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Villa Bethlehem

2.5 star property

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A beach with clear water, a sandy shore, and a small island with vegetation and a building. - Villa Bethlehem (Mahé Island)
Comfort Room | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, bed sheets - Villa Bethlehem (Mahé Island)
A building with a wooden facade, a white balustrade, and a small garden area with plants. - Villa Bethlehem (Mahé Island)
Terrace/patio - Villa Bethlehem (Mahé Island)
42-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV, pay movies - Villa Bethlehem (Mahé Island)
Consider a stay at Villa Bethlehem and take advantage of a free daily manager's reception, a terrace, and a garden. Free wired internet is available to all guests, along with laundry facilities and a restaurant.

Reviews

6.8 out of 10

Entire home

1 bedroomSleeps 212 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Pet friendly
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

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About this property

Villa Bethlehem

  • Vacation home by the ocean
  • Consider a stay at Villa Bethlehem and take advantage of a free daily manager's reception, a terrace, and a garden. Free wired internet is available to all guests, along with laundry facilities and a restaurant.
  • Additional perks include:
    • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), express check-out, and express check-in
    • Luggage storage, a front-desk safe, and wedding services
    • Concierge services, barbecue grills, and multilingual staff
  • Room features
  • All guestrooms at Villa Bethlehem feature comforts such as laptop-compatible safes and air conditioning, as well as perks like separate sitting areas and separate dining areas.
  • Other conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Rainfall showers, deep soaking tubs, and free toiletries
    • 42-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels
    • Wardrobes/closets, separate sitting areas, and separate dining areas

Property amenities

Beach

  • White sand beach (direct access)
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Street parking available
  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) during limited hours

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Deep soaking bathtub or rainfall showerhead
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private or shared bathroom
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Separate dining area
  • Separate sitting area

Entertainment

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels
  • Games
  • Karaoke
  • Pay movies
  • TV in common areas

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Computer station

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No elevator
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Housekeeping available once per stay
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Safe at front desk
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Location highlights

  • Near the airport
  • Near the ocean
  • On the bay

Things to do

  • Helicopter/airplane tours
  • Boat tours nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Ziplining nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit

General

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • 4 units
  • Built in 2013
  • Garden
  • Victorian architecture

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 8:00 AM; Check-in end time: midnight
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property charges 3.5 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets allowed

Children and extra beds

Children younger than 18 are not allowed at this adults-only property; all guests 18 and older are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Christmas Day (December 25) Gala Dinner per adult: EUR 50.00
  • New Year's Eve (December 31) Gala Dinner per adult: EUR 75.00
  • New Year's Day (January 1) Gala Dinner per adult: EUR 60.00
  • Valentine's Day (February 14) Gala Dinner per adult: EUR 45.00
  • Gala Dinner on December 24 per adult: EUR 50.00

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 40.00 per vehicle (one way)
  • Housekeeping is available for an additional fee
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3.5 percent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 18 years old
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit
Property Registration Number B8422886

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Guests under 18 years old are not permitted at this adults-only property
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

About the neighborhood

Located in Mahé Island, this vacation home is near the airport and near the beach. Domaine de Val des Près and La Plaine St. Andre are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Beau Vallon Beach and Morne Seychellois National Park. Ste. Anne Marine National Park and Seychelles National Botanical Gardens are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and snorkeling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and ziplining. Visit our Mahé Island travel guide
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Anse Boileau, Mahé Island

What's nearby

  • A beach with clear turquoise water, a sandy shore, and a mountain in the background.
    Beau Vallon Beach
    25 min drive - 22.3 km
  • Anse Boileau Beach
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Anse Soleil Beach
    13 min drive - 12.4 km
  • Petite Anse Beach
    14 min drive - 12.5 km
  • Baie Lazare Beach
    15 min drive - 13.1 km

Getting around

  • Seychelles Intl. Airport (SEZ)
    25 min drive

Restaurants

  • Zez
    10 min drive
  • Seyumai
    4 min drive
  • Dokeaway Cafe
    3 min drive
  • Bibi Take Away And Café
    2 min walk
  • The Boardwalk Bar and Grill
    16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Villa Bethlehem pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

There is free parking nearby.

What time is check-in at Villa Bethlehem?

Check-in start time: 8:00 AM; Check-in end time: midnight. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Villa Bethlehem?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Does Villa Bethlehem provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle. A fee of EUR 40.00 per vehicle applies.

Where is Villa Bethlehem located?

