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Raalhu Fonu Maldives
Hotel in Mahibadhoo
Raalhu Fonu Maldives provides beachfront accommodation in Mahibadhoo. Featuring a concierge service, this property also provides guests with a children's playground.
A
Araju
From
United KingdomI had an exceptional stay at this hotel, and I can't recommend it enough. From the moment I arrived, the service was top-notch. The staff were incredibly welcoming, friendly, and attentive to every detail, ensuring that my check-in was smooth and hassle-free.
The room was spacious, clean, and beautifully decorated, with all the amenities I could possibly need. The bed was incredibly comfortable, and I had one of the best night’s sleep I’ve had in a long time.
The hotel’s facilities were impressive as well. The on-site restaurant served delicious meals, and I thoroughly enjoyed breakfast each morning with a wide variety of fresh options.
The location was perfect—conveniently close to the beach but tucked away enough to provide a peaceful retreat. I also appreciated the complimentary shuttle service, which was provided when I left the hotel.
Overall, my stay exceeded all expectations. The combination of exceptional service, comfort, and amenities made for a truly memorable experience. I look forward to returning and would highly recommend this hotel to anyone looking for a perfect getaway.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 126 reviews
Price from
US$69.66
1 night, 2 adults
Whaleshark Beach
Hotel in Dhigurah
Whaleshark Beach has a shared lounge, terrace, a restaurant and bar in Dhigurah. With a garden, the 3-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom.
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.Naeem.
From
AustraliaThe service was excellent, and the staff were very helpful and friendly.There were lots of activities, including manta and whaleshark snorkelling. The island itself is a bit secluded, but the scenery is extraordinary.
Mr Imran was always accessible if we ever needed anything. He always went the extra mile to ensure we were happy and felt taken care of. He is a great asset to the hotel!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 300 reviews
Price from
US$180
1 night, 2 adults
Rihiveli Residence Thoddoo
Hotel in Thoddoo
Located in Thoddoo, Rihiveli Residence Thoddoo features a garden, terrace, restaurant, and free WiFi throughout the property.
E
Elena
From
RussiaThe property is nested in pristine jungle a bit further away from the busy streets and closer to the beach area. There’s a bit of construction happening outside, which does not interfere with you having a great time. The hotel is being run by a highly friendly hospitable family with all the members taking part in looking after you - they are cooking, cleaning, showing you round the island, arranging tours for you, speed boats if you want to explore other places, everyone speaks perfect English. The rooms are clean, spacious and well decorated. There is a no plastic policy in the hotel, which also makes it environmentally friendly. Tea, coffee and breakfast are available in a comfortable lobby area. You can also rent bikes (including bikes with child seats). The staff are very friendly with the kids as well, i could even sometimes leave my son with them while working, which was extremely convenient. The wifi connection allowed me to hold multiple zoom sessions. All in all, i highly recommend this place to everyone who wants to explore this beautiful welcoming island!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 104 reviews
Price from
US$160
1 night, 2 adults
Dhiguveli Breeze
Hotel in Dhigurah
Set 100 metres from Dhigurah North West Beach, Dhiguveli Breeze offers 3-star accommodation in Dhigurah and has a garden, a shared lounge and a restaurant.
G
Gabriel
From
ItalyClose to the beach, staff super nice, pool super relaxing after a day at the beach.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 313 reviews
Price from
US$146.62
1 night, 2 adults
Sands Grand
Hotel in Dhigurah
Boasting a terrace, massage services and views of city, Sands Grand is set in Dhigurah, 100 metres from Dhigurah North West Beach.
P
Pedro
From
PortugalThe Hotel followed us up since arriving at Malé airport counter and picked us up at speedboat both ways.
Hotel staff was exceptional, attending and very helpful showing what to do and where to go on the island. The room was very comfortable and the air conditioned kept a very good temperature inside the room all day. The meals had only 2 options but they were very well prepared, with very tasty local dishes varying each meal. They also organised 2 amazing excursions and we were guided by the Hotel manager personally all way. The Hotel manager was most kind, very attending and also most determined to show us the Whale Shark and to making us swimming among several Manta Rays. The experience of being at high sea guided with such care turned out to be most exceptional at all levels and made us feel very confident on our first snorkelling experience.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 232 reviews
Price from
US$129.02
1 night, 2 adults
Fins Dive and Leisure Hotel
Hotel in Rasdu
Boasting a private beach area, Fins Dive and Leisure Hotel is set in Rasdu in the Ari Atoll region, 1.5 km from Rashdoo Bikini Beach.
J
Jakub
From
PolandLovely, small hotel with perfect location. Friendly, helpful staff. Great breakfast. Clean and quit rooms.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 127 reviews
Price from
US$67.50
1 night, 2 adults
Thoddoo Island Life
Hotel in Thoddoo
Set in Thoddoo, 500 metres from Thoddoo Beach, Thoddoo Island Life offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a shared lounge.
H
Hussain
From
MaldivesThe rooms are nice and clean. The bed is very comfortable. Hosts are friendly and hospitable. One of the best stay
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 140 reviews
Price from
US$53
1 night, 2 adults
PERLA Dhangethi
Hotel in Dhangethi
PERLA Dhangethi features free bikes, outdoor swimming pool, a fitness centre and garden in Dhangethi. This 4-star hotel offers a shared lounge, a concierge service and free WiFi.
