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InterContinental Resort Mauritius

5.0 of 5
Balaclava Fort, Coastal Rd, Balaclava, Mauritius
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Ranked #4 of 5 hotels in Balaclava
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 June 2013
Nikhil S New Delhi, India
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Rating summary
  • Sleep Quality
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Location
    4 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Service
    4 of 5 stars
  • Value
    4 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    4 of 5 stars
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New Delhi, India
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 June 2013 NEW via mobile

Great hotel. Excellent Buffett, specially for non vegetarians. Don't know about the lunch as that used be outside while sight seeing but breakfast and dinner spreads are awesome. Was little disappointed with the À la carte as the portions were small. But one thing I loved about place was the ramp off the beach.. Its quite peaceful (the ramp), specially... More

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Arnaud E, Executive Assistant Manager at InterContinental Resort Mauritius, responded to this review
16 June 2013

Dear Therese C, First of all I would like to thank you for taking the time to share your amazing experience with us. I am thrilled to read that we created a Unique, Authentic, Enriching and Memorable experience for both of you. We had been in touch prior to your arrival to organize a few little "specials" and I am... More

Perth, Australia
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 June 2013

Dear Mr Arnaud, From the bottom of our hearts myself and my partner would like to Thank you for everything you did for us during our stay, All the Staff & Team at Intercontinental Mauritius made our holiday the most amazing experience for us and created memories that we will keep with us forever. From the moment we arrived at... More

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Amersham, United Kingdom
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11 hotel reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2013

Just spent a week in pure paradise, . The hotel has the wow factor, and the staff are out of this world!! really felt special, food was amazing something for everyone. Rooms are luxury and fully cleaned everyday.As I'm disabled they gave us a two roomed suite on the ground floor, so I had easy access to the decking and... More

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Arnaud E, Executive Assistant Manager at InterContinental Resort Mauritius, responded to this review
8 June 2013

Dear John A, First of all I would like to thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us. It was a true pleasure meeting you and Gilles. I am delighted to read that you had such a memorable moment in Mauritius thanks to the friendliness and attentiveness of all our colleagues. We all look forward to... More

Bournemouth, United Kingdom
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6 reviews 6 reviews
6 hotel reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2013 via mobile

Just spent a week in pure paridise, all inclusive loved it. The hotel has the wow factor, and the staff are out of this world!! really felt special, food was amazing something for everyone. Rooms are luxury and fully cleaned everyday. Bar service is first class Steeven yes with two e's was totally amazing looked after us everyday. The staff... More

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Arnaud E, Executive Assistant Manager at InterContinental Resort Mauritius, responded to this review
26 May 2013

Dear steve1south, A Big thank you for taking the time to share your wonderful experience with us. I am delighted to read that our people made the difference and especially Steeven from our Bar team and Shane, our Director of Sales and Marketing! We all look forward to welcoming you again next year! Warm regards, Arnaud Esnault Executive Assistant Manager More

Chennai (Madras), India
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15 reviews 15 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2013

I stayed in this place from 14-May-2013 till 20-May-2013 during my honeymoon in Mauritius. Overall, the hotel experience was very good. The staff are friendly, and the hotel itself has a vast beach with activities for all ages. The room was comfortable and the food options are decent. While they have 4 restaurants inside. the restaurant named Senso offers buffet... More

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Arnaud E, Executive Assistant Manager at InterContinental Resort Mauritius, responded to this review
26 May 2013

Dear Chandrashekar S, Thank you very much for taking the time to share your experience with us. I am glad to read that overall you had a great Honeymoon with us thanks to the quality of our facilities and the friendliness of our staff. Kindly be informed that we just installed the WiFi throughout the Resort and that WiFi is... More

Surinam
1 review
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2013

The staff was very accommodating and polite while at the same time I would have liked someone asking me if I would have some more tea or coffee. Food was awesome if you like Asiatic food. Bath room was smelly (cleaning staff came in quickly and tried to resolve but solution was short lived). The individual terrace furniture and generally... More

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Arnaud E, Executive Assistant Manager at InterContinental Resort Mauritius, responded to this review
26 May 2013

