Mauritius island has so much to offer, making it a top holiday destination that increases in popularity every year. The list of amazing things to see and do is endless, filling up your holiday with awesomeness and tons of precious moments to remember for a lifetime. During your island stay, you will want to splurge out a bit, dining at fancy restaurants and visiting luxury spas. On top of that, you will want to bring home many beautiful gifts and souvenirs for yourself to keep and to give away. Though Mauritius is a very affordable holiday destination, at the end of the day, you will need to take a look at your spendings. We have got some good news for you. To save some money on accommodation without giving in on charm, luxury or beachfront locations, we have selected the 12 best villas in Mauritius under $200/night:
1. Villa Frangipane
Seeking a real homey and cosy Mauritian home with 5 bedrooms for you and your family to stay all together under one roof at an affordable price? Villa Frangipane overlooks the sea of Pointe D’Esny and you can easily stroll down to the beach to go for a swim, an underwater snorkelling adventure or some watersports fun. The living room has everything needed for a family home. There is a plush sofa lounge for resting and TV watching, a dining table for family meals and a well-equipped kitchen. You can also dine out on the verandah, alfresco style, to the view of the garden. There is no swimming pool but who needs a pool with the sea right in front of your yard?
Around Villa Frangipane
Beach, sun and sea are the most direct surroundings of Villa Frangipane. There are kayaks available at the house should you want to head out to sea for a bit. Nearby, you can visit Mohabourg Village to soak up the tranquil old-world charm ambience. Want to go out for dinner with the family? Try La Belle Creole, Tapas or Les Copains d’Abord for great food and good vibes.
Prices start at US$132 (low season) and US$180 (high season)
2. Villa Frenesie 2
Clean, modern and located in the centre of Grand Baie right in front of the beach, this charming 2-bedroom villa, complete with a private little swimming pool in the garden, is a steal. You can rent Villa Franesie 2 as a 1 or 2-bedroom villa making it the perfect getaway for both couples in love and small families. The villa features an elegant all-white design enriched by hues of light blue. The inside living room is modern and filled with natural light and outside, on the covered veranda, you can experience the tropical way of living.
Around Villa Frenesie 2
The villa is located in Grand Baie, the island’s most popular and happening beach resort town. Watersports, shopping, dining by the ocean, nightlife, markets, all are found in this buzzing town.
Prices start at US$173 (low season), US$203 (high season) and US$278 (peak season).
Related: Beaches in Mauritius
3. Villa Petite Baleine
Villa Petite Baleine makes a wonderful island stay for small families or two couples holidaying in Mauritius. With an enviable absolute beachfront location, just 5 minutes from Grand Baie, you get great value for your money. Two air-conditioned bedrooms, a cosy living room with a kitchen and a breezy veranda with a sitting and dining spots to the view of the ocean. What more could you possibly wish for? Holidaying is indeed wonderful at this traditional Mauritian home. You can even have your own garden BBQ party in the afternoon, evening or whenever, living the good.
Around Villa Petite Baleine
Located by the beautiful beach of Pointe aux Canonniers in the north of Mauritius island, close to Grand Baie, guests get to experience the best of both worlds: tranquillity and nature as well as entertainment and action.
Prices start at US$144 (low season), US$159 (high season) and US$218 (peak season).
4. Villa Quatre Vents
Old-age charm, comfy and homey, Villa Quatre Vents can be rented out as a 2- or 4-bedroom villa. The well-appointed living room flows out to a lovely ocean-view veranda on one side and a second garden veranda on the other, overlooking the swimming pool. Leisure and luxury certainly come naturally with these views surrounding you 24/7. On top of that, there is a private chef cook around to cook up some delicious meals for the whole family to enjoy, adding that extra notch of luxury. There is a fully-equipped kitchen, a BBQ grill and all 4 bedrooms are perfectly bright, clean and restful.
