Sorento, Glacis, Seychelles | (888) 399-9863
Intimate boutique property with tasteful decor and stunning views
Huge rooms with private balconies and luxurious bathrooms
Chic pool with sundeck and panoramic ocean views
Plenty of public spaces, including a terrace with sea views
Free breakfast, with other meals prepared on request
Fitness center and yoga classes
Free Wi-Fi throughout
Free on-site parking
Pet friendly
Not on the beach
No elevator and plenty of steps and hills
Car is needed to get around the area
Children under 12 not allowed (a pro for some)
The four-room Petit Amour Villa is an intimate boutique hotel set on a hillside, with panoramic Indian Ocean views and a touch of old Hollywood glamour. The upper-middle-range property feels like a luxurious private home, with terraces everywhere, and plenty of personal attention. Rooms are huge and beautifully designed, with clever decorative touches, private balconies, and deluxe modern bathrooms. But this property isn't for everyone: Children aged 12 and under are not permitted, and the steep hills and lack of an elevator could be an issue for some. It's also a drive away from the area's beaches. Travelers looking to be right on the sand could try the Sunset Beach Hotel.
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Scene
Creole elegance and Hollywood glam combine to make an intimate, luxurious retreat
The Petit Amour Villa is romantic and chic, but never takes itself too seriously; there's a sense of humor in the artwork and decorative touches, including the occasional fuzzy pillow and irreverent take on classical sculpture, which contributes to its laid-back, comfortable feel. The intimate, four-room property can feel like a private home, with plenty of common spaces for gathering or relaxing with a book, and terraces everywhere for enjoying the spectacular Indian Ocean views. The two-story villa is filled with natural light, and the decor combines Creole elegance and Hollywood glamour, without being stuffy or uptight. Interiors are primarily done in creams and whites with sophisticated dark-wood trim. The open-plan living space is spread over two levels, including a large, cozy sitting room in the loft with a flat-screen TV, a computer, and a variety of comfy couches and chairs.
Location
On a steep hill, with spectacular panoramic views
The Petit Amour Villa is located on the northern end of Mahe, in the district of Glacis. The villa sits up a steep hill from the main road and offers panoramic views of the Indian Ocean, the mountains, and a nature preserve. The area is quiet, and a car is recommended for touring the island and exploring the beautiful beaches. Famed Beau Vallon Beach is a short six-minute drive from the villa, and there are many excellent Creole restaurants and shops in nearby Bel Ombre and Glacis, a 10-minute drive away. The capital city of Victoria is a 20-minute drive from the hotel, or 45 minutes via the scenic coastal route. The airport is a half-hour drive from the Petit Amour, and transfers can be arranged for a fee.
Rooms
Big, individually decorated rooms in a sophisticated mash-up of Creole, contemporary, and glam styles
Rooms at the Petit Amour Villa are spacious, clean, and individually decorated, each with a furnished private balcony or patio with stunning views and lots of breezy open space. The decor is a mix of Creole, contemporary, and glam elements, and all rooms have big comfy beds. Amenities include air-conditioning, large flat-screen TVs, DVD players, laptop safes, and free luxury toiletries.
Double Rooms have large modern bathrooms with glass walk-in showers. The Master Executive Suite has a huge, movie star-worthy bathroom with a double hot tub surrounded by windows and a separate walk-in shower. The living spaces -- spread over two levels -- features a huge bed, a collection of luxe black furniture with nailhead trim, gothic black chandeliers and sconces, bronze upholstery, a walk-in closet, and a stunning Art Deco vanity table. Guests can rent out the entire villa for special occasions.
Features
Free breakfast, cocktail receptions, chic pool, and fitness center
The Petit Amour Villa offers a free fresh breakfast to guests, served indoors or alfresco on a spacious terrace that overlooks the sea. The resident chef can also prepare lunch or dinner on request. There is also a bar and lounge with beautiful views and comfortable sofas. A free cocktail reception is held several times a week for guests to socialize. The outdoor cobalt-blue pool is surrounded by elegant loungers and beach umbrellas. There's also a fitness center, and yoga classes are offered on site. Spa treatments can be arranged upon request.
