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THE RESIDENCE MAURITIUS AWAKENS A NOSTALGIC FEELING...
Although only open for 10 years, The Residence Mauritius is already considered as one of the jewels of the international hotel scene. Its mile-long beach of immaculate white sand fringed by tropical gardens, it’s refined and deliciously nostalgic decor inspired by turn-of-the-century plantation houses, its butler service surpassing the colonial palaces of yesteryear, its exotic and delicate cuisine... are only some of the ingredients which have contributed to the hotel’s success.
The decoration of the oversized rooms and suites (from 54 to 164 square metres) is an inspired blend of sobriety and elegance. The sun's dance on the shutters sifts into the interior to create a melody of light and dark, its mottled shadows wavering over a muted color-scheme of white and delicate shades of beige, picking out harmonies of honey-coloured woods and wrought iron, highlighting nuances in the sandy tiles. The same sophistication is present in the hotel staff's attire: the women wear long, sand-toned layered dresses or silk saris in natural colours while the men wear trousers and raw linen waistcoats.
The hotel also prides itself on its cuisine, whose symphony of subtle aromas, tastes and colors can be savored in its three restaurants. The Dining Room restaurant, made entirely of wood and delicately positioned overlooking the pool, is an open invitation to discover the thousand and one savours of a sophisticated cuisine. The Verandah serves light lunches around the pool. The Plantation, a planter's house by the beach, offers a wide range of seafood and a selection of dishes cooked with local herbs and spices. The bar spacious yet intimate, whose walls are hung with a fine collection of engravings of scenes from Mauritius's history, awaits you for late breakfast, traditional tea or an exotic cocktail.
If The Residence Mauritius embodies sophistication and authenticity in the hotel field, La Prairie is synonymous with luxury and innovation in the domain of beauty care. For several years, the Swiss cosmetic brand La Prairie has been enhancing its experience in de-ageing techniques to encompass well being, with the opening of The Art Of Beauty centres in world-famous luxury hotels. The Ritz in Paris,
The Reid’s in Madeira, and The Regent in Hong Kong are but a few, now joined by The Residence Mauritius. This distinguished company has elected The Residence Mauritius’s elegant setting and magnificent spa appropriately called The Sanctuary as its stepping stone in the Indian Ocean.
The 600 square metres of this temple to relaxation are dedicated to the well being of the body and the mind, offering a wide choice of skincare treatments, massages and custom-made programs. The ultimate in luxury: one of the 9 cabins is located in the middle of a tropical garden overlooking the lagoon, where beauty treatments and massages are performed in the softness of the sea breeze.
The Residence Mauritius has even thought about its youngest clients by creating The Planters Kids Club. Inspired by a sugar-cane plantation house, this superb 400 square meter space is dedicated to the entertainment of children.... and the relaxation of their parents.
- Accommodation
The 135 luxuriously appointed rooms and 28 suites, each with a spacious private balcony, patio or terrace are divided into 7 categories:
- 41 Colonial Garden View rooms (54 m2)
- 56 Colonial Ocean View rooms (56 m2)
- 38 Colonial Ocean Front rooms (58 m2)
- 8 Colonial Garden View Junior Suites (86 m2)
- 10 Colonial Garden View Senior Suites (106 m2)
- 2 Colonial Ocean View Suites (164 m2) - 1 bedroom (These suites interconnect with Colonial Ocean View rooms)
- 8 Colonial Ocean Front Suites (116 m2) (5 of these suites interconnect with Colonial Ocean Front rooms)
All rooms and suites have a king size or twin beds, air-conditioning, overhead fan, desk, living area (separate living room in the Colonial Garden view Senior Suites as well as in the Colonial suites), satellite TV, music channels, a fully stocked personal bar, tea and coffee facilities, DVD and CD player and a direct dial telephone with voice mail system. The large marble bathroom is equipped with a separate bathtub and shower cabin, a hairdryer and a walk-in wardrobe with an electronic safe.
Each suite has been upgraded with La Prairie amenities; the living room hosts a computer with free internet access, tea and coffee facilities, DVD and CD player and direct dial telephone with voice mail system. The terrace is elegantly furnished with wooden chairs, table and sunbeds. (except for Garden View Junior Suites, that do not have sun beds).
