From Mauritius to the Maldives: eight LUX* resorts to recommend to clients in 2026

LUX* Resorts & Hotels are ideal for couples, friends, solo travellers and families, and each resort has its own personality and unique offerings. A common thread running across all the properties are the LUX* concepts, such as in-house spa brand LUX* Me, that offers a range of holistic wellness treatments for adults, teens and children. Cafe LUX* serves excellent barista-made coffee throughout the day and night, while the Beach Rouge beach club and restaurant always features a red tint in the interior design, that illuminates the venues at sunset.

Guests can also expect pop-ups, surprises and lighthearted experiences to make their holiday even brighter, such as outdoor screenings at Cinema Paradiso, and the ‘Message in a Bottle’ treasure hunt, where the gold could be a complimentary treatment in a LUX* Me spa or dinner for two. 

With so much to offer clients, here are eight resorts to have on your radar for 2026: 

LUX* Le Morne, Mauritius

Framed by the Unesco World Heritage Site Le Morne mountain in the south-west of Mauritius, LUX* Le Morne delivers romance and charm against the setting of a stunning white sand beach. All accommodation options feature a fresh beach bungalow design, with crisp linens, white shutters, standalone bathtubs and tropical showers, as well as an inviting sundeck. Sunset Junior Suites sleep two adults and are ideal for couples and solo travellers and the resort’s Prestige Junior Suites and Family Suites offer more space and comfortable living, all embracing a stunning tropical Mauritian view.

Like its sister resorts, LUX* Le Morne also offers a range of excursions and experiences. Couples can be driven in a 4x4 to Le Morne Brabant mountain for a romantic golden hour stargazing session with champagne. For something unique, suggest breakfast in the resort's wooden treehouse, that is perched in the Indian Almond tree by the seashore. Like its sister properties LUX* Le Morne operates a number of sustainable initiatives, including being a zero-food waste resort.

LUX* Grand Gaube, Mauritius

For families and clients wishing to explore their creative side, look no further than the Kelly Hoppen-designed LUX* Grand Gaube in northern Mauritius. It has a wealth of creative entertainment for guests – in the ‘Hug Me Honey’ experience clients visit and learn about the resident bees and their hives to make their own honey scrub or cocktail, while those wanting to explore their artistic side should head to GAIA, that was unveiled in the summer as Mauritius’ first in-hotel pottery studio. Younger guests can also enjoy the modern kids' club. 

As one of the larger LUX* resorts from a footprint perspective, it's surrounded by lush tropical gardens and offers two tranquil beaches and two pools, as well as an entire adults-only area complete with a stunning backdrop of ancient Banyan trees and a treehouse Rum shack, ensuring the perfect balance of recreation and relaxation in a beautiful location.

LUX* Grand Baie, Mauritius

The new generation boutique-style LUX* Grand Baie promises modern and elegant interiors and striking architecture, with a host of creative culinary offerings. It's located on one of the island’s best beaches, facing the sheltered turquoise lagoon in the heart of Grand Baie. A resort highlight and experience features an award-winning fitness centre complete with Muscle Up on The Roof fitness facility and the Forbes Five Diamond awarded LUX* Me spa, featuring a hydrothermal journey. Among the four pools is the Indian Ocean’s first-ever outdoor rooftop infinity pool: a perfect place to relax and enjoy gorgeous views with a cocktail in hand – a truly Instagrammable location. The resort offers a wide array of weekly wellness classes, a group cycle studio, numerous water-based activities and two Olympic-sized running tracks, as well as a fully celebrated kids club along with an uber-cool space for teens. 

LUX* Belle Mare, Mauritius

LUX* Belle Mare on the east coast of Mauritius provides a luxury tropical getaway for families. There are clubs for kids and teens that provide entertainment and cultural activities, while the sizeable LUX* Me spa also caters to younger guests with signature treatments. There are six restaurants serving up a variety of cuisines to suit even the fussiest members of the family, and babysitting services can also be booked. LUX* Belle Mare has very recently been awarded 5-star luxury status, marking the resort as one of Mauritius’ finest.

LUX* South Ari Atoll, Maldives

For a luxurious all-inclusive experience in the Maldives, LUX* South Ari Atoll is the place to be. The resort comprises 11 types of villas and bungalows, including overwater options and those by the beach and pool, with the majority boasting private pools. Restful rejuvenation is at the forefront here, with the LUX* Me spa boasting a Forbes five-diamond award for its service. Families are well looked after and for little guests, the kids club is the place to while away balmy Maldivian days. 

LUX* South Ari Atoll is surrounded by four kilometres of beach and an extensive lagoon that's home to an array of multi-coloured fish. Guests may be lucky enough to spot a whale shark, that are native to this part of the Maldives and reside in waters nearby

LUX* Marijani, Zanzibar 

LUX* hotels aren’t just located in the Maldives and Mauritius – there is also LUX* Marijani in Zanzibar that opened in summer 2023 on the island's tranquil north-east coast. The resort features Omani-style architecture with a Swahili coastal feel. Powdery white sand and swaying coconut palms offer a truly stunning outlook, iconic to Zanzibar’s charm – a perfect hideaway for couples and families alike.

The Lux Collective 

LUX* Resorts & Hotels are operated by global hospitality group The Lux Collective, that was founded in 2011 and now boasts resorts across Mauritius, the Maldives, Reunion Island, Zanzibar and China, with upcoming openings in Vietnam, Botswana and the UAE. Its other brands include SALT Resorts, Tamassa Resorts and Socio. Here are two other Mauritian resorts to highlight to customers in 2026: 

SALT of Palmar, Mauritius

This adult-only boutique hotel is perfect for clients who appreciate good design, fantastic food and everything local. Located on the tranquil east coast of Mauritius with a stunning beach it's ideal for solo travellers, couples and groups of friends who are looking for peace and relaxation with a twist. Food offerings are sublime, along with sundowner cocktails enjoyed at the rooftop cocktail bar. 

Tamassa Bel Ombre, Mauritius

Adventurous couples and young families will appreciate Tamassa Bel Ombre. This all-inclusive beachfront getaway is surrounded by lush sugarcane fields and spectacular mountains, and all of the accommodation options are orientated towards the ocean. A range of excursions include road trips and camping in a private location, and guests can join gardening and cookery workshops, or enjoy a treatment in the Santosha spa.