Unusual accommodation on Rodrigues Island

Rodrigues, Mauritius’ younger sister, is a charming haven for visitors staying there. This tiny island has retained its natural beauty surrounded by arid coastal landscapes and green mountains. Nestled within this beautiful and forested landscape is Origin, the island’s most beautiful and eco-friendly lodge.

The perfect name for a village

Eloïse and Samuel, a Mauritian couple, fell in love with this dense and wooded valley without any access, not far from the village of Vainqueur. The area’ s peacefulness, isolation and beauty inspired them to settle down there and develop their eco-lodge project, an intimate setting that blends harmoniously with nature’s lush and unspoilt surroundings. After four years of hard work, the result is breathtaking.

Origin chalets, a tribute to nature

Set in the heart of a superb forest, four ecological chalets nestled under the canopy of century-old mango trees, built of wood from sustainably managed forests. Built on stilts, these cottages offer a spectacular panorama over the surrounding woodland and gorges. The charming chalets are soberly but tastefully furnished, and include a veranda and a private pool with non-chlorinated water. Water is collected from rainfall and filtered. The cleaning products are also 100% ecological: essential oils, vinegar and bicarbonate of soda. This green paradise is the perfect place for contemplative people and nature lovers.

A Lodge designed on a human scale

Escape from the hustle and bustle of the tourist industry, recharge your batteries and indulge in the unique beauty of this lodge in absolute privacy: Origin blends simplicity, comfort and warm hospitality to the joys of hiking in and around the lodge. Those seeking peace and relaxation will find the exceptional location of the site particularly appealing, be it with a good book or just meditating on the terrace.

Taste fresh produce grown in our garden

Origin’s cuisine is excellent and Eloise has turned it into one of the best restaurants in Rodrigues. Even if you are not staying at Origin, you can still go there to taste its refined and healthy dishes. Pesticide-free Garden produce grown in an aquaponic greenhouse is privileged, the orchard fruit is picked according to the traditional plant companion technique, and the corn-fed poultry and livestock raised on the small farm are served according to the “farm to fork” philosophy, which guarantees quality of taste and animal welfare. All non-Origin products are supplied by local like-minded farmers. After your meal, treat yourself to the house rhums on offer.

Origin Eco Lodge is our absolute favourite in Rodrigues. A still discreet address, reserved for those who appreciate unspoilt natural surroundings, worth discovering on your next trip to this small island.