- Children Policy
Children (up to the age of 12 years) sharing a room with their parents can be accommodated as follows:
- Colonial Rooms and Colonial Ocean Front Suite: 2 adults and 1 child (0 to 12 years)
- Colonial Garden view Junior Suite: 2 adults, 1 child (3 to 12 years) and 1 baby (0 to 2 years)
- Colonial Garden view Senior Suite and Colonial Ocean view suite: 2 adults and 2 children (0 to 12 years)
Hotel Facilities
- Multilingual concierge - Fitness equipment
- In-house laundry - Heated Swimming pool with Jacuzzi
- 24-hour in-room dining - Children’s pool
- 5 Boutiques - Baby-sitting service
- Spa facilities - Tea and coffee facilities
- Internet Salon with free internet
Special Touches
- Private Butler service for every room and suite
- Cold towel and iced tea on arrival at the hotel
- In-room guest registration
- Unpacking service and complimentary pressing service for 2 items per person (upon arrival)
- Luggage stored out of the room until departure
- Complimentary welcome amenities and canapés
- Complimentary fresh fruits and bottled water are offered by the pool and on the beach
Restaurant & Bars
The Dining Room (Open from 7:30 am to 10:30 am and from 7:30 pm to 10:30 pm)
As the main restaurant of the hotel, all the native produce of the island is displayed through its creative and authentic selections. In the morning, a sumptuous breakfast is offered featuring both Western and local specialties, as well as a selection of freshly squeezed fruit juices.
The atmosphere and cuisine moves to à la Carte in the evening, possessing the pungent spices of Mauritius, which are blended with a diversity of fine recipes from around the world, producing a fusion of enticing flavors.
The Verandah (Open from 12:00 noon to 3:00 pm)
The lunch menu features a choice of exciting light dishes served around the pool overlooking the Indian Ocean. An impressive selection of toasted sandwiches, oven cooked pizzas, generous salads and homemade ice creams are offered.
The Plantation (Open from 12:00 noon to 3:00 pm and from 7:30 pm to 10:30 pm)
The marriage of a spectacular oceanfront setting with an original approach to the freshest seafood and Creole cuisine will make this restaurant a destination for both Mauritian and hotel guests. A sumptuous array of fish and shellfish are served for lunch and dinner in this restaurant where guests may also enjoy live Sega performances and original local entertainment several times a week.
The Gourmet Kiosque (Open from 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm)
Located close to the swimming pool, the Gourmet Kiosque serves delicious sweet snacks such as waffles, pancakes and an assortment of ice creams.
The Bar (Open from 10:30 am to midnight)
This 500m2 lounge features sumptuous sofas, comfortable armchairs and discreet lighting. It is the central area of the hotel, open all day long.
Certainly the ideal place to enjoy a late breakfast, traditional ice tea or an evening cocktail. Live musical entertainment is provided until midnight.
The Residence: For Business…
The Residence is the perfect place to host small prestige groups. Air-conditioned meeting rooms are available and allow guests to combine business and leisure.
The audio-visual equipment available includes the following:
- Overhead projector
- Slide projector
- Hidden screen
- Video
- Paper board
- Microphone
- E-mail, internet, facsimile and photocopy services
Special theme parties can be organised (please ask for our incentive manual)
Recreational Activities
The following activities are at the disposal of your delegates from our Yacht Club.
Complimentary Water sports Complimentary Land sports and Activities
- Water skiing - Three floodlit tennis courts (equipment provided)
- Wind surfing - Aerobics
- Hobie Cat - Volley-ball
- Canoe and kayak - Fitness equipment
- Steam-room
- Paddle boats - Sauna
- Glass bottom boat - 1 floodlit Petanque area
The Sanctuary
Open every day from 8:00 am to 8:00 pm
The Sanctuary, a heaven of peace and serenity, located inside the hotel, is a 600 square meters space dedicated to treatments for the body and mind. One of the 9 treatment rooms is located in the tropical gardens, overlooking the lagoon, offering massages and treatments in a soft seaside breeze. The Sanctuary is innovative and offers complete programs based on the clients' individual needs.
The Art of Beauty: An exclusive Spa Concept created by “La Prairie”
For several years, the distinguished Swiss cosmetic brand La Prairie has been enhancing its experience in anti-ageing techniques to encompass well-being, with the opening of The Art of Beauty centers in world-famous luxury hotels. The refined elegance of The Residence Mauritius has now been selected to inaugurate this concept in the Indian Ocean region.
