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Coco de Mer Hotel
Coco de Mer Hotel
Coco de Mer Hotel
Coco de Mer Hotel
Coco de Mer Hotel
Coco de Mer Hotel
Coco de Mer Hotel
Coco de Mer Hotel
Coco de Mer Hotel

About Coco de Mer Hotel

Stretching along nearly 2km of coastline at Anse Bois de Rose, in the quiet southwest, you will find the ...

... family-friendly Coco de Mer Hotel and its affiliated sibling, Black Parrot Suites.

Coco de Mer is a cheerful place which is exceedingly well run. Unusually, it appeals just as well to families as it does for honeymooners, as it offers really exceptional value (by Seychelles standards) with very good food and a wide choice of plenty of activities.

Our view

Coco de Mer is a cheerful place which is exceedingly well run. Unusually, it appeals just as well to families as it does for honeymooners, as it offers really exceptional value (by Seychelles standards) with very good food and a wide choice of plenty of activities.

Megan Green

Megan Green

Seychelles expert

Accommodation

40 Rooms

Children

Fine for all ages.

Open

All year

Activities

Birdwatching

Birdwatching

Self-guided walking

Self-guided walking

Snorkelling

Snorkelling

Traveller reviews of Coco de Mer Hotel

9 real, un-edited reviews from Expert Africa's travellers.


96%
9 reviews since August 2007
Excellent
7
Good
2
Average
0
Poor
0
Terrible
0
Mr & Mrs SAfromNorfolk

Arrived 5 Oct 2022, 3 nights

"Coco de Mer Hotel review"

"Third time ...we really really like the place …" Read Mr & Mrs SA’s full holiday review

Overall rating: Excellent

Mr TfromBangkok

Arrived 4 Apr 2022, 4 nights

"Coco de Mer Hotel review"

"I really enjoyed our stay here in every aspects.. would love to stay longer.. …" Read Mr T’s full holiday review

Overall rating: Excellent

Mr & Mrs MfromLondon

Arrived 11 Apr 2022, 6 nights

"Coco de Mer Hotel review"

"Lovely hotel with a good location to explore Praslin …" Read Mr & Mrs M’s full holiday review

Overall rating: Good

Miss C & Mr RfromLondon

Arrived 20 Dec 2020, 4 nights

"Beach escape at Coco de Mer, Seychelles "

"We loved our four nights here..so helpful and welcoming.. …" Read Miss C & Mr R’s full holiday review

Overall rating: Excellent

BirdmanfromChesham

Arrived 18 Oct 2019, 4 nights

"The Coco de Mer Hotel : a holiday highlight "

"The location was sublime, the service outstanding …" Read Birdman’s full holiday review

Overall rating: Excellent

Mr & Mrs SAfromNorfolk

Arrived 17 Oct 2018, 4 nights

"Coco de Mer Hotel"

"We loved this hotel the first time we stayed on the island and were most pleased …" Read Mr & Mrs SA’s full holiday review

Overall rating: Excellent

Miss C & Mr RfromLondon

Arrived 3 Jan 2015, 4 nights

"Beautiful view from our room"

"The GM Arturo could not have offered us a warmer welcome… and everything functioned …" Read Miss C & Mr R’s full holiday review

Overall rating: Excellent

Mr & Mrs SAfromNorfolk

Arrived 19 Feb 2013, 6 nights

"They do not get better than this hotel!"

"This has to be THE top hotel though I can see that some people might find the …" Read Mr & Mrs SA’s full holiday review

Overall rating: Excellent

Mr & Mrs CfromBanchory

Arrived 4 Apr 2011, 6 nights

"A very relaxing environment"

"1. The quality of the room was excellent and the standard of cleaning was …" Read Mr & Mrs C’s full holiday review

Overall rating: Good

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Coco de Mer Hotel: Our full report

Stretching along nearly 2km of coastline at Anse Bois de Rose, in the quiet southwest, you will find the ...

... family-friendly Coco de Mer Hotel and its affiliated sibling, Black Parrot Suites.

The resort is perched on the hillside, not far up from the beach and sea and most of the rooms offer sea-views. Of the 40 en-suite rooms at Coco de Mer, 18 are 'Superior' rooms, right on the beach terrace, whilst 22 are 'Standard' rooms, set slightly back on the hillside. Despite the names, inside all are basically the same and offer refreshing, bright, modern interiors with maple furniture and sea-blue fabrics.

