Pool, fitness centre, tennis, five-star PADI diving and watersports centre*, kids’ club, 2 boutiques*, nature walks, excursions and fishing*, Silhouette spa*
From the family-friendly pool to a 9-hole mini golf course, there's plenty here to keep all ages entertained. The Jungle Fun Kids Club (4-12 years) offers a superb range of activities and programs, including arts and craft workshops, bike rides, treasure hunts and film screenings.
*Denotes local charge
Constance Lemuria is an idyllic hideaway providing an escape from the stress of modern life. Its open-plan design, along with its unobtrusive architecture and traditional thatched roofs, allows the resort to melt into the surrounding foliage. From a flawless 18-hole championship golf course to a tranquil spa, you can relax and enjoy the wide range of facilities that this elegant retreat has to offer. The hotel has recently undergone an extensive refurbishment, freshening up all of the main areas and suites with a colourful new look and feel. World-class dining includes barefoot lunches at the understated Takamaka beach restaurant, where the chef prepares sushi with a Seychellois twist; fresh Creole-style seafood at The Nest, set out on the peninsula; and modern Mediterranean flavours at Diva, where there’s a new destination dining wine cellar. Most of the restaurants have an accompanying bar. We love The Nest bar for its views over Grande Anse and Petite Anse Kerlan beaches and the chilled-out Huna bar with its creative cocktail list. The chic suites and villas each feature all the mod-cons you’d expect from a world-class hotel. You’ll also enjoy an additional al fresco dining area, private pool and the option of a private chef or barbecue in the villas – ideal for families, groups or those looking to experience the epitome of luxury.
Utilising natural stone and dark wood, the main building of Coco De Mer blends with its beautifully rugged surroundings, giving the hotel a hideaway feel. Set on the promontory away from the main hotel, the exclusive Black Parrot Suites come complete with a private lounge, bar and pool – perfect if you’re looking for a luxurious escape. Following a renovation in 2018, the hotel has a fresh new look and feel. Complete with a rim flow infinity pool and generous sun deck, a great new addition to the hotel includes the romantic ocean jetty – one of the best places to see a breathtaking Seychelles sunset. The hotel offers a great selection of cuisine, from delicious international fare to traditional Seychellois delights. Here you’ll find an all-day dining venue, à la carte grill, and the welcoming Mango Bar which specialises in colourful cocktails. The Waterfront Spa offers panoramic views of the ocean where you can indulge in some signature treatments as you breathe in the enticing aroma of orange and cinnamon. With just 40 rooms, the boutique Coco de Mer is an intimate retreat of relaxation. Renovated Standard Rooms overlook the gardens while the Superior Rooms are set just back from the beach with great ocean views. The 12 Black Parrot Junior Suites are located on an outcrop, offering more exclusivity and outstanding views across the water.
With acres of space, Constance Ephélia is a beautiful haven surrounded by abundant greenery, offering a sense of privacy and comfortable seclusion. Created to blend seamlessly with its natural setting, the hotel overlooks two stunning beaches. The first sits to the front of the main building and the Junior Suites, while the other is found on the opposite side, overlooked by the Senior Suites and Villas. When it comes to facilities, Constance Ephélia seemingly has it all. From a vast selection of restaurants, bars and high-end boutiques, to a serene spa, fun kids’ club and watersports centre, the range of activities on offer makes this the perfect escape for families. The U Spa by Constance is a real highlight. Here, the hydrotherapy pool, reflexology walkway and calming yoga pavillion allow you to unwind and embark on a journey of the senses. All of the suites and villas are elegant, spacious and come with all the conveniences you’d expect including free Wi-Fi and an Apple Mac mini. The Junior Suites are just steps from the beach and are conveniently located by the main reception and shared pools. On the north side, near Port Launay National Marine Park, are the Family Villas, Senior Suites and all other Villas. Drinking in views of the Marine Park, couples and honeymooners will love the One-and-Two Bedroom Hillside Villas – seriously stylish and romantic escapes with in-villa dining and private infinity pools.
