Sunlife

What Sunlife does

Sunlife, operating under the legal entity Sun Limited, is a Mauritian luxury hospitality group founded in 1979 that owns and operates four resorts (Sugar Beach, Long Beach, La Pirogue, Ambre), a private coastal club (The Bay Club at Anahita), three championship golf courses (Anahita, Ile aux Cerfs, Tamarina), and the Ile aux Cerfs private island. The portfolio spans 5-star and 4-star positioning across more than 1,000 rooms on Mauritius's premier beachfront locations, supported by 1,900m² of conference space and the proprietary GLOW spa and wellness brand.

The group runs a direct-to-consumer go-to-market model, with bookings taken through its own multilingual websites (yoursunlife.com and resort microsites in English, French, and German), phone reservations, WhatsApp, and dedicated MICE and wedding enquiry channels. The reservation system is operated on Sabre Hospitality Solutions' SynXis platform; gift vouchers are sold via bookin1.com and day passes via daypassapp.com. Distribution is supplemented by online travel agencies, with direct booking incentivised through a Best Rate Guarantee.

Revenue is generated across five streams: luxury resort accommodation (the largest), food and beverage across more than a dozen restaurants and bars under multiple meal-plan formats, golf (free for in-house guests and packaged via the €399 Come Alive Golf Tour), events and weddings including MICE, and wellness through GLOW. The customer base spans affluent leisure travellers, families, golfers, destination wedding couples, corporate and incentive groups, and adult-only all-inclusive guests. Pricing uses tiered discounts (20% long stay, 10% returning guest, 20% extra-room family discount, 15–40% promotional offers) with no disclosed subscription or membership pricing beyond the Members Club at Sugar Beach.

Name

Sunlife

Legal name

Sun Limited

Website

https://yoursunlife.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1979

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1,001–5,000 employees

Short description

Sunlife, operating under Sun Limited, is a Mauritian luxury hospitality group running four resorts (Sugar Beach, Long Beach, La Pirogue, Ambre), a private coastal club, three championship golf courses, and Ile aux Cerfs island, serving leisure travellers, families, golfers, and MICE customers across more than 1,000 rooms.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Luxury Resort Hospitality

NAICS

Traveler Accommodation (7211), Golf Courses and Country Clubs (71391)

SIC

Hotels, Rooming Houses, Camps & Other Lodging Places (7000), Services-Membership Sports & Recreation Clubs (7997), Services-Amusement & Recreation Services (7900)

akta.pro primary industry

Beachfront & Island Luxury Resorts (THAGACAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Beachfront & Coastal Full-Service Hotels (THAGAAAI), Beach & Island All-Inclusive Resorts (THAGAKAG), Luxury Wellness & Spa Resorts (THAGACAG), Island, Beach & Resort Travel Agencies (THAKAFAL)

Keywords

• Luxury resort operations
• Hospitality management
• Golf resort services
• Spa and wellness
• Destination weddings

Headquarters

HQ city

Ebène

HQ country

Mauritius

HQ region

Africa

Offices5 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Luxury Resort Accommodation: Sunlife operates 4 resorts and a private island, generating primary revenue from room nights across its properties. The portfolio spans 5-star resorts (Sugar Beach, Long Beach), 4-star resorts (La Pirogue, Ambre), and luxury offerings at The Bay Club at Anahita and Ile aux Cerfs. Total room inventory exceeds 1,000 rooms across the 4 resorts.
2. Food & Beverage: Each resort operates multiple restaurants and bars. Sugar Beach has 7 restaurants and bars; Long Beach has 5 restaurants and 2 bars. Revenue from dining is captured through multiple meal plans (Half Board, Full Board, All-Inclusive). Sugar Beach guests have access to sister resort La Pirogue's restaurants, and La Pirogue guests reciprocally access Sugar Beach's dining.
3. Golf & Leisure: Sunlife provides access to championship golf courses including Ile aux Cerfs Golf Club (Bernhard Langer, 2003), Anahita Golf Club (Ernie Els, 2008), and Tamarina Golf Club (Rodney Wright, 2006). Free green fees are included for resort guests, with the Come Alive Golf Tour package sold at 399 Euros for 5 rounds across 4 courses.
4. Events, Weddings & MICE: The company hosts corporate meetings, conferences, and weddings across its resorts. The events segment offers 1,900m² of conferencing space, with venues accommodating up to 1,000 guests (Sugar Beach outdoor spaces). Sunlife also offers bespoke wedding packages. Government tax refund incentives are available for qualifying events (100+ visitors, minimum 3-night stay).
5. Wellness & Spa (GLOW): GLOW is the integrated spa and wellness brand across Sunlife resorts. It offers treatments using local Mauritian ingredients (sea salt, aloe vera, tropical fruits) in partnership with local artisans Indika, as well as curated wellness rituals, sound healing, aqua yoga, and creative workshops.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Sunlife operates a portfolio of 4 luxury beach resorts (Sugar Beach, Long Beach, La Pirogue, Ambre), a private coastal club (The Bay Club at Anahita), and affiliated championship golf courses across Mauritius. The company sells accommodation, dining, spa (GLOW), golf, MICE/events, weddings, and curated guest experiences under the Come Alive Collection across more than 1,000 rooms and three signature golf courses.

