CaranaBeach

We booked our honeymoon/birthday-trip to this hotel, Carana Beach, from 6-23 November. When we arrived the staff was very welcoming and nice. We stayed in chalet nr.8 with the pool on the deck. The chalet was very nice, really comfortable firm bed, big bathroom and a very nice view, with no insight from other rooms. We got a voucher for two free drinks, a romantic dinner for two and a 20 % off SPA treatment as a gift from the hotel. Also we got a personal driver for one day, who showed us around the island. This was a really nice experience. I do not think they are used to people that stay this long stretch of time, and they came up with ideas and proposals on things for us to do and see. The resturant had a very nice chef named Marcus. He checked up on us and even gave us a rum-tasting with his local infused rum. They serve different set menues some of the days of the week, and buffet the other days. Lots of nice different foods. Breakfast was good also, could maybe change it up a litle bit with different things to put on the bread for example. There are some wear and tear around both room, resturant and pool area - but I would guess this is normal in this type of climate. The pool in the chalet was very nice to have, but it would be perfect with one more step into the water. It was a little high for me with a bad back, but no big issue. All in all I want to recomed this hotel and give the manager Marco and his staff the credit they deserves for running a great place for holiday and relaxation! Marco seems like a good manager and a very nice person that took time out of his day to make sure we had a awesome stay. And also to our cleaner Ponsey - you rock!

Beautiful hotel located on the north of the island. Well designed chalet type accommodation built into the side of the cliff facing the sea. Outstanding quality virtually private beach. Parking for cars. Boutique style hotel. The hotel beach is outstanding.

I just can’t fault this hotel - completely perfect. Gorgeous setting overlooking the beach, and I believe all rooms face seawards. The staff are so friendly (and cheerful), especially all those we spoke to at the restaurant/bar. Room was perfect - excellent facilities including private balcony. Pool area was just right too - always an available sun-lounger to be found. Food (half board) was brilliant and the head chef came around to speak to diners after most meals - you can see his culinary influence from having spent time in the Far East, Middle East and Europe. There was hardly anyone on the beach (although open to the general public), but the waves were quite rough, so we didn’t actually swim in the sea. There’s a little “supermarket” about 10 minutes walk away where you can get various bits and pieces. Hired a car for a couple of days to see the sights of Mahe Island. I would highly recommend this hotel - one of the loveliest I have ever stayed in.