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Reviews of Coral Strand Smart Choice 4 stars

Beach Road, Mahe, Beau Vallon, Seychelles

#7 of 9 hotels in Beau Vallon

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 893 hotel reviews

7.4

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    7.7

  • Comfort

    7.8

  • Location

    9.1

  • Facilities

    7.3

  • Staff

    8.3

  • Value for money

    7.1

  • Free WiFi

    7.0

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  • Reviewed: 10 May 2024

    8.0
    Was a perfect place
    • Business trip
    • Group
    • Signature Ocean View Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Was confusing re invoice process

    Perfect location and lovely staff and good restaurants

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 10 May 2024

    8.0
    I enjoyed my stay at coral strand
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior Room with Ocean View
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Construction noise and dust

    Proximity to the ocean, swimming pool and the view. My room was well decorated considering it was our anniversary and we were welcomed with a bottle of champagne. Millie at the reception was very welcoming and helpful. Our late checkout was granted at no cost

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 7 May 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Superior Room with Ocean View
    • Stayed 1 night

    all god

    Close to the beach. Perfect.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 7 May 2024

    8.0
    A solid 8 with room for improvement, top location
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Coral Classic Ocean View
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The first room we were given had a strong smell of mould, which unfortunately is present in quite a few of the other rooms judging by the reviews. We've noted that with reception and they quickly arranged an alternative, so top marks for that. Also the doors aren't that good with sound proofing so if you're a light sleeper you might have troubles with people passing by or birds and bats screaming in the night or early morning. Cleanliness was ok, although not 10 out of 10

    Good choice of dining venues, all with good quality food even for the buffet. We've had a grilled fish for 20 euros that was really exceptional. Same goes for breakfast, ample choice with view on the sea. The beds are super comfortable and they make for a really good night sleep. Room is spacious enough, although it starts to feel a bit dated. They are renovating bit by bit, so shortly they should all be updated. The staff is helpful and kind and since we are expecting a baby they decorated the bed with good wishes that was very sweet! The location is one of the best on the island, nearby you'll find shops, restaurants, some nightlife and beach bars. Also the sunsets are amazing and it is arguably the best spot on the island to appreciate them

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 2 May 2024

    8.0
    Decent stay- Average food- But they really surprised us with good treatment on last day
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Coral Standard
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    They gave a crappy room to us initially, coz we checked in early. They changed it by evening a great room. They are very cautious about the billing of restaurant food that they insist on immediate payment. Though we booked for two days, they denied to bill it on room.

    They gave us very good room subsequently when we requested for the same. They arranged a surprise champagne for us for our anniversary.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 30 April 2024

    7.0
    A fine place to enjoy the Seychelles
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Coral Classic Ocean View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Needs a renovation, but worked fine for us. Waiters insisted saying that there was no local beer available, while they kept on serving it in other tables, which was quite weird.

    Staff was really nice and got us a packed breakfast for our early flight. Nice location right on the beach with spacious rooms and a beautiful view. Good buffet for dinner including live grilling.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 26 April 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Coral Standard
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Reconstruction noise in the hotel section being renovated. Not too loud, but somewhat bothering when you try to take a nap in the afternoon. Overall aging hotel, so renovation is a good thing for future guests, not us.

    Great location. Best Indian restaurant in the hotel. Good parking.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 21 April 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior Room with Ocean View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Slightly old property, needs little more maintenance.

    The staff is excellent and takes good care of the guests.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 14 April 2024

    8.0
    Fantastic staff, great location, good breakfast, facilities very nice
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Room with Ocean View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Can't think of anything specific, overall it was great

    Breakfast was great, excellent choice

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 14 April 2024

    8.0
    Lovely location
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Coral Classic Ocean View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    As we had to check out, the staff suggested to keep our luggage in the luggage room till our taxi came. They put bands on our bags and gave us a slip with the matching number. When we came to collect our bags the staff could not locate them. We were over 30 minutes waiting for our bags. Each member of staff couldn’t recall taking the bags even though we handed them to the manager, he still refused to take accountability. Turns out they were placed back up in the room. It was a genuine mistake but the staff didn’t handle it correctly and were refusing to acknowledge their mishap. It was an unfortunate end to a lovely stay.

