SO Sofitel Mauritius

SO Sofitel - 5 Star Resort (Mauritius)

SO Sofitel - Resort Overview

New Vision Of Contemporary Luxury In The Heart Of Nature

Sofitel So Mauritius is a 5 star luxury eco-chic hotel located in Bel Ombre. It features innovative architecture by Lek Bunnag and interior design by Kenzo Takada.

The hotel has two dignified labels notably, Sofitel Legend and Sofitel So which are two sisters brands that cater for different niche segments within the market. They are legendary and luxurious establishments each with its own history.

You will find these luxurious properties in destinations such as Hanoi, Netherlands, Old Cataract Egypt and Santa Clara. All are in themselves, an iconic property featuring among the finest hotels in the world with an exquisite décor.

They are all Legendary Places, hosting Legendary People, creating Legendary Stories.

You will find these Luxurious properties in destinations such as, Hanoi, Netherlands, Old Cataract Egypt, and Santa Clara. All are in themselves, an iconic property featuring among the finest hotels in the world with an exquisite décor.

Sofitel So Mauritius, brings you to one of the nature's finest settings, soothing yet vibrant, elegant and naturally sophisticated place with high standard services to give you unforgettable moments!

Enjoy the comfort at its best with its luxurious rooms which have exquisitely been designed.

It features an exclusive collection of eco-friendly rooms, suites and beach villas. Along with the accommodation, you will discover the incomparable tropical delight of outdoor bathtubs and showers.

The Sofitel So accommodates around 92 rooms, suites & villas. These include:

• 84 Lushury Rooms (60 m²)
• 4 Beach Suite with Plunge Pool (100 m²)
• 2 Beach Suite Family with Plunge Pool (110 m²)
• 2 Beach Villas with Pool (230 m²)
• Guest Service Pavillion

Hotel Location:

From Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport, take the M1 direction Plaine Magnien. Turn left at Savanne Road (B8) at the junction marked Riviere des Anguilles, following this to Souillac. From Souillac take the coast road (B9) to Beau Champ.

Sofitel So Mauritius is 1.5 km west from Beau Champ and 30 kms from Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport. The nearest main town is 30 kms to the north at Curepipe where you’ll find plenty of shops. The only motorway in Mauritius, the M1, is 25 kms away.

SO Sofitel Accommodation:

The So concept portrays luxurious accommodations with its So rooms and So Villas. The accommodation entails the exquisite So lushury rooms and the So Villas consisting six exclusive Beach Suites (including Beach Suite Family and Beach Villas).

Lushury Rooms

The lushury rooms provide you an ultimate luxurious accommodation with its pure white rooms, a hint of stunning lime green touches that blends into the natural environment, including the eco-chic room in your own lush garden with an outdoor shower, just for you!

Lushury room is a blend of "Lush" and "Luxury room", since hotel architecture and room design were inspired by nature. Hotel is located in tropical garden, in the middle of luxuriant vegetation and nested in nature.

If you are seeking for a luxurious Mauritius vacation, then you will not be disappointed with the comfort that these rooms have in store for you. Comforts, including the clever lighting, modern bean bag chairs, along with complimentary Wi-Fi and the latest technology.

These lushury rooms are equally designed for romantic couples to enjoy intimate accommodation in a beautiful natural setting.

Delight in Sofitel's MyBed concept, with a king-size bed, feather-soft duvets and plump pillows – and a dressing room in the spacious bathroom.

Experience an al fresco bath with scented waters and cocoon yourself beneath the stars in the privacy of your own tropical garden.

Room Amenities:

• 100 sqm of private space
• Access to the beach via landscaped tropical gardens
• Air conditioning
• BOSE Wave sound system
• Complimentary Wi-Fi internet, also accessible on TV
• Dressing room
• Espresso machine
• Flat screen with satellite/cable TV
• In-room safe
• In-suite dining
• iPod docking station
• Kenzo Takada exclusive decoration and hospitality products
• Minibar
• MyBed concept (twin or king size)
• Optional connecting rooms
• Outdoor bath and shower
• Private garden, terrace and patio

Beach Suites

Relish the fantastic ocean views on Mauritius' natural south coast with us! The Beach Suites guarantee you an ultimate comfort and relaxation with vibrant coral touches which reflect the spirit of the tropics.

Suite Amenities:

• 160 sqm of private space
• Direct ocean view
• 24-hour So Special butler service
• Air conditioning
• BOSE Wave sound system
• Complimentary Wi-Fi internet, also accessible on TV
• Direct access to the beach via landscaped tropical gardens
• Dressing room
• Espresso machine
• Flat screen with satellite/cable TV
• In-room safe
• In-villa dining
• iPod docking station
• Kenzo Takada exclusive decoration and hospitality products
• Minibar
• MyBed concept (king size)
• Outdoor shower
• Plunge pool
• Private garden, terrace and patio

Beach Suites Family

The Sofitel So Hotel presents its two beautifully designed Beach Suites Family accommodation. They have a separate sleeping area for a maximum of two children under 12.

