Lux* Resorts & Hotels has unveiled plans to launch a new flagship property in Mauritius later this year.
Set to open in November 2021, Lux* Grand Baie Resort & Residences will reveal a new generation of boutique-style resort for the modern, discerning traveller. Located in the north of Mauritius known for its lively beachside cafes, bars and artisanal local crafts, the elegant hideaway will be nestled in the Grand Baie lagoon overlooking emerald-blue waters and white sandy beaches.
“The vision for Lux* Grand Baie has been in my mind for some time, and I have been determined to bring all my years of experience in resorts around the world to a crescendo in this magnificent property,” says Paul Jones, Chief Executive Officer of The Lux Collective. “Grand Baie is the crown jewel of Mauritius and the mandate from the outset was simple: create the finest luxury resort in the Indian Ocean. In the process, it has become the flagship for Lux* Resorts & Hotels and our first greenfield project in Mauritius.”
Inspired by a childhood spent on the very beach the resort is set on, and observing sailing boat architecture, Mauritius-based architect Jean-Francois Adam has spearheaded the design of the property. The result is a concept that champions indoor-outdoor living and ‘purity’ by working in harmony with the natural surroundings. The architecture breaks away from the traditional mould in Mauritius whilst honouring the island’s raw materials.
“I’m fascinated by the mechanics of sailboats: the interrelationship between the hull and the sea, the sails and wind, and man with nature, which conjures an image of elegance,” explains Adam. “I have channelled this elegance into the architecture of Lux* Grand Baie Resort & Residences.”
Created by Kelly Hoppen CBE, the interiors encapsulate the beauty of the land and the Indian Ocean with voluminous spaces symbolising ‘a breath of fresh air’.
“From the moment you enter the resort, you will be met with incredible scale and a multitude of exquisite neutral and natural textures and tones which exude sophistication and comfort,” says Hoppen. “Everything is orchestrated to entice guests to fall into an experience of relaxation and luxury.”
Each suite, villa, residence and penthouse are a labour of love resulting in the pinnacle of luxury and comfort. Each is made to feel like a designer’s holiday home in the tropics:
86 Lux* Junior Suites (65m²) present a spacious entrance, dressing room, bedroom and a bathroom featuring an oversized shower and separate bathtub. Neutrals and refined beach style will blend seamlessly with the deep blues of the surrounding ocean and white Mauritius sands.
20 Lux* Pool Residences (two-bedroom – 180m²) and 2 Lux* Pool Penthouses (three-bedroom – 325m²) feature private pools, modern kitchens, expansive entertainment terraces, private living and dining rooms.
Seven Lux* Pool Villas (two-bedroom – 240m²) have a private pool and fire pit, as well as an outdoor gazebo and sundecks on a shaded terrace.
The Grand Beach Pool Villa (three-bedroom – 420m²) offers direct access to the beach, a wide sun deck, and a chef de maison on hand to serve delicious spreads on the outdoor terrace.
Offering laid-back dining from morning to night, Beach Rouge – the group’s signature beach club concept – sits on the water’s edge and will serve fresh, locally-sourced cuisine for breakfast, lunch and dinner. When the sun dips below the horizon, the space will be lit in a red tint and draw a crowd to its bar with a resident DJ.
Ai KISU, meaning ‘flame’ in Japanese, will offer a lively atmosphere and best-in-class Asian cuisine created using warayaki straw fire cooking in an open kitchen. Its accompanying private club will boast sleek interiors, pop-up dinner parties and sets from international DJs and local musicians alike.
European-inspired Maison Lux* will brew fresh, organic own-blend coffee and serve a curated selection of French, Italian and Spanish pastries, and homemade gelato.
The jewel in the resort’s crown will be its expansive rooftop bar and restaurant Bisou which affords panoramic views of the surrounding Indian Ocean. The adults-only area will be home to a 30m infinity pool which will serve tapas-style cuisine on floating trays and is surrounded by cabanas and natural greenery. As night falls, the space transforms into a lounge bar with music sets from the hotel’s resident DJ.
Wellness facilities will span four floors with chic interiors, cutting edge technology and ancient wisdom from the East and West creating a wellness eco-system. The spa will offer an array of immersive thermal experiences including a unique hydrotherapy concept, Kneipp walk, Turkish Hammam and Tepidarium soaks, alongside eight spacious treatment rooms where guests can experience signature spa treatments on high-tech beds.
Lux* Me Fitness offers a wide array of weekly fitness and wellness classes ranging from strength and functional training, HIIT, cycling, soft-sand running, to mobility recovery and Yoga, for both small and large groups. Personal training and specialised urban fitness retreats, integrating the latest exercise science principles, will also be available for individual needs and goals.
The fully equipped Fitness Centre will feature an outrace functional fitness cube and the Technogym Excite live range with six different cardio modalities for all needs and abilities. To get the heart-pumping, there will be a Technogym Group Cycle Studio with both instructor-led and virtual on-demand cycling classes. The Niyama Studio will be a minimalist mind and body space for private or small group classes including yoga, Pilates, stretch and release classes. Meanwhile, the Wellness Bar will offer pre-session and post-workout beverages to recharge and rehydrate.
The Indian Ocean’s first-ever full-fledged outdoor rooftop wellness experience, Muscle Up on the Roof, will feature two 30-metre Olympic-standard running tracks and a MyBeast Functional Fitness Frame equipped with 12 workout stations such as power rack, multi pull-up and punching bag.
