Tamassa, Bel Ombre

Mauritius, Indian Ocean

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Tamassa Room
Spa garden
Spa pool
B-Bar
Playa Restaurant
Garden of Wishes
Tamassa Room
Spa garden
Spa pool
B-Bar
Playa Restaurant
Garden of Wishes

The hotel

Nestling on the soft sands of beautiful Bel Ombre, Tamassa offers multiple activities and is ideal for both couples and young families. Radiating a playful energy, this exceptional all inclusive resort features a sleek, contemporary design with clean lines, airy spaces and modern, beautifully furnished accommodation – each with a spacious terrace or balcony facing the ocean. Surrounded by expansive tropical gardens that lead down to the gleaming white shoreline, enjoy a range of complimentary water sports or pay a little extra for scuba diving, speedboat rides and deep-sea fishing. Land-based activities also abound or take a drive along a scenic coastal road to the UNESCO World Heritage Site at Le Morne or the Black River Gorges National Park, both perfect for hiking and biking. When it comes to dining, discover the finest island-style burgers and wraps at the Chef's Truck, treat yourself to a homemade ice cream at the ice cream parlour, savour Mediterranean delights at the beachfront Playa Restaurant and enjoy buffet dishes from the open kitchen at Show Restaurant. You won't be disappointed.

Amenities

  • Bicycle Rental
  • Kayaking
  • Sailing
  • Scuba Diving
  • Snorkelling
  • Tennis
  • Kids Club
  • Teen Club
  • Families
  • Bar
  • Fitness Centre/Gym
  • Internet Access

Where is it

Set in Bel Ombre on the southwest coast of Mauritius. Transfer time from Mauritius International Airport: approximately 45 minutes. 

Hotel information

214 rooms in 3 crescents, set around the swimming pools. All sea oriented with balcony or terrace, air-conditioning, ceiling fan, flat-screen satellite TV, kettle and tea/coffee-making facilities, mini-bar*, safe and hairdryer. Tamassa Rooms with 1 queen-size bed, sleeping maximum 2 adults and 1 child/teen.

Board basis options

Half Board option: includes breakfast and dinner at Show. For guests booked in Tamassa Rooms, get a 20% discount at Playa for lunch and dinner. Discount applicable on food only

Full Board option: includes breakfast at Show, lunch and dinner at either Show or Playa. For guests booked in Tamassa Rooms, get a 20% discount at Playa for lunch and dinner. Discount applicable on food only

All Inclusive option:

- Breakfast at Show

- Lunch in restaurants and for guests in excursions picnic basket (request to be placed at the reception 24-hours in advance).

- Dinner at Show and at Playa. For guests booked in Tamassa Rooms, get a 20% discount at Playa for lunch and dinner. Discount applicable on food only.

- Drinks include a wide selection of beverages (soft drinks, tea, coffee, beers, wines, juices, mineral water, cocktails and liquors) are available. Bar service All inclusive until 11:00pm.

Room upgrades:

Superior Rooms are set within the resorts gardens and have 1 queen-size bed or twin beds, sleeping maximum 3 adults or 2 adults and 2 children.

Ocean Superior Rooms sleeping maximum 3 adults or 2 adults and 1 teen or 1 child or 1 baby.

Beach Rooms have beachfront access, iHome radio with USB music dock, and coffee plunger, with 1 queen-size bed plus rollaway bed, sleeping maximum 3 adults or 2 adults and 1 child/teen.

Tamassa Family Room feature bunk beds and a miniature bathroom, suitable for kids, sleeping 2 adults and 1 teen and 2 children, or 2 adults and 3 children or 2 children and 1 baby.

Family Suites are interconnecting, with 1 king-size bed, plus bunk beds in a separate, small air-conditioned room with its own toilet, sleeping maximum 6 adults or 4 adults and 2 teens or 2 children.

Show Restaurant (open kitchen and buffet breakfasts and dinners). Playa Restaurant (à la carte lunch and dinner on the beach). B-Bar (all-day poolside drinks and lunches, with TV screen), Burger Truck (lunchtime burgers and snacks) and ice cream parlour (open during lunchtimes).

Jalsa resort nightclub - the very first to open in the South of the island (open Wed, Sat. Opening days/hours are subject to change). Outdoor cinema (twice per week, weather permitting).

4 swimming pools, including main pool and quiet zone pool. Santosha Mindful Wellness spa* with Jacuzzi, steam room and sauna. Fitness Centre. Complimentary water sports including kayaking, sailing, snorkelling and pedal boats. Kitesurfing*. Speedboat rides*. Deep-sea fishing*. Ski tube rides*. Scuba diving*. Floodlit tennis courts (tennis balls*), beach volleyball, boules, table tennis. Billiard tables and games machines. Lawn games. Mountain bikes (including 2 short bike tours). World-class golf course close by*. TamTam kids club (3-11 years, 8:00am-11:00pm. Children under 3 years with a parent or babysitter). Studio 17 teens club (12-17 years, 8:00am-11:00pm).

Babysitting*. Laundry/dry-cleaning service*. 24-hour room service*. Complimentary WiFi within the resort.

Good general access for guests who are able to walk short distances and can manage up to six steps. For more information and contact details please check out our Special Assistance page

7 nights in Beach Rooms.

3 nights for stays over 31 Dec.

* Denotes local charge.

