?Barefoot Romance on one of the best beaches in the Indian Ocean? - This is how the Trou aux Biches has been described on many occasions, and it's difficult to disagree! The hotel was established as one of the first luxury hotels in Mauritius, and therefore has one of the best locations. The chalet style accommodation are scattered throughout the gardens facing the Indian Ocean. Each of the Mauritian Chalets houses three or four individual hotel rooms.

All of the bedrooms, apartments, and suites have private bathrooms with bathtub, shower and wc. There are 127 standard rooms, all set in intimate tiled or thatched Mauritian Chalets with spacious bedrooms and terrace or balconies. They are 30 sq m in size.

There are 23 superior rooms, on the ground floor, and 31 on the first floor, again they have spacious bedrooms with ensuite bathrooms with separate showers with terraces or balconies which face towards the ocean.

The type of accommodation at the Trou aux Biches which really shines are the suites. They are split level, and located close to the beach. The suites all have very large bathrooms and dressing areas, and en suite bedrooms upstairs, and a large private balcony offering unrivaled views. Downstairs there is a terrace, spacious sitting and dining room, plus a kitchenette. The most luxurious element is your valet who will tend your needs and requirements, offering the most personal of services. There are only 3 of these suites, so early booking is advised, and they are all an impressive 110sq m in size.

Finally the two bedroom family apartments are ideally located on the ground floor, in the center of the resort. There is a large master bedroom with sitting area, and a big ensuite bathroom with separate shower. The children's bedroom has an en suite shower room and a lockable entrance for a babysitter if required. They can accommodate 2 adults and 3 children.

There are three restaurants at Trou aux Biches, all offering a unique atmosphere and menu. La Caravelle is the hotels main restaurant, and has fabulous views of the Indian Ocean. It serves buffet style dining, with cooking stations for breakfast and dinner. L'Oasis is the pool side restaurant with unbeatable ocean views. In the evening the restaurant is lit by candlelight giving romantic warmth. Continental breakfast, a la carte lunch and dinner are served at this restaurant.

Finally L'Espandon is located right on the beach for ?feet in the sand dining?. The specialities are fresh seafood and lunch and dinner are served. There are two bars located at L'Oasis and La Caravelle restaurants.

If you are looking for a little pampering, Le Lotus Wellness Center offers sauna, massage, hairdresser and beautician. It's quite small though so pre booking is advisable.

If you are looking for a little more adrenaline during your stay at a luxury hotel in Mauritius, the Trou aux Biches has a number of activities at hand. There are 3 tennis courts, table tennis, volleyball and bocciball. Mountain bikes are available to hire and there is also a gym. There is an excellent range of free water sports including water-skiing, windsurfing, sailing, glass bottom boat trips, snorkeling trips, glass bottom boat, kayaks and pedal boats. Deep sea fishing and scuba diving are also available at an extra charge.

For children there is an excellent mini club which will keep them entertained and safe. The Bob Marlin Mini Club has indoor and outdoor play areas, and superb friendly staff which will make your children's holiday as memorable as yours.