Seychelles

The Seychelles is the epitome of barefoot luxury, a tropical paradise of powder-white beaches, turquoise waters, and lush granite peaks scattered across the Indian Ocean.

This archipelago of 115 islands offers an enchanting blend of natural beauty, exclusivity, and refined hospitality.

On Mahé, guests can discover Creole culture, explore vibrant markets in Victoria, and retreat to world-class resorts nestled between rainforest and sea.

The island of Praslin, home to the UNESCO-listed Vallée de Mai, invites exploration of ancient palm forests and encounters with the rare coco de mer, while La Digue enchants with its laid-back rhythm, cycling paths, and the iconic Anse Source d’Argent, one of the world’s most photographed beaches.

Beyond the main islands, private escapes such as North Island and Fregate Island offer unmatched seclusion and sustainability-focused luxury. Whether diving amid coral reefs teeming with marine life, sailing through crystal-clear waters, or simply relaxing under swaying palms, the Seychelles promises a timeless blend of serenity, sophistication, and natural wonder.

F PT recommends

  • Cheval Blanc, Mahe

    Situated along the pristine white sands of Anse Intendance, Cheval Blanc is a breathtaking new resort of refined tropical luxury, on the previous Banyan Tree site on Mahé Island. Opened in late 2024, the resort occupies an extraordinary location once owned by music legend George Harrison, blending natural beauty with the artistry and elegance for which Cheval Blanc is renowned. Its 52 bespoke villas, including 24 beachfront and 28 hillside residences, each feature private infinity pools and interiors that harmoniously combine Creole craftsmanship with contemporary sophistication. Guests can enjoy exceptional dining across five distinct venues, from the signature restaurant Le 1947 to the vibrant beach club Sula, and indulge in immersive wellness experiences at Spa Cheval Blanc by Guerlain. Designed as a celebration of art, nature, and culture, Cheval Blanc Seychelles offers an intimate and unforgettable expression of island luxury.

  • North Island, Private Island

    An ultra-exclusive private island resort , North Island is the pinnacle of barefoot-luxury, where nature and elegance converge in perfect harmony. With just 11 spacious villa; ten beachfront and one perched above the beach, the retreat offers utter privacy, personalized service (including a dedicated villa host), and seamless indoor-outdoor living. Every detail, from the open-air design to the handpicked natural materials, reflects the resort’s commitment to ecological restoration and sustainable luxury. Dining is entirely bespoke featuring no menus, only conversations with your chef, and wellness takes place in serene settings at the spa or on secluded beaches. Accessed by a short helicopter flight from Mahé, North Island is more than a destination, it’s a rare sanctuary where each moment feels curated for pure immersion in paradise, favoured by royalty and celebrities alike.

  • Raffles, Praslin Island

    Raffles Seychelles is an exquisite all-villa retreat tucked into the verdant hillsides and sandy shores of Praslin Island, offering an intimate fusion of barefoot elegance and tropical sophistication. With 86 private pool villas cascading down lush terrain toward the Indian Ocean, each residence features generous indoor-outdoor living spaces, tranquil terraces, and views across the forested canopy or cerulean sea. Culinary experiences range from seaside al fresco dining at Losean to immersive Creole flavors in Curieuse and refined seconds at the rooftop Sushi Room, while the Danzil lounge invites sunset cocktails with panoramic vistas. The resort’s expansive Raffles Spa boasts multiple treatment pavilions set in tropical gardens, and wellness, nature and marine excursions are woven into daily life. Blending legend, seclusion and refined comfort, Raffles Seychelles provides a rare and radiant island escape.

  • Mango House, Mahe

    Mango House by LXR Hotels & Resorts is a chic and intimate oceanfront hideaway nestled along the southern shores of Mahé in its own private bay, Anse Aux Poules Bleues. Originally the family home of famed Italian photographer Gian Paolo Barbieri, this enchanting retreat comprised of just 41 rooms, suites, and villas preserves the warmth and personality of its storied past while offering modern elegance. Each accommodation features sunlit balconies or terraces with sweeping sea views, and many are housed in the Cliff House or Bay House clusters for added privacy. Guests enjoy five distinctive dining venues from elevated Creole flavors at Moutya to inventive cocktails at the Indo-Seychellois bar Kokoye and can unwind at anpe, the serene wellness spa. Set within lush tropical forest and bordered by crystalline waters, Mango House blends artistic flair, island tranquillity, and heartfelt hospitality in one inspired boutique escape.

  • Waldorf Astoria, Platte Island

    Set on the remote sand cay of PlatteWaldorf Astoria Platte Island is an ultra-exclusive private island escape, some 130 km south of Mahé, accessible only by a 20-minute charter flight. The resort comprises 50 exquisitely designed beachfront villas ranging from one-bedroom havens to a commanding five-bedroom Eagle Ray Villa, each with a private pool, spacious terrace, and direct access to the sand and sea. Culminating in immersive luxury and natural harmony, the dining scene spans six restaurants and bars, including the “soil-to-soul” Michelin-aspiring restaurant Moulin and the vibrant Creole-Latino Maison des Épices. The Waldorf Astoria Spa offers bespoke wellness journeys across six treatment suites, blending eco-sensitive rituals with island tranquillity. With dedicated villa hosts, intimate nature experiences, and a design philosophy that honours local wildlife (including turtle nesting zones), the resort offers a rare union of pristine isolation and refined hospitality.

  • Six Senses Zil Pasyon, Felicite Island

    Six Senses Zil Pasyon is a secluded private-island sanctuary on Félicité, Seychelles, where ecological elegance and barefoot luxury unite. Set across just one-third of the island, it features only about thirty pool villas and a handful of private residences, each carefully integrated into the natural granite landscape to preserve the island’s original terrain and biodiversity. Design is organic and immersive, with glass walls and decks that draw the ocean, sky, and jungle into every living space. Dining programs emphasise local ingredients, sustainable practices, and vibrant Creole flavours, while wellness rituals unfold in dramatic treatment pavilions tucked into rock formations or perched over water. Whether exploring coral reefs, enjoying sunset cinema under the stars, or surrendering to complete privacy in your villa, Six Senses Zil Pasyon offers a pure, subtle, and deeply restorative escape in harmony with nature.

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