Seychelles Holidays

Prateek Deshmukh

I would have given more stars if I could. The property is top notch The service is more than top notch. The hospitality and the people is what makes the stay even better. We celebrated our son’s first bday here and the staff made it extra special by arranging a breakfast and cake for us by the beach making it memorable and picture perfect. They also allowed us early check in and a later check out as our flight was late in the night. And yes also gave us a free upgrade to a junior suite. What else to ask for in a perfect vacation!

Joakim Sandqvist

Unfortunately, this resort didnt meet our expectations or reached the same level as other 5 star resorts (e.g. comparing to Mauritius). Facilities, pool area and rooms were great and we have nothing to complain about there. The staff treatment was mixed, some very polite and some less. The service however was really poor, had to wait 15 mins for coffee for breakfast, no proactive service around the pool as youd expected from a 5 star etc. And the biggest complaint - the food was quite terrible, more like a 3 star hotel. Limited dishes to choose from, food pre-prepared and maintained rather than prepared at order, no flavors/spices. They have theme nights which is good but only like two dishes from the theme and for e.g. Italian night the pasta station is more a children corner... Food really disappointing! Also, it is Russian owned with 50%+ of the customers being Russian, which can be good to know. Food extremely, extremely overpriced.

Nikolin Duka

We chose to book in this hotel because it was said to be a five-star hotel. Maybe when it opened it should have been five stars because what we experienced it seemed clear that the standard had dropped a lot. The resort did not offer five-star services. One night I had a power outage for about two hours and no one from customer service explained or apologized. The location, nature, pool, beach and space of the rooms were very good. Service, maintenance and features left much to be desired. If you decide to have lunch in one of the resort's restaurants, I would suggest Grand Savoy, excellent service, very friendly staff and the best menu and taste. However, this is the best option for the area considering the price and what it offered

Michael Nolan

Very nice hotel in a great location on the beach. The room was a good size and well equipped with a spacious balcony. The only downside was the restaurant, which offered a limited choice of Western food, and the quality was a little hit and miss. The restaurant staff were far too eager to take your finished items from the table the second you looked like you were finished. The staff also started clearing up the restaurant far too early and very loudly, while many diners were still trying to enjoy their food. There is clearly pressure from the managers and/or owners to do this, and the staff seem to live in fear if they stand still for more than a few minutes?!! Our room was on an upper floor, which luckily was served by 2 elevators. 1 of the elevators was out of service constantly, with nobody seeming to care. This hotel was quite expensive for the stay and expensive to buy drinks from the bar. So, for these reasons, I have scored it low on service. I would not bother going back.

Emmanuel Rosas

Can't say enough great things about this place. The pool and spa facilities are world class. The staff are super friendly and they even have a tennis court. Do not miss the steam and sauna rooms, they are a must do!

Alharith Almoosa

We were a group of five who stayed for nearly a week. Desire and Goodwick provided exceptional care, ensuring our needs were met at all times. Their dedication truly made our stay unforgettable. With an array of restaurants to choose from, each meal felt like a unique experience. The staff were incredibly friendly, the spa was exceptional, and the hiking trails on the hotel grounds were fantastic. Moreover, the kids club surpassed expectations, ranking among the best I've encountered globally. If you're seeking a family retreat in Seychelles, look no further; this hotel is a must-choose destination.

Vera Sher

First time in Seychelles, and It was LOVE in first sight 🩵♥️ we arrived early and were ready to wait for check-in, but we were not kept waiting and our villa was already ready before us, a big plus. The staff captivated us with their cordiality, during our entire stay we received only the most positive impressions. Cleanliness, Restaurants, the beach, our Butler, everything in this resort is done so that you can enjoy it to the fullest. I highly recommend it with children, a large selection of entertainment, turtles, mangrove jungle, zipline, children's club, shallow beach, water activities, coral reef with a lot of fish and turtles. There wasn't a single annoying moment for us. We also had a late flight and were given a late check-out up to 6 o’clock absolutely free of charge, it was very nice. We lived in a family villa, very large with a large swimming pool and bicycles were at our disposal. Very Highly recommend 👌👌👌👌👌

Victoria B

Have a look on the real food photos and don’t waste your money at this hotel. Yes, you can find many positive things like nature, very good kids club… but to pay for that and get that low food quality can spoil your overall experience.

