One of Mauritius’s most striking beachfront resorts has changed hands. The Anantara Iko Mauritius Resort & Villas, located on Le Chaland Beach on the island’s southeast coast, is now operating as Constance Le Chaland. The switch took effect on 5 February 2026. The building has not been sold. The owner remains the same. What changed is who runs it.
The property belongs to IKO (Mauritius) Hotel Limited, a subsidiary of the Currimjee Group, one of Mauritius’s oldest and most established business families. Since 2019, the resort was managed by Anantara, a Thai-based international hotel brand owned by Minor International. That partnership has now ended. In its place, Currimjee signed a management agreement with Constance Hospitality, a homegrown Mauritian luxury hotel operator known for properties like Constance Belle Mare Plage.
Why the Switch?
For the Currimjee Group, the logic is straightforward. Constance brings strong brand recognition across the Indian Ocean, a loyal repeat clientele, and deep local expertise. Its “True by Nature” philosophy, centred on environmental care, wellness, fine dining, and its signature wine programme, fits naturally with Le Chaland’s setting near the Blue Bay Marine Park. The Currimjee Group wants higher room revenues and stronger positioning. Constance has the tools to deliver that.
For Constance, the deal adds a 170-room resort to its Mauritian portfolio alongside Belle Mare Plage and Sakoa Boutik. More properties in one market means shared staffing, purchasing power, and marketing muscle. It is a classic cluster strategy, and it works.
What It Means
This deal reflects a growing trend in Mauritius. Rather than building new hotels from scratch, owners are refreshing existing ones by bringing in new management brands. It is faster, less expensive, and less risky. For guests, both parties promise a smooth transition with no disruption. For the market, it is another sign that Mauritian operators are winning back ground from international chains, competing on quality, local knowledge, and authenticity.
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