Le Paradisier

Le Paradisier is an ecolodge in the literal sense of the word. It is 100% powered by solar energy, so you will not find a lot of unnecessary electrical appliances in the 20 cabins. The cabins, which are built of stone and have thatched roofs and, of course, the most beautiful rosewood floor, are characterised by their spartan furnishings. The beds are comfortable and fitted with mosquito nets, and all the cabins obviously have an en suite bathroom and a small terrace at the front. There is no air conditioning (but a small fan), minibar or Nespresso machine – on the other hand the sea is right outside your door. There is one socket in the bathroom where you can charge your phone, otherwise there is a charging station at reception.

It’s not luxury – and yet …

If you get up early in the morning and walk through the sand down to the beach while the sun is slowly rising and the sky is a stunning blue-purple-pink, the water calm and the local fishermen are only just starting to stir, then it actually feels like luxury!

Later in the day, you can lie down by the infinity pool, and in the season (about June to September) spot whales directly from the pool. That actually feels like luxury too!

The huts are scattered over a large area, which is connected by narrow paths and flanked by tropical plants. Here, you may certainly be lucky enough to see chameleons on their way to breakfast – and in the evening perhaps even a mouse lemur or two.

There is a restaurant and bar with nice views of the sea, and Wi-Fi in the communal areas.