Through its beauty-care concept La Prairie has developed a method, using the exceptional performance of their products, to enhance serenity and alleviate stress. The well-known "power of touch" is used for each La Prairie treatment, combining different techniques ranging from French effleurage and Japanese Shiatsu to acupressure on relaxation points. The La Prairie treatment ritual begins with a shoulder and back massage making the body and mind receptive and creating total relaxation.
Created for those who desire luxury and effective results The Sanctuary also offers three caviar treatments for the face and body. These treatments are specifically designed to nourish, to firm and to hydrate the skin
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To complement the face treatments, The Sanctuary has introduced the “Ytsara” method to expand its body-care program.
Ytsara, which means "freedom" in Thai, brings together the knowledge of ethno-biologists and aromatherapy. This new holistic method of well-being and beauty was inspired by centuries old therapeutic virtues of Asian remedies and techniques.
In selecting 55 of the most effective plants from the Far East such as Hibiscus, Paw-paw, Jasmine,
White Orchid or Green Tea, and in composing subtle alchemies of pure and natural ingredients, Ytsara offers two exclusive body treatments.
These are “Akhasa” using white clay ”Millenium Thai Product” and “Samunprai” a Royal Thai Massage using “Herbal Poultice” a little hot pack filled with plants and essential oils. This technique was used in the XIVth to XVIth centuries by the soldiers of the King of Thailand after hard battles alleviate tension and harmonize body and mind.
La Prairie Treatments
For the Face
Cellular Hydrating Treatment: (90 minutes)
An intensive hydrating facial with energizing masks and massages for stressed or fatigued skin.
Swiss Cellular De-Ageing Treatment: (90 minutes)
An effective facial with state-of-the-art Alpha Hydroxy Acids for mature skin.
Cellular Purifying Treatment: (90 minutes)
Normalise over-active, oil-prone and combination skin with a variety of cleansing masks that remove impurities, refine pores and clarify skin.
Caviar Firming Treatment: (90 minutes)
The ultimate in luxury for the face with a firming and toning facial.
After-Sun Treatment: (60 minutes)
An effective face program to prevent and repair skin exposed to the sun and the sea.
Swiss Bliss eye treatment: (30 minutes)
For Men
Swiss Cellular Treatment: (60 minutes)
Depending on the skin concerned a detoxifying and soothing treatment for men.
Instantly cleanses, energizes and conditions skin.
For the Body
After Sunset body: (90 minutes)
Caviar Treatment: (90 minutes)
A luxurious treatment to firm, soften and hydrate the skin.
Cellular Detoxifying Back Treatment: (60 minutes)
Deep cleansing of the back to soften and smooth skin.
Swiss Bliss: 260 Euros (180 minutes)
A three-hour “Dream” experience using the principles of Caviar Firming Treatment and producing a true synergy between face and body.
Body contouring and firming treatment: (90 minutes)
This body treatment combines La Prairie highly effective products to a specialized body contouring massage technique.
Ytsara Body Treatments
Samunprai: (75 minutes)
A Royal Thai Massage using small hot pouches of essential oil plants to alleviate tension and harmonise body and mind. This technique was used in the XIVth to XVIth centuries by the soldiers of the King of Thailand after hard battles.
Akhasa: (75 minutes)
A Thai body mask, and gentle exfoliation using white clay followed by a relaxing massage using essential oils to purify and leave your skin feeling soft and firm.
The Residence Treatments
The Sanctuary Massage: (75 minutes)
Body massages combining the therapeutic virtues yoga, reiki and aromatherapy
“Le Grand Bleu”: (60 minutes)
This relaxing body massage takes place in the Kiosque facing the turquoise Indian Ocean.
The Wellsun: (45 minutes)
Steam bath, Golden scrub and full body massage
The Ylang Ylang for 2: (60 minutes)
Relaxing massage for 2 persons
Massage & Aromatherapy
Golden Scrub (30 minutes)
Scalp Massage: (30 minutes)
The ultimate relaxation through a massage of the neck and scalp
Back Massage (45 minutes)
Detoxifying massage to liberate deep-set tension in the back, neck and shoulders.
