Journey overview
Situated on one of the Marine National Park islands surrounding Mahe, this charming hotel for max. 24 guests was originally designed as a plantation house. It's only 5 kms by boat to Victoria, but it seems to be a world away. The excellent location makes L'Habitation more than just an interesting alternative to staying on Mahe (not recommended during SE winds period, though).
The relatively small (1,7 x 0,9 km) island of Cerf offers many beautiful bays and cays, full of tropical vegetation. Only 40 people inhabit the island, there is no road and only 2 hotels.
The 10 spacious beachfront rooms of L'Habitation Cerf, all with terrace overlooking the sea and the Marine Park, are equipped with air-conditioning, IDD telephone, hair drier, mini-bar, TV, and en-suite bathroom.
Attractions include a swimming pool, bar and games room as well as diving and snorkelling facilities for a visit to the colourful and varied marine life in the coral reefs that surround this charming island.
The plantation-style restaurant offers a range of delicious creole cuisine that includes local fish, seafood, meat and fruit as well as first-rate international cuisine. At lunchtimes, a new thatched beach kiosk serves grilled fresh fish.
Other facilities include a bar, a swimming pool, a games room and water sports including snorkelling, pedalo and canoeing.
Paid-for activities include diving, big game fishing, long-line fishing and full day boat excursion with picnic.