Surrounded by tropical forest, perfectly positioned at the most popular beach, the Coral Strand Hotel offers a spectacular view over the Indian Ocean. The 3 kilometres long, white sandy beach will leave a lasting impression with the visitor.

Fresh fish dishes are offered at the Bistro, tempting your pallet with the Catch of the Day. The popular two-storey bar offers an extensive range of beverages and cocktails with stunning views of the beach and views of the sunset.

Windsurfing, snorkeling equipment and canoes are offered free of charge with motorized sports at discounted rates. A PADI dive centre is located at the Coral Strand Hotel, the first lesson is free of charge.

Location

Nestled in the Beau Vallon Bay, the most famous beach of Mahé, the Coral Strand Hotel is only 15 km away from the international Airport of Mahé and 5 km from Victoria, the exotic capital of the Seychelles. One of Mahe's best-known medium-class resorts, the Coral Strand Hotel also adjoins Beau Vallon Bay, the island's finest beach. It's a relaxed venue ideal for all who enjoy an informal atmosphere, and provides exceptional value, with a good standard of facilities and access to a choice of watersports. The hotel is an international meeting point and the cultural centre of Mahé for visitors from all over the world. Coral Strand Hotel - accommodation Coral Strand Hotel - accommodation

Accommodation

The Coral Strand Hotel has 110 compact Standard rooms

Standard rooms

10 more spacious Superior Mini-suites (some split-level with spiral staircase)

20 Family Suites (up to 4 adults)

One Deluxe Suite Mini Suites-maisonette style, bed room and sitting room connected with an artistic spiral Mini Suites, bed room, sitting room Family rooms with connecting doors All rooms are equipped with bathtub/shower, WC, international telephone, radio, electronic personal safe, hair dryer and are individually air-conditioned. The lift connects the ground floor up to level 4. Most of the rooms have balconies facing the sea or the mountains

Restaurants / Bars

Island Trader - is the Main Restaurant with a high ceiling and a view of the Indian Ocean, including Silhouette and North Island. Breakfast Buffet is served between 07.00 and 09.30, a daily changing Buffet-Dinner is served from 19.00 to 21.30 hrs

Bistro - The Bistro is located directly at the beach and opens from 12.00 to 21.30 hrs. with à la carte service. Vegetarian dishes and children menus are served on request.

Mahek - A fully air-conditioned Indian Gourmet Restaurant, featuring a rich selection of kebabs, tandoori delicacies, exotic curries and biryanis served in traditional antique style service ware. The "show cooking kitchen" permits our guests to watch the chefs while they prepare delicious dishes

Pool Bar - The refurbished 2-storey Pool Bar offers wonderful ocean views, featuring a fantastic sunset behind Silhouette Island. The bar serves drinks and exotic cocktails from noon to midnight, being an informal meeting place for locals and guests from overseas

Silhouette Lounge - Complimentary afternoon tea and coffee is served from 16.00 to 17.00 hrs at the Silhouette Lounge, featuring selection of cakes and crêpes at a reasonable price for our hotel guests

Management Cocktail - Every Monday, our hotel guests have the opportunity to meet other guests and the management team at the Management Cocktail in the Silhouette Lounge. Juices are served free of charge from 18.30 to 19.30 hrs. and some experts for excursions and other activities are there to respond to questions

Lunch Packets - Are available on request, e.g. for excursions

Various - Swimming-Pool with lawn for sunbathing Car hire- and local Tour Operator desks for sight seeing tours and excursions are located near the reception.

Foreign Exchange - Most foreign currencies, Traveller Cheques and Credit Cards (Diners, Visa, Eurocard, AmericanExpress) are accepted

Hospital & Medicine - The Beau Vallon clinic is one km away, the Victoria hospital is 7 km away

Electric Currency - 220 - 240 V, with English and European connector systems. Adaptors can be borrowed from reception

Children - High chairs, cots and baby-sitters will be arranged on request. There is a children pool with fresh water next to the main pool. A popattractiis the turtle garden with its fountain T Emperatures - Usually around 27° Celsius, with a low in June (24° Celsius) and a high in December (30° Celsius)

Handicapped Guests - They have no problem to reach the hotel facilities. On the ground floor there are no stairs to the restaurant and the pool area. There is a lift from the ground floor to level 4

Entertainment - Musical Entertainment - Local musicians offer folklore dances and Creole music - Shopping - The boutique next to the reception sells souvenirs, beautiful hand-made ship models and other local items - Haidresser - Located on the 4th floor of the hotel - Leisure Activities - Coins for the billiard table are available at the reception. For playing table tennis the reception will provide the tennis bats/balls on request

Diving - The PADI 5 Diving Centre with a shop for diving equipment, is located next to the Mahek- Restaurant. Hotel guests receive 10 % discount on all diving arrangements and tours conducted by internationally experienced dive instructors.. The first hour (trial) is complimentary to our hotel guests

Water Sports - Non-motorised water sport equipment is free of charge, like body board, windsurfing hobby catamaran and snorkelling Motorised water-sport equipment like water-skiing, paragliding, banana boat or jet skis is located at the beach in front of the hotel. A discount of 10% will be granted to our hotel guests

Deep See Fishing - You can have your exploits from the sea prepared by our chefs. For Diving lessions and Snorkel excursions please contact Teddy and Lesley at the desk near the swimming pool

Glass Bottom Boat - Teddy & Lesley are also in charge of the excursions with the Glass Bottom boat NATURE WALKS - Interesting excursions through the rain forest, either by yourself of with experienced guides can be arranged at the reception

Cooking Classes - Featuring Creole cuisine can be arranged with our chefs on request OBSERVATORY - Coral Strand Hotel’s computerised telescope on the roof-top of the hotel provides an unique impression of the universe. Twice a week there is an "introduction to the stars" presentation with slides AROMA THERAPY & REIKI - One of the hotel’s greatest aim is to offer relaxation and rest to the guest. Aroma therapy messages and Reiki treatment will help to relax and renew the natural body energy. For treatments and further information please contact the reception

Ayurvea - This ancient system of Medicine provides an excellent opportunity for regeneration and recovery.The Coral Strand Hotel offers in co-operation with Dr. Chetty’s "LeNiol Health Resort" an exclusive Ayurveda program. Therapies are adapted individually to each guest. The Health Resort is situated approx. 300 metres above the Coral Strand Hotel, surrounded by a tropical forest and with a fabulous panoramic view of the Indian Ocean.