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Behind a vast oak door, near Grand Baie in the north of the island, is 20° Sud – an elegant boutique hotel set in an old coconut grove. Privately-run, the hotel has 28 bedrooms and six suites – all air-conditioned and individual in style – with Belgian-designed, shabby-chic interiors and bathrooms equipped with both a shower and a bath. For those who value their privacy we recommend booking one of the suites, which are slightly removed from the main action. A far cry from some of the island’s brash and modern resorts, 20° Sud offers civilised living at its best; afternoon tea, complete with superb cakes and pastries, is served each day and a 12+ age policy ensures a haven of peace. In addition to the main restaurant, the M/S Lady Lisbeth, a beautiful 55-foot launch embarks on nightly gastronomic cruises. And it's worth noting that the food is superb across the board. Drag yourself away from the freshwater swimming pools (the main one can feel a bit busy at times, surrounded by restaurant, bar and rooms), visit the small private beach and tranquil gardens, plus there are bikes, dinghies and windsurfers to hire, daily snorkelling trips and a free shuttle across the water to Grand Baie. The staff at 20° Sud also deserve a mention — they are attentive and friendly throughout. All in all a slice of low-key luxury in a fabulous location.
Beach Life
Romantic Break
On the beach
Restaurant
Foodies
Cycling
Watersports
Sailing
Fishing
Other Activities
Spa
Close to nightlife
Private Hot Tub
Rooms with balcony/terrace
On an island
Restrictions on children
Yoga
Barefoot Luxury
Full of character
Good wine list
Traditional
Boutique
Golf
Chic
Kayaking
Diving
Wellbeing
Owner managed
Windsurfing
Charming
Luxury
Intimate
Romantic
Views
Rooms
36 rooms in this hotelRestaurant
L’Explorateur serves an a la carte menu, the beach bar La Voile serves day time snacks, and there is fine dining on Lady LisbethPrivate dining room
Magical dinners on board M/S Lady Lisbeth, the oldest motorboat on the islandSwimming Pool
Some suites have a private pool, plus there is a communal pool for all guestsSpa
Secret Spa by 20 Degrés Sud promises rejuvenating treatmentsPrivate Hot Tub
Some suites have private outdoor hot tubsRooms with balcony/terrace
All bedrooms and suites have terracesRestrictions on children
Children over 12 are welcomedParking
Bar
Airport transfer
Walking distance restaurants
Outdoor dining
Wifi
Bath robes
No pets
Bicycle hire
Billiard/pool table
Good wine list
Laundry
Garden
Sitting Room
Room service
Suites
Concierge
Satellite / Cable TV
Air conditioning
Views
Games room
Safe
Cycling
Watersports
Sailing
Fishing
Other Activities
Close to nightlife
Yoga
Golf
Kayaking
Diving
Windsurfing
Originally published by The Telegraph
Originally published by Sunday Times
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