STORY Seychelles
seychelles, seychelles · ★★★★
The Verdict
Worth it for your honeymoon?
STORY Seychelles is the most thoughtfully designed adults-only (18+) resort on Praslin — a contemporary property that manages to feel intimate despite having a full range of resort facilities. Located on Praslin's southwest coast, it sits on a quiet stretch of beach with direct access to calm, sheltered water. The design is modern and stylish: clean lines, natural materials, infinity pools at multiple levels, and an aesthetic that contrasts with the older resort properties nearby. The 18+ policy is a genuine advantage for honeymooners who want a couple-dominated environment without the background noise of family resorts. The Constance Lémuria and Anse Lazio are accessible by short taxi ride — STORY's own beach is pleasant rather than extraordinary. The value proposition is strong: adults-only luxury on Praslin at rates notably below private island properties. Best for: couples who want a modern, adults-only resort on Praslin with good beach access and design quality. Skip it if: you want an iconic Seychellois character or boutique atmosphere.
- ✓Prioritise spa & wellness
- ✓Want direct beach access
- →Need a strictly adults-only resort
- →Prefer boutique & intimate properties
Score Breakdown
70/100
At a Glance
Room Recommendation
Which room to book
Book the Ocean Pool Villa or the Beachfront Suite — the pool villa category has private plunge pools with direct ocean views and the most privacy. Request a villa at the end of the row furthest from the main pool for maximum quiet. The Ocean View Suites without private pools are good value but the villa category's privacy is worth the premium on a honeymoon.
No Surprises
True cost breakdown — 7 nights for two
Based on mid-range rooms, premium-economy flights from Europe, full dining and signature experiences. Adjust for your actual travel profile.
| Item | Estimated Cost |
|---|---|
| 7 nights Ocean Pool Villa | $4,900–$7,700 |
| Flights to Seychelles (per couple, from Europe/US) | $2,400–$5,000 |
| Inter-island transfers (Mahé to Praslin — flight + transfers) | $300–$500 |
| Dining (7 days) | $700–$1,200 |
| Couples spa | $350–$600 |
| Island hopping / excursions | $350–$650 |
| Total (estimated) | $9,000–$15,650 |
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Day by Day
Your 7-night honeymoon itinerary
Arrival on Praslin & STORY Welcome
Fly Mahé to Praslin (15 minutes) or take the Cat Cocos ferry (1 hour). Transfer to STORY, which takes about 20 minutes from Praslin Airport. The arrival experience is genuinely stylish — contemporary design and an attentive welcome team. Check in, explore the villa, and spend the first evening at the adults-only main pool and restaurant. The atmosphere is calm and couple-dominated from the start.
Anse Lazio Beach Morning
Anse Lazio is 15 minutes from STORY by taxi and consistently ranks among the world's top ten beaches. Go at 9am before day-trip boats arrive from Mahé. Large pink granite boulders, white sand, and extraordinary clear water — the snorkeling at the rocky ends is excellent. Return to STORY for an afternoon at the infinity pool. Dinner at STORY's main restaurant; the wood-fired seafood dishes are the standout.
STORY Spa & Pool Day
Book a couples treatment in the morning — the STORY Spa has one of the more contemporary treatment menus on Praslin, with both traditional Creole techniques and modern wellness treatments. Afternoon is entirely unscheduled: alternate between the villa plunge pool and the communal infinity pool. Order cocktails from the roaming poolside bar. Dinner at the beach restaurant for a lighter, alfresco menu.
Vallée de Mai & Coco de Mer
The Vallée de Mai UNESCO site is about 20 minutes from STORY — a morning walk through ancient Coco de Mer forest before the heat builds. Take a guide to understand the ecosystem and to have the best chance of seeing the rare Seychelles black parrot. Back at STORY by noon for lunch and a long afternoon by the villa pool. Evening: book the sunset sailing trip the hotel offers through its activities desk.
La Digue Island Day Trip
Take the inter-island ferry from Praslin to La Digue (15 minutes). Rent bicycles and spend the day exploring the car-free island — Anse Source d'Argent beach, the L'Union Estate, and the wilder east-coast beaches of Grand Anse and Petite Anse. La Digue offers a completely different pace. Return ferry in the late afternoon; the STORY team will have your villa pool ready for a private sunset.
