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Island living redefined

Desroches Island operates as a private 4-square-mile sanctuary in the Amirantes group, where 14 pristine beaches meet conservation efforts protecting over 150 Aldabra giant tortoises. The Four Seasons resort occupies this former coconut plantation with a deliberately rustic design—wooden villas with rim-flow pools connected by sandy paths best navigated by bicycle. The island's working lighthouse anchors the southern point, housing the signature restaurant where you can dine at the tower's top overlooking 180-degree ocean views. This isn't a place for nightlife or shopping; daily rhythms sync with nature and the loudest sounds come from wind through casuarina trees.

Diving and culinary experiences

The Castaway Centre launches expeditions to sites like Desroches Drop, a limestone wall descending into the Indian Ocean, and arranges charters to uninhabited St. Joseph Atoll for fly-fishing and snorkeling. Dining spans from Mediterranean fare at Claudine to Japanese izakaya at The Deli, with The Lighthouse serving dry-aged meats and fresh-caught seafood. The resort's 71 villas provide the only accommodations, ensuring complete exclusivity.

Reaching the island

Access requires a 35-minute domestic flight from Mahé's Seychelles International Airport, booked through the resort. Electric buggies handle luggage while guests walk or cycle the compact terrain. Private charters offer schedule flexibility for corporate retreats focused on privacy and natural surroundings.

Frequently Asked Questions about Desroches Island

Can I book hotels in Desroches Island on Delta Stays using miles?

Yes, you can use your Delta miles for your hotel reservation in Desroches Island, or you can opt for a miles-plus-cash combination to provide more booking options. When you log in to your Delta SkyMiles® account, you will also discover Member offers at select properties that could enhance your travel experience.

What are the benefits if I use Delta Stays to book my hotel stay in Desroches Island?

SkyMiles Members can earn 2 miles per $1 spent on completed hotel stays and vacation rentals booked through Delta Stays, get access to Member offers at select properties, and can pay with miles, cash, or a combination of both. To ensure you earn your miles, simply sign in to your SkyMiles account or enter your SkyMiles number at checkout when paying with cash. Please allow up to 8 weeks after completing a stay for miles to appear in the SkyMiles account provided. Please also note that if you use miles to pay for any portion of your stay, you will not earn miles on that reservation, including any amount paid with cash.

What is the policy to change or cancel my hotel booking made through Delta Stays?

Each property maintains its own cancellation policy. We recommend reviewing the specific cancellation policy displayed under each hotel's details before finalizing your reservation. Some rates are refundable, while others are non-refundable. Changes and cancellations to your booking may result in a different amount of miles earned and awarded to your account.

Can my Delta SkyMiles® American Express® Card be used for booking?

Yes, your Delta SkyMiles® Gold, Platinum, or Reserve American Express® Card gives you access to additional miles and benefits including an annual statement credit of up to $200 to use on prepaid hotels or vacation rentals booked through Delta Cars and Stays. Terms apply to these offers. If you would like to explore all the benefits available with your card, please visit the Delta SkyMiles® American Express Credit Cards page for complete details.

Can I earn MQDs on Delta Stays hotel bookings?

From time to time, Delta Stays may present special opportunities for SkyMiles Members to earn Medallion® Qualification Dollars on their hotel and vacation rental bookings made through Delta Stays. Be sure to check out the latest MQDs offers and terms at the Delta Stays MQD Offer page.

In order to book a hotel on Delta Stays, do I need to be a Delta SkyMiles Member?

No, Delta Stays is available to everyone for hotel bookings. However, by becoming a SkyMiles Member, you will unlock the ability to earn miles and access Member-only prices and offers. Members can earn 2 miles per $1 spent (excluding taxes and other fees) on Delta Cars and Stays, and it is free to join. Visit the delta.com to join today.

On Delta Stays, can I book a vacation rental?

Yes, beyond traditional hotels, Delta Stays provides an extensive collection of vacation rentals for your travel needs. You can explore a variety of homes, condos, and distinctive accommodations powered by Vrbo on the Vacation Rentals page.

Which hotels have good ratings in Desroches Island?

Four Seasons Resort Seychelles at Desroches Island has a guest rating of 10 out of 10, and features a beachfront setting and an outdoor pool.

What's a good time of year to visit Desroches Island?

To experience Desroches Island during great weather, consider a visit in April when the temperature is warm and the seas are calm with peak underwater visibility. For off-peak prices and more deals on hotels, consider visiting during June when temperatures remain warm with strong winds, average visitor numbers, and significantly lower pricing.

Are there any luxury 4-star and 5-star hotels in Desroches Island?

Desroches Island is home to these luxury hotels. At Four Seasons Resort Seychelles at Desroches Island, guests love the outdoor pool. For luxury hotels in other destinations, visit the Luxury Stays page.

*Terms and conditions:

Mileage Offer:

SkyMiles Members will earn two (2) miles per US$1 or equivalent foreign currency spent at https://carsandstays.delta.com/Opens in a new window on the base hotel rate for a completed hotel stay. Base hotel rate is the cost of the hotel room, before taxes and fees, charged at the time of booking or upon checkout. Taxes and fees, gratuities, room service other booking charges, or any bookings which are paid or reduced by miles, redemption vouchers or discount codes are excluded from mileage credit. For clarity, if miles are used as a form of payment (whether for all or a portion of the booking), no portion of the booking will be eligible to earn miles under this offer. Except with respect to the Hertz Mileage offer (listed below), SkyMiles Members will earn two (2) miles per eligible US$1 or equivalent foreign currency spent at https://carsandstays.delta.com/Cars on the base car rental rate for a completed car qualifying rental booking (“Qualifying Dollars”). A qualifying rental booking includes rentals at a participating location for one or more days at rates other than travel industry rates or discounts, wholesale of tour package rates or discounts, wholesale tour package rates, insurance/dealer replacement rates, corporate and government rates, group travel discounts, or rentals in conjunction with a frequent flyer car award, or other corporate agreements applicable to the respective car company. Calculation of the applicable standard mileage offer is listed below by car rental company. Qualifying Dollars include the base car rental rate, which is the cost of the car rental before taxes and fees, charged at the time of booking. Taxes, fees, other incidental charges, or other booking charges or any bookings which are paid or reduced by redemption vouchers or discount codes are excluded from mileage credit and are not included in the Qualifying Dollars.

This mileage offer does not apply to stays or car rentals booked through Delta Vacations or any cruises booked through Delta Cruises.

Standard mileage offer for car rentals booked at https://www.delta.com/Opens in a new window or https://carsandstays.delta.com/Opens in a new window:

Hertz Reservations:

• General SkyMiles Members earn 4 miles per Qualifying Dollar

• Silver Medallions earn 5 miles per Qualifying Dollar

• Gold Medallions earn 6 miles per Qualifying Dollar

• Platinum Medallions earn 7 miles per Qualifying Dollar

• Diamond Medallions earn 8 miles per Qualifying Dollar

Dollar and Thrifty Reservations:

• All SkyMiles Members earn 4 miles per Qualifying Dollar

Alamo, Enterprise, National, Avis, Budget, Payless and SIXT Reservations:

• All SkyMiles Members earn 2 miles per Qualifying Dollar