The Ravenala Attitude

Half-Board:

• Breakfast & Dinner (lunch & drinks not included)

All-Inclusive:

• Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner & Unlimited Drinks

The Ravenala Attitude, a 4 star all-suite hotel in Balaclava

The Ravenala Attitude is a 4 star beachfront hotel in Balaclava, on the north west coast of Mauritius. Its 272 suites are set among tropical gardens between the Indian Ocean and the Citron River. The hotel welcomes families and couples, with nine restaurants, an adults-only wing, a kids club, water sports and POZ Spa. Guests can choose a Half-Board or All-Inclusive stay at The Ravenala Attitude.

Where is The Ravenala Attitude?

• The Ravenala is located In Balaclava, on the north west coast of Mauritius, beside the Citron River and facing the Indian Ocean.
• The hotel is a base for exploring the beaches of the north west coast and the attractions around Pamplemousses. MariDeal.mu

Restaurants at The Ravenala Attitude

1. Mozaïk, the main buffet restaurant
   • Local and international dishes served at breakfast and dinner, with lunch service also listed on the MariDeal offer.
   • Opening hours: Breakfast 07:00 to 10:00, lunch 12:30 to 15:00, dinner 18:30 to 22:00
2. Madame Ming, Asian cuisine
   • Asian à la carte dining on a poolside terrace. Dinner is subject to reservation and availability.
   • Opening hours: Dinner 18:30 to 22:00
3. A Tavola!, Italian dining
   • Italian home-style dishes and regional specialities in an informal setting. Dinner is subject to reservation and availability.
   • Opening hours: Dinner 18:30 to 22:00
4. Ō, dining by the beach
   • Mediterranean dishes and seafood served à la carte with a view of the lagoon.
   • Opening hours: Lunch 12:30 to 15:00, dinner 18:30 to 22:00
5. The Bistrot, French bistro
   • Burgers and beef dishes in an industrial-style setting. The restaurant is adults only on Thursdays.
   • Opening hours: Lunch 12:30 to 15:00, dinner 18:30 to 22:00
6. Riviera, a floating restaurant
   • An adults-only dinner setting on the Citron River. It operates weather permitting, requires a reservation and carries a supplement.
   • Opening hours: Dinner 19:00 to 22:00
7. Kot Nou, Mauritian cuisine
   • Mauritian dishes presented as contemporary tapas. Dinner is subject to reservation and availability.
   • Opening hours: Dinner 18:30 to 22:00
8. Lime, Japanese-inspired dining
   • Sushi and seafood salads at an adults-only restaurant. Reservations, weather conditions and supplements may apply.
   • Opening hours: Lunch 12:30 to 15:00, dinner 19:00 to 22:00
9. Taba-J, Mauritian street food
   • A beach food truck serving local snacks such as rotis, faratas and dholl puris.
   • Opening hours: 12:00 to 17:00

• À la carte restaurant availability may be limited when the hotel is busy. Guests can check the arrangements for their chosen meal plan with the hotel.

Bars at Ravenala

• Pool Bar: Drinks and snacks beside the pool, with a late breakfast from 10:00 to 11:00 and a piano-bar atmosphere from 18:00.
• Ō Beach Bar: Cocktails and light bites by the beach.
• The Bistrot Bar: A relaxed sports-bar setting for drinks and major matches.
• Balcony Bar: A convenient lobby meeting point for drinks.
• After: The hotel's nightclub, normally open from 23:00 to 02:00 from Thursday to Sunday; access is from age 16.
• Juice Bar: Fresh juices and smoothies made with seasonal local fruit and vegetables; drinks are charged separately.
• TEABAZ: A self-service tea experience centred on Mauritian flavours.

Families and kids club at Ravenala

• The free kids club welcomes children aged 3 to 12 daily from 09:00 to 22:00, with creative workshops, games, kayaking or pedalo sessions, mini-Zumba, karaoke and evening activities.
• The Little Marine Discovery Centre introduces children to the lagoon and sea turtles, while baby and family equipment can be requested from the hotel.

Activities and water sports at Ravenala

• Water activities: Kayaking, pedal boats, stand-up paddle, windsurfing, Hobie Cat sailing, snorkelling, aquagym, a glass-bottom boat and floating aquatic bikes.
• Land activities: Fitness room, tennis, padel, pickleball, table tennis, beach volleyball, basketball, pétanque and a fitness trail, plus live music and sega.
• Charges and availability: Scuba diving through a nearby PADI centre, catamaran trips and selected coached activities cost extra. Schedules and inclusions can change with weather and the booked package.

Beach, pools and facilities at Ravenala

• Beach: Direct access to Turtle Bay Beach and a calm lagoon. Water clarity can vary after rain because the Citron River meets the sea nearby, and the hotel recommends swimming shoes.
• Pools: Two adjacent swimming pools covering about 1,000 m² in total, plus a children's pool approximately 40 cm deep. The pools are not heated.
• Core facilities: Free Wi-Fi, a fitness room, 24-hour reception and security, luggage and shower facilities, a local-products shop, parking subject to availability and selected accessible suites.

Spa and wellness at Ravenala

• Spa POZ has 12 treatment rooms, including two double rooms with private whirlpool baths, plus hydrotherapy, a beauty and hair salon, relaxation areas, a hammam and a sauna. The hammam and sauna are for guests aged 16 and over.
• Opening hours: Daily from 09:00 to 20:00; advance booking is required and treatments are charged separately unless the live package says otherwise.

The Ravenala Attitude or Maritim Balaclava?

