Four Seasons Resort Seychelles sits on a granite hillside above Petite Anse bay, in Baie Lazare on Mahé's southwest coast. It is a villa resort rather than a conventional hotel, and the official site describes accommodation ranging from one-bedroom Serenity Villas surrounded by jungle greenery to Hilltop Ocean-View Villas with sunken tubs and plunge pools, two-bedroom suites with a private pool and deck, four-bedroom hillside residences and a three-bedroom Royal Suite with its own infinity pool and private beach access. It is the splurge pick for honeymoons, anniversaries and families who want space and privacy.
Location and getting around: Petite Anse is on the quieter southwest corner of Mahé, away from Victoria and the busier Beau Vallon strip, so this is a resort you settle into rather than walk out of. Arrange an airport transfer in advance, because the island roads are winding and take longer than the map suggests. Guests who want to explore can book a driver or private tour with the resort, and the Sainte Anne Marine Park, Victoria and the Copolia Trail are all reachable on day trips, though most guests spend several days enjoying the property. Anse Intendance and other southern beaches are a short drive.
Rooms and facilities: the villas are the point, with private plunge or infinity pools, outdoor showers, generous terraces and bay views, and the hilltop spa offers treatments and yoga. Dining includes beach meals, a Creole cooking class and a poolside barbecue, and in-villa floating breakfast in the pool is a signature touch. The beach at Petite Anse is on the property's doorstep. The hillside layout means gradients between areas, which is part of the charm but worth noting for guests with limited mobility.
Good to know: rates sit at the top of the Seychelles market and rise sharply in school holidays and around Christmas, so book well ahead and ask about packages with breakfast or transfers. The property is best for couples and families who want to stay put, rather than for budget travellers or those who want to dine out every night. It is a strong choice after a long flight or before a multi-island trip, and the resort can help arrange Praslin and La Digue excursions.
Why stay here
- ✓Private plunge or infinity pools
- ✓Hilltop spa and yoga
- ✓Beachfront at Petite Anse
- ✓Creole cooking class
- ✓Poolside barbecue
- ✓In-villa floating breakfast
- ✓Villas and residences for families
- ✓Airport transfers on request
Good questions
Where is the resort?+
It is at Petite Anse in Baie Lazare on the southwest coast of Mahe, on a hillside above the bay. It is a drive from Victoria and Beau Vallon, so arrange transfers.
Is it good for families?+
Yes, the villas, suites and four-bedroom residences give families plenty of space and privacy. Ask about children's programmes when you book.
Can the resort arrange excursions?+
Yes, staff can arrange drivers and tours, including day trips to Victoria, marine parks and the other islands.
