Crystals Beach Resort Belle Mare sits on a long white-sand beach beside a turquoise lagoon on the east coast of Mauritius, a member of Radisson Individuals. The mood is relaxed and unhurried, with the Indian Ocean and lagoon on one side and tropical gardens on the other. Peace and tranquillity run through every day here, which suits couples, families and friends who want an easy island stay with plenty of choice close at hand.

The resort has 234 rooms and suites, each with a private balcony or terrace. Premium Rooms offer a generous 50 square metres with pool, garden or ocean views. Junior Suites extend to 75 square metres and add a whirlpool, ideal for couples, while the 95 square metre Family Suite gives parents and children a living area and separate bedroom, with a baby cot available on request.

The fitness and wellness centre, open for reservations daily, has private treatment rooms, a Vichy shower and a hair and nail salon, and you can book a massage at the exclusive outdoor beach station. Beyond the resort, you can take a boat trip to Île aux Cerfs, explore the waterfall at Grand River South East by boat or browse the local stalls at Flacq Market, a short drive away.

Days here can be as lazy or as lively as you like, with something for every age. There is a fitness centre, an outdoor pool and an adults-only pool, plus tennis and volleyball courts on site. Aqualand, the only hotel waterpark in Mauritius, covers 4,000 square metres of slides and pools, while Ti Dodo Kids Club keeps younger children happily busy with games and outdoor activities. Babysitting is also available, and cots can be provided on request.

Eight restaurants and bars cover the day. Le Ferney serves international and local buffets with live cooking, La Tavola brings Italian pizza and pasta, and Belle Vue Restaurant looks out over the water with Mediterranean dishes. Ocean Grill offers beachside seafood, Quatre Cocos serves Asian fusion, and three bars keep drinks and light bites flowing from mid-morning, with afternoon tea served at Icery Bar between four and five.

Weddings and vow renewals are guided by a multilingual event planner who looks after every detail, from the first conversation to the final toast. For meetings and events, three flexible venues welcome up to 350 people, so corporate gatherings, family reunions and milestone celebrations can all be handled comfortably in one tropical setting, close to the beach and the lagoon.