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L’ARCHIPEL SEYCHELLES

L’Archipel is a serenely elegant hillside retreat with sweeping Indian Ocean views.

Set above a private east coast beach, L’Archipel is an exclusive little property of great charm – with a superb panorama across Côte d’Or bay and the Indian Ocean beyond.  The luxurious bungalows of the hotel nestle in the hillside overlooking a lovely private beach called Anse Gouvernement.  Its romantic mood and setting make L’Archipel an ideal honeymoon retreat.  Elegant dining venues offer stunning views and a blend of cuisines, while amenities include non-motorised water sports from the beach, snorkelling trips and excellent diving and golf nearby.

L'Archipel Pool Terrace

A haven of peace and tranquillity:

The delightful guest rooms and suites are laid out in an amphitheatre of coconut trees and exotic flowers facing the ocean.  Spacious Deluxe Rooms are in hillside villa buildings of natural stone and wood, all air-conditioned featuring a king-size bed, full-width veranda with wonderful sea view, luxury bathroom (16 rooms have shower only), ceiling fan, tea/coffee-making facilities, mini-bar and satellite television.  There are seven elegant suites: three Senior Suites with lounge area and full bath and shower; and four luxurious Executive Suites offering a separate lounge, wrap-around veranda and second bathroom.  The hillside location requires reasonable mobility.

Wine and dine:

Wine and dine at romantic La Feuille d’Or Restaurant, located in the main building near the swimming pool, for table d’hôte and à la carte dining.  Twice a week, the Creole menu is another memorable experience!  The delightful Bonm Ange Restaurant situated near the beach, serves buffet breakfast and à la carte lunches.

L'Archipel Main Beach Restaurant

Between the swimming pool and the restaurant, the Bar & Cocktail Lounge will offer you some exquisite and flavourful drinks.  There is also a Beach Bar serving a wonderful selection of tasty and colourful cocktails.  Live music is provided 2 nights weekly.

L'Archipel Beach Dining

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PARADISE SUN – SEYCHELLES

Clustered amid tropical gardens beneath a beautiful backdrop of lush greenery:

This charming resort is set in tranquil tropical gardens against a backdrop of lush greenery, fringed by the soft white sands of beautiful Côte d’Or beach on Praslin’s north-east coast.  Whilst the atmosphere is definitely one of unhurried comfort, this attractive hotel is very much a resort, uniting a tranquil setting with a very comfortable accommodation and a good range of optional activities such as boat excursions with snorkelling and weekly ‘Sundowner’, making it well-suited to honeymooners and families.  The great location makes it perfect for intimate weddings.  Enjoy fabulous dining options to include a daily buffet offering seven different themes and à la carte for no extra charge!

Paradise Sun Seychelles Beach

Simple and uncluttered in the French Creole vernacular:

While the architecture is simple and uncluttered in the French Creole vernacular, Paradise Sun offers unmistakable luxury.  Louvre doors lead from cool, comfortable chalets onto spacious verandas overlooking the gardens and beach.  Each air-conditioned chalet has a separate bathroom and dressing room, with mini-bar, hairdryer and safe, as well as tea/coffee-making facilities.  The Deluxe/Family Rooms feature a bathroom with bath and shower and a lounge with sofa bed suitable for two young children under 12 years of age.

Paradise Sun Seychelles Pool Dinner

A typical day in paradise begins:

A typical day in paradise begins with a light continental or buffet breakfast offering an excellent selection of fresh tropical fruits, cereals, a variety of hot pastries and coffee.  Enjoy the French-style Creole cuisine which includes delicious fresh fish and shellfish buffets, salads, vegetables and imaginative desserts served in the Beach Restaurant overlooking the magnificent Côte d’Or beach.  Complimentary afternoon tea and coffee is also served in the restaurant.

At sunset, sip an exotic island cocktail in the Beachfront Bar, with the sand under your feet and glorious views across the ocean.  In the evening, capture the romance of this resort, as you listen to traditional island music and watch the graceful Sega Dancers performing to their lively beat.

Paradise Sun Seychelles Pool Night

Paradise Sun Spa:

Guests at Paradise Sun now have the opportunity to enjoy a variety of soothing spa treatments in a relaxing environment where the architectural style blends with the lush gardens of the Paradise Sun, just a few steps away from the magnificent pristine beach.

