Seychelles, Praslin
Raffles Seychelles is an expression of bold glamour and sophistication. The all-villa, all luxury resort holds the heady title of having the largest swimming pool in the Indian Ocean, so guests should expect things at Raffles Seychelles to be the biggest and best of everything. This not only applies to the massive 45-metre pool, but includes the vast array of activities, the impressive dining options, the 40-acres of grounds and the superlative service.
The glorious five-star resort is found on the north-eastern coast of Praslin, overlooking the Anse Takamaka beach. The setting is Seychelles at its finest - a stunning spectrum of ocean colours - think pale sands that invite total relaxation backed onto by lush, emerald forest. The sensational view of Curieuse Island crowns this idyll. Don’t worry if this sounds too good to be true, it’s not. It’s just daily life at Raffles Seychelles.
The resort brings urban cosmopolitanism to the archipelago. Raffles Seychelles is a big place - 86 villas in total - but everything is executed with the precision that is expected by the Raffles group. This includes a 24-hour butler service for bigger villas, a 12-pavilion spa and seven different restaurants. The villas are all built into the hillside and therefore offer stunning views from sea to sky. A super-efficient buggy service will whisk you from spa to beach to villa to pool at no extra cost.
Raffles Seychelles is proud to be an environmentally friendly resort. There is no water desalination or disposable plastic used.
Six exceptional venues offer a plethora of drinking and dining options. All with a side of spellbinding Seychelles view.
Led by Chef de Cuisine Sunil Dutt, Curieuse is the Seychelles’ only Asian restaurant with specialties from India, China, Japan, and southeast Asia. Infused with oriental spice and aromatic ingredients, the menu varies from Thai salads and sushi to Indian curries and traditional Chinese stir-fries. On some evenings, the restaurant hosts special themed buffets.
Start the day with breakfast classics and live cooking stations for freshly made delights. In the evening, Losean becomes an elegant dining setting, with candlelit tables both inside and out in the gardens where you can dine al fresco beneath the stars.
Losean is the resorts main restaurant serving buffet breakfast and an Indian-Ocean inspired menu paired with sweeping views of Curieuse Island.
Danzil serves perfectly prepared drinks against a backdrop of beautiful tranquil views towards the ocean. Offering a selection of cigars, premium wines, cognacs and skilfully-made tropical cocktails.
The Sushi Room at Curieuse celebrates the island’s world-class catch with an exciting menu of sushi & sashimi.
Offering a casual lunch setting, perfect for light lunches and fruity cocktails, the Pool Restaurant and Bar becomes the most popular spot at the resort. Enjoy a laid-back lunch beside the refreshing infinity pool choosing from a menu celebrating international culinary traditions, healthy salads, sandwiches, and seafood. Be sure to try the Praslin Sling cocktail, a resort special crafted with coconut milk, vanilla, kaffir lime and Raffles’ own Sipsmith gin.
Enjoy the ultimate private dining experience in a tropical setting of your choice. Choose to take a romantic dinner on the beach under the stars or perhaps a picnic at the beach.
Raffles Seychelles’ enormous dual-level 45-metre pool is perhaps the resort’s showpiece, but beach lovers will not want to miss the golden sands of Anse Takamaka beach, right in front of the hotel's pool. Here you can enjoy the exciting snorkelling, swimming, and other non-motorised water sports.
As with all things at Raffles Seychelles, the Spa is done in grandiose style. Apart from the 13 pavilions, the resort also has a sauna, steam room, soaking pool, yoga pavilion and a beauty centre. Service is impeccable.
The first Raffles branded spa is among the largest in the region providing a revitalising oasis in the Indian Ocean.
The luxurious spa features 12 treatment pavilions, showcasing the spectacular view of the blue ocean, tropical gardens, and dramatic granite boulders.
Knowledgeable therapists are ready and waiting to guide you on a journey of relaxation. Using a mix of traditional and local methods, a signature spa treatment uses the crushed black pearl powder, harvested from the seas around Praslin to leave you feeling refreshed and rejuvenated.
There are a lot of activities on offer at Raffles Seychelles. Hop into the ocean with diving, snorkelling, paddle boarding, and fishing. A boat trip around the islands will bring you face-to-face with some of the most incredible local fauna and flora. Nearby at Vallée de Mai, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, you can see the famous Coco de Mer, the world’s heaviest nut. You may even spot a black parrot, the rarest bird in the world, native to Seychelles. Curieuse Island is home to giant tortoises, an absolute must-see. On land, gear up for the fantastic hiking, biking, botanical walks, and golfing available through Raffles Seychelles.
