Best 5-star hotels in Seychelles

When it comes to holidays on paradise islands, the Seychelles will definitely be among the top five. The combination of incredible natural corners and snow-white beaches wins the hearts of travellers. To make your holiday in the Seychelles as comfortable and enjoyable as possible, it is worth taking care in choosing the right place to stay. In this article, we will show the best five-star hotels in the Seychelles. Whether you are planning a romantic trip, a family holiday or prefer solo tours, the welcoming Seychelles can provide an unforgettable stay for every category of traveller.

Cousine Island Resort Seychelles

Four Seasons Resort Seychelles Mahe

A romantic resort of the famous brand, located on one of the most beautiful beaches of Mahé Island. Four Seasons Resort Seychelles offers a wide choice of villas, suites and residences. All are equipped with private pools and wonderful views of the lagoon or lush green garden. The place is very beautiful, especially at sunset.

Guests of the resort can:

• Enjoy culinary delights in the hotel restaurants or choose meat, seafood and vegetables for a beach grill on Petite Anse.
• Attend Creole cooking masterclasses and learn how to make popular cocktails.
• Improve their physical and spiritual wellbeing with the help of leading international wellness specialists. The hotel has a luxurious Hilltop Spa with a wide range of treatments.
• Master the art of surfing with experienced Tropicsurf instructors or explore the surrounding waters on a paddle board.
• Discover the best views over Petite Anse Bay from the top of a scenic hill and create a personal "A Postcard from Paradise" in a drawing lesson with local artist Nigel Henry.
• Uncover the secrets of the underwater world during guided snorkelling with WiseOceans and take part in coral reef restoration.

Four Seasons Resort Seychelles Mahe

Four Seasons Resort Seychelles at Desroches Island

Another representative of the same brand invites guests to enjoy a premium holiday in the Seychelles. On the idyllic island of Desroches there is only one resort, which belongs to the Four Seasons collection in the Seychelles. It is connected to Mahé by a 35-minute flight. In fact, the whole island will be yours. Only about 50 people live there. Almost all infrastructure is geared towards tourism - from the runway to the enclosure with giant Seychelles tortoises.

Advantages of a holiday on Desroches Island:

• Spacious villas and suites with pools. Designed in the style of designer rustic luxury. There are even 7-bedroom villas.
• Services of experienced spa therapists.
• Active leisure - tennis court, yoga studio, fitness centre.
• World culinary masterpieces and traditional Creole dishes in several luxurious resort restaurants.
• Meetings with giant tortoises.
• Excellent conditions for surfing and diving.
• The island’s snow-white coastline, stretching for 15 kilometres.

Four Seasons Resort Seychelles at Desroches Island

Maia Luxury Resort & Spa

A luxurious green resort of the Anantara brand. Maia Luxury Resort & Spa features 30 spacious villas of 250 square metres. The hotel is located on the west coast, where the sunsets are especially colourful and the infrastructure for entertainment outside the resort is very well developed. Although the Maia concept allows you to fully enjoy an ideal holiday without any need to leave.

What Maia Luxury Resort offers:

• Accommodation in pool villas. The design and layout include traditional elements, such as thatched roofs and natural interior décor.
• 24-hour private butler service.
• The "Beyond All Inclusive" concept allows guests to enjoy magnificent dishes in the fine dining restaurant.
• In the WineSpectator-awarded wine boutique, connoisseurs and enthusiasts can taste wines from a rich and carefully selected collection.
• Exclusive rituals await guests in the cosy spa salon.
• Nature lovers and fans of active holidays can visit the islands of Praslin and La Digue, or take a helicopter to Aride Island, where a popular bird reserve is located.

Anantara Maia Seychelles Villas

Constance Lemuria Resort

Constance Lemuria is located on the picturesque island of Praslin - the second largest in the Seychelles. This is a luxurious classic hotel for a comfortable holiday, privacy and enjoyment of nature.

