Praslin, Seychelles· Praslin Island
Nearest park
Curieuse Marine National Park
Rating
4.7 (678)
From
$800/ night
Raffles Seychelles brings the legendary elegance of the Raffles name to the verdant shores of Praslin, the Seychelles' second-largest island and home to the extraordinary UNESCO World Heritage Vallée de Mai — an ancient palm forest sheltering the endemic coco de mer, the world's largest seed. The resort's 86 villas are terraced across a lush hillside above the serene waters of Anse Takamaka, creating a layered paradise where tropical forest meets Indian Ocean infinity. Each villa is a private retreat of generous proportions, featuring an outdoor pavilion, plunge pool, sundeck, and indoor-outdoor living spaces that capitalize on the island's year-round tropical climate. The design language is contemporary island elegance — natural timber and granite accented by locally inspired fabrics, Seychellois art, and organic materials. Bathrooms feature freestanding tubs, rain showers, and doors that open to private garden courtyards. Butler service ensures every detail is attended to with Raffles' signature understated excellence. The resort's culinary program is headlined by Losean, a fine-dining restaurant specializing in contemporary French-Creole cuisine that showcases the finest Indian Ocean seafood alongside ingredients flown in from premium suppliers worldwide. The Curieuse restaurant takes a more casual approach with poolside Mediterranean and Asian fare. Takamaka Terrace offers all-day dining with Indian Ocean views, and the resort's bar program features inventive cocktails incorporating local botanicals, spices, and fresh tropical fruits. The Raffles Spa is a tranquil retreat set within tropical gardens, offering treatments that blend Eastern and Western techniques. Private couple's suites, a hammam, and a hydrotherapy circuit complement the treatment menu. Praslin's natural attractions — the Vallée de Mai, the picture-perfect beach of Anse Lazio, and world-class snorkeling at nearby Curieuse Marine National Park — are all within easy reach, making this an ideal base for exploring one of the Indian Ocean's most captivating islands.
86 hillside villas with plunge pools
Minutes from UNESCO Vallée de Mai
Butler service in every villa
Fine-dining French-Creole restaurant
Hammam and hydrotherapy spa
Near Anse Lazio — world's best beach
Curieuse Marine Park snorkeling
Contemporary Raffles elegance
WiFi
Private plunge pools
Raffles Spa
Three restaurants
Bar and lounge
Fitness center
Water sports centre
Kids club
Butler service
Laundry and pressing
Airport transfers
Library
Losean serves fine-dining French-Creole cuisine with premier seafood and imported delicacies. Curieuse restaurant offers poolside Mediterranean and Asian fare. Takamaka Terrace provides all-day dining with ocean views. The bar program features locally inspired cocktails. Private dining, beach picnics, and in-villa meals are arranged through the butler.
Activities include guided tours of the UNESCO Vallée de Mai, snorkeling at Curieuse Marine Park, excursions to Anse Lazio beach, catamaran sailing, deep-sea fishing, kayaking, paddleboarding, Raffles Spa treatments, yoga sessions, Creole cooking classes, island-hopping, sunset cruises, and giant tortoise visits on Curieuse Island.
Praslin's Vallée de Mai is home to the endemic coco de mer palm and the rare Seychelles black parrot. The surrounding marine environment supports hawksbill turtles, reef sharks, octopuses, and vibrant coral reef fish. Curieuse Island, accessible by boat, hosts a giant tortoise colony and mangrove ecosystems. The island's forests shelter Seychelles fruit bats and endemic gecko species.
Praslin enjoys tropical warmth year-round. The inter-monsoon periods of April-May and October-November offer the calmest seas and best visibility. The northwest monsoon (December-March) brings warmer, still conditions. Coco de mer fruiting season peaks from April to June, adding a botanical highlight to Vallée de Mai visits.
