Beau Bassin-Rose Hill, Mauritius 🇲🇺
#1684
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Nomad Score:
67%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
71%
Weight: 150
Moderately affordable compared to Western cities; groceries and local services are reasonably priced.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
63%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are moderate but can be higher in popular areas; options range from apartments to villas.
🍎 Food & Groceries
78%
Weight: 40
Local markets and supermarkets offer fresh produce at good prices; dining out is affordable.
🚌 Transportation Cost
80%
Weight: 20
Public transport is inexpensive; taxis and ride-sharing are affordable but less prevalent.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
65%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are available but somewhat limited; costs are moderate.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
69%
Weight: 10
Gyms are available with reasonable monthly fees, though fewer high-end options.
💱 Currency Stability
74%
Weight: 30
Mauritian Rupee is relatively stable with low volatility.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
67%
Weight: 100
Average speeds around 20-50 Mbps; stable but not as fast as major global hubs.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
52%
Weight: 40
Limited coworking spaces in Beau Bassin-Rose Hill; more options in nearby Port Louis.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
60%
Weight: 30
Several cafes offer WiFi, but connectivity quality varies.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
55%
Weight: 30
Few cafes specifically catering to digital nomads; quiet spots exist but limited.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
43%
Weight: 100
Not a major hotspot for digital nomads yet; growing interest due to Mauritius' visa policies.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
85%
Weight: 25
Easy to obtain SIM cards with affordable data plans.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
81%
Weight: 30
Relaxed lifestyle with good balance between work and leisure.
🌳 Environmental Quality
79%
Weight: 15
Clean environment with good air quality and natural surroundings.
🧼 Cleanliness
75%
Weight: 10
Generally clean public spaces and streets.
🗨️ Language Barrier
70%
Weight: 30
English and French widely spoken; Creole common locally, easing communication.
💨 Air Quality
83%
Weight: 15
Good air quality due to low industrial pollution and coastal location.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
69%
Weight: 25
Good environment for families with schools and parks; limited international schools.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
68%
Weight: 20
Decent healthcare facilities; better options available in larger cities.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
72%
Weight: 25
Healthcare services are affordable compared to Western standards.
🏥 Healthcare
69%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare services are reliable; specialized care may require travel.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
87%
Weight: 80
Tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round; some humidity and occasional rain.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
60%
Weight: 10
Moderate risk of cyclones during certain months; generally safe otherwise.
🏞️ Green Spaces
76%
Weight: 10
Several parks and proximity to natural reserves and beaches.
❄️ Air Conditioning
70%
Weight: 15
Common in accommodations and public places; not universal.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
32%
Weight: 10
Tropical climate means little seasonal variation; mostly warm year-round.
🔊 Noise Pollution
67%
Weight: 10
Generally quiet residential areas; some noise in commercial zones.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
78%
Weight: 20
Rich multicultural heritage with influences from Africa, Europe, and Asia.
🌃 Nightlife
54%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife options; more vibrant scenes in nearby cities.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
85%
Weight: 15
Excellent access to beaches, hiking trails, and natural parks.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
60%
Weight: 10
Opportunities to learn French and Creole; limited formal language schools.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
79%
Weight: 10
Good variety of cultural and nature tours available.
🎳 Indoors Fun
50%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options such as cinemas or museums.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
77%
Weight: 25
Diverse cuisine influenced by Indian, Creole, Chinese, and French flavors.
🧠 Yoga Studios
58%
Weight: 10
Few yoga studios available; more options in tourist areas.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
64%
Weight: 15
Basic gyms and fitness centers accessible.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
71%
Weight: 15
Fresh fruits and vegetables widely available; healthy dining options growing.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
65%
Weight: 20
UTC+4 time zone suitable for Europe and parts of Asia; less ideal for Americas.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
48%
Weight: 25
Limited formal networking events; informal meetups occasionally held.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
35%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is small; most rely on international clients.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
40%
Weight: 20
Freelance community is nascent but growing slowly.
🏢 Coworking Quality
50%
Weight: 30
Coworking spaces are basic; lack of premium facilities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
42%
Weight: 15
Emerging startup ecosystem but still limited in scale.
💳 Local Payment Services
63%
Weight: 10
Mobile payments and banking apps available but not widespread.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
51%
Weight: 15
Growing interest but regulatory framework still developing.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
74%
Weight: 30
Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport offers good connections to Europe, Africa, and Asia.
🚇 Public Transit
57%
Weight: 20
Bus network is affordable but limited in coverage and frequency.
🚶 Walkability
60%
Weight: 20
Moderate walkability in central areas; suburban zones less pedestrian-friendly.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
45%
Weight: 15
Ride-sharing apps exist but are not as widespread or reliable.
🚲 Cycling
52%
Weight: 10
Some cycling infrastructure but roads can be busy and hilly.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
68%
Weight: 15
Bus and taxi services connect major towns; no train system.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
55%
Weight: 10
Scooter and bike rentals available mainly in tourist areas.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
73%
Weight: 20
Good 4G coverage across most inhabited areas.
🔒 VPN Reliability
70%
Weight: 20
VPN services work reliably with no known restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
78%
Weight: 15
Stable electricity supply with rare outages.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
56%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is limited and often slow; cafes provide better options.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
84%
Weight: 40
Tourist visa on arrival for many nationalities; digital nomad visa available.
📊 Tax Friendliness
67%
Weight: 30
Moderate tax rates; incentives for foreign investors and professionals.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
79%
Weight: 15
Generally free environment with respect for speech and press.
🏛️ Political Stability
82%
Weight: 20
Stable democratic governance with low political unrest.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
60%
Weight: 15
Possible but requires documentation; process can be slow for foreigners.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
65%
Weight: 10
Relatively straightforward with government support for startups.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
80%
Weight: 35
Mauritius offers a digital nomad visa facilitating long-term stays.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
62%
Weight: 50
Growing infrastructure and policies but still developing community.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
40%
Weight: 25
Few organized events; community is small and informal.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
53%
Weight: 20
Limited online groups and forums specific to Beau Bassin-Rose Hill.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
76%
Weight: 100
Generally safe with low violent crime rates; petty theft can occur.
♀️ Female Friendly
70%
Weight: 50
Safe for women travelers; respectful culture and moderate gender equality.
✊ Racial Tolerance
78%
Weight: 50
Multicultural society with high levels of racial harmony.