Heritage Awali Golf & Spa Resort

Heritage Awali's accommodation is built for comfort and space, with 154 deluxe double rooms, five suites and one private villa. Every room opens onto a private balcony or terrace, most with views over the gardens, pools or lagoon, and all are fitted with air conditioning, satellite television, telephone, minibar and electronic safe. The décor is contemporary tropical, clean-lined and uncluttered, with natural materials, neutral tones and splashes of colour from local art and textiles.

Rooms are generous in size, with king or twin beds, walk-in showers (suites add bathtubs) and enough wardrobe and drawer space for longer stays. The suites step up in scale and privacy, with separate living areas, larger terraces and upgraded amenities, while the private villa is ideal for families or groups wanting total seclusion with dedicated service. Housekeeping is discreet and thorough, and turndown service is standard.

The all-inclusive package covers meals and drinks across the resort's venues, with a strong choice of cocktails, wines and spirits. Specific premium brands and champagne inclusions can vary by package, so it's worth checking what's included for your travel dates. You've got several dining options across the week, from buffet-style themed nights to beachside à la carte. Zafarani serves Indian Ocean and Creole cuisine with live cooking stations and themed evenings, Savana focuses on grilled meats and seafood in a relaxed poolside setting, and Boma offers African-inspired dishes around an open fire. Reservations may be required for certain venues, but the variety across the week is strong enough to avoid repetition.

For golfers, the layout works well. The course is a short buggy ride or 10-minute walk from the main resort buildings, with its own clubhouse, pro shop, practice range and putting green. Post-round, you can head straight to the spa, the beach or one of the pools without backtracking. The resort may also offer access to other courses in the Heritage portfolio for guests wanting a second 18 holes during their stay, subject to package and availability, and tee times are easy to arrange through the concierge.

The Seven Colours Spa is set in its own tropical garden with treatment rooms that open onto private courtyards. Therapies range from traditional Mauritian massages using local oils to Ayurvedic rituals, facials and body wraps, and the beachside massage pavilions are worth booking. The spa also includes a hammam, sauna, Jacuzzi and relaxation lounges, and couples' treatments are popular.

Three pools cater to different moods: a main infinity pool with ocean views, a family pool with shallow areas for children and a quieter pool area near the spa. The beach is pristine, protected by the reef and ideal for swimming, paddleboarding and snorkelling. Non-motorised watersports are included, as are two floodlit tennis courts, beach volleyball, pétanque and a well-equipped gym.

Evenings are low-key but varied, with live music most nights, themed dinners and the option to retreat to the Infinity Blue bar for cocktails and lagoon sunsets. The billiards room and library offer quieter alternatives, and the resort's size means it never feels overcrowded, even at full capacity. Staff are attentive without being intrusive, and the service standard is consistently high across restaurants, spa and golf operations.