Grand Hôtel du Lagon - The main strengths (Réunion)
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Grand Hôtel du Lagon - The main strengths (Réunion)
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Category: Africa Indian Ocean - Réunion
This is a press release selected by our editorial committee and published online for free on 2009-06-10
The marriage between modernity and tradition conjures a new art of living, made of serenity laced with flavours.
Grand Hôtel du Lagon’s majestic entry gate unveils a magnificent colonial mansion with an array of tasteful aesthetic surprises. Besides the successful renovation, the establishment’s gastronomic style pays tribute to creativity as well as honours the island’s traditional regional products. The giant swimming pool, which is the largest of all the island’s hotel pools, fittingly completes the picture. Welcome to a top-of-the-range establishment.
Elegant modernity
The colonial beauty and charm of Grand Hôtel du Lagon has been carefully preserved, with the addition of a touch of modernity. The 174 rooms are a hymn to elegant modernity, with a new harmony of colours and contemporary materials. Classical old world blue in concert with warm trendy brown for all Superior rooms. Grey, beige and ivory tones for the Junior suites. Moiré cushions with dark tones, bronze foliage over a turquoise background, bluish croquis over monochrome pictures: an exalting association of various colour tones, a feeling of deep intensity.
Transparent polycarbonate Louis XVI armchairs for all rooms and suites! Philippe Starck’s contemporary creative genius at the heart of creole tradition. The rest of the furniture is in line with this pure and sober style: Long black consoles, subdued lighting within modern sconces, circular arabesques and geometric patterns for the fabrics, grey flooring slates contrasting with carpet lines …
The pure and stylish chic design is also omni-present in the restaurants. The imposing chandelier of Orangine and its large armchairs tastefully reflect a new concept of luxury and elegance.
The equipment and materials used at Grand Hôtel du Lagon have been hand-picked among the best international designers: Valli&Valli, Romo, Casamance & Villa Nova, Pierre Frey, Villeroy & Boch.
Flavours and joie de vivre
Orangine offers a gastronomical à la carte menu while Odyssée is dedicated to thematic buffets. Pipangaille serves a light fresh cuisine and all-day snacks beside the pool. Clapotis, the new beach restaurant, is the place to go for traditional Reunion Island cuisine.
Various leisure activities are available for kids as well as grown-ups: Golf, beach volley, table tennis, children playground, mini club for those between three to twelve… The sea lovers can opt for snorkelling to discover the lagoon’s flora and fauna or go on a kayak trip along the West coast and lts long filao beaches.
For those for prefer inland activities, Grand Hôtel du Lagon offers a fitness centre as well as tennis and petanque facilities.
Reunion Island and St Gilles, an attractive destination
The mountain Cirques of Cilaos, Salazie or Mafate, the lunar landscape of the Piton de la Fournaise volcano, the botanical gardens, the spice markets: Reunion Island has a wealth of attractions. A melting pot of races and cultures, a symphony of colours, aromas and flavours, a unique sensory experience.
Grand Hôtel du Lagon is located at St Gilles, on one on the island’s most beautiful beaches, lined with countless filao trees. The water temperature is ideal, regardless of the season and varies between 22 to 29 degrees centigrade in summer. This popular destination for both local and European holiday-goers is quite dynamic. St Gilles is a vibrant and exuberant town whose shops, bars and restaurants are remindful of the famous St Tropez in France.
A successful renovation, an ideal location right in front of the lagoon, luxurious settings and excellent restaurants in an intense, unique island, offering a wealth of sensations and discoveries: Grand Hôtel du Lagon is ready to welcome clients!
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