

Your Sanctuary for Relaxation and Pleasure in Mauritius
This sustainable, adults-only (16+) boutique hotel, a member of Design Hotels, impresses with its ideal location, unique ambiance, and outstanding cuisine.
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Relax by the Sea
Experience paradise at Hotel SALT of Palmar on the east coast of Mauritius. Located directly on the white sands of Palmar beach and just 1.7 km from Belle Mare, enjoy views of the turquoise sea and the island's stunning beauty. Mauritius International Airport is only 47 km away, ensuring a convenient journey.
- Use of the outdoor pool with loungers, parasols, and beach towels
- Access to the gym and leisure activities, such as yoga, kayaking, pedal boating, aqua aerobics, and more
- One welcome drink
- Water, yoga mat and block, bathrobe, beach bag in the room
- Wi-Fi
Booking information
Minimum stay 4 nights: 27 December - 1 January 2025
Personalised Wellness Consultation
Participate in a 30-minute one-on-one coaching session with a wellness coach who will provide you with invaluable tips for your physical and mental well-being, including simple meditations and fitness practices. Afterwards, indulge in a soothing spa treatment starting with a 60-minute full-body massage using essential oils specifically aimed at reducing stress and relaxing muscles. It's the perfect opportunity to nurture both body and mind!
- 1x One-on-one Coaching Session with the Wellness Coach
- 1x Soothing Full Body Massage (60')
Additionally included for SpaDreams guests
- Use of the outdoor pool with loungers, parasols, and beach towels
- Access to the gym and leisure activities, such as yoga, kayaking, pedal boating, aqua aerobics, and more
- One welcome drink
- Water, yoga mat and block, bathrobe, beach bag in the room
- Wi-Fi
Morning Stretching & Balance
Experience a gentle session that enhances flexibility and mobility, accompanied by breathing techniques to free the mind – all while stretching on the beach. Afterwards, enjoy a 90-minute signature stress relief massage focusing on tensions in the neck, shoulders, and back. Your massage can be customised with hot stones or deep tissue techniques to suit your needs. It's the perfect opportunity to relax and realign with yourself!
- 1x Stretching & Balance session on the beach, 1x individual stress relief massage with hot stones or deep tissue techniques (90')
Additionally included for SpaDreams guests
- Use of the outdoor pool with loungers, parasols, and beach towels
- Access to the gym and leisure activities, such as yoga, kayaking, pedal boating, aqua aerobics, and more
- One welcome drink
- Water, yoga mat and block, bathrobe, beach bag in the room
- Wi-Fi
Morning Wellness
Experience a guided nature walk in Bras D’eau Forest, designed to enhance mindfulness and deepen your connection with nature. After your walk, indulge in a rejuvenating spa treatment featuring a 60-minute detoxifying body scrub, followed by a refreshing wrap to cleanse and revitalise your skin. It's the perfect way to connect with nature and pamper yourself.
- 1x Nature walk through the Bras D'eau forest
- 1x Detox body scrub followed by a body wrap (60')
Additionally included for SpaDreams guests
- Use of the outdoor pool with loungers, parasols, and beach towels
- Access to the gym and leisure activities, such as yoga, kayaking, pedal boating, aqua aerobics, and more
- One welcome drink
- Water, yoga mat and block, bathrobe, beach bag in the room
- Wi-Fi
Retreat for a Strong Immune System
Experience relaxation SALT-style: Get active, calm your mind, and enjoy two days filled with well-being and renewed energy. Start with invigorating morning rituals, aqua fitness by the sea, and rejuvenating therapies. Indulge in healthy delicacies that boost your mood and strengthen your immune system. Find your balance and leave everyday stress behind – for enhanced relaxation and well-being!
