Bellevue Tamarin

When you think of the word Penthouse you think luxury. This penthouse was certainly not that. Our main concern was the safety of the electrics which blew repeatedly every night, luckily the owner showed us where the fuse box was so we could reset it every time we were plunged into darkness. We worked out in the end that we could only use one appliance at a time. The overhead fan in the main room was broken and we could not even use the very noisy free standing fan they provided as a replacement when using the cooker or any other appliance as the electrics blew. The bedding was cheap and crumpled; the bedroom was advertised on ********** as having blackout and an overhead fan, it had neither. I note they have updated that information on ********** website now. Generally the penthouse is run down and done on the cheap and to top it all there is a very noisy construction site next door to compete with the noise of constant traffic on the road below and barking dogs. We booked this penthouse apartment for 11 nights but only endured 4. We have received a partial refund but not full for the nights we did not stay. Most annoying and upsetting is the owners claim we had not informed them of the repeated electrical problems and that we were leaving, despite the fact that one of them stood in the kitchen/ living space face to face with me the night before we left and witnessed my stress and upset with constantly blowing electrics and I told her we would be leaving the next day. With this in mind we are not interested in any comments the owners have to make and won’t be reading them, as they are clearly happy to be dishonest. If you like a homestay feel and lot’s of interaction with the owners this is the place for you - the owners clearly enjoy talking to and organising their guests. I know they will be disappointed with this review but I can only be honest to help other fellow traveler's make an informed choice. We had traveled 24hrs after a busy few months looking forward to a relaxing break and were bitterly disappointed and it ruined our holiday. We just wanted privacy and safe accommodation. My comments are only regarding the Penthouse, I cannot comment on the standard of the other rooms on offer.

Staying at Ali, Pascale and Fabrice place has been one of our favorite adventures in Mauritius. Imagine a lush garden with palms and flowers, a pool overlooking the ocean and a roof terrace with sunset view, a studio all for yourself (plus friends or family of course), and still this is only part the experience. What you find in Bellevue Tamarin is a warm welcome and that family feeling that makes you wanna spend the whole day talking with your hosts. Fabrice, Pascale and Ali are very experienced in hosting guests from all over the world and they are exceptional at tailoring your stay based on your interests and passions. I would definitely recommend Bellevue Tamarin to anyone looking for a 5star experience without being in a resort or hotel. Thanks again Ali, Pascale and Fabrice, we’ll definitely be back :)