The Bay

4.0 star property
Waterfront guesthouse with an outdoor pool

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Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Standard | 1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk
On the beach, sun loungers, beach umbrellas, beach towels
On the beach, sun loungers, beach umbrellas, beach towels
Reception

Reviews

9.2 out of 10

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
    Bar
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Pet friendly
    Pet friendly
  • Housekeeping
    Housekeeping
  • Laundry
    Laundry
  • Pool
    Pool

Room options

Standard

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Superior Sea View

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
  • 34 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Terrace Ocean View

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
  • 46 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Deluxe Ocean View

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
  • 37 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
Avenue des Cocotiers, Black River, MRU

What's nearby

  • La Preneuse Beach - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Tamarin Bay - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Casela Nature and Leisure Park - 11 min drive - 10.6 km
  • Tamarina Golf Club - 11 min drive - 9.9 km
  • Flic-en-Flac Beach - 27 min drive - 16.3 km

Getting around

  • Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam Intl. Airport (MRU) - 70 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Artisan Coffee - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Buddha Bar Mauritius at Sugar Beach - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪IL Padrino Restaurant “AL Porticciolo” - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪La Citronella restaurant - ‬17 min drive

About this property

The Bay

Upscale guesthouse near the bay
A terrace, a garden, and a library are just a few of the amenities provided at The Bay. With a beachfront location, beachfront dining, and sun loungers, this guesthouse is the perfect place to soak up some sun. The on-site restaurant, The Bay, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner, light fare, and ocean views. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • An outdoor pool with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self parking
  • Free bicycle rentals, a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and express check-in
  • Concierge services, multilingual staff, and beach towels
Room features
All guestrooms at The Bay feature thoughtful touches such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and safes.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • 32-inch flat-screen TVs with satellite channels
  • Electric kettles, ceiling fans, and daily housekeeping

Languages

Dutch, English, French, German, Italian

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Airport shuttle on request

Food and drink

  • 1 restaurant
  • 1 bar

Restaurants on site

  • The Bay

Things to do

  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snorkeling

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Front-desk safe
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Library

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning service
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour/ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Beachfront location
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool sun loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • This property does not have elevators
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Beach towels
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Bed sheets
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Ceiling fan

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Minibar

More

  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters/chargers
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 15

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 60 per vehicle (one-way)
  • A pet fee will be charged

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property is also known as

Bay Hotel Black River
Bay Black River
Bay Guesthouse Black River
The Bay Guesthouse
The Bay Black River
The Bay Guesthouse Black River

Frequently asked questions

Does The Bay have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is The Bay pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. A fee applies.

How much is parking at The Bay?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Bay?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM.

What time is check-out at The Bay?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Does The Bay provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of EUR 60 per vehicle applies.

Where is The Bay located?

Nestled on the beach, this Black River guesthouse is within 3 mi (5 km) of La Preneuse Beach, Tamarin Bay, and Black River Gorges National Park. The Martello Tower Museum and Barachois Shopping Center are also within 3 mi (5 km).

The Bay Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 29 out of 48 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 48 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 48 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 48 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 48 reviews" "

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Hilary

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Monique

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

Sandra

Recouping break after long flight
We loved the hotel’s position right on the beach. The staff were very friendly. But could be better with just a few tweaks, like some chairs need cushions on. Less time waiting for orders to be taken and food did take a while sometimes. Rooms were good but being an older couple the stairs were an issue for us as there is no lift. We would stay again if we come back here to see our son as it was a nice break to recuperate after a long flight.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

6/10 Okay

damien

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disappointed
Les appréciations sont faites en rapport au prix payé pour la prestation, franchement cher payé. À ce niveau de prix les prestations dans d’autres hôtels sont meilleures , vraiment! L’accueil n’est pas chaleureux , les 2 nuits réveillés de 4 à 7h par les chiens ( bon ça c’est Maurice en général mais bon là vraiment bcp) La nourriture n’est pas exceptionnelle. Désolé mais je suis franc et j’espère cela servira aux clients hôtel.com et aussi amélioration pour le patron.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

