The word ‘paradise’ is thrown around a lot when it comes to the islands of the Indian Ocean, but this archipelago a thousand miles east of Kenya is just that. Across the 115 islands, you’ll find some of the world’s most beautiful beaches (the white sand of Beau-Vallon on main island Mahé instantly springs to mind), making them a nature-lovers dream. Here, you’ll find dramatic rock formations, and exotic plants and animals, like Praslin's UNESCO Vallée de Mai where the rare coco de mer grows or Frégate island, where giant tortoises roam.
Seychelles is up there with the best of them, thanks to its avoidance of environment-ruining development and royalty-approved eco-aware hotels. Here, we’ve handpicked the best of them; whether they boast astonishing views, gourmet cuisine, nature-focused themes or eco credentials. Have a scroll through our pick of the best hotels in the Seychelles and plan a utopian getaway.
Updated in February 2024: We've always got an eye out for new venues and hidden gems, so in the spirit of spicing up your next vacation we added two new venues to this list, one offering epic sea views and a romantic novella vibe, while the other is as exclusive as can be, tucked in Ste. Anne Marine National Park, private beach access, and authentic Creole fare.
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Who makes the cut? While we might not stay in every hotel featured below, we've based our list on top reviews and amenities to find you the best stays. This article includes affiliate links. These links have no influence on our editorial content. For more information, see our affiliate guidelines.