Private Snorkel Excursion & Beach Dinner
Book a private boat snorkel to Curieuse Marine Park — the shallow protected water has excellent visibility and giant Aldabra tortoises on the beach. Return by 1pm. Afternoon in the villa preparing for the final evening. Request a private beach dinner setup from the STORY team — the hotel is well-equipped to create a romantic beach setup for two with 24 hours notice.
Final Morning & Departure
Slow breakfast on your villa terrace. One last swim in the villa plunge pool and on STORY's beach. Transfer to Praslin Airport (20 minutes) for the domestic flight back to Mahé and your international connection. STORY is close enough to the airport for a relaxed departure without rushing.
Honest Assessment
What to know before you book
STORY's own beach, while pleasant and calm, is not the spectacular scenery of Anse Lazio or Anse Georgette. The hotel's beach is convenient but the iconic Praslin beach experiences require taxi trips.
The adults-only policy (18+) is genuine, so the atmosphere is more couple-focused than most Seychelles resorts — but STORY also attracts solo travellers and groups of adults, not exclusively honeymooners.
Praslin has limited independent restaurant options outside the resorts. Plan to dine at STORY most evenings and budget accordingly.
The contemporary design is polished but lacks the character of older Seychellois properties. If boutique charm or colonial character matters, Château de Feuilles nearby would be a stronger choice.
Pre-Arrival
Email to send the hotel
Subject: Honeymoon Reservation — [Your Names] — [Check-in Date] Dear STORY Seychelles Reservations Team, My partner and I are honeymooning at your property from [check-in] to [check-out] (Booking reference: [reference]). We would be grateful for your help with two things: 1. An Ocean Pool Villa positioned at the quietest end of the row — furthest from the main pool for maximum privacy in our plunge pool 2. A couples spa treatment booked for the morning of [date] — we would appreciate your recommendation for the best couples treatment on the current menu Special request: we would like to arrange a private beach dinner for two on the evening of [date]. Could your team advise on the setup and whether a bespoke Creole seafood menu is possible? Thank you — we are very much looking forward to it. Warmly, [Your Names]
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FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Is STORY Seychelles good for a honeymoon?
Yes — the 18+ adults-only policy creates a naturally couple-dominated atmosphere, and the modern design and private villa pools deliver genuine luxury. Positioned on Praslin with easy access to Anse Lazio and La Digue, it combines a quality resort base with Praslin's excellent island-hopping options. Good value compared to more expensive Praslin alternatives.
Best room for honeymooners?
The Ocean Pool Villa — private plunge pool facing the sea, maximum privacy. Request the villa at the far end of the row away from the main pool area. The Ocean View Suites are solid but the privacy differential from the pool villa is significant on a honeymoon. Confirm the specific villa location when booking; villa positions vary in their degree of seclusion.
Best time to visit the Seychelles?
April–May and October–November are the optimal windows — calm seas for Anse Lazio snorkeling and La Digue day trips, consistent sunshine, and lighter crowds. STORY's southwest Praslin location gives it reasonable shelter from both NW and SE trade winds, making it one of the more year-round reliable beach options on the island. December–January is beautiful but peak-priced.
Which island is STORY Seychelles on and how do you get there?
STORY is on Praslin, the Seychelles' second island, on the southwest coast. Fly from Mahé to Praslin Airport on Air Seychelles (15 minutes, multiple daily departures) or take the Cat Cocos catamaran ferry from Victoria (1 hour). The hotel transfer from Praslin Airport takes about 20 minutes. Book your domestic flight connection when booking the resort.
What's the snorkeling/diving like?
STORY's own beach has good snorkeling around the rocky edges. For the best Praslin snorkeling, Anse Lazio's rocks and the Curieuse Marine Park are accessible by boat (15–30 minutes). STORY's activities team can arrange both guided snorkel excursions and PADI dives to Praslin's better dive sites including Shark Point and the Sisters Rocks.
Insider tip for honeymooners?
Take the early Praslin–La Digue ferry (first departure is around 7:30am) and arrive at Anse Source d'Argent on La Digue before 9am. From STORY you can be on the world's most photographed beach before the day-tripper crowd arrives. It is a 15-minute walk from the La Digue ferry dock. Combine it with bicycle hire and spend the whole day exploring the island before the last ferry back.
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