The rooms are built in blocks and therefore not particularly private. On entering, you will find that some, though not all, of the rooms are quite long and thin, with the only natural light coming from the French doors at the far side. This can give these rooms a slight corridor-like feel. These doors open out onto a small patio and lovely views to the sea. Each patio has its own table and chairs.

In the main living and sleeping area, there are large fitted wardrobes and cupboards, bedside tables, a dresser with television, beds and sofas which can be converted into beds. In the corner of the bedroom, rather unusually, you will find a corner bath with mirror surround, framed by two huge plant pots complete with up-lighters. All the rooms are air-conditioned.

The bathroom is tastefully decked out with neutral tiles and modern fittings, and offers double sinks, loo and walk-in shower and of course the ubiquitous bidet, found in virtually every bathroom in the Seychelles!

There's a raft of activities available including mini-golf, tennis, table tennis and giant chess, and it is possible to rent bicycles and snorkelling gear. There is a small gym and a free guided nature trail available which takes about 2 hours to complete. A selection of board games is available to borrow from reception.

There are hammocks and sunbeds scattered in the palm-shaded gardens and around the free-form swimming pool and there is a separate pool for toddlers. If you fancy a change to the resort's own beach, which is only a minute's walk away, a free bus service operates to Anse Lazio from Monday to Friday. The “Turtle Boutique" is stocked with souvenirs and gifts and well as essential toiletries and suncream.

Coco de Mer offers two restaurants which have a definite Creole vibe, largely courtesy of the extremely helpful staff. Next to the pool, there is a small bar/restaurant which offers a child-friendly a la Carte menu: for example burgers and chips, spaghetti bolognese, carbonara and toasted sandwiches are offered. We found them really reasonably priced when compared with most other hotels in the Seychelles. In the evening, those staying on half board basis (which is recommended), eat buffet-style in the Hibiscus Restaurant.

Geographics

Location
Praslin Island, Seychelles
Ideal length of stay
3 nights or more
Directions
Coco de Mer is 5 minutes by car from the jetty if you are arriving by boat, and about 15 minutes from the airport. Meet and greet transfers can be arranged if you prefer not to hire a car.
Accessible by
Self-drive or Fly-and-Transfer

Food & drink

Usual board basis
Bed & Breakfast
Food quality
Coco de Mer has two restaurants. Next to the pool is the Mango Bar, which is open for lunch and serves a variety of lunch dishes, including fish, sandwiches, hamburgers and even a few pasta dishes. It makes for a very informal and relaxed spot for a bit to eat or even just a drink.

In the main building is the buffet-style Hibiscus Restaurant. An extensive buffet breakfast is served here, as are the buffet dinners. We found the food delicious when we visited, and we particularly enjoyed the Creole themed buffet on one evening. The meal was made even more enjoyable by the very friendly waiting staff.
Dining style
Individual Tables
Dining locations
Indoor and Outdoor Dining
Further dining info, including room service
Room service is available.
Drinks included
Drinks are not included.

Special interests

Honeymoons
For a really amazing value Seychelles honeymoon, Coco de Mer is a lovely choice. With good service and great food, you’ll enjoy the relaxing atmosphere. Set on a hillside, most of the rooms have sea views, and there are lots of activities, as well as an idyllic private beach.
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Beach holidays
Coco de Mer Hotel stands beside the sandy beach at Anse Bois de Rose, on Praslin’s south-west coast. With two pools, lots of activities and a gently sloping beach, it is great for children and one of the best spots for a family beach holiday.
See ideas for Beach holidays in Seychelles

Children

Attitude towards children
Coco de Mer Hotel is a very family-friendly resort.
Property’s age restrictions
None.
Special activities & services
Babysitting can be arranged on request (for ages 3yrs and up), though parents should be aware that staff are not formally trained in child-minding.
Equipment
Cots and highchairs can be provided.
Generally recommended for children
Children are very welcome here and with two pools, lots of activities and a gently sloping beach, it is great option for families with children.
Notes
The pool are unfenced and there is direct acess to the beach. There are also some steep drops. So children must be supervised by their parents at all times.

Communications

Power supply notes
UK -style 3-square-pin sockets are fitted throughout. International adaptors are available on request.
Communications
In room telephones are provided. There is cellphone reception and complimentary WiFi is available in the main area.
TV & radio
Each room has its own television with some news, sports and movie channels.
Water supply
Mains
Water supply notes
All rooms have a flushing toilet, shower and bathtub.