    Excellent location, right on the beach! The rooms were lovely and stunning views.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 6 April 2024

    7.0
    Honeymoon
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Coral Classic Ocean View
    • Stayed 8 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The hotel deserves a renovation (part of it is already under construction). Good room and comfortable beds, but the air conditioners need to be cleaned regularly otherwise there is humid air in the room. Breakfast always the same. I do not recommend their buffet restaurant (expensive and not very good)

    The hotel is in a perfect position, close to restaurants and street food. Their Indian and Japanese restaurants are really good! Staff is very nice (specially Ezra)

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 31 March 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Coral Classic Ocean View
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Hard to get a pool towel, the security box in room was not fastened to wall, and patio door latch did not work - had to place a chair in front of it each time I used the deck

    Great food and lovely beach to swim at

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 24 March 2024

    7.0
    Well located and good value hotel in beau valon
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Coral Classic Ocean View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Staircase and lifts were situated to the side of the building so you had to walk all the way round to go to the pool- would be better if more centrally located. Restaurants were overpriced.

    Beachfront. Lovely pool. Well located in beau valon. Really good hotel breakfast. Staff were lovely and really accommodating.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 24 March 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Superior Room with Ocean View
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The band

    Location

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 18 March 2024

    8.0
    Really good vacation, could use some improvement
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Signature Ocean View Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    If you are light sleeper you will have some issues here. I didn’t liked that there is construction. Even if you want to sleep late because you are on vacation forget about that. Literally from 9am-6pm every single day(except Sunday, we were blessed with some afternoon peace that day). We couldn’t fully enjoy, because the soundproof of room is so bad. You could hear anything, no matter where are you staying. You could hear neighbors above you moving chairs, you can hear staff talking close to your room, but you have feeling that they are inside of your room. Without that our stay would be 10. Breakfast buffet could use some variety, every single day was the same except for fruit( they can put some effort there). Coral Asia restaurant really expensive for what they are offering(staff not interested at all, late food, quality of the food so so.)

    We had such a nice time at Coral. We were really lucky to get one if the newest room and thank goodness for that. Our room(322) 3rd floor is such a beautiful space, everything was brand new, designed with taste. No issues there. Definitely an ocean view room, because the location of hotel is literally on the beach. We only had breakfast buffet, it’s okay. Decent amount of food. Daily cleaning, really nice staff.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 16 March 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Coral Classic Ocean View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    It's a large old fashioned 70s hotel which could do with a bit of refurbishment but we didn't mind that. Overall would definitely stay there again.

    Fantastic location right on the beach with good beachside restaurant lovely for evening drinks and watching sunset. Gave us an upgrade to superior seafront room with fantastic views. Very well organised and provided us with shower room and use of all facilities on last day due to late flight. All staff lovely, friendly and helpful. Close to other restaurants and bars further along beach.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 3 March 2024

    8.0
    Great location on the beach
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Coral Standard
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Pool area crowded, but you can get sunbeds on the beach.

    Right on the beautiful beach. Clean rooms with air-conditioning.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 3 March 2024

    7.0
    Friendly staff
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Coral Classic Ocean View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing I liked everything

    The place Is clean with very friendly staff

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 24 February 2024

    8.0
    Nice beach hotel for short stays. Very friendly staff.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Coral Classic Ocean View
    • Stayed 1 night

    Unfortunately there is construction going on, and made it difficult for our afternoon naps ;-)

    The hotel itself is a little dated in decor, but it makes up for it with their staff. Everyone is so attentive and willing to help. I would call out Jemmalyna at the restaurant who despite had a challenging time to split the bill among 12 people, she always had a friendly attitude and remained very professional. Elsie was our waitress a few times as well and is so lovely, friendly and goes the extra mile. When checking out, I met with Millie at the front desk who I was interacting with via messaging and is also a great asset to the hotel. The beds are very comfortable, and the view from our balcony was very pleasant.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 23 February 2024

    6.0
    Blend of fair accommodation with great location. Not highest quality but high quality prices.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Silhouette Honeymoon
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Extortionate beer prices. Did not get the room I had booked and paid for and the room I had paid for 'with a problem' had others staying in it. They did offer a larger room for day 2 and 3 and a free lunch as compensation, but I was subject to a stomach upset 24 hours after arrival.....

    Location.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 20 February 2024

    8.0
    Nice part of the island. Super beach. Very nice staff.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Coral Standard
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nice staff. Good breakfast. Great location

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 16 February 2024

    8.0
    Relaxing apart from construction
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Coral Classic Ocean View
    • Stayed 9 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Chair on balcony uncomfortable. A comfortable chair in the room woyld have been good. Elevators didnt work. Consyruction noide well past 5pm.

    Excellent locatiin. Excellent breakfast.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 8 January 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Coral Standard
    • Stayed 11 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    One of the best things about the place was the staff - they were all amazing and always helpful. Millie, at the reception, was so kind with all of us and my daughter absolutely loved her. It made the stay really even more special!

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 30 December 2023

    8.0
    Clean, comfortable and relaxing stay.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Coral Classic Ocean View
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    For some reason, you can really hear the waves. Quite loud in the evenings when trying to sleep.

    Excellent location and attentive staff.

    Stayed in December 2023

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