One&Only Le Saint Géran Hotel, Mauritius, Africa

One&Only Le Saint Géran Hotel, Golf Club & Casino is located on the East Coast of Mauritius, a tropical paradise situated in the Indian Ocean.

At One&Only Le Saint Géran, Mauritian influences reign supreme. The resort’s relaxed and discreet luxury is complemented by service that is attentive, yet unobtrusive. Here, terraced and balconied rooms all face out privately to the Indian Ocean. Under the calm sway of thousands of coconut palms, 60 acres of beautifully landscaped grounds take in tropical gardens, pools and beaches. With sensuous health and beauty treatments, golf, tennis and water sports, One&Only Le Saint Géran always fulfils the promise of its timeless reputation.

Accommodation

Suites are handsome spaces of fine proportion, offering vistas of the deep blue of the Indian Ocean. All suites feature a private terrace facing either the ocean or cove, or a door opening onto a tropical garden. Spacious bathrooms are beautifully appointed, with great cascading showers. All guests have personalised 24-hour butler service.

Exquisite taste and grand opulence seamlessly blend with state-of-the-art technology within One&Only Le Saint Géran's 162 suites and one villa. Panoramic windows seem to magically bring the azure sea and lagoon close enough to touch. Beds are covered with Egyptian cotton sheets, piled high with goose down pillows. Every piece of hand selected furniture along with the artful colours of Indian Ocean spices contribute to the suites’ gentle ambience.

Junior Suite - with Dutch and French colonial influences, eclectic European comfort and style characterise One&Only Le Saint Géran's 148 Junior Suites. From the terrace, the view extends over the contrasting white sands and deep blue of the sea and the lagoon, while the interior, dominated by a soft King-size bed or two Queen-size beds, is both intimate and romantic. The dressing room provides ample space to store belongings, while the bathroom includes a dual vanity unit, private toilet, a roomy shower, large bath and special lighting.

117 Junior Suites, King-size beds (65m2/700ft2 including balcony/terrace)
31 Junior Suites, Queen-size beds (70m2/753ft2 including balcony/terrace)
Maximum occupancy: Two adults and two children up to 12 years or one extra adult.

Ocean Suite - each spacious Ocean Suite has a separate roomy lounge, private dining room and two secluded terraces lead off the sumptuous master bedroom with King-size bed. Inside, plush upholstered sofas offer comfortable seating, while the draped curtains and sliding shutters frame the grand bay windows. The large bathroom includes a dual vanity unit, private toilet, a roomy shower, large bath and special lighting.

The Villa - the Villa reigns supreme with its relaxed and discreet luxury, private swimming pool and separate entrance. A team of valets, butler and chef are constantly on hand.

With two spacious bedrooms, The Villa is hidden in a peaceful corner of the estate. Reminiscent of a classical island home, The Villa boasts clear views of the Indian Ocean over a private swimming pool and spacious terrace. The master bedroom has a magnificent four-poster bed, and the second bedroom features two Queen-size beds. Each of the two bathrooms have cascading shower, whirlpool bath and his and her vanity. A fully-fitted kitchen and spacious living/dining room equipped with premium quality china, crystal and silverware are ideal for entertaining a small group or for a private romantic dinner.

(622m2/6,695ft2 including the balcony/terrace)
Maximum of 6 persons.

Amenities

Every suite at One&Only Le Saint Géran is a welcoming sanctuary of sumptuous comfort, blending authentic Mauritian charm with contemporary amenities. Relaxing aromas, tranquil lighting, mesmerizing music and the finest bed and bath linens the world has to offer touch all of the senses… while creature comforts are attended to with a host of thoughtful amenities and services.

*Multi-media entertainment systems
*Satellite TV with DVD/CD player
*Broadband Internet access
*State-of-the-art voice and data lines
*Egyptian cotton sheets
*Pillow menu
*Generously sized bath and cascading shower
*Mist-free mirrors
*Exotic bath salts
*Choice of bathrobes - terry towelling or a lighter ‘cote de cheval’ fabric
*Hairdryer

Service

From the attentive yet discreet services of a personal butler, to the welcoming smiles discovered at every turn in a restaurant, at the spa, by the pool or on the golf course, the comfort and care of each guest is attended to with a genuine thoughtfulness.

