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The Maritim Hotel is a luxurious resort hotel of the highest international standard. Its remarkable setting, overlooking the most enchanting 'Turtle Bay', and its perfect blend of tropical and colonial architecture, provide an elegant background for a sophisticated and yet totally relaxing vacation, thanks to the unequaled multitude of sports and leisure facilities available and to the truly exceptional, genuinely friendly nature of its ever smiling Mauritian staff.
Situation
The hotel lies on a 25 hectare private estate known as Balaclava along Turtle
Bay (between Port Louis and Grand Baie) on the north-west coast, which is
the sunniest region of Mauritius.
The distance to the airport is 60 km (45 min), to Port Louis 12 km (15 min)
and Grand Baie 12 km (15 min). New trunk roads provide easy access to the
hotel.
The estate
'Balaclava' is a historical estate dating back to the 18th century, with a
fascinating natural scenery. On the northern border flows Rivière Citron,
over dams and cascades into a shallow lagoon flanked by lust tropical vegetation.
Mysterious ruins, remain to be explored as witnesses of the colonial times.
Walkways and footpaths allow for long walks through the luxuriant garden of
the estate with its magnificent views over the most picturesque mountain range
in Mauritius.
Beach
& sea
'Turtle Bay' is the first Marine National Park in Mauritius with well preserved
underwater life. There are excellent snorkeling grounds right off the beach.
The white sandy beach in front of the hotel is about 1000m long and protected
by a coral reef. The bay provides excellent conditions for all kind of water
sports.
Accommodation
All 180 rooms are in the 2 wings stretching from the main building in a slightly
elevated position overlooking the bay. All room have sea view.
Room facilities : Terrace or balcony, Telephone, Bath with shower, w.c and
hair-dryer, Mini-bar, Air-conditioning, Computer safes, TV with in-house video
and radio.
147 Comfort Rooms : 28 sqm including balcony or terrace, equipped with double
or twin beds.
29 Deluxe Rooms : 33 sqm including balcony or terrace, bathrooms with bidet.
4 Suites : 78 sqm including balcony or terrace, bedroom with private bathroom,
lounge and dining area, guest bathroom, safe, large balcony or verandah.
Restaurants
'Belle Vue', Main Restaurant : 490 sqm Terrace restaurant on split levels
under an expansive thatched roof. Excellent view over the pool and the sea
from all tables. 260 covers. Breakfast Buffet with an extensive selection
of hot and cold dishes, home-made bread, tropical fruits, cereals, pastries,
etc.., Dinner 5 times weekly different buffets or barbecues. On the other
days, table d'hôte menus with several choices for the various courses. Vegetarian
meals available.
'Mon Désir', Gourmet Restaurant : 140 sqm Monday - Saturday, evenings only
A la carte restaurant of the highest standard ; international delicacies ;
air-conditioned. 50 covers. Guests on half-board receive a credit of RS 400.-
each
'La Marée', Beach Restaurant : 106 sqm Open 6 days per week. Seafood specialities
and other grillades. Guests on half-board receive a credit of RS 400.- each.
Bars
Quarter Deck Main bar, right on the sea with incredible view over the whole
bay.
Distinct 'maritime' atmosphere. Snack menu during the day.
Beach Bar : Nicely situated amidst the palm trees, on the beach front. Drinks,
snacks and grills during the day.
Sports
Maritim Hotel offers the most extensive variety of sports facilites.
Daily activities include games and competitions such as beach-volley, petanque,
table-tennis, water-polo and football. Except where otherwise specified, all
sports equipment are free of charge.
GOLF : A 9 hole (par 29) golf course, designed by Graham Marsh and Atam Mohun.
Each hole can be played from 2 different tees. Driving range and putting green.
Golf-pro available for individual lessons, beginners and advanced courses.
No green fee for residents. Clubs rental : Rs 250.- per set GYM Located in
the 'Tropical Heat Club', right on the beach. Fitted out with a selection
of modern equipment.
HORSE RIDING : Open from Monday to Saturday, the stables and the corral are
on the upper part of the property. There are 8-12 horses and ponies. Horse-riding
is available against a minimal fee.
TENNIS : 3 bitumen courts. All courts have floodlights. Rackets available
from the hotel free of charge.
WATER SPORTS : Boat-House Open daily : 09.30 - 12.30 hours 14.00 - 17.00
hours Full equipped for all kind of water sports Water sports are completely
free of charge and are not subject to any time limits. Collective lessons
for skiing and wind-surfing are also free.
Activities and Facilities : Water-skiing, wind-surfing, sailing (Hobbie-cats
& Lasers), canoeing, pedaloes, glass-bottom boat trips, snorkelling.
Diving Centre Open daily, except Saturday The centre is fully equipped to
take 10 divers on 2 dives per day. Equipment includes tanks, regulators, masks,
snorkels, fins, weight bells, wet-suits and stabilizing.
jackets. The cost per dive is approximately Rs 600.- The Diving Centre also
offers the following, for a reasonable fee : Refresher courses Resort courses
Night dives CMAS courses (1 and 2 stars).
The Turtle Club Open daily from 09.00 - 16.00 hours
A small club-house consists of a games and TV-room, toilets and a verandah
where hostesses take care of children 03 - 12 years. Games, toys, children
videos, etc. Children's play ground. Daily children's programs.
Baby-sitting - Baby-sitters are available on request (24 hours' notice) against
a small fee.
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