Product overview

Sunlife is a luxury resort group operating 4 resorts, 1 private club, and 2 golf courses across Mauritius. The portfolio includes Sugar Beach (5-star, 238 rooms, Flic en Flac), Long Beach (5-star, 255 rooms, Belle Mare), La Pirogue (4-star, 248 thatched cottages, authentic Mauritian experience), and Ambre (4-star, 297 rooms, adult-only all-inclusive). The Bay Club at Anahita is a private coastal club with Ernie Els golf course, while Ile aux Cerfs offers a paradise island experience with Bubble Lodges. Supporting offerings include GLOW spa and wellness, the Come Alive Collection of curated experiences, meetings and events services with 1,900m² of conference space, and wedding packages. Free green fees are included at three championship golf courses (Ile aux Cerfs by Bernhard Langer, Anahita by Ernie Els, and Tamarina by Rodney Wright).

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Sugar Beach: 5-star glamourous sanctuary resort in Flic en Flac with sunset views, 238 rooms and suites, 2 pools, 7 restaurants and bars
• Long Beach
• La Pirogue
• Ambre
• The Bay Club at Anahita
• Anahita Golf
• Ile aux Cerfs
• Come Alive Collection
• GLOW Spa & Wellness

Products and services

• Sugar Beach Resort 5-star luxury resort in Wolmar, Flic en Flac with 238 guest rooms and suites, 7 restaurants and bars, 2 pools, full-service spa, fitness centre, and beachfront location. Guests also enjoy reciprocal access to sister resort La Pirogue's restaurants and facilities.
• Long Beach Resort 5-star modern beach resort along Belle Mare beach on the east coast of Mauritius with 255 spacious rooms and suites, 5 restaurants, 2 bars, wellness facilities, golf access, and adventure activities ranging from sunrise kayaking to bee hive farming.
• La Pirogue Resort 4-star authentic Mauritian resort in Wolmar, Flic en Flac with 248 thatched-roof cottages in boho-chic style, featuring Mauritian cuisine, local experiences including fishing, diving, dolphin watching, and privileged access to Sugar Beach restaurants and bars.
• Ambre Resort 4-star all-inclusive adult-only resort on the sunrise coast in Palmar with 297 rooms and suites, offering all-inclusive dining, bars, infinity pool, and relaxed ocean views.
• The Bay Club at Anahita Private coastal club set within 213 hectares of lush gardens featuring an Ernie Els-designed 18-hole championship golf course, offering a community-focused luxury beach experience with private member amenities.
• Championship Golf Courses (Anahita, Ile aux Cerfs, Tamarina) Three 18-hole championship golf courses affiliated with Sunlife resorts: Ile aux Cerfs (Bernhard Langer, opened November 2003, 6,476m, par 72), Anahita (Ernie Els, opened March 2008, 6,828m), and Tamarina (Rodney Wright, opened October 2006, 6,886m). Free unlimited green fees for resort guests, plus the Come Alive Golf Tour package of 5 rounds on 4 courses for 399 Euros.
• GLOW Spa and Wellness Integrated spa and wellness brand across Sunlife resorts offering treatments using local Mauritian ingredients in partnership with local artisans Indika, plus curated rituals including Healing Resonance, Morning Shalom, Ocean Healing, and Aqua Flow yoga.
• Meetings and Events (MICE) Conference and event hosting services across all Sunlife properties with 1,900m² of conferencing space, multiple venue options including outdoor spaces accommodating up to 1,000 guests, AV equipment, dedicated conference planners, and access to championship golf courses. Qualifying events with 100+ visitors staying 3+ nights are eligible for Mauritius government tax refund incentives.
• Wedding Packages Wedding celebration packages at Sunlife resorts including ceremony decoration, wedding planner, photographer, cake, champagne, romantic dinners, and legal documentation support including coordination with Port Louis civil offices and the Supreme Court of Mauritius. Wedding packages starting from complimentary for 3+ night stays.
• Come Alive Collection Curated guest experiences across Sunlife resorts including Brillant Breakfast (floating breakfast), Pirogue Painting, Sega Zoomba fitness, Glass Studio, Beauty Bubble, Vibe & Ride E-Bike Adventure, Cinema under the Stars, Healing Resonance, and biodiversity/nature experiences at Ferney Nature Reserve.
• Members Club Exclusive membership program at Sugar Beach offering privileged access to additional benefits and services for returning guests.
• Ile aux Cerfs Island Private island destination operated by Sunlife featuring the Bernhard Langer-designed 18-hole championship golf course, day excursions, beach experiences, water sports, and exclusive Bubble Lodges for overnight stays. Boat transfers are provided for guests and event groups.

