Right on the wonderful golden crescent of Mahé’s famous Beau Vallon Beach, the Coral Strand Hotel has long been a favourite of divers and other holidaymakers seeking an affordable tropical island escape. And since its only 20 minutes from Seychelles International Airport and ten minutes from Victoria, the island’s quaint capital, the hotel is also popular with business visitors. And although it has recently enjoyed a facelift with the creation of a new business centre, an upgrade of rooms, a sprucing up of the main restaurant, pool bar and kitchens, it still remains excellent value.