Seychellen ∙ Praslin ∙ Anse Takamaka

Raffles Seychelles *****

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Location

Raffles Seychelles is nestled on the north coast of Praslin. The spacious villa complex is located near the famous Anse Lazio, one of the most beautiful beaches in the world, and offers a panoramic view of the turquoise blue waters of the Indian Ocean. The villas are spread across a hillside and along the coast, some with direct beach access. Restaurants, the Vallee de Mai Nature Reserve, and Curieuse Island are within a short drive. Arrival is from Mahé International Airport by domestic flight (approx. 20 minutes) to Praslin Airport, followed by approximately 30 minutes transfer time to the resort.

Facilities

This luxurious retreat combines tropical flair with modern comfort. The resort welcomes its guests with a stylish reception area and personal service. Raffles Seychelles offers culinary delights in several restaurants – including the main restaurant "Losean" with international and Creole specialties, and the Asian-inspired "Curieuse" restaurant. For light meals and exotic cocktails, the "Pool Restaurant & Bar" offers a relaxed atmosphere. In the evening, the "Danzil Lounge & Bar" invites you to linger with fine drinks and sea views. Two large freshwater pools with sun terraces and loungers invite you to relax. The multi-award-winning Raffles Spa, with its open treatment pavilions amidst tropical gardens, provides moments of tranquility. A yoga pavilion, a 24-hour fitness studio, and well-maintained garden areas complete the offering.

Accommodation

Hillside Garden View Pool Villa

The approximately 125 sqm elegantly furnished villas are located on a hillside, surrounded by tropical vegetation, and offer a dreamlike view of the green garden landscape. They feature a combined living/sleeping area with a king-size bed, a spacious bathroom with a freestanding bathtub, a separate rain shower/toilet, hairdryer, individually regulated air conditioning, satellite TV, minibar, safe, and coffee/tea making facilities. Further amenities include floor-to-ceiling windows, a private infinity pool with a sun deck, and a furnished terrace with seating – ideal for relaxing in a peaceful environment.

Modern treehouse villa with terrace, pool, and lush greenery
Terrace with wooden floor, outdoor pool, and cushions overlooking tropical vegetation.
Cozy covered patio with blue cushions, wooden furniture, and a view of greenery.
Modern hotel room with balcony, overlooking the sea, pool, and green hills under clear sky.
Spacious modern hotel room with two beds, wooden flooring, and terrace overlooking pool.
Luxurious bathtub with large glass window and sea view at tropical coastline.

Ocean View Pool Villa

The approximately 125 sqm stylishly furnished villas are located in an elevated position and offer a magnificent panoramic view of the Indian Ocean. They feature a combined living/sleeping area with a king-size bed, a luxurious bathroom with a freestanding bathtub, separate rain shower/toilet, hairdryer, individually regulated air conditioning, satellite TV, minibar, safe, and coffee/tea making facilities. Floor-to-ceiling windows create a light-filled ambiance. On the spacious, furnished terrace with a private infinity pool and sun loungers, guests can enjoy undisturbed moments with ocean views in exclusive privacy.

Meals

B&B/HB/FB

HB:
Breakfast in buffet form at the main restaurant. In the evening, guests can enjoy a dine-around option with changing menus in all open restaurants, including international, Asian, and Creole cuisine. Drinks are not included and are available for a fee.
FB:
Breakfast in buffet form at the main restaurant. Lunch à la carte at the Pool Restaurant & Bar. In the evening, a dine-around option with a choice of different restaurants. Drinks are not included and are available for a fee.

Dress Code

In the evenings, smart casual attire is requested in the restaurants.

Sports included

Water sports activities such as kayaking, stand-up paddleboarding, and snorkeling.
24-hour fitness studio with modern equipment, yoga and Pilates classes, bicycle rental, table tennis, darts, billiards.

Sports for a fee

The resort offers boat dives and deep-sea fishing excursions.
Golf

Children's program

Kids Club for ages 4-12:
Kids' yoga, cooking classes, movie nights.
Teens Club for ages 13+:
PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch games, karaoke, cooking classes.

Wellness

Raffles Spa with 12 spa pavilions overlooking the ocean, two private spa suites with steam showers, Japanese plunge baths and viewing decks, sauna, steam room, and quiet zones amidst the garden landscape, yoga pavilion, as well as a hair and nail salon. Guests can enjoy a wide range of massages, facial and body treatments, individual wellness programs combined with nutrition and fitness, and private yoga sessions.
Spa treatments are available daily from 9 AM.

Entertainment

Outdoor games in the Takamaka Pavilion with games such as table tennis, air hockey, and board games.
Live music and DJs, as well as a weekly cocktail evening.

Hotel service

Wi-Fi access is available free of charge throughout the resort and in the villas. Helicopter transfers are available on request for a fee.

Hotel features

  • Directly on the beach
  • Sandy beach
  • Close to the beach
  • Chillout & Relaxation
  • Fitness
  • Hotel safe
  • Massages
  • Spa
  • Wi-Fi
  • Family friendly
  • Luxury travelers

Sustainability

"Reisen mit Zukunft" (Travel for the Future) provides guidance for making conscious choices. Our label identifies hotels certified according to internationally recognized standards for sustainable operating practices and actively investing in a more sustainable future. These standards cover social responsibility, environmental awareness, and cultural and economic aspects of sustainable tourism, as defined by the Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC).

Further information on sustainability at Schauinsland-Reisen can be found at: https://nachhaltigkeit.schauinsland-reisen.de/reisen-mit-zukunft

This hotel has the following certification:
  • Seychelles Sustainable Tourism Label
  • Green Globe

Note

The hotel is located on a hillside – depending on the villa's location, paths within the complex can be steep. A buggy service is available upon request.
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Some restaurants and facilities may vary depending on weather conditions or season.
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Please note that an environmental sustainability fee is charged locally. This fee is payable in cash directly to the hotel per person per night and currently ranges between €1.80 and €7.20 (depending on the size of the hotel). Children under 13 years of age are exempt from this regulation.
For your international round-trip flight to/from Mahé, please consider ferry times for hotel bookings on the neighboring islands (e.g., Praslin/La Digue). If you arrive after 1 PM or depart before 12 PM, a transfer to/from Praslin/La Digue cannot be guaranteed. In case of arrival/departure outside the above times due to flight delays, bad weather, or long waiting times at immigration, our local agency will arrange an overnight stay in Mahé for you. If your booked flight times fall outside the above time frames, please book an overnight stay in Mahé through your travel agent.
Raffles Seychelles
Anse Takamaka, Praslin Island
Seychelles

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