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LA RESERVE

Indisputably one of Praslin’s most distinguished hotels:

Located on its own secluded cove on Praslin’s north-west coast, bordering Curieuse Marine Park, La Reserve, recently reopened after a major refurbishment with new luxury colonial style villas scattered among tropical gardens and exotic vegetation, and is now indisputably one of Praslin’s most distinguished hotels.  The beautiful Jetty Restaurant is an attractive and romantic centrepiece of the hotel and features superb international, Creole and Chinese cuisine, drawing on the many different cultures and tastes to be found in the Seychelles, with more casual dining found by the lovely pool.  The property’s setting and ambience contribute to making this a romantic hideaway with personalised service or great for families who love nature.

La Reserve Seychelles Pool

A particular Creole ambience pervades throughout:

Set in a 200 acre estate of beautiful landscaped gardens, La Reserve provides individually decorated rooms all giving a particular Creole feel.  Eight Superior Rooms are placed in either of the two colonial style buildings, one on the hillside, the other directly on the beach.  Thirty-two new Deluxe Rooms, all on the beach, are beautifully designed with an abundance of space and extensive bathrooms with sunken bath and walk-in shower.  All rooms feature king-size four-poster bed, air-conditioning, mini-bar, coffee/tea-making facilities, bath (Deluxe Rooms only), shower, satellite television, safe and hairdryer.

The most memorable dining experience in all of the Seychelles:

The Jetty Restaurant, one of the most memorable dinner experiences in all of the Seychelles.  Guests watch the lights of anchored yachts in the bay and the natural aquarium of the jostling fish below and listen to the sound of gentle waves lapping on to the shore as the Chef creates delectable dishes from freshly caught fish.  The Jetty Restaurant offers Creole barbecue rich in spices to a wide ranging international menu from an open kitchen.  The Pool Grill Restaurant, located by the magnificent pool, serves an à la carte lunch only; fresh fish or expertly grilled meat.

Surrounded by coconut palms and wrapped by one of the largest swimming pools in the islands, guests can swim up to the William’s Pool Bar for that freshly squeezed fruit drink or alcoholic cocktail or simply order from their chaise longue.  Absolute bliss!

La Reserve Seychelles Jetty In Evening

Activities and more:

For the more energetic, if you are one of those people who like to keep in trim whilst on holiday, La Reserve has a well equipped and private gym ideal for your use.  The secluded Anse Petite Cour bay offers good snorkelling throughout the year.  All equipment is available free of charge.  Scuba diving courses can be arranged together with deep sea fishing.  Reserve guests can enjoy an 18-hole championship golf course on Praslin.  Just 25 minutes from the hotel, the course boasts some very challenging holes and beautiful scenic views.

La Reserve Seychelles Snorkelling

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PERFECT PRASLIN SEYCHELLES

Two delightful sister-hotels from Praslin’s portfolio of small, friendly and distinctively Seychellois properties – set side-by-side on beautiful Anse Bois de Rose and with the exotic option of luxury catamaran cruising.

Coco De Mer Seychelles Beach View

Praslin, 15 minutes flight from Mahé, is the second-largest of the Seychelles – just 7 miles by 2 miles in area and with only around 5,000 inhabitants.  An idyllic retreat of lush vegetation-draped hill-slopes, it has a beach-edged coastline whose coral reefs teem with marine life.  You can feel in perfect harmony with this unspoilt natural setting amid the tranquillity and contemporary comfort of Coco de Mer and Black Parrot Suites – beachfront neighbours on Praslin’s sunset-facing west coast, backed by tropical forest and with superb ocean views.

Coco de Mer:

A friendly and very comfortable little property, designed in contemporary Seychellois style, nestled between the sea and the famous Vallée de Mai.  Surrounded by lush tropical gardens and sitting beside its own beach, Coco de Mer offers spacious accommodation in a superbly peaceful location, incorporating the Black Parrot Junior Suites (200 metres away) – beachfront neighbours on Praslin’s sunset-facing west coast.  This friendly, family run, hotel is a great little hideaway of great value – explore the local nature, go cycling, or just relax on a hammock on the beach.  Special privileges include a courtesy shuttle to Anse Lazio beach, welcome cocktail, free afternoon tea and coffee and a free guided nature walk.  At certain times of the year, receive one day free car hire when you stay in a Superior Room – perfect Praslin!

