Spa hotels in Mahe Island

In my humble opinion, Probably one of the best luxury resorts in the world. Since I have been to the Seychelles many times, I have heard about this resort much earlier. Recently, property was purchased by the Anantara resorts company, what additionally encouraged us to stay in this luxurious property for several days. The location of the hotel is one of the best in Seychelles - our villa No. 21 had an amazing view of the beach and the whole bay. The whole concept of this resort is based on providing guests with the best possible experience of their stay - the service is at the highest level. Our quest relations manager - Mathew - was amazing - that's how we had named the crab toy - the mascot we got for our kids as a present from Mathew!! We mention him with a big, broad smile on our face. Our host - butler of the Villa named Hana - was wonderful and very helpful person who fulfilled all our wishes and dreams. A very strong point of the resort is the main restaurant and its extremely talented chef - I have not yet met a person who can prepare dishes of various completely traditional world cuisines - Asian / Italian / Mediterranean / Indian. It is a place to which we will certainly come back in the near future.

I had a wonderful experience at this hotel. The natural surroundings are magnificent, with several private hiking trails and secluded beaches. The spa is excellent. This is a peaceful hotel, perfect for a family vacation or a quiet getaway. The grounds are meticulously maintained, the beach is treated for mosquitoes, and the ocean is pristine. It's worth noting that the hotel isn't close to the port, so if you plan excursions to other islands, you'll need to wake up early, around 6 AM. One minor point is that the hotel has been around since 2009, and the rooms are quite outdated. However, they are generally clean, and with such incredible nature and birdsong all around, the decor really takes a backseat. There's only one beach suitable for swimming, located on the north side of the peninsula. If walking to the beach is important to you rather than using the constantly available buggies, then it's best to book accommodation there. There are 5 diverse restaurants on site. I did feel there was a slight lack of fresh fruits and vegetables at the hotel, I would have liked more variety. But overall, the restaurants are of a good standard, and I particularly enjoyed the Asian and Italian ones. The hotel's own app provides a convenient system for booking everything. The staff are incredibly friendly and go out of their way to make your stay wonderful! This was my first time in Seychelles and I loved it.

The Four Seasons Resort is as good as ever and I am very satisfied. Rustom at the front desk is kind, enthusiastic and understanding, and Angela, Sharon and Tracy at the lakeside restaurant are affable and smart. When I went to have lunch, the restaurant was empty. Angela and Sharon told me seriously that they were sorry, but the restaurant was closed and would reopen next year. I was a little confused. It didn’t look like it. The front desk told me that there was lunch, and the Buggy driver When they took me to the restaurant, they didn't say it was closed. The two beauties continued to fool me and said, ”They don't know very well.” When I was doubtful, they finally laughed and said, ”we're just kidding you,” and then took a seat and ordered. The meal was very delicious. It should be the most satisfying dish I have eaten in the Seychelles. It was a very interesting and great experience. When I checked out, I saw that the lunch was not charged, so I specifically reminded Rustom, and he told me it was free. It was a very interesting experience. The design of the villa is beyond words, it reflects the standard of Four Seasons. Although it is not cheap, it is worth the money.

Highlights include excellent dining options, with contemporary Creole cuisine of the highest standard. The villas and suites, all with sea views, are furnished with sophisticated taste and fine materials, offering large spaces and private terraces. The service could be improved, the staff could be more attentive but never fails to be professional. The spa and infinity pools offer moments of pure relaxation overlooking the ocean. Privacy and tranquility are guaranteed, making it perfect for couples and discerning travellers looking for an exclusive experience. The attention to detail and the intimate atmosphere make it one of the most prestigious establishments in the Seychelles.

In general, there is a favourable impression of the trip. From the main advantages I would point out: 1. 24-hour lobby with friendly staff. Friendly and responsive, easy to solve our questions. 2. Excellent rooms. They are just very comfortable, quite modern, neat. Cleaning is thorough, except control of cleanliness/replacement towels in the evening. Due to trees and bushes, a high degree of privacy if not the first line. If the first, from the sea is partially viewed. 3. Good enough food. Products are very good and fresh, kitchen is very hard. Not always gets good, as many dishes from European kitchen, and there is not much experience, however the manager and all staff are trying. 4. Price. Price ratio quality is one of the best on the island. It costs each dollar. 5. Good beach. There are also medium waves and style. Water is clean and transparent. Swimming small skates, not dangerous. Swimming dolphins and turtles. 6. There are almost no strangers, only holiday hotels. So very quiet and comfortable. There is almost no one on the beach even in the season. Now about the weaknesses. 1. Very small territory. That is, it is two narrow alleys that go along the rooms and the area near the bar / pool. That is, there are no playgrounds for children and sports. With two children it was critical. 2. Without a car there is no place to go for a walk. There is nothing interesting next door. 3. Slow waitresses at the bar. Some are just a nightmare. Example: ordered a fruit plate for children. The kitchen made, brought, put on the bar. There are 2 waitresses next to it. It stands a plate. 10 minutes she stood next to them, they talked. I spotted the hours, exactly 10 minutes! And so very often. Bar, restaurant, work fast. But the waitresses are declining these efforts. Output. For unspeeded lonely romantic rest in two, the place is excellent. For a family with children or group of young people more 2-3 days boring.

