Hotel L'Ocean

Hotels
7.9 (444 reviews)
Anse Patates , La Digue , sc

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Children allowed

Facilities

Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Restaurant
Terrace
Luggage storage
Safety deposit box
Ironing service
Non-smoking throughout
Outdoor furniture
Staff adhere to local safety protocols
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Beautiful location
Friendly staff
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Old rooms needing renovation

Categories

Cleanliness
5.98
Numerous issues mentioned regarding cleanliness and maintenance, including old rooms and pests.
Service
8.95
Staff described as friendly and helpful, although some reviews note incompetence.
Location
8.99
Multiple reviews praised the beautiful location and views.
Room Quality
6.94
Older rooms noted, with calls for renovation particularly in bathrooms.
Amenities
7.47
Adequate amenities were provided but with complaints about condition.
Value for Money
7.43
Mixed feelings on value; some found it not worth the price.
Food and Beverage
8.98
Breakfast was praised highly, especially the view.
Overall Experience
8.45
Positive sentiments overall, despite some significant issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-06 20:48

Property Description

Stunning Sea Views: Hotel L'Ocean, nestled in Anse Patates on La Digue Island, offers breathtaking views of the surrounding small islands and the sea, providing a tranquil escape for guests.

Comfort and Convenience: Each room is equipped with air conditioning, a private balcony overlooking the sea, and a private bathroom with complimentary toiletries, ensuring a comfortable stay for every guest.

Convenient Amenities: Guests can enjoy the convenience of on-site facilities such as a restaurant, bar, sun terrace, luggage storage, bicycle rental, and laundry services. With the beach just steps away and the Inter Island Ferry in close proximity, exploring the beautiful island is a breeze.

Book your stay at Hotel L'Ocean now to experience a perfect blend of serenity and convenience.

Important information:

Please note that the property is not located on the main island and inter-island transfer is provided at a fee.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.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Property Policies

  • Parking

    No parking available.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    Children from 3 years old to 12 years old stay for € 40 per person per night when using an existing bed.
    Children from 3 years old to 12 years old stay for € 30 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 444 reviews
Cleanliness: 5.98
Service: 8.95
Location: 8.99
Room Quality: 6.94
Amenities: 7.47
Value for Money: 7.43
Food and Beverage: 8.98
Overall Experience: 8.45
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arnaldo • solo_traveller • nl
1
1/5 – Extremely Poor Value for Money.
Pros:

Niets

Cons:

1/5 – Extremely Poor Value for Money
Hotel l' Ocean may market itself as a hotel, but in reality it feels more like a property that has not seen meaningful investment for many years. The infrastructure is severely outdated and would not come close to meeting typical Western hospitality standards. Perhaps some guests may consider this acceptable by lower regional standards, but it certainly does not justify the rates being charged.
The photographs speak for themselves: exposed and improvised electrical installations, aging network equipment hanging on walls, damaged flooring, corroded air-conditioning units, poorly maintained plumbing, and visible signs of neglect throughout the property.
To reach our room we had to climb 54 steps, a significant inconvenience that is never properly highlighted during booking. The stairways were often decorated with a mixture of dead and living cockroaches, which hardly contributes to a pleasant holiday atmosphere.
Luxury can be a matter of taste. Hospitality is not.
Unfortunately, the greatest disappointment was not the aging facilities but the attitude of the staff. A warm welcome costs nothing, yet we encountered an atmosphere that felt indifferent, unhelpful, and at times outright unfriendly.
I have stayed in modest guesthouses that offered far better service and cleanliness than this hotel. At the hotel l'Ocean, I genuinely struggled to identify a single aspect that met expectations.
Rating: 1/5
Outdated facilities, poor maintenance, unpleasant access, and remarkably poor hospitality. I would not return and cannot recommend it.

2026-05-29 • via Nuitee
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Z • couple • ro
10
2026-05-25 • via Nuitee
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Judit • family_with_children • hu
10
Pros:

People are kind and helpfull. This hotel near a very beautiful beach.

Cons:

No bad thing

2026-05-21 • via Nuitee
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Ewelina • couple • pl
9
Cudowne miejsce!!!
Pros:

Świetna lokalizacja! Na rano z balkonu widzieliśmy delfiny! Uprzejmy personel, pyszne śniadania, zapewniony transport z i do portu. Pokój przestronny, czysty. Kilka metrów od obiektu genialna plaża.

