Waldorf Astoria Seychelles Platte Island
If you were to Google the term “deserted island,” the results would look awfully similar to the landscape of Platte Island. Quiet, remote and occupying just a half square mile, this tiny speck in the Indian Ocean is chock-full of surprises — including the ultra-luxurious Waldorf Astoria Platte Island Seychelles.
A tropical hideaway tucked among the island’s lush foliage, the 50-villa resort is nothing short of a private island paradise. Of course, it boasts the obligatory white sand beaches and crystal-clear waters, but what sets this spot apart is its abundance of wildlife. Hawksbill sea turtles regularly nest on these shores, which is why villas and beach chairs are set back from the sands. An onsite diving team offers PADI certification so you can explore the reefs teeming with triggerfish and bonefish while wall-to-wall windows in your villa allows you to catch a glimpse of the tropical seabirds that nest in the nearby palms.
- Waldorf Astoria Platte Island Seychelles takes its role as a steward of the island seriously. Pop into the nature center to get the lowdown on the island’s wildlife and the resort’s conservation efforts from one of the onsite naturalists.
- The serene Waldorf Astoria Spa is bathed in natural light thanks to walls of windows surrounding the building. Oversized treatment rooms provide a tranquil retreat in which to enjoy indulgent services featuring Seychelles-based Nourished by Nature or Irish seaweed-powered Voya products.
- You can’t go wrong with any of the 50 villas dotting the Seychelles resort. Each accommodation comes with luxurious extras like a private infinity pool, a furnished terrace, an outdoor shower and a locally inspired mini-bar.
- Despite its small size, Waldorf Astoria Platte Island offers more activities than you could possibly fit into a single visit. Options include a Creole cooking class, a clay-sculpting workshop and seaborne offerings like kitesurfing, fly fishing and scuba diving.
- Bathrooms are a particular highlight, featuring terrazzo floors and stylish wood accents. The cavernous spaces are anchored by a huge Instagram-worthy freestanding soaking tub outfitted with Aesop products.
- The breezy indoor-outdoor La Perle draws inspiration from the sea in the form of Mediterranean fare that tastes straight from a nonna’s kitchen. Savor a light lunch of tuna tartare or a hearty dinnertime portion of housemade gnocchi dressed in herby pesto, sun-dried tomatoes and thick Parmesan shavings.
- Maison Des Epices celebrates Creolatino culture in an innovative menu of spice-packed dishes and creative cocktails inspired by chef Colvin Beaudoin’s African-Creole roots. Highlights include flame-grilled fare like spiced lamb and caramelized octopus with papaya chutney.
- Plant-based cuisine takes center stage at the light and airy Moulin, where most ingredients for the multi-course menu are sourced from the restaurant’s own garden. Executive chef Jane-Therese Mulry describes the concept as “soil-to-soul” and eventually hopes to offer guests the option to pick their own produce for a truly customized meal.
- Waldorf Astoria Platte Island’s signature cocktail bar Lalin (“moon” in Creole) serves up elevated tropical cocktails with a splash of stunning ocean views. Its perch on the resort’s rooftop allows for some of the island’s best vistas. A set of swinging daybeds set beneath an enchanting ceiling illuminated by fiber-optic lights makes it a romantic spot for sundowners.
- A play off Waldorf Astoria’s signature Peacock Alley bar, Peacock Terrace is a swanky alfresco lounge pouring refreshing iced teas and coffees beneath a canopy of dangling seashells.
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