Heritage Le Telfair Golf & Wellness Resort

Mauritius, Indian Ocean

Star rating

Annabella Restaurant Reception
The Cavendish deck
Chateau de bel Ombre restaurant
Cavendish Bar
Gin’ja
Gin’ja
Millesime collection spa, Heritage Le telfair Golf and Spa Resort, Mauritius, Indian Ocean
Garden View Suite
Garden View Suite
Sea View Suite
Junior Suite
Junior Suite
Beachfront Suite
Le Palmier restaurant
Kids Club
Senior Suite
Suite
Kids Club
La Resérve Golf Links (opening December 2023)
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Annabella Restaurant Reception
The Cavendish deck
Chateau de bel Ombre restaurant
Cavendish Bar
Gin’ja
Gin’ja
Millesime collection spa, Heritage Le telfair Golf and Spa Resort, Mauritius, Indian Ocean
Garden View Suite
Garden View Suite
Sea View Suite
Junior Suite
Junior Suite
Beachfront Suite
Le Palmier restaurant
Kids Club
Senior Suite
Suite
Kids Club
La Resérve Golf Links (opening December 2023)

The hotel

Infused with the charm of its sugar plantation past, this refined hotel retains its colonial style. A member of the Small Luxury Hotels of the World, the hotel occupies a delightful setting in the Bel Ombre nature reserve, in a tropical garden through which the Citronniers River flows. Suites are spacious, decorated in 19th-century style but with an impressive range of amenities and a resident host at your service. The Seven Colours Spa is a serene haven, with treatments to harmonise body, mind and energy. There are two lovely pools including 1 adult-only heated pool (coming soon in November 2024), with access to an additional pool at C Beach Club, water sports in abundance and two nearby championship golf courses. Guests have access to 13 restaurants and eight bars across the Domaine de Bel Ombre — there's a wonderful selection of dining at Heritage Le Telfair, including Annabella’s on the banks of the river with an interactive show-kitchen, and Gin’Ja serving Pan Asian cuisine on the beach. Treat yourself to a meal at Le Chateau de Bel Ombre, an enchanting 19th-century manor house, or head to the trendy lifestyle hotspot, C Beach Club.

Amenities

  • Golf
  • Kayaking
  • Sailing
  • Scuba Diving
  • Snorkelling
  • Tennis
  • Windsurfing
  • Kids Club
  • Honeymoon
  • Bar
  • Fitness Centre/Gym
  • Internet Access

Where is it

At Bel Ombre, on the mountainous south coast, surrounded by a nature reserve. Transfer time from Mauritius International Airport: Approximately 1 hour 15 minutes. Please note that if taking a seat in coach this may be longer depending on how many hotel stops are en route.

Hotel information

158 suites on 2 floors, all with a resident host. All with air-conditioning, ceiling fan, balcony or terrace, flatscreen TV, telephone, complimentary WiFi, mini-bar*, tea-making facilities, Espresso coffee machine with three capsules, safe, hairdryer, bathrobes and slippers. Deluxe Suites with 1 queen-size bed or twin beds, plus a sofa bed, sleeping maximum 3 adults or 2 adults and 2 children.

Board basis options

Half Board option (until 31st January 2025): Dinner available at 4 restaurants without any supplement: Annabella, Le Palmier, C Beach Club and O'Grill at Heritage Golf Club (as per operating schedule). Dining in other outlets within Heritage Resorts available with a Dinner credit on Food only of (Rs 1,500 per adult, Rs 750 per teenager 12 to 17.99 years and No credit but Menu for Kid 0 to 11.99 years) per night (to be deducted from Food & Beverage bill) are: At Heritage Le Telfair: Ginja* At Heritage Awali: Infinity Blue, Zafarani (adult only restaurant), Savana and Boma At Le Chateau de Bel Ombre. Non-consumed credit cannot be redeemed.*Specific operating times apply for families with kids under 12 years old).

Half Board option (from 1st February 2025 - 31st January 2026): Dinner available at 4 restaurants without any supplement: Annabella, Le Palmier, C Beach Club and O'Grill at Heritage Golf Club (as per operating schedule). Dining in other outlets within Heritage Resorts available with a Dinner credit on Food only of (Rs 1,750 per adult, Rs 875 per teenager 12 to 17.99 years and No credit but Menu for Kid 0 to 11.99 years) per night (to be deducted from Food & Beverage bill) are:At Heritage Le Telfair: Ginja*At Heritage Awali: Infinity Blue, Zafarani and SavanaAt Le Chateau de Bel Ombre*Non-consumed credit cannot be redeemed.

