Saint-Gilles

Saint-Gilles is a community in Reunion.

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Saint-Gilles is Reunion's most popular seaside resort.

The sea aquarium inside of the port of Saint-Gilles.
The waterfalls of Saint-Gilles river at Bassin Cormorans and Aigrettes.
Grotte de l’Autel, a cave discovered in 1980. Known for its subfossil remains of extinct birds.

Le Jardin d’Eden (the Garden of Eden). Botanical park, noted for its chameleons.
Boucan Canot and Roches Noires are popular surfing spots.
Hermitage Beach is protected by a coral reef and is part of the protected area of the marine park of Réunion.
The Casino of Saint-Gilles
Whale watching, especially for Humpback whales, organized by the OMAR (Observatoire Marin de la Réunion) and Globice (Groupe local d'observation et d'identification des cétacés)
The Grand Boucan: a carnival-like popular party that takes place in June.

Hôtel Le Récif, Saint Gilles Les Bains, ☏ +262 700 100. A beautiful 3-star beach hotel. €150 - 265 average nightly rate.

Lux Ile de La Réunion (ex Grand Hotel du Lagon), L’Hermitage, 28 Rue du lagon, Saint Gilles Les Bains, ☏ +262 700 000. This is the only 5-star hotel in Reunion and it overlooks the most beautiful beach on the island. €255 - 560 average nightly rate.

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