The Beach Suites have been meticulously designed for those who want to spend a wonderful time with their family. Just a few steps from the beautiful ocean, the Beach Suites Family have gracefully been integrated into the natural environment, cautiously designed by Lek Bunnag and beautifully decorated by Kenzo Takada.

Experience the ultimate comfort and relaxation, with private plunge pools, patios with open showers, a private garden and direct access to the beach.

Suites Amenities:

• 170 sq m of private space
• Direct ocean view
• 24-hour So Special butler service
• Air conditioning
• BOSE Wave sound system
• Complimentary Wi-Fi internet, also accessible on TV
• Direct access to the beach via landscaped tropical gardens
• Dressing room
• Espresso machine
• Flat screen with satellite/cable TV
• In-room safe
• In-villa dining
• iPod docking station
• Kenzo Takada exclusive decoration and hospitality products
• Minibar
• MyBed concept (king size)
• Outdoor shower
• Plunge pool
• Private garden, terrace and patio
• Separate sleeping alcove for two children under 12

Beach Villas

The Beach Villas consists of two villas of 230m² with its high ceilings, Zen-like private garden, a delightful swimming pool, yoga pavilion and hammam.

You can prepare a snack in the fully equipped kitchen, dine by candlelight in the intimacy of your villa, or relax while your So Special butler prepares a barbecue.

A perfect Mauritius getaway for up to two adults and four children, or four adults and two children under 12.

Villa Amenities:

• 350 sqm of private space
• Direct ocean view
• 24-hour So Special butler service
• Air conditioning
• BOSE Wave sound system
• Complimentary Wi-Fi
• Direct access to the beach via landscaped tropical gardens
• Espresso machine
• Family-friendly accommodation
• Flat screen with satellite/cable TV
• Fully equipped kitchen
• In-room safe
• In-villa dining
• iPod docking station
• Kenzo Takada decoration and hospitality products
• Living, dining and dressing rooms
• Minibar
• Two bedrooms with MyBed concept, walk-in showers and baths
• Outdoor shower
• Private garden, patio and terrace with 27 sq metre swimming pool, hammam and yoga pavilion

Sofitel Romantic Holiday Packages

So In Love

At the Sofitel So Hotel, we make sure that lovers are not neglected. Enjoy a luxurious honeymoon hideaway on Mauritius' white-sand South Coast.

We provide three best romantic packages, ensuring intimate and relaxing moments.

These include:

• Honeymoon
• Wedding
• Privacy and Seclusion

Sofitel Honeymoon Packages

The Honeymoon package offers you unique romantic moments in your private villa or suite. You may fancy a romantic dinner for two on the beach, bottle of tasteful champagne with Sabrage ritual, spa treatment for couple and an exclusive Kenzo Takada gift.

Wedding Packages

Make your dreams come true with our memorable week-long wedding packages in Mauritius. Celebrate your wedding in the paradise island with incredible beaches on the unspoilt south coast surrounded by a blue lagoon and tropical nature.

You will be provided with an experienced and passionate wedding coordinator who will help you plan your special day; perhaps a romantic ceremony on the beach, a champagne sabrage reception for your guests, a spectacular wedding meal with a specially prepared cake and live music – even fireworks! Arrange hairdressing, make-up, a photographer and also wedding album so that your memories last a lifetime.

Wedding Option:

Tailor-made wedding packages may include:

• Airport transfer
• Bridal bouquet
• Champagne
• Decorations
• Fireworks
• Hairdressing and make-up
• Late checkout
• Massage for two
• Musical entertainment
• Optional DVD of the ceremony
• Personal wedding coordinator
• Photographs and album
• Romantic dinner on the beach
• Transfer to Port Louis for marriage administrative procedures
• Wedding breakfast or brunch with champagne
• Wedding cake
• Wedding dress and suit pressing
• Welcome amenities

Sofitel Privacy & Seclusion Package

Our hotel value your privacy and lone moments, and this is why we believe in giving you the best services. The hotel caters 32 acres of luxuriant tropical gardens, which is equally like the Garden of Eden; Shrubs; palms and flowering bougainvillea tumble towards a natural lagoon with live corals fringed by 540 meters of soft white sand.

Take a leisurely and romantic stroll in our Eden like garden to evoke your romantic emotions and help you get closer with your partner.

Whether it’s an intimate candle-lit dinner in your villa or suite, slipping into the softness of an Yves Delorme bathrobe, or cuddling up in a feather-soft MyBed, a stay at Sofitel So Mauritius is an irresistible experience for honeymooners and wedding couples.

Services

• 24 hour butler service
• So SPA
• So Fit
• Complimentary WIFi
• Kids Clubs
• Swimming Pool
• 2 Tennis Courts
• Boat House
• So Boutique

So Wellness

The So Wellness concept includes interesting packages such as the So SPA and Well-being, and the So Fit.