Constance Lemuria offers many advantages, including:

• Refined gastronomy in the resort’s four restaurants.
• A wide range of spa treatments, including treatments for expectant mothers, as well as special massages for golf lovers.
• Access to an 18-hole golf course.
• Many options for leisure, including tennis, mountain biking, diving and deep-sea fishing.
• A modern kids’ club with play zones, various masterclasses and a computer room.

Constance Lemuria Praslin Seychelles

Kempinski Seychelles Resort

The 5-star beachfront and diving resort Kempinski Seychelles Resort, located in the south-western part of Mahé Island, accommodates guests in comfortable suites and rooms, mostly with sea views. This is a classic resort hotel, relatively affordable for the Seychelles.

What else makes the resort interesting:

• The dining venues offer a wide selection of dishes, a variety of cocktails and live music.
• A resort spa centre at the foot of the famous Baie Lazare rock, with a rich collection of spa treatments. Organic Kokos products created exclusively for the Kempinski resort are used here.
• The hotel features a 24-hour fitness centre with modern equipment, a PADI 5* dive centre, a surf school and a kids’ club.
• Entertainment includes yoga and Pilates on a hill with scenic views, nature walks, tennis, volleyball, football and other active activities.

Kempinski Seychelles Resort

Six Senses Zil Pasyon

Six Senses Zil Pasyon is located on Félicité Island and occupies a third of its territory. It is a remote green corner with an atmosphere of privacy. The resort features spacious villas organically integrated into the natural landscape. Félicité suits those who seek seclusion and count on a luxurious holiday. Zil Pasyon creates excellent conditions both for families with children and for a unique romantic experience.

Six Senses Zil Pasyon offers:

• Magnificent cuisine, private dining with tastings in the wine cellar and in the rum bar.
• A luxurious spa centre where technology is combined with traditional wellness methods.
• A wide choice of entertainment, including sunset sea cruises, tours to Coco and La Digue islands, trekking along scenic trails to the top of the hill, water sports and much more.
• The Trouloulou's kids’ club for guests aged 4 to 11, where creative, cultural, sporting and eco activities await them.

Six Senses Zil Pasyon

Raffles Seychelles

Guests of this resort on Praslin Island enjoy all the benefits of a luxurious holiday. Raffles Seychelles is considered one of the largest and most scenic hotels in the Seychelles. Its distinctive feature is the multi-level layout of the villas, so many rooms enjoy an incredible unobstructed panorama.

Guests of Raffles Seychelles can expect:

• First-class service and personal butler services.
• Accommodation in spacious villas with scenic pools facing the ocean horizon.
• A large multi-level panoramic swimming pool.
• International and Asian cuisine in wide variety.
• Signature treatments in a luxurious spa overlooking the ocean and tropical gardens.
• Children’s and teenagers’ programmes at the Sugar Palm club and much more.

Raffles Seychelles

Hilton Seychelles Labriz Resort & Spa

One of the hotels of the famous global Hilton collection in the Seychelles is located on Silhouette Island, 93% of which is occupied by a nature reserve. It is a small island and suits those who are looking for a calmer holiday than on the large islands of the Seychelles.

Seychelles Labriz Resort & Spa offers:

• Accommodation in spacious villas with a terrace, garden or direct beach access; some villas have their own pool.
• Italian, Japanese, Creole and international cuisine in the resort’s restaurants.
• The Eforea Spa centre with relaxing wellness rituals, hammam, sauna and steam room.
• A PADI dive centre, diving and training among coral reefs.
• Two swimming pools, including a family pool and a children’s area.
• The Jungle Fun kids’ club with an entertainment programme for children and babysitting services.
• Water activities - snorkelling, kayaking, fishing, boat trips and sea excursions.
• Tennis, beach yoga, a fitness centre and cycling.
• Walking and trekking through tropical jungle trails.

