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Réunion
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Réunion
is a truly remarkable island. Although situated in the Indian Ocean just
next door to Mauritius, it is actually an overseas département of France.
There are some excellent beaches and the scenery inland is staggeringly
beautiful. There is an active volcano to explore, mountains which often
disappear into the clouds as the day progresses and some amazing
waterfalls. The three mountain ‘cirques’ of Salazie, Cilaos and Mafate
are absolute musts.
No photograph can really
do justice to Réunion as the scale of the scenery is simply too vast.
A self-drive itinerary is the best way to explore although some of the
mountain roads are particularly challenging. Nervous drivers are strongly
recommended to stay at a beach resort and take organised tours into the
mountains (all of which may be pre-booked).
If there is anywhere you would
like to stay or anything you would like to do in Réunion which is not
featured below, please ask, as we can usually help. For example, for
fit, experienced walkers, we can also arrange mountain trekking, staying
overnight in mountain gites (dormitory-style accommodation).
Réunion is a walkers’ paradise. For walkers who
prefer the overnight comfort of a hotel, we are always happy to advise
on where best to stay.
Accommodation may be booked with or without air
travel. Contact us for expert and friendly advice on planning your
itinerary.
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Accommodation |
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We feature
below a selection of properties which we can personally
recommend. All rooms have bath/WC or shower/WC - only additional
facilities are listed. We have added our own impressions to help give you
a feel of the accommodation. Please click on the links below to go
straight to hotels in the listed areas. |
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Saint-Gilles-les-Bains
area
Most visitors to Réunion spend time here, many making this their base
from which to visit the rest of the island. Some of the best beaches are
to be found in this area and many of the hotels are directly adjacent to
them. Saint-Gilles itself is a small but busy little town, well worth a
visit. To the South of the town lies Hermitage beach where the reef lies a
distance away from the beach, forming the calmer waters of the lagoon.
Sometimes spectacular waves can be seen crashing onto the reef. |
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Le Saint-Alexis - 4 star - Boucan CanotRooms: telephone, TV, air conditioning and fan,
safe, jacuzzi, minibar
Hotel:
lounge, bar, restaurant, swimming pool with giant jacuzzi, fitness centre
with sauna and steam bath, watersports available nearby
Special Offers:
Reductions for early bookings, honeymooners (half board
basis only) and free nights at certain times of the year. Please ask for
details.
This hotel of 60 rooms and suites has the unique feature of a swimming
pool which links the centre of the hotel with the restaurant at the edge
of the beach by means of wide channels. Several of the ground floor rooms
have direct access to the pool. From the lounge you can see underwater in
the swimming pool. Le Saint-Alexis is elegant and the rooms spacious. It
is one of the very best hotels on Réunion and situated on one of the best
beaches.
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Grand
Hôtel du Lagon - 4
star - La Saline-les-Bains
Rooms: telephone, TV, air conditioning,
safe, hairdryer, minibar, balcony or
terrace
Hotel: bar, 3 restaurants, swimming pool, fitness centre, shops, tennis
courts, table tennis, volley ball, bike rental, watersport club (kayaking,
snorkelling)
Special Offers:
Reductions for honeymooners, certain
wedding anniversaries (10 years, 15, 20 etc) and early bookings and free
nights at certain times of year. Please ask for details. One of the best hotels on Réunion,
Grand Hôtel du Lagon has 174 rooms
in 23 villas, spread over a vast area of lush estate beside the Hermitage
beach and lagoon. It has an enormous swimming pool. |
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Le
Boucan Canot - 4 star - Boucan Canot
Rooms:
telephone, TV, air conditioning, safe, hairdryer, minibar
Hotel:
bar, restaurant, swimming pool
Special Offers:
Reductions for honeymooners at certain times of the year.
Please ask for details.
A more economical 4 star hotel,
situated on one of the best beaches. 48 rooms, almost all of which face the
ocean. |
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Le Nautile - 3 star - La
Saline-les-Bains
Rooms: telephone, TV, air conditioning, safe, hairdryer, minibar, balcony or
terrace
Hotel: lounge, bar, restaurant, swimming pool
Special Offers:
Reductions for honeymooners (half board basis only) and reductions for
half board for all clients at certain times of the year. Please ask for
details.
