Coral Strand Smart Choice in Beau Vallon
✅ Excellent guest relations with named staff like Chamara and Shihan praised for personalized care ✅ Spacious, recently renovated rooms described as chic and modern with good soundproofing ✅ Multiple dining options on-site with friendly and attentive restaurant staff ✅ Prime beachfront location with easy access to beach, restaurants, and nightlife ✅ High ratings for cleanliness, amenities, location, and service consistently mentioned ❌ Ongoing renovations caused noise and dust, affecting some guests' rest ❌ Some rooms reported as small and with poor soundproofing in certain areas ❌ Limited sun loungers and umbrellas on the beach, with some services like drinks at dinner charged extra ❌ One review mentioned unfriendly staff and the food being bland despite variety ❌ No gym facilities available, which may disappoint fitness-focused travelers
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Description
Coral Strand Smart Choice is a four-star hotel established in 1972 and renovated in 2012, located on Mahe Island’s northwest shore. The property features 165 rooms within a five-story horseshoe-shaped building, set on a 35,000 m² beachfront territory along the famous 3-kilometer Beau Vallon Beach. Rooms include various ocean, garden, and mountain views, with options such as Signature Double, Signature Superior, and a Penthouse with ocean views. Guests can enjoy three on-site restaurants offering international, sushi, and Indian cuisines, as well as a bar with live music in the evenings. The hotel provides family-friendly amenities including a children’s pool and cots on request. Facilities also include a swimming pool, banquet and conference halls, a souvenir shop, and limited paid Wi-Fi in public areas. The attentive staff, especially the guest relations team, receives high praise for exceptional service, contributing to a welcoming atmosphere.
Location
The hotel sits directly on Beau Vallon Beach, just 50 meters from the sandy shore, allowing easy beach access. It is 11 km from Seychelles International Airport (SEZ), approximately a 20-minute drive by car. The capital city, Victoria, lies 5 km away, providing additional shopping and dining options nearby. Close to the hotel are local restaurants such as Mahek (79 m away), known for Indian cuisine with a chef trained in prestigious Indian hotels, and Latino Tropical (109 m). The hotel is also adjacent to water activities including diving and snorkeling centers right on the beach. This central location offers guests convenient access to nightlife, markets, and local eateries within walking distance.
Tips
- Book rooms away from ongoing renovation areas to avoid noise disturbances.
- Bring your own charging adapters if traveling from abroad, although the hotel provides various socket options.
- For beach comfort, consider bringing or renting umbrellas and sun loungers early as these are limited.
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: Extra bed and crib policies may vary according to room type. Please refer to the room type details for more information.
- Breakfast: Buffet Additional breakfast fees are not included in the total and need to be paid at the property.
- 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: 14:00. Check out time: 10:00.
Services and facilities
- Shopping on site
- Air conditioning
- 24-hour reception
- Elevator/lift
- Currency exchange
- Smoke-free property
- Security guard
- Newspapers
- Ticket assistance
- Gift shop
- Express check-in/check-out
- Garden
- Television in lobby
- Terrace
- Fire Extinguisher
- Bridal suite
- Non-smoking rooms
- Room service
- Interconnecting rooms available
- Family room
- VIP room amenities
- Cable TV
- Minibar
- Hairdryer
- Flat-screen TV
- Shower/Bathtub
- Shower
- Wardrobe/Closet
- Linens
- Laptop safe
- Slippers
- Toiletries
- Accessibility features
- Wheelchair Accessible
- Ironing
- Luggage storage
- Laundry
- Safe-deposit box
- Concierge services
- Dry-cleaning
- Luggage storage
- Wake-up service
- Telephone
- Bar
- Diet menu (on request)
- Breakfast
- Buffet breakfast
- Restaurant
- Restaurant (buffet style)
- Kitchen
- Packed Lunches
- Free Wi-Fi
- Internet
- Car rental
- Airport transportation
- Taxi booking
- Spanish
- German
- Russian
- English
- Italian
- French
- Multi-language staff
- Arabic
- Chinese
- Tour assistance
- Library
- Barbecue grill(s)
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Barbeque
- Sun Deck
- Parking
- Parking nearby
- Swimming pool
- Indoor Pool
- Outdoor pool
- Beach facilities
- Water sport facilities
- Pool facilities
- Beach/pool towels
- Public beach
- Next to the beach
- Business center
- Event facilities
- Fax and copy machine
- Meeting and presentation facilities
- Conference Hall
- Diving
- Snorkelling
- Tennis court
- Doctor
- First Aid Kit
- Babysitting and childcare
- Children swimming pool
- Family/Kid Friendly
- Pets Not Allowed
The hotel is located on first line from the shore.
The nearest beach is located on the distance of 50 m. It takes 1 minute To the beach!
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Reviews
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We were looked after very well. Reception staff very helpful just to mention Sanjay and Sakura. Huge choices for breakfast where restaurant staff Sandesh and Sidd who went out of their way to help us. By the swimming pool we got excellent service from Krishna and Prabhat. I would definitely recommend this hotel for holiday in Seychelles.
The location was perfect with direct access to the beach and shopping and key facilities in the vicinity considering transport
is not easy here .
But that’s just the beginning . The team here is very friendly . Starting with Shihan at the guest relations desk , very helpful and ensures that everything is taken care of . They figured out our preferences and gave us their best . The birthday cake and room decor was very thoughtful .
The room was lavish , house keeping on point and the restaurant felt like home .
Restaurant staff were always keen to serve both at breakfast and the ocean deck .
They had taken care of every detail like the switch board had all kind of socket options wherever u are from . This was a big deal not having to run around for a charging socket .Chef Paul insisted not to take breakfast before a rough sea trip to Praslin . Again empathy and care .
The general warmth of the place and the staff is a clear positive . Made our vacation extra special !
The room was very small, and the soundproofing was so poor that I could hear my neighbor using the restroom.
Location: Excellent, close to everything.
Breakfast: Ok, average.
Not worth the price. Highly recommended!
Housing keeping is great.
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Frequently asked questions about Coral Strand Smart Choice
What types of rooms are available at Coral Strand Smart Choice?
Room types include Signature Double room Garden, Signature Double room Mountains & Garden, Signature Double room Ocean, Signature Silhouette Honeymoon Double room, Signature Superior Double room, Signature Superior Double room Garden, Signature Superior Double room Ocean, Signature Superior with Kitchenette Double room Ocean, Signature Classic Double room Ocean, and Signature Penthouse room Ocean.
Is Wi-Fi included in the stay at this hotel?
Wi-Fi is available in public areas but is provided for an additional fee.
Are children allowed at Coral Strand Smart Choice and what facilities are offered for them?
Children of all ages are welcome. The hotel offers a children’s pool and cots on request. Additional fees may apply for children using existing beds.
Does the hotel allow pets?
Pets are not allowed at Coral Strand Smart Choice.
What dining options are available within the hotel?
The hotel has three restaurants: The Islander Trader (international cuisine), Coral Asia Sushi Restaurant, and Mahek (Indian cuisine). There is also a bar offering light snacks, menu dishes throughout the day, drinks, and live music in the evenings.
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