JW Marriott Mauritius Resort (formerly St. Regis) Mauritius [Master Thread]
#241
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What are your thoughts on the Beachfront St Regis Suite vs the Beachfront Grand Suite? Beachfront Grand looks bigger and pictures look pretty similar.
https://www.marriott.com/hotels/hote...s-resort/ryst/
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If you are situated with that view, you're farther away from the dining areas and main pool than other rooms... maybe a 10 or 15 minute walk? (There's a smaller pool closer somewhere between those places and the end of the resort: it never seemed busy at all.) Personally, I consider that a feature rather than a bug, but some folks feel differently. And you can get a buggy to pick you up if you wish, but obviously there might be times when you'd have to wait for it. Only other consideration there is whether you'd be at the resort during an rainy time of year. When do you plan to go?
#242
Join Date: Mar 2016
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Well, I'm always of the view that, if you have the points or cash and aren't saving them for anything else, the bigger room and balcony is better. Also, I notice that the Grand Suite (which I assume is located near the far end of the resort) has a view of the kite-surfing area down the beach away from the resort. That could be a lot of fun if there's a lot of kite-surfing going on. I'm not sure when that is (it's the windy time of year), but I'm sure you can look it up.
If you are situated with that view, you're farther away from the dining areas and main pool than other rooms... maybe a 10 or 15 minute walk? (There's a smaller pool closer somewhere between those places and the end of the resort: it never seemed busy at all.) Personally, I consider that a feature rather than a bug, but some folks feel differently. And you can get a buggy to pick you up if you wish, but obviously there might be times when you'd have to wait for it. Only other consideration there is whether you'd be at the resort during an rainy time of year. When do you plan to go?
If you are situated with that view, you're farther away from the dining areas and main pool than other rooms... maybe a 10 or 15 minute walk? (There's a smaller pool closer somewhere between those places and the end of the resort: it never seemed busy at all.) Personally, I consider that a feature rather than a bug, but some folks feel differently. And you can get a buggy to pick you up if you wish, but obviously there might be times when you'd have to wait for it. Only other consideration there is whether you'd be at the resort during an rainy time of year. When do you plan to go?
#243
Join Date: Mar 2016
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At the hotel currently and it has been top notch. Definitely one of the more underrated properties in the portfolio and the hotel staff is top notch. Was greeted by the GM, AGM, F&B Manager, and after a day, it seems like much of the hotel staff knows my name and preferences. Lots of free water sports each day and food is pretty great.
#245
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We really liked it. Great food. Pleasant, enjoyable atmosphere. Friendly service. And half the price (or even less) of the St. R's restaurants. Plus, no dress code.
#246
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Thanks for the recommendation. Checking out now and had a great stay in the Beachfront Grand Suite (would highly recommend it for Suite Night Upgrades). The service of the F&B team was pretty great (everyone knew our name including people I never met before, lots of free wine / champagne) the management was really good and the towel man at the beach named Axel was incredible (would always have our chair towels folded when we went in the water, was quick to deliver drinks and gave us plenty of free water). Have to plan my next trip here soon!
#247
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I'm a bit confused. In reading reports I'm seeing a) full board; b) breakfast now included. Is b) for everyone or is that the PAG option (if one doesn't do full board). Any clarification appreciated so I can update the exec lounge sticky. Thx.
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#248
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I had full breakfast for the whole family included on a points stay - I’m only a Gold member, so I’m pretty sure it’s included for everyone.
#249
Join Date: Mar 2016
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I'm platinum (ambassador) and we had a free breakfast buffet for everyone each night, although upon check-in I selected that as my welcome amenity vs the 1000 points or a bottle of wine. Although I didn't see anybody at the buffet getting checks to sign.
#250
Join Date: Feb 2018
Programs: Amex Plat, Marriott PP, HH G, GC Jade
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I’ll spend 8 nights in early august on vacation (followed by 8 nights in 2 other properties: Oberoi and Constance Prince Maurice).
I’m Titanium and I’ve booked through an agent a Marriott Luxury Privileges rate for a “base” Junior Suite. For what kind of upgrade I can aim/ask for? Suggestion on room location (or even room number)?
With my rate I’ve included daily dinner in Le Manoir Dining Room, Floating Market and The Boathouse Bar & Grill (or 25% discount at Simply India and Atsuko). I would like to try them all at least once. Do Simply India and Atsuko are far superior compared to the first 3? Suggestions on the others?
Considering I’ve the breakfast included in m rate…what are the welcome amenities here (other than points)?
Thanks! :-)
I’m Titanium and I’ve booked through an agent a Marriott Luxury Privileges rate for a “base” Junior Suite. For what kind of upgrade I can aim/ask for? Suggestion on room location (or even room number)?
With my rate I’ve included daily dinner in Le Manoir Dining Room, Floating Market and The Boathouse Bar & Grill (or 25% discount at Simply India and Atsuko). I would like to try them all at least once. Do Simply India and Atsuko are far superior compared to the first 3? Suggestions on the others?
Considering I’ve the breakfast included in m rate…what are the welcome amenities here (other than points)?
Thanks! :-)
#251
Join Date: Feb 2001
Location: SEA once more (previously CDG and NRT)
Programs: Former DL DM and UA 1k, now a J class free agent (UA Gold, AS MVP Gold)
Posts: 2,450
I’ll spend 8 nights in early august on vacation (followed by 8 nights in 2 other properties: Oberoi and Constance Prince Maurice).
