Grand-Baie Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Grand Bay featuring boating and a beach
Grand Bay which includes food
Grand Bay which includes boating and a beach
Grand Bay showing a temple or place of worship and religious elements
Grand Bay showing religious elements and a temple or place of worship

This bustling Mauritian oceanfront town offers water adventures, biking trips, luxurious accommodation, renowned shopping spots and a fun-filled nightlife.

Grand Bay rests on a glorious natural cove in Mauritius. Cycle through the village and explore busy marketplaces and boutiques. Enjoy watersports in the calm ocean. Stunning hotels and spirited nightlife round out your stay.

Sunbathe on one of Grand Bay’s most enticing beaches, La Cuvette. This picturesque cove is secluded, with little boat traffic. Float in tropical waters. Stroll along the sandy coastline and enjoy views over the sparkling lagoon.

Enjoy Grand Bay’s famous shopping and leisure attractions. Head to Sunset Boulevard for chic fashion at upmarket boutiques. Alternatively, visit the Grand Bay Bazaar for a fabulous craft market offering ornate Mauritian crafts. Purchase expressive paintings of Mauritian beach life at a local art gallery.

Enjoy 5-star hotel accommodations with sea breezes and oceanfront terraces. Laze on a sun lounge near the pristine pool and enjoy a selection of carefully sourced French wines. Take part in the various watersports adventures that most hotels offer, including snorkeling, kayaking and waterskiing tours.

From your hotel, rent bicycles and take a scenic, easy ride around the bay to the brilliantly colored Shiv Kalyan Vath Mandir Hindu temple. Admire its vivid red and white turrets. Remove your shoes before entering and enjoy the calming interior of this sacred space. Visit another tranquil, ornately decorated Hindu temple, Surya Oudaya Sangam, just west of town.

For more challenging off-road cycling, book a mountain bike excursion at your hotel and follow scenic trails in the Grand Bay area. Weave through cane fields and glorious lagoons. Stop for lunch by the bay at a relaxed café and taste fresh, exquisite seafood.

Experience Grand Bay’s nightlife in its lively bars and nightclubs, where parties last until the early morning. Stroll across town and visit one of Grand Bay’s bustling club venues. Sip delicious cocktails in laid-back lounge settings or enjoy the party atmosphere on busy dance floors.

Reach Grand Bay in a little over an hour from Mauritius International Airport. Grand Bay is the ideal vacation town for fun-filled, sunny days.

LUX* Grand Baie

LUX* Grand Baie

5 out of 5
Grand Baie, Grand-Baie
Fully refundable
The price is NZ$1,075 per night from 15 Oct to 16 Oct
NZ$1,075
15 Oct - 16 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury resort in Grand-Baie. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 4 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (127 reviews)
"Hotel was amazing and the beach absolutely beautiful. Staff were attentive. Experience was fantastic overall and the food quality was super! Highly recommend."

Reviewed on 19 Sept 2025

LUX* Grand Baie
Ocean Villas

Ocean Villas

3 out of 5
Royal Road 23, Grand-Baie
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in Grand-Baie. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
7.6/10 Good! (351 reviews)
"Good property. Good rooms. Service could be better"

Reviewed on 14 Sept 2025

Ocean Villas
Veranda Grand Baie Hotel & Spa

Veranda Grand Baie Hotel & Spa

4 out of 5
Royal Road, Grand-Baie
The price is NZ$528 per night from 2 Oct to 3 Oct
NZ$528
2 Oct - 3 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach resort in Grand-Baie. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8/10 Very Good! (240 reviews)
"This was a beautiful property and very friendly staff, and lots of included activities. Shopping nearby was fun too!"

Reviewed on 6 Aug 2025

Veranda Grand Baie Hotel & Spa
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Grand Bay Suites

Grand Bay Suites

3.5 out of 5
Royal Road, Grand-Baie
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly apartment in Grand-Baie. Enjoy free parking, an airport shuttle (surcharge), and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (215 reviews)
"Suited my needs studio appart, convenient location"

Reviewed on 23 Sept 2025

Grand Bay Suites
Residence Le Point Choisy

Residence Le Point Choisy

Royal Road, Grand-Baie, Rivière du Rempart District
Stay at this aparthotel in Grand-Baie. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Grand Bay Beach and Trou aux Biches Beach are located ...
Residence Le Point Choisy
Domaine des Alizées by Fine and Country

Domaine des Alizées by Fine and Country

4 out of 5
Chemin 20 Pieds, Grand-Baie
Stay at this 4-star boutique aparthotel in Grand-Baie. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Grand Bay Beach and Trou aux Biches ...
Perfect relaxing holiday
"Great apartment, nice pool, and lush grounds. Love the fact that it's about five minutes' drive from La Croisette Mall. Too bad dryer wasn't working and resort didn't send anyone to check even after requesting."

Reviewed on 9 Apr 2019

Domaine des Alizées by Fine and Country
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Grand Bay is a touristy place with a good network of buses to go to Port Louis or the beaches in the area so it's very convenient to get around. There's also many tour operators offering competitive prices for tours to all places in Mauritius.

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