Offering direct access to the beach, this Mahé Island vacation home is within 3 mi (5 km) of Anse Boileau Beach, La Mouche Beach, and Barbarons Beach. Anse Aux Pins Beach and Grand Anse Beach are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Villa Bethlehem Reviews

Reviews

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 31 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 31 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 31 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 31 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 31 reviews

8.2

Cleanliness

6.4

Location

7.2

Staff & service

6.6

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

4/10 Poor

Marion

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
Jenny was lovely and helpful. Travis lacks people skills. He was arrogant and acted petulant after a discussion about a key disaster at the house. He would be preparing food and washing up at midnight with the kitchen right next to our bedroom, clanging crockery on the tiled bench, keeping me awake. Someone was slushing out the bathroom next to us at 10.30 at night when we were trying to sleep. The house was very hot. The bathroom was dank and smelt musty. It took 3 days fir things to dry in there. No airflow. The beach near the house is full fishing boats and fishing gear. Buses come in the hour to get around the island.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2019
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8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Nettes kleines Gästehaus, kein Luxustempel. Zweckmäßig eingerichtet, nette Gastgeber welche im gleichen Haus wohnen. Zimmer sind sauber, relativ klein, wenig Platz für Gepäck + Kleidung. Badezimmer ist außerhalb vom Zimmer, aber nur ein paar Schritte. Klima im Zimmer, etwas nervig sind an manchen Abenden / Nachts die Kläffer der Nachbarn, wer einen leichten Schlaf hat, Ohrenstöpsel nicht vergessen. Frühstück kann man vor Ort dazu buchen, aber 10,-€ pro Tag/Nase finde ich zuviel für das was angeboten wird. Selbstverpflegung problemlos machbar, Kühlschrank vorhanden, Wasserkocher + Kaffeemaschiene ebenso, fußläufig mehrere kleine Supermärkte in der Nähe. Wer mag, kann sich von der Gastgeberin auch ein Essen am Abend (nach Absprache) kochen lassen, sehr empfehlenswert! Bushaltestelle ca 100m entfernt, damit läßt sich Mahe auch gut erkunden und je Fahrt zahlt man nur 7 Rupis/Pers.(ca 50 Cent). Insgesamt ein angenehmer Aufenthalt mit sehr netten Gastgebern.
Stayed 15 nights in Jan 2019
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I’m not reall use too staying in a B & B where you share living spaces. I had a large room with my own bathroom which was nice ,clean and safe. The host were great. It was a good stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2018
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8/10 Good

eli

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Non cenate li!

Ci e stata proproposta una cena a 25€ a persona per due piatti... non lo consiglio... hotel pulito camera confortevole Se dovete andare affittatevi una macchina il taxi e il loro servizio navetta sono carissimi
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018
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2/10 Terrible

JANAKIRAM

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Worst hotel

Doesn’t like to stay here again. As the property owner is not friendly...I will not refer this hotel to any body
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2018
Verified review

8/10 Good

Julian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Having read the previous reviews before booking, we knew going in that the hotel was more of an "Air Bnb" or home stay. The family who runs Villa Bethlehem live on site, on the second floor, and the kitchen/living room/restroom/bedrooms are on the main floor. It certainly feels like a home as opposed to a hotel. The staff was very friendly and more than happy to share their experience with the various tourist sites and beaches of the island. We had rented a car, and the place was easy to find, with ample parking. When we arrived, they were waiting for us, and we had no problems checking in. The room was clean and had working air conditioning. They offered to cook us meals (for a fee, obviously), but also let us have access to their fridge/utensils free of charge. The only thing that I was particularly unhappy about was that they wanted to charge was 1 euro per piece of clothing for laundry. I was certainly not interested in spending almost 30 euros to do laundry for the two of us! In the end, we just got a laundry detergent bar of soap from a store close by and did it ourselves. Overall, I enjoyed the place and would definitely come back if staying in Mahe again!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2018
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8/10 Good

Laurette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice and comfortable, easy to access

Our stay was short but was well received. The staff are friendly and helpful. Location is quiet and ideal for a short get away from the normal busy routine of our lives.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2018
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8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Séjour agréable. Par contre les chambres sont mal insonorisées.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2018
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4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Un bed and breakfast economico a Mahe'

Siamo stati 10 notti con mezza pensione e la descrizione della camera non corrispondeva alla realtà: la nostra era al secondo piano con un bagno per noi a parte, ma il televisore c'e' solo al pian terreno e non in camera. La camera è piccola ed essenziale ma pulita e il letto comodo.
Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2017
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10/10 Excellent

