8.1
Excellent
167 USD
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Acquario Guesthouse in Praslin Island

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Seychelles, Praslin Island, Anse Petit Court, Praslin
● Center: 1.8 km
🌞 Beach - 2 min

Spacious and well-equipped apartments with multiple showers and kitchen facilities Very close to Anse Volbert beach, just a 2-minute walk Helpful and friendly staff, especially the owner Nora, who organizes trips and cooks local dishes Daily cleaning service and provision of clean beach towels Quiet location without noise from nearby cafés or traffic Some guests experienced unorganized check-in with reception often unattended Owner sometimes intruded on guest privacy during morning preparations Breakfast options described as small by some guests Certain rooms and furniture are dated and small, such as the studio with limited terrace space Shared living spaces may lack air conditioning or fans, causing discomfort during meals
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Children under 170+
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Description

Acquario Guesthouse on Praslin Island offers a range of accommodation types including studios, apartments, cottages, and villas, suitable for different group sizes and preferences. The property features non-smoking rooms, free WiFi, and free parking, with a restaurant on site and a garden and terrace for relaxation. Many guests highlight the spaciousness and cleanliness of the apartments, which come equipped with kitchens and multiple bathrooms in some units. Managed by Nora, who is praised for helpfulness and cooking local dishes, the guesthouse provides daily cleaning and beach towels. While it is not a luxury resort and some furniture shows signs of age, the quiet atmosphere and practical amenities make it a comfortable stay. The guesthouse also offers laundry and dry cleaning services and luggage storage. Pets are not allowed, and the minimum check-in age is 18 years. The property was rated 8.1/10 overall, with consistent scores of 8/10 for cleanliness, amenities, location, and service.

Location

Located just 120 meters from Anse Volbert Beach, Acquario Guesthouse is within easy walking distance to one of Praslin Island's popular beaches. The property sits along a road with low traffic but no pavement or streetlights, so caution is advised when walking after dark. The nearest restaurant, St Pierre Beach Restaurant, is 232 meters away. The dive center 'Whitetip Divers' is only a few meters from the guesthouse, making it convenient for diving enthusiasts. The village center is about a 15-minute walk, with some shops and takeaways near the beach. Praslin Island Airport (PRI) is approximately 5 kilometers from the guesthouse, providing easy access for travelers arriving by air.

Tips

  • Bring a torch if you plan to walk to the village after dark due to lack of streetlights.
  • Consider ordering a homemade dinner from the owner, Nora, who is noted for excellent local cuisine.
  • If you prefer air-conditioned spaces for cooking or dining, check room details as some shared areas lack fans or AC.

Policies and conditions

  • Child policies: Children of all ages are welcome at this property. Additional fees may be charged for children using existing beds. Add the number of children to get a more accurate price.
  • Cribs and Extra Beds: For all room types, extra beds can be added, but cribs cannot be added. Fees for extra beds are not included in the total price. For details, please contact the hotel.
  • Pets: Pets are not allowed
  • Age Requirements: The main guest checking in must be at least 18 years old
  • Paying at the hotel: MasterCard, Visa
  • Check in time: 10:30. Check out time: 10:00.
2 guests
Adults2+
Children under 170+
Age7+
Age7+
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Services and facilities

General
  • Smoke-free property
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Outdoor furniture
  • No elevators
  • Reception desk
Services and amenities
  • Laundry
  • Dry-cleaning
  • Luggage storage
Meals
  • Breakfast
  • Restaurant
Internet
  • Free Wi-Fi
Parking
  • Free parking
Pool and beach
  • Next to the beach
Pets
  • Pets Not Allowed

The hotel is located on second line from the shore.

The nearest beach is located on the distance of 120 m. It takes 2 minutes To the beach!

