My first visit to Seychelles started with a stay at Raffles and it was the best decision ever ! Got upgraded to an ocean view pool villa which was amazing . The room , the pool , the terrace,the bathtub, the VIEW , 11/10 . Very clean and modern. Everyone is so friendly, kind , helpful and always with a smile . Going around happens by a buggy as the hotel is situated on a steep hill . You never wait more than 2-3 min when you call for one . Food is great. The fruit is so delicious. Losean restaurant was really good and the Takamaka is amazing for cocktails at sunset around 18pm . Spa is beautiful. Has an option for both indoor and outdoor pavilions where you can enjoy your treatment. They are the first hotel that I go to that offers facial treatments with the cosmetic brand biologique recherche . They definitely win in that. Beach … crystal water, so exotic . Staff was giving fruit lollipops to refresh and also you can get beach towels from there. Complimentary non motorized sports . You can see the tortoises at the hotel as well. The gym has everything you actually need for a training session. Check in/out was very fast and the staff explained very well where everything at the hotel actually is. For sure do a day visit to Vallee de mai and Anse Lazio . Not far from the hotel. Definitely owns up to the 5 star they have ! Can’t wait to go back next year !