
InterContinental Mauritius Resort Balaclava Fort InterContinental Mauritius Resort Balaclava Fort
About
Set along the serene shores of Balaclava Bay, InterContinental Mauritius Resort Balaclava Fort offers a 5-star luxury beachfront experience where every stay begins with panoramic ocean views. All 210 rooms and suites feature contemporary styling and thoughtful amenities, creating a welcoming space for both couples and families to relax into island life.
Holidaymakers looking for something special will appreciate the elegant Terrace Suite Ocean View Rooms, complete with generous living areas and outdoor jetted tubs designed for unhurried moments in the sunshine. Families are equally well catered for, with spacious Family Ocean View Rooms offering separate sleeping areas and calming views across the gardens and the lagoon.
The resort’s four distinctive restaurants celebrate global flavours. Senso brings international favourites to life with engaging live stations, while Segala presents Mediterranean dishes by the water’s edge. Noble House delivers refined Pan-Asian creations, and Veda offers a contemporary take on Indian cuisine. Two stylish bars provide relaxed settings for refreshments throughout the day and into the evening.
Whether you prefer gentle wellness activities or days filled with exploration, there’s plenty to enjoy - from yoga and tennis to complimentary water sports including kayaking, snorkelling and glass-bottom boat rides. Younger guests can discover new experiences at Planet Trekkers, where creative, cultural and outdoor activities bring everyday day to life.
With its idyllic beachfront setting, sophisticated design and warm Mauritian hospitality, InterContinental Mauritius Resort Balaclava Fort offers a luxurious escape designed for unforgettable shared moments.
- A 5-star luxury retreat on the tranquil shores of Balaclava Bay
- 210 ocean-facing rooms and suites provide a serene base for your Mauritian escape
- Enjoy a wealth of activities, from complimentary water sports to tranquil spa treatments
Overview
At a glance
Awards
2024
- Travelers Choice
2023
- Travelers Choice 2023
- Travelers Choice
2022
- Travelers Choice 2022
2021
- Travelers Choice 2021
2020
- Travelers Choice 2020
Accommodation
All of the stunning rooms at InterContinental Mauritius Resort Balaclava Fort are crafted with your comfort in mind. From indulgent beds through to the magical views out over the azure Indian Ocean. You can relax in your room to the soundtrack of the stunning Mauritian coast. Every room comes with:
- A picture frame view of the Indian Ocean
- Wi-Fi access and spacious work area
- Terrace balcony overlooking garden and ocean
Deluxe Ocean View Room
Wake up every morning to the sound of calming waves from the Indian Ocean. Feel immersed in Mauritian culture with authentic arts and crafts taking centre stage in your holiday base camp.
- 56 sqm
- King or twin bed
- Ocean view
Prestige Ocean View Room
Choose to start and end your day in the reflection of Indian Ocean. Take in a couple of sundowners from the comfort of your private balcony whilst you get ready to enjoy another evening of great fare and entertainment.
- 56 sqm
- King-sized bed
- Ocean view
Family Ocean View Room
The perfect base for your Mauritian family adventure. With two separate bedrooms those older children will love the fact that they still have their independence in a family room.
- 74 sqm
- King and twin beds
- Ocean view
Terrace Suite Ocean View Rooms
Perfectly-appointed room for those happy couples looking to dial up the romance on their break. Featuring a luxurious private sun terrace complete with a whirlpool bath and two sun loungers.
- 89 sqm
- King-sized bed
- Ocean view
Duplex Suites Ocean View
Enjoy everything the island has to offer from complete luxury. In a Presidential Duplex you can make use of your own private roof terrace to catch those first or last rays of Mauritian sun. You also have access to your own private Jacuzzi to help you unwind even further.
- 300 sqm
- King-sized bed
- Ocean view
Dining
Dining*
Take your pick of four top-quality restaurants on-site at Intercontinental. Offering the finest ingredients from delicious cuisines enjoyed all over the world. You can take your tastebuds on a trip around the globe.
Senso
The resort’s main buffet restaurant, offering international favourites to start and end your day in paradise in the best possible way.
- Breakfast: 06:30 - 10:30
- Lunch: 12:00 - 15:00
- Dinner: 18:00 - 22:30
Segala
Enjoy a taste of the Med in Mauritius. Take in special views of Balaclava Bay as you chow down on sumptuous dishes from the shores of culinary powerhouses like Greece, Italy, and Cyprus.
