Solana Beach Mauritius

Mauritius, Indian Ocean

Virgin rating

The hotel

Waiting for your drinks to arrive as you laze on white sands, shaded by a coconut palm. Taking a dip in a lagoon pool among tropical plants and dining and drinking terraces. Stepping out on your balcony to soak in endless sea views before heading out for dinner. This may be the stuff of daydreams, but it’s the true island experience guests come to enjoy when staying at the adults-only Solana Beach. It does deliver a delicious cliché, but this hotel also comes with its own unique twists, like the nod to the sixties and seventies in your spacious guestroom, which is otherwise thoroughly modern. It also gives you the option to do absolutely nothing – or to pack your days with cycling, diving, snorkelling, and even complimentary glass-bottom boat trips, and your nights with island entertainment and meals in three delectable restaurants.

Amenities

  • Kayaking
  • Scuba Diving
  • Snorkelling
  • Tennis
  • Windsurfing
  • Bar
  • Fitness Centre/Gym
  • Internet Access
  • Laundry Service
  • Restaurant
  • Safety Deposit Box
  • Spa

Where is it

On the east coast of Mauritius, this beachfront hotel lies between the villages of Trou d’Eau Douce and Roches Noires. Transfer time from Mauritius International Airport: approximately 1 hour 15 minutes. Please note that if taking a seat in coach this may be longer depending on how many hotel stops are en route.

Hotel information

117 rooms. All with beach views, a balcony or terrace, air-conditioning, flatscreen TV with international satellite channels, complimentary WiFi, telephone, mini-bar*, tea/coffee-making facilities, safe and hairdryer. Superior Rooms have sea views, slate flooring and a king-size bed, sleeping maximum 2 adults.

 

All Inclusive option: guests may enjoy dinner at either Cinnamone (buffet) or Pomelo (à la carte, reservations required), with Secrets Corner available to book at a supplement. Drinks including a selection of local spirits, wine, draught beers and soft drinks, available at the bar 10:00am–11:30pm. Mini-bar (selected drinks, replenished daily). 

Please note: the All Inclusive package starts upon arrival at the hotel and ends at 3:00pm on day of departure. Drinks with an asterisk on the bar and mini-bar menus are included in the All Inclusive package.

Deluxe Rooms are larger and have sea views, a shower, bathrobes and slippers, sleeping maximum 3 adults.

Prestige Rooms have 1 king-size bed (some rooms have four-poster beds) wooden floor and coffee machine, sleeping maximum 2 adults.

Junior Suites are the largest rooms and have sea views, whirlpool with sea views and separate shower, Each has 1 king-size four-poster bed, sleeping maximum 2 adults.

Cinnamone Restaurant (Mauritian and international buffet menu, open for breakfast, lunch and dinner), Pomelo Restaurant (à la carte menu, open for dinner) and Secrets Corner Restaurant (Creole menu, open for dinner). Indigo Bar (wine and cocktail lounge, open afternoons and evenings) and Coco Bar (al fresco seating, open during the day). Lakaz Rum (a place to enjoy an aperitif or digestif after dinner). Beach service with snacks* and drinks*.

Evening entertainment (including live bands, DJ nights, 80s nights, cultural shows, and sega shows). 

Outdoor lagoon-style swimming pool. Ylang Spa* (treatments*, hair salon*, Hammam*, and sauna*). Whirlpool. Fitness centre. 2 tennis courts (1 floodlit). Bike rental*. Diving centre*. Water sports (windsurfing, canoeing, mini-sails, pedal boating, parasailing*, glass bottom boat trips, deep sea fishing*, and snorkelling trips). Volleyball. Bocce ball. Table tennis. Water aerobics. 

Boutique. Complimentary WiFi. Laundry facilities*. Changing rooms and luggage storage (with shower, for early arrivals and late departures). Room service* (6:30am-11:00pm).

Peak season minimum stay 5 nights (20th December - 6th January).

*Denotes local charge.