Tak

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

学生時代を思い出させるようなホームステイ感覚ホテル

自宅を改装してホテルとして売り出しているもので、格安リゾートホテルと勘違いされて宿泊して悪評価するお客さんも多いそうです。 イメージとしてはホームステイです。学生時代にカリフォルニア州でホームステイしていたのでその時と同じ環境で、色々思い出に浸ってしまいました。 まず小さなスーパーマーケットが数件近所にあること、徒歩1分で首都・ヴィクトリア行きのバス(9、11番)があって、小さな堤防を越えれば紺碧のビーチ！遠浅なのでフィンソックスやラッシュガードがあると尚更いいです、またシュノーケリング初心者にもちょうどいいビーチです！ 食事に関しては朝食がパンやシリアル、コーヒー、紅茶、ココアなど準備されています。オーナーがWワークともあり、寝坊した場合は冷蔵庫に保管されています、他セルフサービスです。キッチンは使用禁止、(火事防止のため)、夕食は自分で調達するか、オーナーに要相談。ネガティブなところは近所にATMも両替所が全くないところ。お金は事前に準備する必要非常にあって、ガイドブック等にはユーロや米ドルが必要とか書いてありますが、セイシェルルピー必須です。空港送迎(ホテルと提携してるタクシー運転手)はおおよそ500セイシェルルピー/片道で米ドルやユーロでは受け取ってくれません。 今回僕はひとりバックパッカーで宿泊しましたがほとんどが家族旅行や夫婦旅行、新婚旅行でした。 使った食器は自分で洗ってしまう、そんなシステムです。Wi-Fi強度はアフリカの国の中でも比較的いいでしょう、ただ時たま動かなくなったりします。1Fの共有スペースにルーターがあるので共有スペースでネットワーク作業が必要な場合はするといいでしょう！ 最後に事前決済のほうがお金のトラブルを避けられるのでお勧めします。その方がExpedia上でも安く決済できるので一石二鳥です。 子犬が一匹いますので動物アレルギーの方にはおすすめしません。 最後に、自宅を改装したホテルです、ホームステイのようなホテル、システムです。
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2017
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6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hotellet ligger till så att en hyrbil/ taxi rekommenderas om man inte har något emot en lokalbuss. Fina stränder i närheten men långt till liten matbutik och restaurang. Meddela hotellet i förväg om middag önskas, annars har de inte råvaror hemma.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2017
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8/10 Good

Lili

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Beautiful and cozy room

Beautiful, clean, spacious and cozy room. Easy to access by public transportation. Jeannie is extremely helpful and sweet.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2017
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2/10 Terrible

jim

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Could not be found

We never made it to the hotel. No one ever heard of the place!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2017
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Anne-Lise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Super hébergement et emplacement

Excellent rapport qualite prix, villa loin de la route au calme, disponibilité et gentillesse des propriétaires, nous avons fait un passage eclair mais nous y reviendrons assurement ! Vivement recommandé ! En revanche pensez bien a voys imprimer le trajet à l avance il est difficile de la trouver (si vous etes perdus demander au poste de police des environs)
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10/10 Excellent

veronique

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Villa chaleureuse et humaine

Nous avons été très bien accueillis. Jeany et Travis sont à l'écoute de leurs hôtes et de véritables ambassadeurs de leur superbe île. On les remercie encore pour les rencontres de leurs proches et amis Seychellois. Nous concernant, Merci à eux pour la suite de notre séjour à Praslin. Le petit déjeuner est copieux et très bon. Nous recommandons fortement aux couples de découvrir cette villa de charme tenus par Jeany et Travis, les propriétaires et non par du personnel.
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10/10 Excellent