Hotel view

Video: Acquario Guesthouse Praslin Seychellen

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Reviews

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04.05.2026 Anika
Lovely place. Spacious apartment, clean and well equipped. Smart with two showers and beach towels. Lovely staff. Daily cleaning. Very close to the beach.
06.05.2025 Guest
Very nice. only 2 minutes from Anse Volbert beach. It is a 15 minute walk to the village. Because you have to walk alongside the road & there is no pavement or streetlights, I would suggest that you take a torch with you. The road isn't that busy, so not a big problem, but a torch will help you be seen. The staff were friendly & helpful, giving me advice re the buses & snorkelling beaches.
30.11.2024 Guest
Positiv: Nora was helpful in organizing trips. The location is good and the apartment big. Negativ: The staff is disinterested and not really friendly. Nora herself doesn’t know how to respect the privacy of her guests. She was running around our apartment and bathrooms while we were getting ready in the morning for something that could have easily waited an hour. Total disaster!!!
27.11.2024 Guest
Cute apartment a very few minutes walking to one of the best beaches on Praslin. Well equipped,very cozy and peaceful. I slept so well. Nora is an amazing host,she gave best advices for the island and organized for us some tour. She in an excellent cook. Love staying
03.09.2024 Guest
The accommodation corresponded exactly to our expectations and in particular the welcome and the cuisine offered by the owner. The accommodation is very well located, close to activities offered at Anse Volbert (diving, excursions, restaurants, etc.)
27.04.2024 Guest
The accommodation is located on a road with little traffic. The beach can be reached on foot in approx. 15 minutes. There is a diving center in the immediate vicinity. The very small "studio" at the back of the property is sufficient for a short stay. There is no view of the garden, but of a green rock face. The very small terrace facing the backyard is not very inviting. The staff are very friendly. The breakfast is extended to include fried or scrambled eggs on request. There are no restaurants nearby. There are a few restaurants, a store and takeaways on the beach.
15.04.2024 Guest
The cottage was very comfortable, close to the beach, and the staff was very welcoming. The manager Nora made us a wonderful grilled fish dinner. It was well worth it! The kitchen had everything you would need to self cater. Good value for money.
12.04.2024 Guest
Nice apartment. It was not far from the diving-club- Whitetip diving center. This was important for me. Nora - the owner of guesthouse- very hearty and hospitable. How delicious she cooks! Ask her to cook dinner for local cuisine! I would like to back to Nora!
09.01.2022 lucy
We stayed here for 3 weeks and were very happy with our stay. The appartment was very clean and spacious, had everything we needed. The staff is very firendly and helpful. We enjoyed the good location and proximity to the beach without having the noise going on at the Cafe des Artes every evening, next door. The diveschool is only a minutes walk away, as is the ocean for swimming.
18.10.2021 Katharina
We loved to stay at acquario villa. Mrs Nora, the manager, gave us a warm welcome and the staff were very nice and polite.

Everything is very clean and you have everything you need for living. We had a fully equipped kitchen, a quiet balcony to sit in the evening and the bed is very comfortable. Of course it is not a luxury resort, so for example the furniture is not brand new.

The breakfast was very delicious and with more options and different food than other hotels.

Due to the current situation with Covid, we were the only guests at this time, so we had lots of space.

We felt very save. Everybody was wearing face mask and taking care for having a distance. There was a temperature check every morning like in every hotel at the moment.

The beach (anse volbert) is only a 2 min walk from the guesthouse and the dive center "Whitetip divers" is only some meters away, too. We are divers, so it was a perfect combination.

Mrs Nora offered the option to bring homemade food to the guesthouse for dinner. It was very delicious- Especially the fish. And more food we could eat in one evening.

All in all the acquario is a nice guesthouse and we can totally recommend it. You may not expect a big Luxury Hotel, but a cozy, quiet guesthouse. For us this was perfect for relaxing, starting our vacation and for doing some scuba diving on seychelles.
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POIs near hotel

attraction
Vallée de Mai (2.3 km)
UNESCO-listed palm forest featuring endemic Coco de Mer palms. Open daily 8:30–16:30.
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Waterfall (2.6 km)
Cascading waterfall on Praslin Island surrounded by tropical forest vegetation.
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Green Villas Self Catering (52 min)
Self-catering accommodation offering independent lodging in Grand Anse.
ruins
Heritage Cinnamon Distillery (60 min)
Abandoned cinnamon processing facility preserving Seychelles' colonial spice production heritage.
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Ferdinand Nature Reserve (5 km)
Protected reserve on Praslin Island featuring endemic flora and hiking trails through native forest.

Cafe and Restaurants near hotel

restaurant
St Pierre Beach Restaurant (3 min)

Frequently asked questions about Acquario Guesthouse

How close is Acquario Guesthouse to the nearest beach?

The guesthouse is only 120 meters from Anse Volbert Beach, approximately a 2-minute walk.

Are pets allowed at Acquario Guesthouse?

Pets are not allowed at this property.

What types of rooms and apartments does the guesthouse offer?

Room types include Run of House, Standard, Superior, various Apartments (1 to 2 bedrooms, single to sextuple occupancy), Studios, Villas, and Cottages, with configurations for singles, doubles, triples, quadruples, families, and larger groups.

Is there on-site dining available?

Yes, Acquario Guesthouse has a restaurant where the owner also prepares local dishes.

How far is the airport from the guesthouse?

Praslin Island Airport (PRI) is about 5 kilometers away from Acquario Guesthouse.

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