Accommodation
Relax on the patio of your ground floor Deluxe or Superior Room amongst the delicate scent of frangipani blossoms. Or take in the incredible sunset from your private balcony on the upper level. Soak in the comfort of deep ceramic sinks, white wooden vanity chests and oversized tubs in your luxurious bathroom. Connecting rooms available. Family rooms are also available, these luxurious Superior Rooms are equipped with thoughtful facilities for the kids. The rooms are also interconnected to ensure that parents and children can enjoy special holiday moments together, while also allowing for some much-needed “me-time” in between.
There are also 8 Junior suites at Lux Saint Gilles. Ensconced within two villas, these provide a perfect haven of style and comfort in a vibrant island setting. Enjoy the spacious comfort of your bedroom and separate lounge area, as well as a patio or balcony that overlooks the lush tropical gardens. Then unwind in the luxurious bathroom with its spacious shower and oversized bathtub that’s just perfect for two.
About LUX Saint Gilles
There is plenty to do here, if you don’t want to just relax. There are plenty of areas where you can simply soak up the island ambience or slip into the lagoon for a quick swim. Once you’ve worked up an appetite, enjoy fresh, locally sourced seafood at the beach resort’s various restaurants and bars. Find your inner zen with yoga in the gardens, or a private in-room spa treatment. Then take in the rugged beauty, dramatic volcanic peaks and tumbling waterfalls of our World Heritage Site, the Pitons, Cirques and Ramparts of La Réunion.
Head to our holistic LUX* Me fitness centre for a comprehensive work out or enjoy a relaxing Tai Chi and Qigong session outdoors in the sublime island setting. At LUX Saint Gilles there is a dedicated fitness centre with personal training.
Restaurants and Bars
Light, fresh and ever so irresistible, LUX* restaurants offer everything that’s exceptional about luxury island dining. La Cuisine is the resort’s signature restaurant, offering a delectable array of international and island inspired cuisine. Savour fresh seafood buffets and regional Chinese, Creole and Indian dishes as talented local musicians and performers delight you with a genuine taste of island entertainment. Orangine offers an enchanting setting with classically modern touches of sparkling glass and polished wood in a vibrant island ambience. Tuck into sumptuous lobster carpaccio on sugarcane, indulge in delicately crafted papaya spring rolls or be tempted by homemade cinnamon and honey ice cream complemented by an exceptional selection of French and New World wines.
Nestled between the beach and glittering swimming pool, La Plage celebrates the traditional Creole cuisine of the island. Dine on the wooden deck overlooking a magnificent view of the lagoon. Try island specialties such as spicy sausage rougail or red tuna tartar, followed by a delightful vanilla-flavoured rum or fresh papaya juice. Discover the exotic flavours of Latin and oriental themed dishes like savoury king prawns, duck magret or lobster. And of course, don’t forget to leave some room for a delectable chocolate tart or cardamom-flavoured banana cake for dessert.
Swing by Le Bar for a tasty pizza, marlin sandwich or fresh seasonal salad. Ideal for light, fresh lunch or a laid back afternoon snack. Overlooking the crystal clear swimming pool, this lively venue offers appetising snacks and refreshing cocktails throughout the afternoon and evening as the perfect way to unwind after another adventure-filled day on the island.
Nothing beats a really great cup of coffee. That’s why at LUX* they only serve their very own delicious “Island Blend” of certified green organic beans. Roasted by our experts and prepared for you with passion by our trained baristas, every cup of coffee served at the stylish Café LUX* is one to savour. If you’re lounging on the beach or by the pool and start to feel a little thirsty or peckish, simply flag down one of the helpful beach crew and they’ll bring whatever you’re looking for right to you.
Activities
Play tennis or volleyball in the gardens, swim in the spacious swimming pool, it’s the largest one on Reunion Island. Go hiking, bird watching or waterfall canyoning in La Réunion National Park. Mountain bike through the island’s lush forests and visit the many quaint and colourful villages scattered across the countryside. The newly built club house has a swimming pool and three tennis courts. If you are a golfer, take to the green for a round in the shade of eucalyptus trees and enjoy the magnificent view on the bay.
With the warm Indian Ocean only moments away and exclusive access to the island’s only coral sheltered lagoon, you’ll never be at a loss for something to do at LUX Saint Gilles. The coast is ideal for diving and snorkeling, with deep sea fishing boats also available for charter. Go kayaking along the beach, swim in the ocean or discover the fragile marine environment beneath the turquoise waters of the lagoon.
Kids Club
PLAY at Lux Saint Gilles offers children between the ages of 3 and 12 an opportunity to explore the many wonders and delights of island living. Supervised by a highly trained and enthusiastic team, kids are exposed to the nature and culture of the island’s incredible surrounds, as well as a range of high energy sports and outdoor activities. From art classes and treasure hunts to engaging and educational Teddy Tennis lessons, PLAY is everything your kids could hope for on an island vacation.
