Accommodation in the Seychelles is commonly thought to be only luxurious and of five-star quality but on Mahe Island you can find a good selection of affordable rooms too. There are numerous options including hotels, beachside bungalows and guest houses. With year-round warm weather, travelling outside of peak season is possible and great discounts of rack rates can be found.

Mahe Island is home to numerous boutique hotels, five-star resorts and private beachside villas. You will also find most international hotel groups including Marriot, Hilton, Meridien and Four Seasons.

For the ultimate luxurious stay the Banyan Tree Seychelles is a great choice, which is located on the southwest coast and has over 800 metres of picturesque beachfront. Another impressive hotel is the Maia Luxury Resort and Spa, which has beautiful villas set in natural surrounds offering spectacular views of the ocean. Each villa has a private infinity pool and sun deck area as well as comfortable and modern amenities.

The capital of the Seychelles, Victoria, is only a small town and has a variety of old colonial buildings from the English and French occupancy in the 17th and 18th centuries. Attractions in the city include the National History Museum and the popular morning market. There are numerous hotels and resorts in the city that will fit most budgets and tastes. The Wharf Hotel and Marina is a good choice with a central location and comfortable rooms.

The west coast of Mahe Island provides several beautiful and impressive beaches that offer great water sports opportunities. There are also some enjoyable and challenging jungle treks on this side of the island. Le Meridien Barbarons Hotel is the perfect family resort with tennis courts, swimming pools and a private beach. The resort also has two restaurants, multiple bars and a fantastic spa and massage service.

The southeast coast is known for its calm white sand beaches and great scuba diving opportunities. There are some beautiful coral reefs that have an abundance of colourful and tropical marine life. There are several hotels and resorts available here including the Chalet d'Anse Forbans, which is quite affordable and has large family bungalows along the beachfront.

The northwest end of Mahe Island has some dramatic granite cliffs that drop into the Indian Ocean. The rainforests are alive with wildlife and provide great opportunities for bird watching and trekking. This end of the island provides the best spot for the magnificent Seychelles sunsets.

The Sunset Beach Resort is a popular choice for accommodation in the area, providing a selection of comfortable rooms at various prices. The resort's two villa suites have private terraces, kitchen and barbeque areas.