The Ravenala Attitude ★★★★

Opening its doors on the 12th of October 2015, The Ravenala Attitude is a brand new hotel nestled between the Citron River and the vast Atlantic Ocean. Set throughout huge tropical gardens and fronted by white sand beaches with a backdrop of majestic mountains, this exotic hotel boasts an authentic ambiance and all together envy-inducing retreat. Offering an extensive range of services, suites, culinary experiences and activities, it’s ideal for families, groups, couples, single travellers or whoever else is in need of a relaxing break.

After a tiring journey, you’ll arrive at this shiny new land of paradise feeling like a true conqueror, ready to unveil the many mysteries hiding behind the gleaming white façade. Enter into the pristine hotel and you’ll be greeted by a minimalist but elegant décor – a mélange of colonial heritage and contemporary design with a genuine Mauritian ‘art de vivre’ feel. Tropical printed fabrics add splashes of colour to the neutral colour scheme, making you instantly fall in love with the laidback charm of this mysterious island.

All the suites have been entirely renovated to ensure pure relaxation. Refined and uncluttered, they reflect the island’s simple way of life. But don’t worry, they’re all equipped with modern facilities including high-speed Wi-Fi, air conditioning and a plasma TV. Relax on your private balcony, listening to the soothing sound of the ocean waves crashing against the shore.

Once installed, you’ll be desperate to discover the infinite number of activities the hotel has to offer. If you came seeking adventure, head down to the beach and have a go at wind surfing, scuba diving, banana boating, water skiing or parasailing. If you fancy a game with the friendly locals, try beach volley, tennis or pétanque. After all that exercise, it must be time for a bit of guilt-free relaxation. Lying on a sun lounger whilst sipping a cocktail by the pool, you’ll start to realise what the fuss was all about on this luxurious island. For a bit more pampering, head to the spa where the care rituals are based on natural elements found in Mauritius: sea, sun and plants. Here you’ll be offered a range of treatments including individual massages, couple treatments with private whirlpool baths, vichy showers, hydrotherapy and traditional hammam. Finish the session off in the relaxation lodge before wandering to the restaurant for some tasty treats.

With more than ten restaurants with different types of cuisine to choose from, you can be in Mauritius one night, Italy the next, India the following night and so on. For a completely chilled out atmosphere, we recommend going to a beach barbeque, a tradition that local families can’t get enough of. You’ll also have the opportunity to have a genuine home cooked meal made for you in a local home. And the night isn’t over yet… Ravenala has six different types of bar including a tapas bar, a night club, a pool bar and even a piano balcony bar – the perfect place to enjoy a few glasses of wine and think about the possibilities that tomorrow could bring.

The new Otentik Attitude programme lets you immerse yourself in exciting cultural experiences from cooking classes and heritage tours to local market visits. Wander round the colourful stalls of the traditional bazaar and learn about local crafts… whether it’s a wicker basket or a homemade jam, you’re bound to find a souvenir which you simply can’t resist.

Each morning you’ll wake up from a peaceful night sleep, look out the window and remind yourself you’re not still dreaming. Staying at The Ravenala Attitude is like staying in a secluded corner of paradise which will provide you with memories to last a lifetime.