Le Nautile is situated directly on Hermitage beach with its white coral
sand, beside the lagoon in the quiet and residential village of La
Saline-les-Bains, a short drive away from the main centre of
Saint-Gilles-les-Bains. All 43 rooms are housed in two charming
Créole style buildings, which are divided by a good sized swimming pool. |
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Novotel Coralia - 3 star - L’Hermitage-les-Bains
Rooms: telephone, TV, air conditioning, safe, hairdryer, minibar. All rooms
face mountains or gardens, most having balcony or terrace.
Hotel: bar, snack bar, restaurant, two swimming pools, shops,
tennis courts, table tennis, volley ball, archery. A variety of watersports is available.
Special Offers: Free nights at
certain times of the year. Reductions for honeymooners at certain times of
the year. Please ask for details.
Situated on the beach beside the Hermitage lagoon, the Novotel Coralia
has 173 comfortable rooms set within seven acres of pleasant gardens. The
hotel has more of an international feel to it than some of the smaller
properties, but offers a wide range of facilities. |
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Hotel
Swalibo - 3 star - La Saline-les-Bains
Rooms:
telephone, TV, air conditioning, safe, fridge, balcony or terrace
Hotel:
bar, restaurant, swimming pool, lounge/library, jacuzzi
250 metres from a lovely beach,
this 30 room hotel is small and intimate. A more economical 3 star
hotel. |
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Résidence
Tropic - 3 star - L’Hermitage-les-Bains
Rooms:
telephone, TV, air conditioning, kitchenette, balcony or terrace
Hotel:
reception, small swimming pool
100 metres from the beach, the
40 studios and duplexes are all nicely furnished. This recently opened
complex is ideal for those of an independent nature who wish to
self-cater or to experience local restaurants. |
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Alamanda - 2 star -
L’Hermitage-les-Bains
Rooms: telephone, air conditioning
Hotel: bar, restaurant, swimming pool, shop
Special Offers: Reductions for
honeymooners. Please ask for details.
An excellent value for money hotel with 58 rooms. The rooms are small
but nicely decorated. The whole hotel has a friendly, cosy atmosphere.
Hermitage beach is just a short walk from the hotel. Other nearby
attractions include tennis, cinema, casino and discotheque. |
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Filaos - 2 star - L’Hermitage-les-Bains
Rooms:
telephone, TV, air conditioning, fridge, balcony or terrace
Hotel:
bar, restaurant, swimming pool, lounge
Special Offers: Reductions for honeymooners. Free
nights at certain times of year. Please ask for details.
This hotel has 44 rooms (some with
kitchenettes) and is within easy reach of shops and restaurants. It is just
100 metres from a lovely beach. |
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Hell-Bourg
This is a
picturesque village situated high in the mountains in the cirque of
Salazie with some stunning views. Many walks and mountain treks start
from here. Among the more easily visited sights here is Maison Folio, a
traditional Créole house and garden built in the 19th century, lovingly
restored and cared for. For those with just a short time here, there is
a very pleasant walk among bamboo trees to Les Anciens Thermes, the
ruins of an old thermal spa which was originally built in 1852. It is a
lovely spot for a picnic. |
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Relais
des Cimes - 2 star
Rooms:
telephone, TV, hairdryer
Hotel:
bar, restaurant
29 rooms, some across the road
from the main building. Situated in the picturesque village centre close
to the shops. Excellent restaurant. |
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Les
Jardins d’Héva - 2 star
Rooms:
telephone
Hotel:
bar, restaurant, sauna/jacuzzi, shop
10 rooms, decorated in
individual themes. There is a wonderful view from the
restaurant/breakfast room. A short walk up a steep hill from the village
centre.
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Relais
des Gouverneurs
Hotel:
restaurant
6 simple rooms, no telephones,
no TV’s. Situated close to the shops, a short walk away from the village
centre. |
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Cilaos
This is a quite unique town, situated high in the mountains and
surrounded by them on all sides. It is hard to imagine how such an
isolated spot ever became inhabited. This is partly explained by it being
a spa town, to which visitors originally flocked to take the waters. The
scenery is spectacular throughout the drive from the coast and it is an
essential place to visit for anyone spending a holiday on Réunion.