Coco De Mer Seychelles Pool Terrace

Accommodation:

Coco de Mer features 40 refurbished bungalow rooms – some located at garden level by the sea, others set higher (most have sea view).  Some are split-level and all have a large bedroom with four-poster bed, sitting area (convertible to accommodate two children), private bath and shower, satellite television, mini-fridge, air-conditioning, ceiling fan, safe and tea/coffee making facilities.  Superior Rooms offer the same amenities as the Standard Rooms but located directly on the beach terrace.

Black Parrot Suites:

Adjoining Coco de Mer, this small, intimate and very comfortable little retreat clusters amid rocks and trees on a granite outcrop overlooking two romantic white-sand beaches, with spectacular views of the surrounding islands.  The spacious quality Junior Suite accommodation exudes an unmistakable Seychellois mood.  The property’s surroundings and design all contribute to making this a hideaway with a special charm.

Accommodation:

Just 12 large and recently renovated junior suite-style rooms, split-level with king-size four-poster bed, spacious bathroom (shower and semi-circular corner bath), sea facing balcony, small sitting area (with two corner sofas convertible to beds), air-conditioning, ceiling fan, mini-bar, telephone, tea/coffee-maker, hairdryer, wall-safe and satellite television.  One VIP Suite has a private courtyard with Jacuzzi – pure bliss!

Dining options:

Located at the Coco de Mer, the Hibiscus Restaurant features a combination of international and Creole cuisine; barbecues, buffets and table d’hôte is served.  The emphasis is on quality, variety, professional presentation and service.  Friday evening Creole buffets and displays are not to be missed.  An English breakfast is served, with a range of hot and cold options, fresh tropical fruits, Italian coffee and freshly baked croissants.  The pool grill, the Fisherman’s Wharf, is open for lunch and offers succulent seafood, sandwiches and light snacks.  You can also enjoy an exotic sundowner or a refreshing drink after a dip in the pool.  The Fisherman’s Wharf is located at the Coco de Mer.

Clients are welcome to reserve a table at the adjacent Black Parrot.  Mouth-watering light meals and cool drinks are served pool side at the Mango Terrace Bar & Grill.  Coconut Bar & Black Parrot Bar, located at the adjacent Black Parrott (200 metres away), features live music approximately three or four times a week.

Black Parrot Suites Seychelles Mango Terrace Restaurant

Catamaran Cruising:

See more of the Seychelles on a 5-day/4-night cruise aboard the 42ft catamaran Charming Lady – or her sister-craft, Summer’s Day.  With just 4 guest cabins (each with en-suite facilities), a friendly and experienced crew, snorkelling equipment and TV/video; this is the perfect way to enjoy these beautiful islands.  Sail around Praslin seeing beaches accessible only by boat – overnight at Anse-Lazio, Praslin – one of the world’s most beautiful beaches.  Then continue to Curieuse, famed for its beaches and tortoise reserve and St Pierre for snorkelling.  Cruise to Cousine Island (a famous bird sanctuary island) to explore and relax.  Sail to unspoilt paradise Coco Island for superb snorkelling, often with turtles, then  on to La Digue, and discover its stunning rock formations.

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SUNSET BEACH RESORT

An appealing little Mahé hideaway blending a tranquil setting with a gentle charm:

Elegant, yet low-key in mood, this is the perfect base for a quiet and relaxing Mahé stay, especially suited for honeymooners and couples, offering modern comforts in a very attractive and romantic setting.  This unique and luxurious little property nestles in greenery above the rocks on a promontory with exceptional views of Beau Vallon Bay and the ocean beyond.  A pathway leads to a secluded sandy cove around which most rooms are located and where excellent snorkelling can be enjoyed from the beach.  An appealing little hideaway blending a tranquil setting with a gentle charm – true Seychellois style!

Sunset Beach Seychelles Swimming Pool

For the romantically inclined:

This simple Mahé retreat is a tucked-away haven of peace and tranquillity especially suited to honeymooners and the romantically inclined.  Deluxe Ocean View rooms (most front the beach) and more spacious Junior Suites (facing the bay from the promontory); two delightful Two-Bedroom Villas enjoy wide bay views from a private garden.  All are tastefully decorated with ocean view, bath and shower, TV, radio, mini-bar, ceiling fan and patio.