• Both are beachfront resorts in Balaclava, about 5 minutes apart by car.
• The Ravenala Attitude: A 4 star all-suite hotel with nine restaurants, a family programme and a dedicated adults-only suite wing.
• Maritim Balaclava: A 5 star resort with an equestrian centre, the Ruins of Balaclava, a spa and a choice of restaurants and bars. Consider it for a more traditional luxury-resort stay.

Things to do near Ravenala

1. Beaches and coastal towns
   • Turtle Bay Beach (at the hotel): A calm lagoon for swimming and non-motorised water activities; conditions vary after rain.
   • Trou aux Biches (about 5 min drive): A north-coast village and long public beach with lagoon views and sunset potential.
   • Mont Choisy Beach (about 7 min drive): A broad public beach shaded by casuarina trees.
   • Grand Baie (about 15 min drive): A lively coastal centre for shops, restaurants and boat departures.
2. Gardens, culture and the capital
   • Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam Botanic Garden (about 15 min drive): Pamplemousses' historic garden, known for exotic plants, palms and giant water lilies.
   • L'Aventure du Sucre (about 15 min drive): An interactive eco-museum in a restored 19th-century sugar factory at Beau Plan.
   • Port Louis and Le Caudan Waterfront (about 25 min drive): Combine the capital's market and historic streets with waterfront shopping, dining and culture.

MariDeal offers near Ravenala

• Travel times below are approximate from the hotel and can vary with traffic.

1. Activities and sightseeing:
   • Swimming with dolphins by speedboat with Vavavoom Cruise (about 5 min drive): A full-day west-coast trip with dolphin watching, snorkelling and a barbecue lunch.
   • Catamaran cruise to Gabriel Island with Vavavoom Cruise (about 5 min drive): A shared north-island cruise with swimming, snorkelling, lunch and drinks.
   • Sunset dinner catamaran cruise with Vavavoom Cruise (about 5 min drive): An evening sail with sunset views, dinner, drinks and entertainment.
   • Horse riding at Maritim Equestrian Center (about 5 min drive): A cross-country ride for adults or a pony ride for children aged 7 to 11.
   • Odysseo Oceanarium guided tour (about 20 min drive): A guided visit through marine habitats at the Port Louis waterfront.
2. Day packages:
   • All-Inclusive day pass at Ocean's Creek Beach Hotel (about 10 min drive): Pools, giant water slides, lunch and drinks in Balaclava.
   • All-Inclusive day pass at Casuarina Resort & Spa (about 15 min drive): Pool access, lunch, drinks and selected hotel facilities in Trou aux Biches.
   • Casuarina day package with room use (about 15 min drive): A day room with lunch, drinks and pool access.
   • Day pass at Le Cardinal Exclusive Resort (about 15 min drive): A couples-focused beach day with a three-course lunch and drinks during lunch.
   • Day pass at Le Palmiste Resort & Spa (about 15 min drive): Lunch and pool access close to Trou aux Biches beach.
   • Day pass at Coral Azur Beach Resort (about 15 min drive): A three-course lunch, pool access and a drink near Mont Choisy.
3. Dining and wellness:
   • Couple spa break at Spa InterContinental (about 5 min drive): A couple's massage, with options that add a bubble bath and lunch.
   • Spa break at Maritim Tropical Flower Spa (about 5 min drive): Massage, body scrub, lunch and access to selected wet facilities.
   • Lunch at La Table du Cardinal (about 15 min drive): A set-menu lunch with French and Mauritian influences by the bay.
   • Le Suffren day pass with Odysseo entry (about 20 min drive): A Port Louis day combining lunch, pool access and an oceanarium ticket.

The Ravenala Attitude FAQ

1. Where is The Ravenala Attitude?
   • In Turtle Bay, Balaclava, on the north-west coast of Mauritius, with direct beach access.
2. What suite types are available at Ravenala?
   • Couple Suites, Junior Couple Suites, Executive Seafront Adult Suites and Family Suites. Live availability depends on the dates and booking option selected.
3. Is Ravenala good for families?
   • Yes. It has Family Suites, a free kids club for ages 3 to 12, a shallow children's pool and family activities.
4. Does Ravenala have an adults-only area?
   • Yes. Executive Seafront Adult Suites are reserved for guests aged 18 and over, and Riviera and Lime are adults-only restaurants.
5. How many restaurants and bars does Ravenala have?
   • Nine restaurants and six bars, plus TEABAZ. Dining access, reservations and supplements depend on the booked meal plan.
6. Does Ravenala have a beach and swimming pools?
   • Yes. The hotel is directly on Turtle Bay Beach and has two adjoining main pools plus a shallow children's pool.
7. Does Ravenala have a spa?
   • Yes. Spa POZ offers treatments, hydrotherapy, a hammam, a sauna and beauty services daily from 09:00 to 20:00.
8. What activities are available at Ravenala?
   • Water sports include kayaking, paddleboarding, snorkelling, windsurfing and glass-bottom boat trips; land options include racket sports, a gym, beach volleyball and pétanque.
9. How far is Ravenala from the airport?
   • About 60 km or 60 minutes by car in normal traffic.
10. What meal plans can be booked on MariDeal?
    • The live deal offers Half Board or All-Inclusive choices. Check the selected option for the exact restaurants, drinks and services included.
11. Can you book a Ravenala day pass on MariDeal?
    • MariDeal's live Ravenala offer is currently for an overnight stay. For a day out, compare the nearby day packages listed above.
12. What do guests say about The Ravenala Attitude?
    • Read the verified MariDeal guest reviews on this deal page.