Leesa D

A spectacular place to stay. Everything was excellent. Beautiful beaches, lots of activities to do. Plenty of different food choices. A very relaxing resort with a spa and beauty treatments. Highly recommend!

Joachim Kirsch

We travelled to the Seychelles for the third time and to Constance Ephelia for the second time. We've been there last year and had the feeling, that the Pandamic-Time hit the Ephelia very hard, like the hole hotellerie. This year, we have been there again for 5 days in April. And we can say, that the Ephelia runs perfectly. Starting with the more than friendly and warm welcome in the middle of the night (our flight had a delay of more than 4 hours), until the farewell, which made us feel like we were leaving friends. The management did a great job in the last 12 months. We didn't meet an unfriendly employee. Everyone was super nice. Namely for a international team we want to call Marie-Agnes the host of our Villa. Also the buggy drivers are helpfull and nice. We felt at home from the very first moment. We tested all the A la cart restaurants. The service was excellent and the food was great. Actually, you shouldn't emphasise any, because everyone is very good. But to tell the truth, the Cyann is outstanding. We met an excellent sommelier from France (sorry forgot the name) and chef Giovanni invited us for a few momants to his kitchen. The hotel and its surrounding area is one of the loveliest places on the island. The beaches, expecially on the north side is fantastic and clean. The water is warm and inviting. So what more can we say? Was there something going wrong or bad? No not at all in this holiday. We hope to come back soon.

dianelle van wyk

Excellent service from this hotel. The food is amazing. The waiters were friendly and helpful. Excellent service from Karthick who looked after us every night at dinner. Shana and her team was also amazing at the kids club. So far the best kids club we have ever booked our 2 year old in. He was so happy and they are the best... compared to Mauritius and Europe kids clubs... this one wins hands down. Thank you for the amazing time Kempinski resort!!!

Adriana Jankov

Usually I really rare made bad reviews in my life but this I really need to share!!! We wanted to come to the Kempinski for a few drinks today. We already know the hotel chain from our home in Dubai and have always been satisfied. Today we had a terrible experience in the Seychelles. We arrived at the resort at lunchtime without a reservation (my husband, mom and I (6 months pregnant)). When we arrived at the gate we met an incredibly rude security who said we couldn't go in without a reservation, not even for a few drinks & snacks. Then we said we would make a reservation right away, he should please call and he immediately rudely said no. Our cab driver already had a next tour and had to let us out. Now we were standing there in the blazing midday sun with a security guard who wanted to give us zero help. We wanted to call him ourselves, but we simply had no network with our phones. I then begged the security man to at least get us a new cab, but he said it wasn't possible.The Top of the Cake was when he said he have more important things to do!!! I (pregnant) then started to cry because I had become so historic in the blazing midday sun. In the end we were just lucky that a cab driver came by chance and drove us back to Four Seseons. That was by far the worst experience I've ever had in a hotel in my life.

Roberta Delli Santi

Amazing experience. Yvonne welcome us in Windsong perfectly. It was a perfect breakfast , delicious, the day after our wedding. In general the resort and the staff is amazing. Violetta organized our wedding with care and kindness. Room amazing and services professional.

Aoife Gallagher

My partner and I spent 7 days here in November 2023 and it was paradise. The staff are wonderful; every single person was willing to help and so friendly and welcoming. The welcome reception we received was second to none and they had our room ready early...hugely appreciated after a long journey. The food is fresh and delicious, with something for everyone. We looked forward to every meal at Kempinski Seychelles. After dinner we enjoyed the bar upstairs; great musicians and a great holiday vibe....made even better by the superb cocktails. The beach was 20 steps from our room, with plenty of sun loungers, tended to by the wonderful beach staff. The photos do not depict fully how serene and stunning the location is. Our room was fabulous. The bathroom was spacious and the bed was so comfortable. We will definitely be going back here.

Zaid Wani

Had an amazing stay here. The property is just spectacular with easy access to their private beach strip. Friendly staff and a chill, laid back atmosphere. The rooms are superb no matter what category you choose. Should not miss the hotel hike it is super easy with 10/10 views at the end. Overall a splendid experience.