Raffles Seychelles is all about the whole family enjoying their fantastic tropical holiday. For younger guests, the Sugar Palm Club invites toddlers, children, and teenagers to dive into the exciting activities run by the recreation team. From video games to traditional Seychellois games, there is something for everyone to enjoy.
Praslin is perhaps the Seychelles’ most seductive island. It is tremendous in every way; an unblemished island nirvana that begs discovery. And at just 11 kilometres long and 4 kilometres wide, discovery is easy in Praslin. The island’s small size (but the second biggest after Mahé) means that many of the island’s attractions are just as nature intended. On the contrary, entertainment comes very much in the flora and fauna of the land and surrounding sea. In fact, so lovely is the island that Anse Lazio - less than 4km from Raffles Seychelles - is a repeated winner for world’s best, making the island a pull for travellers who want to go the extra mile. It’s a sleepy island, but it’s also the Seychelles of your imagination.
The island’s true heart beats within the tangle of lush rainforest that is inland. This is where you’ll find the famous Coco de Mer, aka the world’s heaviest nut. The fruit was once believed to have held healing powers, and that in order for it to grow, the male and female plants had to embrace on a stormy night. This romantic folklore has elevated the nut to reverential status and thus to see on is considered very lucky.
Max. 2 adults + 2 children
Ideal for those searching for privacy and tranquillity, the Hillside Pool Villas are situated in the midst of the island’s lush tropical vegetation. These villas feature contemporary interiors, a spacious private outdoor pavilion, complete with a day bed and a private plunge pool, as well as an outdoor rain shower and bathtub.
125m²
Max. 3 adults OR 2 adults + 2 children
Located in the most picturesque setting, the Ocean View Pool Villas boast stunning views out to the ocean. Designed in a contemporary style, the bedroom is flooded with natural daylight, whilst the bathtub is strategically placed to enjoy wonderful views. To maximise the opportunity to take in the magnificent surrounding scenery, there is an outdoor pavilion and a spacious terrace with a private plunge pool.
125m²
Max. 3 adults OR 2 adults + 2 children
Living up to their name, these Panoramic Pool Villas are situated atop of the resort with unobstructed views of the Indian Ocean. Designed with light and space in mind, these villas feature the choice of a King, or 2 Queen Down-feather, sized beds, an indoor and outdoor rain shower, and a deep soak bathtub offering stunning ocean views.
135m²
Max. 3 adults OR 2 adults + 2 children
The One Bedroom Garden View Villas are an excellent choice for small families featuring a spacious separate living room and bedroom and a spacious outdoor pavilion designed to take full advantage of the tropical paradise ambience. Guests staying in these villas benefit from a complimentary Raffles Butler Service.
200m²
Max. 3 adults OR 2 adults + 2 children
Ideal for the romantic travellers, these villas are nestled in the perfect paradise setting with mesmerising views of the Indian Ocean. Each villa features a spacious parlour/living space, a separate bedroom, a bathroom with a deep soak tub positioned to offer stunning views of the ocean, and a private outdoor rain shower. Guests staying in these villas benefit from a complimentary Raffles Butler Service.
200m²
Max. 3 adults OR 2 adults + 2 children
Relax and admire the uninterrupted 180 degree views of the Indian Ocean and surrounding greenery from these exclusive One Bedroom Panoramic Pool Villas, located atop of the resort. Each villa features a spacious parlour/living space, a separate bedroom and a dedicated kitchen area. Guests staying in these villas benefit from a complimentary Raffles Butler Service.
200m²
Max. 4 adults + 2 children
Ideal for families, or friends travelling together, the Two Bedroom Ocean View Villa offers a quiet sanctuary with magnificent ocean views.
The villa features two separate bedrooms, both with en-suite bathrooms, and a spacious parlour/living space, a generous outdoor pavilion highlighted by an open air balcony, a dining area with barbeque grill set up, and a private plunge pool.
Guests staying in these villas benefit from a complimentary Raffles Butler Service.
275m²
Max. 4 adults + 2 children
These enormous villas are the epitome of luxury, offering a clean contemporary style throughout and featuring an elegant parlour/living space, two separate bedrooms, both with en-suite bathrooms, indoor and outdoor rain showers, and deep soak tubs.
Guests staying in these villas benefit from a complimentary Raffles Butler Service.
275m²
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