Fees and taxes that affect you
- Tourist fee: since 1 October 2025 every tourist aged 12 and over pays €3 per night. It applies to accommodation on the island of Mauritius (hotels, guest houses, tourist residences and “domaines”) and is collected by the accommodation provider. Example: two adults staying 8 nights pay an extra €48.
- VAT: the standard VAT rate in Mauritius is 15%, and it also applies to accommodation in Mauritius.
- When comparing offers, check whether the price includes VAT and the tourist fee.
Source: MRA, Notice to tourists (6 Oct 2025), MRA, VAT Ruling 51, PwC Worldwide Tax Summaries, Mauritius (revised 15 Jun 2026), checked 3 Nov 2026
Restaurants
The range is wide. At local food stalls and snack bars you can try local dishes for less than in the Czech Republic. Restaurants serving fish and seafood or Creole, Indian and Chinese food tend to charge similar prices to Czech ones. Tourist and hotel restaurants are much more expensive, and in our view the value is not always there. Tip: choose places where locals eat.
Tipping is not compulsory. If you are happy, leave what you think is fair.
Source: Mauritius Tourism Promotion Authority, Useful tips, checked 3 Nov 2026
Groceries
Supermarkets are well stocked, and many goods are imported from France and South Africa. Imported cheese, meat and alcohol cost more than in the Czech Republic, while basic foods such as bread and rice are subsidised. The total bill depends mainly on which brands you buy.
Fuel
Fuel prices are set by the state and are the same across the island, so it doesn't matter where you fill up. Most cars run on petrol.
Hotels and tourist spots
Hotels, hotel shops and services at tourist spots are always more expensive. Compare excursions and entrance fees in advance.