Ankit Mohanty

This resort is truly a paradise cocooned in the pristine blue waters of Seychelles. We stayed there for our honeymoon in December and needless to say this was one of the best hotels we have stayed in! The staff has been extremely helpful and responsive ever since we booked the place and made sure our honeymoon was memorable. The trip to the hotel is through a ferry which takes less than an hour and is an experience in itself. The waterfront pool villas will surely transport to a reality from which it will be hard to come back to your regular life. The villa opens to the beach and you can see some of the most beautiful sunrises and sunsets all while walking on the smooth sand with no signs of habitation for miles and miles. The villas come with bicycles that can be used to tour the resort and come in handy while visiting the 4-5 restaurants they have on site each specializing in a different cuisine. We also booked ourselves a private dinner in our villa and the food was simply delicious. We will most definitely be back to this paradise on earth.

Peach *

We were really uncomfortable here and happy to leave. Our beachfront villa (215) always had people in front of it, sometimes standing there staring directly into our villa. The beach attendant stacks the extra chaise lounges there and garden villa people use them and park themselves there all day. I’ve never seen that before. Usually that area of the beach is reserved for people staying at the beach front villa, but the hotel was full of impudent Germans… Not a very relaxing, secluded atmosphere. More of a busy all-inclusive vibe, which is not our thing and not what we travelled to another continent for. I asked to be moved MANY times, but they just don’t care… Standard reply of “we don’t have anything else available” over days… Which I know simply isn’t true. They just don’t care about making guests comfortable. The level of service for 5 star hotel isn’t there. They are busy enough not to care and they provide a 2 star service and get away with it… In addition, the room was dirty and cockroaches were crawling over our bodies while we were sleeping in the middle of the night. Good luck with a restful sleep! The housekeeping attendant was very annoying, kept ringing our bell asking if he could bring anything instead of just doing his job and cleaning the room thoroughly. All in all, a very regrettable experience. Please, save your hypocritical stock responses, you had every opportunity to make things right and chose not to do so.

Jill Birchall

Stayed here for 10 days in February. It's a beautiful island filled with nature. We saw loads of land crabs, hermit crabs, small green geckos and fruit bats. The beaches are nice with soft white sand, however the tide is often quite far in, and the large boulders are only at one end of the beach near the Spa. There is a giant tortoise sanctuary inside the resort, and we had fun feeding them one morning. The service was excellent, the cleaner always made sure we had everything we needed in our room, and we were served quickly in all the restaurants. We stayed in a beachfront villa and it was quite spacious despite being one of the more basic room types. There wasn't a direct view of the beach though as there is a tree in the way, and most rooms seemed like this. We could hear the waves from our room which was nice. The food in the Asian and Italian restaurants was amazing, I particularly liked the Beef Rendang and Lamb Rack. The Creole restaurant, Grann Kaz, has a lovely atmosphere and an interesting exhibition, however we felt the food here was quite bland and lacked spice. The buffet was a mixed bag - the street food night was great with loads of options and cooking stations, however the other nights lacked variety and only had a handful of hot dishes and one cooking station. It was quite tricky to get a reservation at some of the restaurants as the reservations open up at the weekend, and if you arrive during the week, they are all booked up. However they did manage to find us a table at a restaurant when the buffet did not cater to our dietary requirements (fisherman's buffet as we don't eat seafood) and to celebrate a birthday (they provided a cake as well which was nice). Lunch had an extensive a la carte menu which included pizzas and burgers. Breakfast was OK, I liked the fresh coconut water and eggs made to order, but some hot items like hash browns were not available every day. We did some scuba diving at the dive centre. Everyone at the dive centre was really friendly and the dive boat was spacious and comfortable. There wasn't a huge amount of stuff to see, but we saw quite a few batfish and also a lemon shark briefly. We also did the unguided short hike. The viewpoint at the end was amazing, but there is alot of steep, uneven stairs to get there! The only real downsides were that it did rain alot during our stay in February, and there are alot of mosquitos about, which don't seem to be deterred by DEET or natural repellents.

