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I chose AcaJou because it was listed as the most reasonably priced in my travel book, I had no expectation - all I wanted was a nice beach, a clean bed and maybe a pool. What I got at $200 was the best service, beautiful accommodation, beach that is from the Corona ad, comfiest pool loungers as well as dinner and breakfast, served by such great staff and cooked by talented chef. I am inspired to recommend this hotel to anyone who thinks they cannot afford a hotel on this Island. When I did a google search for a hotel, I received so many that were $1000 plus - I really didn't think it was a possibility, now I know. It is on Cote D'or beach, and has a beach bar.
Firstly, when we arrived at 9am, we were greeted and introduced to the resident manager, complimentary cocktails were served (together with fruit and umbrella), while we were enjoying our cocktails, they were getting our room ready, and by 9:15 we were shown our room. Most hotels would not accommodate in this way. As we were inspecting the hotel grounds (beautiful), we were met by the different staff members who were all so proud of their hotel, the pool / beach manager introduced himself, our hands and offered us tips on sunscreen and sandflies.
4 course set dinner was served by attentive staff, it was truly the best experience I have had at a restuarant or hotel.
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 by gracinda |
No mass tourism, but genuine hospitality is practized here. The guesthouse is situated near the little harbour (about 1 1/2 mins. by bike) and set back from the sea, nestled amongst the gardens of La Passe. At this idyllic place you are never far from the quiet bustle of the village, while it's a relaxing place to have a beer in the garden or on the terrace. By bike, the whole island is within easy reach from here.
The 4 double rooms have been recently renovated, each with their own bathroom and simple, but clean, spacious and cosy. There is no air conditioning, but there are fans in every room.
In the common kitchen there are cooking facilities available as well as a fridge.
What makes the stay so special, however, is Marie-Anne: she is a markedly friendly, hospitable and happy person. Her smiles are contagious and the food she's serving every evening has her guests raving for a long time after. Yummy! Bring a good appetite for fish, like everywhere on the Seychelles. ;-)
Mary-Anne speaks good English, French, Creol and a little German.
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Booked this over the internet based on a few picture and their description. I booked self-catering to keep the price down and that worked out at 141 euro/?100 a night - high end of my scale but what the hell!
walk left from the jetty - 150 m to the place so avoid the rip-off ox carts.
Great welcome, as soon as you get to reception, ice cold face towel and green coconut with a straw are waiting - just what we needed. Taken to semi-detached villa - villa has bedroom/bath upstairs and open kitchen/living room down stairs. Decor was great (very Zen), but I wouldn't want to have kids with me, too much to break.
They do bike hire (6.5 euros a day)., laundry (1 euro an item) and they have a mini-bar (expensive).
Kitchen was adequate (but no frying pan or ironing board).
Recommended for a bit of romance and relaxation without feeling that you were being bled for every euro
First impressions are important - this place got it right.
The grounds and gardens are fantastic and the staff are friendly and relaxed. Theme: OtherPrice: US$120-180 » Currency ConverterComparison: more expensive than averageAddress: La DigueDirections: From Jetty turn left - 150 metres
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If you're looking for a "one stop shop" type accommodation then "Ile des Palmes Bungalows" (selfcatering at the moment) are not for you.
However, if you are on a budget and looking to stay on 'Praslin' in a modern, clean, comfortable and safe environment as a base for you and your family (or couples), then this should definitely be on your list.
You are greeted by 'Danby' (the owner and site manager) and her staff - all are very friendly and helpful (as are all the people we met in the Seychelles).
The Bungalows themselves have all the modern facilities one would expect and to our suprise they also include a washing machine for all those sandy towels and clothes.
The maids that come each day to clean make an excellent job of it leaving fresh flowers on the made up beds and even do the washing up too!
The one drawback to the site is that even though the bungalows are on the beach, the beach is part of Baie St Anne natural harbour that you wouldn't call a typical Seychelles beach. However, it's great for spotting stingrays and baby sharks and crabs!
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I got this resort because it was a tour package I got with Emirates including air fare, hotel, transfers and breakfast. For the money I paid I was not very impressed by this resort. The rooms were nice but the mold smell was really umpleasant. In addition to this I got a ground floor room and you can hear the steps above your room. The lady kept on walking with sandals hitting the floor really hard. Practically, we went to sleep when the people above me went to bed. We went to Seychelles for a few days so no time to change rooms. We were busy everyday. Far away from Victoria 45 mins distance. The bus stop was right outside the resort.
All the facilities were nice. Restaurants, pool and the private beach. Theme: HotelPrice: US$120-180 » Currency ConverterComparison: more expensive than averageAddress: The Plantation ResortDirections: 45 mins from the Airport. 200 rupees from the airport to this resort.
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This small hotel was wonderful ! the people who owned the hotel were so lovely and could not be more helpful and attentive (they were also animal lovers which helped !) the gardens were beautiful and there was even a small swimming pool. The food was excellent and served buffet style in the evenings and the beach a very short stroll away. Theme: HotelPrice: US$80-120 » Currency ConverterComparison: less expensive than averageAddress: East coast of Praslin on Anse Volbert Beach
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 view from verandah at Anse
Soleil Beachcomber by mandy66, 1 more photosTheme: HotelPrice: US$80-120 » Currency ConverterComparison: less expensive than averageAddress: Anse Soleil Beach- Mahe's west coast
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 the boat by grovier
Tres bonne table avec beaucoup de poissons...
Tres bon bar.
Prestations du bord de prix normal.
Its a 70 meters cruise catamaran with 65 passengers and 35 rooms.
Very confortable, cosy and a crew "aux petits soins"...
Very good restaurant, but you have to like fishes..;
Prices are OK.
Piscine , planche à voile, plongée etc...
Escales dans les plus beaux sites, ballades superbes.
Pool onboard, many other activities can be done.
Visit the islands is easy because the crew plan all the visits and it's easier than alone.
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This hotel has the only tennis courts on the island, a pool table, pool and directly in front of the beach. We were there in July (south east monsoon) and the water was choppy and too cold to swim .
Rooms comfortable, food ok but not outstanding. Expensive.
We moved to the beau vallon area, calmer beach and more food options.
perhaps a good place to go if you are looking for a secluded spot. Theme: HotelPrice: US$180 and up » Currency ConverterComparison: more expensive than averageAddress: west coast of MaheDirections: south of La misere road
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