Picolo recommends · Hotel in Anse Takamaka, Praslin, Seychelles
Raffles Seychelles
Every villa has its own pool and a sea view, so the hardest choice of the day is whether to swim in yours or drive over to Anse Lazio.
Raffles sits on the north-east coast of Praslin at Anse Takamaka, with its villas stepped up the hillside. Each comes with a private pool and a view across the water towards the neighbouring islands.
The spa is large and there are several restaurants, so the hotel works as a self-contained world. When you do want to leave, Anse Lazio, one of Praslin's best-known beaches, is only a short drive round the coast.
Picolo’s verdict
Why we chose Raffles Seychelles
For couples who want plenty of space and polished service, Raffles delivers. The villas are generous, the pools are properly private, and the location makes both Anse Lazio and the Vallée de Mai easy outings.
The beach right below the hotel is not always its strong point: seaweed and waves arrive at certain times of year. If swimming from your doorstep matters most, compare it with a hotel on a calmer bay.
What you get
- Private pool with every villa
- Large spa
- Several restaurants
- Spacious villas with sea views
- Short drive to Anse Lazio
A day at Raffles Seychelles
- Morning
- The Vallée de Mai early, to see the coco de mer palms and listen for the black parrot.
- Midday
- Lunch and a swim at Anse Lazio.
- Afternoon
- A long session in the spa.
- Evening
- Dinner back at the villa, with the pool lit up beside you.
Location
Anse Takamaka, Praslin, Seychelles
Open in MapsQuestions about Raffles Seychelles
Do all villas at Raffles Seychelles have a pool?
Yes. The villas sit on the hillside, each with its own pool and a view of the sea, so you can swim without going down to the beach.
How far is Anse Lazio from Raffles Seychelles?
Anse Lazio is a short drive from the hotel round the north of Praslin, so it is easy to spend a morning or afternoon there.
Is the beach good at Raffles Seychelles?
It varies by season. At times seaweed and waves reach the beach below the hotel, so many guests swim in their villa pool or go to Anse Lazio.
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Updated 6 Nov 2026All articles
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