Be warned however, the drive is not for the faint-hearted. It is said that
there are over 400 bends in the road, many of them hairpins which are both
tight and steep. If you are at all a nervous driver, take an organised
tour to Cilaos! |
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Les Chenets - 3 star
Rooms: telephone, TV, hairdryer, minibar
Hotel: lounge/library, bar, restaurant, swimming pool, sauna
Les Chenets is the most upmarket hotel in Cilaos. It is situated a
little further from the main shopping area than the other hotels but still
within easy walking distance. The 47 rooms are beautifully decorated, some in
bright colours. |
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Le
Tsilaosa - 3 star
Rooms:
telephone, TV, jacuzzi, hairdryer, minibar
Hotel:
lounge, breakfast / tea room
A lovely family-run hotel situated
in the main street of Cilaos. Just 15 stylishly decorated rooms. The tea
room, which is open all day, is something of a local institution. |
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Le Vieux Cep
- 2 star
Rooms: telephone, TV, terrace or balcony
Hotel: bar, restaurant, breakfast room, swimming pool, sauna
Most of the 44 rooms have a splendid view of the surrounding mountains.
The hotel is situated in the heart of Cilaos, close to the shops. |
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Les Aloès
Rooms: telephone, TV
This charming little hotel of just 10 rooms has a very cosy atmosphere.
It operates on a bed and breakfast basis, breakfast being taken on the 1st
floor balcony area, weather permitting.
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Bourg-Murat
This is the place to stay if you want to see the volcano. The Volcano
Museum (Maison du Volcan) is in the centre of the village, but it is a
further 45 minute scenic drive to reach the volcano itself, travelling on
the way across the lunar landscape of the Plaine des Sables. It is
possible to walk to the summit of the volcano, which is a 5/6 hour return
trip from the car park, best undertaken in the early morning before the
clouds descend. |
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Les Géraniums - 2 star
Rooms: telephone, TV
Hotel: lounge, bar, restaurant
This small hotel of just 25 rooms is well-known locally for the quality
of its food. From the restaurant and some of the rooms there is a
wonderful panoramic view of the mountains, including the Piton des Neiges,
the highest point on the island. |
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L’Ecrin - 2 star
Rooms: telephone, TV
Hotel: bar, restaurant, sauna
This hotel offers just 21 rooms. It is 150 metres from
the Maison du Volcan. The mountains can be seen from the grounds. The
restaurant serves both French and Créole cuisine. |
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Le Volcan
- 2 star
Rooms: telephone, TV
Hotel: bar and restaurant at Auberge du Volcan across the road.
Situated just a short walk from the Maison du Volcan, the hotel has 9
rooms, furnished simply but comfortably. |
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Saint-Leu and the South
Saint-Leu is home to the Turtle
Centre (Kélonia). Saint-Pierre is the second
largest town in Réunion and many say it has
more to offer than its larger rival, Saint-Denis, especially with its
golden beach. This is the gateway to the Wild South of the island where
you will find rough seas and tall black cliffs, pretty Créole
houses in lush gardens and vast lava flows either side of the main coast
road. The area is well situated for day trips up into the mountains or
to the volcano. |
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Palm
Hotel & Spa - 4 star - Grand’ Anse
Rooms:
telephone, TV, air conditioning, safe, hairdryer, minibar, balcony or
terrace
Hotel:
bar, 2 restaurants, 2 swimming pools, spa, shop
Special Offers:
Reductions for honeymooners. Free nights at certain times of year.
Please ask for details.
Situated high above the
beautiful beach of Grand’ Anse, this newly-built, luxurious hotel has 65
rooms and a spa with private treatment rooms, hammam and jacuzzi. A
shuttle service operates to the beach. |
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Villa
Belle - Deluxe Guest House - Saint-Pierre
Rooms:
TV, air conditioning, hairdryer, fully-equipped kitchen
Hotel:
lounge/restaurant, swimming pool, sauna
Somewhere quite special. Very
comfortable, private and extremely well furnished, this lovely guest
house has a very high specification with just 3 rooms which are more
like suites. Situated in the town of Saint-Pierre, approximately 10
minutes walk from the sea front. |
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Blue
Margouillat - 3 star - Saint-Leu
Rooms:
telephone, TV, air conditioning, hairdryer, balcony or terrace
Hotel:
bar, restaurant, swimming pool, lounge/library
Special Offers:
Reductions for honeymooners at most times of the
year. Please ask for details.
With just 12 rooms and 2
suites, this delightful, intimate hotel is ideal for couples. The
restaurant, which overlooks the ocean, is highly recommended and we
suggest accommodation on a half board basis. All rooms are sea-facing.