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Image of the Tripadvisor rating One of the most amazing resorts we've stayed at

Jul 1, 2025 SerendipityIndia New Delhi, India

Our stay at Tamassa was really amazing. We had booked two Tamassa room and the hotel upgraded us to Superior rooms, which had amazing view of the pool and a direct view of the beach (a little afar). The rooms were very spacious with an amazing bathroom and a comfortable bed. The breakfast and food options (we upgraded to half board i.e. dinner at… Read more
Our stay at Tamassa was really amazing. We had booked two Tamassa room and the hotel upgraded us to Superior rooms, which had amazing view of the pool and a direct view of the beach (a little afar). The rooms were very spacious with an amazing bathroom and a comfortable bed. The breakfast and food options (we upgraded to half board i.e. dinner at 1200 Mauritian rupees per adult per night), with a great mix of continental, Indian and Mauritian options. There was enough options for vegetarians and thus we did not struggle. The property overall is very beautiful with an amazing long beach, great facilities like boathouse (who organizes free glass bottom boat tour and snorkelling), free drinks available at beach in daytime, 3 amazing big pools and expansive grounds which our kids really loved. The staff was always very welcoming and helpful. Read less
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Jun 29, 2025 Joanna210778 Selby, United Kingdom

Had a 5 day stay booked here as a group. Upon arrival check in was slow. We were offered a shot size glass of juice and a cold towel. Due to the restaurant closing soon after our arrival we briefly went to the room to leave bags and went to eat. When we got back to the room it was clear there were many issues. A huge number of flies, blood… Read more
Had a 5 day stay booked here as a group. Upon arrival check in was slow. We were offered a shot size glass of juice and a cold towel. Due to the restaurant closing soon after our arrival we briefly went to the room to leave bags and went to eat. When we got back to the room it was clear there were many issues. A huge number of flies, blood splats on the picture above the bed, huge amount of dust, badly stained mattresses and protectors, light held together with tape, air con unit falling apart, discoloured toilet seat and ants and bugs crawling out from the bath. We rang reception and a housekeeper arrived with some fly spray. Upon showing her how bad things were she called someone else. We were then offered a ‘quick deep clean’ or we could go to another room for the night whilst they cleaned it properly and return in the morning. We were not happy about either option and asked for a new room. A guest manager arranged this for us. This room was tired in appearance but clean and problem free. It is worth noting that everyone in our group had major issues and everyone was moved to new rooms when our travel agent stepped in. The hotel also offered rum tasting and a group meal to apologise which was appreciated. The grounds are lovely and well kept. Plenty of loungers to relax around the pool or on the beach. Towels are provided and can be exchanged for clean towels at the hut near the beach. Food ok but the amount of birds in the buffet restaurant, I felt, was unacceptable. They were hopping about on tables and chairs whilst people were eating and also on the cereal at breakfast. Read less
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Jun 29, 2025 Kaveeraj K

my stay was very joyful and pleasant. Happy to resource myself The staff was very helpful and always a smile on their face to greet customers. Good moments. special thx to Justin Avishta and Pravesh at the Show restaurant
Image of the Tripadvisor rating A great stay on the south coast

Jun 27, 2025 Manu_MJ Milton Keynes, United Kingdom

Location: The hotel is on the south coast, in an area where the coral reef does create a protective swim zone. Also great for astrophotography for southern sky objects, it is probably the best location given clearer skies. Commute to airport : very scenic route Commute to north: via B102: the most beautiful sceneries you can expect My score :9 out… Read more
Location: The hotel is on the south coast, in an area where the coral reef does create a protective swim zone. Also great for astrophotography for southern sky objects, it is probably the best location given clearer skies. Commute to airport : very scenic route Commute to north: via B102: the most beautiful sceneries you can expect My score :9 out of 10 Beach: Not the greatest one on the island as unless you have protective footware, you’re highly likely to pickup foot injuries from sharp broken coral and/or volcanic rocks I’ll give it 6/10 Staff: Mostly kind and conscientious; a few do need updated training as they can come across as a little rude My score: 6/10 Amenities: Kids activity, baby sitting, water sports, gym, spa/hamam present and all well presented My score: 8/10 Eateries There are 5 options within the hotel: 1- buffet restaurant :(breakfast, lunch and dinner) Very limited in my view, hygiene not always observed (see my pic of coffee machine as an example); not value for money, staff not always polite, however a great setup with open access to garden/pool- I’ll give it 1 out of 10 2- la playa beachfront restaurant: Top quality food, extremely professional staff (won’t forget Rahul’s kindness to my daughter), extremely romantic setup, albeit a little overpriced (see pics of tiny lobster costing 2800rp, £50 approx) I’ll give it 7/10 3- burger van A cute addition to the hotel 5/10 4- bar food Typically deepfried stuff can be ordered, (chips, calamari, samosas etc) Great ambiance with the pool and live music area 6/10 5- Room service, sourced from above Great convenience , acceptable I’ll give it 5/10 Communal areas: Really well presented and well maintained I’ll give it 9/10 Hotel app A feature I haven’t come across before, very convenient and effective (can book room service, amenities, luggage collection, etc, My score :9/10 Read less
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Jun 27, 2025 bkmanju28 Gurugram (Gurgaon), India

I was disappointed in my this visit having visited earlier in 2023. RO Water is being charged at exorbitant rates . Never ever in my life saw such a practice . Veg breakfast lacked variety. The staff is cooperative but had no means to redress our grievance . The management seems to have changed since our Feb 2023 visit .