I to get a lot of emails asking me to try new products or visit new places. 95% of them are politely declined but, sometimes, something really special comes in. So, when I was asked if I’d like to go to Mauritius to experience the luxurious 5-star Constance Belle Mare Plage Hotel and play in the Legends Tour event pro-am, it was a fairly quick decision – Indian Ocean, here I come!
I’ve been lucky enough to have visited many wonderful golf resorts around the world, indeed I’ve been to a few others in Mauritius, but I can safely say that the experience at Belle Mare Plage is right up there with the very best.
Firstly, a few practical things. From the UK we were able to fly directly from London to Mauritius. It’s then about an hour to the hotel. There are other ways of doing it – flying through Johannesburg or the UAE are both options – but the direct flight is very helpful.
Secondly, we were there in December and, apart from one short sharp shower, the weather was good. Sunny, warm days and balmy nights. With its all-year-round delightful climate, there’s never really a bad time to go to Mauritius!
So what is it about the hotel that I liked so much?
Well, the accommodation is excellent. Rooms are strung out in small, thatched blocks along the gorgeous sandy beaches. That means that your room will only ever be a short stroll from the beach. Even the entry-level rooms have great views. They are spacious, with a balcony equipped with two loungers.
Post covid, a lot of hotels seem to have abandoned room servicing. Maybe they clean your room every 3 or 4 days if you’re lucky. Well there are no such worries here. The standard of room servicing was exemplary, and even included a great turn-down in the evening too.
In fact, it was the service generally which really elevated the experience Constance Belle Mare Plage.
Staff seemed genuinely happy to help, and nothing was too much bother for them. Some hotels have a veneer of excellence but as soon as you scrape away at it, the substance lets you down. Not so here. Every request was fulfilled and always in a really nice way. This aspect of our stay really stood out.
When it comes to relaxation, there are plenty of spots to lie back and take it easy. We spent a lot of time at the ‘quiet’ pool close to our room. With very attentive pool service, no-one trying to do conference calls from the poolside and lovely warm water, it was a great spot to spend time. There are three other pools on the site, with various different levels of activity, so there is something for everyone.