available for those not content to laze . Solana Beach Mauritius is just the place for adults to disconnect from everyday life and to reconnect with each other .

Features : 117 rooms • 3 restaurants • 3 bars including a rum shack

• swimming pool • spa • gym • tennis • watersports • PADI dive centre

• bicycle and scooter rentals • free WiFi

Accommodation : In superior sea view rooms with shower , mini bar , safe and balcony or terrace .

Room upgrades : Larger deluxe rooms from £ 5 , with a four poster bed

• prestige rooms from £ 15 , with a four poster bed • junior suites from £ 29 , which have a jacuzzi bath and separate shower .

Meals : Half board . All inclusive from £ 43 . Private transfers : 50 minutes from Mauritius airport .

PREMIER PLUS

Up to 58 % room discount : 01-31 Aug 24 discount is 58 % and 01 Sep- 19 Dec 24 discount is 47 %.

FREE watersports : Canoes , pedal boats , windsurfi ng , mini sails , snorkelling , aquagym and glass bottom boat trips .

Honeymoon & wedding anniversaries : 01 Aug 24-06 Jan 26 if you stay at least 5 nights receive one candlelit dinner for two and a 20 minute duo relaxing massage for two .

Deluxe room

7 nts with flights from £ 1489pp extra night from £ 89pp

VERANDA GRAND BAIE

4★ Mauritius

Comfort pool room

214 INDIAN OCEAN

Inspired by typical Creole guesthouses , this hotel perfectly captures the best of island living and offers a relaxing haven away from the hustle and bustle of nearby Grand Baie . While away the day with a sailboat or kayak ride along the beautiful coastline , join a game of beach volleyball , enjoy a few laps of the infi nity pool or , simply relax on the beach and let yourself be carried away by the sound of the waves . To awaken your senses and balance your energy , visit the Seven Colours Spa whose facilities include massage rooms and a beauty bar . When it comes to dining , choose from the convivial feel of the main restaurant or the casual vibe of the beach restaurant , not forgetting the beach bar , which is one of the hotel ’ s prized spots , by day or night .

Features : 95 rooms & apartments • 2 restaurants • 2 bars • swimming pool

• fitness room • spa • children ’ s & teens kiosk with daily activity programme

• bicycle rentals • watersports • PADI dive centre • catamaran cruises

• beach tennis • golf nearby • free WiFi

Accommodation : In comfort garden rooms with shower , mini bar , safe and balcony or terrace with views of the lush tropical gardens .

Room upgrades : Comfort family rooms from £ 4 , with one bedroom and an additional trundle bed in an annex room • comfort pool rooms from £ 11 , which face the infinity pool • larger privilege rooms from £ 33 which also offer a Nespresso machine , open onto the pool or garden and include additional benefits ( see below )• one bedroom apartments on request .

Meals : Breakfast . Half board from £ 22 and all inclusive from £ 59 . Private transfers : 1½ hours from Mauritius airport .

PREMIER PLUS

Early booking room & meal discount up to 15 %: On selected dates Oct 24-Jan 26 . Extra 10 % room discount : 01 Aug-22 Dec 24 , 07 Jan-22 Dec 25 & 07-31 Jan 26 if you have stayed at any Veranda Hotels resort before . FREE catamaran day trip : Aug 24-Jan 26 if you upgrade to a privilege room . Includes lunch and open bar on board . Conditions apply . FREE daily a la carte dinner : Feb 25-Jan 26 if you upgrade to a privilege room and book half board or all inclusive . Family offers : Children 0-11 years receive FREE return airport transfers . Dine around : Aug 24-Jan 26 enjoy food and drinks within the all inclusive package at sister Veranda hotels without supplement . Please ask for details .

Honeymoon & wedding anniversaries : Aug 24-Jan 26 if you stay at least 5 nights receive 5 % room discount and one dinner for two ( excluding beverages ) at the Beach Restaurant ( weather permitting ).

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