Health & safety

Malarial protection recommended
No
Medical care
The nearest hospital is in Baie St Anne 5 minutes' drive away.
Dangerous animals
Low Risk
Security measures
There is 24 hour security at Coco de Mer.
Fire safety
There are fire extinguishers in all of the rooms.

Activities

  • Birdwatching

    Birdwatching

  • Self-guided walking

    Self-guided walking

  • Snorkelling

    Snorkelling

Extras

Disabled access
Not Possible
Laundry facilities
Full Laundry Service - Extra Charge
Money
There are electronic safes in the rooms.
Accepted payment on location
Visa, MasterCard and Amex credit cards are accepted, as well as all cash in Seychellois Rupees, Euro, US dollars and Pounds Sterling.

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When to go to Praslin Island

Our month by month guide: What it's like to visit Coco de Mer Hotel in Praslin Island


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Seychelles in January

January is the wettest month of the year in the Seychelles: temperatures are warm, humidity levels high, and short, tropical downpours are common. Cyclone activity elsewhere in the Indian Ocean often results in heavy cloud cover too.

Although generally calm, the warm, north-west trade winds tend to litter Praslin’s east coast with seaweed – perfectly harmless, but can make swimming less pleasant.
Picture-perfect beaches are abound on opposites sides of the island. Waves and currents are also strong on Mahé’s north-west coast at this time.

For wildlife spectacles, January has definite highlights and Bird Island is particularly special at this time of year. The Hawksbill turtle hatchlings start emerging from mid December to mid March, and their journey to the ocean is wonderful to witness. Throughout the year the bird-watching is excellent, but from end-August to end-May, migratory birds from Alaska and Siberia appear.

  • The wettest time of year to travel, with high humidity levels.
  • Rain comes in short tropical downpours, after which the sun comes out.
  • Prices over the Christmas and New Year period rise significantly.
  • Hawksbill turtles can be seen hatching.
  • Migratory birds on shore from Alaska and Siberia.

Our view

A good time to visit, with pros & cons

Weather in January

Seychelles in February

Like January, February is one of the archipelago’s wettest months. Afternoon downpours are to be expected, humidity levels can be extremely high and cloudy skies the norm.

Although generally calm, the warm, north-west trade winds tend to litter Praslin’s east coast with seaweed – perfectly harmless, but can make swimming less pleasant. Picture-perfect beaches are abound on opposites sides of the island. Waves and currents are also strong on Mahé’s north-west coast at this time.

For wildlife spectacles, February does have highlights and Bird Island is particularly special at this time of year. The Hawksbill turtle hatchlings start emerging from mid December to mid March, and their journey to the ocean is wonderful to witness. Throughout the year the bird-watching is excellent, but from end-August to end-May, migratory birds from Alaska and Siberia appear.

  • Warm weather all year round.
  • One of the wettest months, expect clear mornings and wet afternoons.
  • Good time of year for birding, with migratory birds in residence.
  • Hawksbill turtles can be seen hatching.

Our view

A good time to visit, with pros & cons

Weather in February

Seychelles in March

The heavy rains of the first few months start to die down by March, and the temperature begins to rise. Most days will be clear, with clouds sometimes gathering to a short thunderstorm in the late afternoon.

The calm, warm, north-west trade winds tend to litter Praslin’s east coast with seaweed – perfectly harmless, but can make swimming less pleasant. Picture-perfect beaches are abound on opposites sides of the island.

It is possible to dive throughout the year in the Seychelles, however waters are calmest from March to November, making this a great time of year for underwater adventures.

For wildlife enthusiasts, Hawksbill turtle hatchlings start emerging from mid December to mid March, and their journey to the ocean is wonderful to witness. Throughout the year the bird-watching is excellent, but from end-August to end-May, migratory birds from Alaska and Siberia arrive, displaying their often spectacular breeding plumage in their final month ashore, while from March-November, a staggeringly large colony of Sooty Terns chatter and roost across the island.

  • Warm weather all year round.
  • Rains ease off and temperatures begin to rise
  • Great for diving, with warm water, good visibility, and calm seas.
  • The Hawksbill turtles generally hatch around now.
  • Great time of year for birding, migratory species are still around.

Our view

A good time to visit, with pros & cons

Weather in March

Seychelles in April

April is the calmest, warmest month of the year, making it one of the best months to visit the Seychelles. The wind drops, the temperature is delightfully warm and the seas are calm, offering great diving and brilliant visibility.
The birding is great, particularly on Bird Island, when migratory birds from Alaska and Siberia are resident and displaying their often spectacular breeding plumage in their final month ashore. An enormous, chattering colony of Sooty Terns roost on the island from March-November.

