Hotel Villa Anakao

We stayed at this hotel for 6 days and, unfortunately, were very disappointed with our choice. We stayed in the ocean-view bungalow. The room was old and heavily worn: the floor was scratched and damaged, the furniture was swollen from humidity and it was cracked. Everything looked outdated and poorly maintained, which made us seriously question whether rooms in such condition should still be offered to guests. The terrace access deserves a separate mention. Since many people constantly walk along the beach in front of the bungalows, the room is equipped with numerous locks “for safety reasons.” As a result, it was impossible to leave anything on the terrace — every time we left the room, even for just a few minutes, we had to move the furniture in and out. This significantly reduced comfort and negatively affected our overall experience. Internet: Wi-Fi did not work in the room at all. Internet access was only available in the main hotel building, despite Wi-Fi in rooms being advertised at the time of booking. Unfortunately, this “experience” ended with illness. The air conditioner is in a poor condition and located directly next to the bed from the right hand side, yet sleeping without it is impossible due to the heat and humidity. Opening the balcony doors is also unsafe because of unrestricted access from outside. As a result, there are simply no comfortable or safe sleeping conditions. Breakfasts were also disappointing: very monotonous, the same items every day. It was especially surprising to see such a lack of fruit variety on an island where fresh fruit is widely available. Conclusion: I do not recommend this hotel to anyone who does not want to risk their comfort, health, and overall vacation experience.

Beautiful view, friendly staff, clean, authentic, helpful, and the internet even works well sometimes. Everything you could want :)

We stayed in this colonial-style house near Port Louis and the experience was, overall, very pleasant. The setting is peaceful, with a lovely porch and a small pool perfect for cooling off, offering direct sea views. The rooms, decorated in wood, are warm and inviting. The service was excellent, especially thanks to Patricia, who helped us find excursions and activities to enjoy on the island. Being able to park on the property is also a huge plus, essential if you want to explore Mauritius freely. As for improvements, we found the breakfast to be meager and lacking in variety. And although the sea views are beautiful, there is no direct beach access. A charming accommodation with great potential, perfect for relaxing and exploring the island, with small details that could further enhance the experience.

We just spent a short time at this B&B. The colonial-style house is full of charm, and the room was decent and a good size. However, we were very disappointed by certain aspects, which we detail below. Note that we mentioned these to the staff member on site upon our departure! 1) The house dog, Zulú, is particularly active at night and barks incessantly, which is rather unpleasant. 2) The breakfast is not at all appetizing and very limited in terms of selection, a big disappointment considering the availability of fresh fruit, dairy products, and pastries on the island. 3) On Saturday evening around 9 pm, we waited over 40 minutes to be served two cocktails and one iced tea, even though we were alone on the terrace. The cocktails were neither good nor well-presented, and the staff member serving us that evening was absolutely unpleasant! Finally, we returned to our room and our terrace, where we enjoyed our own drinks. 4) To conclude, after asking reception to call us a taxi, we found the price quoted by the driver exorbitant compared to other rides we had paid for during our vacation. It wasn't until we realized the price had been set by the hotel to secure a kickback! We had to argue with the driver to get our way and ultimately pay a lower price after he called the hotel to discuss the matter. Consequently, we don't really recommend this establishment. The facilities are there, but the overall service needs serious improvement. It should also be noted that the pool isn't cleaned regularly and is therefore not inviting for swimming.

My wife and I chose Villa Anakao for our two-week honeymoon. Some might say that choosing just one place for two weeks is risky, and I agree, but it was a resounding success! We came to Mauritius wanting to visit the various beaches renowned for snorkeling, as well as go hiking. So we rented a car and decided not to repack our suitcases every three days to enjoy a more relaxed pace. This only worked if the place met our expectations, and it did! We tried the Family Bungalow and the Superior Family Suite, and they were exactly as described. The air conditioning was a welcome relief when it was hot, and the beds were made every day. The hotel setting is truly lovely (breakfast with a sea view and palm trees), and its location means that travel isn't too long for us (30 to 60 minutes on average to reach the far reaches of the island, 90 minutes maximum if you make the mistake of leaving during rush hour!). Staying in one place for the entire trip only worked if the location made getting around easy. The neighborhood isn't the most attractive, but honestly, we were getting around by car, so it wasn't a big deal. Finally, regarding the service, Patricia and Yann are absolutely wonderful. They allowed us to fully enjoy our stay and made our honeymoon truly exceptional. The entire team is very kind. The evening meals are varied, generally quite conservative with typical dishes to make the experience easier for more discerning guests, but they even offer alternative options if something isn't quite right. In our case, what they offered was excellent!

Very nice house but very average service and breakfast. A French window in our room did not open and the quality of the bathroom linen was average.

We stayed at Villa Anakao in August and had a truly wonderful experience. The staff were incredibly friendly, welcoming, and went above and beyond to make our stay comfortable. After we returned home, we realized we had accidentally left some jewellery behind in our room. The team at Villa Anakao kindly kept it safe for us and helped us arrange a courier to have it returned. A special thanks to Patricia Honiss for keeping us updated and making sure everything was handled smoothly — her help and communication were truly appreciated. I would absolutely recommend staying at Villa Anakao — it's a place where you’re genuinely looked after.

We spent a week as a family at Villa Anakao and had a wonderful stay. The room was comfortable, clean, and spacious, with a lovely terrace overlooking the garden and the sea in the background: an idyllic setting. The staff is delightful, always attentive, and the breakfasts were generous and delicious. We also had the opportunity to dine there: everything is homemade and excellent, with a special mention for the desserts 😋 Another plus: it's possible to park your car in the enclosed and secure courtyard, which is very convenient. Note: there aren't really any restaurants nearby, and the beach right next door isn't the prettiest. There isn't much to do on foot, so I recommend having a car (or arranging taxis) if you want to explore the surrounding area. From the hotel, it's easy to visit Flic en Flac beach, Tamarin beach, Port Louis, go shopping at Mall Bagatelle, visit the Vanilla Reserve, the Pamplemousses Botanical Garden, and Le Morne. In short, a fantastic experience that we highly recommend!

We are extremely disappointed with the service at this hotel. We had a reservation but were unable to come because all our belongings and passports were stolen the day before our departure during a previous trip. The hotel refuses to respond to us or offer any refund, even partial. We strongly advise against staying at this establishment, which shows no consideration for its customers and is completely unhelpful. The theft of our documents forced us to pay for repatriation and lose a significant amount of money. We are very disappointed, and to prevent this situation from happening to others, please avoid booking this hotel. It is very dishonest to charge for a service that is not provided, not even breakfast!

You can pay a little extra for a stay in a historic colonial building, and it was worth it. The building is stylish, the pool is nice, and it's clean. In short, we recommend it.