Quantifiable outcome

• Sunlife operates 4 resorts, 1 private coastal club, and 2 golf courses across Mauritius, totalling over 1,000 rooms and 1,900m² of conference space.
• +2 more outcomes

Segments7 records

Ideal customer profiles7 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration3 records

Partnerships

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Anahita Golf ClubcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 March 2008Anahita Golf Club is an 18-hole championship course designed by Ernie Els, opened in March 2008. Located on the east coast of Mauritius, it is set within 213 hectares of lush gardens. It is part of the Anahita Resort and affiliated with Sunlife's golf offering. Free and unlimited green fees are included for Sunlife resort guests.
• Tamarina Golf ClubcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 October 2006Tamarina Golf Club is an 18-hole championship course designed by Rodney Wright, opened in October 2006. Located on the west coast of Mauritius, it rounds out Sunlife's three-course golf offering. Free and unlimited green fees are available for Sunlife resort guests.
• Ile aux Cerfs Golf ClubcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 November 2003Ile aux Cerfs Golf Club is a world-renowned 18-hole championship golf course designed by Bernhard Langer, opened in November 2003. It is affiliated with Sunlife's resort portfolio and offers free and unlimited green fees for guests staying at Sunlife resorts. Sunlife provides free shuttle transportation to the course.
• Ile aux CerfscoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2003Ile aux Cerfs is a private island operated by Sunlife, offering day trips, beach experiences, water sports, and the exclusive Bubble Lodges for overnight stays. It is used for both leisure guests and private events (weddings, corporate days). Sunlife provides boat transfers to the island for guests and event groups.
• Sabre Hospitality Solutions / SynXiscoreTechnology or IntegrationSunlife's online reservation system is powered by Sabre Hospitality Solutions' SynXis platform. When guests book online, their personal information and booking data are processed through SynXis. Sunlife stores the SynXis confirmation number and guest email to enable modifications. All payment processing is handled by Sabre/SynXis, not directly by Sunlife.
• Indika (Local Mauritian Artisans)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerSunlife partnered with Indika, a collective of local Mauritian artisans, to develop a 100% natural skincare product range rooted in Mauritius's botanical heritage. These products are used in GLOW spa treatments across Sunlife's resorts. Sunlife guests also have access to the Ferney Nature Reserve where the healing plants are grown.
• Ferney Nature ReserveminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerFerney Nature Reserve is a protected area in Mauritius where healing plants used in GLOW spa treatments are cultivated in their natural habitat. Sunlife guests can visit the reserve as part of the Biodiversity Trail experience within the Come Alive Collection.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Regional players

• One&Only Le Saint Géran: Ultra-luxury single-resort property in Mauritius operated under the Kerzner/One&Only brand. Competes for the same high-end leisure and honeymoon segment in Mauritius, lifting the price ceiling Sunlife can command.
• Oberoi Hotels & Resorts: India-based luxury hotel group with Indian Ocean and select global luxury resorts. Comparable as a family-owned luxury operator in a beach destination with strong brand heritage, though serving a partially overlapping source market and customer profile.
• Taj Hotels (Indian Hotels Company): Indian-headquartered luxury hotel group with Indian Ocean properties and inbound flow from India to Mauritius. Comparable in luxury leisure/honeymoon positioning and family heritage brand, but primarily draws from Indian source markets.

Direct peers

• Beachcomber Resorts & Hotels: Mauritius-headquartered luxury resort group operating multiple 4- and 5-star hotels across the island. Most direct comparable: same geography, same customer base, similar product portfolio and same competitive set as Sunlife.
• LUX* Resorts & Hotels: Mauritian luxury resort group with properties in Mauritius, the Maldives, Reunion and China. Closely comparable in brand portfolio strategy, target customer (luxury leisure, families, weddings) and Indian Ocean premium positioning.
• Constance Hotels & Resorts: Mauritian-headquartered luxury and ultra-luxury resort operator with properties across the Indian Ocean (Mauritius, Seychelles, Maldives, Madagascar). Comparable in scale, geography focus and luxury leisure positioning to Sunlife.
• Heritage Resorts Mauritius: Bel Ombre-based Mauritian resort group operating hotels, villas and golf courses including Heritage Golf Club (which Sunlife bundles into its Come Alive Golf Tour). Direct competitor for the golf-inclusive luxury leisure segment.

Broad incumbents

• Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts: Global ultra-luxury hotel group with properties across the Indian Ocean including the Four Seasons Resort Mauritius at Anahita, which physically overlaps Sunlife's Anahita footprint. Comparable in target customer and rate positioning, though much larger and more global.
• Club Med: Global all-inclusive resort operator with a long-standing presence in Mauritius (Albion). Comparable on the all-inclusive family/adult product side (especially Ambre) and on international leisure distribution, but at a broader mid-premium tier.

Emerging players

• Six Senses Hotels Resorts Spas: Wellness-led luxury hospitality brand with Indian Ocean presence. Comparable to Sunlife on the GLOW wellness strategy and the curated experiential offering, though operates at a higher price point and with a global rather than single-country footprint.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/yoursunlifemauritius
• Instagraminstagram.com/your_sunlife
• TikToktiktok.com/@your_sunlife
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/sunlife-mauritius

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Subsidiaries10 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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