LUX* Grand Gaube

Mauritius, Indian Ocean

Virgin rating

The hotel

Completely renovated in 2017, this innovative resort has been designed by Kelly Hoppen and delivers an eclectic mix of effortless sophistication and relaxed informality, as well as signature LUX* touches. In a peaceful location, rooms overlook the triple-bay beaches and calm lagoon. There are beautiful gardens to wander in; stopping awhile to lounge on beanbags and hammocks dotted beneath coconut, banyan and filao trees. There are land and water sports galore, plus a world-class golf course nearby and bikes for exploring tropical hillsides or the local markets and village of Cap Malheureux. The LUX* Me Spa is a true haven, offering a range of indulgent treatments as well as yoga and dynamic exercise classes. Dining-wise, you’ll be spoilt for choice, with delicious island-inspired and international dishes. Chat to the chef and watch your meal being created at The Palm Court, savour the cultures of Peru at INTI and visit Under the Banyan for mouthwatering burgers, wood-smoked meats and inventive cocktails at the French Kiss Bar.

Amenities

  • Bicycle Rental
  • Kayaking
  • Sailing
  • Scuba Diving
  • Snorkelling
  • Tennis
  • Water Skiing
  • Windsurfing
  • Kids Club
  • Teen Club
  • Bar
  • Fitness Centre/Gym

Where is it

Just moments away from a small fishing village on the north coast of Mauritius. Transfer time from Mauritius International Airport: approximately 1 hour 15 minutes. Please note that if taking a seat in coach this may be longer depending on how many hotel stops are en route.

Hotel information

186 rooms and villas. All rooms with air-conditioning, private furnished balcony or terrace facing the sea, satellite TV, telephone, complimentary WiFi access, tea/coffee-making facilities, mini-bar*, safe and hairdryer. Superior Rooms have views of the lagoon from a terrace or balcony, and 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 3 adults, or 2 adults and 1 teen or 1 child or 1 infant.

Board basis options

Half Board option: includes breakfast at The Palm Court, dinner at Beach Rouge, The Palm Court Restaurant, Creole Smoke House and Bodrum Blue.

Full Board option: includes breakfast at The Palm Court. Lunch at The Palm Court, Beach Rouge, Bodrum Blue, Creole Smoke House, BB’s. Dinner at The Palm Court, Beach Rouge, Bodrum Blue, Creole Smoke House, INTI.

All Inclusive option: includes

- Breakfast at The Palm Court

- Lunch in any of the a la carte restaurants open during the day and for guests on excursions, picnic basket (requests to be placed at the reception 24-hours in advance)

- Dinner in any of the restaurants (excluding INTI*), a la carte and live cooking

- Wellness: Yoga & stretching classes, fitness centre, sauna, steam room, whirlpool and spa garden (mandatory reservation subject to availability at the Spa -adults only)

- Water sports (as per hotel schedule): water-skiing, glass bottom boat trips, snorkelling, windsurfing, kayaks, pedal boats, Hobie Cats, mini sailing dependant on weather and tide conditions

Please note: All Inclusive is available from the time of arrival at the hotel to the time of departure. The hotel reserves the right to close up to two restaurants throughout the year.

LUX* Me Spa option: can be added to any board basis and is integrated approach to wellbeing, incorporating holistic and spa treatments. Please call for full details.

Ile des Deux Cocos: add an all-inclusive island excursion to your holiday. Please call for full details.

Room upgrades

Wellness Junior Suites are perfect for couples and solo travellers seeking a wellness-centric holiday. They feature a beach house-style, a furnished outdoor balcony or terrace facing the secluded bay, a cosy indoor seating area, and one bedroom with a four-posted king-size Sleep Tight bed (with luxe linens, and your choice of pillow). The retro-style bathroom features mood lighting, bath, rainfall shower, twin vanities, and a separate toilet, as well as LUX* collection bath amenities. The room also includes a mini-bar* stocked with healthy snacks, yoga mat, strap and block, exercise cards, one plant-based smoothies, unlimited use of stand-up paddle and kayak, weekly yoga and movement classes, unlimited access to the spa’s hydrothermal facilities, unlimited on-site golf practice and balls, outdoor activity deck, access to four tennis courts plus one paddle court, complimentary use of mountain bikes, and a healthy in-room dining menu with plant based options. These suites have 1 king-size bed sleeping maximum 2 adults.

Junior Suites are located on the ground floor with direct access to the beach, spacious bathroom, walk-in shower, bath, separate toilet and dressing room, and 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 2 adults and 1 child/teen.

Ocean Junior Suites are located on the second floor, have a spacious balcony with an outdoor bathtub for two, and a king-size bed sleeping maximum 2 adults and 1 child/teen. Family Suites have a king size bed and double sofa beds, two bathrooms and a walk-in dressing room, sleeping maximum 4 adults or 3 adults, 2 children/1 teen or 2 adults and 3 children/2 teens.

The LUX* Suite has a generous lounge area, walk-in dressing room, a sleek oversized bathroom with deep-soaking bath and walk-in shower, sleeping maximum 3 adults or 2 adults and 1 child/teen.

Prestige Junior Suites are located on the ground floor facing a sheltered cove in the adults-only area, and boasts a 25 sqm terrace, with 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 2 adults.

6 dining options: The Palm Court (live cooking stations, open for breakfast and dinner), INTI (Peruvian cuisine, open grill kitchen), Beach Rouge (casual beachfront dining), Bodrum Blue (authentic Turkish restaurant), and Under the Banyan which is home to the Creole Smokehouse (adults-only) and BBs Burger Shack (adults-only section). 7 bars: INTI Pisco Bar, G&T 100 Club, Rum Tree House, French Kiss, The Palm Court and the beachfront bars at Beach Rouge and Bodrum Blue. 

