If you fancy a more "resorty" hotel but also like the idea of experiencing Madagascar (rather than the usual far more commercialised destinations like Mauritius) then this 58-room All-Inclusive hotel set on a stunning golden sand beach in the north-west corner of Nosy Be could be just what you're looking for!

Lovely lodge of 8 spacious bungalows scattered across a forested hillside on the eastern side of Nosy Komba island, enjoying stunning views out over the ocean towards the sunrise!

This pretty little boutique hotel lies on a stunning powder-sand beach lined with gorgeous palm trees at Pwani Mchangani receives consistent rave reviews for the delicious food and the great service from the friendly owners and staff!

Pineapple Beach Villas may be "self-catering", but frankly the beachfront accommodation here is far nicer than you'll find at most resorts! The villas are spacious, very stylish and luxurious - and there's even an excellent on-site restaurant (meals at extra cost) if you don't fancy cooking yourself!

The highlight of this characterful little lodge of 11 spacious and very stylish villas is that each of the rooms boast their own individual plunge pools! (and the price is surprisingly attractive too!)

Simple and sociable little lodge of just 6 bungalows set in a sensationally beautiful position under a grove of palm trees and literally a couple of paces from the white coral sands lining the best swimming beach along the west coast of Ile aux Nattes!

Swim with whale sharks, snorkel on coral reefs, picnic on pristine sand banks, or simply relax on the stunning white powder beach in front of Butiama – this gorgeous little beach lodge on unspoiled Mafia Island has jumped straight into our shortlist of favourites!

If being located on a sensational beach is more important to you than staying in a luxurious hotel room, then head to this simple little 20-room guesthouse/hotel perched above a breathtakingly beautiful beach on the gorgeous south-east coast of Mahe!

The recipient of consistent rave reviews from our clients, this is a stylish and intimate retreat of just 8 rooms (each with private plunge pools!) on top of the dunes looking out on the spectacular seascape that is the Bazaruto archipelago! Great service and delicious food!

The finest accommodation available on the stunningly beautiful island of Ile aux Nattes, Bijoux Villas are a couple of gorgeously rustic 4-bedroomed villas set in amidst palm trees on a gorgeous white coral sand beach – a fantastic option for a group of friends or family!

This secluded and charming beach lodge (previously known as Blue Footprints) with its 5 comfortable Ocean View Cottages perched in the dunes above a seemingly endless beach boasts wonderfully friendly hosting, stunning food and superb and ever-present views over the ocean!

With stunning views out over the azure waters and scattered islands of the Bazaruto Archipelago, the Bahia Mar is a very stylish yet reasonably priced alternative to the expensive island lodges it overlooks!

Situated on THE most jaw-droppingly beautiful beach we've seen on Zanzibar, this superbly run romantic beach lodge is a favourite for honeymooners and other travellers looking for a great beach holiday (and the top room types now also boast private plunge pools!)

If you’re looking to drop out of the madness of modern life for a week or so, then it’s hard to imagine a more pristine and “off the map” destination to escape to than Nuarro!

In the middle of a palm tree grove on the edge of a glorious white sand beach and lagoon you'll find the 20 chalets that make up the most luxurious accommodation on the pirate's island of Sainte Marie.

The largest and most conventional of all the lodges in the Bazaruto Archipelago, Anantara Bazaruto with its 44 villas appeals to travellers wanting to head off the beaten track but still enjoy loads of activities and facilities - a halfway house if you like between a lodge and a resort.

Location, location, location!!! This hugely popular 80-room Creole flavoured resort lies tucked away in the quietest corner of the stunning Cote d'Or beach with a towering rain forest clad mountainside behind and the blindingly blue waters of the bay in front - great for couples and families alike!