Disappointing Stay Despite a Promising Start – L’Escale Resort Marina & Spa, Seychelles. We stayed at L’Escale Resort over Easter, hoping to create special family memories. Upon arrival, the experience began on a positive note—check-in was smooth, and the reception staff were friendly and helpful. The resort itself has an elegant, modern design and initially gave off the impression of a true luxury getaway. We paid USD 8382 (plus 600 for extra bed) for 6 nights. However, things quickly took a turn once we entered our room. The lighting control panel was partially broken—only one of the three panels worked. Several lights didn’t function at all, and a power socket panel was damaged. While the rest of the room looked clean and comfortable, these maintenance issues were disappointing for a resort of this caliber. The following morning, we encountered more problems. Our key card suddenly stopped working after breakfast. We were told this might be because it had been near a phone, which seems like a weak excuse for what is likely a system issue. Unfortunately, this was only the beginning of our frustrations with hotel service and infrastructure Disappointing Stay Despite a Promising Start – L’Escale Resort Marina & Spa, Seychelles We stayed at L’Escale Resort over Easter, hoping to create special family memories. Upon arrival, the experience began on a positive note—check-in was smooth, and the reception staff were friendly and helpful. The resort itself has an elegant, modern design and initially gave off the impression of a true luxury getaway. However, things quickly took a turn once we entered our room. The lighting control panel was partially broken—only one of the three panels worked. Several lights didn’t function at all, and a power socket panel was damaged. While the rest of the room looked clean and comfortable, these maintenance issues were disappointing for a resort of this caliber. The following morning, we encountered more problems. Our key card suddenly stopped working after breakfast. We were told this might be because it had been near a phone, which seems like a weak excuse for what is likely a system issue. Unfortunately, this was only the beginning of our frustrations with hotel service and infrastructure. Calling the reception from our room rarely worked—no one answered, and even leaving a message led to nothing. I had to physically walk to the front desk just to place a room service order. After being assured the food was “coming in a few seconds,” we ended up waiting 90 minutes for just four Caesar salads and one spaghetti Bolognese. For a 5-star resort, this level of delay is simply unacceptable. Overall, while L’Escale Resort looks beautiful and has the potential to be an excellent luxury destination, it’s let down by poor maintenance, weak systems, and extremely slow service. Sadly, what started as a promising family holiday turned into a frustrating experience. Calling the reception from our room rarely worked—no one answered, and even leaving a message led to nothing. I had to physically walk to the front desk just to place a room service order. After being assured the food was “coming in a few seconds,” we ended up waiting 90 minutes for just four Caesar salads and one spaghetti Bolognese. For a 5-star resort, this level of delay is simply unacceptable. Overall, while L’Escale Resort looks beautiful and has the potential to be an excellent luxury destination, it’s let down by poor maintenance, weak systems, and extremely slow service. Sadly, what started as a promising family holiday turned into a frustrating experience.

I spent a short stay at this 5-star hotel with my mom. Overall, the hotel itself is very nice. The room was comfortable, well designed, and had all the required amenities. The location is also excellent, which made the stay pleasant, and globally we did enjoy our time there. However, the biggest negative point of this hotel is clearly the service. Some staff members were very good and genuinely made an effort to make us feel welcome. For example, the gentleman who took our luggage up to the room was professional, polite, and did his job perfectly. Unfortunately, not all of the staff are trained at the same level, and this is where the experience really falls short of 5-star standards. We did not receive our welcome drink at arrival. I asked twice for it to be sent up to our room, and both times it was simply forgotten. We also were not given any information regarding the Wi-Fi password, which is a very basic detail in any hotel, especially a 5-star one. These may seem like small things, but in luxury hospitality, details matter a lot. What was most disappointing is not only that these issues happened, but how they were handled. At the end of our stay, we informed the staff about the missing welcome drink and the overall lack of follow-up. There was no real apology, no sense of concern, and no effort to make things right. It felt like it was “okay whatever” for them, which is not acceptable at this level. As clients who are used to staying in 5-star hotels, this was honestly one of the worst service experiences we have had in that category. When staff are not properly trained and do not attend to basic client needs, it directly affects the overall quality and image of the hotel, no matter how beautiful the property is. This hotel has strong potential, but service consistency and staff training clearly need major improvement to truly meet 5-star expectations.

The environment is amazing, you can go swimming in the beach when you go down. You can still see the little devil fish. Very nice