So SPA

Sofitel So SPA at So Mauritius, provides you excellent Spa treatment with our reliable experts on hand who take time to understand your needs and will even heat your treatment bed to your desired temperature. Our wide range of spa treatments include Mauritian massage, traditional Chinese treatment, state-of-the-art beauty treatment or acupuncture with golden needles.

Please check our special So SPA menu which includes a wide choices of Spa sessions including, SO SPA Healing by Acupuncture, So Mauritius Signature consisting So Hibiscus, Hibiscus therapy, Original 'Bois Cheri', and Four Teas Ceremony.

Soak up the serenity of the relaxation areas in this unique Mauritius spa!

Facilities:

• 2 double rooms for couples' massages
• 2 Hammams
• A hot and cold plunge pool
• Yoga Pavillion
• Tai Chi Sessions
• French cosmetology with organic products by Thémaé
• Spa treatments in the privacy of your suite, villa or garden

Sofitel Well-Being

At Sofitel So Mauritius, we care for your well-being. We provide you trained therapists who will help you choose your specific spa treatment according to your needs.

Try our natural local products based on hibiscus, coconut and papaya, organic products by Thémaé, innovative anti-ageing treatments, acupuncture with golden needles.

For something a little different, there are also treatments inspired by traditional Chinese medicine, using seasonal ingredients to help balance the body’s energies.

Sofitel So Fit

You can still keep fit while in holidays with us. The So FIT gym provides you a relaxing, naturally lit setting for your training session.

Relish the cutting-edge Technogym equipment, with a treadmill elliptical cross trainer and bikes. An experienced fitness instructor can recommend various programs – and take you for an early morning jog along the beach or bike ride along the island's south coast.

You can have a game tennis session on one of the outdoor courts and ask about tennis lessons during your stay.

Opening Hours:

So FIT opens every day from 6am to 10pm. For tennis, jogging, golf, water sports and other outdoor activities, please see the fitness instructor or your So Special butler.

So Sofitel Restaurants and Bars

Restaurants

At Sofitel So Mauritius, the restaurants and bars provide a perfect setting for relaxing and socializing. It offers refined French cuisine with a unique fusion with the dishes from around the world. Lying between the crystal-clear lagoon and exotic gardens, the hotel offers guests with two restaurants and bars.

La Plage Restaurant (12:00 to 15:30, 19:00 to 22:30)

La Plage beach restaurant faces the lagoon and serves a selection of inspired Mauritian specialities, including tapas-style dishes. This lounge-style Mauritius restaurant is chic and laid-back, perfect for a lunch time snack or an evening meal. If you want to taste the typical Mauritian cuisine then you will be definitely impressed!

It provides lunch time snack or an evening meal. As the name suggests, it specialises in fresh catches and seafood.

• live cooking, through our numerous BBQ counter and table d’hôtel
• Opens every day for lunch (12:00 to 15:30) and several times a week at night (19:00 to 22:30) depending of the occupancy rates.

Le Flamboyant (06:00 to 11:00, 18:00 to 23:00)

Discover Le Flamboyant restaurant with its intense flavours of Mauritian-inspired cuisine where the richness of local produce meets French savoir faire. The restaurant has a dining area overlooking a SO pool and the turquoise lagoon.

It derives its name from the well-known summer blooming tree. This tree is rightly known as the flame tree due to its splashy display of clustered vibrant colours which straight away catches one's attention.

The vibrant colour of the beautiful Flamboyant has been inspired by the interior designs of Kenzo TAKADA. Set yourself into an intense experience with the riot of colours of the cushions which add comfort for our diners.

La Plage Bar (12:30 to 15:30, 19:00 to 22:30)

This is the perfect, relaxed spot for a daytime thirst-quencher, an early evening cocktail or a post-dinner nightcap to round off the day. Set on the beach, this Mauritius bar invites you to discover the head barman's contemporary creations which will undoubtedly charm you!

Le Takamaka

Trendy, sophisticated and with views of the Indian Ocean, Le Takamaka is an idyllic setting in which to enjoy an international variety of drinks and light meals. Sip signature and molecular cocktails, sweet or sour, while soaking in the sleek design. There are some DJ nights to get you entertained.

La Piscine

Enjoy our delicious snacks including, sandwich, salads, sushi, and drinks.

• Opens as from 12:30 to 18:30 on reservation for dinner.

Emotional Tables

Savour an exquisite experience of an intimate and romantic dinner for two, in the island paradise of Mauritius. We have our experienced chefs that will make you slurp your delicious cuisine meal.

Choose your theme and immerse yourself in an unforgettable gourmet adventure. Our unique themes consist of:

• So Indian
• So Nature
• So Lagoon

Culture & Events

At Sofitel, we celebrate artistic expression and support cultural events such as fashion shows, art exhibits and concerts. We organise art events such as Fashion Stills which is an exhibit of iconic French fashion photography and Les Escales Littéraires (Literary Escapes) which feature selective works by leading writers.