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L'Hirondelle

3.0 star property
Beach guesthouse in Praslin Island with free parking

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Beach nearby, white sand, beach towels, fishing
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Garden
Apartment, Sea View | Balcony
Memory foam beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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Anse Volbert, Praslin Island
  • Place, Anse Volbert Beach
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Curieuse National Marine Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Cote D'Or Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Victoria (SEZ-Seychelles Intl.)

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Apartment, Garden View | Memory foam beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Apartment, Garden View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 560 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Ocean View | Private kitchenette | Full-size fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Ocean View

  • 1098 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Memory foam beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Apartment, Sea View

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 560 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Praslin Island

L'Hirondelle places you within a 10-minute stroll of Anse Volbert Beach and Curieuse National Marine Park. Each of the 12 rooms at this 3-star guesthouse includes a kitchenette, a furnished balcony, and a refrigerator.
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What's nearby

  • Anse Volbert Beach - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Curieuse National Marine Park - 2 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Cote D'Or Beach - 4 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Anse Lazio Beach - 10 min drive - 5.1 miles
  • Anse Georgette Beach - 26 min drive - 11.3 miles

Getting around

  • Praslin Island (PRI) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Losean Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • Bikini Bottom
  • ‪Mabuya Beach restaurant - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Hibiscus Restaurant - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Cool Licks - ‬4 min drive

About this property

L'Hirondelle

Beach guesthouse in Praslin Island with free parking
Guests staying at L'Hirondelle enjoy free WiFi in public areas, laundry facilities, and a garden. You can take advantage of free parking, along with an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for EUR 25 per vehicle roundtrip. The front desk has multilingual staff that can help with luggage storage, tours or tickets, and securing valuables.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 24-inch LED TVs with cable channels. Memory foam beds grant a restful night's sleep, and bathrooms offer rainfall showers and hair dryers. Kitchenettes, furnished balconies or patios, and refrigerators are other standard amenities.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:30 AM to noon for a fee: EUR 15 per person

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Boat tours
  • Fishing

Family friendly

  • Dining table
  • High chair
  • In-room babysitting (surcharge)
  • In-room crib
  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Living room
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Travel crib

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • Direct access to the beach
  • Garden

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 3 floors
  • Built in 2013
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Memory foam mattress
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 24-inch LED TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Electric kettle
  • Freezer
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Stovetop
  • Tea bags/instant coffee
  • Toaster

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free local calls
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Living room
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at noon
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 6:30 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 6:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from September 1 2026 to December 15 2026 (dates subject to change).

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 25.00 per night
  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 1.45 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 13 years of age.

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately EUR 15.00 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 25 per vehicle (roundtrip)
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 25.00 per night

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Check-in: noon
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available 24 hours), which is offered for a fee. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit or credit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • Nearby construction work may cause some noise disturbance.
  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

L'Hirondelle House
L'Hirondelle House Praslin Island
L'Hirondelle Praslin Island
L'Hirondelle Guesthouse Praslin Island
L'Hirondelle Guesthouse
L'Hirondelle Praslin Island
L'Hirondelle Guesthouse Praslin Island

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see within easy reach of L'Hirondelle?

Located steps from Cote D'Or Beach, this guesthouse is in Praslin Island, and within a 10-minute walk of Anse Volbert Beach and Curieuse National Marine Park. You'll also find Anse Lazio Beach and Anse Takamaka Beach within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at L'Hirondelle?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the guesthouse.

Does L'Hirondelle feature a casino on the premises?

No, L'Hirondelle doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at L'Hirondelle?

No, there is no indoor pool at this guesthouse.

Is L'Hirondelle good for couples?

Couples will appreciate amenities at this guesthouse, including a memory foam mattress and a kitchenette in each accommodation with some featuring ocean views.

Does L'Hirondelle have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this guesthouse.

Does L'Hirondelle have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

L'Hirondelle offers continental breakfast each morning for a surcharge though there is no restaurant.

Will L'Hirondelle allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at L'Hirondelle.

Are there connecting rooms at L'Hirondelle?

Yes, you can book connecting guestrooms at this guesthouse for your group or family vacation.

How far is the airport from L'Hirondelle?

The closest major airport to L'Hirondelle is Praslin Island (PRI), which is 7.9 mi away (16 minutes by car). Another top airport is Seychelles Intl. Airport (SEZ), which is around 29.4 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies at L'Hirondelle?

Yes, every accommodation at L'Hirondelle comes with a furnished balcony with some featuring ocean or garden views.

