About this hotel
General information
Sofitel Mauritius L'Impérial Resort & Spa lies on the sheltered west coast of Mauritius, where lush tropical gardens run down to soft white sand and a calm lagoon. The resort pairs a French sense of style with Mauritian hospitality, and its Asian touches — a Japanese garden, a spa shaped like an Eastern sanctuary — give it an unhurried, contemplative feel.
At its centre is a vast swimming pool, one of the largest on the island, while adults have their own infinity pool and bar, Le Flamboyant. The eco-certified resort suits couples and families alike, with Sofitel Spa, a gym, a kids' club with its own pool and a choice of restaurants and bars — though the beach and the sunsets over the Indian Ocean remain the real draw.
Location
The resort sits right on the beach on the west coast of Mauritius, close to the resort town of Flic en Flac. The Port Louis waterfront is about 25 km away and the shops of Tamarin about 11 km; parking is free for guests.
Spa
Sofitel Spa is laid out as an Asian-inspired sanctuary, its treatment rooms — some for couples — arranged around the spa's own pool. There is a sauna, a hammam, a relaxation area with herbal teas and views of the Japanese garden, plus a beauty parlour and hair salon. The menu covers Nirvana massages, a Mauritian massage, body scrubs, facials and beauty rituals, and each visit opens with a welcome ritual.
Sports & leisure
The Sofitel Fitness gym, fitted with Technogym equipment, looks out towards the mountains; it can be opened early in the morning or late at night on request, and trainers are on hand. Aquagym takes place in the pool every day at noon, live bands play in the evening, and Mauritian buffet nights come with a stage show. The nearest golf course is 5 km away (about 15 minutes by car) and is not part of the resort; quad biking is also available nearby.
For children
The kids' club, for ages 4–12, occupies its own villa themed on Le Petit Prince and opens daily from 08:30 to 19:30. Its programme includes pool games, arts and crafts, a talent show and cinema evenings, supervised beach walks to collect seashells and sessions where children make and fly their own kites. The club has its own pool and playground, and children can have lunch there from a kids' menu.
Restaurants & bars
The resort's restaurants and bars are set around the pools and on the sand.
- Ravinala — poolside restaurant for breakfast and for dinner buffets and barbecues themed each night on Mauritius, France, Italy or India
- Ming Court — Chinese and Japanese cooking with Mauritian market produce, overlooking the main pool
- Teppanyaki — Japanese teppanyaki cooked in front of guests
- Tamassa Beach Restaurant — beachfront lunches of grilled fish and meat and Mauritian dishes such as palm heart salad and smoked fish
- Kestrel Bar — beside the lobby with lagoon views, signature cocktails and a piano
- Tamassa Bar on the Beach — light afternoon snacks, tropical sundowners and live music every evening
- Le Flamboyant Pool Bar — adults-only pool bar in the north wing, tropical cocktails at sunset
In-room dining is also available.
Swimming
The resort faces a wide beach of fine white sand and a calm lagoon with coral reefs and colourful fish, with sunloungers on the sand. The Opera and Imperial Suites open directly onto the beach. The main pool, one of the largest on the island, is well suited to families, while the Le Flamboyant infinity pool is for adults only; it is heated in the cooler months, when supervised children may use it too.
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Rooms
Rooms and suites range from 50 to 125 m², all with a balcony or terrace, and many look out over the ocean or the Japanese garden. Families can choose from 18 family suites and 10 connecting rooms.
Each room has air conditioning, a Sofitel MyBed, satellite TV, free Wi-Fi, a minibar, tea and coffee facilities, a safe, blackout and soundproofing, and bathrobes, slippers and a hairdryer, with 24-hour room service.
Luxury Room
Sea-facing room with a garden view, a king-size bed or two singles, a sofa bed and a balcony or terrace; the bathroom has a bathtub or rain shower. Sleeps up to 3.
Magnifique Room
Room with a king-size bed, an open bathroom, an illy coffee machine and a furnished balcony or terrace facing the ocean. Sleeps up to 2.
Prestige Suite
Family suite with a wood-floored living room, a sofa bed, two bathrooms and a balcony or terrace over the Japanese garden; king-size or twin beds. Sleeps up to 4.
Opera Suite
Suite with a bedroom, living room and bathroom with bathtub and rain shower; the terrace or balcony overlooks the ocean and the adults-only pool, with direct beach access. King-size bed, sleeps up to 4.
Imperial Suite
The resort's largest suite: an open-plan living room with sofa bed, an eight-seat dining area, a kitchenette, a walk-in closet, a whirlpool bath and a terrace with ocean and sunset views and beach access. King-size bed, sleeps up to 4.
Photos are for illustrative purposes only. Actual room layout, furnishings, décor, views and amenities may differ from those shown and may vary between rooms of the same category. Hotel and room descriptions are based on information provided by the property and are believed to be accurate at the time of publication, but are not guaranteed. The hotel may renovate or change its rooms, facilities, restaurants and services at any time without notice. The final details of your stay are confirmed at the time of booking. See our Terms of Use.