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Avani+ Barbarons Seychelles

P.O. Box 626 Mahe, Victoria, Seychelles
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About us

Avani+ Barbarons Seychelles Resort is a 4* deluxe lifestyle beachfront resort, situated on the West coast of Mahe, the main island of Seychelles, along the beautiful, powdery sands and turquoise cove of Barbarons Beach. Only 30 minutes by car from the International airport. Blending island cool with upbeat vibes, bliss out with essential comforts in your choice of 180 rooms and 12 spacious suites. Relax with refreshing vistas of lush gardens or the stunning azure coast. Cool off in swim-up bars, immerse in rejuvenating spa treatments or savour great dining options in stunning surroundings. All rooms are equipped with air-conditioning, flat screen TVs, on-demand movies, WiFi, mini-bar, tea & coffee facilities, writing desk, sofa (excluding twin bedded rooms) and safe deposit box. Options of twin and king rooms are available, with either balcony or terrace. All rooms feature walk-in showers. Lagoon Rooms and Beachfront Rooms have the option of walk-in showers and bathtubs. Business in paradise? It couldn't be simpler. Our conference room, two meeting rooms and an open foyer for reception and breakouts make your work easy. State-of-the-art technology and an experienced in-house events team help you to deliver the exceptional – whether you’re hosting a board meeting, global convention or cocktail reception. Flexible spaces for seamless occasions.

Venue Details

ChainMinor Hotel Group
BrandAvani
Built1978
Renovated2025
Total meeting space4,392 sq. ft.
Guest Rooms192
Venue typeHotel

Awards

Industry awards
Certificate of Excellence Travelers' Choice (Trip Advisor) - 2020 Certificate Seychelles Sustainable Tourism Label - 2020 Certified by the Seychelles Public Health Authority - 2020

Amenities

Room features and guest services
  • Concierge services
  • Internet access
  • Laundry service
  • Luggage storage
  • Room service
  • View (garden)
  • View (ocean or water)
Facilities
  • Onsite catering
  • Onsite gift shop
  • Onsite restaurant
  • Onsite security
  • Rental car service
  • Wheelchair accessible
Business services
  • AV capabilities
  • Business center
  • Video conference
  • VIP services

Meeting rooms

Total meeting space
4,392 sq. ft.
Largest room
3,110.8 sq. ft.
Meeting rooms
4
Second largest room
2,099.0 sq. ft.
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Meeting space

Name
Room size
Ceiling height
Maximum capacity
U-Shape
Banquet rounds
Cocktail rounds
Theater
Classroom
Boardroom
Crescent rounds (Cabaret)
E-Shape
Hollow square
Takamaka 1
2,099.0 sq. ft.
58.1 x 36.1 sq. ft.
15.7 ft.
200
50
120
200
200
150
40
120
-
40
Flamboyant
419.8 sq. ft.
21.7 x 19.4 sq. ft.
9.2 ft.
25
16
--
25
16
16
-
8
16
Cannelle
269.1 sq. ft.
19.4 x 13.8 sq. ft.
9.2 ft.
15
8
--
15
12
8
-
8
8
Foyer
|
1,700.7 sq. ft.
41.3 x 41.3 sq. ft.
-
150
--
150
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Takamaka 2
1,011.8 sq. ft.
36.1 x 27.9 sq. ft.
15.7 ft.
100
25
60
100
100
75
20
60
-
20
Takamaka 1 & 2
3,110.8 sq. ft.
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Guest rooms