2026-05-19 • via Nuitee
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Boris • couple • de
10
Einfaches aber sehr schönes Hotel mir sehr nettem und zuvorkommendem Personal
Pros:

Grandiose Lage

Cons:

Nix

2026-05-15 • via Nuitee
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virginie • couple • fr
8
Pros:

La gentillesse du personnel
La qualité du petit déjeuner
L’emplacement

Cons:

Le prix de la chambre
Rapport qualité prix décevant

2026-05-14 • via Nuitee
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Patrick • solo_traveller • fr
9
Pros:

Acceuil parfait emplacement exceptionnel

2026-05-10 • via Nuitee
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Thierry • couple • fr
9
Accueil formidable et superbe petit déjeuner.
Pros:

Le gérant de l’hôtel Sachin a été particulièrement serviable et attentif tout au long de notre séjour. Toujours disponible et à l’écoute, il a su répondre efficacement à toutes nos demandes, notamment pour la location de vélos et l’organisation de sorties en mer. Grâce à son professionnalisme et sa gentillesse, tout a été parfaitement organisé, ce qui a grandement contribué à rendre notre séjour agréable et sans souci.Sans oublié, la proximité de anse patates à deux pas de l’hôtel.

Cons:

La vétusté de la salle de bain.

2026-05-07 • via Nuitee
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Klaus Neumann und • couple • za
9
Nice, affordable hotel with most probably best views on La Digue
Pros:

The Hotel L'Océan is situated at the northern end of La Digue, above the main coastal road and it probably offers the most stunning view you can get on this island! The rooms are pretty big and all with balcony and ocean view. In total good value for money compared to other hotels. The manager was very friendly and helpful and the breakfast was the best of the 5 hotels we stayed at on the Seychelles.
If you rent a bike (150 SCR p. person/day) you have lots of Restaurants, shops or supermarkets nearby. There is a beautiful small beach just around the corner. We enjoyed our stay very much and can highly recommend this place.

Cons:

Unfortunately the nice hotel restaurant was officially closed, but we could use it for breakfast and enjoyed the amazing view every morning. There was actually nothing to complain about.

2026-05-06 • via Nuitee
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Sylvie • couple • fr
9
Cet hôtel est très bien situé à une très belle vue, une petite plage à quelques centaines de mètres magnifiques, demande
Pros:

L’emplacement et la vue est très bien le personnel très gentil, le petit-déj’ au top

Cons:

Les chambres sont un petit peu vieillissantes et les terrasses, ce ne sont quasiment pas équipées

2026-05-06 • via Nuitee
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Colin • family_with_children • fr
8
2026-04-27 • via Nuitee
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Thomas • couple • fr
7
Une bonne expérience à l’hôtel l’océan, la vue sur l’océan et le personnel nous font un peu oublier le manque de confort
Pros:

Le personnel est très accueillant et sympathique ! Le petit déjeuner était délicieux et très copieux, il change tous les matins.
La vue sur l’océan est splendide ! Nous avons même pu voir des dauphins depuis le balcon de notre chambre.
Hôtel très propre.
Très bon emplacement ! À deux pas de la magnifique plage Anse Patates et proche du centre ville.

Cons:

Les chambres sont vieillissantes..surtout la salle de bain qui mérite d’être refaite et la literie d’être changée.

2026-04-26 • via Nuitee
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Victor • couple • de
7
Good stay, nice views, but renovation is highly recommended
Pros:

Great location 2 minutes from the most beautiful beach - Anse Patates, pleasant staff and good views. The breakfast was also amazing! Transportation service to the ferry - big advantage

Cons:

The rooms require renovation as soon as possible. Even though the staff do their best to keep it clean the old tiles in the bathroom are “dirty-slippery” because of the time which makes it unpleasant to touch.

2026-04-25 • via Nuitee
G
Giada • solo_traveller • it
5
2026-04-22 • via Nuitee
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Gosse • couple • fr
8
Excellent moment à la Digue !
Pros:

L’accueil et le petit déjeuner sont top 👍

2026-04-21 • via Nuitee
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Filip Skoda • couple • cz
9
2026-04-05 • via Nuitee
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Gail • couple • za
9
2026-03-30 • via Nuitee
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Simone • couple • ch
7
2026-03-29 • via Nuitee
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Kamilla • couple • pl
9
2026-03-28 • via Nuitee
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Pavel • family_with_children • cz
9
Pros:

Excellent location close to nice beaches. Rent a bike service avilalable.

2026-03-16 • via Nuitee