Perfect moments:

The Sunset Beach Resort serves both Creole and international cuisine.  A mouth-watering Creole cooking style draws on the vibrancy and variety of local fruit and vegetables together with freshly caught seafood  – all prepared by an award-winning chef.  In fact, it could be a problem thinking about anything besides good food when you stay at the Sunset Beach Resort!  But in the meantime, relax at the tree-shaded pool terrace with snack/cocktail bar, while away the heat of a tropical afternoon in the tea lounge or enjoy a cooling drink at the bar.

Sunset Beach Seychelles Dining

Beauty and romance:

Enjoying some of the most evocative sunsets in the Seychelles, the aptly named Sunset Beach Resort is the perfect place for everyone who is a romantic at heart.  Welcome to a tranquil setting with a gentle charm – true Seychellois style!  Welcome to the Sunset Beach Resort!

Sunset Beach Resort Seychelles

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FREGATE ISLAND PRIVATE

A retreat for luxury-loving Crusoes – you won’t want to leave!

Timeless in mood yet magically exotic – one of the most secluded island addresses in the Seychelles, Frégate Island Private is a romantic hideaway just 20 minutes from Mahé by private helicopter.  Its rocky contours with lush dense tropical vegetation of coconut palms and takumaka bamboo, to name just a few, the island is home to rare wildlife species that include the Magpie Robin and a colony of giant tortoises.  Perfect for true romantics – it is ringed by seven stunning, often deserted, beaches – yours to explore in your own ‘island buggy’.  For the active there are water sports, fishing and nature walks, or just be pampered in the Rock Spa – perched on a hill-top.  Frégate is the ultimate in barefoot luxury – you won’t want to leave!

Fregate Island Seychelles

An idyllic sense of Seychellois escapism and charm:

Frégate has 16 air-conditioned pavilion-like villas set on bluffs above or between two dazzling beaches, with some of them enjoying fabulous ocean panoramas.  Restricting the number of guests to a maximum of 40 at any one time, the island remains exclusive to its guests – no day visitors are allowed – with each villa positioned to ensure ultimate privacy.  The villas are built of native mahogany and blend harmoniously into the natural surroundings.  The tropical feel of the buildings is deliberately casual.  Each villa has a large terrace with a daybed and Jacuzzi as an extension of the living area.  The light and spacious interior houses colonial-style furniture and state-of-the-art technology.

Fregate Island Seychelles Jacuzzi

Romantic dining serving traditional Creole dishes and island specialities:

In the evening, the Plantation House turns into a romantic restaurant serving traditional Creole dishes and island specialities.  This historical building evokes memories of the island’s past and is a wonderful venue for open-air dining.  The alternative dining venue is Frégate House where a gourmet menu features the Chef’s daily selection of local produce.  Dining is available on the lower terrace and also in the restaurant.  Guests can also dine in the privacy of their own villa or at the Beach Bar at Anse Bambous.

Fregate Island Seychelles Sunset

The Rock Spa:

Perched on a cliff-top plateau overlooking the sea, the Rock Spa is a haven of serenity.  Entered through a granite canyon, flanked by freshwater pools and cascading waterfalls, the spa celebrates the island’s unique surroundings and embraces all elements of nature.  The finest holistic treatments from all over the world use ancient techniques from India, Australia and Polynesia with botanical treatments prepared from local ingredients.  Afterwards, relax with a glass of cool coconut milk, Champagne or tea with fresh lemongrass and enjoy the view from the spa’s sublime vantage point high above the Indian Ocean.  There’s a fully equipped gym, a freshwater swimming pool, an extensive library, the children’s game room and the Castaway Kids Club & Clubhouse.  Golfers can head to the course on nearby Praslin Island.

Fregate Island Seychelles Spa Treatment

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HILTON SEYCHELLES NORTHOLME RESORT & SPA

Idyllic, romantic, relaxed – escape the world at this enchanting hideaway:

Here guests will find a sophisticated haven whose design and décor marry contemporary chic with Indian Ocean charm.  Located just a few minutes’ drive from Beau Vallon and its many leisure facilities, yet seemingly a world away, Hilton Seychelles lies on a peaceful headland above two small secluded coves amid a shady canopy of palm trees and flowering shrubs.  Enjoy superb dining, a favourite is Les Cocotiers Restaurant for fine à la carte dining and a live cooking station and the Ocean View Bar with live music in the evenings to just sit under the stars.  The restaurant, infinity pool and spa offer stunning panoramic views from their hilltop settings, while from the cove guests can snorkel or try excellent diving nearby.  Weekly Champagne Sunset Cruises and Barefoot Beach Barbecue enhance your stay further.  Great service, small, select and strictly for the self-indulgent!

