Must-see hotels in Réunion

  • Le Four à Pain

    Réunion

    Simplicity, character and a great welcome make Le Four à Pain special. Rooms, in two adorable Creole-style cottages, are light and fresh with contemporary…

  • Gîte de Yoleine et Théophane

    Réunion

    One of southern Réunion's best-kept secrets, this rural paradise surrounded by forest and sugar-cane fields is a great place to come down a few gears. Way…

  • Matilona

    The East

    You wouldn't guess from outside, but this B&B housed in a converted supermarket (yes!) is a great find. Push the door open and you're in another reality:…

  • Diana Dea Lodge & Spa

    The East

    What a surprise it is to come upon a boutique hotel in such a remote location – Diana Dea Lodge is set high in the hills above Ste-Anne (it's signposted)…

  • Villa Belle

    Réunion

    Occupying a converted Creole mansion, this oh-so-chic maison d'hôte is the epitome of a refined cocoon, revelling quietly in minimalist lines, soothing…

  • Senteur Vanille

    Réunion

    A true find for peace seekers, Senteur Vanille makes you feel like you've stepped into a Garden of Eden, with mango, lychee and papaya trees all over the…

  • La Maison d'Edith

    Réunion

    The owners are passionate about Creole culture and have renovated this mansion with a happy respect for the spirit of the place. Curl up with your sweetie…

  • La Cour Mont Vert

    Réunion

    Your heart will lift at the dreamy views over the coast; your body will rejuvenate with the Valatchy family's healthy meals (€27, certain evenings); your…

  • Dan'n Tan Lontan

    Réunion

    Swap stress for bliss at this enticing venue in a splendid property five-minutes' walk from the centre. Handsome, well-thought-out and practical, the…

  • Le Blue Margouillat

    Réunion

    This delightful hotel on the southern outskirts of St-Leu adds a welcoming touch of glam to the local hotel scene, with just 12 artfully designed rooms…

  • Les Lataniers

    Réunion

    An excellent surprise, with tasteful decor, a fantastic tropical garden and a stunning pool looking straight out to the sea. The nine apartments, three of…

  • Rougail Mangue

    Réunion

    You'd never guess it from the road but this guesthouse is a great find. The ground floor is occupied by a smart lounge area, one six-bed room, two squeaky…

  • La Mandoze

    Réunion

    This gîte set in a Creole house has all the hallmarks of a great deal: well-maintained dorms that can sleep six people, practical shared bathrooms, a…

  • Gîte de la Chapelle

    Réunion

    This excellent budget option – by far our favourite gîte in town – is owner-run and it shows. It occupies an agreeable Creole house that was skilfully…

  • Chambre d'Hôte des Agrumes

    Réunion

    If you’re after hush and seclusion, these four stand-alone Creole-style bungalows scattered in an Eden-like garden are the answer. They're spacious and…

  • Le Grand Bleu

    Réunion

    The latest addition to St-Gilles' accomodation scene, Le Grand Bleu brings a dash of modernity with 20 rooms done out in blue and white and sparkling…

  • Hôtel Tsilaosa

    Réunion

    This well-run four-star abode in a restored Creole home offers a smooth stay, with 22 rooms that are imaginatively decked out in local style; those…

  • La Villa de la Plage

    Réunion

    You wouldn't guess it from the main road, but this efficiently-run B&B is one of the most atmospheric and relaxing places along the west coast. It…

  • Bois de Couleur

    Réunion

    If you want to do Mafate in style, look no further than this well-run B&B on the northwestern outskirts of Marla. It features five surprisingly modern…

  • Le Fanjan

    Réunion

    If you want to do Aurère in style, make a beeline for this superb venture on the outskirts of the village, on the way to Îlet à Malheur. It features two…

  • La Maison de Rosalie

    The East

    Relax and feel at home in this enchanting Creole house that has bags of charm and atmosphere. It's spacious, light and airy, with two bedrooms, spick-and…

  • Îlet Chicot

    Réunion

    You can get a better understanding of the environment and traditional life of the Cirque de Cilaos by visiting Îlet Chicot, which can be reached by foot…

  • La Plantation

    Réunion

    This upmarket B&B nestled amid sugar-cane fields has a small pool, an outdoor Jacuzzi and lush tropical garden with staggering views of the coast. There…

  • Côté Lagon

    Réunion

    Its sensational position across the road from the small beach in the Terre Sainte neighbourhood is the main drawcard here. The six rooms, which are done…

  • La Villa Chriss

    Réunion

    Run by Christine (hence the name), this boutique-style maison d'hôte (guesthouse), perched on the side of a hill, rejuvenates the weariest of travellers…

  • Gandalf Safari Camp

    Réunion

    The German owners have long lived in Africa – hence the name. Their B&B features six rooms that are individually designed, with such themes as Kreol,…

  • Le Pinpin d'Amour

    Réunion

    Spending a night at this original chambre d'hôte makes a good story to tell the folks back home. Your hosts have a passion for vacoa and pinpin (the palm…

  • Gîte de la Caverne Dufour

    Réunion

    The most obvious place to spend the night if you're climbing Piton des Neiges (3071m). Reached after three hours from Cilaos, this spartan gîte, at 2478m,…

  • Iloha Seaview Hotel

    Réunion

    The Iloha is a very good all-round hotel-resort set in a sprawling property north of town. Its tidy rooms and simply designed bungalows offer a great…

  • Le Pharest

    The East

    Near the lighthouse, this compact tropical cocoon offers five wooden bungalows that are set in an exuberant garden. They're fairly ramshackle and filled…

  • Le Saint-Alexis Hotel & Spa

    Réunion

    Le Saint-Alexis is a quirkily laid-out resort at the southern tip of the main beach. The rooms are all arrayed around a central patio, which means that…

  • L'Arpège Austral

    Réunion

    It's wonderful to be so near St-Joseph (2.5km), yet in such a serene spot. Sylvie, your hostess, offers two light-flooded rooms with sloping ceilings…

  • L'Escale Touristique

    Réunion

    The closest thing to a hostel you'll find in St-Pierre, this well-run place has spotlessly clean rooms and an optimal location near the seafront. Air-con…

  • Mercure Créolia

    Réunion

    Mercure Créolia is located some 4km south of the city centre in a tranquil neighbourhood; your efforts in getting here are rewarded with splendid views…

  • Hôtel Bellepierre

    Réunion

    Life feels less hurried in this oasis of calm, perched on a hillside about 3km south of the centre. As you'd expect from a four-star establishment, rooms…

  • Vérémer

    Réunion

    Vérémer houses three few-frills but tidy rooms in two neat Creole buildings nestled in a well-tended tropical garden, with superlative views and a…

  • Le Tapacala

    Réunion

    Not your average B&B, this upscale venture is the pride and joy of your hosts, who can speak English and German and are well clued-up about the island…

  • Le Relax

    Réunion

    Head to this homely campground in the hamlet of Îlet-à-Vidot, about 2km northwest of Hell-Bourg, if you're after a peaceful setting to pitch your tent…

  • L'Échappée Belle

    Réunion

    Concealed behind high walls down a cul-de-sac near the mairie (town hall), this bright, contemporary five-room B&B has a number of points in its favour,…

  • Ferme-Auberge La Cayenne

    The East

    This well-established guesthouse scores points for its location: it's perched above the sea, 1.5km south of Ste-Rose. The six rooms are small and…