Where to Eat
Restaurants in Seychelles serve both international and Creole cuisines. Creole food is characterized by spices, fruits and seafood. Hotel buffets are great options, too. Seychelles is a melting pot of cultures as it is of cuisines, so expect the presence of various influences on the dining table. Satiate your gustatory cravings in these places.
1) La Perle Noir
This popular restaurant is constantly abuzz with guests, so call ahead to reserve a table if you plan to dine here. Make sure to ask for one near the terrace to enjoy the breeze and ocean view. La Perle Noir specializes in seafood and each of the dishes is prepared to the highest culinary standards. Each ingredient used is fresh and locally produced and this makes every meal special and succulent. The price at La Perle Noir is very reasonable.
Address: Beau Vallon | North Point, Mahe Island, Seychelles
2) La Plaine St. Andre
Located at an old plantation farm, La Plaine St. Andre still has that historic village charm. The place exudes a traditional yet classy ambiance, with the aroma of food wafting in the air. The restaurant’s unique take on seafood, local dishes, and extensive cocktail menu will surely be a mouthwatering culinary experience.
Address: La Plaine St. Andre, Mahe Island, Seychelles
3) Pink Salt
Located inside a gallery, art and fine dining come together in this beautiful building. The restaurant is not only known for its homemade dishes, but also for its stylish décors and interesting art pieces. Pink Salt at Kaz Zanana is the ideal lunch spot.
Address: Revolution Avenue, Victoria, Mahe Island, Seychelles
4) La Scala Restaurant
Succulent Italian dishes and seafood right on Seychelles’ main island. La Scala is widely known for its outstanding quality of food and service. As you dine, you will be overlooking the blue sea from the restaurant’s exclusive balcony. A glass of Italian wine is the perfect complement to the wonderful experience. La Scala Restaurant is definitely worth a try.
Address: Bel Ombre, Mahe Island, Seychelles
5) The Station Café & Bar
The perfect spot to enjoy a cup of coffee in Seychelles is the Station Café & Bar. The food is fresh, accurately priced and delicious. The café also offers vegetarian options, making it a great spot for groups with different dietary needs. The Station is known among tourists for its premier quality service and casual atmosphere.
Address: The Station, Sans Souci, Mahe Island, Seychelles
Where to Stay
You have various lodging options from the many islands of Seychelles. Your best bet, though, would be the biggest island of Mahe. You can take your base in this metro and visit the other islands on a day trip, then back again to rest on your base. It is also the easiest way to communicate with the “outer” world while you are in paradise.
1) Le Meridien Fisherman’s Cove
Le Meridien Fisherman’s Cove has an elegant and sophisticated feel to it, while remaining relaxed and casual. Its scenic beach setting and laid-back nature make for the perfect place to stay. From relaxing midnight walks by the beach to soaking up in the sun on a daybed, Le Meridien is the perfect place for luxuriating. Enjoy fine dining at Le Bourgeois while the hotel staff jovially attends to your needs. The beach is perfect for snorkeling or you can just take a quiet dip in the pool. The price per night ranges between $400 and $550, depending on the season.
Address: Bel Ombre, Mahe Island, Seychelles
2) Four Seasons Resort
Four Seasons resort is considered as one of the best resorts in Seychelles. Spacious villas, an immense pool, entertainment facilities, and your privacy and comfort are guaranteed by the resort. Between the lush green and the incredible blue waves, you’ll find paradise. Sip fresh coconut water or have your own barbecue at your villa. You may opt to spend a day at the spa where you can enjoy a panoramic view while being pampered with a relaxing massage or a lavish facial treatment. There are two restaurants at the hotel to satisfy the food connoisseur in you. The rate starts from US$1,200 per night.
Address: Petite Anse, Baie Lazare, Mahe Island, Seychelles
3) Petit Amour Villa
Privacy and personalized service define Petit Amour’s luxurious four-room villa. Lounge by the infinity pool to watch the sunset, walk along the beach promenades, and enjoy the comforts of a spacious and fully furnished villa. The rate per night is around US$350.
Address: Sorento, Glacis, Mahe Island 1092, Seychelles
4) Constance Ephelia
Book for a private room at Constance Ephelia Resort, and make sure it has a terrace. This will allow you to view the sun doing its routine of setting into the vast Indian Ocean. Dine at 5 different restaurants right on the resort. Go to their wonderful spa village and indulge yourself in their decadent range of treatments. The hotel also offers private spa villas with a your own pool and treatment room. The rate per night starts from US$500.
Address: Port Launay, Mahe Island, Seychelles
5) Desroches Island Resort
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Stay at the opulent Desroches Island Resort and spend your nights by the sea. Lounge around the majestic pool after having a delectable breakfast at the hotel’s restaurant. The hotel offers bicycles for you to use around Desroches Island. The rate per night starts at $780.
Address: Desroches Island, Providence, Victoria, Mahe Island, Seychelles
If you have had enough of run-of-the-mill vacations, take a flight to this unperturbed paradise. There is more to Seychelles’ 115 flawless islands. Smile at the image of those granite smoothies poking out of azure waters. Watch flying foxes speed by. Feel streaming sunshine through Coco de Mer fronds. All of these you can enjoy in the solitude of a natural sanctuary – your sanctuary. The archipelago is also a gateway to a different period of French Victorian architecture and a curious blend of diverse cultures. It has become a melting pot for settlers from different parts of the world. Take your next flight to the Seychellois landscape and culture; this time, make sure that it is not just a vacation, but a journey.
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