A Couples Guide to the Seychelles
Planning a romantic getaway to the Seychelles? Book the best hotels for couples here on Culture Trip, from luxurious private pool villas with helicopter transfers to resorts offering island adventures.
Seychelles is a sprawling archipelago of 115 islands in the Indian Ocean – and it might just be one of the most romantic destinations around. With secluded white-sand beaches fringed with palms, opal-hued waters with coral reefs, and some seriously luxurious hotels and resorts featuring private villas and island-chic restaurants. It’s the perfect choice for honeymooners or couples looking to escape the everyday.
1. Raffles Seychelles
Luxury, Chain Hotel
This collection of luxurious private pool villas – each with a private outdoor pavilion, plunge pool and balcony – is found on the island of Praslin, which is known for palm-fringed beaches and the jungly Praslin National Park at the interior. If you book for five nights or longer, you’re eligible for the Signature Offer, which includes a complimentary one-way private helicopter transfer from Mahé and a three-course romantic dinner. Curieuse Restaurant is an island-chic setting offering a menu with influences from India, China and Southeast Asia. Think fresh Thai salads, Indian curries and traditional Chinese stir-fries.
2. Paradise Sun Hotel
Hotel
French Creole bungalows nestled in tropical gardens open out to timber decks overlooking St Pierre Island on the horizon at this idyllic hotel on Praslin. While it might be tempting to relax poolside or spend the day at the white-sand beach bordered by granite boulders, there are also plenty of activities to enjoy. Visit the traditional Creole House, which is crafted from palm leaves and other traditional materials, and learn how the Seychellois Creole cooked in the past. Make a palm leaf broom, or enjoy traditional Moutya and Sega dance performances every Friday around a fire on the beach.
4. Anantara Maia Seychelles Villas
Resort, Spa Hotel, Hotel
If you’re looking for a spot to truly unwind in Seychelles, look no further than Anantara Maia Seychelles Villas. Each of the 30 secluded private villas has a dedicated, round-the-clock Villa Host to look after anything you need. The Beyond All-Inclusive concept includes all meals and drinks and unlimited scuba diving and yoga. The luxurious villas are designed by Bill Bensley, the founder of renowned Bangkok and Bali-based design studio BENSLEY. Each one features a rustic palette of raw timber and hammered copper softened by plush furnishings and boasts a private pool surrounded by tropical gardens.
5. Constance Ephélia
Hotel
6. JA Enchanted Island Resort Seychelles
Luxury, Resort, Spa Hotel
Live out your island dreams at this ultra-luxurious resort on a private island in the middle of the Saint-Anne Marine Park, just a 15-minute boat ride from Mahé. There are ten one-bedroom villas, each with a private infinity pool and a design inspired by Creole-Seychellois traditions, with excellent white linens, floor-to-ceiling windows framing ocean views, and raw timber details. Planning the ultimate destination wedding? Rent out the entire island for up to 24 people, and enjoy snorkelling, kayaking and tropical beaches in complete seclusion.
7. Coco de Mer Hotel and Black Parrot Suites
Spa Hotel
8. Cerf Island Resort
Resort
Situated at the Saint-Anne National Marine Park entrance, 4km (2.4mi) from the northeast coast of Mahé, Cerf Island offers a quieter, more secluded getaway than some of the larger islands. The entire island is less than 1.6km (1mi) long yet is home to numerous sandy beaches, while the absence of any roads allows for a leisurely exploration of the island by foot. Cerf Island Resort features just 24 spacious villas designed to blend into the surroundings with Seychellois design elements. Lucky guests get large outdoor baths, secluded sun terraces and large windows to let in the ocean breeze.
9. Le Duc de Praslin
Hotel
Seychelles is known for its lush tropical vegetation, but there’s perhaps no spot like the award-winning garden at Le Duc de Praslin on Praslin island’s Cote D’Or Beach. The garden features over 100 varieties of orchids, colourful hibiscus flowers, tropical palm trees and two fish ponds. The grounds are also home to three Magna Pools, which feature water with natural ocean minerals which revitalise your skin as you swim. For even more indulgence, book a treatment at the rooftop Elodia Spa Pavillion, which offers treatments using products from luxury Italian brand Parma.
10. North Island, a Luxury Collection Resort, Seychelles
Resort
If you’re in search of complete privacy for your romantic retreat, head to North Island, 30km (18.6mi) north of Mahé. This private island has just 11 ocean-view villas dotted amidst 201ha (500 acres) of tropical wilderness. Each 450sqm (4,843 sq ft) villa boasts a private plunge pool and direct access to the beach, where you can snorkel, dive, kayak and paddleboard. Celebrating a special occasion? The resort can organise a private picnic at the exclusive ‘Picnic Spot’ on West Beach, with a tailor-made picnic basket overflowing with cheeses, freshly baked ciabatta, fruit skewers, chocolate-covered strawberries and, of course, champagne.
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