LUX* Grand Gaube has had its interior décor whipped into shape by renowned interior designer, Kelly Hoppen. She has cast her stylish wand over the rooms, accenting gallery-white walls with a fashionably eclectic mix of woven African baskets, hand-made ceramics, vintage rattan furniture and geometric tiles. Look out for cool Gouzou illustrations by French street artist Jace and bold wall murals by Camille Walala throughout the retreat.

This Indian Ocean escape wraps invitingly around a cove at the northern tip of Mauritius. Glorious ocean vistas provide dreamy backdrops for all the African-influenced rooms and suites. Lush gardens of bougainvillae and banyans cocoon a spa, tennis courts, two swimming pools, fitness centre and golf course. Pick from two stunning beaches: caramel crescents of sand edged by palms. The bathwater-warm lagoon is the perfect spot to while away an afternoon; grab one of the hotel’s inflatable pink flamingos for the Instagram money shot.

This is one for lovers of fine food and drink: six restaurants take you on a gastronomic journey from South American flavours at INTI (don’t miss the fresh ceviche) to authentic Creole cuisine at Banyan and a Turkish twist at Bodrum Blue. There’s no impersonal vibe like with some big chain hotels – staff will greet you by name and you’ll be spoilt in the exceptional LUX★ fashion.