In late April, the capital city, Victoria, comes alive for the colourful parades of the Carnaval International de Victoria, with street performances, costume parades and parties.

  • One of the warmest and most pleasant months of the year.
  • Great diving with calm, warm water and clear visibility.
  • Windless periods make for lovely swimming and gentle boat excursions.
  • Good value rates, outside the Easter school holidays.
  • Good time of year for birding.

Our view

A very good time to visit

Weather in April

Seychelles in May

May is the start of a relatively dry period and one of the best months to visit. There is little rain with plenty of warm beach days under clear blue skies.

The cooler, drier, south-east trade winds bring lively seas to south-west Mahé and result in seaweed being washed up onto the beaches of Praslin’s south coast, though idyllic beaches await elsewhere.

Birding is good, particularly on Bird Island, with migratory birds from Alaska and Siberia appearing up until the end of the month, displaying their often spectacular breeding plumage in their final month ashore. A vast colony of Sooty Terns chatter and roost from March-November.

  • Warm, dry weather.
  • Great diving with calm, warm water and clear visibility.
  • Calm and windless periods, make for lovely swimming & boat excursions.

Our view

A very good time to visit

Weather in May

Seychelles in June

June marks the change of seasons but there’s little rain at this time and lovely long, hot, clear days. Coming before the start of the European Summer holiday season, June is often a quieter time to visit, and in some cases reduced rates can also be found.

The cooler, drier, south-east trade winds bring lively seas to south-west Mahé and result in seaweed being washed up onto the beaches of Praslin’s south coast, though pristine beaches await elsewhere.

For wildlife enthusiasts, Green Turtles, an endangered and protected species, are more commonly seen at this time (June and September), often whilst laying their eggs on the beaches of Bird Island. Birding is also particularly good here, with breeding birds and a vast colony of Sooty Terns chattering and roosting from March-November.

  • Hot, clear days & little rain. Water temperatures drop to around 25C.
  • Whale sharks can be seen, attracted by the nutrient rich plankton.
  • Nesting Green turtles are common sightings on Bird Island.
  • Stronger winds make access to remote dive sites more difficult.
  • Accommodation prices slightly lower than high season.

Our view

Fantastic: the very best time to visit

Weather in June

Seychelles in July

July is a time to bask in lovely warm days, with little chance of rain.

The cooler, drier, south-east trade winds bring lively seas to south-west Mahé and result in seaweed being washed up onto the beaches of Praslin’s south coast, though idyllic, powder-sand beaches await elsewhere.

For wildlife enthusiasts, Green Turtles, an endangered and protected species, are more commonly seen at this time (June and September), often whilst laying their eggs on the beaches of Bird Island. Birding is also particularly good here, with breeding birds and a vast colony of Sooty Terns chattering and roosting from March-November.

  • Warm, clear days & little rain. Sea temperatures drop to around 25C.
  • Nesting Green turtles are common sightings on Bird Island.
  • Whale sharks can be seen, attracted by the nutrient rich plankton.
  • European school holidays push prices up in July and August.
  • Stronger winds make access to remote dive sites more difficult.

Our view

Fantastic: the very best time to visit

Weather in July

Seychelles in August

Similar to June and July, August is both dry and lovely, with hot, clear days, comfortable temperatures and little chance of rain.

The cooler, drier, south-east trade winds bring lively seas to south-west Mahé and result in seaweed being washed up onto the beaches of Praslin’s south coast, though idyllic beaches abound elsewhere.

For wildlife enthusiasts, Green Turtles, an endangered and protected species, are more commonly seen at this time (June and September), often whilst laying their eggs on the beaches of Bird Island. Birding is also particularly good here, with migratory birds from Alaska and Siberia appearing from end-August to end-May, displaying their spectacular breeding plumage in their final month ashore. A vast colony of Sooty Terns also chatter and roost from March-November.

  • Hot, clear days & little rain. Water temperatures drop to around 25C.
  • Nesting Green turtles are common sightings on Bird Island.
  • Whale sharks can be seen, attracted by the nutrient rich plankton.
  • European school holidays push prices up in July and August.
  • Stronger winds make access to remote dive sites more difficult.

Our view

Fantastic: the very best time to visit

Weather in August

Seychelles in September

September is generally a time of warm and clear days, with a little rain possible towards the end of the month, and rising humidity.

