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Palissandre Morondava is a rather charming, laidback beach retreat on the shores of Morondava, a coastal town in western Madagascar. Set directly on Nosy Kely beach, it’s essentially a string of low slung thatched buildings, wide ocean views and sunsets that turn the whole coastline gold.
What’s Hotel Palissandre Morondava really like?
At the heart of the resort are two swimming pools overlooking the beach, a spa and a breezy bar set amongst the coconut palms. The restaurant that spills out onto the pool deck serves generous breakfast buffets and Ă la carte dishes, with a mix of Malagasy and international flavours and plenty of fresh seafood.
Accommodation takes the form of 30 thatched bungalows scattered along the beachfront, each with air conditioning (which is most definitely not omnipresent here), a minibar, safe, en-suite bathroom and a private terrace facing the sea. Most are doubles, but a few triples and family bungalows with bunk beds are also available.
Interiors are simple, comfortable and warmly decorated with polished wood, woven textures and soft neutral tones. The sound of the ocean is a constant backdrop, and most guests spend their days drifting between the beach, the pool and the shade of their veranda (Wi Fi is now available in the rooms as well as the public areas but we found we barely needed it).
What can I do at Hotel Palissandre Morondava?
The spacious gardens and stretch of beach are ideal for children. The atmosphere is relaxed and easy going, and staff are known for being warm and helpful with younger guests. Whilst most visitors make a beeline for the nearby Avenue of the Baobabs, boat trips in the mangroves, cultural visits to local villages and excursions to Kirindy Forest where you may spot lemurs and the elusive fossa can also be arranged. Back at the hotel, guests can enjoy kayaking, tennis, cycling and traditional Malagasy dance evenings.
Giving back at Hotel Palissandre Morondava:
The Palissandre group places emphasis on employing local staff, sourcing produce from nearby communities and supporting regional artisans. The resort is built from natural materials including rosewood and locally sourced stone that minimised the carbon footprint of construction and water usage is carefully managed in this dry region.
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