Gourmet Bliss option: includes breakfast at Telfair’s main restaurant, Annabella's, or at C Beach Club. Lunch around Domaine de Bel Ombre restaurants as per operating schedules: Ginja, Le Palmier, Cavendish and La Plage (beach service) at Heritage Le Telfair, C Beach Club, Heritage Golf Club (includes either at clubhouse, a halfway snack or food & beverage cart), plus Infinity Blue, La Reserve Golf Links Restaurant and Lakaz Mama at Kazalala. Brunch every Sunday at C Beach. **Dishes with Lobster, Foie Gras, Wagyu beef, Caviar and Chef specialities are with a supplement. Afternoon tea and ice cream at the Kiosque Gourmand. Dinner around Domaine de Bel Ombre restaurants as per their operating schedules: Annabella, Le Palmier and Ginja at Heritage Le Telfair, Zafarani (adult only), Infinity Blue, Savana, O'Grill at Heritage Golf Club (as per opening days), C Beach Club and Le Chateau de Bel Ombre. Boma (weather permitting). ***Dishes with Lobster, Foie Gras and Wagyu beef are with a supplement. ***F&B Credit Rs 1,500 per person for Special evenings. Charge applies for Culinary events. Local & imported spirits, beers, soft drinks, juices & selected house wines, unlimited selected Champagne by the glass in all bars/restaurants within the Domaine de Bel Ombre, as per the operating schedule of respective bars. Beach and poolside service at Heritage Le Telfair. 24-hour room service available for selected food items only. Mini-bar (stocked with soft drinks, local beers, water, fruit juices, one red wine, one white wine, chocolate bar and snacks) - replenished once daily. Three Nespresso capsules, replenished once daily. Picnic hampers available (to be booked with your Butler 24-hours in advance).

Gourmet Bliss option also includes free access to the Sports & Fitness Centre; aquagym as per hotel schedule, unlimited green fees at Heritage Golf Club (Le Chateau Golf Course) 18-hole championship course, including a 9-hole PAR 3 course (excluding equipment and lessons). One round of golf at La Reserve Golf Links - including welcome gift, shared buggy with GPS, range balls & halfway refreshment Complimentary GPS-equipped golf cart for every round (maximum one per room per day). Only applicable at Heritage Golf Club (Le Chateau Golf Course). Wellness programme with daily selection of group activities. Land and water sports (as described on hotel’s fact sheet). Live music every night at Heritage Awali, Heritage Le Telfair, C Beach Club. Baby Timomo Club (ages 0-35 months, open seven days a week from 8.30am to 3.30pm. Baby nurses trained in first aid and childcare. Reservation required). Timomo Kids Club (3–11 years) with activities such as sport, fitness and dance classes, and educational visits. Teens' Programme (12–18 years).

Gourmet Bliss option (applicable from the 1st of February 2025 to the 31st of January 2026): includes breakfast at Telfair’s main restaurant, Annabella's, or à la carte breakfast at C-Beach club or at La Reserve or at Le Chateau Golf Club (advance booking is required). Lunch around Heritage Resorts in following restaurants/outlets: Heritage Le Telfair: Ginja, Le Palmier, Cavendish
"Beach & Pool Service”, C Beach Club. Heritage Awali: Infinity Blue. Heritage Golf Club: either at Club House, a Half way snack or Food & Beverage Cart. Restaurant at La Reserve Golf course*. Lakaz Mama Restaurant at Kaz'Alala. ***Dishes with Lobster, Foie Gras, Wagyu beef, Caviar and Chef specialities are with a supplement. Brunch every Sunday at C Beach Club. Dinner around Heritage Resorts in the following restaurants/outlets: Heritage Le Telfair: Annabella's, Le Palmier & Ginja*, C Beach Club. Heritage Awali: Infinity Blue, Savana and Zafarani. Heritage Golf Club: O'Grill Restaurant, Le Château de Bel Ombre*. *Accessible as from 12 years old and as per operating schedules. ***Dishes with Lobster, Foie Gras and Wagyu beef are with a supplement. ***F&B Credit Rs 1,750 per person for special evenings. Charge applies for Culinary events. Afternoon tea and ice cream at the Kiosque Gourmand. A Kiosk (Tiki Bar) with F&B service and snacking, located on the beach next to the Adult only zone. Picnic hampers available (to be booked with your Butler 24-hours in advance).