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Traveller rating

  • Excellent (1969)
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Image of the Tripadvisor rating Wonderful Stay, thank you!

Jul 14, 2024 Sydney H Cambridge, United Kingdom

The island of Mauritius and the hotel are paradise. We were greeted on arrival with refreshments and a smile. Our room was on the first floor and had a wonderful view of the sea (as do all the rooms). Nothing was too much trouble for the staff who are always so happy. The main restaurant caters buffet style for all meals and there is a very good… Read more
The island of Mauritius and the hotel are paradise. We were greeted on arrival with refreshments and a smile. Our room was on the first floor and had a wonderful view of the sea (as do all the rooms). Nothing was too much trouble for the staff who are always so happy. The main restaurant caters buffet style for all meals and there is a very good choice of food. Salads, fruits, cooked breakfasts, themed evening meals, ie Chinese, Indian, Fishermans. There is something for everyone. You can also book the a la carte restaurant a day in advance for something special (not included in all inclusive). The staff are very attentive and look after you very well. If you want to stay up a little later there is entertainment and music in the bar. Food and drink is plentiful all day long. Being on the East side of the island it was a little windy but we found our own spot to soak up the sun. Walks along the beach were beautiful and counted as our holiday exercise... although there is a gym if you are more energetic. If you want to enjoy a massage, facial or manicure this is also available. There is plenty to keep you occupied on the beach, boating, snorkling, parachute ride over the sea or just chilling with a book. The beaches in places have a lot of coral and rock so it is advisable to take beach shoes. I read this in another review and so glad I bought some. They are also great to wear in the sea which is shallow and rocky but further along the beach there are sandy areas to immerse yourself in. There are some reviews about updating rooms, and yes, they are tired in places, but certainly does not detract from the fact that they are spotless, housekeeping are available all day and keep the rooms spotless. There are so many staff to be thankful for and some will stay in our hearts forever, but all staff, without exception, did a wonderful job, attentive to guests, spotless housekeeping, wonderfully kept gardens and grounds, maintenance. The hospitality staff became like family. This is somewhere you will never want to leave, thank you to each and every one of you for making this a special vacation. xx Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Unfortunately hotel needs maintenance and a facelift

Jul 13, 2024 Carmen181 Johannesburg, South Africa

Unfortunately the rooms and buildings are in desperate need of maintenance and a facelift. The room decor was dated and the lack of maintenance resulted in the room feeling dirty and therefore unhygienic. Had an ant problem in the room as well. I had sweets in my handbag and the ants were everywhere, Stayed in a second floor room in block 3.… Read more
Unfortunately the rooms and buildings are in desperate need of maintenance and a facelift. The room decor was dated and the lack of maintenance resulted in the room feeling dirty and therefore unhygienic. Had an ant problem in the room as well. I had sweets in my handbag and the ants were everywhere, Stayed in a second floor room in block 3. Excellent location and views from bed and the balcony were incredible. Unfortunately the beach is not swimming friendly. It’s very rocky and shallow. I would suggest walking along the beach to look for better swimming beaches. Breakfast was fairly good as well. Fresh pastries and fresh fruit. Eggs cooked to your request. Limited other protein options though. Unfortunately Saturday morning there was a lot of maintenance happening around the property. Gardeners working near reception and wooden floor boards around the pool being replaced which was a bit noisy. Read less
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Jul 10, 2024 Sooryadev P

We went for a team building session with colleagues. We spent an excellent time together. The staff were very nice and helpful. Service very good. Food was very delicious. We were provided with a room during the day which was unexpected. That was great.
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Jul 10, 2024 Adventure13184934206

Team building MIE Excellent experience with colleagues. Thr team building activities were well planned and executed by the sport officer and his team We enjoyed the food and the beverages We also had quality time with colleagues and friends 🧡
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Jul 10, 2024 Reshma G

MIE Team Building event. It was an excellent experience . The hotel organized some interesting activities which we enjoyed a lot. The welcome was really warm. The food was exquisite! We ate too much! Looking forward to another visit to the hotel! Keep up the good work!