Enchanting Enhancements mark the start of a new chapter for Kempinski Seychelles Resort Baie Lazare

Set in an historic coconut plantation overlooking the cerulean shores of the Indian Ocean, Kempinski Seychelles Resort Baie Lazare has been the jewel in the Seychellois crown because it opened in 2012. Now, following a two-year transformation that has added new vim and vigour to virtually each half of the resort, the island hideaway has advanced with the occasions to cater to the wants of the most discerning luxurious travellers.

From the rooms and suites to public areas, eating experiences and immersive visitor experiences that create significant encounters with Seychellois tradition and nature, each facet of the resort has been revamped.

“Our goal has always been to create a home away from home for both our valued guests and employees,” says Oliver Kuhn, General Manager, Kempinski Seychelles Resort Baie Lazare. “We have taken great care to preserve the natural elements of our surroundings throughout the renovation process while introducing new experiences that allow our guests to take a piece of the Seychelles with them when they depart.”

Every room and suite at Kempinski Seychelles Resort Baie Lazare has been meticulous refreshed, respiratory new vitality into the assortment of brilliant and ethereal abodes, which open up onto emerald landscapes and azure sea views. A new class of 80-sq-m Family Rooms with direct seashore entry are ideally suited for stress-free holidays, comprising two adjoining rooms with cover beds and en suite bogs, and a dwelling space and beachfront patio.

Designed to infuse vibrant native tradition into the resort expertise, a assortment of new encounters and workshops put visitors in the coronary heart of the motion. From interactive conventional Moutya dance performances and Creole cooking courses to studying the way to craft the excellent cocktail utilizing rum distilled on the island, there’s something for all ages and pursuits.

Designed in the model of a plantation eating room, with brilliant shows of tropical fruit and a Kids Corner for junior diners, Café Lazare has launched themed evenings that take diners on a culinary journey round the world. Le Petit Chef is a theatrical eating expertise the place a gastronomic tasting menu is guided by a six-centimetre-tall digital chef, rendered utilizing 3D mapping know-how on the tabletop, whereas Planters Bar & Lounge has dwell native leisure and artistic cocktails. Beachfront restaurant Windsong, voted the Seychelles’ Best Hotel Restaurant 2023 at the World Culinary Awards, serves up delectable seafood and Creole specialities like Kari Zourit, set to the spectacular backdrop of the Indian Ocean, whereas new barefoot beachfront Kalou Bar is the place to be for laid-back island vibes.

Meeting and occasion areas have additionally been upgraded: the resort’s convention room, Salon Quincy, has been fitted out with state-of-the-art know-how, making it one of the most sought-after venues on the island for weddings and company occasions, whereas smaller venue Lemongrass is right for intimate gatherings.

New therapy menus at Kempinski The Spa now characteristic domestically sourced natural merchandise, whereas the new-look gymnasium and health centre boasts floodlit tennis and padel courts for after-hours tournaments.

The latest addition of new photo voltaic panels helped Kempinski Seychelles Resort Baie Lazare to realize EarthCheck Gold certification in November, including to initiatives designed to cut back water consumption, safeguard the welfare of the Seychelles’ famed large tortoises and a reef restoration mission launched in partnership with marine schooling and conservation specialist CleverOceans.

“Though our two-year transformation programme is complete, there is always more work to be done in terms of our sustainability and conservation efforts,” says Oliver Kuhn. “Among other initiatives, we hope to be able to bottle our own water on site in the near future, helping safeguard this precious and pristine environment for future generations.”