LOCATION Pointe aux Canonniers

Concealed behind huge oak doors, in an coconut grove surrounded by private estates, is the hide-away of one of the best kept secrets of Mauritius, hotel 20°Sud (20°South), the first "boutique" hotel on the island; a small haven of luxury in a truly charming environment and tropical setting.
It has a privileged position on the waterfront in the north west of the island, overlooking Grand Baie, the little "St Trop" of Mauritius.
The decor of this petit bijou property is exclusively by the Belgian interior designer FLAMANT HOME INTERIORS. The rooms have specially selected furnishings and antiques, creating an intimate "home from home" atmosphere. Each bedroom is different, in keeping with the intimacy and exclusivity of the boutique hotel concept.
This charm and refinement evokes a feeling of being in a world apart, and inspires a club environment.
Small, charming and refined; it is evident that such hotels exist elsewhere in the world. But not in Mauritius, this is the only one, reminiscent of the Moroccan Riads and certain small hotels in Provence. This hotel is unique!

ACCOMODATION
Hôtel 20°Sud (20°South) has 27 rooms and 2 suites, each has sea view, and some of the beachfront rooms are less than 10 metres from the water. The accommodation is divided into 3 categories, all of which have rooms located on both ground and first floors:
 Charm Rooms
 Beachfront Rooms
 Suites
All have air-conditioning and either a beautiful terrace or balcony with views to the sea, on which to relax. The tasteful furniture includes queen size beds, and every room is equipped with flat screen LCD TV, free ADSL WIFI Internet access, minibar, hairdryer, personal room safe and coffee/tea maker.
The "beachfront" rooms and the suites are equipped with a Nespresso machine. Each has en-suite bathroom with stand-alone bathtub, separate double shower and a toilet. The 2 suites have also an external Jacuzzi.
Reminiscent of times gone by, no two rooms are the same. The blend of antiquities and furnishings sourced for this hotel by the Belgian interior designer FLAMANT, particularly harbour an atmosphere of warmth, and unique personal touch.
The preserve of beautiful dreams...

THE RESTAURANT
The restaurant is 15 metres from the waters edge with a terrace almost touching the beach. Guests dine beside the sea while the night air is filled with sound of soft music emanating from the pianist playing the grand piano in the library.
Cuisine of superb quality is prepared, under the direction of a talented local chef, and created principally from the finest of the island’s local produce. Guests may take their breakfast either in the restaurant or in their rooms, anytime between 7am and 7pm.
At lunchtime guests may choose between an à la carte menu or a light snack such as a delicious salad or plate of carpaccio.
In the evening, although guests may be on demi pension, the restaurant nevertheless offers a full menu with a choice of the best fishes on the island, meat and vegetarian, and additionally each evening the chef proposes his special menu of the day.
Dining is also possible on board the MS Lady Lisbeth : she is the oldest motor boat in Mauritius (1930), completely rebuilt under the supervision of Michel, the owner of 20°Sud. Every evening, she will depart with a maximum of 8 guests for a very private and exclusive dining cruise inside the bay.

THE INFRASTRUCTURE
Hôtel 20°Sud (20°South) is geographically on a premier site enjoying the most sunshine, set beside the turquoise sea at Pointe Malartic, between Pointe aux Canonniers and Grand Baie. Nestled at the mouth of the bay, it faces east, with a light breeze that is most welcome in the summer.
Although nearby to the village of Grand Baie, the little ‘St Trop’ of Mauritius, the hotel is secluded within private estates and accessible only by a small road used for local residential traffic.
The hotel overlooks the huge bay, sheltered from the waves and with a continual light breeze all year round, making it a perfect location for windsurfers and catamaran lovers. In fact, it is a paradise for sailing in all its forms, such as putting a Hobbie Cat through its paces, or trying out the new generation of sail board; equally, guests may book an instructor, preferably from May to October in order to have the best wind. The nearby islands to the north of Coin de Mire, Ile Ronde and Ile Plate are ideal for picnics, diving and snorkelling excursions.
As the hotel is situated at the entrance to the bay, experienced surfers and sailors pass nearby on the water, while beginners may satisfy their new found passion closer in the bay.
Guests inclined towards less energetic pursuits, may be more tempted by the hotel’s beautiful swimming pool and spa.

LEISURE OPTIONS
Swimming pool (warmed in winter), small private beach, windsurfing, Hobbie-cat, Laser, snorkelling, waterskiing, sea kayaks, glass bottom boat, library and board games. complementary Internet (wifi)...