BANYAN TREE SEYCHELLES MAHÉ

THE BANYAN TREE SEYCHELLES is a discreet and intimate luxury resort . It enjoys a superb location on Intendance Bay on the southwest coast of Mahé , between hills clad in lush tropical vegetation and a soft white sand beach . Built of local materials in a Seychellois colonial style , its 60 Pool Villas hug the hillside and are dotted along the beachfront . All have their own swimming pool and an outdoor living area under a pavilion roof ; this is perfect for in-villa dining , which is a great feature of the hotel . The Hillside Pool Villas have a master bedroom , his and hers dressing areas , an indoor sunken bathtub and a sundeck . The beachfront spa pool villas have a wide veranda framed by landscaped gardens , a steam room , jet pool and sundeck as well as a spa pavilion , which serves as a private massage suite . The overall emphasis here at the Banyan Tree is on rest , relaxation and superb service , from an outstanding spa to a range of non-motorised water sports and a wonderful choice of restaurants and bars to suit the mood and the time of day . Saffron is the signature restaurant of the hotel , serving Thai and Southeast Asian specialities . Au Jardin d ’ Épices offers cuisine from the Mediterranean rim in an informal setting overlooking Intendance Bay , and Chez Lamar provides an exhilarating range of Creole dishes . In addition you can choose a beach picnic for lunch and enjoy afternoon tea in La Varangue . A highlight of the resort is the Banyan Tree Spa , which is renowned internationally as a sanctuary for the senses . This is an intimate retreat wieight spa pavilions , where you can experience an array of massage treatments and beauty remedies that make use of aromatic oils , herbs and spices and ancient healing techniques . The resort also has a gym and a freeform infinity-edge swimming pool . The Banyan Tree Seychelles , a member of Leading Small Luxury Hotels of the World , is an excellent hotel of outstanding character and quality , and yet it is within very easy reach when arriving on an international flight .