*Personalised 24-hour butler service
*Welcome cocktail
*Fresh fruit of choice, delivered daily
*Bath menu
*Twice daily maid service

Sports/Activities

A morning scuba dive? Putting with the golf pro on the Gary Player designed golf course, or honing skills at the Peter Burwash International Tennis Club? From aerobics and yoga to beach volleyball and water-skiing, Le Saint Géran offers a wide array of activities. Enthusiastic and highly trained staff attend to the specific interests of each guest. And children are cared for in the enriching and engaging KidsOnly club.

Guests also have access to the activities and facilities at One&Only Le Touessrok, the resort’s sister property located 20 minutes away via complimentary shuttle service.

Activities such as badminton, volleyball, mini-football, bocciball, tennis, croquet, table tennis and beach soccer. Cross-island bicycle rides and horse riding offer enriching personal exploration of the pure beauty discovered on Mauritius. Many more activities and sports available.

Local attractions

Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam Botanical Garden - With over 8,000 specimens of 800 different species of palms and plants encompassing 37 hectares, the Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam Botanical Garden is well worth a visit.

L’Aventure du Sucre - Discover the fascinating role of Mauritius’ sugar cane history on the island at this interactive exhibition located in the centre of a restored factory.

Chamarel - An interesting geological attraction, commonly referred to as Seven Coloured Earth, Chamarel features an undulating ground of varied coloured sand, swirled with patches of blue, green, red, purple and yellow earth, apparently caused by the weathering of volcanic rocks. The nearby Chamarel waterfall emerges from the moors and primeval vegetation and is startlingly beautiful.

Dining

At One&Only Le Saint Géran, dining is an experience of gastronomic world discovery and delight, worthy of all senses. With recognition as the Best Hotel in the World for Food in the 2005 Conde Nast Traveller (UK) Readers’ Awards, guests at the resort can expect a culinary experience that is the pick of Mauritius, and far beyond imagination.

Guests of One&Only Le Saint Géran also have the opportunity to enjoy the wide array of unique culinary experiences at nearby One&Only Le Touessrok's six restaurants and bars.

There are 3 different restaurants guests can choose from, Spoon des Îles which offers guests the option of fine dining creation of world-renowned Michelin-Star chef Alain Ducasse. La Terrasse is surrounded by the pool and overlooking the Indian Ocean, La Terrasse offers an eclectic variety of local and international specialities. Paul et Virginie Overlooking the boathouse and green sugarcane-clad mountains, guests enjoy cocktails and a selection of fresh fish, seafood, authentic Mauritian dishes and delicate pizzas.

Spa and Fitness

Acclaimed internationally as a rejuvenating destination spa, the resort received the 2005 Best Overseas Hotel Spa award from the readers of Conde Nast Traveller (UK). With its sublime pampering and holistic approach of its Givenchy Spa and state-of-the-art fitness facilities, guests are enveloped in programmes of renewal that both energise and calm.

Honeymooners

For stays between 13 January-1 April and 14 April-31October 2007, 25% off the bride’s room cost plus 1 pareo, 1 t-shirt, 1 bottle of sparkling wine, fruit on arrival and a candle-lit dinner for 2 at Barlen’s restaurant. Offer only available for Deluxe rooms and Junior Suites and guests must show certificate (on arrival) verifying wedding was conducted within 6 months.

Rates

	6 nights Ex.Perth	6 nights Ex. Sydney/Melbourne	Extra Nights
Junior Suite - inclusive of breakfast
22 December 07 - 11 January 08	$10,971	$11,549	$1527
12 January - 31 January 08	$6457	$7038	$775
01 February - 13 March 08	$6077	$6498	$775
14 March - 31 March 08	$6818	$7238	$898
01 April - 30 September 08	$4394	$4815	$495
01 October - 31 October 08	$6077	$6498	$775

Quoted per person based on twin share. Includes return Economy airfares flying Air Mauritius (T class), accommodation and meals as specified, seat and coach transfers.

Half board supplement (breakfast and dinner) add $97 per person per day. All guests receive a "Privilege Card" offering a vast range of discounts/benefits for sports, health, beauty, shopping etc.  Other room types are available upon application.

Upgrade Option

	Business Class	First Class
Low Season	$1007.00 per person	$1770.00 per person
High Season	$1007.00 per person	$1832.00 per person

Rates are subject to availability and change