Aromatherapy Massage: (60 minutes)
Full body massages using essential oils and combining a variety of techniques to achieve complete relaxation.
Toning Leg Massage: (30 minutes)
For sports amateurs, relieves muscular tensions of legs and thighs
Bio –energetic Lymphatic Leg Draining:: (45 minutes)
A gentle massage to boost circulation and assist the elimination of toxins and leave legs feeling lighter.
Foot Reflexology: (45 minutes)
Bring the body to a state of equilibrium by massaging the sole of the foot which corresponds to different body parts.
Stone Therapy: - : (75 minutes)
Ancestral technique using hot stones and cold marble to create a sense of well-being thanks to the combination of hot and cold. Essential oils are used for the massage to release muscular tension.
Reiki: (60 minutes)
A Japanese technique used to balance and reinforce the vital organs through the placing of hands on strategic body parts or “chakras”.
Marma Massage (60 minutes)
Deep draining massages achieving a total sense of equilibrium
The Specific Programmes on Several Days
Beauty: (3 days)
Where It All Begins
Day 1 Akhasa body massage – Day 2 Facial Cellular treatment La Prairie – Day 3 Manicure & Pedicure
Wellness: (4 days)
Ultimate Balance
Day 1 Scalp massage & Reflexology – Day 2 Back massage – Day 3 Relaxing body massage – Day 4 Marma massage
Discovery: (4 days)
Pure Essentials
Day 1 Sanctuary massage – Day 2 Pilates or Thai stretch – Day 3 Samunprai – Day 4 – Stone therapy
Special Pregnancy: (3 days)
Pure Essentials
Day 1 - Relaxing full body massage – Day 2 - Scalp and reflexology – Day 3 - Back massage
Activities at The Sanctuary
Serenity Walk: (45 minutes)
Facing the ocean, under the guidance of your coach,
a communion of body and soul with stretching and toning exercises, meditation and deep breathing.
Stretching
Individual session (45 minutes)
Yoga: Group classes available
Private class with a coach (60 minutes)
Collective class with a coach (60 minutes)
Meditation
Individual session (60 minutes)
Tai Chi
Outdoor Individual session (45 minutes)
Thai Stretch
Individual session (45 minutes)
Pilates
Individual session (1 hour)
Personalised Gym Training
Private class with a coach (60 minutes)
Aqua gym
Individual session (60 minutes)
Complimentary activities
Aerobic / Bum and Tum / Abdo –fessiers – Collective classes
Beauty Care
Waxing
Half legs
Arms
Full legs
Lips
Bikini
Face
Under arms
Eyebrows
Back
Colour of eye lashes and eyebrows
Manicure - 1 h
French Manicure - 1h
Pedicure - 1h
French Pedicure - 1 h
Hair Salon
Stylist hair cut & Blow dry
* Shampoo & set
* Shampoo, cut and dry
* Intensive Hair treatment* Colour « Diacolor »
* Shampoo & cut (man)
* Cut only
The Residence Mauritius and the Kids
Open from 9:00am to 10:00pm
To make its youngest clients‘vacation a time of endless fun and adventure, The Residence Mauritius has created a special Kids Club.
Picture a mansion on a sugar-cane plantation nestled in a wondrous tropical park set just steps from the beach, and you have The Planters Kids Club. Children from 3 to 12 can romp around the Club’s 400 square meters, free of charge, enjoying the warmth of the house or the fun of the playgrounds in the surrounding gardens. For their delight, a creative and experienced team of professionals is on hand to supervise a wide choice of activities. The programme includes treasure hunts, snorkelling classes, sports competitions, body painting, the Internet, hikes and picnics, glass-bottom boat tours, theme days, pony rides, and much more. Open from 9 am to 10 pm The Planters Kids Club is also offering evening entertainment, fashion shows, plays and films, or activities dedicated to the magic world of fairy tales and stories.
Delicious buffet lunches and dinners can be enjoyed outdoors under a tropical canopy in the gardens or indoors (16 Euros per child and per meal). The meals have been designed to satisfy even the pickiest eaters, offering a wide assortment of dishes and eating fun, such as making and cooking your own pizza in small baking ovens.
The Residence Mauritius will enchant both children… and their parents at bedtime with its dedicated cartoon TV channel and Children movies.
A day nursery as well as baby-sitting service is also available to watch over the little darlings.
