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Even by Mauritian standards, the icing sugar-white beach at The Residence is outstanding. In fact, everything about this graceful 1920s-style colonial retreat is superb.
Since it opened in 1998,The Residence has established a coveted reputation for impeccable service and flawless elegance. Dignified and airily spacious, the splendid architecture reflects overtones of the plantation era. Subtle colour schemes, antique furniture and understated luxury conjure up a sense of gracious living that harks back to a bygone era, when the level of attentive service that The Residence provides was simply taken for granted. Space is certainly not an issue here; the rooms and suites are large and all have stunning views over the gardens and ocean from generous balconies or terraces. Beige silk, creamy linen beds and palatial marble bathrooms combine with all the modern comforts sophisticated travellers demand. Best of all is the personal butler who is assigned to each room. Dusting off sandy shoes, hanging laundered clothes and any tedious chores that might impinge on one's enjoyment of life are fastidiously executed by a superb team of discreet and charming staff.
Lovers of fine food will be enchanted by the blend of traditional gastronomy and exotic local cuisine found in the hotel's restaurants. Elegant à la carte dining takes place in The Dining Room, while the dreamy oceanfront Plantation produces terrific seafood and Creole cooking to the background sounds of the whispering waves.
There are plenty of water sports and fitness activities to distract the energetic while those seeking the serenity that only really dedicated pampering can achieve will rejoice in The Sanctuary. This temple to the body beautiful uses exclusive Carita products and includes nine treatment rooms. Helping parents with the process of relaxation is a children's club with a separate swimming pool. A procession of nannies also entertain and care for children with abounding energy and enthusiasm.
All in all, The Residence is fabulous. It offers 21st century luxury with an old-fashioned sense of style that makes for an utterly beguiling and pampering combination.
Bailey Robinson
The Courtyard, Hungerford
Berkshire, RG17 0NF
t: +44 (0) 1488 689777
f: +44 (0) 1488 681973
Free Night - Saving £160 per person
Valid: 7 Januaruy - 30 April 2012
From: £1875 per person. 7 nights for the price of 6 with half board, BA flights and transfers.
This is one of our many offers, for more details please call +44 (0)1488 689 777.
