"I recently stayed at the Solana Beach Resort during my trip to Mauritius and wanted to share a balanced look at the highlights and a couple of unexpected drawbacks of my stay. The Highlights: Comfort & Tranquility The Room: We stayed in the Junior Suite Sea View, and it did not disappoint. The room was incredibly spacious, clean, and came equipped with all the amenities we needed for a comfortable stay. Wake up to the sea view was a major plus. Location: Situated near Belle Mare on the eastern coast of Mauritius, the resort is in a very calm, quiet, and peaceful area. If you are looking to disconnect and relax, this location is ideal. Activities & Amenities: The resort has its own spa and offers fantastic sea excursions right from the property. We thoroughly enjoyed the complimentary water activities, including the glass-bottom boat, snorkeling, and paddle boating. The Food & Restaurants: The dining options were a definite highlight of our stay. The main restaurant, Cinnamon, serves an overall good buffet for both breakfast and dinner, featuring a great variety of multiple cuisines including Mauritian, Indian, and Western dishes. Additionally, the resort features another on-property restaurant focused on fine dining that serves excellent Italian cuisine. The Drawbacks: Isolation & Nickle-and-Diming Quiet Nights: Because the resort is far from the main city centers, there is absolutely no local market or nightlife/entertainment nearby. Once the sun goes down, the property becomes very silent. This is perfect for couples or relaxation, but worth noting if you prefer a bit of evening energy. The Water Policy (A Major Disappointment): This was the biggest letdown of our stay. The resort provides 2 complimentary bottles of water daily, but charges for any extra bottles you need in the room. Worse yet, water is chargeable during dinner. Having traveled to almost 40+ countries, this is the very first time I have ever encountered a resort charging for standard table water during a dinner service. For a resort of this caliber, charging for basic drinking water feels incredibly cheap and dampens the overall guest experience."

"The hotel has its own beach, which is great. The rooms were clean and comfortable, but the check-in wait was too long, even though there weren't many guests checking in at the time. The restaurant was very crowded, but the food selection was limited and the taste was average; you could just fill your stomach. The streetlights inside the hotel were insufficient at night, making it quite dark."

"Enjoyed my stay here. Clean and spacious room, friendly staff and plenty of parking spots across the road. Would definitely stay here again."

"Fantastic facilities, the staff at the pool, especially the towel area were at times a little blunt. Steakhouse is a highlight in the all inclusive package."

"Didn't like the food. Compared to other RIU hotels (Dominican Republic, Maldives), the standard is significantly lower. The location is excellent. The beach is big."

"Very nice stay kid friendly and staff were amazing"

"Excellent Welcome and Outstanding Service! A special thank you to Jerzy and Shreeya at the reception for making us feel so welcome from the moment we arrived. They greeted us with warm smiles, were incredibly friendly and professional, and took the time to answer all of our questions with patience and care. Their helpful attitude and genuine hospitality made the check-in experience smooth and enjoyable. It’s always a pleasure to be welcomed by staff who truly care about their guests. Thank you, Jerzy and Shreeya, for your excellent service and for making our stay even more memorable. Highly recommended!"

"A beautiful hotel with a spa and pool. Unfortunately, we didn't have time to use them, but it looked really lovely. The room has air conditioning and a small refrigerator. We would book it again in a heartbeat."

"A heartfelt thanks to Dini, who truly elevated our stay to another level. Your attention to detail, warm hospitality and dedication created a wonderful experience we will always remember. A special appreciation as well for the dynamic energy of Jay, Mercy and Yohann. The team went above and beyond. Looking forward to come again!"