From the glamour of “Les Années Folles” at The St. Regis Le Morne, hosting its first Gilded
Season, to stripped back luxury at The Westin Turtle Bay Resort Mauritius celebrating a
‘Nature is the New Nightclub’ theme and festive fun for the whole family at Le Méridien Ile
Maurice, with open-air movie nights, Nativity show, Sega dance tutorials and more – the
resorts promise something for everyone this Christmas
September 2025 – The festive season is all about sharing meaningful time with the people you love, and the
fabulous three Marriott branded hotels on the Indian Ocean Island have each curated a magical programme of
events for guests to celebrate in style this Christmas and New Year.
The St. Regis Le Morne Resort, Mauritius is evoking a gilded age with jazz-lit soirées, champagne receptions, and
a speakeasy night; Le Méridien Ile Maurice is going for a whimsical fairground spirit with playful, colour-washed
experiences; and at The Westin Turtle Bay Resort & Spa Mauritius, the focus will be on the natural world and
mindful pleasures that nourishes both body and mind.
All three resorts offer sophisticated dining, luxury accommodation, holistic spa treatments, white-sand beaches,
ocean adventures, and panoramic views of the lush Mauritian landscape.
LE MÉRIDIEN ILE MAURICE
Ranked as second “Best of the Best Hotels” in Africa in TripAdvisor’s Traveler’s Choice Awards and marking its
25th anniversary this year, Le Méridien Ile Maurice is recreating all the fun of the fair from 22nd December – 4th
January. Christmas Day gets off to a heady start with a parade of stilt walkers ahead of the promise of a very special
visit from the North Pole. Other family activities during the festive season include open-air movie nights at the
beachside cinema, a Nativity show, beach volleyball and bocce ball tournaments, and a chance to learn Sega dance.
Home to four top class restaurants – specialising in live India cuisine, Pan-Asian fine dining and reimagined Creole
classics – the resort is also hosting experiences including a Teppanyaki evening, beach barbecues and a stunning
five-course tasting experience featuring the aromatic Perigord black truffle while the New Year’s Eve buffet boasts
a Charlie and the Chocolate Dessert Corner to round the year off on a sweet note. A gravity-defying aerial show
and midnight fireworks will welcome in 2026. Acclaimed as a leading resort for multigenerational holidays,
Christmas at Le Méridien Ile Maurice promises a season of wonder with moments designed to spark genuine
connection.
Rates: Festive rates at Le Méridien Ile Maurice start from €4,458 (approx. £3,890) per room for a seven-night stay from 23rd –
30th December. A seven-night stay over NYE from 28th December – 4th January starts from €4,308 (approx. £3,760) per room.
- Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve dinners are included as from Half Board onwards.
THE WESTIN TURTLE BAY RESORT & SPA
This leading wellness destination is recognised for its leadership in sustainable tourism and has recently been
Green Key certified for the second consecutive year. Its festive offering from 22nd December – 4th January, invites
guests to reconnect with nature, community and with themselves – under the theme of ‘Nature is the New
Nightclub’.
From crafting sessions creating dragons and lanterns from upcycled materials to hands-on nature workshops and
guided walks – including an After Dark Adventure – young guests are wonderfully catered for. Adults can enjoy
everything from a Christmas cocktail competition to learning the art of Chinese calligraphy, to sea-walk
meditations and karaoke under the stars. Guests can spend Christmas Eve all together round the campfire listening
to stories and music before heading to a gala dinner of seasonal favourites and classic holiday dishes. They can
also expect a surprise guest appearance at Mystique Beach on Christmas Day!
As the sun dips beyond Turtle Bay on New Year’s Eve, guests can enjoy a last sunset toast in 2025 before getting
ready for a laser show countdown and a night of barefoot dancing to island rhythms.
Rates: Festive rates at The Westin Turtle Bay Resort & Spa start from €4,008 (approx. £3,498) per room for a seven-night stay
from 23rd – 30th December. A seven-night stay over NYE from 28th December – 4th January starts from €4,008 (approx.
£3,498) per room. - Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve dinners are included as from Half Board onwards.
THE ST. REGIS LE MORNE RESORT
Part of Marriott International’s global portfolio of extraordinary hotel brands, the St. Regis Le Morne Resort,
Mauritius boasts the island’s best beachfront address and is renowned for its all-suites butler service and signature
rituals. Inspired by the irrepressible glamour of “Les Années Folles”, the resort is hosting its first Gilded Season
from 20th December – 8th January with a thoughtfully curated Festive Calendar. The Christmas buildup for younger
family members includes a tree lighting ceremony and Elf Parade, gingerbread decorating, carols, a Christmas
show and of course Santa’s grand arrival on Christmas Day itself.
Guests can spend New Year’s Eve dining on a lavish spread of ocean treasures and prime cuts at the elegant Le
Manoir Dining Room or at a five-course celebration by the sea at The Boathouse. They will see in 2026 with
fireworks set against the dramatic backdrop of Le Morne mountain, then dance the night away at the Midnight
Soirée.
If visitors can drag themselves away from the iconic Le Morne beach with its expansive and pristine swathe of
golden sand, there are plenty of active options during the festive season – bike tours to the breathtaking Maconde
viewpoint, lagoon fishing, culinary workshops, sunrise yoga, family fitness sessions and so much more. A special
programme for those celebrating Orthodox Christmas on 6th January starts with a sumptuous feast – Champagne
and lobsters on the beach evoking the decadent spirit of the 1920s, followed by a fire performance, live DJ, and
fireworks.
Rates: Festive rates at St. Regis Le Morne Resort start from €12,493 (approx. £10,903) per room for a seven-night stay from
23rd – 30th December. A seven-night stay over NYE from 28th December – 4th January starts from €14,970 (approx. £13,065)
per room.
