Veranda Palmar Beach Hotel & Spa (Belle Mare, Mauritius)

A family-friendly pick, Veranda Palmar Beach Hotel & Spa sits alongside a private white-sand beach on Mauritius’ east coast. Amenities at the resort include an outdoor swimming pool and a wellness spa. A kids’ club offers daily activities for children aged three to 11. The ocean-inspired rooms are housed in whitewashed buildings dotted throughout the gardens. These guest accommodations feature en-suite bathrooms and private balconies or terraces, as well as comforts like air conditioning, satellite TVs, minibars, and free Wi-Fi. Facilities at Veranda Palmar Beach Hotel & Spa include a fitness room, table tennis, laundry services, and bicycle rental. A variety of watersports can be enjoyed locally – though, as with other amenities at the resort, fees may apply. Dining options include the Regatta buffet restaurant and L’Horizon beach restaurant, the latter serving seafood, grills, and island fare. BarAcuda overlooks the pool. Located just three miles from Belle Mare Beach, this resort is 20 minutes’ drive from Bras D’Eau National Park and 25 miles from Port Louis, the island’s capital.