The beach is 300 metres downhill from the hotel. |
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Le
Domaine des Pierres - 3 star - near Saint-Pierre
Rooms:
telephone, TV, air conditioning, safe, hairdryer, terrace
Hotel:
bar, restaurant, swimming pool
41 rooms in single storey
chalet-like buildings around a lovely swimming pool. Pleasant atmosphere
amid palm trees. Situated beside the Parc Exotica with over 5000
different varieties of exotic plants on display. The hotel is well
situated for exploring the south east and mountainous areas of Réunion. |
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Le
Dimitile - 3 star - Entre-Deux
Rooms:
telephone, TV, safe, hairdryer, fridge, balcony or terrace
Hotel:
bar, restaurant, swimming pool
Situated between the coast and
the mountains, 400 metres above sea level in a picturesque village, this
friendly hotel has just 18 rooms. Originally a 19th century
Créole house, Le Dimitile is within reach of
the mountain from which it takes its name and is just 15 minutes drive
from the coastal town of Saint-Pierre. |
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Saint-Denis
Saint-Denis is the capital city of Réunion. Many buildings and
Créole houses date back to colonial times and the shops which line the
city-centre streets reflect the customs and traditions of three
continents. At the Western end of the waterfront lies Le Barachois, where,
in the early evening, the crowds gather to eat, drink or simply watch the
sunset. |
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Hotel
Bellepierre - 4 star - city heights
Rooms:
telephone, TV, air conditioning, safe, hairdryer, minibar
Hotel:
bar, restaurant, swimming pool, lounge area
Situated in a residential area in
the heights of the city, in our opinion this is the best hotel in
Saint-Denis. There is a beautiful view out over the ocean. The 54 elegant
rooms are spread over 6 levels in an elliptical shaped building. |
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Le Saint Denis
- 3 star - city centre -
waterfront
Rooms: telephone, TV, air conditioning, hairdryer, minibar
Hotel: lounge, bar, restaurant, swimming pool
Situated across a road from the Barachois, the historical heart of
Saint-Denis, this is a large hotel with an international feel. All 118
rooms are spacious and sound proofed. Probably the most comfortable hotel
in the city centre and certainly the best positioned. |
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Le Juliette Dodu
- 3 star - city centre -
close to waterfront
Rooms: telephone, TV, air conditioning, hairdryer
Hotel: lounge, bar, breakfast room/small restaurant, small swimming pool
This Créole style house, the birthplace of the French heroine Juliette
Dodu, dates from the time of the East India Company. The building has been
tastefully renovated and each of the 43 cosy rooms has pleasantly
colourful decor. |
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Central Hotel
- 2 star - city centre
Rooms: telephone, TV, air conditioning
Hotel: breakfast room
This tourist class hotel has 57 rooms and is situated in the centre of
the shopping area. Short walk to the Barachois. For those on a budget it
provides excellent value.
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There
are many excursions available on Réunion, most of which may be booked in
advance. Excursions may only operate on one day per week. If there is a
tour which you particularly want to book, you are advised to confirm the
day of operation when booking your holiday. The following are a selection
of the more popular tours. Prices on request. |
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| Salazie |
The East of
the island with its waterfalls and a visit to the Vanilla factory |
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| Cilaos |
Spectacular
scenery and a town situated high in the mountains |
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| Volcano |
Visit to the
museum and the volcano, one of the more accessible active volcanoes in the
world |
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| Maïdo and
Saint-Paul |
The Cirque of
Mafate,
agricultural museum Stella Matutina and the botanical museum Mascarina |
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| Helicopter |
Flights over the
island (daily) |
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| Big game fishing |
Half
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SUGGESTED ITINERARIES
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tailor-made itineraries and will be pleased to provide a quotation for any
arrangements from accommodation only to a fully inclusive air tour. Below
are a few suggested itineraries, which we hope will give you some ideas
for your own trip. Should you wish to combine your visit to Réunion with
a visit to Mauritius, we should be happy to assist. Please do not hesitate
to telephone us if you need any help or suggestions in planning your
arrangements. |
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R1 |
7 nights Réunion from £1250
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7 nights |
Résidence Tropic, L’Hermitage-les-Bains |
RO |
Overnight flights
London-Paris-Réunion and return with Air France. Airport transfers included. |
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10 nights Réunion
from £1695
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1 night |
Le Saint Denis, St-Denis |
BB |
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2 nights |
Les Géraniums, Bourg-Murat |
BB |
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3 nights |
Le Vieux
Cep, Cilaos |
BB |
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4 nights |
Le Nautile, La Saline-les-Bains |
BB |
Overnight flights
London-Paris-Réunion and return with Air France.
