Coral Strand Smart Choice

Hotels
7.9 (2731 reviews)
Beach Road, Mahe , Beau Vallon , sc

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
Family rooms
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Friendly staff
Beautiful place
Cons:
Value for money concerns
Cleanliness issues
Noise from construction

Categories

Cleanliness
7.73
General mention of cleanliness being acceptable but with some concerns about upkeep.
Service
8.7
Staff were friendly and helpful, despite some being overwhelmed.
Location
8.74
Great location mentioned consistently across reviews.
Room Quality
7.19
Some rooms described as not offering value for money and being outdated.
Amenities
7.72
Limited amenities mentioned; lacks a gym and some rooms had issues.
Value for Money
7.18
Concerns raised about the pricing not matching the quality.
Food and Beverage
7.73
Food quality could be improved, with mentions of satisfactory but not excellent.
Overall Experience
8.2
Despite some issues, guests enjoyed their stay overall.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-17 16:34

Property Description

Beachfront Luxury at Coral Strand Smart Choice

Luxurious Rooms and Amenities: Experience comfort in air-conditioned rooms with modern amenities including flat-screen TVs, minibars, and laptop safes. Choose from ocean or mountain views for a relaxing stay.

Diverse Dining Options: Indulge in a culinary journey at 3 restaurants offering international, Mediterranean, Indian, and Asian cuisine. Unwind at the cocktail bar with live music for a perfect evening.

Exciting Beach Activities: Enjoy thrilling water sports like jet skiing and parasailing or opt for relaxing activities like fishing. Explore nearby attractions easily with tour desk assistance.

Experience the ultimate beach getaway at Coral Strand Smart Choice. Book now for an unforgettable stay!

Important information:


Please note that upon check-in guests are required to provide the bank card that was used to make the reservation. If the used card cannot be provided, the prepayment will be refunded and guests will be required to pay by other payment method. The name on the credit card used for the booking should correspond to the guest staying at the property.

During the winter festive season, gala dinners are compulsory on Christmas Eve and New Year Eve, specifically on the 24th and 31st of December. Bookings without gala dinners are not available for/through these dates. Any guests in excess of the maximum occupancy of the room, including children, will be charged separately.
Starting from 8 December 2025, online rates no longer include the mandatory Christmas Gala Dinner. The Gala Dinner must be paid separately upon arrival. For Bed & Breakfast meal plan: 170 EUR per adult (12+ years), 85 EUR per child. For Half Board meal plan: EUR 120 per adult (+12 years) and 60 EUR per child. These charges will be collected at the hotel at the time of your check-in.
Bookings made before 8 December 2025 still include the Gala Dinner in the room rate. Reservations for 24 December 2025 cannot be made without the mandatory Christmas Gala Dinner.
Any guests in excess of the maximum occupancy of the room, including children, will be charged separately.

Starting 1 August 2023, Seychelles implements New Environmental Sustainability Levy to Enhance Green Initiatives. Under the newly introduced levy, all visitors to Seychelles will be required to contribute on a per person/per night basis. The payment will be made directly to the hotel, ensuring a seamless and convenient process for travelers. The cost will be 100.00 SCR per person, per night. It is to be noted that the Levy will not be applicable to citizens and residents of Seychelles, children of 12 years and below (visitors), and crew members.

We would like to inform you some of our rooms are currently undergoing cosmetic work to improve the comfort of our guests. Guest accommodations is managed to provide a consistently high level of service.


Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
When booking half board, note that drinks are not included.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM

Property Policies

  • Groups

    When booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 5 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    People 12 years old and over stay for € 35 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

7.9
Based on 2731 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.73
Service: 8.7
Location: 8.74
Room Quality: 7.19
Amenities: 7.72
Value for Money: 7.18
Food and Beverage: 7.73
Overall Experience: 8.2
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Alexis couple fr
8
Pros:

Bon emplacement et le personnel très sympa.

2026-05-16 via Nuitee
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agv solo_traveller it
9
Pros:

We had a very pleasant stay, mainly thanks to the incredible kindness and professionalism of the staff. From the moment we arrived, everyone made us feel genuinely welcomed and cared for throughout the holiday. A special thank you goes to Shihan from Guest Relations, Mica and Sakura at the front desk, as well as Prasanta and Danushka from the restaurant team and executive chefs Ridwan and Pauljoe. Their friendliness, attention, and willingness to help truly made the difference and added a personal touch to the whole experience.

The hotel also enjoys an excellent location directly on one of the most beautiful beaches in Mahé, which made the stay even more enjoyable and relaxing. The atmosphere created by the team was really the highlight for us, and we sincerely appreciate all the effort and warmth shown during our time there.

2026-05-16 via Nuitee
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Claudia solo_traveller de
9
Pros:

Das extrem zuvorkommende Personal und die Lage.

Cons:

Die Klimaanlage war sehr laut. Man musste sie nachts ausschalten.

