La Hacienda

There are three one-bedroom villas to choose from at La Hacienda. Guests can stay in Hare Villa, Day Gecko Villa, or Butterfly Villa. The villas give off an atmosphere of paired-back island charm, built out of stone and wood and with thatch roofs they recall elements of the surrounding nature. Each villa comes complete with a sitting area, queen size bed, private bathroom, a fully equipped kitchen and a balcony. All the villas accommodate two people with an additional person on a sofa bed. Although all the villas come complete with a flat-screen tv, disconnection from the modern world is encouraged here – with the villas acting as your own home in the middle of the luscious wilderness – and a sweeping view across the azure bay to rolling hills in the distance visible from the private balconies.

The Pink Pigeon Villa at La Hacienda is a two-storey island cottage. With two bedrooms, both with comfortable queen size beds, this villa can accommodate up to four guests with a sofa bed available for a fifth guest. The villa also comes complete with a fully equipped kitchen with a rustic feel, large stone worktops, and a feature stone wall. The open plan living and dining area is where guests can unwind at mealtimes or if the weather is rainy, otherwise, the private garden and balcony are the places to be. Unwind in complete solitude in the garden, surrounded by luscious tropical plants and the sound of birdsong in the trees. Or head to the balcony to gaze over the endless horizon, sparkling ocean, and green hills rising in the distance.

Guests can arrange for a fresh basket of vegetarian breakfast goodies to be delivered to their villa each morning. The villas are self-catering and come with fully equipped kitchens where guests can cook their own meals. The Mahébourg Marketplace is not far from La Hacienda, and it’s the perfect place to stock up on fresh fruit and vegetables for your cooking needs.

There are various activities that allow guests to fully explore the magnificent island. There are many hiking trails that take guests around the islands and can be tailored to suit individual needs, there is no better way to explore than on your own two feet, and guests will be rewarded for their efforts with stunning panoramic views of the paradisal island.

Guided tours of the southern cliffs and Lion Mountain can be arranged with knowledgeable and friendly guides. Mountain bikes are available to hire if riding around nature is your ideal form of exploration or quad biking can be arranged for the thrill-seekers among the guests.

Guests of La Hacienda are perfectly placed to explore the local culture of Mahébourg. Just a short journey from the villas lies the town centres which guests can explore at their own tempo, as well as visiting the colourful and lively market on a Monday. Dutch ruins from the Dutch settlements are an interesting glimpse into the island’s colonial past, and the Frederik Hendrik Museum is a free and interesting museum that explores Mauritius’ history in more detail, perfect for the history buffs.

Ideally located for a plethora of water activities, guests of La Hacienda can take to the waters in various different ways and explore not just the ocean life, but small rivers and islands around Mauritius. Snorkelling can be arranged at Blue Bay Marine Park, where guests can view coral gardens and reefs teeming with tropical fish and, if lucky, sea turtles.

Guests can hire kayaks and explore the crystal clear sea waters or the winding rivers that lead in-land, or can organise a catamaran trip which can take you on a day trip to the nearby island of Ile Aux Cerfs, returning at sunset while the golden tones reflect off the sparkling ocean. Guests who enjoy fishing can spend their afternoons testing their luck in the lagoon while chatting and receiving tips from the local fishermen.

Built to blend into nature, the island villas at La Hacienda were built using local and natural products, such as rock, wood and plant fibres. Their eco-friendly construction has worked to create an eco-wilderness experience where guests are encouraged to appreciate and engage with the stunning nature which surrounds them.