Hotels in Seychelles

Hotels in Seychelles: your guide to where to stay

How much does a hotel in Seychelles cost?

The price depends on the island, the standard and the dates. The table shows indicative nightly rates for a double room. It is a higher-priced destination, and the resorts on Praslin and La Digue are among the dearest. It is cheapest off-peak, and most pleasant in the in-between months.

Indicative rates, updated periodically. For exact prices and availability, select your dates in the search above.

Where to stay in Seychelles: most popular islands

Tourism centres on three main islands: Mahé, Praslin and La Digue. These are the destinations chosen most often:

• Victoria (Mahé). The capital and arrival point on the largest island, with a botanical garden, Beau Vallon beach and the widest choice of hotels.
• Praslin (Grand'Anse). The second-largest island, with Anse Lazio beach and the Vallée de Mai reserve, where the coco de mer palm grows.
• La Digue. A quiet island you get around by bicycle, famous for Anse Source d'Argent beach.
• Beau Vallon (Mahé). The island's most popular beach, a diving base with restaurants.
• Cerf Island. A small islet in the marine park near Mahé, with intimate resorts.

Nightly rates vary between islands. Here are indicative prices per night for a double room:

What to see in Seychelles

This is a beach-and-nature destination, where the islands are easy to combine in one trip.

• Beau Vallon. The most famous beach on Mahé, great for a swim, snorkelling and diving.
• Anse Lazio. One of the most beautiful beaches in the world, on Praslin, with turquoise water and white sand.
• Bird Island. An island of birds and giant land tortoises, a paradise for nature lovers.
• Coco de mer at Vallée de Mai. The only place in the world where this palm grows in the wild, on Praslin, on the UNESCO list.
• Morne Seychellois National Park. Trails through mangrove forests and a climb to the country's highest peak.

How much does a trip to Seychelles cost

The currency is the Seychellois rupee (SCR). Prices are high because most goods are imported. A cheap meal is about 250 SCR (around 18 USD), a mid-range restaurant dish about 500 SCR. A local bus ticket is about 7 SCR. Cards are accepted at larger hotels, but with small vendors it is better to have cash.

When is the best time to visit Seychelles

The climate is equatorial and warm all year. The most pleasant months are April, May, October and November, between the hot, humid period and the cooler winds. These are also good for diving, when the water is calm and clear.

Getting to and around Seychelles

You can only reach Seychelles by plane, at the international airport near Victoria on Mahé, with connections from Africa, the Middle East, Europe and Asia. Air Seychelles flies between the islands, several times a day to Praslin. There are also ferries (such as Cat Cocos) and Zil Air helicopter flights. Mahé and Praslin have buses and car rental (driving is on the left), and you get around La Digue by bicycle. Note that accommodation must be booked before arrival, as proof is checked at the border.

Example hotels in Seychelles

A few recognisable properties from different islands for reference:

• Savoy Resort and Spa and Hilton Seychelles Northolme on Mahé (seafront, from approx. SCR 4,500).
• Constance Lemuria and Coco de Mer Hotel on Praslin (luxury, from approx. SCR 4,200).
• Le Domaine de L'Orangeraie on La Digue (from approx. SCR 3,800).