The 8 Best Indian Ocean Luxury Hotels

As a cool breeze drifts across shimmering white sands, the Indian Ocean gently lapping against palm-lined shores, the sun dips down to touch the horizon as the true beauty of Zanzibar comes to life. As you gaze out over this breathtaking sight from the plush comforts of your private villa, The Residence Zanzibar settles you into life in the lap of luxury

The isle of Mauritius awaits your presence with impossibly blue waters and miles of serene beaches. On the island's northwest side lies the award-winning luxury of Angsana Balaclava Mauritius resort

Adrift on the shimmering waters of the Indian Ocean, with the green peaks of Mauritius' idyllic Le Morne Branbant Mountain range looming in the distance, The St. Regis Mauritius Resort is an island paradise miles from the monotony of everyday

Discover your unique dosha and find deep-seated serenity through multi-day Ayurvedic treatments in a spa surrounded by the Indian Ocean

Barefoot dining is de rigueur at this lush island paradise, where luxury happens with a laidback twist

In a destination as dreamy as they come, Shanti Maurice makes the island of Mauritius even more enchanting. The property itself is 36 acres, situated between sugarcane fields and powder-soft white sand beach, with the brilliant blue waters of the Indian Ocean stretching as far as the eye can see

In a destination as spectacular as Mauritius, Sofitel So Mauritius manages to further beautify the scene with its legendary architecture and tropical vegetation