If you are looking for a relaxing break in a romantic setting, then this welcoming resort is ideal. Spend a couple of nights on the tiny picturesque island of La Digue, combined with one of the larger islands, such as Mahé or Praslin to get a real feel of the Seychelles. The resort’s architectural style – plenty of warm wood, stone and thatch – reflects the natural beauty of the island which is studded with large pink granite rocks. The zen-style décor, seamless service and comfortable open-air areas create a soothing home-away-from-home. The resort is set in lush vegetation just steps from a beautiful white-sand beach and the offshore coral reef offers superb snorkelling. The stunning infinity pool overlooks the bay and the sleek sundeck is the perfect spot for admiring the sunset over the ocean and the mountains beyond. The all-day dining area is home to two restaurants that offer Mediterranean and Creole dishes. Head to Le Combava on the roof terrace for à la carte dining with an emphasis on seafood. Tuck into the catch-of-the-day and watch the sun set over the ocean from the deck at Santosha which also offers a buffet breakfast, live cooking station and international and Creole dishes. Sip cocktails in the elegant open-air lounge bar overlooking the lagoon, or at the casual pool bar. The treehouse-style villas are tucked away in the tropical gardens and scattered up the hillside. Buggies are available to whisk you up to the hillside rooms and the higher up you go, the more impressive the views are. Garden Villas are set at the bottom of the hillside closer to the facilities while the Villa de Charme are set on the slope of the hill and feature an outside bathroom.
While the Seychelles isn’t exactly short on beaches, some make your jaw drop. This is one of them: sand as soft as icing sugar, water in jewel tones. Barbarons Beach is part of AVANI Barbarons Seychelles Resort, a peaceful hideout on the west coast of Mahé – the only retreat on this coastal stretch. The sandy crescent is encircled by a wall of emerald foliage, concealing low-slung rooms and suites made from indigenous materials. A bedroom-to-beach vibe means you’re always only steps from the ocean: wake up with a refreshing dip or take a cooling afternoon bathe as respite from the balmy sun. Rooms and suites are bright and breezy, with African-inspired furnishings and lots of gleaming wood, accented with splashes of blue in shades of the sea. Pick an Avani Beachfront Room for easy access to the palm-fringed shore – or go all out with an Avani Ocean View Suite for double the space and a private balcony. It’s all about laid-back luxury here: indulge in a decadent spa massage; we recommend trying the blissful Comfort Zone Tranquility Body Ritual). Work your way through the hotel’s six dining options: highlights include fresh seafood at the ocean-view Elements and Pan Asian plates on the waterside deck at Tamarind. Later, linger over drinks at chilled day-to-night hangout Gravity – the best spot for catching a staggering sunset.
Jungle meets sea on the picturesque peninsula at the northern tip of Mahé. It's here, overlooking Beau Vallon bay, that you’ll find Hilton Seychelles Northolme Resort & Spa. A cluster of thatched villas tumbles down the hillside to the jade-coloured waters below, framed by huge granite boulders and tropical foliage – it’s easy to see why this spot was a favoured haunt of James Bond author Ian Fleming. Seychellois architecture influences the design of the rooms – all glossy wood and glass-panel French doors – accented with original artwork and bold pops of lime green or cherry red. The room to book is the Grand Ocean View Pool Villa for your own private infinity pool overlooking the Indian Ocean and Silhouette Island – perfect for honeymooners. This view also provides a postcard-perfect backdrop to the spa, infinity pool and yoga pavilion. But perhaps the best spot to take in the postcard-pretty water views is Les Cocotiers restaurant; watch the sun go out in a fiery blaze, cocktail in hand. You’re in a great location for exploring Mahé. Gawk at the coco de mer palms in Victoria Botanical Gardens or browse the local Creole handicrafts at the Domaine de Val des Prés. Island-hopping is the best way to discover the jewels of the archipelago; don’t miss the beach-dotted coastline of Eden Island and the giant tortoises roaming Moyenne Island.
Imagine skimming across the water in a speedboat to a remote island, ringed by a turquoise lagoon. Rustic bungalows cling to forested hillsides, swimming pools glisten invitingly through the jungle. You’re at Cerf Island, a tiny emerald speck cast adrift in the Indian Ocean, two miles east of Mahé. The drum beats to a slower pace here. Wake to leisurely breakfasts overlooking the lagoon, then snorkel among butterfly fish and starfish in the Sainte Anne Marine Park. After a traditional Creole lunch, explore the web of hiking trails that weaves among coconut groves, past giant tortoises and flying foxes, up to a viewpoint overlooking the ocean and the island-dotted horizon. Cool off in the infinity pool and perhaps squeeze in a spa treatment before dinner, where you can feast on catch of the day overlooking the shimmering lagoon. Be sure to save enough time to have a beach day and simply sink your toes in the flour-soft swathes of dazzling white sand – with nothing more pressing to think about than which cocktail to have brought direct to your towel.
Constance Lemuria
Coco De Mer Hotel & Black Parrot Suites
Constance Ephélia
Le Domaine de l'Orangeraie
AVANI Barbarons Seychelles Resort
Hilton Seychelles Northolme Resort & Spa
Cerf Island Resort