6/10 Okay

Tanya

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very pleasant, but perhaps overpriced
Rooms are pleasant with simple, clean design in muted colours. Bed and pillows are comfortable. I took a standard room and was given room 12-- I think it may be the smallest and least inspiring in the hotel with no view at all. I think/hope other rooms with balconies might have been better. The "beach" is very small. People were laying on sun beds but no one seemed to be swimming. This area seems to be mostly for boat tethering/launching. The pool was also quite small. The casual restaurant is very pleasant, with a view right on the water Nice non-alcoholic drinks (not all sweet) and a fun tapas menu. Guests can easily walk to the main road which has restaurants and some shops within one or two km. I highly recommend nearby Bistrot de la Poste restaurant--- one of the best meals I had in Mauritius. Overall, I enjoyed this hotel. It's not really a beach hotel, more of an urban hotel on the water's edge, but after days at secluded resorts, I liked having an adjacent neighbourhood to explore. However, I do feel my stay was not worth the over 200 USD I paid. As mentioned above, my room had no view. Amenities in the room were very basic: no face cloth/towel, no lotion, no beauty kit with cotton pads etc. And the vibe killer for me was the fact that they charge $20 (90 rupees) for each cup of coffee that guests make FOR THEMSELVES in their room. It's not about the money, but it's in bad taste to charge for such a thing when the guest has paid so much for the room.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Agnes

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

FCA

Stayed 14 nights in Nov 2021

8/10 Good

Isaac

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful location, lovely hotel, excellent food. Was a little pricey for what it was though...
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

8/10 Good

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location, nice room, good service and food.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Stefanie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Sauber, sehr freundliches Personal. Das Restaurant und Bar war außergewöhnlich gut mit täglichen Sonnenuntergang direkt am Meer.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elena Maria

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quando abbiamo deciso di visitare Mauritius abbiamo cercato un hotel bello, con ristorante (che avesse anche opzioni vegane), fosse fronte spiaggia e avesse il bar. Non volevamo i classici resort sent'anima e con mille altri ospiti, ma una atruttura di alto livello con un numero.limitato.di stanze.Il The Bay è stata la nostra fortunata scelta e si è rivelato ancora meglio del previsto. La struttura è splendida e pulitissima, i servizi ottimi, il.personale davvero gentile, la cucina incredibile e il servizio bar aperto da mattina a sera. Ha lettini e ombrelloni in spiaggia e dal ristorante e dalla zona piscina si gode in un tramonto che toglie il fiato. La musica viene spenta alle 23 e non è mai alta, quindi non disturba il riposo degli ospiti. Esternamente c'è un parcheggio custodito, anche se ci sono pochi posti. La zona è comoda anche per raggiungere a piedi altri ristoranti. Tornerei sicuramente al The Bay perchè ci siamo trovati benissimo.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christophe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Séjour de 10 nuits en juillet. Chambre propre, spacieuse et calme. Piscine très belle, plage avec transats et parasols très agréable, couchers de soleil magnifiques. Le personnel est très sympathique et serviable, Emilie nous a très bien conseillés sur des activités et lieux à visiter. Les petits déjeuners sont copieux et de qualité. Un super séjour !
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Frédérique

Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sylvie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
vue de la chambre au soleil couchant
l’hôtel vu de la plage
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place!
Our visit at The Bay exceeded all our expectations! Such a lovely place with great service. The food was great with a variation, we loved the chef’s recomendations! 5 stars from us :)
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Florian

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Le personnel est accueillant, chaleureux et sympa. Le restau propose un large choix de bons plats. L’hôtel et les extérieurs sont très agréables. Petit bémol sur la chambre 7, pas bien isolée donc trop de bruit et dans le passage.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jerome

Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cute and personal hotel right by the beautiful beach, with extra-ordinary friendly and service-minded staff and a really nice restaurant. Would highly recommend the Bay!
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lukas

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wirklich nettes kleines Boutique Hotel. Zimmer sind groß und geräumig hatten direkten Blick aufs Meer. Essen im Restaurant war hervorragenden 10/10 definitiv weiterzuempfehlen!!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Mauro

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Nice two days stay - must eat at the Bay Restauran
Lovely Boutique-Style Hotel. Beach is very small. Restaurant lunch and dinner simply exceptional! Breakfast average. Overall a pleasant experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

6/10 Okay

Kilian

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Staff & service
Leider war das Personal sehr unfreundlich. Am Ende des Aufenthaltes sollten wir einen Betrag für einen gemieteten Scooter bezahlen, welcher vorher nicht vereinbart war. Auch im Restaurant lauern versteckte Kosten, die einem erst am Ende des Aufenthalts präsentiert wurden. Ich kann das Hotel leider nicht weiter empfehlen.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Angélique

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

gilles

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Corinne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Petit cocon les pieds dans l’eau …
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023