In a delightful setting Hotel L’Archipel creates a natural amphitheatre overlooking the beautiful Cote d'Or bay.
Location
Nestled on the northwest coast of Praslin, Hotel L’Archipel sits on a quiet hillside overlooking the turquoise waters of Anse Volbert. Guests love the sense of seclusion while still being close to the village and beaches, making it easy to explore the island’s highlights at your own pace.
Rooms
The hotel has 37 bright and spacious rooms, each with a private balcony or terrace. Interiors are simple yet elegant, with tropical colours and natural materials. You will love the feeling of space and calm, with views either over the ocean or the lush gardens surrounding the property.
Amenities
Facilities include an outdoor pool, a restaurant serving Creole and international cuisine, and a cosy lounge bar. The atmosphere is relaxed, friendly, where personalised service ensures you feel welcome from the moment you arrive.
Activities
Hotel L’Archipel offers easy access to snorkelling, diving, and kayaking, while nearby trails and beaches invite exploration on foot. Guests enjoy discovering Praslin’s natural wonders, from the Vallée de Mai to Anse Lazio, all just a short drive or bike ride away.
Sustainability
The hotel supports sustainable tourism through energy-efficient practices, and local sourcing for food and materials. Hotel L’Archipel has introduced a food waste management programme to complement its existing sustainability practices, aiming to reduce the environmental impact of organic waste in Seychelles.
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When to visit Seychelles
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January
January is one of the wettest months due to the North West Monsoon - vegetation is lush, with light winds and high temperatures of 28 degrees. If you're lucky you could see turtle hatchlings.
February
February is another wet month, with short tropical downpours occurring. Temperatures stay in the high twenties leading to humid days.
March
Rainfall continues into March with light winds and average temperatures of 30 degrees and high humidity levels.
April
Temperatures remain hot with increasing humidity levels in April with highs of 30 degrees. If you love diving, conditions during April are excellent with visibility up to a staggering 30 metres.
May
During May the South West Trade winds begin, so it's better to stay on the West coast of the island where you will be more sheltered. If you love diving, conditions during May are excellent with visibility up to a staggering 30 metres.
June
The South West Trade winds continue into June, so it's better to stay on the West coast of the island where you will be more sheltered. The winds bring choppier seas resulting in seaweed being washed up onto the beaches of Praslin's south coast.
July
The South West Trade winds continue into July, so it's better to stay on the West coast of the island where you will be more sheltered. The winds bring choppier seas resulting in seaweed being washed up onto the beaches of Praslin's south coast.
August
The trade winds reach their peak in August, there is little precipitation and temperatures average 27 degrees, although the seas can be a little choppy. The winds bring choppier seas resulting in seaweed being washed up onto the beaches of Praslin's south coast.
September
September is hotter and huimd with a southeast trade wind, so its best to stay on the west coast of the island. The winds bring choppier seas resulting in seaweed being washed up onto the beaches of Praslin's south coast. During this month the whale shark season begins.
October
October is the peak season for whale sharks and hawksbill turtles. It is less windy and a perfect time to travel to the Seychelles. If you love diving, conditions during May are excellent with visibility up to a staggering 30 metres.
November
During November, Hawksbill turtles continue to lay their eggs and temperatures on the islands are hot and humid. November marks the start of the North West Trade winds, so it's better to stay on the east coast of the islands. If you love diving, conditions during May are excellent with visibility up to a staggering 30 metres.
December
The islands start to fill as the festive season begins, during December you can expect winds and increased rainfall, but temperatures remain in the high twenties.
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