LUX Grand Gaube

We have stayed at some wonderful hotels around the world, but our experience at LUX* Gand Gaube makes for a genuinely unforgettable holiday and this is what makes us keep coming back. The setting is spectacular, the food is exceptional and the facilities are fantastic — but it is the warmth, personality and attentiveness of the staff that truly sets this place apart.

Every member of the team we encountered went above and beyond, and we would particularly like to recognise some very special people who made our family holiday, and a wedding blessing for our nearest and dearest, so incredibly memorable.

Diren deserves a very special mention. From helping us with the wedding blessing to being attentive throughout our entire stay, nothing was ever too much trouble. His attention to detail, calm professionalism and genuine warmth made such an important occasion even more special. He seemed to be everywhere we needed him, often before we even realised we needed anything!

Rhovin was fantastic in helping with the my sister in laws' wedding blessing and played an important part in making the day run so smoothly. His support and friendly approach were hugely appreciated.

Then there is the dynamic poolside trio — Amit, Mannev and Keshan. What a team! Endless smiles, incredible energy and an amazing ability to keep the kids entertained and happy. They brought so much fun to the pool every day and became a huge part of our family's holiday experience. Their enthusiasm seemed completely limitless — we're still trying to work out where they get the energy from!

Rishi deserves recognition for his incredibly swift and speedy service. Whatever we needed, he was somehow there in an instant. Efficient, friendly and always with a smile.

Sylvano and Sachin both deserve a huge thank you too. Fantastic service, great personality and clearly both know how to make a drink appear at precisely the right moment hot or cold!

And then there is Ashwin, the one and only! Ashwin was absolutely exceptional throughout our stay. Day and night, he consistently went the extra mile, remembering the little things, anticipating what we might need and adding those extra touches that turn a great holiday into a truly memorable one. His care and attention were remarkable, and he genuinely made us feel looked after throughout our entire stay.

Reedoo, Viresh and Liam provided fantastic service at the beachside. Always friendly, attentive and ready to help, they contributed enormously to those wonderfully relaxed days by the ocean.

At Studio 17, Elodie, Ainnee and Ryan were brilliant with the children. The junk art creations were a particular highlight and gave the kids something fun and creative to enjoy. Their enthusiasm and interaction with the children were fantastic — creating memories that will last long after the holiday is over.

And finally, but certainly not least, a huge thank you to Chefs Deepuck and Ramen for the endless supply of absolutely amazing food. Meal after meal, they delivered incredible quality, variety and flavour. We genuinely don't know how you manage to keep producing such wonderful food day after day — although our waistlines have certainly documented the evidence!

What makes LUX* so special is that these aren't simply people providing a service. They create experiences, memories and genuine connections. Every smile, every thoughtful gesture, every perfectly timed drink, every meal and every little extra touch added something special. Our family wedding blessing was incredibly special, our children had an amazing time, and as a family we have created memories that we will treasure for many years.

To Diren, Rhovin, Amit, Mannev, Keshan, Rishi, Sachin, Sylvano, Ashwin, Viresh, Reedoo, Liam, Elodie, Ainnee, Ryan, Deepuck and Ramen, thank you from the bottom of our hearts.

We’ve just returned from a wonderful holiday at LUX* Grand Gaube and couldn’t have asked for a better experience. The resort is as beautiful as it looks online, exceptionally well maintained and, above all, made special by its warm, attentive staff. Everyone was friendly, remembered us and was genuinely happy to help.

A special thank you to Veena, the “omelette queen”, who made breakfast so much fun; Kamal, who looked after our room beautifully; and Aniee and Gregory, whose art experience gave us a lovely mindful break and a wonderful souvenir. Maeva’s aqua classes were brilliant too—fun, energetic and something I wish I’d attended more often.

Beach Rouge was our favourite restaurant, and Doogesh and Giovanni looked after us wonderfully. Dining delicious food on the beach was a highlight. I also have severe food allergies, and the hotel took excellent care of me, even arranging a celebration chocolate cake made by one of the head chefs.

We enjoyed the glass-bottom boat trip, where we spotted turtles, and our older son had a fantastic scuba-diving experience with Russel and Rose. Taking the pedalo out on the lagoon was great fun too. The resort never felt crowded, with plenty of space and flexible activities. We recommend booking evening restaurants in advance.

The outdoor screening of Mamma Mia! with popcorn, under a full moon and star-filled sky, was magical. A trip to nearby Domaine de Labourdonnais was also well worth doing, with beautiful gardens, animals, giant tortoises and enjoyable rum, juice and jelly tastings.

Another lovely surprise was finding a hidden message in a bottle, which won me a treatment with Marie Pirouette. She was fantastic, both professionally and personally.

We visited in August and found the weather ideal: around 25–26°C with a gentle breeze, much more comfortable than extreme heat.

LUX* Grand Gaube has created something truly special. We’ll remember the beautiful setting, but especially the kindness and genuine happiness of the staff. Thank you to everyone who made our stay so memorable—we made wonderful family memories and really didn’t want to leave!

We hope to return one day. 🇲🇺❤️