Around Villa Quatre Vents
You won’t have to drive to the beach while staying at Villa Quatre Vents – the sea is right in front of you. The nearest tourist town is Trou D’Eau Douce should you want to go shop or eat out. Ile aux Cerfs is just a 10-minute boat ride away.
Prices start at US$150 (low season), US$187 (high season) and US$313 (peak season).
5. La Case Creole Beachfront Villa
Contemporary, minimalistic and beach-fronted, La Case Creole features both indoor and outdoor hang-out spots, a deep oceanfront lush green garden and 4 bedrooms. The kitchen is hypermodern and there is a Nespresso machine for a good old cup of coffee in the morning. This villa makes a perfect haven for one big family or two smaller ones and it is surprisingly affordable, too!
Around La Case Creole
The beach in front of the villa is called Roches Noires. It is an absolutely beautiful and peaceful beach but makes sure to keep a watchful eye if you are travelling with kids as the current can be strong and dangerous. Up for a thrill? There are watersports such as pedalo, windsurfing and kayaking to be done. Grand Baie is a 30-minute drive away – the place to be for shopping, dining and nightlife with famous hot spots such as Zanzibar and Buddha Bar.
Prices start at US$162 (low season), US$193 (high season) and US$380 (peak season).
Related: What you need to know about Mauritius
6. Villa Jardin
This double-story vacation home features 2 bedrooms on the first floor, each adjoined by a breezy balcony overlooking the garden or the ocean. On the ground level, the living room is furnished elegantly with teak furniture, carpets and flowery curtains. There are comfy armchairs to sit back and watch movies, there is a dining table for 4 and a modern, light-filled kitchen. The veranda makes another nice place to sit, sharing a bottle of chilled white wine in the afternoon or dining to the sunset sky. La Preneuse beach awaits in front of your house, perfect for swimming and afternoon beach walks.
Around Villa Jardin
Villa Jardin is located in the Rivier Noire District on the western coast of Mauritius. A gorgeous beach awaits right in front of the villa but you can also drive to the picturesque Tamarin Bay to spot dolphins. The Seven-coloured earth of Chamarel is not too far away either, so go check this amazing natural phenomenon out and do stop by Chamarel waterfall on the way.
Prices start at US$160 (low season) and US$235 (high season).
7. Villa Du Ciel Bleu
This 3 bedroom villa is super spacious, featuring a big beachfront garden with a private swimming pool to dip into plus a jacuzzi and yet a stay at this luxury holiday home doesn’t break the bank. You can munch on endless BBQ garden parties, relax, spend true quality time with your family and swim in the pool or in the sea. It is all up to you this holiday. Kids will certainly love playing on the manicured lawn of the garden. The living room is also big with multiple seating areas crafted out of teak wood. You can dine indoors or out on the terrace beneath the starry night sky. Life is good and easy at Villa Du Ciel Bleu.
Around Villa Du Ciel Bleu
This villa is located in the west of the island in the Albion region. It is a quiet area in between the capital Port Louis and Flic en Flac. You can go diving, snorkelling and go see the lighthouse of Albion.
Prices start at US$263 (low season), US$284 (high season) and US$360 (peak season).
8. Villa Cap Malheureux 1
This place is a true find located on the gorgeous beach of Cap Malheureux 1. Villa Malheureus 1 is a 3-bedroom, modern holiday retreat with a big indoor living space as well as an outdoor terrace, both with lounge and dining spots. There is a neat American-style kitchen with a bar and stools and there are BBQ facilities available as well. The outdoor area is also expansive, leading directly to the beach where you can swim and explore the underworld world of Mauritius. The two bedrooms are bright, clean and comfy with lovely views of the garden.
Around Villa Malheureux 1
Located in a charming little village, guests staying at Villa Malheureux 1 really get to meet the locals and see the unspoiled beaches and nature of Mauritius. Those who are seeking entertainment, markets, bars and restaurants can easily drive down to the popular beach town Grand Baie.
Prices start at US$180 (low season) US$270 (high season).
