La Rosedepine chez Mariani chez l'habitant

Fourteen rooms in a family-run guesthouse on Rivière Banane street, La Rosedepine sits within Port Mathurin, the small capital of Rodrigues Island — Mauritius's quieter, less-developed sibling some 650 kilometres to the northeast.

The property runs directly onto beachfront, with snorkeling, canoeing, and fishing available from the shore. A shared kitchen and lounge keep the atmosphere communal; individual rooms include private bathrooms, refrigerators, and fans. Family rooms accommodate groups, and kids' meals are prepared on request.

Rodrigues draws visitors for its lagoon and near-total absence of mass tourism. Airport shuttles are arranged through the front desk, and car rental is available on-site for reaching the island's hiking trails and walking tour routes.