At Miavana, we believe the most memorable moments are the ones that arrive surprisingly, generously, and always full of flavour. There is something truly special in the quiet clink of a glass as the sun sets, in the steam curling up from a morning coffee, in the laughter that lingers long after the last drop.

Here, barefoot luxury is not defined by extravagance, but by ease. The kind of ease that comes from a drink poured with intention, and the pleasure of flavour delivered with heart. Whether it’s a rare vintage lovingly decanted or the sweet simplicity of a coconut cracked open just for you, every sip on this island is an invitation to slow down and savour the moment. 

For us, hospitality has less to do with labels and more to do with feeling. And perhaps nowhere is that felt more deeply than in what we pour into your glass. From the first welcome drink to the final nightcap shared beneath a starry sky, our beverage offering is a celebration of craft, creativity, and care. Every detail is tailored to your personal tastes, with our butlers and bar team taking quiet joy in remembering how you like your coffee, your martini, or your morning green juice often before you’ve even thought to ask.

Let’s begin with our wine. Tucked quietly in the heart of the Piazza lies La Cave, our island cellar and a small wonder in its own right. Within its walls rest over two thousand bottles of wine that have crossed continents, braved oceans, and made their own wild journeys to arrive here. Here, you’ll find a wine list that stretches over forty pages, a generous collection lovingly curated for wanderers and wine lovers alike. They are elegant and expressive yet grounded, just like Miavana herself. 

Our list, most of which is inclusive, pays particular homage to the wines of South Africa, not only because they are exceptional, but because they share our spirit: shaped by salt, sun, and soul. Alongside them, you’ll find old-world legends and new-world discoveries, including an ever-evolving collection of French champagnes for celebrations. Some are included as part of your stay, a quiet luxury we delight in sharing, because we feel every day is worth celebrating on the island. Others are available to purchase, should the moment call for something truly extraordinary.  

Our chefs, sommeliers, and bartenders dance in quiet harmony, pairing each moment and each plate with its perfect partner so that what’s in your glass doesn’t just complement your meal, but completes the memory. 

The cocktail menu is a love letter to the island itself. Recently, we welcomed Julian Short, one of South Africa’s most imaginative mixologists, to Toulou’s Bar at Miavana. With our brilliant bar team, he dreamed up a brand-new suite of signature cocktails using ingredients grown in this very soil: vanilla, lime, charred pineapple, wild herbs, and coconut. Each drink is inspired by the rhythms and poetry of the Malagasy language. Some are familiar with a twist; others are wonderfully unexpected, but all are designed to delight. 

Of course, all the classics are available, and for those who prefer their refreshment without spirits, we pour just as much joy into every glass. Virgin cocktails that sparkle with tropical brightness. Smoothies, pressed juices, and health shots to uplift the body. Madagascan coffees, deep and rich, and fragrant teas to match every mood. And always, the quiet, perfect pleasure of a freshly picked coconut, served with toes in the sand and nothing at all on your to-do list. 

At the heart of it all is a deep and simple joy: the joy of sharing something beautiful. It’s why we go to great lengths, sometimes across oceans, to bring the world’s finest to this far-flung island. It’s why our bartenders light up when you ask for something new. And it’s why, whatever your drink of choice, you’ll find it served with warmth, care, and just a little island magic. 

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