Gourmet Bliss option also includes free daily unlimited green fees at Heritage Golf Club (Le Chateau Golf Course), complimentary practice balls and golf cart with GPS for every round of golf (maximum of one per round per room per day). One round of golf at La Reserve Golf Links - including welcome gift, shared buggy with GPS, range balls & halfway refreshment) for every 7 nights stay, (Cumulative, i.e 2 rounds for 14 nights stay). Wellness programme with daily selection of group activities. Land and water sports (as described on hotel’s fact sheet). Live music most evenings across the resort, as per the entertainment programme.

Room upgrades

Deluxe Sea View Suites are as Deluxe Garden View Suites, but with a sea view.

Deluxe Beachfront Suites are directly on the beach or on the first floor with a balcony, with panoramic beach views and 1 queen-size bed or 2 twin beds plus a sofa bed, sleeping maximum 3 adults, or 2 adults and 2 children.

Junior Suite Garden View rooms overlook the lush gardens and river, and are on either the ground floor or first floor. With a canopy queen-size bed, sleeping maximum 2 adults and 1 infant.

Junior Suite Beachfront rooms overlook the beach and sea, from either the ground or first floor. With a canopy queen-size bed, sleeping maximum 2 adults and 1 infant.

Senior Suites are available with either garden views or sea views. With a separate living/dining area to the bedroom, a canopy queen-size bed, a dining table and sofa bed, sleeping maximum 3 adults, or 2 adults and 2 children.

Ocean Suite Beach Front rooms are on the ground floor only, with direct access to the beach. With a separate living/dining room to the bedroom, en-suite bathroom and outdoor shower. The bedroom features a canopy queen-size bed, and the living room a dining table and sofa bed. Sleeping maximum 2 adults and 2 children, or 3 adults.

Please note: a baby cot can be added on request. Children are classed as under 12 years.

New adult-only zone (available to book from 1st November 2024)

A collection of adult-only suites, located near the Serenity pool area, with added in-suite extras and resort privilages including:

- Dedicated Butler service offered within the heated pool adult-only zone

- Access to a Tiki Bar with F&B service and snacking (located on the beach next to the adult-only zone)

- Pool amenities: towels, sunglass cleaning service, fruit skewers, an ice chest (flavoured water served all day round), and an afternoon service of ice cream cups.

- Espresso machine in all suites with box of capsules replenished daily

- Free Resident host service

- A selection of in-room local infusions available to guests.

Deluxe Seaview/Deluxe Beachfront Suites with 1 queen-size bed.

Junior Suite Beachfront/Senior Suite Seaview with 1 four-poster bed.

13 restaurants and 8 bars, including those at sister hotel, Heritage Awali. Savana (buffet restaurant open for breakfast and dinner). Zafarani (adults-only restaurant, open for dinner). Infinity Blue Restaurant and Cocktail Bar (fresh seafood in a beachfront setting, open for lunch, dinner, and drinks). Boma (open air restaurant offering African show and bonfire themed evenings on selected nights). Amafrooty (daytime snack bar). Zenzi Bar (serving light bites in the day, turning into a cocktail lounge at night). Le Chateau De Bel Ombre (Mauritian cuisine in an enchanting 19th century setting). C Beach Club (poolside Mediterranean cuisine and drinks). The Club House (with views over the golf course, offering an authentic grill house experience). Annabella's (International cuisine, open for breakfast and dinner). Gin'ja (Pan-Asian fusion offering street food buffet for lunch, and a la carte options for dinner). Le Palmier (beach restaurant, specialising in seafood and local delicacies, overlooking the pool and ocean). The Cavendish Bar & Lounge (relaxed bar serving drinks, pancakes, and light meals). La Reserve restaurant.

Regular evening entertainment including theme shows, beach parties, brunches, and live music.

