Tamassa, Bel Ombre

Mauritius, Indian Ocean

Virgin rating

The hotel

Nestling on the soft sands of beautiful Bel Ombre, Tamassa offers multiple activities and is ideal for both couples and young families. Radiating a playful energy, this exceptional all inclusive resort features a sleek, contemporary design with clean lines, airy spaces and modern, beautifully furnished accommodation – each with a spacious terrace or balcony facing the ocean. Surrounded by expansive tropical gardens that lead down to the gleaming white shoreline, enjoy a range of complimentary water sports or pay a little extra for scuba diving, speedboat rides and deep-sea fishing. Land-based activities also abound or take a drive along a scenic coastal road to the UNESCO World Heritage Site at Le Morne or the Black River Gorges National Park, both perfect for hiking and biking. When it comes to dining, discover the finest island-style burgers and wraps at the Chef's Truck, treat yourself to a homemade ice cream at the ice cream parlour, savour Mediterranean delights at the beachfront Playa Restaurant and enjoy buffet dishes from the open kitchen at Show Restaurant. You won't be disappointed.

Amenities

  • Bicycle Rental
  • Kayaking
  • Sailing
  • Scuba Diving
  • Snorkelling
  • Tennis
  • Kids Club
  • Teen Club
  • Families
  • Bar
  • Fitness Centre/Gym
  • Internet Access

Where is it

Set in Bel Ombre on the southwest coast of Mauritius. 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

214 rooms in 3 crescents, set around the swimming pools. All sea oriented with balcony or terrace, air-conditioning, ceiling fan, flat-screen satellite TV, kettle and tea/coffee-making facilities, mini-bar*, safe and hairdryer. Standard Rooms with 1 queen-size bed, sleeping maximum 2 adults and 1 child/teen.

Board basis options:

Half Board option: includes breakfast and dinner at Show.

Full Board option: includes breakfast at Show, lunch and dinner at either Show or Playa.

All Inclusive option:

- Breakfast: at Show

- Lunch: in the restaurants and picnic baskets for guests on excursions (request to be placed at the reception 24-hours in advance)

- Dinner: at Show and Playa. Guests booked in Tamassa Rooms, get a 20% discount at Playa for lunch and dinner (discount applicable on food only)

- Afternoon tea served every afternoon at BBar

- Drinks (in all restaurants and bars): a wide selection of beverages (soft drinks, tea, coffee, beers, wines, juices, mineral water, cocktails and liquors) are available

- Tea/coffee facilities in room

- Mini-bar: water, juices and soft drinks, beers (replenished once/day)

- Beach service - poolside service – 24-hout room service (tray charges apply)

- Wellness (as per hotel schedule): Yoga and stretching classes, fitness centre, sauna, steam room, hydrojet (with supplement), and spa garden (mandatory reservation subject to availability at the Spa - adults only)

- Water sports (as per hotel schedule): glass bottom boat trips, snorkeling, windsurfing, kayaks, pedal boat, sailing boats as per weather and tide conditions

- Land activities (as per hotel schedule): unlimited access to the gym centre, floodlit tennis courts (rackets provided and tennis balls with a supplement), table tennis, bikes, bocce balls, beach volley

- Entertainment: live music, DJ evening, Karaoke, Mauritian dance show.

Please note: for guests staying in Tamassa rooms the All Inclusive package starts on arrival and finishes at 12 noon on day of departure. For guests staying in Superior room, Ocean Superior room, Beach room, Tamassa Family room and Family Suites All-Inclusive starts on arrival and finishes upon departure at the hotel on the last day.

Room upgrades:

Superior Rooms are set within the resorts gardens and have 1 queen-size bed or twin beds, sleeping maximum 3 adults or 2 adults and 2 children.

Beach Rooms have beachfront access, iHome radio with USB music dock, and coffee plunger, with 1 queen-size bed plus rollaway bed, sleeping maximum 3 adults or 2 adults and 1 child/teen.

Family Deluxe Rooms are interconnecting, with 1 king-size bed, plus bunk beds in a separate, small air-conditioned room with its own toilet, sleeping maximum 2 adults and 3 children or 2 adults, 1 teen and 2 children.

Show Restaurant (open kitchen and buffet breakfasts and dinners), Playa Restaurant (à la carte lunch and dinner on the beach), B-Bar (all-day poolside drinks and lunches, with TV screen), food truck (lunchtime burgers and snacks) and ice cream parlour (open during lunchtimes).

Jalsa resort nightclub - the very first to open in the South of the island (open Wed, Sat. Opening days/hours are subject to change). Outdoor cinema (twice per week, weather permitting).

