Opening a nightclub in Mauritius

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Jaygoldmoto Member

Member since 17 September 2014

JaygoldmotoMember17 September 2014 12:16:17

Hi There,

I am after a bit of advice. I am looking into opening a nightclub/beach bar in Mauritius. I have been in the industry since young and when I visit Mauritius, I play with the idea in my mind constantly. Having recently sold some of my business in England, and with the idea of moving to Mauritius anyway, I would like something to operate for income and to keep me busy.聽 I would like some feedback as to wether it would be too much of a risk to start up outside of Grand Baie? And also wether there are gaps in the market for a high standard operation which I would intend it to be.

Regards

Lifecare Nursing Home Active member

Member since 12 June 2012

Lifecare Nursing HomeActive member17 September 2014 12:30:26

Hello

Me too are from UK. I have been in the bar/restaurant in the UK. It is great to open a similar business in Mauritius. I have study the market here and there is a market, but would not consider Grand Bay. We can discuss this further and bring our ideas together. My email rajiv05@yahoo.co.uk and my number are 00230 5702 6130.

Please get in touch. All the best

Rajiv Dabedeen

riazan Active member

Member since 20 August 2011

riazanActive member17 September 2014 21:06:49

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ZahirMRU New member

Member since 25 April 2012

ZahirMRUNew member22 September 2014 18:03:27

Yes - good idea.

Can work - do it the European way.

Nadeem ViP

Member since 18 November 2008

NadeemViP24 September 2014 06:33:12

1287

What's the European way as compared to what we already have in Mauritius?

Jaygoldmoto Member

Member since 17 September 2014

JaygoldmotoMember24 September 2014 14:34:01

Thank you for your replies so far. Thank you also for those who have contacted me privately.
I understand what your saying by European style and the model we take inspiration from is the Nikki Beach Clubs that provide something a bit extra. My main focus is finding the correct location at the moment, if anyone knows of any existing premesis that may wish to sell , please contact me. Regards

Nadeem ViP

Member since 18 November 2008

NadeemViP27 September 2014 17:33:24

1287

Bear in mind that you are subject to restrictions as regards 'purchasing of immovable properties (land and buildings).
You can purchase businesses but not the building, except under certain conditions. I'm referring to this sentence of yours: if anyone knows of any existing premesis that may wish to sell , please contact me

All the best.

Cosybe New member

Member since 19 September 2014

CosybeNew member27 September 2014 18:01:39

If your target customers are tourists, bear in mind that most of them are stuck in Hotels and these Hotels don't
provide any facility or in my opinion good advice to party goers they just recommend not to go.
This is why the number of tourists in night clubs and bars is quite restrained.
And maybe its all for the better...

External ViP

Member since 04 February 2010

ExternalViP27 September 2014 19:17:28

2798

Nadeem wrote:
Bear in mind that you are subject to restrictions as regards 'purchasing of immovable properties (land and buildings).
You can purchase businesses but not the building, except under certain conditions. I'm referring to this sentence of yours: if anyone knows of any existing premesis that may wish to sell , please contact me

All the best.

Me thinks that being half-Mauritian as per his profile聽聽 the OP must have dual citizenship or may be entitled to .

Jaygoldmoto Member

Member since 17 September 2014

JaygoldmotoMember28 September 2014 12:45:31

#10

Hi Guys, yes I have dual residency and have been in business in Mauritius for many years but in the development industry. My concerns in regards to tourists staying in hotels is the reason I am pushing towards Grand B, as there a higher number of self catering establishments. Having said this I am not only seeking tourism trade and am looking to provide a different standard for locals as well. The generations in Mauritius are seeking better now with the likes of OMG and Les Enfants Terribles raising the bar. But still room for big improving in my opinion.

Nadeem ViP

Member since 18 November 2008

NadeemViP28 September 2014 13:45:41

#11

1287

Oh sorry I missed the dual residency part
Yes then...let's party once you open ;-)

etiennejm New member

Member since 26 November 2011

etiennejmNew member21 October 2014 05:12:06

#12

Hi I,M ALSO IN THE ENTERTAINMENT FEILD I,M A DJ SOUND & LIGHT TECHNICIAN AND ENTERTAINMENT MANAGER FOR BEACHCOMBER HOTELS.PERSONNALLY I WOULD NOT CONSIDER GRAND BAY,CASCAVELLE,RIVIERE NOIRE, WOULD BE BETTER AS THERE ARE ONLY TWO PUBS THERE, AND YOU HAVE MANY EXPATS LIVING IN THE SURROUNDING VILLAGE,BUT IT SHOULD BE A NIGHT CLUB WITH EUROPEAN STANDARDS.ANY IF YOU NEED SOME HELP HERE IS MY EMAIL:jeanmarc.etienne@gmail.com.

ritishashiv Active member

Member since 11 July 2013

ritishashivActive member21 October 2014 08:06:31

#13

(moderated: no free ad on the forum pls)

Armand ViP

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ArmandViP21 October 2014 12:34:13

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Hi etiennejm,

Could you avoid posting on caps lock please?
We're not in the night club yet. No need to shout

Thanks
Armand
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Jaygoldmoto Member

Member since 17 September 2014

JaygoldmotoMember26 October 2014 09:02:57

#15

Hi etiennejm, Many thanks for your advice, my main concern with not being located in Grand Bay is the volume and balance of locals, expats and tourists as we would require volume to fill a club of the intended size. Grand Bay although competative still attracts most of the nightlife trade. I did consider taking a different startergy and opening a place in the East (belle mare) which is where I live although a massive gamble it would be unique. The standard will be very different and the place will be a unlike anything we have already in Mauritius.

Regards

mrashvin Member

Member since 19 May 2013

mrashvinMember08 November 2014 08:36:35

#16

Hi, a friend of mine got a bad experience recently. I think there is no valid permit to operate night clubs in Mauritius.

Kindly ensure that you get all your permits before investing. If you need help you can contact me:

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Thanks
Ashvin

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lorientishm02 New member

Member since 15 July 2024

lorientishm02New member28 July 2024 21:01:18

#17

Looking fwd to invest in same industry.I will be in Mauritius beginning of August 24 to e Florence some possibilities.Partnership are welcome.

Bhavna Team

Member since 01 June 2015

BhavnaTeam29 July 2024 02:34:16

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@lorientishm02

Hello, this is an old thread (2014). Better start a new topic on the Mauritius forum.

Regards

Bhavna

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