Hilton Seychelles Northolme Resort and Spa Pool

Bright and spacious villas:

Deluxe Oceanfront Villas, nestled amongst the hillsides and beach coves of Beau Vallon Bay, are carefully placed to give you maximum privacy.  Each is raised on stilts so you can enjoy uninterrupted views of the impossibly blue ocean while you recline on your balcony daybed.  For an unforgettable trip, live James Bond style in the Deluxe Oceanfront Ian Fleming Suite, elevated on stilts over the crystal clear Indian Ocean. Enjoy a ‘hi-tech’ experience with the home theatre system and watch ‘For Your Eyes Only’ on DVD, the plot of which was inspired by the author’s stay here.

Hilton Seychelles Northolme Resort and Spa Accomodation

Dining and Entertainment:

Take in panoramic ocean and mountain views from the Hilton Seychelles Northolme Resort & Spa’s open-air Hilltop Restaurant.  Feast on a famous Hilton breakfast, themed buffet lunch or traditional Creole dinner.  Action cooking stations and a daily theme make this restaurant unique.  Dine under the stars at Les Cocotiers Restaurant.  Choose from a mouth-watering à la carte menu specialising in authentic Creole cuisine.  Try the fresh local ‘catch of the day’ with one of the specially selected fine wines.

The Ocean View Bar & Restaurant situated on the waterfront with great views of the blue Indian Ocean offers the perfect setting to unwind, enjoy lunch, dinner or an all-day snack menu.  Take afternoon tea in the relaxing Lobby Lounge.  Enjoy a selection of fruit juices and pastries while you keep in touch with wireless Internet access or drop in during the evening for a refreshing gin and tonic or tropical cocktail.  Celebrate the glorious sunset in style!  Welcome to paradise!

Hilton Seychelles Northolme Resort and Spa Restaurant

The Spa:

Perched on top of giant granite boulders overlooking the sea, the luxurious spa at the Hilton Seychelles Northolme Resort offers a range of holistic treatments, a steam room and yoga pavilion.  Indulge with an Ayurvedic massage, body wrap, scrub or relaxing facial.  The Fitness Centre offers state-of-the-art exercise equipment, suitable for all tastes and ages.

Hilton Seychelles Northolme Resort and Spa

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DENIS ISLAND SEYCHELLES

An island hideaway in an exotically beautiful Indian Ocean setting:

A notable interpretation of a hallmark Seychelles theme – comfort, laid-back luxury and delicious cuisine with all the finishing touches.  Thirty minutes’ flight from Mahé on the northern edge of the Seychelles bank, Denis is one of the few privately owned coral islands.  The exotic atmosphere and scenery of this Indian Ocean hideaway blend in what is an unspoilt paradise for escapists and romantics.  Dense with endemic palms, takamaka and casuarina trees, the island is fringed by a picture-book beach of white sand and glorious lagoon of kaleidoscopic shades offering endless fascinating underwater discoveries – excellent for snorkelling, fishing and a diving paradise.  The 350-acre island’s meandering paths invite exploration of its interior and the various conservation projects taking place – it is clear that the natural surroundings act as a division to pure relaxation.

Denis Island Pool

Elegant Cottages:

Share in an authentic private island experience in one of Denis Island’s 25 elegant cottages, each nestling near the ocean shore amid lush tropical gardens where comfort and a natural Creole flair go hand in hand to provide you with an unforgettable stay.  The island boasts 23 Deluxe Cottages each offering a high standard of comfort within tasteful surrounds.  Cottages have their own private sea-facing verandas and courtyards dotted between casuarina and coconut trees to ensure your total privacy.  Denis Island features two larger, more private and spacious villas – Villa Prince Noir and Bois d’Argent offering a secluded beachfront garden, outdoor lounge area with sala day-bed and their own wellness zone for in-room massages.

Denis Island Private Beach Chairs

Cosmopolitan cuisine and delicious Creole specialities:

An imposing L-shaped building located on the island’s western promontory houses the lodge’s administration and also its spacious bar and restaurant areas that propose an inviting and authentic atmosphere of languid, island-style living. The bar is the natural place for a reunion after a fulfilling day, whether with friends or an intimate tête á tête over one of the island’s delicious cocktails.

