VIP Lounge

Four locked suites, one apron door, and almost no service

In SEZ’s International terminal, the VIP Lounge sits behind an unmarked door and runs as a closed-door setup tied to Air Seychelles and some Four Seasons-style arrangements. Access is either via Air Seychelles’ top-tier handling or Priority Pass, with a walk-up equivalent around $230 per person on bespoke packages. This isn’t a buffet-and-bar lounge; it’s a private waiting room product that lives or dies on staff attention.

The space is tiny: just four private suites, each intended for a single party. You’re taken directly into your own room rather than into a shared seating area. Think small living room, not club lounge. Reviewers note that at full usage that means a maximum of four groups in the entire facility, so if all doors are shut, that’s it.

Each suite has its own bathroom, so you never need to step into a corridor to use the facilities. That’s the main physical perk: privacy and not having to queue for a stall out in the terminal. Apart from that, expect basic seating, a TV, and not much else laid out by default.

The headline feature is the private door to the apron. When it works, staff open a secure door straight from the lounge to a waiting vehicle or to the aircraft area for boarding. One review describes being driven directly from that door when the flight was ready, skipping the main gate seating crush entirely.

Connectivity is at least functional: reports mention fast, reliable Wi‑Fi inside the suites. Power outlets are present but limited, so bring a charged power bank if you’re planning on working for a few hours. With no shared buffet room, you’re in your own box with your own signal and your own plugs.

The big gap: during one high-profile visit, there was no food and no alcohol set out anywhere in the VIP Lounge. Staff suggested catering depends on the specific VIP contract, even though the same visit referenced a notional $230 per-person price tag. If your ticket or service letter doesn’t spell out catering, assume you may get nothing.

Organization is another weak point. One reviewer describes the operation as poorly run, with long stretches where the suite sat completely unattended and there was no call button or phone to reach anyone. If you need something as simple as water, you might end up pacing the hallway looking for a staff member.

Practical tip: if access comes “included” with an Air Seychelles arrangement, pack snacks from the public area of the International terminal and confirm at check-in whether food and drinks are actually provisioned for your VIP Lounge stay.