Holidays and Tourism in Reunion Island
Cottages, Chalets and Bungalows in Reunion
In French, what we commonly call bungalows are light wooden cottages (although the walls of some bungalows are plastic), as well as chalets, that have the smell of holidays in Reunion island. Is it because they evoke the shacks in which, as children, we wanted to pend the night? Bungalows usually are one-storey houses, although they sometimes have a small mezzanine for sleeping. Some are sometimes built on stilts, which adds to their
Langevin
St Joseph In St. Joseph, in the district of Langevin famous for its river and waterfall, enjoy the green “Sud Sauvage” ! In the cottage L’EPIDENDRUM is a comfortable fully equipped cottage for 4 people in a tropical garden. Quiet area and warm welcoming by the owners !
Manapany G''KOMO are 2 wooden bungalows overlooking the beautiful bay of Manapany in St Joseph. Designed for 2 people, they are fully equipped (terrace, kitchenette, bathroom, air cond) and enjoy a superb view over the tropical garden and the Indian Ocean. The swimming pond is only 150 m away, and St Pierre is 15 mn away.
St. Leu
Nature lovers will feel good in this rural place that smells like the authenticity of the heights (of St Leu) and fresh sea air. The little Creole cottage LEU ZATTE ROUGE overhangs the beautiful bay of St Leu and makes you enjoy an exceptional view of the coast, a lush garden and a simple yet refined accommodation. For 2 to 6 people.
Bois Court As you drive across Bois Court, in la Plaine des Cafres, no doubt you will notice a big wooden chalet and two small slate-covered chalets at the end of the garden. On over 2300 sqm of natural grass (pride of the gardener!), these wooden buildings are the CHALETS AURORE that will welcome you in their serviced cottages, close to hiking trails.
View and quiet
St Paul In the district of Bellemène, overlooking the bay of Saint Paul, each of the two wooden bungalows LE ROSAT provides comfort for 2 people for a modest price: completed in 2013, each has a private jacuzzi which allows vacationers to delightfully relax after a day of discovery, sightseeing or hiking.
L'Etang Salé
Around a swimming pool in the heart of a lush garden, the BAOBAB & PALMIERS residence invites to rest and relax on the south west coast, in l’Etang Salé. In an enchanting setting, you will appreciate its ideal location and the hospitality of your host as well as her sound advice. 3 bungalows and 2 little Creole houses, made of exotic wood, offer comfort 2 to 4 people.
Studio, Villa
La Rivière St Louis As a holiday residence in La Riviere Saint Louis, THE VILLAGE offers a studio and cottages that can accommodate up to 6 people. Each cottage has a double bedroom, a bathroom, a living room-kitchen of 20 sqm with a sofa bed, TV, and a 15 sqm terrace overlooking the garden and swimming pool. Possible pack accommodation/car rental.
St Leu In a tropical garden featuring a swimming pool, LA RESIDENCE DES PECHEURS offers six lovely wooden cottages, all independent and fully equipped. It is located in St Leu, in a quiet area, 2 steps from the lagoon and shops, overlooking the sea and the mountains.
Maido
For an enchanting break between meadows populated by horses and panoramic views of the Indian Ocean, go to LA PRAIRIE DU MAÏDO, Marie and Daniel’s ranch! Your attentive hosts will accommodate you in an unusual chalet which can comfortably accommodate up to 8 people in a country and cosy atmosphere. Change of scenery guaranteed!
Hermitage les Bains 100 m from the lagoon beaches of L''Hermitage, 4 km from the center of St Gilles les Bains and close to a supermarket, KITOKO RENTALS offers Les Résidences du Lagon, ideal for a pleasant stay on the island. In an exotic garden, the bungalows are air conditioned and fully equipped for 2 to 6 pers.
Accommodation in Bungalows or in Chalets in Reunion island
Accommodation in bungalows
The bungalows, contrary to what one might think, do not come from North America, but from India. Hence it is quite logical to find them in Reunion, since the island is so imbued with Indianness. The Hindi word "bangala" or "bungalow" designates a small single-family thatched home that served as an abode to the first English settlers came to trade on the coast of Bengal in the seventeenth century. Even today, this term refers to a small one-story house cleverly arranged in order to contain all parts necessary for everyday life. So you can cook there, stay there and relax for a pleasant holiday in Reunion island.
Furnished chalets
The word "chalet" is reminiscent of the traditional mountain buildings that are found in the Swiss and Savoie regions. Again, the mountainous terrain of Reunion island is a natural setting for these small wooden buildings, the sloping roof of which will never be covered by snow however. Sometimes equipped with a fireplace, they bode well for warm and friendly evenings with family or friends aspiring to a well deserved rest after a day wandering the trails.
Tourist Labels
Some rentals in Reunion island display a label that guarantees a higher or lower level of service depending on the classified accommodations. Nevertheless, one should bear in mind that other accommodations, non-classified and which do not display any label, also offer quality services.The label "Meublé de Tourisme" is, for example, issued by the prefecture after a declaration to the City Hall and an inspection by the prefectoral services. In order to get this label, the accommodations must meet the minimum criteria of comfort and interior finishing defined by ministerial decree; then follows a ranking from one ("Simple comfort") to five stars ("Exceptional amenities and environment").
The national label "CléVacances" is approved by the Ministry of Tourism and also certifies the level of services of apartments, residences and houses, as well as villas and character houses. The criteria imposed by the tourism professionals from Reunion island who control the housing and assign keys (one to five keys again) here relate to equipment, comfort, environment, but also the reception.
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