I’m Titanium and I’ve booked through an agent a Marriott Luxury Privileges rate for a “base” Junior Suite. For what kind of upgrade I can aim/ask for? Suggestion on room location (or even room number)?
With my rate I’ve included daily dinner in Le Manoir Dining Room, Floating Market and The Boathouse Bar & Grill (or 25% discount at Simply India and Atsuko). I would like to try them all at least once. Do Simply India and Atsuko are far superior compared to the first 3? Suggestions on the others?
Considering I’ve the breakfast included in m rate…what are the welcome amenities here (other than points)?
Thanks! :-)
I’m Titanium and I’ve booked through an agent a Marriott Luxury Privileges rate for a “base” Junior Suite. For what kind of upgrade I can aim/ask for? Suggestion on room location (or even room number)?
With my rate I’ve included daily dinner in Le Manoir Dining Room, Floating Market and The Boathouse Bar & Grill (or 25% discount at Simply India and Atsuko). I would like to try them all at least once. Do Simply India and Atsuko are far superior compared to the first 3? Suggestions on the others?
Considering I’ve the breakfast included in m rate…what are the welcome amenities here (other than points)?
Thanks! :-)
#252
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I’ll spend 8 nights in early august on vacation (followed by 8 nights in 2 other properties: Oberoi and Constance Prince Maurice).
I’m Titanium and I’ve booked through an agent a Marriott Luxury Privileges rate for a “base” Junior Suite. For what kind of upgrade I can aim/ask for? Suggestion on room location (or even room number)?...
...Considering I’ve the breakfast included in m rate…what are the welcome amenities here (other than points)?
Thanks! :-)
I’m Titanium and I’ve booked through an agent a Marriott Luxury Privileges rate for a “base” Junior Suite. For what kind of upgrade I can aim/ask for? Suggestion on room location (or even room number)?...
...Considering I’ve the breakfast included in m rate…what are the welcome amenities here (other than points)?
Thanks! :-)
We'd booked a Junior Suite, but with help from the wonderful Jotee at the Butler Service Desk and my Platinum status were upgraded to a Beachfront Junior Suite, which has a much larger balcony than the other two categories of junior suites (Island and Ocean) and is right on the beach. (Island is furthest back and Ocean not as far back. Even those two other categories have partial ocean views.) I don't think you can count on such an upgrade due to availability limitations, but we lucked out.
You should be contacted by the Butler Service Desk or someone else in advance of your visit, welcoming you to the hotel. I'd suggest writing back to them, politely requesting an upgrade to at least a Beachfront Suite, in view of your Titanium status and that you're paying for breakfast as part of your rate. Or better yet, go to the hotel's site to identify better options to request. Whether and what kind of review you'll get could of course hinge on availability and your writing ahead.
For more advice from relatively recent, detailed reviews, you might read Lore's excellent post at #219 and my own review at #222.
Have a great trip!
#253
Join Date: Mar 2016
Posts: 655
I’ll spend 8 nights in early august on vacation (followed by 8 nights in 2 other properties: Oberoi and Constance Prince Maurice).
I’m Titanium and I’ve booked through an agent a Marriott Luxury Privileges rate for a “base” Junior Suite. For what kind of upgrade I can aim/ask for? Suggestion on room location (or even room number)?
With my rate I’ve included daily dinner in Le Manoir Dining Room, Floating Market and The Boathouse Bar & Grill (or 25% discount at Simply India and Atsuko). I would like to try them all at least once. Do Simply India and Atsuko are far superior compared to the first 3? Suggestions on the others?
Considering I’ve the breakfast included in m rate…what are the welcome amenities here (other than points)?
Thanks! :-)
I’m Titanium and I’ve booked through an agent a Marriott Luxury Privileges rate for a “base” Junior Suite. For what kind of upgrade I can aim/ask for? Suggestion on room location (or even room number)?
With my rate I’ve included daily dinner in Le Manoir Dining Room, Floating Market and The Boathouse Bar & Grill (or 25% discount at Simply India and Atsuko). I would like to try them all at least once. Do Simply India and Atsuko are far superior compared to the first 3? Suggestions on the others?
Considering I’ve the breakfast included in m rate…what are the welcome amenities here (other than points)?
Thanks! :-)
Think welcome ammenity for me was breakfast, 1000 points, or a bottle of sparkling wine. Breakfast was the obvious choice as it wasn’t included in my package and the buffet was very good and had great service.
#254
Join Date: Feb 2018
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Thank you for all your replies!
Unfortunately, I've no sna available. I hope that my status combined with the rate booked (which itself provide upgrade upon availability) help to receive an upgrade anyway!
Right now (I know…it’s 7 weeks from my trip…loooot of time) the app show as available rooms:
-ocean junior suite
-beachfront junior suite
-beachfront st. regis suite
-beachfront grand suite
All of these with at least 3 rooms available each.
So I’ll ask for an upgrade in one of the 3 beachfront room/suite categories…possibly not to close to the main area.
Finger crossed! :-)
Unfortunately, I've no sna available. I hope that my status combined with the rate booked (which itself provide upgrade upon availability) help to receive an upgrade anyway!
Right now (I know…it’s 7 weeks from my trip…loooot of time) the app show as available rooms:
-ocean junior suite
-beachfront junior suite
-beachfront st. regis suite
-beachfront grand suite
All of these with at least 3 rooms available each.
So I’ll ask for an upgrade in one of the 3 beachfront room/suite categories…possibly not to close to the main area.
Finger crossed! :-)