9. Eolia Beachfront Villa
This villa of Mauritius is ultra modern and super charming at the same time. With the beach on one side and a tropical garden on the other, it’ll be hard to leave this place for sure! Eolia Beachfront Villa features unique architecture with a light-filled, sleek and clean contemporary-styled living room downstairs and two air-conditioned bedrooms up on the first floor. The huge glass windows provide guests with wonderful views of the ocean or garden. The house is encompassed by a lush green yard, great for kids to run around on. There are sunbeds and the sea is right in front of you. Who said beachfront villas are never affordable?
Around Eolia Beachfront Villa
Located alongside the coastline of Pointe d’Esny, you are blessed with the most beautiful beaches of Mauritius at your doorstep. Nearby, you can get your adrenaline kicks with watersports, or you can go snorkelling or fishing at the Blue Bay Marine Park.
Prices start at US$198 (low season), US$275 (high season) and US$420 (peak season).
10. Athena Villa 1
Athena Villa 1 has all the aspects of a tropical oasis. Not an oasis in the jungle or in the desert – this one is found right by the beach and it comes with all modern comforts and luxuries you could wish for. This spacious and luxurious 1-bedroom villa tucked away in the Athena Villa Complex, makes a perfect love nest for romantic couples and honeymooners who want to float in a private tropical love bubble at an affordable price. The garden is surrounded by lush emerald foliage and there is a private crystal clear swimming pool to dip into. The pool is illuminated by night and the water can be heated upon request for an utterly romantic night swim. The living is soaked in natural light, featuring a plush sofa TV lounge, a teak timber dining table and a modern kitchen.
Around Athena Villa 1
Guests staying at the Athena Villas enjoy access to a private beach in the village of Trou aux Biches. There is a complimentary shuttle service to take you there and get you back. The happening town of Grand Baie is just a 5-minute drive away.
Prices start at US$181 (low season), US$240 (high season) and US$460 (peak season).
11. Veloutier Blanc Beachfront Villa
This tropical thatch-roofed villa perched right on the beach in Pointe d’Esny makes a lovely family home on the island. Featuring an elegant all-white interior design that contrasts beautifully with the gorgeous teak furniture and the view of the azure blue sea just outside, Veloutier Blanc Beachfront Villa houses 3 bedroom suites, each with their own en-suite bathroom. The villa is designed to enjoy the best of in-and outdoors, featuring multiple seating and dining areas. The all-white kitchen comes with a Nespresso coffee machine for the coffee lovers and caffeine-addicts among us.
Around Veloutier Blanc Beachfront Villa
One of the most pristine beaches of Mauritius is located right in front of the villa. The azure blue water couldn’t look any more inviting and the sea is perfect for swimming and snorkelling. You can also go kayaking, windsurfing or stand-up paddling. Be sure to check out Blue Bay Marine Park, just a 15-minute stroll away from the villa.
Prices start at US$198 (low season), US$336 (high season) and US$396 (peak season).
12. Villa Plage
This villa is a truly charming. Ocean views, a big tropical garden, a retro-styled living pavilion and 3 bedroom suites, this white mansion features a covered terrace surrounded by colourful flowers, creating a wonderful place to sit, relax and dine to the view of the mighty ocean with Mount Morne as the backdrop. If not soaking up the ocean view and the soft sea breeze, the living room features a rustic, oldfashioned design decorated with paintings, antiques and teak furniture. Villa Plage really has a family feel and you can easily spend the whole day at the villa, swimming in the sea, barbecuing on the lawn, watching a movie in the living room and dining out on the veranda. Simply wonderful!
Around Villa plage
This villa is found on the white sandy coast of Preneuse in west Mauritius, far away from the madding crowds. Natural beauty and tranquillity are all around you and at Tamarin Bay you can even go dolphin watching.
Prices start at US$235 (low season) and US$437(high season).
See our villas collection in Mauritius. Selected and inspected by Villa-Finder.com.