Total guest rooms
192
Suites
12

Location

Getting Here

Distance from airport 9.76 mi
Parking in the area
Complimentary parking

Local Attractions

Morne Seychellois Nature Trail
Recreation
Morne Seychellois Nature Trail is the country’s toughest trail, named after the famous Morne Seychellois National Park. The trail begins at Sans Soucis and is 2.3 km long and of high intensity level. It takes around three hours to reach Seychelles’ highest peak of 905m. The trail is mostly a steep climb through the beautiful, biodiversity rich jungle and crosses streams, granite boulders and old cinnamon plantation.
Bel Air, SC
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National Biodiversity Centre
Recreation
If you enjoy long leisurely walks, gardens, nature, the outdoors and photography, the Biodiversity Centre is the place for you. The 17 hectares centre, located on the west coast of Mahe Island allows visitors to experience the vegetation of different ecosystems present in Seychelles. It contains a number of gardens such as the “Scent Garden”, “Palm Forest” and “Succulent Garden”. The huge plant conservation centre, located near the main road, boasts at least 115 different plants of which 29 are of endemic species. The Biodiversity Centre enables Seychelles to continue its leading role in the conservation of biodiversity and to reinforce development of ecotourism in Seychelles.
Barbarons, SC
The Botanical Garden
Historical landmark
30 mins
The Botanical Garden, located close to the capital Victoria, provides visitors a quick and easy access to nature. The most popular attraction of the beautiful garden is the giant tortoises which one can feed. Although it started as an agricultural station in 1901, by the middle of the twentieth century the Botanical Garden had become a public park with added landscaping skills providing a more beautiful Garden for its visitors. One of the most visited conservation site in the country, the garden is very popular with locals and tourists alike. The many attractions of the garden include Coco de Mer plants, a huge variety of ornamental and native plants, the Thai and Chinese Gardens
Victoria, SC
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Trois Frères Distillery - Takamaka
Historical landmark
The property, which is at Au Cap, and was previously known as Eco-Musée, dates back to 1792. It is currently being restored to its original splendour. La Plaine St. André is home to Takamaka rum distilleries. An iconic heritage site turned island rum experience. Souvenir rum shop, free guided distillery tours, rum tasting, museum, medicinal garden, ruins, giant Aldabra tortoises (Taka and Maka), food truck and delicious cocktails at the rum shack.
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Mission Lodge - Venn's Town Cultural Landscape
Historical landmark
The Mission Ruins (Venn's Town Ruins) is situated on Mahe Island in the South West of the Morne Seychellois national park. Originally called Venn’s Town. Missionaries ran a school there for liberated African slaves’ children landing in Seychelles after 1861. This was an opportunity for them to promote their respective faith in the Seychelles. The Mission Ruins is a national monument, and as a popular tourist attraction it is one of the most visited historical sites in Seychelles. A viewing lodge at the end of the hill where Venn’s Town once stood affords a magnificent panoramic view of the western seascape and coast lands.
Morne Blanc - Sans Soucis, SC
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Michael Adams Studio
Recreation
20 mins
Michael Adams, M.B.E. the Seychelles’ best known artist has been living and working in the Seychelles since 1972. His vividly coloured pictures show up a wealth of detail and evoke the fecundity of the islands. Michael Adams Art Gallery is situated at his residence at Anse aux Poules Bleues and is filled with colourful silk-screens, watercolour paintings, postcards, line blocks and calendars
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Turquoise horse trails
Recreation
8 mins
Offering the best way to explore and experience the wild and exotic beaches of the World’s oldest mid oceanic granitic islands, on Horseback!
Barbarons, SC
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SMAC Adventure
Recreation
15 mins
The main attraction is a Zip Line route on Ephelia 's Mountain. 8 x Zips from 85m to approximately 120m. Best Family Excursion on the island. Glide through the forest canopy and experience the beauty and adrenaline that this adventure provides. All ages can participate from 4 years and older
Port Glaud
VIC_AUS, SC
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Seychelles Golf Club
Seychelles Golf Club
Recreation
30 mins
Tee off in the tropics at Mahé's palm-fringed nine-hole golf course.
Anse aux Pins
Mahe, SC
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International Airport
Airport
30 mins
Seychelles International Airport is only a 30-minute drive from the resort and operates flights to a number of international cities including London, Frankfurt, Paris, Dubai and Johannesburg to name a few
SC
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Sir Selwyn Selwyn-Clarke Market
Shopping
30 mins
The bustling Victoria Market in Mahé offers a vibrant tapestry of Seychellois culture, where visitors can explore colorful stalls brimming with locally sourced fruits, spices, crafts, and souvenirs. The market provides an authentic glimpse into the island nation's daily life and traditions.
Market Street
Victoria - Mahe, SC
Cooking Class
Cooking Class
Recreation
Avani Moments Cooking class experience, bring a taste of island life home Cooking class experience, bring a taste of island life home
SC
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Port Launay Marine Park
Recreation
15 mins
One of Seychelles most picturesque seascapes
Victoria, SC
Sauzier Waterfall
Recreation
15 mins
One of the most spectacular waterfalls on Mahé
Victoria, SC

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Additional Information

Facility Restrictions

All rooms are single or double occupancy

Cancellation Policy

Advised with RFP

Additional details

Opening in June 2025, taking group and conference requests from September 2025.

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Avani+ Barbarons Seychelles Frequently Asked Questions

Explore frequently asked questions from the Avani+ Barbarons Seychelles regarding Health and Safety, Sustainability, and Diversity and Inclusion

Sustainable Practices

Please provide comments or a link to any publicly communicated Avani+ Barbarons Seychelles's sustainability or social impact goals/strategy.
https://www.minor.com/en/sustainability/sustainability-strategy/sustainability-strategy and https://www.minor.com/en/sustainability/sustainability-goals-performance
Does Avani+ Barbarons Seychelles have a strategy that focuses on the elimination and diversion of waste (i.e. plastics, papers, cardboard, etc.)? If yes, please elaborate on your strategy of elimination and diversion of waste.
Yes, Responsibly manage environmental discharges e.g. wastewater effluent, greenhouse gas and air emissions and waste disposal by the 3R approach – Reuse, Reduce and Recycle. https://www.minor.com/storage/download/corporate-policies/environmental-policy-en.pdf

Diversity and Inclusion

For US hotels only, is Avani+ Barbarons Seychelles and/or parent company certified as a 51% diverse owned business enterprise (BE)? If yes, please indicate which one of the following you are certified as:
No response.
If applicable, could you please provide a link to Avani+ Barbarons Seychelles's public report on their commitments and initiatives related to diversity, equity, and inclusion?
https://www.minor.com/storage/download/sustainability-reports/2020/mint-sd-performance-data-en.pdf (page 3) https://www.minor.com/storage/download/corporate-policies/20210712-human-rights-policy-en.pdf (Point 2.3)

Health and Safety

Were practices at Avani+ Barbarons Seychelles developed based on health service recommendations from public governmental entities or private organizations? If Yes, please list which organizations were used to develop these practices.
Yes, Societe Generale de Surveillance(SGS)
Does Avani+ Barbarons Seychelles clean and sanitize public areas and publicly accessible facilities (i.e. meeting rooms, restaurants, elevator banks, etc.)? If yes, describe any new measures that are taken.
Yes, All our hotels follow cleaning protocols based on medical practices approved by the World Health Organization and certified by SGS. Public areas and facilities are disinfected every 1 hour. Rubbish and clean garbage are being removed every 1 hour.
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