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Mahé Island
Saint Anne Island Beacon I.
De Quincy Village
Belle Ombre
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Cascade
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USAF satellite tracking station Seychelles International Airport
ACCOMMODATION Commanding a majestic view of the Indian Ocean, the 60 exquisite pool villas are perched on hilly terrain amid exotic flora and fauna. These villas combine the very best of Seychellois architecture – contemporary, colonial and ‘plantation’ décor – from high sloping ceilings, airy verandahs and louvered doors to ethnic woven textiles. Every villa features its own private infinity pool, spacious living and dining pavilions, bathroom with ‘His and Her’ vanity counter, mini-bar, in-villa safe, tea and coffeemaking facilities, hairdryer, IDD telephone, ceiling fan, air conditioning, DVD/CD player with audio system, satellite television and internet connection. Wireless internet connection access is available in the lobby and main hotel building.
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Overview LOCATION Situated in the scenic Intendance Bay along the southwestern coastline of Mahé with spectacular views of the Indian Ocean, Banyan Tree Seychelles is only 30 minutes from Mahé International Airport and 45 minutes from the capital, Victoria.
FACILITIES • Banyan Tree Spa – Provides an extensive range of massage, body and beauty treatments. • Banyan Tree Gallery – A lifestyle gallery showcasing indigenous arts and crafts from community projects worldwide. • Meeting Facilities – Boardroom. • Fitness Facilities – Gymnasium. • Swimming Pool – Free-form infinity pool. • Outdoor Tennis Court. • Water Sports Facilities – Snorkelling, canoeing, diving and fishing offsite can be arranged. • Excursions - Mahé sightseeing, island hopping, seasonal Hawksbill and Green Sea Turtle watching or mountain bike riding.
Destination Dining Against the backdrop of Seychelles’ deepest blues, a range of intimate dining experiences await. Specially created and conceptualised to epitomise the romance of travel, four exclusive dining experiences await. • Sea and Stars – The ultimate night out for you and your loved one. Dine by the private poolside of the exclusive Presidential Villa, accompanied by dozens of flickering candles and followed by a once-in-a-lifetime overnight stay in the Presidential Villa. • Grill on the Sands – Pick a favourite location on the beautiful white sands of Intendance Bay, and return at dusk to experience a sizzling Grill on the Sands. • Moonlight Gazebo – Perfectly located in an iconic and romantic wooden pavilion, the Moonlight Gazebo is set on Intendance Beach by the swelling crash of ocean waves.
DINING FACILITIES • Saffron – Tantalises with award-winning Thai cuisine and Southeast Asian specialities. • Au Jardin d’Epices – Serves international favourites in a casual setting overlooking the bay. • La Varangue – The perfect spot to relax with an invigorating cocktail. • Chez Lamar – Offers an exhilarating journey of Creole cuisine filled with an irresistible blend of spices and flavours. • Beach Picnics – Can be arranged with exclusive wines from the cellar and gourmet creations specially prepared by the Executive Chef. • Pool Bar – Ideal for enjoyment of exotic cocktails. • In-Villa Dining – Options include a comprehensive à la carte menu and outdoor barbecue under the stars.
Hillside Pool Villa Perched on picturesque hilly slopes and surrounded by abundant flora, pick from the 22 spacious villas which come complete with a plush master bedroom, separate dressing rooms, indoor sunken bath, private Relaxation Pool, living pavilion and sundeck ideal for basking in the glorious sunshine.
Estimated Floor Area 97sqm All plans are not drawn to scale
Beachfront Spa Pool Villa Kissing the silky sands of the Intendance Bay, the 22 luxuriously appointed villas offer direct access to the beach. Each one-bedroom haven is complete with a private swimming pool, massage pavilion, sprawling verandah, steam room, outdoor jet pool and shower. All villas are decorated with unique art pieces inspired by the legendary coco-de-mer – a rare and protected nut only found in the Seychelles.
Pool Villa By-The-Rocks Enjoy your holiday in the complete seclusion of majestic boulders by Intendance Bay. Each of the four villas offers a private pool, verandah, sun lounge, sunken bath, outdoor jet pool, elegant bedrooms and an extraordinary view of the Indian Ocean.
Estimated Floor Area 105sqm All plans are not drawn to scale
Estimated Floor Area 251sqm All plans are not drawn to scale
Two-Bedroom DoublePool Beachfront Villa Double the pleasure, twice the intimacy. Each of the six expansive villas features a pair of private pools, open-air dining areas, a jet pool, sprawling master bedrooms, as well as a 24-hour In-Villa Host and InVilla Chef services. Estimated Floor Area 826sqm All plans are not drawn to scale
Intendance Pool Villa Be immersed in old-world architecture set against verdant surroundings. The five exclusive villas boast the finest in luxury and incomparable views of the Intendance Bay and the Indian Ocean. Within, a host of pampering facilities such as a sunken bath, verandah, living pavilion, private pool and jet pool awaits.