- 1x Breakfast, 2x Lunch, 2x Afternoon Tea, 1x Breathing Exercise/Sound Bath, 1x Fitness Session: Stand-up Paddling & Core Workout, 1x Workshop: Antioxidant Cooking, 1x Morning Power Walk on the Beach with Stretching, 2x Wellness Drink, 1x Fitness by the Sea, 1x Kombucha Demonstration, 1x Foot Care, 2x SALT Therapy (Self-meditation), 1x Small Gift for Home
Retreat Schedule (subject to change)
Day 1: Individual Arrival
Day 2:
09:00 Welcome
09:15 Conscious Breathing and Sound Bath
09:45 Wellness Drink
10:00 Stand-Up Paddling, followed by a Core Workout on the Beach
11:15 Workshop on Preparing Antioxidant-rich Foods with the Head Chef, followed by Lunch
13:30 Relaxation and Sunbathing
15:00 Afternoon Tea
15:30 SALT Therapy (Self-meditation)
Day 3:
06:30 Power Walk at Sunrise on the Beach, Stretching and Breathing Exercise by the Pool
08:00 Delicious Green Smoothie, 08:15 Healthy Breakfast
10:00 Fitness by the Sea
11:30 Kombucha Demonstration, followed by a Vegan Lunch
14:30 Foot Care and SALT Therapy (Self-meditation)
15:00 Afternoon Tea
15:30 Departure (Small Gift with Tips for a Healthy Immune System)
Additionally included for SpaDreams guests
- Use of the outdoor pool with loungers, parasols, and beach towels
- Access to the gym and leisure activities, such as yoga, kayaking, pedal boating, aqua aerobics, and more
- One welcome drink
- Water, yoga mat and block, bathrobe, beach bag in the room
- Wi-Fi
Booking information
Minimum stay 4 nights: 27 December - 1 January 2025
Language of instruction: English
Wellness Warrior Retreat
Experience an extraordinary wellness adventure that strengthens both body and mind: At SALT of Palmar, a 5-day retreat awaits you, filled with healthy cuisine, invigorating exercise, and inspiring natural experiences. From yoga at sunrise, forest bathing, and kombucha workshops to soothing massages and halotherapy – this programme combines balance and wellbeing. Enjoy fresh, local ingredients, relax with unique rituals, and discover the beauty of the coast on a bicycle safari.
- 2x Breakfast, 2x Lunch, and 5x Dinner (excluding drinks), 4x Halotherapy at SALT Equilibrium (30'), 1x Morning Exercise, 1x Introduction to Raw Food Cuisine, 1x Sunrise Yoga, 1x Resilient Equilibrium Massage Synergy for Stress Reduction and Immune Boost (60') with a Foot Ritual (15') & Halotherapy (15'), 1x Forest Bathing in Bras D’Eau: Guided Forest Walk with Meditation, Gentle Stretching, and a Picnic Lunch, 1x Float-Fit in the Pool (60'), 1x Mindfulness Experience during a Walk, 1x Introduction to Making Kombucha and Kefir, 1x Visit to the Laventure Technical School for People with Disabilities, 1x Hatha Yoga, 1x Aqua Fit in/at the Pool, 1x Abdominal-Legs-Glutes Workout (60'), 1x Bicycle Safari along the Palmar Coast
Retreat Schedule (subject to change)
Day 1:
Individual arrival in the morning and welcome
3-course lunch menu
Halotherapy at SALT Equilibrium
Dinner at the Pool Bar
Day 2:
Morning Exercises with the Wellness Coach
Breakfast at "The Good Kitchen"
Introduction to Raw Food Cuisine followed by Lunch
Resilient Equilibrium Massage Synergy for Stress Reduction and Immune Boost (60') with a Foot Ritual (15') & Halotherapy (15')
Dinner à la carte at The Good Kitchen
Day 3:
Sunrise Yoga
Breakfast at "The Good Kitchen"
Forest Bathing in Bras D’Eau: Guided Forest Walk with Meditation, Gentle Stretching, and a Light Picnic Lunch
Float-Fit in the Pool with the Wellness Coach (60')
Halotherapy at SALT Equilibrium (30')
4-course dinner menu
Day 4:
Mindfulness Experience during a Walk
Introduction to Making Kombucha and Kefir
Halotherapy at SALT Equilibrium (30')
Visit to the Laventure Technical School for People with Disabilities
Healthy 3-course menu at The Good Kitchen
Day 5:
Hatha Yoga
Aqua Fit in/at the Pool with the Wellness Coach
Halotherapy at SALT Equilibrium (30')
Abdominal-Legs-Glutes Workout (60')
Bicycle Safari along the Palmar Coast
Dinner à la carte at The Good Kitchen
Day 6: Departure
Additionally included for SpaDreams guests
- Use of the outdoor pool with loungers, parasols, and beach towels
- Access to the gym and leisure activities, such as yoga, kayaking, pedal boating, aqua aerobics, and more
- One welcome drink
- Water, yoga mat and block, bathrobe, beach bag in the room
- Wi-Fi
SALT of Palmar in Detail
Your Hotel
Located on the east coast at one of Mauritius's most exquisite beaches, the adults-only boutique hotel SALT of Palmar is a member of Design Hotels™, blending design, luxury, and sustainability. Here, you can immerse yourself in the culture and hospitality of Mauritius. The hotel stands out with its sustainable, plastic-free concept focusing on local and natural products. It also serves as the perfect base for numerous water sports. Guests have the opportunity to participate in yoga classes four times a week, harmonising body and mind. For moments of relaxation, the inviting pool area and SALT Equilibrium are available, where you can indulge and rejuvenate your body and soul.
