Grand-Baie Travel Guide

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This bustling Mauritian oceanfront town offers water adventures, biking trips, luxurious accommodation, renowned shopping spots and a fun-filled nightlife.

Grand Bay rests on a glorious natural cove in Mauritius. Cycle through the village and explore busy marketplaces and boutiques. Enjoy watersports in the calm ocean. Stunning hotels and spirited nightlife round out your stay.

Sunbathe on one of Grand Bay’s most enticing beaches, La Cuvette. This picturesque cove is secluded, with little boat traffic. Float in tropical waters. Stroll along the sandy coastline and enjoy views over the sparkling lagoon.

Enjoy Grand Bay’s famous shopping and leisure attractions. Head to Sunset Boulevard for chic fashion at upmarket boutiques. Alternatively, visit the Grand Bay Bazaar for a fabulous craft market offering ornate Mauritian crafts. Purchase expressive paintings of Mauritian beach life at a local art gallery. 

Enjoy 5-star hotel accommodation with sea breezes and oceanfront terraces. Laze on a sun lounge near the pristine pool and enjoy a selection of carefully sourced French wines. Take part in the various watersports adventures that most hotels offer, including snorkeling, kayaking and waterskiing tours.

From your hotel, rent bicycles and take a scenic, easy ride around the bay to the brilliantly colored Shiv Kalyan Vath Mandir Hindu temple. Admire its vivid red and white turrets. Remove your shoes before entering and enjoy the calming interior of this sacred space. Visit another tranquil, ornately decorated Hindu temple, Surya Oudaya Sangam, just west of town.

For more challenging off-road cycling, book a mountain bike excursion at your hotel and follow scenic trails in the Grand Bay area. Weave through cane fields and glorious lagoons. Stop for lunch by the bay at a relaxed café and taste fresh, exquisite seafood.

Experience Grand Bay’s nightlife in its lively bars and nightclubs, where parties last until the early morning. Stroll across town and visit one of Grand Bay’s bustling club venues. Sip delicious cocktails in laid-back lounge settings or enjoy the party atmosphere on busy dance floors.

Reach Grand Bay in a little over an hour from Mauritius International Airport. Grand Bay is the ideal holiday town for fun-filled, sunny days.

Ocean Villas
Ocean Villas
3 out of 5
Royal Road 23, Grand-Baie
The price is ₹7,580 per night from 1 Aug to 2 Aug
₹7,580
per night
1 Aug - 2 Aug
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in Grand-Baie. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Grand Bay Beach and Trou aux Biches ...
7.4/10 Good! (288 reviews)
"Happy to stay here while in the area"

Reviewed on 2 Jun 2024

Ocean Villas
LUX* Grand Baie
LUX* Grand Baie
5 out of 5
Grand Baie, Grand-Baie
The price is ₹37,376 per night from 20 Aug to 21 Aug
₹37,376
per night
20 Aug - 21 Aug
Stay at this luxury resort in Grand-Baie. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 4 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Grand Bay Beach and Trou aux Biches Beach are ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (76 reviews)
"Absolutely Beautiful and Amazing - Lux* Grand Baie Review I recently had the pleasure of staying at Lux* Grand Baie with my pregnant wife and our 3-year-old toddler, and it was hands down the best holiday we've ever had. The resort is absolutely beautiful and amazing in every way. The staff at Lux* ..."

Reviewed on 1 Jul 2024

LUX* Grand Baie
Veranda Grand Baie Hotel & Spa
Veranda Grand Baie Hotel & Spa
4 out of 5
Royal Road, Grand-Baie
The price is ₹13,364 per night from 29 Jul to 30 Jul
₹13,364
per night
29 Jul - 30 Jul
Stay at this 4-star beach resort in Grand-Baie. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Grand Bay Beach and Trou aux Biches ...
8/10 Very Good! (211 reviews)
"The hotel is beautiful and we loved the position. We had a privilege room which was lovely, close to the pool/reception and thankfully meant we weren’t disturbed by the bar/restaurant next door. The staff were in the main really nice and friendly but often quite slow/disorganised. Drink orders sometimes ..."

Reviewed on 19 Feb 2024

Veranda Grand Baie Hotel & Spa
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Grand Bay Suites
Grand Bay Suites
3.5 out of 5
Royal Road, Grand-Baie
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly apartment in Grand-Baie. Enjoy free parking, an airport shuttle (surcharge) and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (196 reviews)
Low Cost Stay good for money
"Property was as per expected / reviews etc were quite accurate - it is probably the lowest cost to stay in Grand Baie - got to say Monday the cleaner made an exceptional effort to make it as clean as possible. Property needs investment but it is good for my purpose - only issue that cant be helped ..."

Reviewed on 7 Mar 2024

Grand Bay Suites
Ki Residence by 2Futures Holidays
Ki Residence by 2Futures Holidays
3 out of 5
Coastal Road, Grand-Baie, Rivière du Rempart
Stay at this 3-star residence in Grand-Baie. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Grand Bay Beach and Trou aux Biches ...
10/10 Exceptional! (1 review)
"Le foto sono reali, bellissima terrazza coperta, bella piscina. Sorveglianza per la sicurezza con personale e telecamere 24 h molto efficente, parcheggio gratuito. Non è presente una reception ma si comunica con WhatsApp e risolvono rapidamente ogni esigenza"

Reviewed on 5 Feb 2024

Ki Residence by 2Futures Holidays
La Pointe Villas
La Pointe Villas
3 out of 5
Royal Road, Pointe aux Canonniers, Grand-Baie
Stay at this 3-star apartment in Grand-Baie. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Grand Bay Beach and Trou aux Biches Beach ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (219 reviews)
"This was my second visit and it was just as enjoyable. It was a bit quieter than the last time as it was low season."

Reviewed on 2 Jul 2023

La Pointe Villas
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Grand-Baie

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4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Pereybere is actually just further up the coast from Grand-Baie town itself; but is less busy, crowded, and has less boats moored in the sea, and I think nicer beaches and swimming.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Nice place. Find everything you need.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Staff @Le Canonnier are great. Special thanks to Roshan and Chef V.Boolan. Kitchen tour a real privilege,staff canteen same food as guests, waiter has recommendations. @50Waterski. A fantastic resort culture to relax with family on holiday.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Great place to stay

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Not much for tourists outside of resort

2/5 - Disappointing

Oscar

Not as beautiful as the every other area of the island. Tourist area becoming rough in the evenings.

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