Starwood Hotels & Resorts has announced that it will soon introduce its Westin Hotels & Resorts brand to the island of Mauritius.

Owned by Blue Ocean Park, The Westin Turtle Bay Resort & Spa, Mauritius, is scheduled to open in spring 2014.

The resort will enjoy a pristine beachfront location in the historic Turtle Bay of Balaclava – the former breeding grounds of the Mauritian green sea turtle – on the North West coast of Mauritius, offering captivating views of the turquoise waves of the Indian Ocean.

Nestled in lush tropical gardens and surrounded by sugarcane fields and mountains, the 190 beautifully appointed guest rooms, including 38 suites, will be designed to embrace the natural beauty of the resort’s unique scenery.

All rooms will feature the renowned Westin Heavenly Bed, the brand’s Heavenly Shower, Heavenly Robe and exclusive White Tea Aloe bath amenities, as well as the latest in-room technology.

The Westin Turtle Bay Resort & Spa, Mauritius, will also offer five dining venues, including an all-day dining restaurant, two speciality restaurants, a pool restaurant and bar, as well as a lobby lounge.