Tips, regardless of the amount, are always appreciated among service staff in Mauritius, as wages are generally low. Remember, the best option is to tip in the local currency, which is Mauritian rupees (dollars and euros are useless to staff).
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In general, you'll want to plan on tipping restaurant staff, the concierge, bartenders, housekeepers, the bellman, pool staff, and shuttle drivers at all-inclusive resorts. Impeccable service can always be rewarded with higher tips, but there are some accepted standards for travelers to lean on.
While tipping is allowed at some resorts, it is optional, so you won't have to worry about staff pressuring you to do so. You don't have to feel bad about not being able to or wanting to tip everyone.
Is it rude not to tip at all-inclusive resorts? While tipping is allowed at some resorts, it is optional, so you won't have to worry about staff pressuring you to do so.
If you can, it's always best to leave your tip in the local currency, not on a credit card or in U.S. dollars. There are several countries in Central and South America where the tip is included in the price of the bill, or culturally it is uncommon, so there's no need to tip.
Many all-inclusive resorts make it simple for guests to tip by accepting U.S. dollars. If you do have to exchange currency, checking the official exchange rate ahead of time helps with budgeting. When tipping in U.S. dollars, avoid leaving coins that are difficult to exchange.
It is a way to show appreciation for good work, and excellent service and highlight how you felt while being taken care of by these amazing people. If you feel like the staff has gone above and beyond, 5%-10% of your total bill is an appropriate amount to tip.
It's not uncommon to leave an envelop for your room maid, tip a particular waiter/receptionist who offered great servive on your last night in hotel , or just leave an envelop for the whole staff by reception desk or with the manager. It's not obligatory or a must either.