
View of L’Escale Visitor Center from the marina
Elsa Young
Located in the Indian Ocean, off East Africa, the main islands of the Seychelles include; Mahé, Praslin, and La Digue. They are famous for their UNESCO World Heritage Sites, warm weather, and white sandy beaches. Yacht lovers love to travel through the 115 islands and have made the area one of the best superyacht destinations in the world as an alternative to the full Caribbean.
Now there is something else to celebrate, namely the opening of L’Escale Resort Marina & Spa, a stylish new resort on a building that was once the site of the Wharf Hotel. It is the only resort town in Seychelles with its own Marina to accommodate Superyachts parked in front.

Aerial view of the pool at L’Escale Visitor Center
Elsa Young
Located just 10 minutes away from Seychelles International Airport, the resort is on the mainland of Mahé and close to the Island of Eden. Symbolized by renowned London and Villa experts, Winch Design, its interior architecture and style, is all about Superyacht luxury with its clean lines, sleekness, and local tropical hardwoods that support the island’s spirit in its -every place. The resort will mark Winch Design’s first foray into the luxury resort sector, with L’Escale positioning it as their first boutique hotel project.

View from L’Escale’s Royal Chamber with the 390-foot Superyacht A in the rear marina
L’Escale Resort Marina & Spa
With just 25 suites, the Resort features a range of luxury options; the Spa Pool Villas have two bedrooms, private decks and diving pools, and also offer a private Butler Service. The 4,000sf Penthouse is located on the top floor of the main building and comprises a separate living and dining room located between two spacious bedrooms, each with its own ensuite bathroom and progressive sea views. It also comes with its own kitchen and butler area, and a private chef can be provided while you are there.
The 7,000sf Presidential Villa is housed in its own two-story building with elegant design, interior facilities and services. The 4,000sf Royal Chamber on the top floor of the Tourist Information Center, with a second bedroom, also offers ample accommodation. The suite also includes a private elevator and a large outdoor deck with private pool and Jacuzzi.

Side of the pool overlooking the marina at L’Escale
Elsa Young
The 10,000sf two-story spa includes two treatment rooms, steam room, hammam, sauna, Rasul (thermal mud treatment), Infinity heated pool, Jacuzzi, and relaxation areas. The Spa building includes a gym and yoga room and also offers a private nurse for any medical needs. The spa villas are in the back of the hotel, moved through Japanese Garden walkways and tropical palms. The entrance to the Spa is through a candlelit tunnel to the main reception. The Tourist Center offers a gourmet restaurant overlooking the Marina with international cuisine with a refreshing Creole flavor. Guests can soak up the elegant day beds around the main swimming pool and open-air juice bar, or enjoy a Holistic Spa surrounded by Zen gardens.

Bedroom Villa President
Elsa Young
But the addition of the beautiful private Marina is the ultimate facility and will become one of the few places serving Superyachts. The Marina has the capacity to accommodate approximately 19 vessels, with a maximum of 328 feet, providing state-of-the-art pontoons. The Marina also includes facilities for power, water, and black water distribution service.