Angie Thomas

Amazing experience overall. We spent a wonderful honeymoon here, even with a room over booking initially, staff went out of their way to make up for this. Everyone was friendly and without exception we were greeted warmly. It's not cheap, there are some eye watering costs, even when this is expected so make sure to allow for this, with tax and service charges also added to everything so be warned. The hotel is exceptionally well maintained and works well with ICS on sustainability and to minimise the environmental impact on the island. The beach is stunning and the sea so blue, we didn't feel the need to go anywhere else.

Katie Pirone

Such a beautiful resort for our honeymoon!! The water was the bluest we had ever seen. It was so fun to bike around the island and explore the property. We enjoyed having different options for food each night, even though the wonderful buffet was included in our reservation. Highly recommend!

Caroline Zöller

There are ordinary luxury resorts, and then there is the Hilton Northolme Resort! We are often guests at Hilton hotels, but this one exceeded all our expectations. Hotel room was simply amazing, the atmosphere in the resort is unique and the staff was super friendly and helpful. We had the best experience ever and will come back very soon. Thank you so much for this extraordinary stay!!

Mark Johnston

This has been a dream holiday. The hotel is wonderful we were so well looked after by all the staff everyone was so polite and friendly especially Dinish and Thomas who looked after our room. The rooms are beautiful. We had a room with a private pool and stunning views. The location is so picturesque that it is hard to leave.

Samuel Lange

We had an absolutely amazing stay at Hilton Northolme. The villas have a unique style and a breathtaking view over the Indian Ocean. The hotel is very well managed. What made our experience special was the always friendly and extremely helpful stuff. We would like to give special thanks to Nelly, Suman, Ahmad and Patrick who were doing everything to make our stay more enjoyable. Thank you for this wonderful experience.

Raj R

Stunning location. The layout was private and full of tropical trees and plants. We had a premium ocean view villa. The Villa was spacious and very clean. Fantastic terrace overlooking the sea and private beach. Great bedroom and bathroom facilities. The staff were amazing and were more than happy to help with any concerns or needs we had. Food was very good. I’m vegetarian and the chef would tell me the vegetarian dishes he could make for dinner. This was very thoughtful and gave me a lot of choice. The hotel arranged our transfers and hired us a car for the day; this really helped and reduced the stress in organising - this is a choice and an additional cost to guest. We had a fantastic and memorable stay at Hilton. The staff and their radiant smiles make it the ‘Northolme experience’. Professional and courteous service throughout. Thank you to all at Hilton! J & R

Gabriela Libera Albus

There is nothing fundamentally wrong with this hotel but you don't get what you pay for. At around 500 USD per night we expected a flawless experience. When compared to other 5-star hotels in the Seychelles, we felt that it was few things that went wrong. Often the staff seemed absent-minded or rushed and we felt they didn't particularly like their jobs. While our room was spacious and comfy, the hotel itself shows its age and lacks maintenance. What stood out for us was our room's balcony, which had a beautiful ocean view. Also, there were some generous perks included for HHonors members, like a romantic bath and various free drinks, which we enjoyed. However, the food at breakfast and in the dinner outlets wasn't particularly fresh. In our opinion the hotel needs three things to improve, a general refurbishment, better training for the staff to be organized by the management and improved food quality.

Christian Wåhlstrand

Constance Lemuria is one of the best hotels I have had the pleasure to visit! Professional staff, beautiful resort where they have preserved the nature around the hotel. The rooms are big and with a beautiful view of the ocean. The golf course was fun and challenging. The beautiful beach Anse Georgette is just a 25 min walk and is located inside the resort.

Anna R

very friendly and lovely service. loved the suites and also the villa. the nature and beaches surrounding and “in” the resort really are breathtaking. the breakfast is good and offers a variety of different food :) i can also recommend the restaurants. thanks to robert, we saw rescue baby turtles go to the ocean - that really was a special and unique experience! loved our time there and hope to be back soon :)

Shamma

The hotel is a beauty! From the moment you enter, you receive the best 5-stars treatment and service. Every request was fully met by the hotel in no time. Great beaches. Delicious breakfast. The hotel has all the services you can think of and need. 24/7 buggy service. My flight back home was at 9 PM and the hotel team was kind very kind to offer me late check out till 8 PM! Special thanks to Mrs Fauziah for being extremely helpful and attentive to all our needs. For sure visiting again!