2026-05-16 via Nuitee
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Ivan solo_traveller it
4
2026-05-15 via Nuitee
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Anto solo_traveller it
8
Pros:

We had a very pleasant stay at Coral Strand Smart Choice Hotel; the staff were consistently professional and friendly, specially Shihal, making check‑in and every request effortless. Our spacious sea‑view room offered an incredible outlook over the pool and the sea, and it was well equipped with both a bathtub and a shower plus all the amenities needed for a comfortable holiday. Direct beach access is a major advantage — the water is clear and calm, with few rocks and almost no seaweed, which made swimming and relaxing on the sand especially enjoyable. The hotel’s location is convenient, with a wide variety of shops and services within easy walking distance.

2026-05-14 via Nuitee
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Bettina solo_traveller de
4
Cons:

Abendessen Buffet war nicht abwechslungsreich, wenig Auswahl, Fisch war trocken.
Keine Essig oder ähnliches für den Salat.

2026-05-13 via Nuitee
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Gad couple ae
10
Everyone there was so kind, friendly, and caring. Thank you again to the whole management and team for taking such good
Pros:

I don’t even know where to start with this beautiful hotel and the fabulous team there. From the moment we entered the hotel for check-in, everyone welcomed us warmly. Even though they were busy, they still made sure to smile and make us feel special. The room was very clean and beautiful as well. The first 2 days, the food was not the best, but on the 3rd day everything changed and the food became amazing. When we asked, they told us Chef Radwan was behind it, so special thanks to him for the beautiful food. After the team knew that we were a bit upset about the food during the first days, they invited us for a special dinner, and Chef Radwan together with Sakura, Shihan, and Hemantha made our experience truly memorable.

Cons:

The lobby and pool area could use some renovation as they look a bit old, but honestly the kindness of the team made a huge difference to our experience.

2026-05-13 via Nuitee
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Magdalena family_with_children pl
10
Pros:

We liked everything, the location with direct access to long and sandy beach, exceptionally polite staff, amazing GM- Ewa, good breakfast, comfy room, all was perfect 🩷

Cons:

N/A

2026-05-12 via Nuitee
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Adrián couple hu
8
2026-05-12 via Nuitee
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Petra family_with_children cz
9
Velmi krásný pobyt, klidně bychom se vrátili.
Pros:

Hotel překonal naše očekávání. Skvělé umístění na krásné pláži Beau Vallon, na kterou vede od bazénu pouze pár schodů. Hned vedle hotelu je promenáda s obchůdky kde se dá koupit stánkové jidlo a pití, v blízkosti i supermarket. Pěkné, čisté moře, pláž skvělá na procházku, na konci typické seychelské kameny. Personál velmi vstřícný a ochotný. Vynikající jídlo, měli jsme polopenzi, večeře tematické a vždy opravdu dobré.

Cons:

Neřekla bych nelíbilo, ale měli jsme trochu pomalejší check in, než jsme čekali, drobný problém s platbou, který se vyřešil během jednoho dne, možná trochu větší údržba a čistota recepce, okolí bazénu, ale klidně bych do tohoto hotelu jela znovu.

2026-05-10 via Nuitee
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Taima solo_traveller ae
10
Amazing stay with beautiful views, great food, and excellent staff service. I also really appreciated that they extended
Pros:

I really enjoyed my stay at the hotel. The view was amazing, the room service was excellent, and the food was delicious. The staff were very friendly and helpful. Special thanks to Parslin and Shihan for their kindness and great service

Cons:

Nothing much, everything was great and I had a wonderful experience

2026-05-09 via Nuitee
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Dhekra couple tn
10
Séjour parfait dans un cadre magnifique avec un service irréprochable.
Pros:

Tout était parfait.
L’hôtel est magnifique, avec un emplacement exceptionnel.
Le personnel est professionnel, accueillant et toujours serviable.
La propreté est irréprochable et la chambre était parfaite.
Un excellent séjour du début à la fin, je recommande vivement cet établissement.

Cons:

Rien

2026-05-08 via Nuitee
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Andre family_with_children pt
10
Maravilhoso, recomendo a 100%.
Pros:

Limpeza, simpatia, localização, praia mesmo a 1metro, óptima, restauração muito muito boa, piscina espectacular…. Tudo 5 estrelas.

Cons:

Nada a apontar.

2026-05-07 via Nuitee
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benoit couple fr
9
2026-05-06 via Nuitee
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Olga family_with_children ru
10
2026-05-06 via Nuitee
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Dawid couple za
9
Fantastic staff with excellent service
Pros:

Loved the location of Coral Strand Hotel right on the beach

Cons:

None

2026-05-06 via Nuitee
Ágnes couple hu
10
A legjobb szálloda a paradicsomban!
Pros:

Életünk egyik legszebb nyaralása volt! A szálloda elhelyezkedése tökéletes, a vízpart fürdés szempontjából a legjobb a szigeten. A személyzet nagyon kedves, figyelmes és segítőkész!

2026-05-06 via Nuitee
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Zina solo_traveller nl
10
2026-05-06 via Nuitee
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Anna solo_traveller pl
10
2026-05-05 via Nuitee
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Milorad solo_traveller ch
10
2026-05-05 via Nuitee