4 swimming pools, including main pool and quiet zone pool. Santosha Mindful Wellness spa* with Jacuzzi, steam room and sauna. Fitness Centre. Complimentary water sports including kayaking, sailing, snorkelling and pedal boats. Kitesurfing*. Speedboat rides*. Deep-sea fishing*. Ski tube rides*. Scuba diving*. Floodlit tennis courts (tennis balls*), beach volleyball, boules, table tennis. Billiard tables and games machines. Lawn games. Mountain bikes (including 2 short bike tours). World-class golf course close by*. TamTam kids club (3-11 years, 9:00am-10:00pm. Children under 3 years with a parent or babysitter). Studio 17 teens club (12-17 years, 9:00am-10:00pm).

Babysitting*. Laundry/dry-cleaning service*. 24-hour room service*. Complimentary WiFi within the resort.

Good general access for guests who are able to walk short distances and can manage up to six steps. For more information and contact details please check out our Special Assistance page

7 nights in Beach Rooms.

3 nights for stays over 31 Dec.

* Denotes local charge.

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Image of the Tripadvisor rating Another great Holliday at Tamassa.

Jul 14, 2024 Kelly B Vannes, France

This is my fourth time coming to Tamassa with my family, and it just gets harder and harder to leave every time. The space around the resort is something we love, and even if it's full, it never feels crowded. The staff is always willing to help in any way they can, always with a smile on their face. The best cocktails can be found at Sun Bar… Read more
This is my fourth time coming to Tamassa with my family, and it just gets harder and harder to leave every time. The space around the resort is something we love, and even if it's full, it never feels crowded. The staff is always willing to help in any way they can, always with a smile on their face. The best cocktails can be found at Sun Bar where Bar King Ally is making them. Nishad, the manager, always goes above and beyond to ensure that we are happy. Every night, there are theme nights at the buffet, or you can dine at the Playa so you never get sick of the food. The ladies working at Kids Club are incredible, and my little one had a great time making pizza and exploring the glass bottom boat. I can't wait to see everyone again next year. Thank you Tamassa for another incredible holiday. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Best resort with good service and food

Jul 14, 2024 Amangautam1 New Delhi, India

Hotel is one of the best and almost like 5 star. The customer service, food quality, landscaping, beach and resort is superb. We got Indian veg food options and good to see a party every evening. Rooms are good with most facing swimming pool and other activities like gym, kids area, tennis and other sports are available
Image of the Tripadvisor rating A day with family

Jul 14, 2024 Jayram B

We spent a great time at Tamassa for my daughter's birthday.The food was outstanding. The staff was very friendly.Special thanks to Mr Akhilesh, Miss Geeta , Yovana from burger truck and Mr Edinho for their excellent service! We'll come again definitely.
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Jul 13, 2024 H S

Thank you so much for these wonderful moments. Your hospitality, kindness and generosity made our stay comfortable and enjoyable. We appreciate all the team for your help and support throughout our visit. we had a wonderful and great time and we are grateful to had the opportunity to spend a time with you all team of Tamassa Resorts Thank you… Read more
Thank you so much for these wonderful moments. Your hospitality, kindness and generosity made our stay comfortable and enjoyable. We appreciate all the team for your help and support throughout our visit. we had a wonderful and great time and we are grateful to had the opportunity to spend a time with you all team of Tamassa Resorts Thank you again for your hospitality and for making our stay so memorable and enjoyable And a very SPECIAL thanks to Mr Ishal ♡, for your hard work. we are fortunate to have a hard worker like you. you're truly a man of work and art. Thank you all team of Tamassa Resorts we had a great time Read less
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Jul 13, 2024 June C

Hello... today we spent all the day among friends at the Tamassa hotel.. There we had the chance to taste a variety of food from different culture.. There we enjoyed a wonderful buffet with mauritian italian chinese and oriental food... We enjoyed live cooking with grilled chicken- saussage-fish which was PERFECTO.. Special thanks to KYLE who… Read more
Hello... today we spent all the day among friends at the Tamassa hotel.. There we had the chance to taste a variety of food from different culture.. There we enjoyed a wonderful buffet with mauritian italian chinese and oriental food... We enjoyed live cooking with grilled chicken- saussage-fish which was PERFECTO.. Special thanks to KYLE who took care of our table during lunch time.. ALWAYS taking care of the details... A big applause to CHEF Edinho,Elodie and Guy from pastry...i had a delicious birthday cake and special desert. Many thanks to this kind attention.. will soon come back guys. Thanks Tamassa. Read less