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Anse Royale Fairyland, Victoria, Seychelles

#22 of 42 Holiday rentals in Victoria

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Review score

Based on 45 apartment reviews

8.8

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.0

  • Comfort

    9.3

  • Location

    9.0

  • Facilities

    8.9

  • Staff

    9.2

  • Value for money

    9.0

  • Free WiFi

    8.1

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  • Reviewed: 23 August 2025

    10
    Pure Bliss
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Apartment
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Everything's perfect.

    An exceptionally tranquil setting, breathtaking views, wonderful hosts, and a delightful experience. We cherished every moment of our stay here and are eagerly anticipating our return for future visits. Strongly recommended. Note that if you plan to rent a car, sufficient driving experience is necessary as the villa is situated atop a steep hill.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 1 December 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    I will say we did not expect the very steep hill just before the flat!

    Lovely apartment with a great view to the Anse Royale bay/beach below. It was helpful to have a private car parking area for our hire car. It was a 2-3 min drive to a nice spot on the Anse Royale beach.

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: 22 November 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Deluxe Apartment
    • Stayed 14 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    I didn’t like that it was located on the hill maybe an information before would be good so maybe rent a car

    The view was beautiful and the host was really nice.

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 18 November 2024

    10
    Magical stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 13 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Maybe the room walls could do with a freshening up with a bit of paint, but I'm just being picky. This place is very nice.

    Fantastic place in Anse Royal. Situated in a small town but they have all the essential shops and few nice restaurants nearby, there is a hospital and police station there too. Honestly probably the best town to stay on Mahe island as its close to the best beaches and nice restaurants. The beach is just down the hill, albeit it is a steep hill but if you have a car it's no issue at all. The apartment is equipped very well and has air con in the bedroom. The host is nice and welcoming, place gets cleaned properly every second day including fresh towels and bed sheets, what more can you want, the sea view is amazing. I would go for the deluxe apartment next time as its on the second/top floor and a bit more private and the view is better, but they are all the same in terms of equipment etc. Great place and I would stay here again, unbelievable value for money.

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: 5 October 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Poor communication with the host before and after the check-in. .

    Amazing view from the terrace. 5 minutes walk to the gorgeous beach. Many shops and takeaways are nearby. Possibility of leaving the luggage and have shower after the check out. The cleaning lady is lovely.

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 17 April 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Apartment
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    It was very nice

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 26 March 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Amazing view, Nice staffs

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 5 March 2024

    9.0
    Great Seaview
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Not a negative but you need a car to get there. Steep hill drive so you must be careful. Air conditioning was a bit weak for the entire house. It was hot so we asked for a fan when sitting in the living area. The bedroom was cool enough with time. -A suggestion would be to have a knife sharpener in the kitchen for those who like to cut up meat and veg.

    Perfect getaway with gorgeous sea view. Has everything one may need to prepare meals.. Has a washer too. Hot water and wifi was not a problem

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 1 March 2024

    9.0
    Perfect for relaxed self-catering stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Apartment with Sea View
    • Stayed 11 nights

    The location high above Anse Royale leads to a steep climb if you do not have a car but this is good for fitness and nothing that the location can do about. Just be prepared for the uphill move

    Perfectly located above Anse Royale, spacious apartment, full kitchen and air conditioned sleeping room which was absolutely necessary during our stay. Wonderful view.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 17 February 2024

    10
    Beautiful!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Apartment
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Beautiful aparment with a sunrise view, walking distance to a few beaches (you have to be ready to walk down and up the hill though). Owned by locals! Washing machine was a big bonus.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 19 January 2024

    9.0
    Great apartment with a stunning view to Anse Royale
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 7 nights

    Nothing. I liked everything

    Large, luminous and perfectly clean and well-equipped apartment. The views of the bay are stunning. Very warm reception, everything works well and it is a very comfortable place to stay. If you do not have a car, as me, prepare to walk up a steep, but short, street from the beach. It takes 5 minutes do walk down and a bit more up :) Supermarkets are at a 10 minute walk, as well take away places.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 29 November 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Apartment with Sea View
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very steep road up to apartment so you need to be a confident driver or fit! Although not a negative comment on the apartment, having your own transport to explore the surrounding area would be beneficial.

