Constance Prince Maurice is the most private of the big-name resorts on the east coast of Mauritius. It has only 89 suites and villas spread across a quiet peninsula near Belle Mare, which is small for a luxury resort here. The signature rooms are thatched Junior Suites built on stilts over the water, with the lagoon moving beneath the deck.
It suits couples who want calm above everything else. There is no entertainment program to speak of and no crowded pool deck. The Michelin Guide gives it a Key and describes the service as attentive and discreet, which matches its long reputation among honeymooners. Days are about the beach, the infinity pool, long lunches and an early night.
It welcomes families, but the low room count keeps things peaceful. For golf, guests can play the two 18-hole courses at sister resort Constance Belle Mare Plage, about five minutes away.
We could not find published rates, so treat our starting figure as a rough estimate. Expect prices near the top of the Mauritius market. Compare breakfast, half board and all-inclusive options before you book.
Highlights at a glance
- Only 89 suites and villas on a secluded peninsula
- Thatched Junior Suites on stilts over the lagoon
- MICHELIN Key for a very special stay
- L'Archipel restaurant for fine dining
- Golf at Constance Belle Mare Plage nearby
Why Couples Love Constance Prince Maurice
The east coast is the classic side of a Mauritius honeymoon: long white beaches, a turquoise lagoon and trade winds that keep the heat down. Prince Maurice adds privacy. The resort sits on its own stretch of coast, away from the main run of hotels on the Belle Mare beach road.
The design, by architect Jean Marc Eynaud and designer David Edwards, uses thatch, timber and stone with a lot of open space between buildings. At night, warm lighting picks out the rooflines and walkways. The place feels hushed. Natural reserves and a lagoon inlet wrap around part of the property, so you look out at mangroves and water rather than other resorts. For couples who want to switch off completely, that setting does most of the work.
Suites and Villas to Book
The resort has 64 Junior Suites, 12 Family Suites, 12 Villas and one Princely Villa. That is all. There are no standard rooms.
- Junior Suites on stilts over the lagoon are the honeymoon picture. You step from the deck to water views on all sides, with a thatched roof overhead.
- Beachfront Junior Suites trade the stilts for direct access to the sand.
- Villas are the most private category, larger and set apart from the main buildings.
- The Princely Villa is actually three suites on a private stretch of beach, each with its own terrace.
For most honeymooners, a Junior Suite on stilts is the room to book. It is the experience the resort is known for. If you want a private pool, ask exactly which villa type includes one before confirming, since categories and features can change.
Food, Drink and the Spa
L'Archipel is the resort's best-known restaurant, a fine-dining room where local fish such as marlin and tuna feature on the menu. Other restaurants and bars on site cover casual lunches by the beach and drinks at sunset. Ask the sommelier for a Mauritian rum tasting one evening before dinner.
The spa is a highlight of any stay, set among the gardens with treatment rooms for couples. Plan one long session together early in the trip, when jet lag still makes a slow afternoon appealing.
Meal plans vary by booking. Many couples choose half board for flexibility and to keep an evening free for a private dinner on the beach, which the resort can arrange. For a change of scene, sister resort Constance Belle Mare Plage is close by and has more restaurants.
Why guests fall for it
Things to Do
This is a resort for doing little, but the east coast has plenty when you want it.
- Take an early boat to Île aux Cerfs to beat the day-trip crowds.
- Ride a speedboat up to the Grand River South East waterfall.
- Play the Legend and Links courses at Constance Belle Mare Plage.
- Swim, paddleboard or kayak in the calm lagoon by the resort.
- Spend a morning at the market in Centre de Flacq for spices and street snacks.
The sun rises over the sea here, so set an alarm one morning for a sunrise swim. On windy days, the lagoon can be choppy. The reef break is not for swimming. Use reef-safe sunscreen and wear water shoes on the coral sections near the shore.
Getting There
Fly into Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (MRU). The drive north to Prince Maurice takes about 45 to 60 minutes through cane fields and villages. Book the resort's private transfer, which is the easiest way to arrive after a long-haul trip.
There are no nonstop flights from the US. Most couples connect in Dubai, Doha, Paris or Johannesburg, so the journey usually runs to at least 20 hours door to door. Break it with a hotel night on the way if your schedule allows.
Once there, you will not need a car. Hire a driver through the concierge for a day trip to the southwest or the Pamplemousses botanical garden. Driving on the island is on the left. Roads can be narrow and busy around towns.
Is It Worth It?
For couples who want privacy, quiet and a room over the water without flying to the Maldives, yes. The small size, the stilt suites and the discreet service are what you are paying for. They deliver a rare kind of calm on a busy island.
It is not a bargain. It is not lively either. Couples who want several pools, many restaurants or nightlife should look at the bigger resorts along the Belle Mare beach road. Those on a tighter budget will find better value at smaller hotels or villa rentals in Palmar. Golfers may prefer to stay at Constance Belle Mare Plage itself, next to the courses.
A good plan for a long honeymoon is to pair a few nights here with a stay on the west coast for sunsets and mountain views.
Insider tips
- Request a Junior Suite on stilts by name and confirm the category in writing.
- Ask which villa types include a private pool before you upgrade.
- Book one sunrise swim, since the east coast faces the morning sun.
- Reserve an early boat to Île aux Cerfs through the concierge to avoid crowds.
