Title: Le Flamboyant Hotel - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Le Flamboyant Hotel Travelers find peaceful moments in the garden oasis and enjoy thoughtfully prepared meals at the on-site restaurant while attentive staff handles all the details ## Photo gallery for Le Flamboyant Hotel ![Beach - Le Flamboyant Hotel (Rodrigues Island)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12810000/12809500/12809424/2072aa64.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior - Le Flamboyant Hotel (Rodrigues Island)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12810000/12809500/12809424/933e48a3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![View from property - Le Flamboyant Hotel (Rodrigues Island)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12810000/12809500/12809424/ffbdc6fe.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Standard Room - Le Flamboyant Hotel (Rodrigues Island)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12810000/12809500/12809424/0aaac784.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Bar (on property) - Le Flamboyant Hotel (Rodrigues Island)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12810000/12809500/12809424/2e5409e8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Le Flamboyant Hotel offers a continental breakfast and garden access in its central location. Guests connect with free WiFi in public areas, enjoy meals at the restaurant, and can utilize several meeting rooms to organize their day's adventures. ## Reviews 4.8 ## Popular amenities - Breakfast included - Free WiFi - Restaurant - Air conditioning - Business services - Bar ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Dec. 24 - Dec. 25](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-24&endDate=2025-12-25&selected=12809424&PinnedHotelID=12809424&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-24&endDate=2025-12-25&selected=12809424&PinnedHotelID=12809424&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Dec. 25 - Dec. 26](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-25&endDate=2025-12-26&selected=12809424&PinnedHotelID=12809424&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-25&endDate=2025-12-26&selected=12809424&PinnedHotelID=12809424&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Dec. 26 - Dec. 28](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-26&endDate=2025-12-28&selected=12809424&PinnedHotelID=12809424&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-26&endDate=2025-12-28&selected=12809424&PinnedHotelID=12809424&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Jan. 2 - Jan. 4](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-02&endDate=2026-01-04&selected=12809424&PinnedHotelID=12809424&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-02&endDate=2026-01-04&selected=12809424&PinnedHotelID=12809424&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed Showing 1 of 1 room ### View all photos for Standard Room ![Standard Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12810000/12809500/12809424/0266cb80.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Room ### Highlights Air conditioning Free cribs/infant beds LCD TV Ceiling fan Private bathroom Hair dryer Minibar Daily housekeeping - 161 sq ft - City view - Sleeps 3 - 1 King Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FRodrigues-Island-Hotels-Le-Flamboyant-Hotel.h12809424.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FRodrigues-Island-Hotels-Le-Flamboyant-Hotel.h12809424.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-19.68245%2C63.42321&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=biRivq_d6tKmLuhAxzjMbWTrj7E=) Rue Victoria, Port Mathurin, Rodrigues Island #### What's nearby - Port Mathurin Market \- 3 min walk \- 0.3 km - Rodrigues Tourism Office \- 1 min drive \- 0.0 km - Baladirou Beach \- 5 min drive \- 3.8 km - Pointe Coton \- 19 min drive \- 14.7 km - Trou d'Argent Beach \- 24 min drive \- 13.2 km #### Getting around - Rodrigues Island (RRG-Sir Charles Gaetan Duval) - 27 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Rodrigues Friendly Café - ‬4 min walk - ‪Marlin Bleu Restaurant - ‬2 min drive - ‪La Plage - ‬19 min walk - ‪Ti Piment Rouge - ‬5 min walk - ‪Resto La Caverne - ‬3 min drive ## About this property ### Le Flamboyant Hotel Property highlights Take advantage of free continental breakfast, a terrace, and a garden at Le Flamboyant Hotel. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Free WiFi in public areas is available to all guests, along with laundry facilities and a bar. You'll also find perks like: - A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), express check-out, and babysitting (surcharge) - Barbecue grills, luggage storage, and tour/ticket assistance - Concierge services, meeting rooms, and a front-desk safe Room features All guestrooms at Le Flamboyant Hotel have perks such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like safes and minibars. More conveniences in all rooms include: - Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries - LCD TVs with cable channels - Free infant beds, ceiling fans, and daily housekeeping ## Similar properties ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/57000000/56470000/56468700/56468625/532c0dcb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Villa sur mer Baie Malgache - Kitchen - Outdoor Space - Parking available - Barbecue grill [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-07&endDate=2026-01-08&selected=56468625&PinnedHotelID=56468625&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach nearby, rowing, fishing](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12380000/12370100/12370015/0298d085.