Seychelles : Mahe Island

Mahe is the largest island of the Seychelles Islands at 27 kilometres long and 12 kilometres wide. Despite being the centre of the business and economic activity, Mahe has still retained is natural charm and beauty, there are lush tropical mountains and over 75 white beaches.

The Banyan Tree
The Banyan Tree overlooks Intendance Bay with spectacular views of the Indian Ocean and only 30 minutes from the international airport. The hotel covers an area of approximately 117 hectares on the island's south western coastline with a fabulous beach frontage of 800 metres overlooking what has been described as one of the 10 most beautiful beaches in the world. There are 57 villas located amongst the gardens, each one is well designed with local furniture and each one reflects the natural style of the Seychelles. Some villas overlook the beach while others have loft views from the hilltop. There is the Presidential Villa for those who want the ultimate in luxury, exclusivity and privacy, with your own secret hideaway, boasting two swimming pools, sun decks, bedrooms and dressing rooms; an outdoor Jacuzzi, outdoor shower, as well as a separate living / dining pavilion. Every meal is a celebration of heavenly exotic cuisines brimming with mouth watering flavours and tantalizing fragrances and the hotel can organise many water sports, spa treatments and of course complete uninterrupted relaxation.

The Beau Vallon Bay Hotel
The Beau Vallon Bay Hotel is surrounded by lush vegetation and tropical gardens, off one of the most beautiful beaches on the island of Mahe, a 15 kilometre drive from the airport. There are 182 air-conditioned en-suite rooms all equipped with mini-bar, telephone, hairdryers and television. There are also 2 restaurants (1 being a Chinese specialty restaurant) pizzeria, bars, swimming pool, floodlit tennis court, casino, live entertainment, boutique, duty free shop, billiard, water-sports centre, dive centre and baby sitting on request.

Le Northolme
Le Northolme Hotel is only 35 minutes from the airport located on a small rocky outcrop just north of the Beau Vallon Beach. It is a charming and tranquil situation; the gardens are a maze of palm trees, wandering paths with stunning views of the ocean and Silhouette Island. There are 19 en-suite rooms, making Le Northolme one of the smaller hotels on Mahe, each room is fully equipped with views of the sea, air conditioning, mini bars, television, telephone, bath or shower, balcony or terrace. The hotel runs La Veranda restaurant to a very high standard, ensuring excellent meals. There is also a beauty salon, dive centre and they are closely associated to the 'Chateaux and Hotels de Charme', which offer a wide selection of water sports. The sheltered beach provides ideal conditions for swimming and snorkelling, and should you be feeling a little more adventurous it is just a 5 minute walk to the famous Beau Vallon Bay with its many restaurants, attractions, entertainment and recreation facilities. Le Northolme has for years been the hideaway of choice for the likes of Ian Fleming, Somerset Maugham, Noel Coward and for others who prefer the charm of a long-established retreat.

La Rousette Hotel
La Rousette Hotel is a small owner run hotel on the quiet southern part of the island. The hotel has 10 en-suite rooms that are well kept and comfortable, the friendly managing couple will make you feel totally at home and will go out of their way for you. The extensive stunning gardens are home to bougainvilleas and allamandas and only a short walk to the beach and other larger hotels offering Golf and a wide selection of water sports.

Sainte Anne Resort
Sainte Anne Resort is located on a private island off the main island in the Seychelles, Mahe. There are 87 exclusive luxury villas on this unspoilt beautiful island, which is in the centre of a Marine National Park, protecting over 150 species of fish. This is the only accommodation on the island, leaving the majority of the island undisturbed and free to explore the fascinating flora and fauna either by bicycle, or on foot. Activities from the resort are all on your doorstep, the surrounding clear waters invite you for swimming, diving, snorkelling and non-motorised water sports.

The Sun Resort Hotel
The Sun Resort Hotel is located on the northern coast of Mahe Island in an unrivalled location only minutes walk from the busy Beau Vallon Bay Beach, yet this hotel is set in quiet private gardens. There are only 12 air-conditioned rooms each one has a pool view and self-catering facilities should you prefer to prepare you own meals. The Hotel is set amongst lush green vegetation and has a picturesque mountain view which all blend in with the tropical exotic flowers and landscape of the hotel grounds. There is one restaurant serving a variety of creole and international cuisine prepared by local chefs. For water sports lovers, the Beau-Vallon beach is a minute's walk away where windsurfing, water skiing, deep-sea fishing and scuba diving are all on offer. This is one of the best values on Mahé as it seems to be quite under priced for what you get.

Sunset Beach Hotel
Sunset Beach Hotel is one of the finest small hotels on Mahe, located on the northern point of the island. The hotel is perched on a rocky outcrop with panoramic views of the ocean, perhaps one of the most stunning settings on the island. There are 25 rooms altogether, with 17 luxury rooms, 6 suites and a luxury villa, all of the rooms are air conditioned, with a mini bar, ceiling fan, telephone, television, bath and shower, balcony or terrace, hair dryer and safe. The Hotel is only a short walk to the secluded, private beach, with some of the best snorkelling on the island. Also on offer is a fresh water swimming pool, small gym, games room and sundeck with stunning views. There is an intimate restaurant which serves International and Creole cuisine, and is well known for its super steaks. Sunset Beach Hotel provides luxurious private accommodation and all you could wish for on a tropical island.