The restaurant, with an already enviable reputation for some of the finest cuisine in the Seychelles, offers clients a sumptuous breakfast buffet of local fruits, freshly squeezed juices, farm eggs, fresh croissants and Danish pastries.  Lunch presents a choice of three buffets: salad; a variety of hot dishes complemented by an open grill preparing fish or meat and, finally, a table of desserts.  Dinner features a table d’hôte 5 days a week with a delicious Creole Buffet served on Thursday and Saturday under the stars.

Unspoilt paradise for escapists, divers, nature-lovers and romantics:

If you are seeking to do more than just soak up the sun on any one of Denis’ magnificent beaches, the island boasts numerous activities to give you a memorable touch of adventure in paradise.

Fishing aficionados the world over are familiar with Denis Island’s reputation as enjoying year-round fishing in an area of the Indian Ocean that yields an abundance of fish.  Experience the thrill of a fishing charter on either the Mako 44 ft Striker or 27 ft Commodore that operate on request and on a daily basis with experienced crews using state-of-the-art equipment.  The local art of bottom-fishing or ‘palangrotte’ is a firm favourite with bone-fishing off the island’s flats also increasing in popularity.

The resort enjoys the facility of a small, professional, on-site dive centre with PADI accreditation offering courses for novice and advanced divers alike and where both diving and snorkelling equipment is available.  The protected underwater world around Denis ranks as one of the finest areas for diving in the Seychelles and features a number of dive sites allowing sightings of turtles, sharks, sting rays, sailfish, tuna and dolphins with whale sharks and manta rays often sighted from September to November.

Denis Island Diving

Sailing, windsurfing and canoeing in the sparkling waters surrounding the island are also possible while those with a preference for terrestrial activities will enjoy visits to the farm, hiking the island’s meandering pathways and also the guided nature walks that explore the island’s rich flora and fauna.

Welcome to paradise in an Indian Ocean hideaway whose magical spell will remain long in your memory – welcome to Denis Island!

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LE MERIDIEN FISHERMAN’S COVE

In the heart of paradise:

Pure boutique charm – Le Méridien Fisherman’s Cove is tucked away in tropical gardens at the southern end of Beau Vallon Beach, the most sheltered on Mahé for swimming, and a short stroll away from a choice of water sports and diving.  Guests can enjoy elegant yet informal dining options, a chill-out zone at Le Cocoloba lounge bar, or experience the Elemis Zen Spa and Fitness Centre, devoted to wellbeing, massage and relaxation.  Perched just above the beach, the stunning free-form pool at the ocean’s edge is an ideal setting to take things easy.

Le Meridien Fisherman's Cove Seychelles Pool

Intimate mood of tasteful informality:

The hotel’s exceptionally stylish 68 rooms and suites offer a range of accommodation choices and amenities.  Hibiscus Rooms, located in the main building, are set to the rear of the hotel, and feature a sea facing balcony or terrace.  Frangipani Deluxe Rooms offer a sea view, and some have small private gardens.  Bougainvillea Creole Suites are located on the beachfront or garden level, and are spacious with a separate living room area and special amenities.  Allamanda Suites are available at garden level, while Orchid Creole Suites are available at beachfront or top level.  Orchid Contemporary Suites are located on the hotel’s top level.

Le Meridien Fisherman's Cove Seychelles Suite Orchid

Exquisite dining, fine wines, magnificent sea views:

Le Cardinal is the hotel’s main restaurant and features an open-air dining room with magnificent sea views.  Themed buffets are complemented by an excellent wine selection in an elegant yet relaxed environment.  You can experience à la carte fine dining at Le Bourgeois whilst enjoying a unique panoramic view of Beau Vallon Bay.  This restaurant is located on the sunset bay-side of the hotel along a wooden deck promenade.

For pre-dinner drinks or late night cocktails (and complimentary afternoon tea/coffee and cakes) enjoy the relaxing setting of the Sunset Bar, which opens onto a wooden deck and pavilion.  Le Cocoloba Bar allows you to chill out to cool music and great sea views. Unwind while you enjoy à la carte light snacks during the day, or sip tropical cocktails as you watch the setting sun.

