Anantara Maia Seychelles Villas
Seychelles
Anantara Maia Seychelles Villas
Anse Louis, P.O. Box 722, Mahé,
Seychelles
www.anantara.com/en/maia-seychelles
HOTEL INFORMATION
Group
Anantara Resorts & Spas
Shareholders
Minor Hotels, Resorts & Spas
Date of Creation
Original Opening : 09.2006 – As Anantara 01.11.2020
Hotel General Manager
Mr Mathieu Hellec started his career in F&B operations for more than ten years taking up his first GM position in Seychelles in a company specialized in hospitality solutions. Mathieu joined the team in 2018 prior to the rebranding by Anantara as the Resident Manager and completed a bachelor’s degree in Hospitality and Tourism obtained with honors.
Hotel Positioning
5 Star Luxury Boutique Hotel
Development strategy
N/A
ANANTARA MAIA SEYCHELLES VILLAS
History & Story
Designed by world renowned architect, Bill Bensley, Anantara Maia Seychelles Villas offers contemporary elegance with ultimate privacy. Luxurious villas, to blend thoughtfully with the surroundings. Superior craftsmanship and luxurious maxi-size Hermès Paris amenities all complement your relaxation. Your Villa Host is on hand anytime to address any big or small request.
Date Renewal
2019 – Decks and roofing in the main areas including our spa. Villas are retouched at least 2 times per annum on the Suncare project. The airconditioned has been changed in all villas in 2018. The decking in the main areas including our spa was done mid-2022 and the roofing late 2019.
55”DirectTV Stream systems has been implemented in all the villas in 2019
Wine Cellar has been fully renovated in 2022 now holding over 500 bottles of premium wine and champagne from both the New and Old World
Main Strengths, Special Touch
All villas comprise of a dedicated intuitive Villa Host, a personal butler to cater to your every need.
Indulge with In-Villa Dining with no extra service fees, served by your Villa Host.
Personalization of your villa based on your preferences sent prior to arrival, from your favourite song to drinks in your minibar.
Exclusive Dining by Design experience, prepared by your dedicated villa host; whether by a windswept stretch of beach or a private hillside setting under the stars.
Location
Anantara Maia Seychelles Villas is situated on a private peninsula between Anse Louis and Anse Boileau on Mahé, the largest of the islands in the Seychelles.
The resort is your gateway to deserted beaches, Un-inhabited islands and incredible aquatic adventures.
Key sites/activities in the area
• Fitness center with Techno gym with Excite equipment
• Swimming pool
• Water sports such as Snorkeling (seasonal)
• Kayaking and paddle boarding from our beach
• Garden tours
• scuba diving (seasonal)
• Tours of Victoria. Spice Spoons. Cocktail Making classes
• Wine Tasting
• Scenic Helicopter trips
• Excursions to neighboring islands.
• Dining by Design experiences
Fun Facts
Located on the private peninsula. No reception, VIP upon arrival and departure. Can easily visit over 60 secluded beach around Mahe. Can visit up to 10 other Seychelles island by helicopter or private boat. Own helipad
Children’s Corner
We love to pamper our Very Important Kinds (VIK). We have put together a great choice of activities for children including games, art projects, sports and aquatic excursions.
Mom and Dad are more than welcome to join, or leave their children with us in a secure environment and spend some time alone.Maia Treasure Hunt: An old Seychellois story says that Captain Boileau once buried treasure on the MAIA property. Our recreation team will take our VIK on a journey through MAIA.Follow the 7 clues to find the hidden treasure.
• Treasure hunts
• Cooking class
• Sand castle building
• Crab hunting
• Coconut painting
• Snorkeling
• Canoe trip
HOTEL FEATURES
Accommodation
Number of Luxury rooms: 30 villas
10 Ocean View Pool Villa
8 Premier Ocean View Pool Villa
9 Premier Ocean View Pool Villa
3 Peninsula Ocean View Pool Villa
Villa Features
All villas are identical, 250sqm of living space designed by Bill Bensley. All villas features one-bedroom with King bed, oversized day bed; 80-degree panoramic island and sea views; Infinity pool; Outdoor sun deck;
Unlimited Wi-Fi; 55”DirectTV Stream systems, Villa surround sound; Outdoor sunken bath tub; Glass walled rain shower; Full size Hermès bath amenities.
