Maia Seychelles Villas
Secluded, ultra-private all-villa resort. Think Bali-meets-Seychelles: teak, fire torches, granite boulders, limpid lagoons. The atmosphere is resolutely unhurried — you set the pace, your Villa Host takes care of everything else.
The Tec-Tec restaurant fire pillars light up at sunset — book a dinner table facing the beach for the show
Why It Matters
Originally opened as MAIA in 2007, designed by Bill Bensley (one of his own favourite projects), it pioneered the 'beyond all-inclusive' private villa concept in the Seychelles. The property sits on a private peninsula with its own beach, 30 infinity-pool villas, a hilltop spa built around million-year-old granite boulders, and a dedicated Villa Host per villa. Condé Nast Traveler, Travel + Leisure and Mr & Mrs Smith have all called it one of Mahé's most exclusive properties.
Thirty private pool villas strung across a 30-acre peninsula between Anse Louis and Anse Boileau on Mahé's west coast. Bill Bensley designed every last detail — thatched roofs, hammered copper, precious woods — and the result is a property that looks like it grew out of the jungle rather than was built on top of it. Rebranded from the legendary MAIA Luxury Resort & Spa in 2020, it remains one of the Indian Ocean's most private addresses, with every villa getting its own dedicated host on call around the clock.
Where You'll Stay
4 room types available
Ocean View Pool Villa
The entry-level villa, and 'entry-level' is relative here. Ten of these hillside villas sit above the action with 180° panoramic views over the landscape and shore. Private infinity pool, outdoor sunken bathtub, oversized daybed on the sundeck, and Bill Bensley interiors with hammered copper touches and king-sized bed made up in the highest thread-count linens. Your Villa Host is dedicated to you for the entire stay.
King · 250 sqmPeninsula Ocean View Pool Villa
Just three villas (numbers 219, 220, and 221) perched right on the edge of the peninsula — the most coveted addresses on the property. Open views of the Indian Ocean in every direction, maximum privacy, and the best sunset vantage point on the resort. For stays of 3+ nights, the perks go beyond a spa voucher: a Dining by Design experience and one 60-minute Maia Signature Massage per person are included.
King · 250 sqmPremier Beach Pool Villa
Nine villas positioned at beach level with direct access to the soft white sands of Anse Louis. The largest footprint of any villa category at 310 sqm including the gardens and beach access. The best choice for families — the resort specifically recommends these for guests with children under 12. King bed, private pool, direct beach access, garden surrounds. For stays of 3+ nights: EUR 100 spa voucher and flexible check-in/check-out.
King · 310 sqmPremier Ocean View Pool Villa
Eight villas on the hillside, a step up from the Ocean View category with an enhanced position and additional perks on stays of three nights or more. Sweeping island and ocean views, bespoke craftsmanship, king bed with surround sound. For stays of 3+ nights: early check-in or late check-out to 6pm, and a EUR 100 spa voucher per villa.
King · 250 sqmThe Property
Eat & Drink
4 venues on property
Restaurant
Spa & Wellness
Treatment Menu
On Property
How you'll actually spend your days.
Private dining experiences set up by your Villa Host in personalised locations around the resort — on the beach, hilltop, in the garden, or at the wine cellar. A small set-up fee applies (food and drink charged separately).
Breakfast served floating in your private villa pool. An additional charge applies; however, it is included complimentary for direct bookings of 3+ nights via anantara.com.
Technogym Excite equipment. Complimentary for all guests.
Guided walk through the resort's 30 acres of gardens, taking in the endemic and tropical plantings, spice gardens, and the granite boulder landscape.
Yoga and qi gong sessions held three times per week, typically on the beach or in a garden setting. Subject to timetable — check with the resort on arrival.
Flights departing from the resort's own private helipad. Used for island overflights and excursions to nearby bird sanctuaries such as Aride Island Nature Reserve. The 15-minute flight gives aerial views of the lush granite peaks and coastline.
Day trips to Praslin (Vallée de Mai UNESCO World Heritage site), La Digue, Curieuse Island (giant tortoises), Aride Island Nature Reserve, and Victoria market. Nature trail hikes and botanical garden tours also available.
Luxury boat and yacht charters around Mahé and to nearby islands including Praslin and La Digue. Arranged through the resort.
Snorkeling, kayaking, and stand-up paddle boarding, all complimentary. Equipment available directly from the beach.
Organised through the resort's preferred nearby dive centre. The waters around the peninsula offer coral reefs and marine life. Advance booking recommended.
Anantara's signature cooking class concept. Guests learn regional recipes and techniques in a hands-on format.
Guided wine-tasting journey through the resort's extensive collection, hosted in or adjacent to the '20' wine cellar. Can also include gin mixing and rum tasting experiences.
Dedicated children's activity programme covering cooking classes, painting, creative workshops, sand castle building, snorkeling lessons, kayaking, paddle boarding, treasure hunts, beach volleyball, and movies. Babysitting and childcare can be arranged for an extra charge.
Amenities & Practical Info
The details that matter for planning.
The resort occupies a prime section of Anse Louis beach on the west coast of Mahé — white sand, sheltered cove, beach service included.
High-speed unlimited WiFi throughout the resort and in all villas.
Personalised minibar stocked in each villa.
Shared main pool positioned between the Sunset Pool Bar and the ocean.
Every one of the 30 villas has its own private infinity pool.
Each villa is assigned its own Villa Host, available 24 hours a day. They serve meals, arrange experiences, handle all requests, and can be reached by WhatsApp. This is the central feature of the resort's service model.
On-site boutique in the main thatched building near the wine cellar.
The resort bottles its own water on-site, eliminating single-use plastic bottles. Straws are biodegradable and stirrers are locally and sustainably sourced.
Private car transfer to/from Seychelles International Airport, approximately 35 minutes. Available for a fee — contact the resort to arrange.
Electric golf carts shuttle guests between the hillside villas, the beach, and the main facilities. Note: waits are possible at busy times.
On-site private helipad for helicopter tours and excursions to neighbouring islands.
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