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Facing one of the most picturesque beaches in the Indian Ocean, the fabulously exotic Banyan Tree on Mahé has won award after award for its romance, tranquillity, iconic spa and its commitment to rejuvenating guests by attending to their every need in surroundings of quite exceptional beauty. To complete the circle of luxury living, the resort's stunning new catamaran, the Banyan Lagoon 1, accommodates up to four people in true Banyan Tree style. With a full complement of staff, personal sea host and skipper, those choosing to live on the ocean wave can now realise their dream by combining stunning land living with a floating home to explore and enjoy the idyllic islands of the Seychelles.
Back at the resort, overlooking the sweeping platinum beach and the indigo waters of Intendance Bay, the elegant white colonial-style villas are exquisitely furnished with handcrafted furniture and original artwork commissioned from local artists. Guests can choose between six villa styles, all of which have air-conditioning, a comprehensive array of gadgetry, private swimming pools and spacious bedrooms with separate dressing rooms.
Dedicated to providing guests with memorable and healthy cuisine, Saffron serves delicious à la carte Thai specialities while Au Jardin d’epices restaurant serves international flavours and Creole cuisine may also be enjoyed at the new Chez Lamar restaurant. Alternatively, guests can dine in the heavenly privacy of their villa, head for a gloriously secluded spot for a gourmet picnic or have a barbecue with a difference on the beach. The world-renowned Banyan Tree Spa will soothe and refresh guests with a range of treatments guaranteed to reduce even the most stressed out to a blissful state of relaxation. For the ultimate in romantic gestures, there can be no beating a spa treatment early in the evening with a loved one before enjoying the sunset, chilled drink in hand.
Non-sporting activities include snorkelling and kayaking around Intendance Bay, a tennis court, a gym, infinity pool and mountain biking. An excellent library of books and DVDs are on hand to entertain those who yearn for more than just abandoning themselves to the suspended reality of life at this extraordinary hotel. The picture postcard beauty of its surroundings, the sublime spa and attentive service have been the mainstay of this stunning resort but with the addition of the swish catamaran the Banyan Tree Seychelles has to be at the top of one's must-have holiday experiences.
Bailey Robinson
The Courtyard, Hungerford
Berkshire, RG17 0NF
t: +44 (0) 1488 689777
f: +44 (0) 1488 681973
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