Exclusive benefits for Premier Ocean View Pool Villa and Premier Beach Pool Villa, with a minimum stay of three nights or more:
• Early check-in or late check-out until 6.00 pm (subject to availability)
• One EUR100 spa voucher per villa, per stay (maximum two guests per villa). Spa voucher is non-redeemable for cash
Exclusive benefits for Peninsula Ocean View Pool Villa, with a minimum stay of three nights or more:
• Early check-in or late check-out until 6.00 pm (subject to availability)
• A Dining by Design experience once during guests’ stay (excluding drinks)
• One 60-minute Maia Signature Massage, per person per stay (maximum two guests per villa)
For all villa types the rates includes daily gourmet breakfast in Tec-Tec Restaurant or the comfort of your villa; Welcome champagne on arrival; Intuitive service of a dedicated personal Villa Host to cater to your every need for the duration of your stay; Luxury maxi-size Hermès amenities; Unlimited Wi-Fi; Non-motorised watersports (Kayaks, paddle board and snorkeling); Group Yoga or Qi Gong subject to time table; Press Reader with access to *3500 magazines and newspaper in any language; Unpacking service.
Restaurants & Bars
Anantara Maia Seychelles Villas presents 3 dining venues, offering the finest a-la-carte menus. Choose from cuisines from around the world, which the Executive Chef and the team will whip up with exceptional ingredients, refined techniques and elegant presentation. Enjoy daily premium breakfast classics in the beautiful setting of our beachside Tec-Tec Restaurant or your villa until 11.00 am. Or, relax and enjoy a longer slumber with option of breakfast available until late (at a charge). Luxuriate with In-Villa Dining, with no extra service fee, or try a tailored Dining by Design experience, prepared by your dedicated villa host; whether by a windswept stretch of beach or a private hillside setting under the stars.
• Tec-tec Restaurant is an expressive setting where elegance and nature meet. Tec-Tec lures diners with its dramatic beachfront setting for superb fine dining whenever you like.
• The Sunset Pool Bar offers a causal sinning experience near the ocean
• Wine Boutique – 20 (Name of the wine cellar) 20, a modern island interpretation of a traditional wine cellar, this intimate venue is bright and airy by day while offering a romantic spot by night. Guests can embark on a culinary discovery with inspirations of Mediterranean and Creole fusion flavours. Featuring an extensive niche collection of wines from around the world or try our handcrafted cocktails.
Wellness
Escape the outside world with a visit to the renowned Anantara Spa. Step into our sanctuary, where forest-filtered water runs over million-year old boulders. Follow the natural pathway to one of three open-sided treatment rooms for a soothing therapy that has been perfected by time. Slow your pace and soothe your mind.
Signature Treatment
Anantara Signature Massage (90 minutes)
Relieve tired muscles with a fusion of consistent pressure, long strokes and gentle stretching. Be coaxed into relaxation with rhythmical flowing movements in harmony with the surroundings.Also try our Omorovicza treatments, a combination of Balinese wisdom and cutting-edge science.
Corporate & Celebration Events
Say ‘I do’ with the breathtaking backdrop of abundant gardens, crystalline sand and unending ocean. Take advantage of the resort’s tranquillity for your special event. Your romantic story is played out through each detail, from the peony sunsets to the outdoor rose petal bath. We can help you create the wedding of your dreams in one of the most beautiful places on earth. Revel in a remote Seychelles honeymoon where there’s just the two of you to celebrate.
We can tailor a wedding package exactly for your needs, speak to our dedicated team for more details.
Extra Notable Features
Seychelles Sustainable Tourism Label property, where sustainability is the core of our operation. Partnership with the Marine Conservation Society Seychelles (MCSS), a none governmental organization with an agent at the property available to educate and bring more awareness to our guests and offering snorkeling safari on our house reef and conservation talks.
Complimentary Yoga and Qi-Gong in the spa (subject to time table). Guest can enjoy a guided garden tour in our lush garden boasting a diversity of plants and fruit trees which 15 are endemic to Seychelles. Spice Spoons (cooking class) and cocktail making class can also be organized (chargeable)
Hotel and restaurant Awards
Wine Spectator Excellence Award 2019 l 2021 l 2022
World Travel Award – Best Resort Spa Seychelles 2022
Number of employees
180