Mauritius ∙ Westküste ∙ Balaclava

The Westin Turtle Bay Resort & Spa Mauritius *****

MRU056
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Location

The resort is located in the west of the island, directly on the fine, gently sloping sandy beach of Balaclava. Nestled between a breathtaking marine nature reserve with an adjacent lagoon and numerous sugarcane fields, the resort blends ideally into its surroundings. The airport is approx. 80 minutes away by car.
Aerial view of beach bungalows next to clear turquoise water and sandy beach.
Row of lounge chairs with umbrellas on a sunny sandy beach under trees.
A tropical beach with palm trees, sun umbrellas, and clear blue water under a blue sky.

Facilities

Terrace seating area overlooking palm trees and the sea under clear blue sky.
Wooden walkway with glass railing leads to a modern hotel overlooking the sea at sunset.
Modern hotel bar area with wooden ceiling, bar stools, and daytime pool view.
The hotel has 190 rooms and offers a lobby with a reception, entrance hall, and a lobby bar. Culinary options include a main restaurant (buffet and show cooking), 4 à la carte restaurants (Creole, Indian, Japanese, and International), as well as a beach/lounge bar and a beach grill. In the garden area, there are 2 swimming pools (1 pool is heated and adults-only) with a sun terrace. Loungers, sunshades, and beach towels are included. There is also a hairdresser and a mini-market in the hotel.

Accommodation

Junior Suite

The Junior Suites, approximately 63 m² in size, feature a king-size bed or two queen-size beds, a bathroom with bathtub and separate shower, toilet, tea and coffee making facilities, minibar (for a fee), flat-screen TV, air conditioning (centrally controlled), safe, iron/ironing board, free Wi-Fi, iPod docking station, and room service (for a fee), as well as a balcony with seating and garden view. (J2A)
(Additionally bookable under MRUA35 with J2A, with queen-size bed (JSC) or king-size bed (JS).)

Hotel room with bed, sofa, TV, and view of a terrace and garden with palm trees.
Cozy hotel room with double bed, sofa, glass table, and subtle wall decorations.
Modern hotel bathroom with freestanding bathtub, glass shower, and double sink.
Modern hotel room with large bed, sofa, and desk.
Elegant bathroom with freestanding bathtub, glass shower, and double sink.

Junior Suite Turtle Bay

These Junior Suites, with all other amenities the same, feature a king-size bed, side or direct sea view, an additional outdoor shower, and are also more spacious (approx. 76 m²). (J2B)

Wellbeing Suite

The Wellbeing Suites are approximately 124 m² in size and feature a combined living/sleeping area with a king-size bed, large bathtub and shower/toilet, double vanity, bathrobe/slippers, and a balcony or terrace.

Bright hotel room with large windows, balcony, and sea view.
View from a covered terrace overlooking tropical palm trees and the sea at a hotel.
Luxurious bathroom with a freestanding bathtub, large shower, and modern fixtures.
Bright hotel room with double bed, balcony overlooking the sea, and seating area
Modern hotel room with a cozy bed, sofa, and flat-screen TV.
Balcony with table and chairs overlooking palm trees and clear ocean water

Heavenly Junior Suite

With the same amenities as the Junior Suite with a king-size bed. They are slightly more spacious (approx. 65 m²) and located in the first row to the beach. Also bookable as Heavenly Family Junior Suite for an additional charge.

Board

Half or Full Board

All meals in buffet form.

All Inclusive

All Inclusive

All meals in buffet form. Lunch and dinner also available à la carte. Local alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks at the bars that are open. Coffee and tea in the afternoon.

Sports Included

Fitness center, aqua aerobics, tennis, volleyball, badminton, kayak, pedal boat, windsurfing, snorkeling, and sailing (Laser).

Sports for a Fee

PADI diving school.

Children's Program

Mini/Kids Club for ages 4 to 12 with a playroom and playground, as well as a children's pool.
Inviting pool area with lounge chairs, stone wall, and lush greenery under sunshine.
Children's playground with red slide and sandy surface outdoors.
Hallway with colorful wall decorations and vibrant cushions next to glass walls in a hotel.
Modern waiting area with colorful seats and built-in wall niches with cushions

Wellness

Luxury villa with wooden walkway over water pools and dark tiled roofs under blue sky
"Heavenly Spa by Westin" (1500 m²): Massages and treatments for a fee. Entry from 18 years of age.

Hotel Service

24-hour room service (for a fee), Wi-Fi throughout the property free of charge.

Credit Card

VISA, MasterCard, and American Express.
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Deposit: A credit card or cash amount may be required upon check-in for unforeseen expenses.

Hotel features

  • Direct Beach Location
  • Spa
  • Children's Playground
  • Family Friendly
  • Children's Pool
  • Diving
  • Tennis
  • Sandy Beach
  • Extended Hygiene Concept

Sustainability

Travel with a Future provides assistance in making conscious decisions. Our label identifies hotels that are certified according to internationally recognized standards for sustainable operating practices and actively invest in a more sustainable future. These standards encompass social responsibility, environmental awareness, and cultural and economic aspects of sustainable tourism, as defined by the Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC).

Further information on sustainability at schauinsland-reisen at: https://nachhaltigkeit.schauinsland-reisen.de/reisen-mit-zukunft

This hotel has the following certification:
  • Green Key

Note

For stays from 01.10.2025 onwards, the Republic of Mauritius will levy a tourism tax, which is to be paid by the guest locally, similar to a visitor's tax. The tourism tax is €3 per person per night and must be paid by all travelers aged 12 and over.
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Not all areas of the hotel are accessible to people with disabilities.

Seasonal Note

Additionally bookable under MRUA35

Country category

5 Sterne