DoubleTree by Hilton Seychelles - Allamanda Resort & Spa ★★★★

"A very disappointing experience. Checking in was a protracted and arduous ordeal, not great after a 16-hour flight from the UK. The hotel looked great from the approach, but, on closer inspection, it was as tired as our weary selves. Our room smelt strange throughout our reservation. It was not as clean as it first appeared. Aged blood dried on the wall adjacent to th the sink from a previous occupant, I guess? As soon as I noted the extremely cheap toilet roll, I knew we were in trouble for the next 14 days. Our first use of the shower exposed a blocked drain. AC was very noisy. Furniture and fittings throughout the hotel are desperate for an update. The food was very disappointing, particularly for the price. The chicken we ordered was tough. My partner returned hers, but it came back just as inedible! Breakfast was an odd selection of what looked like steamed wedges, pizza made with filo pastry, and glazed carrots. Each time we gave the restaurant another shot, we were very dissatisfied. The fruit juice was, thankfully, okay. I kept getting accosted by staff to pay an additional £273 to attend the "mandatory" Gala Christmas dinner. I had already explained in great length that we had no intention or desire to attend any such event. I was not told about this whilst booking, and I come on holiday to do what I want to do, not what somebody else has decided for me! My partner suffers from anxiety and would not be happy being made to socialise amongst strangers. When I was initially approached, I was told it was a formal, black tie occasion. Due to the lack of transparency, I had not packed a suit and/or tie. However, in a bid to get us to attend (Pay), the invite I received the day before had been changed to smart casual. Due to the pressure I was getting from staff, each time I passed reception, it became embarrassing and untenable. In the end, my partner and I decided that, on ballance, the best thing we could do was check out some four days early. My partner had contracted impetigo from unclean towels and/or bedding. Having observed the cleaner, clean our toilet and move on to bed-making without washing his hands... also, he'd quite happily wash our coffee cups in our bathroom sinks using nothing else but his dirty hands. It was an awfully bad and expensive experience. There is no refund policy, and an early flight home has put me way out of pocket. Thanks for nothing, DoubleTree. Never again."

Captain's Villa ★★★★

"A lovely villa. This is our second time staying here. Last year, we were two and stayed in the main building; this year, we stayed in the building next door. The two-story Swan room is spacious and has everything you need for a relaxing stay. You can purchase breakfast or cook your own meals. The villa's location is perfect, right across from the beach. There's a great outdoor shower to wash off the sand. Parking is convenient. The grounds are lush and green. You can hear the ocean."

Lagati Self-Catering Seychelles ★★★

"Great, new apartments. We liked it very much. Cleanness, hospitality host."

Paradise Chalets Yoga & Wellness ★★★★

"Best villas , there is everything you need, great view, cleaning every day. everything is very clean. the beach below is good, A special love is morning yoga. Starting your day with yoga at sunrise is an incredible experience. I will remember these moments all my life, magical."

Les Forbans Self Catering Boutique Apartment ★★★

Cheval Blanc Seychelles ★★★★★

"Pros: - The hotel facilities are very new, and the room design is excellent. - The butler service is also good. Cons: - The hotel's location is not ideal; the swamp it sits on is not very attractive during the dry season, and the beach has consistently large waves, making it unsuitable for swimming. - There was a problem upon check-in; there were no staff members at the hotel lobby, so no one could assist with luggage. - I emailed before check-in asking if they could provide some toiletries, and the hotel claimed they could, but upon arrival, they couldn't provide any. - The breakfast menu is decent, but not as varied as the breakfast at Cheval Blanc Randheli in the Maldives. Summary: - Is this the best hotel on Mahé Island? Yes. - Is this hotel worth the 10+ hour flight (like Cheval Blanc Randheli in the Maldives)? No."

Moulin Kann Villas ★★★★

"Super lovely and comfy"

Takamaka Green Village ★★★

"A very nice place to stay if you rent a car. Nice surroundings and beaches. Very friendly staff and good service at all time. We recommend this hotel at the best: Clean, happy and beautiful. Easy access and a good chef, Abdul. The manager was also nice, even if he is Italian :)"

Surfers Beach Self Catering Chalets ★★★★

"A huge THANK YOU to Richard and his family. Thank you for your hospitality and helpfulness! Thanks to you, we had the best time of our lives in the Seychelles at The Surfers 100/100! The location is fantastic with the private beach. A little paradise for those who value quality and tranquility. With a rental car, you can easily reach everything you need. The restaurant on the beach is fantastic. The food is delicious – not to mention the incredible atmosphere 24/7! Sunrise and sunset right on your doorstep. We can hardly believe our luck that we stumbled upon this gem by chance! We will definitely be back – without a doubt! Looking forward to see you ASAP❤️"