Merlin Guest House - Nouvelle Découverte

$$$$||View on mapNouvelle Découverte, MauritiusSaint Francois, Nouvelle Découverte, Mauritius|
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Merlin Guest House - Nouvelle Découverte
Saint Francois, Nouvelle Découverte, Mauritius·View on map
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Overall Score
Perfect
9.2Perfect
Value for money9.6
Staff9.6
Location9.5
Cleanliness9.4
Comfort9.3
Who stays here
Couples59%
Families20%
Solo18%
Groups3%

Overview

Overall Score
Perfect
9.2Perfect
Value for money9.6
Staff9.6
Location9.5
Cleanliness9.4
Comfort9.3
Who stays here
Couples59%
Families20%
Solo18%
Groups3%

Guest house with included meals, near Saint Francois beach, and airport shuttle service

Amenities & Services

Merlin Guest House provides free parking on site, including accessible parking and street parking options. The property offers airport pick up and airport drop off services, as well as car hire arrangements through the hotel. Daily housekeeping is available, and fire extinguishers are placed throughout the guest house for guest safety.

Rooms

Some rooms at Merlin Guest House are equipped with a kitchen and a private bathroom, offering flexibility for longer stays. Each room includes a wardrobe, and selected units have a terrace, a seating area, or a cooking area. Room types range from a Double Room with Balcony to a Studio with Terrace, as confirmed by recent guests.

Dining

A continental breakfast is served daily at the guest house, included in the stay. Dinner is also included, with the chef preparing dishes such as an aubergine dish upon request, as noted by a recent couple. The dinner portions are described as generous, and the chef accommodates specific preferences, as reported by a guest who enjoyed an extra dish the next day.

Location & Activities

Merlin Guest House is located in Saint Francois, a five-minute walk from Saint Francois beach. The hotel can organize excursions for guests, as noted by a couple who booked through the property. Coastal footpaths in both directions are accessible from the guest house, offering walking opportunities.

Guest Experience & Reliability

Recent guests rated Merlin Guest House 8 or 9 out of 10, citing value for money and friendly staff who are 'not out to rip you off.' During a Category 4 cyclone that knocked out power and water, breakfast was served 40 minutes late with an added omelette, showing the property's resilience. The owner, Merlin, and staff are described by a solo traveler as 'friendly, competent and helpful.'

  • Amenities: Free on-site parking with accessible and street spots
  • Dining: Continental breakfast and dinner included daily
  • Rooms: Units with private bathroom, kitchen, balcony or terrace
  • Transport: Airport pick up, drop off, and car hire arranged
  • Location: 5-minute walk to Saint Francois beach with coastal footpaths
  • Service: Excursions organized by the hotel and chef accommodates food requests
Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 07:00-22:00
from 09:00-12:00
Amenities
Wireless internet is available in the hotel rooms for free.
Other information
Children & extra beds
There are no extra beds provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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Rooms and availability

Double Room
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 Double bed
  • Shower
  • Balcony

Facilities

Main facilities

Free Wi-Fi

Free Wi-Fi in rooms

Parking

Off-site parking lot

Baggage storage
24-hour services
Shuttle

Paid airport shuttle

TV

Flat-screen TV

Kitchen facilities

Electric kettle

Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Private beach

Beach access

Services

  • Paid airport shuttle
  • Housekeeping
  • Car rental

Children

  • Cribs

Spa & Leisure

  • Beach access

Room features

  • Free Wi-Fi in rooms
  • Air conditioning
  • Mini-bar
  • Sitting area
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Dining table

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
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Essential information about Merlin Guest House

💵 Lowest room price 48 US$
📏 Distance to center 100 yd
✈️ Distance to airport 13.4 mi
🧳 Nearest airport Sir Gaetan Duval, RRG

Location

Saint Francois, Nouvelle Découverte, Mauritius
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Saint Francois, Nouvelle Découverte, Mauritius
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Saint Francois, Nouvelle Découverte, Mauritius
  • City landmarks
  • Nearby
  • Restaurants
Trou d' Argent
100 yd
Restaurant
Chez Robert et Solange
100 yd

Reviews of Merlin Guest House

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