AVANI Hotels & Resorts, the upscale hospitality brand from Thailand-based Minor Hotel Group, has opened its first property in the Indian Ocean: AVANI Seychelles Barbarons Resort & Spa. The resort sits on the peaceful Barbarons Beach along the west coast of Mahé, roughly 25 minutes from Seychelles International Airport, and welcomes guests after an extensive $14 million refurbishment.
The resort features 124 well-appointed guestrooms and suites, each with a private balcony or terrace offering garden, pool, or ocean views. Rooms are designed to provide essential comforts and a relaxed island ambience, combining modern amenities with warm, welcoming décor.
Dining options at the resort include two on-site restaurants serving a range of local and international cuisine. Guests can also enjoy drinks and light bites at the pool bar and a shisha bar, while private dining options cater to more intimate or special occasions.
AVANI Seychelles Barbarons Resort & Spa offers a suite of leisure facilities designed to complement the island setting. Outdoor amenities include a generously sized swimming pool and sun deck ideal for lounging and soaking up the tropical climate. The spa provides treatments and a plunge pool to enhance relaxation, and the resort’s kids’ club ensures younger guests have engaging activities and supervised fun.
Beyond the property, the location on Mahé’s west coast offers easy access to scenic coastal drives, nearby beaches and local attractions, making the resort a convenient base for exploring the island’s natural beauty and cultural sites. The resort’s refurbishment focused on refreshing public areas, guest accommodations and leisure facilities to align with AVANI’s contemporary lifestyle positioning and to provide an elevated guest experience.
AVANI Hotels & Resorts’ global portfolio continues to expand across Asia and Africa. The brand now operates properties in countries including Thailand, Sri Lanka, Vietnam, Malaysia and the Seychelles, as well as several destinations in Africa such as Mozambique, Botswana, Lesotho, Namibia and Zambia. Each AVANI property aims to blend modern design, comfortable amenities and accessible service to appeal to both leisure and business travelers.
With the opening of AVANI Seychelles Barbarons Resort & Spa, the brand strengthens its presence in the Indian Ocean region and adds a refreshed beachfront option for travelers seeking a contemporary resort experience on Mahé. The combination of renovated accommodations, varied dining outlets, leisure facilities and a convenient location near the airport positions the resort as a compelling choice for visitors to the Seychelles.