Hilton Seychelles Labriz Resort & Spa

Hilton Seychelles Northolme Resort & Spa

Another Hilton representative in the Seychelles, located on the main island of Mahé. Hilton Seychelles Northolme is one of the key representatives of the Adults Only format in the Seychelles, and invites guests aged 13+ to relax in quiet, modern rooms with spacious terraces. A calm atmosphere for a romantic holiday and honeymoon.

Advantages of the resort:

• Accommodation in spacious villas with panoramic ocean views.
• Several restaurants and bars with international and Creole cuisine, as well as dinners on an open terrace by the ocean.
• The Eforea Spa centre with facial and body treatments, aromatherapy and massages.
• A fitness centre and opportunities for active leisure.
• A private beach and secluded coves.
• Complimentary snorkelling and kayaking in the lagoon.
• Additional water activities: canoes, jet skis, water skiing and parasailing.
• A large panoramic infinity pool.
• Romantic candlelit dinners on the beach.
• A complimentary shuttle to the famous Beau Vallon beach.

Hilton Seychelles Northolme Resort & Spa

JA Enchanted Island Resort

The romantic JA Enchanted Island boutique resort is located 15 minutes by boat from Mahé, on the private Round Island, which belongs to the Sainte Anne Marine Park. The hotel consists of only 10 villas - all equipped with private pools and luxurious living conditions. The island is very small, quiet and secluded, ideal for those looking for a full reset among tropical nature.

What is available at the hotel:

• Rooms with panoramic ocean views, a terrace, private pool and direct beach access.
• A restaurant of Creole and international cuisine and a bar.
• Romantic dinners on the beach or on the villa terrace.
• An infinity pool with a terrace for relaxation and lagoon views.
• A spa centre on the hill with massages, wellness treatments and relaxing rituals.
• Snorkelling, kayaking and boat trips in the lagoon, as well as snorkelling safaris to the most beautiful surrounding reefs.
• Yoga, fitness centre and active leisure on the resort territory.
• Excursions and sea trips to neighbouring islands.

JA Enchanted Island Resort

Cousine Island Resort Seychelles

The luxurious small island resort Cousine Island is the holder of the Best Luxury Sustainable Private Island in the World 2024 title. The island reserve is home to many bird species. Preserving endemic plants and animals is part of the resort’s philosophy. In addition, guests have access to entertainment such as diving and snorkelling, excursions and fishing, nature walks and much more. Cousine Island is one of the popular destinations for a day trip in the Seychelles.

Features of the resort:

• 4 luxurious villas and 1 presidential villa. No more than 10-12 guests can stay on the island at the same time. The whole island can be rented.
• Each villa is located directly on the beach and has a private pool, spacious terrace and direct access to the ocean.
• A personal butler and private chef who prepare dishes according to the guests’ preferences.
• The All-inclusive Premium concept - drinks and many activities are included in the price.
• Guided reserve excursions - birdwatching and observing giant tortoises.
• Snorkelling and diving on the coral reefs around the island.
• Spa treatments and yoga in the villa or on the beach.
• Boat trips and fishing.

Cousine Island Resort Seychelles

Savoy Resort & Spa Seychelles

One of the most beautiful resorts on Mahé Island, located directly on the famous Beau Vallon beach. The hotel is surrounded by a tropical garden and is located next to one of the most picturesque beaches in the Seychelles, with soft sand, calm water and incredible sunsets. Savoy is suitable both for a romantic holiday and for family travel.

Infrastructure and offers:

• A wide variety of accommodation. Rooms and suites from 51 to 270 square metres, with views of the ocean, garden or mountains.
• A large territory wrapped in well-kept tropical gardens.
• One of the biggest swimming pools in the Seychelles - about 700 square metres.
• Restaurants with Creole and international cuisine menus, and a wide variety of seafood.
• A large Savoy Spa with massages, beauty treatments, saunas and relaxation zones.
• A yoga pavilion, fitness centre and tennis court for active leisure.
• A kids’ club and family activities, including organising excursions around Mahé and to neighbouring islands.
• Snorkelling, fishing and sailing.
• Excellent conditions for weddings and events.

Savoy Resort & Spa Seychelles