Estimated Floor Area 165sqm All plans are not drawn to scale
Awa rds And Accolades Banyan Tre e has re ce ive d ov e r 8 0 0 awards an d accolade s sin ce it was f oun ded i n 1994. Som e of t he k e y win s in 2 0 1 1 and 2 0 1 2 are h igh light e d be low: Travel Business Leader Award Asia Pacific 2012 CNBC Travel Business Leader Award Asia Pacific 2012 Mr Ho Kwon Ping
Lifetime Achievement Award Resort Development 2011 Asian Strategy & Leadership Institute Mr Ho Kwon Ping
Top Thinker
Presidential Villa
SIAS 12th Investors Choice Awards 2011 Banyan Tree Hotels and Resorts
Winner, Preservation
Real Estate Personality of the Year
Middle East Leading Desert Spa Resort World Travel Awards 2012 Banyan Tree Al Wadi
UAE’s Leading Beach Resort
World Travel Awards 2012 Banyan Tree Hotels and Resorts
World Travel Awards 2012 Banyan Tree Ras Al Khaimah Beach Resort
Best Annual Report Gold Award
Green Hotel Award 2011 - 2013
Singapore Corporate Awards 2012 Banyan Tree Hotels and Resorts
Corporate Governance Award 8th Corporate Governance Asia Annual Recognition Awards 2012 Banyan Tree Hotels and Resorts
Best Managed Board Silver Award
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Most Transparent Company Award 2011
Condé Nast Traveler 5th Annual World Savers Awards 2011 Banyan Tree Hotels and Resorts
Asia’s Leading Resort Brand
Estimated Floor Area: Villa: 446sqm • Pool: 42sqm
2011 Travel + Leisure Global Vision Award Banyan Tree Hotels and Resorts
Yahoo! Singapore 9 Awards 2011 Mr Ho Kwon Ping
South East Asia Property Awards 2011 Mr Ho Kwon Ping
Tucked away in a private cove by the water’s edge, the one and only Presidential Villa offers intimacy, exclusivity and privacy. Offering a dramatic view of the whole Intendance Bay and its natural surroundings, the Presidential Villa blends seamlessly into the lush vegetation. It can be combined with the nearby Hillside Pool Villa to become a two-bedroom Presidential Villa with twin pools.
Leadership : Education Initiative
Singapore Corporate Awards 2011 Banyan Tree Hotels and Resorts
Ministry of Tourism and Creative Economy of Indonesia Banyan Tree Bintan
Best Hotel for Leisure Facilities - Asia
Best Villa Development South East Asia
Best New Hotel in China
2012 Corporate Social Responsibility Award
Condé Nast Traveller UK Gold List 2012 Banyan Tree Lijiang Condé Nast Traveller Hot List 2012 Banyan Tree Macau
Top 10 Resorts in the Pacific Riviera
Condé Nast Travelers’ Reader’s Choice Awards 2012 Banyan Tree Cabo Marqués
Top 25 Luxury Hotels in Mexico
TripAdvisor Traveler’s Choice Awards 2012 Banyan Tree Mayakoba
Best Hotel for Leisure Facilities - Africa, Middle East and Indian Ocean Condé Nast Traveller UK Gold List 2012 Banyan Tree Seychelles
South East Asia Property Awards 2012 Banyan Tree Residences Phuket
Corporate Social Responsibility Conference 2012 Banyan Tree Club & Spa Seoul
The 35 Best New Spas in the World
Condé Nast Traveler US Hot List 2012 Banyan Tree Spa Marina Bay Sands
The World’s Top 30 Spas
Condé Nast Traveller UK The Reader’s Spa Awards 2012 Banyan Tree Spa Ringha
Top 10 International Spas Ranked 1st US Celebrated Living Readers’ Choice Platinum List 2012 Banyan Tree Spa Bangkok
500 Best Hotels in the World
Best Spa in the World
Indonesia Travel and Tourism Awards Banyan Tree Ungasan
Best Resort Hotel in Asia Pacific
Education and Training
China’s Leading Resort
Best Hotel Architectural Design - Highly Recommended
Best Spa Operator (8th Consecutive Year)
Indonesia Villa of the Year 2011/2012
World Travel Awards 2012 Banyan Tree Hangzhou
2012 Travel + Leisure 500 World’s Best Hotels Banyan Tree Bangkok Business Traveller Awards 2012 Banyan Tree Phuket
Thailand Property Awards 2012 Banyan Tree Samui
UK Daily Telegraph ULTRAS Awards 2012 Banyan Tree Spa Phuket 2012 PATA Gold Awards Banyan Tree Spa Academy
23th TTG Travel Awards 2012 Banyan Tree Spa