Heritage Le Telfair Golf & Wellness Resort
B9 Coastal Road, Bel Ombre, Mauritius
Tel.: +230 601 5500
Web: heritageresorts.mu
Price: Doubles from €375 per night/person

Reason to Book:

Pool with a view: the fantastic outdoor pool, surrounded by palm trees and comfortable loungers will immediately catch your eye upon arrival. © Heritage Le Telfair Golf & Spa Resort

Those who long for the natural, tranquil side of Mauritius have every reason to stay at Heritage Le Telfair: the Golf & Wellness Resort is located in the middle of the island's only preserved natural area, Bel Ombre. Apart from lush green forests and endless sandy beaches, guests can expect elegant rooms in French colonial style, personal, cordial service, and a generous culinary and leisure offering.

Location

Turquoise waters, fine sandy beaches and the dense green of tropical forests: Le Telfair is located in the most beautiful area of all Mauritus, Bel Ombre. © Heritage Le Telfair Golf & Spa Resort

Le Telfair is located in the 1,300-hectare Bel Ombre, the lush, tranquil south of Mauritius – far from the turbulent, sometimes very crowded north. Bordered at one end by the Bel Ombre Nature Reserve and an extensive golf course, at the other by a golden sandy beach, the resort is a paradisiacal hideaway between the jungle and the ocean.

Ambience

Light-flooded rooms and elegant, modern furnishings inspired by French colonial style characterize Le Telfair. © Heritage Le Telfair Golf & Spa Resort

A small paradise by the Indian Ocean: extensive paths lead past palm trees as tall as houses and buildings in French colonial style. From the trendy C Beach Club with its long, golden sand beach to the large outdoor pool that looks out to the ocean: The atmosphere is as relaxed as it is elegant and you'll feel just as comfortable in yoga attire as you will in a chic dress.

Good to know:
The name Le Telfair comes from the Irish-British physician and biologist Charles Telfair, who documented numerous animal and plant species on the island. 

Rooms & suites

In the ocean-view suite, you'll fall asleep to the peaceful sound of the waves. © Heritage Le Telfair Golf & Spa Resort

The sprawling resort includes numerous French colonial-style houses with elegant suites overlooking the palm garden or the ocean. The rooms have cozy king-size beds, modern elegant furnishings and are decorated in soft natural colors. 

In the garden-view suite, you can lounge on the private terrace and relax in a hammock. © Heritage Le Telfair Golf & Spa Resort

Each suite either has a private balcony or a small garden where a hammock swings among the palm trees. 

Nice detail in the bathroom: you can open and close the shutters looking out into the bedroom. © Heritage Le Telfair Golf & Spa Resort

The large, elegant bathrooms are equipped with both a bathtub and a rain shower.

Le Château 

You can elegantly dine at the château, steeped in history. If you wish, you can also book the upper floor as a private suite. © Heritage Le Telfair Golf & Spa Resort

The château was built by an Indian businessman in the 19th century, but he never moved into the stately home. The Heritage Resorts have carefully restored the building and the antique interior and host guests at spectacular lunch and dinner events. In addition, Le Château can be rented as a luxurious private accommodation. A spacious garden, which houses a small monkey, stretches around the house. If you take a seat under La Intendant, a 300-year-old tree, you might even get to see the "house pet" with just a little bit of luck. 

Tip: On request, you can have a picnic basket, put together by the boss, to enjoy in the large garden.

Gastronomy

At Le Telfair, guests embark on a culinary journey around the world, as Mauritian specialties meet international cuisine. In addition to the three main restaurants, a bar, and the luxurious Le Château, located somewhat off the beaten path, guests also have access to the restaurants of the neighboring Awali Golf & Spa and the down-to-earth cuisine in The Residences. 

Good to know: 
The Heritage Resorts restaurants are committed to sustainability and environmental protection. They cook with seasonal ingredients, which are sourced fresh from the market in the nearest village every day. Special attention is paid to waste separation and recycling as well as plastic reduction.

