C Mauritius isn’t a golf resort in the traditional sense, and that’s part of its appeal. It sits on the Palmar Coast on the island’s east side, on a beach in a shallow bay with a reef break beyond and the Palmar lagoon out front. It’s run by Constance, which matters for golfers because it gives you access to two of the best courses in Mauritius just down the road.

The Legend course is about 3.7 miles away, and the Links sits right next to it. The Legend opened in 1994 and is the more demanding of the two. It’s tight in places, cut through native woodland, with water in play and Tifdwarf greens. Java deer roam the Legend while the Links has broad views over the Indian Ocean. The Legend is aimed at stronger players, while the wider Links is the friendlier option for higher handicappers. Playing both over a week gives you a good mix.

Back at the hotel, things are more casual. There are 116 bright, modern rooms, split between Prestige and Deluxe categories, with beachfront versions of each. Prestige rooms come in at roughly 40 square metres with a balcony or terrace facing the sea. You’ll find three pools, one with swings looking out to sea, plus a spa.

Dining is all-inclusive:

• The main restaurant serves buffet breakfast, lunch and dinner, with big windows onto the ocean.
• There’s also an Asian à la carte restaurant, a main bar, a beach bar and a wine cellar.
• Instead of room service there’s the Cpicerie, a deli where you pick up food and drinks to take back to your room or down to the beach.

If you want a day off the course, Port Louis is around 25 miles away, with Pamplemousses Botanical Garden and the Caudan Waterfront within reach. Île aux Cerfs, a popular island day trip, is also a short drive and boat ride south along the coast.