2 swimming pools including 1 adult-only and heated (from 1st November 2024), and use of pool at C Beach Club*. Fitness centre*. Seven Colours Spa*. Water sports* including windsurfing, kayaking, pedal boats and snorkelling. Dive centre*. Glass-bottom boat rides*. Complimentary access to 18-hole championship golf course, Heritage Golf Club (green fees apply), and complimentary green fees at Le Chateau Golf Course. La Reserve Golf Links course , the first and only contemporary links in the Indian Ocean*. Floodlit tennis courts. Beach volleyball, badminton, French bowls, archery, table tennis, darts and snooker table. Aerobics, Tai Chi and Yoga sessions. Nature Reserve*. Timomo Baby Club (ages 0-35 months) and Timomo Kids' Club (3–11 years, if potty trained) with swimming pool. Teens Programme (12-18 years). One ticket entrance per guest per stay toWorld of Seashells Museum (transfers not included). One ticket entrance per guest per stay "Les Terres des 7 Couleurs de Chamarel" until 31st January 2025 (transfers not included).

Complimentary Baby Club (0-35 months, 24-hour pre-booking is required). Blue Earth Boutique. 24-hour room service*. Concierge service. Complimentary WiFi in public areas and rooms. Babysitting service*. Laundry/dry-cleaning service*. Complimentary shuttle service within the Domaine de Bel Ombre.

5 nights from 23rd December - 6th of January.

* Denotes local charge.

Dress codes

Evening attire:

Le Château de Bel Ombre, Anabella’s, La Réserve Golf Links, O’Grill

Men are requested to wear trousers, elegant shirts, and closed shoes.

All other restaurants/bars at Heritage Resorts & Golf

To maintain the elegant ambiance of our resort, men are required to wear trousers, tailored bermudas, elegant shirts, and closed shoes (sandals are not permitted).

Daytime attire:

Le Château de Bel Ombre, La Réserve Golf Links, O’Grill

Men are requested to wear trousers, tailored bermudas, elegant shirts, and closed shoes. Sandals, sarongs, and swimwear are not permitted.

All other restaurants/bars at Heritage Resorts & Golf

Sandals, t-shirts, and sarongs are permitted. However, to maintain the elegant ambiance of our resort, guests are kindly requested to cover their shoulders and swimsuits while seated (bare chests are not permitted).

Reception, fitness centre, recreational and public areas:

Guests are requested to wear the proper attire (bare chests are not permitted).

Rating summary

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May 20, 2025 B H

We returned to this exceptional hotel after 3 years to find that the overall experience for us was even better than before (which was just after it had reopened post Covid). Apart from the brilliant service and friendliness from all the staff, to our delight there was a peaceful adults only area, with a heated pool, where, if you pressed a button… Read more
We returned to this exceptional hotel after 3 years to find that the overall experience for us was even better than before (which was just after it had reopened post Covid). Apart from the brilliant service and friendliness from all the staff, to our delight there was a peaceful adults only area, with a heated pool, where, if you pressed a button on your parasol, you could expect a member of staff to come over and take your food or drinks order! Fantastic and totally relaxing. Buggy transfers to golf courses and restaurants generally worked very well, and the standard and variety of food and beverages was excellent. The rooms were extremely well kitted out and the bed was gloriously comfortable with regularly changed fine sheets. Golfers, should note if you are not a 12 handicap or below you will find the new golf course called La Reserve (which is very impressive with fabulous views), impossible unless you want to spend the day there and lose dozens of balls in the impenetrable deep lush grass rough! My advice is not to bother looking. The other course, Le Chateau, is a little easier and more suitable for sub 18 handicaps. Less capable players should stick to the very good par 3 course at Le Chateau. All courses were in excellent condition with lightening fast greens. Overall a great stay that gave us everything we wanted, and we have already booked to return Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Poor Communication, No Sleep, and a Leaking Pipe – A Letdown from a 5-Star Hotel

