Set
on the island of Mauritius in the sparkling Indian Ocean, One&Only
Le Touessrok is a pinnacle of tropical luxury and one of the most
romantic places on earth. The resort is on the east coast of the
island of Mauritius, 50 minutes from the airport, 50 minutes from
the capital Port Louis, and 20 minutes from the One&Only Le
Saint Géran.
Le Touessrok reopened in December, 2002, adding contemporary sophistication
to its original Mediterranean village style. A wooden bridge links
to Frangipani Island, where there are new suites. On Ile aux Cerfs
there is a new restaurant and the new championship golf course,
endorsed by Bernhard Langer, due to open September 2003. Ilot
Mangénie, the resort’s retreat island, is five minutes
away by private boat.
The One&Only Le Touessrok is reborn after comprehensive rebuilding
and restyling. Acutely sensual, with contemporary haut chic, it
has new rooms and suites, new cuisines, new Givenchy Spa relaxations,
and a new championship golf course.
Timeless are
the white sand beaches, the blue Indian Ocean, the offshore island
retreats, the star-filled nights and warm-breeze days. Sleek,
romantic - a pinnacle of tropical luxury on the beguiling island
of Mauritius.
Guests are
greeted by a dramatic, light-filled lobby with views straight
out across the free-form swimming pool to the lovely curve of
the bay. Walls of off-white stucco are set off by chocolate brown
wicker furniture and splashes of distinctive color. An elegant
wooden bridge crosses to Frangipani Island, with its fabulous
new Givenchy Spa and Matt Roberts Fitness Centre. Barlen's - the
new beachside restaurant - looks directly over the bay and 130
new suites follow the contours of the island so that every single
one has an unimpeded sea view.
Six new restaurants and bars launch superb new menus, each with
its own unique ambience and design features. Free sporting facilities
include windsufing, water skiing, snorkelling trips, Hobie cats,
Lasers and Kayaks, beach volleyball, tennis, table tennis, billiards
and golf at One&Only Le Saint Géran.
Services
Butlers at One&Only Le Touessrok go the extra mile for guests.
Available 24-hours they'll take care of every whim - unpacking
and packing services, in-room dining, and the special Beach Butler
service designed to pamper sun worshippers with trays of fresh
fruit and exotic cocktails. Personalized excursions programs can
be created to match guests interests and create holiday memories
sure to last a lifetime.
Guest
Rooms
On the mainland, the Hibiscus Wing consists of 37 Deluxe rooms,
32 new Junior Suites and the refurbished Royal Suite. The Coral
Wing has 31 Deluxe rooms and a Junior Suite. On the private Frangipani
Island, there are 98 newly-built suites, all sea-facing.
Frangipani Island
98 new Junior and Ocean Suites grace the exclusive Frangipani
Island, linked to the mainland by a spectacular wooden bridge.
All suites look outwards over the crystal Indian Ocean, lulled
by the far-off boom of the surf on the coral reef, circling the
island to give huge panoramic views.
The suites are airy split-level layouts with chic off-white walls
and porcelain tiled floors, crisp white Egyptian cottons on the
beds, bathrooms with funky egg-shaped baths of poured marble/concrete
(with sea views and more than enough room for two), fiber optic
lighting, Philips DVD/CD/VCD players and plasma-screen TVs contrasting
with rich African woods, soft fabrics and decorative panels reminiscent
of traditional Creole designs. The Hibiscus and Coral Wings are
magnificently placed along stretches of white sandy beach.
The Hibiscus and Coral Wings
The Hibiscus wing features 32 new Junior Suites, 37 refurbished
Deluxe Rooms and the crowning jewel - The Royal Suite.
The Coral Wing faces east towards Ilot Mangénie, affording
guests perfect sunrise views. The Coral Wing has 31 refurbished
Deluxe Rooms and a Junior Suite. All rooms look out over the sun-drenched
sea and are the epitome of cool tropical luxury.
Recreation
Sports enthusiasts will find themselves in paradise at One &Only
Le Touessrok. Stunningly landscaped private grounds enfold the
hotel - offering tennis courts, golf, bowls and the Matt Roberts
Gym - while the sea is an integral part of its design, with
its four beaches and two separate islands, a huge variety of
watersports and ample opportunities for rest and refreshment!
All guests have access to free watersports and basic tuition from
the hotel's fully-trained team of instructors. The perfect way
to try waterskiing, windsurfing and sailing safely for the first
time, or simply to brush up your skills by using high-quality
boats, boards and skis for no extra charge. The watersports facility
on Ile aux Cerfs, accessed by a free boat shuttle from the main
hotel (10 minute ride), provides plenty of activities for water
enthusiasts. Many of these sports are free of charge to hotel
guests.
Golf
A championship golf course of extraordinary concept and immaculate
execution has been created off the coast of Mauritius. One
& Only Le Touessrok Golf Course is on its very own tropical
island in the blue Indian Ocean, fringed by white sands with
a backdrop of green mountains – truly one of the world’s
great golf settings.
