Isalo

Le Relais De La Reine

Name: Le Relais De La Reine
Address: Isalo National Park, Madagascar
Price range: From US$130 per person, per night

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Le Relais De La Reine

About Le Relais De La Reine

Luxury within striking distance of Madagascar's imposing sandstone massifs

Madagascar is an extraordinarily picturesque country with tropical forests, white sandy beaches, giant baobabs, sandstone canyons. The forth largest island in the world possesses a habitat with truly idiosyncratic biodiversity - ninety percent of its wildlife occurs nowhere else on Earth. Le Relais De La Reine is a comfortable stop-over on your Madagascar adventure. From here it's a short trek to Isalo National Park, where you can see lemurs, reptiles, a dizzying array of birds, and of course its iconic sandstone formations. The giant blanched rock faces (massifs) can be scaled in a harness if you're keen to climb - or simply appreciated from afar. The hotel itself is constructed with the beautiful local stone that makes this mineral-rich region so unique.

Isalo , Madagascar

From $120 per person/per night

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30 Rooms

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The property

The extensive grounds are cleverly set around this beautiful, rocky Malagasy wilderness (with plenty of tailored grassy lawns between). The stone architecture indeed compliments the geography. The pool and dining areas are cleverly tucked into the naturally occurring rocks on the property, creating a beautiful setting to relax or dine with dramatic views of the Isalo escarpment. Guests convene in a large open common area with comfortable sofas and air-conditioning though the best seating is by far outdoors. Meals are most often taken alfresco on the stone patio, though occasionally inside by the atmospheric fireplace.

The rooms

The large chalets housing double and twin rooms are scattered amidst the natural outcrops of rocks, again, mostly built with local stone. All thirty of the rooms are set on the ground-level with their own patios leading out to the lawns. They have a cave-like feeling with the stone walls - in the best possible way; they are elegantly and simply decorated, some with grand four-poster beds. Each has an ensuite bathroom and air-conditioning.

Activities

Isalo National Park is a must if you plan to visit this region of Madagascar - see why this country is so famously diverse. Even better, you can explore the rocks and valleys and canyons of Isalo via horseback - take just a few hours, or a half-day tour. Guided walks with a local are informative and insightful, and for the most staggering views around, consider scaling the Isalo massifs on an expertly laid rock climbing course (beginners welcomed). A tour of a precious stone mine (sapphires, amethysts, tourmalines) provides a peek into the geology, history and economy of the region, as does a village tour. Keep as busy or as chilled-out as you want.

Plan your stay

How to book Le Relais De La Reine

How do I book Le Relais De La Reine?

Le Relais De La Reine can be booked with Timbuktu as part of a tailor-made Madagascar trip, rather than as a standalone room reservation. Start online, customising one of our recommended Madagascar trips featuring Le Relais De La Reine or get advice and suggestions from one of our Madagascar specialists who will design the trip around your dates, check availability and handle every booking for you.

How much does it cost to stay at Le Relais De La Reine?

Stays at Le Relais De La Reine start from around $120 per person per night as part of a tailor-made trip. The exact price depends on your travel dates, room type and the shape of the rest of your itinerary. A Timbuktu travel specialist can give you an accurate quote for your dates.

Madagascar

Isalo National Park

Search for dancing sifakas and leaping lemurs amid a melee of watercolour views and crystal pools.