Royal Palm
The flagship of the Mauritian-owned Beachcomber Hotels Group and the grande dame of Mauritian hotels, this six-star exudes class, hauteur and stateliness. Its rooms are palatial, furnished with exquisite Indian objects, pictures and furniture. Its gardens are infinitely manicured. And its architecture is discreet: the white, three-storey thatched pavilions largely hidden from view by the towering palms that shade the ivory-sand beach. It goes without saying that service is impeccable - not fawning but friendly and always correct. The swimming pool may be modest, but its position on the island's loveliest stretch of coast in the north, near the lively resort of Grand Baie, makes this an irrelevance. Protected by a reef, Mauritius is surrounded by water that is warm, calm and emerald-green, so the sea swimming is superb.

		Accommodation
		Each Suite (87 in total) at the Royal Palm enjoys views towards the calm crystal waters of Grand Baie and have their own private terrace or balcony. They are architecturally designed so no one Suite overlooks another, thus ensuring the privacy one would expect.   All Suites have as standard:      Air Conditioning  · En-suite bathroom with separate shower and separate toilet · Walk in wardrobe  · King size or twin beds (please request preference when booking)  · Mini-bar · Safe  · Hairdryer · Bathrobes  ·  Beach towels  · IDD telephone  · Satellite television  · Tea\coffee making facilities  · 24 hour full room service.  57 Junior Suites feature a king size bed and lounge area which open onto a private terrace or balcony. All sea facing, located on the ground or first floor and approximately 55m² (plus terrace/balcony of 8m²). The tasteful décor made up of touches from India and Asia complement the luxurious bathrooms, which include marble basin tops with large mirrors, spacious shower, separate bathtub and walk in dressing room. Four Tropical Suites are all located on the first floor and feature stunning beach views and their own stairway giving direct access to the beach. They are approximately 70m² (plus terrace/balcony of 15m²) and are furnished with colonial antiques. The master bedroom opens onto the living area, and has an additional desk area.

Seven Palm Suites are larger but similar in design to the Tropical Suite but located only on the ground floor level. They are approximately 85m² (plus terrace of 21m²) and have double access with entry from the rear corridor or via the terrace to the beach. They also have an additional sitting room area and a beautifully appointed bathroom featuring a marble shower cubicle, bath and walk in dressing room. Three Garden Suites are located on the ground floor level facing the sea and consist of two rooms. The first room is a large and very spacious bedroom with en-suite bathroom and living room, which opens out onto the terrace. The second room is a smaller room, ideal for children, and is equipped with private shower and toilet. Garden Suites are approximately 115m² (plus a terrace of 25m²).  The luxury accommodation at the Royal Palm also includes Senior and Penthouse Suites. In addition, the prestigious Presidential Suites which are situated on the top floor have spectacular views over the Indian Ocean from their spacious terrace. These each have two large bedrooms with beautifully equipped bathrooms and offer total privacy. Perfect for two couples travelling together or families. However, for the ultimate in space and luxury, the Royal Palm boasts a fantastic two-storey Royal Suite. In addition to three bedrooms, three bathrooms and a living room, the Royal Suite offers a private garden, magnificent terrace and private pool.

		Restaurants
		The Royal Palm is the perfect hideaway for celebrities and discerning guests who enjoy the finer things in life. A rare palace of privileges, The Royal Palm is unequalled in Mauritius and is truly a leading hotel of the world. The food is the real glory of the Royal Palm. There are two restaurants, one serving gourmet French-Mauritian cooking, with an emphasis on local ingredients: unfamiliar vegetables such as fresh palm hearts (referred to poetically as ivoire végétale), the green-leaf pat-saï and chou-chou (or christophenes); firm-fleshed tropical fish such as berry and sacréchien; and local meats including Java deer and boar. The other is a fusion venture, specialising in lighter, lower-calorie dishes. There's also a chic lunchtime beach restaurant, which is a great place for people-watching. Its gourmet cuisine and a unique service have merged to make the Royal Palm the most prestigious address in the Indian Ocean.

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