Le Palmier

Seafood and ocean views await guests at the chic Le Palmier. © Heritage Le Telfair Golf & Spa Resort

Le Palmier impresses with courteous service, delicious seafood, and a great location right on the beach. A must-try is the mild Mauritian curry, which you'll love even if you can't take any heat. Romantic: Lovers are treated to a candlelight dinner and a special romance menu, including a selection of absolutely delicious desserts.

C Beach Club

Crossing the bridge next to Gin'ja Restaurant takes you directly to the beach – and to C Beach Club. On the culinary side, guests can expect a selection of international classics, plus DJ sounds and relaxed club vibes right on the beach. 

AnnaBella's

The light-filled, open AnnaBella's serves Italian cuisine as well as Mauritian classics. The eatery was named after Annabella Telfair, botanist and wife of Charles Telfair, the doctor and botanist who once inhabited the grounds on which the resort now stands. © Heritage Le Telfair Golf & Spa Resort

Tropical birds chirp away on the balustrades. The ambience is relaxed, yet effortlessly elegant. And the food? Delicious, all day long. In the morning, you can help yourself to the large intercontinental buffet, with Nespresso coffee and show cooking. Lunch and dinner are à la carte, with authentic Mauritian curry, but also culinary classics like penne all'arrabiata. Asking the attentive staff for recommendations is always a good idea here! 

Gin'ja

If you dine at Gin'ja, don't miss out on a selection of sushi and sashimi specialties – the fish is buttery soft, the wasabi deliciously spicy. © Heritage Le Telfair Golf & Spa Resort

Far Eastern flair with a proximity to the beach, where a campfire crackles away, you'll enjoy excellent sushi and sashimi with fresh, buttery fish from the lagoon at Gin'ja. There's a fixed menu, but other Asian dishes can be prepared on request.

Cavendish

Evenings pass quickly at Cavendish with great drinks and live music. © Heritage Le Telfair Golf & Spa Resort

The perfect spot for an aperitif or digestif, the elegant Cavendish features live music every evening alongside excellent cocktails and small bites.

Culinary event tip: La Semaine de la Gastronomie Durable
In 2022, Le Telfair hosted its first La Semaine de la Gastronomie Durable - a week of sustainable culinary arts featuring master classes and elegant lunch and dinner events with Hood and star chef Chef Christian Têtedoie. The festival is expected to be held again in the summer of 2023.

Spa & Fitness

After a Mauritian massage, the luxurious courtyard awaits with relaxation bunks, a hot tub and a bar. © Heritage Le Telfair Golf & Spa Resort

Spanning 2,000 square meters, the spa invites you to relax with authentic Mauritian treatments. The menu includes the Seven Colours Signature Massages, a series of typical Mauritian massage therapies. Recommended: The Le Telfair Signature Massage by Thémaé, which uses the wave technique. Afterwards, unwind with a glass of tea in the relaxation bunks at the resting patio with a hot tub. 

Active guests can look forward to yoga and numerous water activities – from pedal boat and glass boat rides to snorkeling and kite surfing. All Heritage Resorts also have access to the Golf Club with Le Château Golf Course, the only 45-hole golf course in the region, as well as the excellent O'Grill restaurant. La Réserve Golf Links is also scheduled to open in 2023: designed by former Open champion Louis Oosthuizen, it will be the first contemporary links course in the Indian Ocean.

Service & Amenities

The staff at Le Telfair goes above and beyond to ensure you'll have a pleasant stay. © Heritage Le Telfair Golf & Spa Resort

Upon arrival, guests are assigned a personal representative who can be reached by phone at any time. They organize restaurant bookings as well as transportation and various leisure activities.

Event tip: ALIVE Festival

Beach Party: From December 20, 2022 to January 6, 2023, Heritage Resorts will host the ALIVE Festival, where guests can dance to the sound of international DJs from Paris and Canada under palm trees on the beach.

At the ALIVE Festival in the winter of 2022/2023, international DJs will bring the beats and the vibes on the beach. © Heritage Le Telfair Golf & Spa Resort

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Heritage Le Telfair Golf & Wellness Resort
B9 Coastal Road, Bel Ombre, Mauritius
Tel.: +230 601 5500
Web: heritageresorts.mu/hotels-mauritius/le-telfair
Price: Doubles from €375 per night/person