Reunion Island

A true find for peace seekers, Senteur Vanille makes you feel like you've stepped into a Garden of Eden, with mango, lychee and papaya trees all over the grounds. — Lonely Planet

The yellow and blue interior spaces are warm, welcoming, and tastefully decorated in Ligne Roset designs. — Fodor's

You'd never guess it from the road but this guesthouse is a great find. — Lonely Planet

The guesthouse has a large sitting room, plain bedrooms with minimalist decor and three more comfortable doubles in a separate building. — Lonely Planet

This delightful hotel on the southern outskirts of St-Leu adds a welcoming touch of glam to the local hotel scene, with just 14 artfully designed and sensitively furnished rooms, an award-winning restaurant, an inviting pool and smashing views. — Lonely Planet

A welcoming venture on the outskirts of Aurère, on the way to Îlet à Malheur. Two four-bed dorms. — Lonely Planet

While not luxurious, this sprawling three-star resort consisting of various pavilions is a reliable base, especially if you can score promotional rates. — Lonely Planet

A cluster of small cottages scattered amid gardens that carpet a knoll. The rooms are a tad frayed around the edges but it's an acceptable plan B. — Lonely Planet

One of southern Réunion's best-kept secrets, this rural paradise surrounded by forest and sugar-cane fields is a great place to come down a few gears. — Lonely Planet

Your heart will lift at the dreamy views over the coast; your body will rejuvenate with the Valatchy family's healthy meals. — Lonely Planet