- Lunch: 12:00 - 15:00
- Dinner: 18:00 - 22:30
Veda
If you love nothing more than settling down to a mouth-watering Indian feast at the end of the day, then you’ll love Veda. Offering up vibrant South Asian classics to take your tastebuds to downtown New Dehli.
- Dinner: 18:00 - 22:30
Noble House
Make your way around Asia to Noble House and taste Pan-Asian fusion. The exciting world of modern fusion cuisine meets Oriental style in this far east inspired restaurant.
- Dinner: 18:00 - 22:30
Bars
Sugarcane Bar
Enjoy a mouth-watering selection snacks and drinks all day as you look out over the shimmering resort pools and stunning Balaclava Bay. By night head to Sugarcane for a couple of sundowners in the shadow of that beautiful island backdrop
- Open: 10:00 - 23:00
- Light snacks: 12:00 - 15:00
- Pancakes: 15:00 - 17:00
Talipot Bar
Take your drinks inside to the elegance of the Intercontinental lobby area. With a wide selection of cold drinks, cocktails and hot beverages you can start your evening in style.
- Open: 10:00-23:00
*The Dress Code is Smart Casual in the evening. Shorts and/or slippers are not allowed in the restaurants in the evening.
All-inclusive
All-Inclusive Package Benefits*
The all-inclusive package includes breakfast, lunch, dinner and a selection of local alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks.
- Starts at 15:00 on arrival date & ends at 12:00 on departure date
- Daily: All-Inclusive starts as from 11:00 & ends at 23:00
- Breakfast and Dinner: Available at the main buffet restaurant, Senso. Dinner can also be enjoyed at one of the 3 A la Carte Restaurants (reservations required)
- Lunch: Served at Segala Restaurant, Sugar Cane Bar, or Senso (buet self-service). Lunch is provided on departure day
- A pancake station and snacks menu are available daily at Sugar Cane Bar from 15h00 to 17h00
- Unlimited beverages at the bar from 11:00 to 23:00 and during meal. Includes water, soft drinks, juice and a selection of alcoholic beverages
- Recreational activities : Beach walk, volleyball, table tennis and much more
- Invigorating yoga classes
- Vibrant live evening entertainment
- Curated children's activity program at Planet Trekkers Kids Club.
- Daily water adventure activities including glass bottom boat ride
*Important Note: Lunch may be a set menu instead of a buffet, depending on the hotel's occupancy
Facilities
To make your stay at InterContinental Mauritius Resort Balaclava Fort even more comfortable take advantage of these facilities.
- On-site shops (£)
- Gift shop (£)
- Barber (£)
- Beauty salon (£)
- Private check in/out (£)
- Concierge
- Luggage store
- Car hire (£)
- Currency exchange (£)
- 24-hr front desk
- Daily housekeeping
- Laundry services (£)
- Dry cleaning (£)
- Ironing services (£)
- Business centre (£)
- Largest conference room on the island (£)
Leisure
From the Boat House at the south of the resort to the beachfront location there are a host of activities available at InterContinental Mauritius Resort Balaclava Fort aimed at delivering fun for the whole family. Whether you’re enjoying Mauritius as a couple or a young or older family.
Sports
- Tennis (£)
- Table tennis
- Lawn tennis
- Badminton
- Darts
- Golf course within 3km (£)
- Volleyball
Water sports
- Glass bottom boat rides
- Snorkelling
- Kayaking
- Waterskii
- Windsurfing
General activities
- Spa (£)
- Yoga
- Aqua gym
- Fitness centre
- Live music
- Beach power walk
- Jogging
- HIIT Training
- Mauritian Night (Every Friday)
- Kids club
Fitness Centre
The resort’s gym is open to guests 24/7. So, if you like nothing more than getting the blood pumping first thing in the morning on your holiday. Or maybe the sound of a soothing yoga session in paradise sounds like a great end to the day. The on-site fitness centre at Intercontinental has everything you need to keep up your routine.
- Free weights
- Resistance machines
- Treadmills
- Static bikes
- Cross trainer
- Fitness classes
- Yoga classes
- Personal trainer service
Planet Trekkers Kids Club
A favourite with younger travellers. Planet Trekkers is the perfect place to give your little ones an unforgettable break. Open to children from four up to 12 years of age the clubs offers first-class facilities like:
- Fun kitchen
- TV room
- Playground gardens
- Sleeping area
- Nanny service (£)
Weddings
InterContinental Mauritius Resort Balaclava Fort is in the business of delivering unforgettable moments. So it stands to reason that the resort is well positioned to be able to offer you a truly unique nuptial experience.