2 swimming pools (one adults-only). LUX* Me Spa & Fitness Centre*. Complimentary range of water sports including windsurfing, kayaking, water-skiing, sailing, snorkelling and glass-bottom boat rides. Speedboat rides*, big-game fishing* and PADI scuba diving courses*. Petanques, mini-golf, beach volleyball, table tennis and floodlit tennis courts. Driving range*. Golf course nearby*. Mountain bike hire*. Private resort cinema (60 seats). PLAY Kids' Club (3-11 years). Teen activities including island adventure trips and beach sports.

Laundry/dry-cleaning service*. 24-hour room service*. Complimentary phone calls from hotel's red phone box. Complimentary WiFi.

3 nights on 31 Dec.

 * Denotes local charge.

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Image of the Tripadvisor rating Great time @LUX Grand Gaube

Dec 25, 2024 Companion68546208777

The hotel shines with: ✨its outstanding service you can find hardly in any other hotel ✨ nice offer on sports/yoga courses ✨as well as the fabulous food. We had a wonderful stay there. We are looking forward for our next stay at one of the LUX Hotels.
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Excellent Resort!

Dec 22, 2024 MJandLC

This is an excellent resort. Very well looked after and appointed. A very good range of additional restaurants outside of the main buffet restaurant and they were all good. Great food, lovely location and very helpful staff. Lovely spacious room. A special mention for Elena on the front desk who looked after us when we arrived and Davesh who was… Read more
This is an excellent resort. Very well looked after and appointed. A very good range of additional restaurants outside of the main buffet restaurant and they were all good. Great food, lovely location and very helpful staff. Lovely spacious room. A special mention for Elena on the front desk who looked after us when we arrived and Davesh who was very helpful when we left. We really enjoyed ourselves! Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating A Dream Vacation with unforgettable Moments

Dec 20, 2024 Daniela K Switzerland

We had the great pleasure of spending our vacation at the Lux Grand Gaube in Mauritius – and what can I say? It was an absolute dream! We would especially like to highlight the fantastic beach service team, who went above and beyond to make our stay unforgettable. A huge thank you to Reedoo, Veer, Chirag, Maxwell, Viresh, Liam, and… Read more
We had the great pleasure of spending our vacation at the Lux Grand Gaube in Mauritius – and what can I say? It was an absolute dream! We would especially like to highlight the fantastic beach service team, who went above and beyond to make our stay unforgettable. A huge thank you to Reedoo, Veer, Chirag, Maxwell, Viresh, Liam, and Yashveer! These gentlemen demonstrated every single day what exceptional service truly means. highlight: they even cleaned our sunglasses – something we’ve never experienced at any other hotel! The housekeeping staff also deserves a big Thanks, especially Leena. She surprised us with funny towel animals, which brought a smile to our faces. Our favorite restaurant at the Lux Grand Gaube was definitely Bodrum Blue. Durgesh and the entire team completely won us over and spoiled us. The food, the service – everything was absolutely perfect 💯! Thank you to the entire hotel team for this wonderful experience. We will definitely be back! Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Paradise!

Dec 20, 2024 Wanderer25633094641 Lucerne, Switzerland

I felt like I was in paradise! The Lux Hotel Grand Gaube is truly a gem – the large, beautifully designed resort radiates warmth and hospitality. Every moment spent here was a pleasure, and that is thanks not only to the impressive architecture and breathtaking surroundings, but above all to the exceptional team. A special mention goes to Jason… Read more
I felt like I was in paradise! The Lux Hotel Grand Gaube is truly a gem – the large, beautifully designed resort radiates warmth and hospitality. Every moment spent here was a pleasure, and that is thanks not only to the impressive architecture and breathtaking surroundings, but above all to the exceptional team. A special mention goes to Jason from management, whose bright smile and empathy creates an incredible atmosphere. You can tell he motivates his staff with respect and kindness, which is reflected in the top-notch service. The beach service team, especially Reedoo, Veer, Chirag, Maxwell, Liam and Yashveer, was always friendly and attentive, and Leena, who lovingly decorated and cared for our room, left us in awe every time. Last but not least, I want to highlight the Bodrum Blue restaurant and Dargesh – we were spoiled with amazing cuisine, and each visit was a unique experience. I feel completely pampered here and truly hope to return soon. A heartfelt thank you to the entire team for this unforgettable experience! Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Sensational

Dec 18, 2024 amywebster1991 Tamworth, United Kingdom

If I could give 10 stars I would. I can quite honestly say I have never experienced service like that at Grand Gaube. The staff were super polite, helpful and went the extra mile at all times! We were celebrating our honeymoon and were offered several complimentary activities that were brilliant. The little touches all make up to most amazing… Read more
If I could give 10 stars I would. I can quite honestly say I have never experienced service like that at Grand Gaube. The staff were super polite, helpful and went the extra mile at all times! We were celebrating our honeymoon and were offered several complimentary activities that were brilliant. The little touches all make up to most amazing experience. The smell of the hotel is unbelievable and you will not want to leave for the smell alone! The staff make your stay- from the porters, to the reception staff (shoutout to Elana who was wonderful), the restaurant and bar waiters- nothing is too much and they always do it with a smile on their face. We will 100% be back and will recommend to everyone we know. The watersports are great too and free which is just a great added perk! Amazing stay, beautiful food (at all restaurants- even the buffet is amazing) and lovely rooms/ lobby. Everything was just sensational- thank you tam Lux* Grand Gaube. Read less