Picolo recommends · Hotel in La Passe, La Digue, Seychelles
Le Domaine de L'Orangeraie
Granite boulders the size of houses frame the spa, the ferry harbour is a short pedal away, and the island's famous beaches are reached by bicycle.
On La Digue, life moves at the speed of a bicycle, and L'Orangeraie fits right in. The villas climb the slope just above the harbour, and the spa has been built in among the great grey boulders that define this island.
It is the biggest hotel on La Digue, yet it never feels busy. You pedal off in the morning to Anse Source d'Argent or Grand Anse and come back to a pool and a quiet terrace.
Picolo’s verdict
Why we chose Le Domaine de L'Orangeraie
Our choice on La Digue if seeing the island's beaches properly is the goal. Staying here rather than visiting on a day trip from Praslin means you can reach the sand before the ferries arrive.
La Digue is small and simple, with few restaurants beyond the hotels, so evenings are quiet. Anyone who wants nightlife, shopping or a wide choice of places to eat will find the island limiting after a few days.
What you get
- Bicycles are how you get around the island
- Spa built among the granite boulders
- Villas on the hillside
- Pool
- Short ride from the ferry harbour
A day at Le Domaine de L'Orangeraie
- Morning
- Cycle to Anse Source d'Argent at low tide, before the day trippers.
- Midday
- Lunch in the shade near the beach, then a slow ride back.
- Afternoon
- A treatment in the spa between the boulders.
- Evening
- A walk down to the harbour to watch the last ferry leave.
Location
La Passe, La Digue, Seychelles
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How do you get to Le Domaine de L'Orangeraie?
Take the ferry or small plane from Mahé to Praslin, then the short ferry to La Digue. The hotel is close to the harbour.
Do you need a bike at Le Domaine de L'Orangeraie?
Bicycles are the main way to get around La Digue, which has very few cars. Hire one to reach Anse Source d'Argent and Grand Anse.
When is the best time to visit Anse Source d'Argent from Le Domaine de L'Orangeraie?
Go at low tide and early in the day. The water is shallow and calm then, and you arrive before the day trippers from Praslin.
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Updated 6 Nov 2026All articles
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