Have you always dreamt of uttering those magical words to that special person in your life from the beauty of a private paradise island? If so, Intercontinental is the perfect venue for your big day. Surrounded by a shimmering azure lagoon, the private island offers beautiful vistas of the natural beauty of Mauritius.
Following your ceremony on paradise island you and your guests can head back to the largest conference space on the island to continue the celebration. The dedicated on-site team are on hand to ensure everything about your day goes off without a hitch.
From the Blog
Everything You Need to Know About InterContinental Mauritius Resort Balaclava Fort
Our complete guide to InterContinental Mauritius will show you how to find romance and family time in equal measure. Stretched out on the shimmering white sand of Balaclava Bay. InterContinental Mauritius Resort Balaclava Fort is perfectly positioned to offer you the best of the island on your doorstep. In this blog we’ll introduce you to this five-star haven, talk more about it’s stunning location, and give you the lowdown on the bags of amenities on offer. But, first things first. Let’s get you more acquainted, shall we? Introducing InterContinental Mauritius Based on the northern coast of Mauritius, InterContinental offers a world of island delights for the whole family. With 210 rooms facing out over the glistening Indian Ocean, you can enjoy a romantic couples retreat or a family escape to remember. In addition, the resort boasts four restaurants, two bars, two pools, water sports, and a super-relaxing spa and fitness centre. But how about we tell you more about those stunning rooms first? Glorious Guestrooms Split across 5 room categories. The accommodation at InterContinental Mauritius places the beauty of the island at your door (or balcony to be more precise). Ranging from Deluxe Ocean Facing Rooms to the Presidential Suite, you’re free to choose the set up for you. As well as incredible views, each room benefits from stunning interior design which aims to keep the spaces light and airy. Plus, that spacious balcony we alluded to earlier is present in every room and suite. So, when you’re not kicking back in your king-sized bed or spacious living area, grab a drink from your minibar and enjoy the sounds of the ocean. Time to Eat As we said before, InterContinental Mauritius boasts four restaurants to tantalise your taste buds. Through these four fine eateries you can take your palate on a gastronomic journey of discovery. Firstly, Senso is the main restaurant delivering colourful and flavoursome international buffets. However, when you move away from Senso you’ll really start travelling. For example, Veda and Noble House have both looked to the east for their inspiration. South Asian classics are on offer in Veda. Indian spices will liven up your evening meal. Whereas Noble House focuses more on southeast Asian influences to cook up an aromatic storm. Meanwhile, Segala showcases all the delights of the local culinary scene. Feasting on a multitude of mouth-watering Maldivian meals is the perfect way to end your day. But, to rewind slightly, how are you best spending your days? Things to do at InterContinental Boasting beachfront positioning on the north coast, you couldn’t be better placed to expore the island. So, if you can drag yourself away from the InterContinental Mauritius beach, get out and explore. After all, you’re only 15-20 minutes from the capital and vibrant Grand Baie. How about spending a day in Port Louis? Although, if you don’t fancy roaming too far, InterContinental can cater to you. With a host of land and water sports available from tennis to snorkelling, sharpen your skills or try something new. On the theme of trying something new. The resort’s PADI Dive Centre is perfect for learning how to get below the waves. Mauritian dive sites are some of the best in the world, with incredible submarine sights to be seen. Take your first steps on a wild jouney of aquatic discovery here. You never know, you could uncover a passion for diving. Activities for kids at InterContinental Your older kids might like to get involved in that plethora of sports and water sports. But little explorers are well taken care of too. The Planet Trekkers Kids Club is perfect for offering your tykes a space to be themselves. Open to children up to 12 years old, the club lets them play with children their own age and offers a range of engaging activities and equipment. Elsewhere, while those little hands are being occupied in at Planet Trekkers, you could take a wander to the spa. Spa InterContinental Boasting a choice of up to 50 treatments, Spa InterContinental is your tranquillity HQ. Here, trained therapists utilising a mixture of organic products and relaxing techniques work out all your kinks. With everything from saunas to body scrubs available, there’s no better place for delivering indulgence. Ready to find out more? InterContinental Mauritius Resort Balaclava Fort is the perfect place for your island escape in 2022. So, click the button below to start building your quote. You’ll be stretched out on the sand in no time.
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