Check availability and cost (£, Euro, $) on www.holidaynetwork.co.uk Le Canonnier has recently undergone a major refurbishment and guests may now enjoy fully refurbished accommodation, a refitted main restaurant area with decking and re-landscaped gardens. In addition to its fresh, new look, the hotel retains its historical interest and is in a stunning setting on the Cannon Point with an ancient lighthouse, fortress ruins and age-old cannons. Le Canonnier is excellent value for money, there are two large pools and it has a warm atmosphere with friendly and accommodating staff. ROOMS We would recommend that you look at upgrading to a superior room for your holiday together. They are slightly larger. RESTAURANTS There is a choice of 2 restaurants, and a further restaurant for lunch. Le Navigator has stunning views over the Indian Ocean and is a great location for a more intimate meal together. ACTIVITIES The range of land and water sports, many of which are complimentary are sure to keep you both happy. You are invited to use the gym and wellness centre at the nearby Beachcomber hotel, Le Mauricia. Located on the Northern tip of Mauritius, Le Canonnier is set in a region that is blessed with superb climatic conditions. Le Canonnier prides itself on the breathtaking views it boasts over the islets of the Northern coast. It is the resort that has it all for exotic, relaxed and casual holidays. First, it boasts a strategic position close to Grand Baie, the ultimate spot for fantastic shopping. It also displays a smart lay-out that embraces the undulations of the peninsula’s coastline and offers 3 different sun-drenched beaches. The architect has succeeded in enhancing the historical site with a unique design that integrates the remains of the past into a contemporary design. Finally, a panoply of activities and facilities, including the access to the beautiful 9-hole golf course of Trou aux Biches and a total synergy with Le Mauricia for enhanced possibilities. Le Canonnier stands out for its spectacular design and its inimitable atmosphere. It embodies what holiday-makers would expect of a typical hotel with a Mauritian look and feel. Le Canonnier celebrates the colonial legacy of Mauritius in many ways and embraces the philosophy of sustainable tourism. It integrates the relics of the past as original elements of the décor, like those antique canons, which add to the prestige of Le Navigator. On the other hand, Le Canonnier also brings the remains of this cultural heritage to life by transforming the superb lighthouse, entirely made of stone, into the most fantastic Bob Marlin Miniclub. Finally, it evokes with light touches, the British colonial style with, for instance, the palatial staircase that spreads in two parts to greet you as you enter the hotel’s lobby. The natural outline of the hotel itself is different, as the landscape is made of small soft hills. Water is everywhere from the huge swimming pools, to tantalizing ponds clad into delightful cases of verdure. Small cascades, delicately arranged to beautify the waterholes are simply charming. The result: a truly unique character that blends the poetry of a tranquille Mauritian lifestyle into an authentic historical site. The brand new rooms unfold in 2 wings, like a welcoming embrace and will bring you a stylish and trendy design. The furniture is simple; a minimalism that expresses itself into a tasteful combination of colours, material and texture: classical contrasts with red and chic beige, wooden frames, hung to the immaculate walls and fine wooden blinds which let in a subdued natural light. In the Family Duplex, which offers a similar feel and theme, you will find in addition a wooden stairway – a treat for the kids! - which leads to a mezzanine protected from prying eyes by shutters. Le Canonnier offers a wide range of sports like tennis, table tennis, volley-ball, cycling, bocci ball, stretching, yoga, archery and American billiard. All sports are free of charge except for the cycling and American billiard. Experience water sports and facilities such as water-ski, windsurf, sailing, kayak and pedal boat rides, glass bottom boat trips, scuba diving, snorkelling, deep-sea fishing and aquagym. All sports are free of charge except for scuba diving and deep-sea fishing. Le Canonnier flaunts a brand new Wellness and massage centre. The spectacular design integrates a centennial banyan tree and 5 massage rooms (including one double cabin) with exterior showers. Combining thatch, ravenala and wooden floors, these authentic cabins overlook the fortifications and the 18th century sea-facing canons. A unique and magic escape. The cutest of the Bob Marlin Miniclub is installed in an old lighthouse with a fantastic view on the lagoon. Parents are invited to leave their children aged between 3 and 12 years old to the care of the qualified and charming personnel. The children are bound to love this adorable Miniclub, sheltered by a magnificent banyan tree and which evokes the magical world of Peter Pans’ Neverland. Baby-sitting A baby-sitting service is also available at the hotel at a minimum cost. A 24-hour notice is however required to secure the baby-sitter. The restaurants and bars of Le Canonnier bear names that immerse you straight away in a tropical and Mauritian context: Le Frangipanier, Le Navigator, Le Kiosque, Le Planteur. Except for Le Navigator, which is located slightly forward, at the tip of the peninsula, the other venues have been organised inside the natural space provided by the 2 rows of rooms spreading in opposite directions. They unveil in their own way the charm and beauty of a tropical paradise while providing you with a choice of eating venues that will cater for all tastes. Open for breakfast and dinner, Le Frangipanier is the hotel’s main restaurant and seats 450. Nestled amidst palm trees, it overlooks the pool and provides immediate access to the bar, amphitheatre and entertainment area. Theme dinners and international buffets are the characteristics of this restaurant. Open for lunch and dinner Le Navigator seats 140. This gorgeous restaurant, which was a former colonial mansion, is set on a small hill and overlooks the beautiful lagoon. Its concept is original: made entirely of wood, thatch and stone, it leads to two paved open-air terraces decorated with ancient canons pointing to the Coin de Mire islet. As the restaurant is located at the tip of the peninsula, it exudes peace and tranquillity. There, you will sample gourmet cuisine with an emphasis on seafood delicacies as well as fantastic lobster evenings. To make the most of its mesmerising location, Le Navigator converts itself into a vibrant open-air discotheque in the late evening. Open for light lunches, Le Kiosque is a cute restaurant that seats 140. It is made of two thatched-roof kiosks set on the edge of the swimming pool. This clever design, in a double-venue, allows the atmosphere to be more intimate, an intimacy reinforced by the protecting shades of the palm trees. Le Kiosque offers enticing “A la Carte��? meals in a convivial yet private atmosphere. Le Planteur Bar Le Planteur Bar is the main bar, located in the middle of the lush gardens. A brilliant option if you want to spent the afternoon soaking in the genuine atmosphere of the hotel while overlooking the pool and gardens. Le Navigator Bar Located off the main hotel area, Le Navigator Bar stays open till late. It offers a pretty design with round tables set on a series of wooden decks arranged amidst a luxurious garden and refreshing water ponds. www.holidaynetwork.co.uk