Four Seasons Resort Seychelles

We had such a lovely time at FS Seychelles. We spent new years at their Deroches hotel which was wonderful and so were a little apprehensive about coming to the mainland. We shouldn’t have worried at all, the hotel was beautiful, our villa was amazing and the staff were so friendly. Particular shout out to the lovely Valerie down on the beach who was brilliant but really all of the staff were fantastic. We loved the morning yoga, relaxing at the beach, snorkelling, dragging ourselves to the gym and generally appreciating the natural beauty of the resort. We can’t wait to come back!

From the moment our buggy wound its way up the lush hillside to our Ocean View Villa, it became clear that Four Seasons Seychelles would redefine luxury hospitality. Perched dramatically above Petite Anse bay on Mahé island, this resort masterfully blends Creole architecture with modern sophistication. The Villa Our Hilltop Ocean View Villa proved to be a private sanctuary in the sky. The sprawling 184-square-meter space featured vaulted ceilings and floor-to-ceiling windows that framed the Indian Ocean's infinite blue expanse. The real showstopper was our infinity pool, seeming to merge with the ocean horizon. Mornings began with coffee on our wooden deck, watching fruit bats glide between takamaka trees while tropical birds provided nature's soundtrack. Views That Take Your Breath Away The elevation of our villa offered unparalleled views of the horseshoe bay below. Each sunset painted the sky in spectacular hues of orange and pink, reflected in both our private pool and the crystal-clear waters of the Indian Ocean. The strategic positioning of the resort ensures that every glance outward delivers a photo-worthy moment. Beach Paradise The descent to Petite Anse beach – while steep – rewards visitors with one of the most pristine stretches of sand in the Seychelles. The powdery white beach is embraced by granite boulders on either side, creating a secluded cove. The waters are calm and ideal for swimming and snorkeling, with the resort providing complimentary equipment to explore the vibrant marine life. Impeccable Service The staff epitomised Four Seasons' legendary service culture with their intuitive attention to detail. Our villa attendant anticipated needs before we even realized them, while the beach team was always ready with fresh towels and cold water. The concierge crafted perfect excursions, from hiking through Morne Seychellois National Park to arranging sunset cruises. The Spa Experience Set high in the hillside, the spa deserves special mention. My treatment room opened to a private deck overlooking the ocean, where the sound of waves complemented my massage. The therapist's expertise with local techniques and ingredients – particularly the coconut oil-based treatments – created a deeply relaxing experience that left me floating back to our villa. Dining The resort's restaurants deliver exceptional culinary experiences. Kannel's seafood specialties and Creole-inspired dishes particularly impressed, while ZEZ's breakfast spread, enjoyed with panoramic ocean views, became a daily highlight. The in-villa dining service made several moonlit dinners on our terrace unforgettable. Final Verdict Four Seasons Seychelles successfully creates an experience that feels both luxurious and authentic to its location. While the room rates reflect the ultra-luxury positioning, the combination of stunning natural beauty, world-class service, and exceptional facilities justifies the investment for those seeking an extraordinary tropical escape. The resort's hillside setting means considerable walking (or buggy rides) between facilities, but this layout is what enables those spectacular views and sense of privacy. For travellers seeking the ultimate Indian Ocean retreat, Four Seasons Seychelles delivers a truly remarkable experience that will linger in memory long after departure. Booked Special thanks to SeyExclusive for their exceptional service in arranging our stay. Their expertise and attention to detail made the booking process seamless and contributed significantly to our wonderful experience at Four Seasons Seychelles. Rating: 9.5/10

Located on a hilly bay about 40 minutes from the airport this hotel comprises a number of sizeable villas situated up the hills from the beautiful white sand/blue water beach. Buggies enable you to move easily around the resort but we were delighted to be allocated an Ocean facing Villa just back from the beach, and very easy walking distance to the restaurants and beach. For us that made the holiday so much more enjoyable- the view may not be as good as from the top of the hill, but we did not have to rely on buggy service to get anywhere. The food in the restaurants was excellent (we chose to avoid the differently themed buffets and so moved between restaurants each night for a la carte) and the staff were all friendly but professional. The Villa was large and nicely appointed in a colonial? style and was spotlessly clean. The private pool and spacious lounging areas meant for a really relaxing holiday. You pay for the privilege, but in life quality is never cheap……and the Four Seasons is first class.

If it was possible to rate this property higher than 5 stars, I would not hesitate for a moment! Thats sums up our experience. My wife & I visited this wonderful property in December first week for 3 nights. This is a majestic property, on an unbeatable location, on a most pristine & beautiful Petite Anse beach, with secluded & perched atop hilltop villas. Excellent staff & top notch management adds to the pleasure of being here. We were here in so called 'rainy season' and let me tell You, we loved every moment of it. The sea breeze was amazing, we had lot of Sun & good amount of rain. It was just perfect. I would also like to thank the team @ the resort for an upgrade to the Ocean View Villa. It made an exceptional experience even better! I am not one of those guests who get agitated if the GM doesnt come & meet them. I value my privacy much more. However, it was good to see the GM Nitin Abbi welcome us on our arrival here. Nitin runs a very efficient ship here. It was an equal pleasure to interact with Mohan Kumar (food & beverage), Chef Sumit (Thanks for that excellent Indian Dal You conjured for us on our 2nd night). Chef Divakar for finally cracking the code on that fantastic masala omelette on our last day & making those sausages edible for me! A shout out to Edwin @ the beach for those witty comments & making the experience enjoyable. The guests @ this property are mostly from Europe & other western countries. Therefore, the cuisine appeals more to that palate, and its understandable. The team seems to be making an effort to expand the range of the offering & I am sure they will. I am not going into the details of the pool villa. It was outstanding, and typical Four Seasons experience & quality. No one does it better! In conclusion I would like to say again that its the outstanding location, beach, expance & placement of villas & amazing sea breeze that make this property stand out in a league of its own. This would be IMHO one of the most premium properties in the world (of this kind), not only Seychelles. Petite Anse beach in my book ranks very high & I have seen quite a few. As a note I would suggest that its better if some staff member is there to see off the guests when they depart. The front desk guy doubling up to wave good bye is not a pretty sight @ a Four Seasons property. While there is much to see in this world & time is limited, still, this is one property I would like to revisit. Let me conclude on that note.

Four Seasons is by far my favourite hotel group, and I cannot help but think this is the cherry on the top of every other resort they own. "Recently" constructed, it shows no sign of age, its just perfect. So much thought has gone into the design, architecture and delivery, you are left speechless by the beauty. It looks like something out of Thunderbirds. The beach is one of the best beaches in the Seychelles. The service, the food, the delivery, it is all stunning. The staff go above and beyond every time with every request. I cannot help but feel this is peak vacation and nothing with ever live up to this experience. Thank you to everyone that made our holiday just absolute bliss. One of the best hotels, in the world. I look forward to visiting again.