Travel reviews by Miss C & Mr R from London

"We loved our four nights here. We'd stayed before and were excited to return -- and this time, they had a new jetty with a pool. Usually I don't swim in a pool when there's a beach a few metres away, especially somewhere like the Seychelles... but this new jetty/pool is a very welcome addition because although the beach is nice (golden sand, warm water), it's not good for swimming (very shallow with soft weed immediately offshore). So we spent lots of time out there... on the deck, in the pool, swimming off the wooden staircase into the sea, snorkelling with the friendly batfish.

Facilities good... more watersports available now and we paddle-boarded and kayaked around the coast. Watersports staff were not so friendly though.

Rooms work v well for families... and they generously allowed us to have our three little kids in one room with us, instead of paying for two rooms. Housekeeping were great.

We were on half-board and it was a fixed menu at dinner. We found that too long (multiple courses) and the food too fussy, especially with kids in tow. Quite gastro, but didn't quite hit the mark. Breakfast was v good though, as was the a la carte lunch.

We planned an excursion (to the little island of La Digue by ferry) in the middle of the stay, which was wonderful and highly recommended. If we hadn't had that trip breaking up the stay, I think we would have wanted a car to explore Praslin. There's not a lot going on, but that might be just what you're looking for!!

Front of house so helpful and welcoming -- special mention to Ash and Alexandre... thank you!"

"The GM Arturo could not have offered us a warmer welcome… and everything functioned like clockwork. Delicious food; kitchen could not be faulted.

Loved the beach… lapping waves, little lagoons, especially good for small kids. Adults can swim off the jetty to avoid the heavy seaweed in the shore area. Loved the paddle-boarding (thank you Joseph at watersports!)"

"We loved our villa… and the walk through a tunnel of foliage on to Cote d'Or beach. Cecile at reception could not have been sweeter… thank you!

On the other hand, Pierre, the other receptionist was the lowlight of the trip. He was very reluctant to help fix our air conditioning (although it did get sorted in the end). Also, he said he was organising a Creole dinner for some of the villas… and if we wanted to join in. It was 40 euros for a mediocre takeaway that he brought in a sports bag. He then wasted our time trying to make sure he had the correct number of plates back and wanted to pick everything up that night before we had finished eating, etc. All very disappointing.

But the place is lovely… with wonderful gardens and on a great beach."

"Adored this place… the rooms are a joy, the view of the baech astounding, the owners so welcoming.

Plus, fresh fruit platters every morning (even though we were self-catering). A favourite find!"