L'Hirondelle Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 83 out of 119 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 27 out of 119 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 119 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 119 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 119 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jessica, Toronto

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel on an amazing beach!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

ziv

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Boutique place. Very clean and comfortable. Across the road from a beautiful beach. Cleaned the room every day. You can get take away from a lot of places near by and eat in the AC. Really enjoy our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darryl

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities
We had a wonderful stay at L'Hirondelle. The apartment was perfect, the location was fantastic, and the service was second to none. We highly recommend L'Hirondelle.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Delightful guest house fit our needs perfectly. Large family 2 parents, 4 kids. we got two rooms. Walking distance to corner grocery, restaurants, dive shop, and most importantly, Gold Coast beaches of Praslin! Just the right balance of space, nice patio, simple kitchen.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Laura

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Brilliant small guest house, amazing sea views

Lovely large apartment with great facilities. The balconies from the sea view rooms are amazing with very nice furniture. The kitchen is well equipped, although we mainly just walked 10 mins (out of the gate and left) to several lovely restaurants. The four poster bed is perfect and so pretty. Loved it! Would 100% recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

6/10 Okay

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Nice department, noise from road, sandflies

Clean and nice department with beautiful view. Helpfull and friendly staff. Unfortunately a lot of noise from the road. Beach full of sandflies.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great location, clean, comfortable

A short 3 night stay, hotel is right in front of a beautiful beach and walking distance to several ATMs, mini-markets and restaurants. Location was quite good, hotel arranges trips. There is only breakfast served to your room so lunch / dinner is either eat out or cook yourself as it is a self catering type apartment. Seychelles is quite expensive and I would say this hotel is quite reasonably priced, clean and comfortable. Would definitely recommend this hotel, would suit couples, families or friends.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well - located accommodation near all restaurants and shops and next to the beach. The staff was very friendly and helpful ( helping with renting of car, taxi, recommendations). During the Covid 19 situation our breakfast was prepared directly in our room by staff with the facemask which was really comfortable and really tasty. Even the road in front of the guesthouse was not noisy.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We spend excellent days during our honeymoon journey here. The room was very clean and romantic. We found everything we need. The fantastic sandy beach was in front of the house. Our host - Emilia took care of us, organized everything we wished as in fairytale...
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice accommodation on Praslin with good location. Even though L'Hirondelle is self-catering, it felt more like a hotel in many ways. Breakfast (which is optional) was prepared in our own kitchen and served on our balcony - a new, but really convenient experience. The welcome drinks and amenities in the kitchen and bathroom were all things that we did not expect and have pleasantly surprised us. The staff were friendly and helpful (including organizing excursions). The room and building were nicely maintained.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Raik

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great place

Amazing place with a perfect location! Enjoyed every moment of it. Clean, tidy and nice. Emilia and the staff were very helpful
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2020

8/10 Good

Sonja

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice place next to a beautiful beach. Great view from balcony! Very comfortable for family of four. Would be good to have some space at the beach that could be used by guests. All together very pleasant.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2020

8/10 Good

Johanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Nov 19

Very central location and view of the sea is amazing. Clean apartment. Only negative is that the living space and bathroom is open with only slatted doors to the outside eg: no windows to close meaning that the mosquitos/insects get in to apartment making sitting in the lounge uncomfortable on an evening and risk been bitten whilst using the bathroom. Fortunately the bedroom has windows and solid doors which keeps out the insects.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
On a main road busy from 5.30 am.,louvred doors and windows meant the only place to keep cool was bedroom.Sheets not changed in 5 night stay.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2019

8/10 Good

samantha

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good location , large room

A lovely apartment, great location across the road from the beach and a short walk from the "village". Having come from sleepy La Digue the road was very busy and noisy at times especially on Saturday night into the small hours ,handy though that the local bus stop was outside the front door . In comparison to the other two properties we stayed in we felt that it was a little overpriced for self catering accommodation and that breakfast should be included in the price paid. The biggest disappointment was that the management decided to change our air conditioning unit on our last evening . Why any property would choose to do this at 5pm when guests are returning from days out is very puzzling . We were offered another room but since we were leaving the next day it would have been too much upheaval to move . The most alarming point however was the fact that despite having been lectured on security and to make sure everything was in the safe and doors were locked ....the door was left unlocked by the staff after they had finished their work and we were out for dinner . Very disappointed and irritated at the lack of respect for our security . It was a shame as otherwise the positives outweigh the negatives.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Absolutely wonderful,we had room 4 which is one the first floor furthest left on the photograph and the view to the beach is amazing. There is a small supermarket nearby and several beach restaurants but best of all the beach just across the road is the best we have ever seen!!! We will return
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent choice for staying in Cote D'or. When booking I had a concern that it was close to the road but very little traffic after 10 pm and good sound insulation - slept well. Right across from the beach and all anenities nearby.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2018

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Right in Cote D'Or if that's what you want!

With a beach and bus stop outside, ATM 30 m away and restaurants very close by it has great accessibility. However, you do need to be aware that there is a very busy/active small road just outside your room. If you are a people watcher (take a top floor, room 7 was ours, and fill your boots) this is amazing; if you seek solitude then not. Fotunately the double glazed extremely well air conditioned bedroom is in the back and sleep is excellent on a very comfortable bed.

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent value property in Praslin

Great value, property and rooms are in excellent condition. Good value in-room breakfast for 12€/person. We stayed theee nights but could have easily stayed 7.

10/10 Excellent

Guillaume

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Niklas

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Sehr schöne Unterkunft mit guter Lage. Bushaltestelle direkt vor der Haustür. Einkaufsmöglichkeiten und take aways fussläufig in unter 5 min erreichbar. Man ist in einer Minute zu Fuß am Strand, der wirklich wunderschön ist. Der Service war hervorragend.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

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