KIDS LOVE
- To observe whales along the lagoon
- The kids-club, open for 3-to-12-year-olds
- Vanilla ice-cream from Reunion Island
PARENTS LOVE
- The spacious, family-friendly rooms
- Fligh over the island in helicopter
- Vast choice of restaurant
LOCATION
It is on the west coast of Reunion Island that the luxurious 5-star hotel LUX* Saint-Gilles welcomes you.
LUX* Saint-Gilles can boast of being the only resort on the island with direct access to the Hermitage Beach, the most beautiful beach on the island. Guests have an exclusive location on this stretch of fine sand and its beautiful lagoon.
Reunion has 2 international airports. Roland Garros Airport (locally known as Gillot Airport), north of the island, is a 45-minute drive from the hotel. From Pierrefonds Airport (in the south), it will take you 50 minutes.
DESCRIPTION
Upon your arrival, you will be charmed by the colonial style of the hotel. The luxurious Creole villas that house the rooms are spread out harmoniously, in a green setting. The change of scenery is complete! Continue your discovery of the hotel and stop by the magnificent main swimming pool, the largest on the island at 1,100 sqm.
The LUX* Saint-Gilles immerses you in the heart of the natural beauty of Reunion, with its lush tropical gardens, extending over 17 acres. The perfect setting to enjoy a family walk to the beach.
The hotel has 174 rooms, 8 suites, 3 restaurants, 1 bar, 1 Café LUX*, 1 outdoor pool, 1 wellness center, 1 fitness center, 1 kids’ club, 7 conference rooms, 1 open-air cinema, 1 ground volleyball and 1 tennis playground.
If you dream of getting married in a heavenly place, on the edge of a lagoon with turquoise waters, LUX* Saint-Gilles is undoubtedly the ideal choice. Celebrate the best day of your life in this little corner of paradise and enjoy exceptional service. From the confection of your cake, entrusted to the know-how of the Master Pastry Chef, to the dinner elaborated according to your desires by Chef Philippe Agesidame, everything will be perfect. A master of ceremonies, chosen with care by the hotel, will take care, with you, to create the party that suits you.
“Bleisure” is on the rise. This contraction of the terms “business” and “pleasure” consists of combining business travel with relaxation. The perfect formula for Dads and Moms caught up in their work. The LUX* Saint-Gilles offers you to join the useful to the pleasant by organizing your next business event on site. The hotel has 7 conference rooms adapted to all needs. The Vavangue room, intimate, offers 24 sqm to accommodate 12 people, ideal for a small training. If your event has more scope, the room Canistelle can accommodate 180 people with its 200 sqm. In all cases, the hotel offers free of charge: Wi-Fi access, LCD screen, DVD player, overhead projector, lectern and sound system.
The last day of your stay, finally, stop with the family at the Wish Tree and hang a wish with your coordinates. Every year, a wish is taken from the tree and its lucky owner is offered a free stay at LUX* Saint-Gilles. Good luck!
ACCOMMODATIONS
The rooms and suites are decorated in light tones, enhanced by turquoise notes reminiscent of the clear waters of the lagoon. All rooms have a furnished balcony or terrace and are equipped with WiFi.
The Superior Rooms, on the ground floor, offer all the comfort of a 5-star establishment and have an area of 34 sqm (365 sqft). They will be perfect for a couple or for 2 adults and 1 child / 1 baby.
The Deluxe Rooms are located on the first floor and are oriented to the Ocean. They can accommodate 2 adults and 1 teenager / 1 child. Junior Suites, more spacious, offer 46 sqm and a comfortable king-size bed. They can accommodate 2 adults and 1 child / 1 baby.
The establishment has been designed above all to accommodate families in the greatest comfort. With this in mind, the Family Rooms are a real must. These spacious rooms offer a space of 68 sqm and can accommodate up to 6 people! They will meet the needs of everyone, whether it is 4 adults and 2 teenagers or 2 adults and 4 teenagers / 4 children.
GASTRONOMY
Mangoes, bananas, coconut, litchi, turmeric, coffee or tea … In Reunion, fruits and spices are not lacking. The Queen Victoria pineapple, small and very sweet, is the undisputed star of the island. You will be able to taste it in its sweet variations (dessert) as salty (in salad, an accompaniment). Associated with his partner, vanilla Bourbon, they form an exquisite duo!
La Cuisine is the main restaurant of LUX* Saint-Gilles. Morning and evening, this welcoming place will delight the taste buds of young and old with delicious and varied themed buffets.
The Orangine, one of the best addresses on the island, is more intimate with a maximum capacity of 40 guests. Remember to reserve your table to enjoy fine cuisine, in an exceptional setting, by the pool.
For lunch and dinner, La Plage welcomes you by the sea for delicious lunches and good dinners. A reservation is necessary for this culinary experience to the sound of the waves. Located inside the restaurant, the Carry’s Bar will introduce you to all the flavors of traditional Creole cuisine.
Adjacent to the pool, the Bar serves delicious dishes and refreshments throughout the day. Here you can savor the best local rums as an aperitif or stop for a little coffee in the late evening.
A true signature of the LUX* group, the Café LUX* offers a wide variety of roasted coffees. More than a drink, coffee is an art, with a delicious milk froth in which a heart is sometimes drawn, sometimes a palm blossom.
At tea time, the whole family will find happiness in the little shed. Delicious ice cream, fresh juices, detox juices and smoothies are on the menu for a gourmet or healthy snack. An essential passage that will delight children.
In the Jardin d’Herbes of the hotel, the Gardener cultivates his own aromatic herbs, spices, fruits and vegetables, which are used in cooking.