Roma Experience

This is definitely a great hotel to stay in: right from the entrance the lush nature makes you understand the level of the resort. Having stayed in August the ocean currents were very strong, with serious difficulties in bathing, combined with the terrible sand flies (I don't know if there is a possible solution to the problem, but by sprinkling in oil the situation improves). The staff in the restaurants is very friendly (a special mention to Arvind). Among the restaurants Legend is the best. The prices of drinks and food are very high in my opinion, but I appreciated the variety and excellent quality, the amazing and plentiful breakfast (with an excellent cappuccino), and the cute turtles at the entrance of the resort. The room was nice, large and clean and the additional services, such as the golf and kids club, were excellently maintained, although the staff was quite lazy in entertaining the children. The buggy to reach the rooms is always available, even to reach the beach. Olimpia responded to all our needs at any time. Even the resort manager always asked us how our stay was, showing a sincere interest that everything was according to our expectations. I hope to return in a more suitable month for the Seychelles. Following this stay I decided to book the Constance again for January in the Maldives, due to their high standard. My 5 year old daughter fell in love with this place and I would like to return here very much!

Gabriela Libera Albus

My husband and I stayed at the Constance Lemuria for 4 nights. The hotel managed to exceed all our expectations. We are a couple who travels a lot and who have stayed at many luxury hotels around the world but this one stood out. All the staff were extremely kind, polite, and always with a smile on their face. It seemed like they could read our minds. They offered towels and cold water, before we could asked for it. The rooms and the property itself are in pristine condition and it offers many leisure activities, from relaxing at the beautiful pool, to hiking or seeing the giant turtles inside the property. A note to golfers, the greenfee is included in the room rate but carts need to be rented. I would like to leave a special thank you to all employees at Lemuria who made our stay very special. To the manager and the entire administration, congratulations on your work to keep this hotel at a level of excellence! We will definitely continue staying in Constance hotels and if we ever return to Seychelles we will stay at the Lemuria again.

HALCA Reich

We had a really great holiday with Raffles. Our room is clean and no weird smell at all. Beach is nice with great quality of sand. We have seen quite some fishes close by. Food: many different choices for breakfast and dinner but the salad area is quite narrow. Spa: all the services are pricy but the products they use and their skill and all the facilities are worth it. Location: we did hiking and snorkeling and we enjoyed it. The only thing that bothered us is the buggy service. They either never came or came very late after you requested it. They are normally not all very friendly.

Χριστίνα Κορναράκη

One of the best experiences in my life! The hotel is amazing, like a small village on the hill side in front of the beach, their villas, with the private pools, staring both the ocean and the forest was so relaxing... we enjoyed even the rainy days, by visiting their amazing spa, and having yoga with the actual sound of the rain in the forest... such chilling vibes. The breakfast buffet was extraordinary, you could not try all the options available even if you were staying 10 days... everything was delicious! also there are plenty restaurants to choose from for dinner and lunch... the panasian restaurant was so romantic! and in the sushi restaurant we had one of the best sushi ever!

Daniel Jedynak

I had the pleasure of staying at this hotel twice, and both experiences were exceptional. The staff is consistently helpful and friendly, contributing to a warm and welcoming atmosphere. The villa offers breathtaking views, making every moment spent there truly memorable. The panoramic scenery adds a delightful touch to the overall experience. The private pool is a fantastic feature, providing a perfect retreat for relaxation. Families with children will find the Kids Club to be a hub of activity, with plenty of engaging events and activities for the younger guests. Parents can enjoy peace of mind knowing that their children are well taken care of. The Asian restaurant and sushi room within the hotel are culinary delights. Highly recommended!

Marco M

Wonderful resort with a super team! A dreaming place to spend a magical vacation. Great service at the restaurants, all staff. Special thanks to Léon for his passionate assistance and very useful information. Mohamed at the Curieuse restaurant; on our first night he did all the best to let us experience an excellent dinner.

Pina Capecci

We were warmly welcomed by Mariam and Francesca and were given a great guided tour. The extremely friendly buggy driver Nelson was also able to show us great impressions of the hotel complex during our stay. All the staff were very accommodating and super friendly. we felt completely at ease. the room is a dream. You simply don't miss anything. we will certainly come back again.