Le Meridien Fisherman's Cove Seychelles Restaurant

Elemis Zen Spa & Fitness Centre:

Elemis Zen Spa is a magical place entirely dedicated to your beauty and wellbeing, and features a wide choice of beauty treatments and massage, as well as its new line of luxurious Elemis brand products.  The resort’s Fitness & Spa Centre features a gym, steam bath, plunge pool, and two double massage rooms with open-air showers.

Le Meridien Fisherman's Cove Seychelles Spa

Activities:

All non-motorised water sports such as canoeing and snorkelling are offered at no extra cost to guests.  A variety of water sports can also be arranged in the vicinity of the Beau Vallon Beach.  Additionally, the resort offers an outdoor swimming pool and an illuminated outdoor tennis court.

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NORTH ISLAND

True tranquillity, as nature intended:

The number one choice for the Seychelles! North Island guarantees you a magical Robinson Crusoe mood and memories. Long-uninhabited, this stunningly beautiful and private granite island (20 minutes by helicopter from Mahé) offers its privileged guests exclusive luxury and a sense of true Zen ‘barefoot living’ – with the bonus of superb snorkelling and diving. The island is also the protected habitat of such species as turtles, corals and reef fish, and a resident ecologist can acquaint guests further. The place where discerning castaways anchor, simplicity and style unite and no news or sense of time exists!

North Island Main Pool

The Villas:

Eleven villas individually designed and beautifully integrated into the natural granite boulders, on the edge of a magnificent white sand beach, all enjoying butler service. Each villa, measuring 450 square metres, has an air-conditioned master bedroom enjoying all-round vistas, an impressive open-air bathroom area with sunken bath and shower with views, semi open-air living area (with protective blinds!) also with wide views, second air-conditioned bedroom/study, a private garden and large handcrafted wooden deck with freshwater rock pool and sala pavilion.

North Island Villa Pool

Dining & Cuisine:

Besides its exceptional beauty, North Island has long been renowned for its fertility and also for the richness of the fishing grounds wherein it nestles. It is not surprising therefore, that North Island’s lodge should draw upon these exceptional natural resources. The cuisine is based on the very finest natural products lovingly prepared in a sumptuous array of exotic dishes.

The cuisine of North Island is based on the diversity and cultural influences which, in part, made up the Seychellois Creole flavour. Culinary aspects of Seychelles, France and southern Indian spices are combined with the organic resources of North Island and the abundance on offer from the Indian Ocean. Balanced together with simplicity, expect a feast that will awaken all of your senses.

There is a “no menu” concept of dining on North Island and the chef, Troy Smith, speaks to each guest, explains the North Island cuisine concept, finds out personal food preferences and then develops the menus daily around this information.

North Island Bar

You are promised a memorable culinary experience, complemented by an impressive cellar with some of the world’s great wines and Champagnes.

Wellness Centre:

North Island Spa is a place of extreme natural beauty and timelessness and it is an experience of luxury and surrender. It is unencumbered, uninhibited, in touch, in tune, at ease and at peace.

Over and above the standard treatments, North Island Spa specialise in designing personalised holistic treatments to rejuvenate the body, mind and soul. On arrival at North Island, once you have settled into your villa, the spa therapists will be available for an individual consultation aimed at personalising treatments to suit your needs. Design treatments that relieve stress, that are suited to after-exercise, that detoxify, cleanse and purify, that refresh and rejuvenate and those that provide finishing touches before leaving North Island.

Activities:

The activities on offer on North Island are designed to give guests the opportunity to enjoy the island and its magic either under guidance from one of the hosts, or to give you the complete freedom to move around the island at your own pace, either on foot, on mountain bikes or by Island Buggie. These activities will have a minimal impact on the environment whilst providing the thrill and enjoyment of entertainment and exercise.

North Island Picnic

Scuba diving:

Seychelles forms part of the world’s longest coral reef system and has some of the world’s best scuba diving sites. Numerous dive sites have been identified around North Island and its nearest neighbour Silhouette Island. Enjoy a thrilling guided scuba experience; dive masters and instructors are not only experts in scuba practices but also in the underwater universe. PADI Open Water dive courses are offered while on the island. The Dive Centre is fully equipped with the latest BCDs, regulators, wetsuits, fins and masks. Guests wishing to dive need not bring their own hard or soft gear.

If you yearn to stop the world and escape to a stunningly stylish hideaway where clocks, newspapers and supermarkets will all seem like a distant and forgotten dream – then here is your journey’s end. North Island – true tranquillity, as nature intended!

North Island Spa

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