May 19, 2025 maqh MAURITIUS

We booked two rooms at Heritage Le Telfair through Agoda for a one-night stay on 17th May. As our booking was on a bed and breakfast basis, we wanted to upgrade to half board. Following Agoda’s advice, we contacted the hotel using the hotel email provided — but never received a reply. We then tried reaching out to the General Manager via LinkedIn… Read more
We booked two rooms at Heritage Le Telfair through Agoda for a one-night stay on 17th May. As our booking was on a bed and breakfast basis, we wanted to upgrade to half board. Following Agoda’s advice, we contacted the hotel using the hotel email provided — but never received a reply. We then tried reaching out to the General Manager via LinkedIn (message was read but ignored) and made multiple phone calls to the hotel on the number given by agoda. Each time, the call was transferred and then cut off. Only after insisting to speak to a supervisor on our fifth attempt were we informed that many staff were working remotely, which was causing the confusion. Morever we were told this hotel has no agreement with Agda. We were then told that the best option would be to upgrade upon check-in. When we arrived at the hotel around 4 PM, our luggage was mistakenly sent to another room and only returned to us nearly an hour later — just 15 minutes before sunset, which we had been hoping to enjoy. The room we were given was directly in front of a leaking pressure pump, which not only made loud, inconsistent noises all night but was also spilling water all night. We barely managed any rest, finally falling asleep around 5 AM. To make matters worse, the next morning the hotel began repair works to fix the leak — including tree cutting with a chainsaw and constant hammering — starting at 9 AM, right outside our room and all day till we left. For a property that promotes itself as a 5-star luxury resort, this experience was deeply disappointing. Poor communication, avoidable logistical errors, and a completely disruptive environment made our stay more stressful than restful. Sadly, this stay did not reflect the quality or service one would expect from a resort of this calibre. I cannot recommend it based on our experience. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Avoid unless you enjoy all inclusive package holidays with poor service and screaming kids

May 18, 2025 Gemma H London, United Kingdom

Awful - a disgrace to Mauritius and the small luxury hotels group. Absolutely no customer service, filthy tables and dirty plates everywhere, screaming and shouting from adults and children, beach villas anything but private. Just a disaster of a resort, poorly managed, that relies on the spectacular location.
Image of the Tripadvisor rating A great stay in Heritage Le Telfair

May 16, 2025 Safari33185754517

On our first holiday to Mauritius, we walked past this hotel and knew we had to come back to the beautiful Heritage Le Telfair. It's a beautiful hotel that everyone should experience. As always, it's the people who make the difference, and this is especially true here — everyone is helpful, smiling and friendly. It's the little things that matter,… Read more
On our first holiday to Mauritius, we walked past this hotel and knew we had to come back to the beautiful Heritage Le Telfair. It's a beautiful hotel that everyone should experience. As always, it's the people who make the difference, and this is especially true here — everyone is helpful, smiling and friendly. It's the little things that matter, and we were very lucky to have Mendini as our maid. She was always smiling, the room was always perfectly clean, everything was always replenished, and she was always willing to help us. And of course there was our hostess, Heena, who took care of us throughout our stay. At Heritage, you always have a host who gives you individual attention throughout your stay, and we were fortunate to have Heena. She arranged everything, even the impossible — such as bookings at our favourite restaurants when it seemed impossible. If you want an unforgettable holiday in beautiful Mauritius, don't hesitate — we highly recommend it! Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating A disgrace to the Small Luxury Hotels of the World Collection

May 14, 2025 Luca230300

I recently had the misfortune of staying at Heritage Le Telfair and I can say without hesitation that it was one of the worst hospitality experiences I’ve ever endured. From start to finish, the visit was a complete disappointment—and shockingly below the standards one would expect from a hotel affiliated with Small Luxury Hotels of the… Read more
I recently had the misfortune of staying at Heritage Le Telfair and I can say without hesitation that it was one of the worst hospitality experiences I’ve ever endured. From start to finish, the visit was a complete disappointment—and shockingly below the standards one would expect from a hotel affiliated with Small Luxury Hotels of the World. Let’s begin with the cleanliness, or rather, the complete lack of it. The room was dusty, surfaces were sticky, and the bathroom looked like it hadn’t been properly cleaned. Towels were stained, and the sheets were questionable at best. For a hotel that claims to offer luxury, this was entirely unacceptable. The food was equally appalling—bland, overpriced, and clearly not fresh. Breakfast, which should be a highlight at any high-end hotel, was a sad selection of underwhelming options served with a side of indifference. And then there’s the service, which was, in a word, disastrous. From check-in to departure, the staff seemed irritated by even the most basic requests. Politeness and professionalism were nowhere to be found, and on several occasions, we were spoken to in a dismissive or outright hostile manner. It felt as if guests were an inconvenience rather than the reason for the hotel’s existence. This establishment does not belong in the Small Luxury Hotels of the World portfolio. It misrepresents what that label stands for—excellence, character, and a high standard of hospitality. Heritage Le Telfair was the antithesis of luxury, and I strongly urge SLH to reconsider its association with this property. Travelers looking for a refined, comfortable, and respectful stay should avoid this hotel entirely. It was an embarrassment, and I regret every penny spent there. Read less