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Chez Ronald Guest House Rodrigues Island - Breakfast included - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant 8.6 Excellent 27 reviews CA $149 CA $182 total includes taxes & fees Jan 11 - Jan 12, 2026 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-11&endDate=2026-01-12&selected=12370015&PinnedHotelID=12370015&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113160000/113156400/113156348/f91cbd6e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Villa du Sud Rodrigues Island - 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Ocean view - Pet friendly - Parking included - Free WiFi CA $22 CA $35 total includes taxes & fees Jan 15 - Jan 16, 2026 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-15&endDate=2026-01-16&selected=122564933&PinnedHotelID=122564933&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - No onsite parking available - Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) ### Food and drink - Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM - A bar/lounge - A restaurant ### Family friendly - Babysitting (surcharge) - In-room crib - Laundry facilities ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk - Laundry facilities - Luggage storage - Safe at front desk ### Guest services - Concierge services - Housekeeping (daily) - Tour and ticket assistance ### Business services - Business center - Meeting rooms ### Outdoors - Barbecue grill - Garden - Terrace ### Accessibility - No elevator ### More - Designated smoking areas ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Free crib ### Bathroom - Free toiletries - Hair dryer - Private bathroom - Shower - Towels provided ### Entertainment - LCD TV with cable channels ### Food and drink - Minibar ### More - Air conditioning - Ceiling fan - Desk - Iron/ironing board on request - Safe ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM Late check-in subject to availability Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 11 AM Express check-out available ### Special check-in instructions Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation If you are planning to arrive after 5:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets No pets or service animals allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available Free cribs are available on request at the property ### Property payment types ## Important information ### Fees You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: - Christmas Eve (December 24) Gala Dinner per adult: EUR 40.00 - Christmas Eve (December 24) Gala Dinner per child: EUR 20.00 (from 3 to 12 years old) - New Year's Eve (December 31) Gala Dinner per adult: EUR 45.00 - New Year's Eve (December 31) Gala Dinner per child: EUR 25.00 (from 3 to 12 years old) - A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 3.00 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 12 years of age. We have included all charges provided to us by the property. ### You need to know Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted ### We should mention This property does not have elevators No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property ### Property is also known as Flamboyant Hotel Rodrigues Island Flamboyant Rodrigues Island Le Flamboyant Hotel Hotel Le Flamboyant Hotel Rodrigues Island Le Flamboyant Hotel Hotel Rodrigues Island ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Le Flamboyant Hotel pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Le Flamboyant Hotel? ### What time is check-out at Le Flamboyant Hotel? ### Does Le Flamboyant Hotel provide a shuttle to the airport? ### Where is Le Flamboyant Hotel located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Le Flamboyant Hotel Reviews 4.8 All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 4.4 Cleanliness ### 7.6 Location ### 6.6 Staff & service ### 2.0 Eco-friendliness ### 3.4 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 0 8 - Good 2 6 - Okay 3 4 - Poor 2 2 - Terrible 3 ## Reviews ### 4/10 Poor #### Serge Feb 3, 2025 Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Le sommier du lit est une planche de bois, la climatisation ne faisait pas de froid, soit c'est l'eau froide ou bouillante, ménage sans excès, j'ai eu une fuite d'eau le premier jour, on m'a proposé une autre chambre mais j'ai constaté que la lumière et la télévision ne fonctionnait pas, petit déjeuner pas genial et le problème jamais prêt à 7h30 donc problématique si RDV pour une sortie. J'arrête là sinon je vais remplir trois pages. ##### Serge Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2025 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Verified traveller Dec 1, 2019 Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Nous avons dû se chercher un autre hôtel.Hotel le Flamboyants en travaux 5h du matin bruits infernaux et musique à fond ect.. nous avons fuit, une horreur.je demande le remboursement du séjours. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2019 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Verified traveller Jan 7, 2019 Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Chambre de prisonnier pas dé serviettes , a réclamer tous les jours !!!.déjeuners et diners dans une salle de cantine !!! avec tables,chaises,nappes d'une saletée repoussante.....HOTEL A FUIR ET A DECONSEILLER...... ##### Verified traveller Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2019 ### 6/10 Okay #### CHIN Sep 16, 2018 Liked: Staff & service all staff were GOOD, accept one man, help me to key in WRONG WIFI password ##### CHIN Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2018 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Verified traveller Apr 16, 2018 Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Bad place to stay there is a bad smell all over the place; internet is a catastrophy ##### Verified traveller ### 4/10 Poor #### sandrine Dec 4, 2016 Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Hôtel dans lequel ne jamais séjourner Pas de draps dans le lit, une douche qui inonde la salle de bain voire la chambre. Vu sur un terrain en chantier qui reprend ses travaux à 07H30\. Super grasse matinée de détente !!! Petit déjeuner où il n'y a pas grand chose à manger. Hôtel avec aucune activité à proposer et situé loin de la mer. Bref, j'avais réservé 2 nuits mais me suis enfuie au bout d'une seule. Et en plus aucun geste commercial, j'ai quand même dû payer le café que j'avais pris la veille. ##### sandrine ### 8/10 Good #### chantal Nov 1, 2016 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Bien placé et propre mais banal et cher Le plus banal et mauvais petit-déjeuner et aussi le plus cher de tout le séjour.Affligeant pour un hôtel qui se pique de 'classe'. Personnel affable mais pro sans chaleur.Nous avons renoncé au repas du soir à 1200 R exorbitant pour un menu médiocre.je déconseille cet établissement dont le charme vient d'un décor surajouté à du béton banal.rien que de la frime! ##### chantal ### 6/10 Okay #### yves Oct 31, 2016 Liked: Staff & service Disliked: Property conditions & facilities #### pas trop mal bonne personnels agréables repas bien mais tarif élevé pour cet hôtel ##### yves ### 6/10 Okay #### eric, réunion Jan 1, 2016 Liked: Staff & service Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Hôtel bien situé Hôtel bien situé mais manque d'équipements une seul chaine télévision. Petit déjeuner médiocre même si le prix n'est pas élevé. Personnel très accueillant. ##### eric ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller Dec 11, 2019 ##### Verified traveller Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2019 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Hotels in Istanbul](https://www.expedia.ca/Istanbul-Hotels.d178267.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Howard Johnson Plaza by Wyndham by the Falls Niagara Falls](https://www.expedia.ca/Niagara-Falls-Hotels-Howard-Johnson-Plaza-By-Wyndham-By-The-Falls-Niagara-Falls.h27015.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Niagara Falls](https://www.expedia.ca/Niagara-Falls-Hotels.d6023515.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Meech Lake peaceful retreat](https://www.expedia.ca/Chelsea-Hotels-Meech-Lake-Peaceful-Retreat.h30443083.Hotel-Information) > > [Akihabara BAY HOTEL - Caters to Women](https://www.expedia.ca/Tokyo-Hotels-Akihabara-BAY-HOTEL-Caters-To-Women.h15374187.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Hudson](https://www.expedia.ca/Hudson-Hotels.d181940.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Villa Maria Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Ravello-Hotels-Villa-Maria-Hotel.h83499.Hotel-Information) > > [Viva Maya by Wyndham, A Trademark All Inclusive Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Playa-Del-Carmen-Hotels-Viva-Wyndham-Maya-All-Inclusive.h569232.Hotel-Information) > > [Motels St. Albert](https://www.expedia.ca/St-Albert-Motels.d180150-aaMotels.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) > > [Hilton Garden Inn New York Times Square North](https://www.expedia.ca/New-York-Hotels-Hilton-Garden-Inn-New-York-Times-Square-North.h11718114.Hotel-Information) > > [The Seminyak Beach Resort & Spa](https://www.expedia.ca/Seminyak-Hotels-The-Seminyak-Beach-Resort-Spa.h1717203.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Lake City](https://www.expedia.ca/Lake-City-Hotels.d6048190.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Seattle Airport Marriott](https://www.expedia.ca/Seattle-Hotels-Seattle-Airport-Marriott.h6679.Hotel-Information) > > [The Resort at Schlitterbahn](https://www.expedia.ca/New-Braunfels-Hotels-The-Resort-At-Schlitterbahn.h5121475.Hotel-Information) ### Flights > [Flights from Luxor (LXR) to Sharm El Sheikh (SSH)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/lxr/ssh/luxor-to-sharm-el-sheikh) > > [Flights from Ottawa (YOW) to St. John's (YYT)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yow/yyt/ottawa-to-st-johns) > > [Flights from Calgary (YYC) to Toronto (YYZ)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyc/yyz/calgary-to-toronto) > > [Flights from Edmonton (YEG) to Eugene (EUG)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yeg/eug/edmonton-to-eugene) > > [Flights from Vancouver (YVR) to Montreal (YUL)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yvr/yul/vancouver-to-montreal) > > [Flights from Winnipeg (YWG) to Delhi (DEL)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/ywg/del/winnipeg-to-delhi) > > [Flights from Ottawa (YOW) to Detroit (DTW)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yow/dtw/ottawa-to-detroit) > > [Flights from Regina (YQR) to Helsinki (HEL)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yqr/hel/regina-to-helsinki) ### Cars > [Car rentals in Kingston](https://www.expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Kingston.d6057821.Car-Rental-Guide) > > [Car rentals in Ottawa](https://www.expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Macdonald-Cartier-Intl.d5721945.Car-Rental-Guide) ### General