    View was fantastic. Having a washing machine to rinse out towels and swimwear was really useful. Being close to Anse Royale beach is ideal.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 20 October 2023

    10
    Great choice in Anse Royale
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 13 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Fantatic view, spacious apartment with all you need in order to relax and enjoy the Seychelles. Rental car may come in handy as there is quite steep up the hill.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 10 September 2023

    10
    Lovely apartment with beautiful view.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Apartment
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Better get a car as the hill really hard to reach by foot.

    Lovely fully equipped apartment. The owner very helpful. Help us sort out the car rental.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 8 August 2023

    10
    Wonderful apartment with a superb view
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Apartment with Sea View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Some basic things were missing in the kitchen (salt, a proper sized cooking pot/pan) and communication via Booking.com wasn't always the easiest but apart from that, everything was fine.

    Nice apartment with a superb view over the bay of Anse Royale. The steep road is easily done by foot from the main road and takes about 4mins up and 3mins down by fit walkers. The apartment was clean, very spacious and well furnished with high quality interior. The surroundings are quiet, nice and green. Bus stop, supermarkets and beach are all within a 5-10min walk.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 1 August 2023

    9.0
    Wonderful stay at large, clean apartment with amazing views of the ocean.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Apartment
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Everything was great.

    Beautiful view of the ocean. Large, clean apartment with kitchen and washer. Host was very nice and helpful.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 17 June 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Brutal view from the apartment

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 29 April 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Apartment
    • Stayed 10 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The steep slope leading to the place is tiring and treacherous. It's not good for a walk to the beach. The only alternative is to rent a car as the public transport isn't always enough considering the weather and the steep climb.

    The host was warm and very helpful. The view from the balcony was spectacular. The place had all the amenities required for cooking and also had laundry facilities. The location is close to the beach and supermarket, bank and restaurants close to the downtown.

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: 17 April 2023

    10
    Very relaxing and enjoyful
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Apartment with Sea View
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    -

    Exceptional sea views, very cozy and spacious apartment. High standard of construction, very well maintained and very clean. Courteous host who always has an open ear for requests.

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: 3 April 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Apartment
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The only thing that bothered us were ants and we really had to watch out that we didn't leave a single crumb in the kitchen. 

    The apartment was spacious and with a beautiful sea view. Location is great to move around the island. The bed was comfortable, but there’s only AC in the bedroom. There’s also a washing machine for doing laundry, which was very welcoming.

    Stayed in February 2023

  • Reviewed: 9 March 2023

    8.0
    Beautiful Views and Amazing
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    It’s a bit difficult to make the walk up to the property. so better if you’d have a car of your own to get around and about.

    Almost everything

    Stayed in March 2023

  • Reviewed: 21 February 2023

    10
    it was great! thanks
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Apartment with Sea View
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    weak wifi

    apartments with great views. kitchen, cooking utensils, everything you need is there. tv with small colic channels. comfortable bed. everything is super! but wifi didn't work well. walk to the sea for 5-7 minutes. back harder, steep hill) but not a problem. Lots of shops and takeaways nearby. ans royale beach is the best for me on the whole island. There are 4 parking spaces on site. cleaning was every 2 days.

    Stayed in February 2023

  • Reviewed: 27 January 2023

    10
    the apartement is a shiny and spacious. The location is almost on the top of the hill. without car is a bit hard to reac
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Apartment
    • Stayed 10 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The view was fantastic. We liked the apartment as a home. The pictures on Booking.com are totally the same as the reality.

    Stayed in January 2023

  • Reviewed: 28 November 2022

    8.0
    Very pleasant
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Apartment with Sea View
    • Stayed 10 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Bed base very crude, tire skin off leg on one of the corners

    Friendly host

    Stayed in November 2022

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