Paul

The views are amazing, and the level of service cannot be faulted. There really is nothing that is too much trouble for staff and they are incredibly attentive. The villas are nice, but there’s an element of luck in which you get. They may look identical on an architectural plan, but some are definitely better than others in respects such as privacy, shade from the sun etc. Food in the restaurants is nice, but I would y class it as amazing, and like many resorts it’s somewhat overpriced. At some points, the service can tip from being attentive to being slightly suffocating. Try and walk around, and multiple times staff in golf buggy’s will try and drive you instead. And there’s clearly a script for staff who seemed to suppress individual personalities and responses for a corporate script of responses to questions (“It’s another wonderful day in paradise”). However, for a luxury week, it’s pretty hard to to beat and a good base for exploring the surrounding area

Kenz B

I have no words to describe how I feel about this place. The staff are amazing here, so kind and helpful to all their guests. The food was delicious. From breakfast to all the restaurants and bars. The location is hands down the best in all of Seychelles. We went fish and release, kayaking, snorkelling, body boarding and hiking…which was in their daily routine for all the guests and we made the most of it. For the price you pay for this place I think it’s all worth it. If I ever get a chance to stay here again, I will not think twice. Thank you to everyone here for making our stay a very memorable one.

Serge Lucio

Gorgeous views. Amazing beach. Service is pretty consistent with Four Seasons although we are in a tropical highland. So, expect island time service at times. As some of other reviews have noted, the resort has been around. The villas show their age but in a charming/luxurious kind of way. Breakfast is amazing. Limited restaurant options if you stay for a long time.

La Méditation Pour Tous

Disgraceful customer service and nowhere near the level expected for a 5-star hotel such as the Four Seasons. My husband and I received a gift card as a wedding present from a dear friend to spend at the Four Seasons Seychelles on our honeymoon. We wanted to use it towards dinner at one of their restaurants but when we called to book a table, we were told reservations are not possible as the resort has too many guests. We then asked if we can use our gift card in the future as we were staying for 10-days which is when the receptionist said that she would look into it and call us back which never happened. We will be using our voucher in Four Seasons London where they know what true customer service is.

Caterina

Hey! Was extremely satisfied by our stay. Wanted to give our special thank you to Sherile who handles the bar. She makes very good cappuccinos on coconut milk. The most polite and dedicated person I’ve met! We will be coming back, definitely. Caterina

Анастасия Шевелева

Our time at the hotel was amazing! They greeted us with delicious treats and put us up in the most stunning villa on the whole resort. But what truly set our stay apart was the exceptional service provided by Ningsih – she took such good care of us! Seriously, she went above and beyond to make sure we had everything we needed. Huge thanks to her and to the team for making our stay so awesome. Can't wait to come back

Davide Palumbo

a magical place where to unplug from everything. Designed to put you at ease and make you feel comfortable, welcomed, at home. I wish i had discovered this gem sooner. Far better than the most renowned (and crowded) places I have been to. The perfect hideaway from our busy lives. Food is really good, to add to the beauty and serenity of this place. I am amazed, pleasantly surprised, living in the moment.

Saeedeh Jaberian

We really enjoyed the hospitality of hotel. There was nothing that we asked for or wished for that we didn’t get in a very short notice. Our kid got lots of luxury services and our host, Mary pampered us in a very pleasant way. We had a celebration that we noticed last minute and there was a table ready for us with bbq, cake and lots of great food in our own porch. It was all peace and joy and we couldn’t wish for anything more.

Ali Taher

Our stay at ANANTARA Maia was nothing short of exceptional. The villas were outstanding, the service was excellent, and our personal butler, Hena, went above and beyond to ensure we had a memorable experience as a family which we much appreciated. The hotel's assistance during an unforeseen crisis that unexpectedly delayed our arrival was also greatly appreciated (thank you Rajith!). We can't wait to return for another unforgettable stay!

Viktória Rita Gombás

The cozy pool villa on the coast of the Indian Ocean provides a truly fabulous villa. We spent a wonderful two weeks here, the Anantara butler Adeel really fulfilled any wish at any time. Anantara is a place from which we returned home to the world of everyday life physically and mentally recharged.