Picolo recommends · Hotel in Belle Mare, Mauritius
LUX* Belle Mare
A wide pool among the palms, a beach that runs on and on, and enough going on all day that nobody in the family gets bored.
The beach at Belle Mare is one of the longest on the island, and LUX* sits right on it. In the morning the sand is all footprints and kayaks, while the big pool between the palms fills up with children long before the adults have finished breakfast.
The rooms are in low buildings that face the sea, with restaurants and a spa spread through the gardens. There is a kids' club and a programme of activities from morning to evening, so the days take care of themselves.
Picolo’s verdict
Why we chose LUX* Belle Mare
This is our family pick. There is space for everyone, plenty for children to do and a long, shallow beach that suits small swimmers, while parents can still find a quiet corner or a spa treatment.
It is a large and busy hotel, and in school holidays it can feel full. Couples looking for quiet will be happier somewhere smaller, and the east coast trade wind can make the beach breezy from June to September.
What you get
- Kids' club and activities all day
- Large pool among the palms
- Among the longest beaches in Mauritius
- Spa
- Several restaurants
A day at LUX* Belle Mare
- Morning
- Building sandcastles on the long beach before the sun gets high.
- Midday
- Kids' club for the children, kayaks on the lagoon for the adults.
- Afternoon
- A lazy few hours by the big pool in the shade of the palms.
- Evening
- Dinner together, then a walk along the sand as it cools.
Location
Belle Mare, east coast, Mauritius
Open in MapsQuestions about LUX* Belle Mare
Does LUX* Belle Mare have a kids' club?
Yes, there is a kids' club and a full programme of activities through the day, which is why we rate it highly for families.
Which room should I book at LUX* Belle Mare with small children?
Choose a room at ground level on the beach side. It saves carrying buggies up stairs and puts you a few steps from the sand.
Is LUX* Belle Mare busy?
It is a large hotel, and in school holidays it fills up. If you want a quieter stay, travel outside peak weeks or look at a smaller hotel.
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Updated 6 Nov 2026All articles
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