Car hire for 6 days
(Renault Clio or similar) including unlimited mileage. Airport transfers
included. |
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| R3 |
12 nights Réunion
from £1850
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1
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Hotel Bellepierre, St-Denis |
BB |
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2 nights |
Relais des Cimes, Hell-Bourg |
BB |
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2 nights |
Les Géraniums,
Bourg-Murat |
BB |
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3 nights |
Le Tsilaosa, Cilaos |
BB |
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4 nights |
Blue Margouillat, St-Leu |
BB |
Overnight flights London-Paris-Réunion
and return with Air France. Car hire for 12 days (Renault Clio or
similar) including unlimited mileage. Airport transfer on arrival. |
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R4 |
14 nights Réunion
from £2095
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1 night |
Le Juliette Dodu,
St-Denis |
BB |
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2 nights |
L’Ecrin, Bourg-Murat |
BB |
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3 nights |
Les Chenets, Cilaos |
BB |
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8 nights |
Le
Saint-Alexis, Boucan Canot |
BB |
Overnight flights
London-Paris-Réunion and return with Air France.
Car
hire for 9 days (Renault Clio or similar) including unlimited mileage.
Airport transfers included. |
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The number of nights shown
excludes nights on flights to and from the UK. |
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| Prices |
Tour
prices are subject to rate fluctuation during the year but, generally
speaking the months of January -June and September-October are cheaper. Prices are subject
to availability. |
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| Flights |
International flights are on Air France. Aircraft type will be advised with
travel documents. Flying time (via Paris) is ca. 13 hours. Flights to Paris
are also available from Manchester, Birmingham and some other UK airports at
no extra cost (taxes vary however). |
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Economy class
scheduled flights on Air France as specified, airport taxes, passenger
service charges, 20kgs baggage allowance, accommodation sharing a twin room
in hotels. Meals, transfers and car hire as per itineraries. |
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Travel insurance, items of
personal expense e.g. drinks, porterage, telephone calls, gratuities and
excursions. |
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PRICES |
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Charges may apply for some activities/watersports. Additional charges may
apply for the period over Christmas and New Year. Price bands relate to low
and high season. For coding key, see below.
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Réunion
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High
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High |
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Le Saint-Alexis |
BB |
G |
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Le Vieux Cep |
BB |
C |
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Grand Hôtel du Lagon |
BB |
F |
H |
Les Aloès |
BB |
B |
B |
| Le Boucan
Canot |
BB |
F |
G |
Les Géraniums |
BB |
B |
B |
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Le Nautile |
BB |
D |
F |
L’Ecrin |
BB |
B |
B |
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Novotel Coralia |
BB |
E |
G |
Le Volcan |
BB |
A |
A |
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Hotel Swalibo |
BB |
D |
E |
Palm Hotel
& Spa |
BB |
F |
G |
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Résidence
Tropic |
RO |
A |
A |
Villa Belle |
BB |
F |
F |
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Alamanda |
BB |
B |
C |
Blue
Margouillat |
BB |
E |
F |
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Les Filaos |
BB |
B |
C |
Le Domaine des Pierres |
BB |
E |
F |
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Relais des
Cimes |
BB |
B |
B |
Le Dimitile |
BB |
D |
D |
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Les Jardins
d’Héva |
BB |
C |
C |
Hotel Bellepierre |
BB |
F |
F |
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Relais des
Gouverneurs |
BB |
A |
A |
Le Saint Denis |
BB |
E |
E |
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Les Chenets |
BB |
C |
C |
Le Juliette Dodu |
BB |
E |
E |
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Le Tsilaosa |
BB |
C |
C |
Central |
BB |
B |
B |
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Bands are based on prices per person per night in a twin room. Please
note that these are subject to variation throughout the year and are
intended as a guideline only. Please check at the time of booking for
current prices. Many hotels are also available on half board. Prices on
request.
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Up to £30 |
A |
£31-£40 |
B |
£41-£50 |
C |
£51-£60 |
D |
£61-£70 |
E |
£71-£90 |
F |
£91-£110 |
G |
£111-£140
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H |
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