The cooler, drier, south-east trade winds bring lively seas to south-west Mahé and result in seaweed being washed up onto the beaches of Praslin’s south coast, though idyllic beaches abound elsewhere.

For wildlife enthusiasts, Green Turtles, an endangered and protected species, are more commonly seen at this time (June and September), often whilst laying their eggs on the beaches of Bird Island. Birding is also particularly good here, with migratory birds from Alaska and Siberia appearing from end-August to end-May, displaying their spectacular breeding plumage in their final month ashore. A vast colony of Sooty Terns also chatter and roost from March-November.

  • Warm, clear days with a chance of rain towards to the end of the month
  • A good time of for diving with calm, warm water and clear visibility.
  • Whale sharks can be seen, attracted by the nutrient rich plankton.
  • It’s generally quieter and prices are slightly lower than high season.

Our view

A very good time to visit

Weather in September

Seychelles in October

October is warm with calm conditions and rain increasing towards the end of the month.

During this calm season (October and November), whales migrate past the islands and you may spot Southern Right, Humpback and Short-finned Pilot whales. The Hawksbill Turtle nesting season also begins in October, with Bird Island being a great place to witness the event. It is unusual for a guest who stays 3-4 nights not to see a Hawksbill turtle laying their eggs. Migratory birds from Alaska and Siberia are also present here, alongside a vast, noisy colony of Sooty Terns.

The warm, north-west trade winds bring good underwater visibility for diving but do also tend to litter Praslin’s east coast with seaweed, and can make for waves and strong currents on Mahé’s north-west coast. Picture-postcard beaches abound in other areas.

For some island culture, the Festival Kreol takes places on Mahé, Praslin and La Digue in late October, with colourful celebrations of Creole heritage.

  • Warm weather with rain towards the end of the month.
  • A good time of year for diving with calm, warm, clear waters.
  • Calm, windless periods are great for swimming and boat excursions.
  • Hawsbill turtles are nesting and migratory whales are often spotted.
  • A quiet and peaceful time with fewer visitors.

Our view

A very good time to visit

Weather in October

Seychelles in November

By November, the winds start to change, bringing light, warm breezes and the start of the main rainy season. Temperatures remain warm and pleasant.

The calm north-west trade winds tend to litter Praslin’s eastern coast (Côte d’Or beaches) with seaweed, and waves and currents are strong on Mahé’s north-west coast (Beau Vallon). But elsewhere picture-perfect beaches abound and overall, the gentle winds make this a good time for water-based activities: diving, boat trips and swimming. The Seychelles Ocean Festival, celebrating marine diversity and highlighting reef protection, is held annually at this time.

Whales migrate past the islands throughout November and you may spot Southern Right, Humpback and Short-finned Pilot whales. The Hawksbill Turtle nesting season also begins in October, with Bird Island being a great place to witness the event. It is unusual for a guest who stays 3-4 nights not to see a Hawksbill turtle laying their eggs. Migratory birds from Alaska and Siberia are also present here, alongside a vast, noisy colony of Sooty Terns.

  • Warm days & little wind but the start of the main rainy season.
  • A good time of year for diving with calm, warm, clear waters.
  • Ccalm, windless periods, great for swimming and boat excursions.
  • Fewer visitors and lower accommodation costs.
  • Good opportunities to see nesting turtles and migratory whales.

Our view

A good time to visit, with pros & cons

Weather in November

Seychelles in December

December is one of the hottest and wettest months. During this Northwest Monsoon season, short tropical downpours are the norm after which the sun does generally come out again. The rain turning the islands staggeringly lush and green.

The Hawksbill Turtle nesting season is in full swing, and by mid-December some hatchlings begin to emerge. Migratory birds from Alaska and Siberia are also present, alongside a vast, noisy colony of Sooty Terns.

The calm, warm, north-west trade winds tend to litter Praslin’s east coast with seaweed, and waves and currents are strong on Mahé’s north-west coast, but there are plenty of other beautiful beaches.

Christmas is a huge celebration on the islands, for locals and hotels, and also within the southern hemisphere ‘Summer holidays’ making this an extremely busy and expensive time to visit, however, festivities are often fabulous.

  • December is hot and wet, with regular tropical downpours.
  • Vegetation is beautifully lush and green.
  • Migratory birds arrive from Europe.
  • Christmas and New Year are extremely busy times to visit.
  • Hawksbill turtles are nesting and hatching.

Our view

A good time to visit, with pros & cons

Weather in December

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