Steph et Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Comme à la maison

Nous sommes restés 2 nuits à la villa bethlem, et nous avons bien apprécié l'hospitalité des hôtes. La chambre etait propre,lit king,grande salle de bain très propre. Nous n'avons pas mangé sur place, mais d'autres clients profitaient de ce service, et ça avait l'air d'être excellent ( ça sentait très bon ) .le café et le thé sont inclus, ainsi qu'une boisson de bienvenue. La climatisation était parfaite. Les propriétaires travaillent dur pour faire de leur maison, notre maison. Nous y sommes comme chez nous. Le petit point à travailler est la signalisation pour arriver à la maison. En fait, quand on sait que le restaurant chez Plume est juste à 200m, ça facilite les choses ( plus au sud ). Donc je recommande cet endroit aux personnes qui veulent la tranquillité, une bonne compagnie , et un excellent rapport qualité -prix .
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2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Etablissement à retirer des catalogues. Aucun services rendus, notre prise en en charge à l'aéroport n'a pas été effectuée comme convenu heureusement qu 'un chauffeur de taxi connaissait cette villa vu notre arrivée tardive ce qui nous a coûté 45 euros pour 10 Kms. Aucune proposition de petit déjeuner le lendemain matin, nous sommes donc repartis le ventre vide heureusement que nous ne sommes restés qu une nuit. Enfin pour communiquer par mail avec cette établissement il faut en envoyer une demi douzaine et attendre 2 semaines pour avoir une réponse. A oublier !!!
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6/10 Okay

Aurélie

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Chambre confortable chez l'habitant

De passage pour une nuit, nous avons été accueillis par la nièce de la propriétaire qui nous a dit que sa tante arriverait d'ici 15 min mais une heure plus tard toujours personne. La chambre est très bien: un lit king size et une salle de bain avec une grande baignoire à 2 min de la plage. La propriétaire est gentille, elle peut parfois cuisiner le repas du soir sinon il y a un très bon resto à 3 min à pieds (chez plume, auberge anse boileau) il manque tout de même des indications pour trouver le gite (absence de panneau sur la route principale, heureusement nous avons rencontré un seychellois très aimable qui nous a conduit au logement; un panneau devrait être installé bientôt...) mais dans l'ensemble nous avons passé une bonne nuit
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4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beschrijving van het hotel en de faciliteiten zijn niet volgens de realiteit. Het is geen hotel en is nog niet af. De ligging op het eiland is ook in de slechter deel, lastig bereikbaar en het strand is af te raden. Kortom het geld niet waarde. De kamer was schoon en het bed confortable . De eigenaresse is aardig maar er is niemand daar om je te ontvangen bij de aankomst.
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8/10 Good

Laurent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Accueil personnel dans une famille Seychelloise

Nous sommes reçus comme à la maison par Travis et Jeanny, dans leur maison située dans un quartier habité par de "vrais Seychellois", (peu de touristes), à 100 m de la plage et de départs d'excursions.
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Chambre non conforme à ce qui était indiqué sur le site : plus petite et pas de salle de bain. Mais pour notre dernière courte nuit aux Seychelles, c'était suffisant mais ca reste moyen. Proprietaire très serviable toutefois
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2/10 Terrible

Radek

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Radek

Nobody knew abour us, the vila was under reconstruction. We had to share toalet with the family.
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Les propriétaires de la guest house étaient en pleine rénovation, intérieur et extérieur. Une seule chambre à la location, grande salle de bain, climatisation, bonne literie. Salon, cuisine et salle à manger partagés avec les propriétaires. Pas d'entrée indépendante. Située à 150 m de la plage. Un restaurant et un take away à proximité.
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8/10 Good

LAURENCE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Chambre d'hôte conviviale pour visiter sud de Mahé

Nous avons passé 2 nuits à la Villa Bethlehem. La chambre dispose d'un grand lit confortable et une grande salle de bain avec baignoire d'angle. Nous avons été accueilli très gentiment et avons passé les 2 soirées autour d'un repas créole en compagnie de nos hôtes. Ayant loué une voiture dés notre arrivée à l'aéroport, nous avons pu visiter le sud de Mahé avant de reprendre l'avion pour Praslin.
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4/10 Poor

Padraig

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Villa Bethlehem is a B&B.....

Well to say we were disappointed would be an understatement because we did NOT expect to be staying in somebody's house. It was an unbelievably awkward situation as we felt we just intruding. If we had wanted to stay in a B&B we would have booked that.....we assumed it was a part of a villa where we would have our own space. It wasn't far from the beach but otherwise there is nothing else in the immediate area apart from a few food shops and one restaurant that only opens in the evening and not on Sundays....so we were pretty hungry that day! Unfortunately the weather was awful and it rained for 3 days, so we were pretty much housebound. The couple who own Villa Bethlehem are kind and offered us food but we thought that 20 euros a head for breakfast was a tad steep!! All in all it was clean and tidy....nice a/c in the bedroom and a huge bathroom for one of the rooms but it was just not what it said on the tin and it felt pretty awkward most of the time. We did explain to them that we felt it was mis-represented and so they wouldn't accept money for our boiled eggs and toast breakfast.