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Papaya Guesthouse in Victoria

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● Center: 4 km

✅ Hosts provide warm and helpful hospitality including complimentary airport pickup and transport advice ✅ Rooms are spacious with mountain views, equipped with small fridge, ceiling fan, and private bathrooms with hot water ✅ Shared kitchen is well-equipped and available 24/7 with free water, tea, coffee, and sugar ✅ Peaceful natural surroundings with a tropical garden featuring fruit trees that guests can use ✅ Free parking and convenient bus stop within walking distance for island transport ❌ WiFi connection can be slow or unstable at times due to the remote location ❌ Limited nightlife or entertainment options immediately around the guesthouse ❌ Bus service finishes early in the evening, which may restrict late travel plans

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Rooms and prices

2 guests

Adults−2+

Children under 17−0+

Age−7+

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3 Bedrooms Villa

Private bathroom

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Run of House

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Standard room

Private bathroom

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Standard Single room

Private bathroom

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Standard Family room

Family room with bathroom

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Standard Double room

Private bathroom

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Apartment

Wireless internet, shower and private bathroom

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1 Bedroom Apartment

Wireless internet, shower and private bathroom

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1 Bedroom Double Apartment

Private bathroom

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1 Bedroom Villa

Private bathroom

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3 Bedrooms Villa with garden view

Kitchen, wireless internet and shower

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Kitchen in the room

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3 Bedrooms Double Villa with garden view

Private bathroom

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3 Bedrooms Quadruple Villa with garden view

Private bathroom

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3 Bedrooms Quintuple Villa with garden view

Private bathroom

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Cottage with view

Private bathroom

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Description

Papaya Guesthouse is a 3-star property located on Mahe Island, offering a quiet stay surrounded by a tropical garden. The guesthouse consists of a single-story building with about six rooms spread across different levels. Guests have access to a shared kitchen equipped with essentials, a garden with fruit and lime trees, and a terrace. Rooms range from Standard Single rooms to 3 Bedrooms Villas with garden views, accommodating various group sizes. The accommodation provides free parking, WiFi, a bar, laundry services, and car hire. The family-run guesthouse is known for its warm hospitality and personalized support, including airport transfers and local transport advice. The atmosphere is peaceful and natural, with fruit bats often seen nearby and birdsong filling the air. Expect spacious rooms with private bathrooms and some with mountain views, as well as shared common areas for dining and relaxation.

Location

Papaya Guesthouse sits on La Misere Road, approximately 5 km from Seychelles International Airport (SEZ). The public sandy beach Anse Tec-Tec is around 1.9 km away, roughly a 15-minute drive. The guesthouse is situated on a hilly interior area of Mahe, near a bus stop within a five-minute walk that connects to Victoria city and other island locations. The bus service ends around 7 pm except Sundays and holidays. Major beaches like Port Launay and Beau Vallon require one or two bus changes from the nearby stop. The French embassy lies close by, and the guesthouse provides easy access to transport options for exploring the island.

Tips

Bring your own shampoo as it is not provided in bathrooms.
Use the shared kitchen to prepare meals with fresh fruit from the garden.
Plan your outings around the bus schedule since service ends by 7 pm most days.

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, cribs can be added. Extra bed policies vary according to room type. Please refer to the relevant room type policy. Fees for extra beds and cribs are not included in the total price. For details, please contact the hotel.
Pets: Pets are allowed
Age Requirements: The main guest checking in must be at least 18 years old
Managed by a private host: This property is managed by a private host. A private host refers to a party who rents one or more properties for purposes not related to their trade, business, or profession.
Check in time: 12:00-23:00. Check out time: 17:00.

2 guests

Adults−2+

Children under 17−0+

Age−7+

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Services and facilities

General

Smoking areas
Smoke-free property
Garden
Terrace
Outdoor furniture
No elevators

Rooms

Non-smoking rooms

Services and amenities

Laundry

Meals

Breakfast
Common kitchen

Internet

Free Wi-Fi
Internet

Transfer

Car rental
Transfer services

Languages Spoken

English
French
Multi-language staff

Recreation

Barbecue grill(s)
Picnic area
Barbeque
Sun Deck

Parking

Parking

Pool and beach

Beach/pool towels

Pets

Pets Not Allowed

The hotel is located on third line from the shore.

The nearest beach is located on the distance of 1930 m. It takes 29 minutes To the beach!

Street view

Video: Papaya Guesthouse - Mahe - Seychelles

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Reviews

Cleanliness

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Service

28.03.2026 Guest

The homestay way beyond my expectations. Everything was great. The amazing host, the room, the transfer and the facilities inside the house were just as I expected from a stay that will have a long-lasting memory. The host was indeed very helpful with all my requests and also advised me to the transportation options within the island. The kitchen was well equipped will all the necessities needed to make a good meal. The room was big and spacious and the bathroom was also quite roomy. In the garden, there were fruit and lime trees, which you can use in your cooking. Just ask the host's mother, who is very nice and kind. The location of this house is right up there on the hilly interior of the island, but there is a bus stop just five minutes' walk from the place. So, it is convenient after all. The only thing the maybe could be better was the Wifi connection, which from time to time, was slow. But I believe that this is quite common in a remote place like this.