Dear Audie200, I would like to thank you for taking the time to share your comments with us. I am thrilled to read that you enjoyed the quality of food and the friendliness of our staff. I have well noted your point regarding the tea / coffee refill and have already passed the message to our Food & Beverage Manager... More

Manchester, United Kingdom
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5 reviews 5 reviews
5 hotel reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2013

Intercontinental Mauritius This is described as a 5 star resort. But it really is more like a 3.5 or 4 star. Upon arrival was shown to the room the property is huge it is a long walk to get from one place to another. Everything is spread out. I was shown to the room and told I have free wifi.... More

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Arnaud E, Executive Assistant Manager at InterContinental Resort Mauritius, responded to this review
26 May 2013

Dear nad_00000, First of all I would like to thank you for taking the time to share your constructive feedback with us. Moreover I would like to present our most sincere apologies for not delivering the experience you were looking for when coming to Mauritius and InterContinental. I have taken the liberty to share your valuable comments with our Management... More

Liverpool, United Kingdom
2 reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2013 via mobile

Fabulous hotel, great service, fantastic food but the evening entertainment was none existent, after 2 weeks we were bored of going to bed at 9.30pm! Therefore only 4 out of 5 stars as one deducted for the poor evening entertainment/atmosphere.

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Arnaud E, Executive Assistant Manager at InterContinental Resort Mauritius, responded to this review
26 May 2013

Dear v, Thank you very much for taking the time to share your experience with us. I am delighted to find out that all in all you had a great 2 week stay with us. We have animations on a daily basis: - Monday: DJ - Music of the 80's - Tuesday: Indian Show - Wednesday: Mauritian night with Sega... More

Kilmarnock, United Kingdom
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4 reviews 4 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2013

From the moment we arrived, everything was terrific at the Intercontinental. We were escorted to our room which was perfect and had a lovely view near the small pool. We had breakfast nearby our room in the Segala restaurant can reccommend the 'eggs benedict' The staff everywhere in the hotel were fantastic and couldnt do enough for us, especially Vashish... More

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Arnaud E, Executive Assistant Manager at InterContinental Resort Mauritius, responded to this review
19 May 2013

Dear S2000_11, First of all I would like to thank you for sharing your wonderful experience with us. I am thrilled to read that you had an absolute fantastic time from the moment you arrived until departure thanks to our facilities but most importantly thanks to the friendliness and attentiveness of our people. I am delighted to read for the... More

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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2013

Dear Intercontinental (Mauritius)Staff and Management Me and my husband would like to take this opportunity to personally thank you from the bottom of our hearts for giving us the holiday of a lifetime! Everything was absolutely perfect - this was the best holiday we had had in our lives, ever. And we have been to Mauritius before. You surprised us... More

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Arnaud E, Executive Assistant Manager at InterContinental Resort Mauritius, responded to this review
19 May 2013

Dear Corn_J287, Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We are absolutely delighted to hear that you had the best vacations ever thanks to the friendliness and attentiveness of our people! I will make sure Sandy gets recognized for his wonderful service and attitude. We truly hope you will be able to come back next year! Warm regards, Arnaud... More

 
 
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Additional Information about InterContinental Resort Mauritius

Address: Balaclava Fort, Coastal Rd, Balaclava, Mauritius
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Region: Mauritius > Pamplemousses District > Balaclava
Amenities:
Beach Business Centre Fitness Centre Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking Children Activities Restaurant Room Service Suites Swimming Pool Wheelchair access
Hotel Style:
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Price Range: $$$
Hotel Class:5 star (5*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
The InterContinental Mauritius Resort Balaclava Fort is located on one of the most pristine stretches of beach overlooking Balaclava, Mauritius. Offering 210 well-appointed rooms including 10 presidential suites, 40 family-type, 20 Jacuzzi rooms, 20 Executive rooms with free WiFi and 120 standard rooms. Facilities include: 3 bars, 5 restaurants, 2 swimming pools including one heated pool, 8 massage rooms, a unique private island, Planet Trekkers kids club, recreational activities, tennis court, 4 meeting rooms & 1 ballroom. ... more   less 
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