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 Lux Grand Gaube - what a trip

Jan 28, 2025 Phil B

What a stunning hotel/resort. It's going to be so hard to top that experience and welcome from the team. Everyone from Manisha who looked after our room to the people who made sure we didn't have to leave our sun beds to get a drink were exceptional.
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Jan 28, 2025 florencej262 Glasgow, United Kingdom

Longer Review to come but just wanted to highlight the amazing experience we had tonight! We had come to this resort last year and wanted to try the rum tasting at the Rum Treehouse, unfortunately for us there was a cyclone and we were unable to! We knew when we came back this year that we definitely wanted to ensure we managed to experience it.… Read more
Longer Review to come but just wanted to highlight the amazing experience we had tonight! We had come to this resort last year and wanted to try the rum tasting at the Rum Treehouse, unfortunately for us there was a cyclone and we were unable to! We knew when we came back this year that we definitely wanted to ensure we managed to experience it. We did a Rum tasting with the in house expert Anadiel! He was extremely knowledgeable and friendly and his own handmade rums were out of this world!! We then capped the night off with a lovely traditional Mauritian meal at Creole Smoke House. Definitely book the Rum tasting if you can! My friend who said he didn’t like rum left being converted! Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Simply the best hotel on this beautiful island

Jan 27, 2025 Julie K

Absolutely Superb! Hotel is fabulous. Staff are so accommodating! Look out for Yosra who checked us in and was brilliant. Set on a private beach , if you are looking to get away from it all, then this hotel is perfect for families, couples or just friends. Food is simply amazing, from breakfast to their sumptuous dinner buffet, caters for… Read more
Absolutely Superb! Hotel is fabulous. Staff are so accommodating! Look out for Yosra who checked us in and was brilliant. Set on a private beach , if you are looking to get away from it all, then this hotel is perfect for families, couples or just friends. Food is simply amazing, from breakfast to their sumptuous dinner buffet, caters for absolutely everyone. Very difficult to fault any aspect of this establishment. Read less
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Jan 27, 2025 Sherpa635290 Norwich, United Kingdom

Most fab holiday made by the wonderful Beach Service Team, Reedoo, Veer, Chirag, Maxwell and Liam, always welcoming, helpful, friendly, courteous and well mannered, a credit to Lux Grand Gaube, thank you 🙏 we look forward to another visit at some point ☀️
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Inredible

Jan 27, 2025 S8447JSmattp

Me and my wife visited the LUX Grand Gaube in September last year. The hotel, food and amenities were incredible, unlike anything else we have experienced previous, simply amazing. The staff truly made it an unforgettable holiday. Attentive, humble and very friendly, the hospitality was the best we’ve ever experienced. We just wanted to say a… Read more
Me and my wife visited the LUX Grand Gaube in September last year. The hotel, food and amenities were incredible, unlike anything else we have experienced previous, simply amazing. The staff truly made it an unforgettable holiday. Attentive, humble and very friendly, the hospitality was the best we’ve ever experienced. We just wanted to say a special thank you to the following members of staff who went out of their way to make out holiday so special. Sylvano – Café Lux Manisha – Housekeeping Vikram – Front of house Anish – Bodrum Blue Read less