Kamal Ghorui
An Indian technology reviewer has alleged racial discrimination during a stay at a luxury resort in Mauritius, saying staff prioritised European guests while ignoring him and his parents. The claims were shared on X by a user known as @Starcommander10, who said the incident occurred some time ago but did not give an exact date. He stated that he had booked a stay at the five-star Anantara Iko resort after securing a new job, intending to treat his parents to what he described as a dream holiday. According to his post, the reviewer paid about Rs 3.5 lakh for the visit. He claims they were excluded from an Easter lunch event and treated differently from white guests during the meal service. The resort has not publicly responded to the allegations.
“My mom…literally begged,” tech reviewer claims racism during stay at luxury Mauritius resort
In his post, the reviewer wrote that the incident took place on Easter afternoon. He wrote that his family had asked the reception to reserve a lunch table at 1 PM but were told to wait due to limited availability. After waiting, they went directly to the restaurant and found no free tables.A European family then informed them that a special Easter lunch was being held and that guests had been invited. The reviewer said he was unsure why his family had not been informed. He described waiting until around 2.30 PM before his mother approached a housekeeping staff member to ‘beg’ for help in finding food. “My mom then went to an old housekeeping lady staff and literally begged if we can have lunch somewhere.” He wrote that the staff member eventually guided them to the Easter event area, where food and seating were available.
Tech reviewer claims racism during stay at luxury Mauritius resort (Image Source – X/Starcommander)
The reviewer alleges unequal treatment during buffet service
The reviewer further claimed that while at the buffet, he noticed food being replenished selectively. He said that when French fries ran out, and he asked a chef for more, he was told there were none left, though potato wedges might be available. Shortly afterwards, he alleged that a white child made the same request, and the fries were refilled. He described feeling shocked and said he raised the issue with the duty manager. According to his account, the response was limited to noting the feedback, with no apology offered.The reviewer also wrote that he did not speak publicly at the time because he felt concerned about his safety. He added that while he found Mauritius beautiful and praised local people, he believed the property did not treat Indian guests equally. The allegations have drawn attention online, with users debating experiences of discrimination in luxury hospitality settings. The resort has yet to issue a statement addressing the claims.
Tech reviewer claims racism during stay at luxury Mauritius resort (Image Source – X/Starcommander10)
