LUX* Le Morne: Sustainable Beachfront Luxury on Mauritius' Sun-Kissed West Coast
64 Deluxe Rooms | 85 Junior Suites | 15 Family Suites | 6 Restaurants | 5 Pools | 1 Spa
LUX* Le Morne, a chic and serene boutique resort nestled at the foot of Le Morne mountain in Mauritius, epitomizes the essence of mindful, luxurious island living. Renowned for its breathtaking sunsets and idyllic beach, this boutique resort invites you to immerse yourself in an environment where barefoot luxury meets sustainable living.
With a prime location on the island's west coast, LUX* Le Morne overlooks a breathtaking lagoon. The resort is designed with a chic palette of neutral tones, natural materials, and an abundance of tropical plants, thanks to the vision of renowned Mauritian architect Jean-Marc Tang. This design ethos creates a space that is both luxurious and in harmony with its natural surroundings.
The accommodations at LUX* Le Morne, ranging from Superior Rooms to various categories of Junior Suites, are ingeniously designed to offer a meditative and escapist experience. The rooms and suites feature crisp linens, woven rugs, white shutters, and stunning wallpapers, along with standalone matte white bathtubs, tropical showers, and sundecks for ultimate relaxation. Every detail, from the cleverly designed dressing rooms to the modern bathrooms stocked with LUX* toiletries, is thoughtfully curated to enhance the guest experience.
Culinary experiences at LUX* Le Morne are diverse and exquisite. The resort's six dining venues range from the innovative EAST, a Thai restaurant that tailors its menu to each guest's palate, to options offering fresh seafood and local delicacies. Each meal is an adventure, a journey through flavors and traditions, carefully curated to delight the senses. Their Zero Food Waste initiative reflects the resort's commitment to sustainability, making it a perfect choice for environmentally conscious travelers. All restaurants offer local, vegan, raw and vegetarian dishes.
Mindful travel is a cornerstone of the LUX* Le Morne experience. The resort's sustainability initiatives include a pioneer stance in the Zero Food Waste movement, a membership in the IT MUST BE NOW community, a keen focus on green dining options, a no single-use plastic policy, and water-saving measures. These efforts solidify its position as a leading sustainable hotel, aligning luxury with responsibility towards the planet.
The resort is not just a haven for relaxation but also a hub for various activities and experiences. Guests can indulge in complimentary water sports, explore the nearby Le Morne mountain, visit the Black River gorges, engage in kitesurfing, or observe dolphins in their natural habitat. For those who prefer a more relaxed pace, the resort's LUX* ME Spa offers a range of wellness treatments, ensuring a rejuvenating experience for body and mind.
Sustainability Criteria
- Staff orientation programme on sustainability. Team Members can volunteer.
- Nearby schools are provided with food.
- They have an initiative for our elders, residing in old-age homes.
- he Travel Light & Donate program invites guests to donate unwanted clothing that are in good condition. A bag is placed in each room for guests to drop their donations
- Support of biodiversity conservation projects, contribute towards UN registered projects in Africa and Asia such as afforestation of the virgin forest with 50,000 trees.
- LUX* Le Morne supports the Mauritian Wildlife Foundation in support of their rare plants conservation project on Ile Aux Aigrette, as well as the the Marine-life conservation NGO, Ecosud.
- The hotels monitor their energy consumption and uses LED lighting.
- They’ve recently installed solar panels.
- An EV charger is available for guests or locals coming to the restaurant.
- LUX* Le Morne is “Keen on Green”: Local, vegan, raw and vegetarian dishes are also offered in all restaurants.
- There’s no single use plastic on the resort.
- They recycle and compost waste.
- Zero Food Waste Initiative: Food which is untouched at the buffet is chilled and sent to nearby schools for children from disadvantaged backgrounds, following strict food hygiene guidelines. We have seen an uptick in the attendance at these schools.
- A desalination plant which supplies 100% of H2o needs. The system supplies fresh water while 100% of used water is treated and used for irrigation of the tropical gardens.
- Taps and showers are fitted with aerators and flow-reducing devices to remain efficient.
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Features & Activities
- 24h Room Service
- Bar at Hotel
- Beach
- Diving center nearby
- Family Friendly Hotel
- Golf Course Nearby
- Gym at the Hotel
- Hotel for Honeymooners
- Horseback Riding Nearby
- Hotel Close to Nature
FAMILIES
There’s an indoor area with a dedicated Arts & Craft zone, library, Toddler space and a mini-kitchen, a connected outdoor garden space features a Kids Garden, an open lawn for free play, and play structures. The indoor and outdoor PLAY program revolves around six main categories: Fun, Movement, Edutainment, Nature, Creativity, and Mindfulness, based on a daily theme
WELLNESS
Spa & Wellbeing includes a modern fitness center with coaching, cardio, strength training and stretching equipment. The LUX* ME Spa offers Hammam, Sauna, Jacuzzi, Infinity Pool, beauty salon, and nail bar as well as 9 treatment cabins.
ACTIVITIES
Water Sports
Complimentary: Stand-up paddleboard, kayak, sailboat, windsurf, pedal boat, glass bottom boat, dinghies, snorkeling, waterskiing, AquaFit
Additional fee: Scuba-diving, big game fishing
Land Sports
Complimentary: Tennis, beach volley, table tennis, bocce ball, gym
Additional fee: Mountain bikes, golf (course near the hotel)
Location
LUX* Le Morne is located on the Le Morne peninsula on the southwest coast of Mauritius. It lies directly at the foot of the imposing Le Morne Brabant, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is surrounded by a breathtaking beach.
Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport is around 60 kilometers away, making for a comfortable journey. You can try out numerous water sports directly from the resort. There is also a golf course in the immediate vicinity.
