Banyan Tree Seychelles Information
Description
Thousands of miles from anywhere but with every luxury, this complex of lavish villas is tucked into a secluded bay on the southern tip of the island of Mahé. The largest island of the Seychelles, though only 16 miles by 5 miles, Mahé has a backbone of jungle-covered mountains and a coast of sweeping sandy beaches fringed with palm trees.Its 47 villas are built amongst the tropical vegetation or along the beach in traditional colonial style with spacious verandas looking out to sea. The locally-designed furnishing reflects the Seychellois culture. Every villa has a private pool, some with an outdoor Jacuzzi. ,The cuisine is a splendid cross-cultured choice: Creole and international, beautifully presented and a delight to experience. ,The resort includes a tropical garden spa for relaxing therapies beside a clear blue sea. But for total rejuvenation, try swimming among the coral and the colourful reef fish.
Services
Year built: 2001 Number of floors: 1 (Ground floor on hill slope) Number of rooms: Hillside Villa - 20 units / Pool Villa by-the-Rocks - 6 units / Beach front Pool Villa - 15 units / Intendance Pool Villa - 5 units / Presidential Villa - 1 unit Number of suites: 47 Villas 24 hour room service No pets allowed Hotel Shop
Location
Covering an area of approximately 117 hectares, the resort is situated on the south-western Coastline of Mahé with a beach frontage of about 790 meters overlooking Intendance Bay.
Transportation
International/Local Airport: Approximately 25 minutes from airport and 45 minutes from the capital, Victoria. ,Return limousine transfer can be arranged at Euro 120 per car (maximum three people).
Room Description
Hillside Pool Villa - Majestic views of the Indian Ocean, 20 villas with sunken bath, veranda, sun loungers & living pavilion. Size: 104 sq. metres. Pool Villa by the Rocks - Five villas with veranda, sun loungers, sunken bath and Jacuzzi. Bedrooms are elegant and spacious, combining en-suite bathrooms with separate vanity areas. Size: 104 sq. metres. Beach front Spa Pool Villa - Fifteen villas offering a private detached Spa Pavilion, Jacuzzi, separate shower and steam room, outdoor shower, spacious living area, decorated to reflect the exotic Creole culture. Size: 251 sq. metres. Intendance Pool Villa - Limited to six villas only, exclusive offer of Ocean & Intendance Bay views. Colonial architecture, spacious interiors, en-suite bathroom, sunken bath tub, separate vanity areas, veranda, living pavilion, Jacuzzi. Size: 104 sq. metres. Presidential Villa (two bedroom) - Overlooking Intendance Bay and Indian Ocean, free-form pool, separate Spa Pavilions, living and dining pavilions equipped with kitchen, guest bathroom, outdoor shower and Jacuzzi, two-bedroom villa (combined with the adjoining Hillside Pool Villa), idea for small gatherings. Size: 446 sq. metres.
Room Features
- Standard amenities in all villas:
- Private swimming pool (2.6 m x 6 m)
- Pavilion
- King sized bed
- Mini bar
- In-villa safe
- Coffee / Tea making facilities
- Hairdryer
- IDD telephone
- Ceiling fan
- Colour TV
- Personal amenities
Restaurants
Saffron - Located on the upper floor in the main building with a spectacular view across the water. This signature restaurant offers primarily Thai cuisine (opens also for lunch complemented by additional dishes from a variety of and special events), Southeast Asian cuisine with the emphasis on occasionally authentic ethnic foods using traditional recipes and cooking methods. It boasts also a wide range of selection of a la carte menu, wines and specialities. Opening hours: 19:00 to 22:00 daily for dinner. Seats: 57.Au Jardin D'Epices (All day dining) - Located on the ground floor with a fantastic view of the ocean. This restaurant offers mainly breakfast and dinner service. Emphasis will be placed on providing Mauritius, Creole and South African foods using traditional or modern recipes and cooking methods incorporating the freshest ingredients. Music will be played in the background. Opening hours: 07:00 to 10:30 / 12:00 to 15:00 / 19:00 to 22:00. Seats: 76.La Varangue Bar - Guests will enjoy the different style of drinks, from wines and cocktails to fresh juices and high tea with an emphasis on special drinks - pre-dinner, after dinner drinks and cocktails worldwide. It will form an essential part of the afternoon/evening experience for your stay. Opening hours: 10 to 22:00. Seats: 36,In Villa Dining - You may dine romantically in the privacy of your own villa with special outdoor barbecue or order from a la carte menu.
Leisure
- Outdoor swimming pool (on-site)
- Scuba diving (request)
- Sailing (request)
- Windsurfing (request)
- Banyan Tree Spa with 8 spa pavilions (2 single, 2 double & 2 deluxe)
- Spa Reception
- Gymnasium
- Classroom
- Salon
- Spa Gallery
- Juice Bar
- Banyan Tree Gallery
- Game Room/Internet Access
Landmarks
- Seychelles boasts two UNESCO World Heritage sites:
- - Vallee de Mai, a primeval rainforest which is home to the famous Coco de Mer palms and was once regarded as the Garden of Eden;
- - Aldabra, the world's largest raised coral atoll which has been called the Galapagos of the Indian Ocean due to the wild turtle population
- found there.