Location & Surroundings
The SALT of Palmar hotel is situated directly on the white sandy beach of Palmar on the east coast of Mauritius, approximately 1.7 km from Belle Mare. From here, you can enjoy the breathtaking beauty of the island and the views of the turquoise sea. Mauritius International Airport is about 47 km away, allowing for a quick and convenient arrival.
Dining & Leisure
"The Good Kitchen" delights you daily with fresh, healthy, and regional delicacies, all under the motto 'Good for the Soul - Good for the Planet'. The hotel prides itself on using local products sourced directly from its own herb garden, a nearby farm, and regional fishermen. Whether you prefer vegan, vegetarian, or meat dishes, every culinary desire is catered for. Lactose-free and gluten-free options are also available.
At "The Good Kitchen", breakfast is served à la carte. With half board, full board, or all-inclusive, you'll enjoy an à la carte dinner in the evening, and with full board and all-inclusive, also an à la carte lunch. For all-inclusive guests, afternoon tea, coffee, and snacks are available. The à la carte concept actively contributes to reducing food waste and promotes a sustainable dining approach.
The in-house SALT Bakery offers a selection of homemade pastries. During the day, the pool bar "The Beach" indulges you with Mauritian snacks and various cocktails. The Rooftop Bar, offering a breathtaking view of the ocean, is the ideal place to relax and enjoy a delicious aperitif in a serene atmosphere.
Since June 2025, the hotel has expanded its culinary offerings with the new restaurant Tek Tek – a haven for those who appreciate creative cuisine with local roots. The menu focuses on a small, seasonally changing selection of dishes, inspired by Mauritian cuisine and given a modern twist. With just a few tables, Tek Tek offers an intimate atmosphere, ideal for a peaceful dinner away from the hustle and bustle. Located next to the pool, it provides a wonderful view of the Indian Ocean – perfect for winding down the evening at sunset.
Wellness & Spa
At SALT Equilibrium, the name sets the tone. Our salt-based spa offerings include a variety of treatments such as relaxing massages, aromatic therapies, cosmetic treatments, and facial treatments (at a charge). The area features four treatment rooms, a salt room, a hydro lounge, and a cosy relaxation corner.
INFO: The spa primarily uses the purest organic salt, traditionally hand-harvested in the Black River Region of the island. Guests can experience its healing effects, for instance, in the island's first salt room or during a body scrub.
Fitness & Courses
At SALT of Palmar, guests have the opportunity to participate in yoga classes four times a week. Sunset Yoga, for example, offers a wonderful opportunity to peacefully end the day and bring both body and mind to rest. Additionally, Hatha Yoga and Ashtanga Yoga are available. For an energizing start to the day, the Sunrise Salutation is ideal to gently prepare you for the day ahead.
The hotel also offers a small gym, perfect for cardio sessions, training with dumbbells, or mobility exercises. For a quick boost, healthy snacks such as homemade protein balls are available along with fresh water and towels to make your workout even more enjoyable.
Pool Area
The hotel features an outdoor pool with a sea view (heated in winter).
Free Time
The hotel offers a wide range of activities, from sports to relaxation and creative options, including:
- Yoga: Rise & Shine Yoga, Sunset Yoga, Stretching on the beach
- Sport activities on the beach: Beach football, Beach volleyball, Beach jogging
- Fitness and movement: Boot Camp Circuit, Natural Movement Session, Abs-Legs-Glutes, Boxing by the sea, Aqua Fitness, Float-Fitness
- Water sports (depending on tides): Pedal boating, Stand-Up Paddling, Kayaking
- Wellness & Relaxation: Relaxation walk, Beauty tips
- Creativity: DIY food waste recycling, DIY bath bomb crafting, Water lab: learn to enrich water with herbs, fruits, and syrup, Stone painting
* Subject to changes
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Getting There
Nearby Airports
Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (MRU): (aprox. 46 km / 60 minutes)
Round-trip transfer for a fee per vehicle 102 €
Note: Transfer also available as a group transfer, 26€ (approx. UK £22 / USD $27) per person
Additional information
Knowledge of English is advantageous.
Guests aged 16 and over are welcome.
Dogs not permitted.
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Hotel rooms at a glance
59 modern rooms without TV, with shower/WC, hairdryer, air conditioning, bathrobe, safe, radio, telephone, coffee/tea set, yoga mat and block, Wi-Fi, balcony or terrace. Garden view (approx. 355-398 sq ft). Sea view (approx. 334-398 sq ft) with sea view. Bang on the Beach (approx. 334-366 sq ft) facing the beach. Best on the Beach (approx. 409-506 sq ft) facing the beach.