The island
is just perfect for golf. It has a coastline of little bays, inlets
and promontories – natural undulating topography, volcanic
rock outcrops, lakes and gullies, and a profusion of tropical
trees and plants. Ile aux Cerfs Golf Course is destined to become
one of the wonders of the game. All 18 holes have views of the
ocean – some with glimpses across clearings through the
trees; others by coming close to the shore.
There are
nine lakes in all, with a number of holes requiring tee shots
across sea inlets to the fairways. The water and the expansive
bunkers of indigenous white sand set off the natural backdrop
of trees and vegetation.
Playing at
over 7000 yards/6476 metres, this is the longest course in Mauritius,
with the holes snaking up and down the length of the island. Bernhard
Langer has designed the course to challenge advanced players,
while remaining exciting and playable for recreational golfers.
This has been achieved with four sets of tee decks for each hole,
so the angles of attack and approach vary – with a generous
provision of fairway where appropriate. The greens are mainly
small and undulating, requiring precise approach shots
The course
is open from 6:30am to sunset daily.
Hole 1 Lava Rock
425 yards/389 metres Par 4
A good tee shot must carry a natural pond and volcanic lava rock-face.
The second shot should be aimed at the left-hand side of the generous
green, sloping towards the guarding bunkers.
Hole 2 Wee
View
360 yards/329 metres Par 4
A birdie opportunity for most golfers – with a good tee
shot and precise second shot to a small and undulating green
perched above the level of the fairway.
Hole 3 Rock
Ridge
208 yards/190 metres Par 3
The prevailing wind at the golfer’s back makes this hole
play a little shorter than it looks, but be thankful for a par
and move on.
Hole 4 Split
Decision
566 yards/518 metres Par 5
A real birdie or eagle chance for most players. A good tee shot
must avoid a rock ridge which splits the middle of the fairway
and offers two distinct routes to the green.
Hole 5 Tidal Pool
390 yards/357 metres Par 4
After a tee shot towards the right side of the fairway, the second
shot here is key to a good score as the green is guarded by one
of the prettiest tidal pools on Ile aux Cerfs.
Hole 6 Beach
657 yards/601 metres Par 5
The long sixth plays along the full length of the spectacular
beach. The tee is towards the right side of the fairway, which
sweeps around the dogleg towards the generous sloping green.
Hole 7 Mangrove
432 yards/395 metres Par 4
An accurate tee shot is required on this dogleg hole to avoid
the trees on both sides of the fairway. The tides slip in and
out of the playing areas on the second shot.
Hole 8 Plateau Verde
125 yards/114 metres Par 3
This little gem offers a short but demanding tee shot. The elevated
green is perched high above the fairway and surrounded by mangrove
trees and volcanic lava outcrops.
Hole 9 Turn
562 yards/514 metres Par 5
This classic dogleg is played across a pond to a spectacular green
perched on top of a rock. The green is receptive enough for the
long hitters to have a go with their second shots.
Hole 10 Banyan
409 yards/374 metres Par 4
The start of the back nine requires a good tee shot avoiding a
large Banyan tree on the left. A testing approach shot to the
small sloping green must skirt the mangrove forest.
Hole 11 Round the Bend
618 yards/565 metres Par 5
The long eleventh plays towards the sea with views of the mountains
on the mainland. A bunker guards the inside of the dogleg on the
second shot, while the green is protected left and right by bunkers.
Hole 12 Cat
and Mouse
457 yards/418 metres Par 4
With the hole falling away to the beach surrounded by sand, the
view of the Cat and Mouse mountain on the second shot is truly
memorable. But focus on golf, and come away with a par.
Hole 13 Rock Ledge
188 yards/172 metres Par 3
The tee is near the beach and the wind will normally be coming
from the right. The green is tucked between rock ledges left and
right and just over a tidal pool in front.
Hole 14 Slot
337 yards/308 metres Par 4
The truly courageous player can have a go at this par 4 green
from the tee. A smarter play may be a lay-up to a level fairway
lie and a short approach to a long narrow green.
Hole 15 Razorback
183 yards/167 metres Par 3
A narrow ridge-running par 3 with the prevailing wind from the
left. Keep the tee shot low, and a generous,
receptive green awaits.
Hole 16 Little
Dell
369 yards/337 metres Par 4
The different tees are stretched out along a ridge, dramatically
changing the angle of play, from a carry over mangroves and the
sharp dogleg to a straight tee shot. The green is protected by
two small volcanic outcrops.
Hole 17 Tree-tops
378 yards/346 metres Par 4
The tee shot must carry a mangrove bay. The approach shot is to
a narrow greenhard by the coastline and must negotiate a small
bunker guarding the front of the green.
Hole 18 Carry
Me Home
418 yards/382 metres Par 4
The mangroves must be carried on the tee shot and again on the
approach. The green offers a huge, three-level target. A par on
this hole gives a true sense of accomplishment.
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