Port Louis travel guide
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You're Going to Love Port Louis
With 155,226 inhabitants, Port Louis is the most populous city in Mauritius. It is the most popular tourist destination in the country. We recommend you stay at least 4 days in order to fully appreciate everything Port Louis has to offer.
When to visit Port Louis
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Port Louis in January, when the average temperature is 26 °C, and the highest can go up to 28 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is July, when it can get as cold as 18 °C, with an average temperature of 21 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in February, when precipitation is around 240 mm. In contrast, September is usually the driest month of the year in Port Louis, with an average rainfall of 50 mm.
How to Get to Port Louis
Plane
When flying to Port Louis, you’ll arrive at Port Louis Sir Seewoosagur Ram. (MRU), which is located 21 miles from the city centre. The shortest flight to Port Louis from India departs from Mumbai and takes around 6h.
Airports near Port Louis
Airlines serving Port Louis
Where to stay in Port Louis
From 5-star hotels such as the Labourdonnais Waterfront Hotel to great affordable options like the Villa Anakao Mauritius, Port Louis offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around ₹ 5,267 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to ₹ 14,420 and up for a 5-star experience.
Where to stay in popular areas of Port Louis
Most booked hotels in Port Louis
Hiring a car in Port Louis
Hiring a car in Port Louis costs ₹ 2,508 per day, on average, or ₹ 10,032 if you want to hire it for 4 days.
You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 3% more expensive than at Port Louis Sir Seewoosagur Ram..
Expect to pay ₹ 118 per litre in Port Louis (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between ₹ 1,421 and ₹ 1,894. The most frequently booked car type in Port Louis is Economy (Suzuki Swift or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Suzuki Alto or similar) is, on average, 70% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.