12.02.2026 Guest

- LOCATION: is above Mountain beside French embassy on famous road connected “Victoria” city to the West coast. Bus St. is closed 50m away to arrive everywhere in island including SEZ-Airport via Victoria bus terminal where you can buy unlimited use tourist bus Card paid cash or card against SCR 100-190-350 for 1-4-8 days. Bus finish about 19:00 except in Sundays & Holidays and working with time schedule. Officially, checked big Bag is not allowed (There is no space, 5 seats per raw) but you actually still ride with bag. The best Beaches “Port Launay”, you can catch by 1 bus only #13 to the S.W. direction & “Beau Vallon” Beach catch by 2 buses to N.W. direction. - Double ROOM with mountain view in upper floor is better than the description during the reservation includes small Fridge, 2 Windows, multi languages TV channels, (enough) ceiling Fan, Cupboard & Chair, and private Bath with hot water but without shampoo plus WF is existing and strong. - HOTEL: is from about 6 rooms distributed in different levels. Large shared Kitchen with dining area at ground floor is complete include 24 hr. free (Water +Tea +Coffee +Sugar) and beside it shared Bathroom & Toilet serve 2 rooms. Garden is nice with fruits and different seats. There is another Sitting area at lower floor include shared TV plus small Safety Box. I didn’t use the Parking and there is no atmosphere or night life. - STAFF: is Family run live in the same place were welcomy and helpful. They give many different Fruits. The Son picked me up from the Airport Free of charge because I reserved 6 nights and during the road to the hotel show me the East View point for Eden (Artificial) island plus after you checked me in, took me to the city at Victoria bus terminal to but the bus Card. Hotel Car to Airport = 25EUR /400SCR, to Ferry Port = 10EUR /150R, and 1-day use tour around the island = 90EUR /1500R.

07.01.2026 Guest

We just spent the weekend with my family at the guest house. Marianne is a great host and we had very hearty laughs during our conversations. The place is nestled in nature and we saw the biggest population of fruit bats in one tree ever. The price is quite affordable and the rooms provide comfort. Thank you for a wonderful experience.

13.05.2025 Anna

I liked everything. The hostess was hospitable, the view from the window was stunning, and there was an extra bed in the room for two. It was like being in the jungle, with birds singing everywhere and an interesting atmosphere.

21.10.2024 Guest

My experience at Papaya was simply unforgettable. As soon as we arrived, we were greeted with great warmth and hospitality. We had a spacious accommodation.

The location is ideal, the house is central which allowed us to reach the spots quickly while offering a calm and relaxing setting.

I highly recommend this guest house to anyone looking for an authentic and relaxing getaway. It was a real favorite, and I will not hesitate to come back the next time I am in the area.

12/10 for Jimmy and the whole family🫶🏼

14.04.2024 Annelies

Very peaceful accommodation, 10’ from Victoria and the hosts are amazing! Jimmy arrange a tour around Mahé with a lot of hidden gems at a good price. Also Mary offered us to wash our clothes if nessecery.
We had a blast!😁

15.03.2024 Ron

Mary Anne is a very sweet and accommodating woman. I used her kitchen to make my own coffee and sat at the kitchen table to use my computer. I have odd sleeping habits and was often up at night working which was no problem. She gives you paaya from her yard.

11.03.2024 Wanda

Im the middle of the mountain very accesible with bus or taxi, very big room with kitchen and bathroom, the owner is amazing. I had the yummiest breakfast with fruit from their garden

09.03.2024 Ute

Very friendly and welcoming staff, room/‚villa‘ with own washing machine, the bus stop is at 200m distance from the place.

09.03.2024 Jimenez

Polite people. Well situated, Next to the Road that I used

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Frequently asked questions about Papaya Guesthouse

What types of rooms can I book at Papaya Guesthouse?

The guesthouse offers various room types including Run of House, Standard rooms (Single, Family, Double), Apartments, 1 Bedroom Apartments and Villas, as well as 3 Bedrooms Villas with garden views and Cottages with views.

Is there parking available at the hotel?

Yes, free parking is available for guests at Papaya Guesthouse.

Are pets allowed at Papaya Guesthouse?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How far is the nearest beach from the guesthouse?

Anse Tec-Tec beach is approximately 1.9 km away from the guesthouse.

Does the guesthouse provide airport transfer services?

Airport pickup is arranged free of charge for guests staying six nights or more. Otherwise, transfers to the airport are available for a fee.