J
Jeanette
From
GermanyThe hotel entrance made you feel you’re entering paradise. The bedrooms and dining room were very comfortable and clean, the furniture was nice. The staff was outstandingly hospital, they always had a smile on their face and were there to help with whatever was needed. I’ve never experienced so much kindness and warmth in a hotel. Our stay was an unforgettable experience.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 100 reviews
Price from
US$110.50
1 night, 2 adults
Belmar Beach
Hotel in Bodufolhudhoo
Situated in Bodufolhudhoo and with Bodufolhudhoo Island Beach reachable within a few steps, Belmar Beach features a private beach area, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a...
A
Ang
From
SingaporeThis is the 5th time we were in Maldive and among all local hotel that we had been through, Belmar beach gives us the best experienced. Below are the reasons:
1. The hotel room & toilet were clean and very functional - I would give a rating of 9 out of 10.
2. We have a beach front room and was very convenient to the beach with beautiful view and lots of privacy, the beach was clean and not even dry leaves, (everymorning there will be cleaner cleaning up all the dry leaves) - 9 out of 10.
3. The in house reef was also another plus point, without the need to travel any place further and we get to enjoy our snorkeling - 8 out of 10.
4. Everyday , we enjoyed our lunch and dinner there because the hotel has a very good chef. We are not easy to be please with food but for this chef , we give a thumbs up - 10 out of 10.
5. Activities - we went for lobster hunt and we had 2 lobster plus 1 fish catch for our dinner. we went for sunset fishing trip and we caught 19 fishes in 2 hours. They knows exactly which is the spot to catch the fish, so Sunset fishing is a must go activities, likewise for Lobster hunting. and we have 4 fishes for our beach front dinner , which was a surprise arrangement by the hotel staff - 9 out of 10.
6. The island is very well located , as most activities are not too far away from the island and that make it convenient without having to take hours just to reach the activity location - 9 out of 10.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 8 reviews
Price from
US$66.56
1 night, 2 adults
ARIA Beach, Ukulhas
Hotel in Ukulhas
Facing the beachfront, ARIA Beach, Ukulhas offers 4-star accommodation in Ukulhas and has an outdoor swimming pool, garden and private beach area.
W
William
From
Switzerlandvery good hotel done with love and respect
Scored out of 10, guest rating 10
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 14 reviews
Price from
US$108.14
1 night, 2 adults
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Ari Atoll's best hotels with breakfast
Whale Shark Boutique
Hotel in Fenfushi
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 17 reviews
Facing the beachfront, Whale Shark Boutique offers 4-star accommodation in Fenfushi and has a garden, private beach area and shared lounge.
From US$250.97 per night
La Solara Villa
Hotel in Ukulhas
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 43 reviews
Located in Ukulhas and with Ukulhas Beach reachable within 90 metres, La Solara Villa provides concierge services, non-smoking rooms, a garden, free WiFi throughout the property and a shared lounge.
From US$501.93 per night
Avi Guesthouse
Hotel in Thoddoo
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 20 reviews
Set in Thoddoo, Ari Atoll region, Avi Guesthouse is located 600 metres from Thoddoo Beach. With a garden, the 3-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom.
Ganduvaru Villa
Hotel in Ukulhas
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 41 reviews
Located in Ukulhas and with Ukulhas Beach reachable within 90 metres, Ganduvaru Villa provides express check-in and check-out, non-smoking rooms, a garden, free WiFi throughout the property and a...
Dive and Sleep - All Inclusive Diving Guesthouse - 3 Dives per day
Hotel in Maamigili
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 21 reviews
Set in Maamigili, Dive and Sleep - All Inclusive Diving Guesthouse - 3 Dives per day has a garden, terrace, restaurant, and free WiFi throughout the property.
From US$614.66 per night
Thoddoo Island Holiday
Hotel in Thoddoo
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 46 reviews
Located in Thoddoo, less than 1 km from Thoddoo Beach, Thoddoo Island Holiday provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a restaurant.
From US$102.96 per night
Tropico villa
Hotel in Ukulhas
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 67 reviews
Set in Ukulhas and with Ukulhas Beach reachable within 200 metres, Tropico villa offers concierge services, non-smoking rooms, a garden, free WiFi and a private beach area.
Blue Coral Thoddoo
Hotel in Thoddoo
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 55 reviews
Blue Coral Thoddoo features a garden, private beach area, a restaurant and water sports facilities in Thoddoo. This 3-star hotel offers an ATM.
From US$118.15 per night
Budget hotels in Ari Atoll
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 39 reviews
Located in Mahibadhoo, MEHEL - Holiday Home - Mahibadhoo offers 2-star accommodation with a garden, a terrace and a restaurant.
From US$76.05 per night
White Sand Inn
Hotel in Maamigili
Cheap hotel
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 40 reviews
Set in Maamigili, White Sand Inn has a garden, shared lounge, terrace, and free WiFi throughout the property.
From US$93.60 per night
Maaniya Palace
Hotel in Maamigili
Cheap hotel
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 11 reviews
Located in Maamigili, Maaniya Palace offers 3-star accommodation with free bikes, a terrace and a restaurant.
From US$123.83 per night
Ahola Thoddoo, Maldives
Hotel in Thoddoo
Cheap hotel
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 97 reviews
Set in Thoddoo, 500 metres from Thoddoo Beach, Ahola Thoddoo, Maldives offers accommodation with free bikes, free private parking, a garden and a private beach area.
From US$141.57 per night
Hudhufas Villa
Hotel in Thoddoo
Cheap hotel
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 55 reviews
Located in Thoddoo, 800 metres from Thoddoo Beach, Hudhufas Villa features a shared lounge, a terrace and a restaurant.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 90 reviews
RV Thoddoo Maldives - Guest House has a garden, private beach area, a shared lounge and restaurant in Thoddoo. The accommodation offers room service, a tour desk and currency exchange for guests.
Daisy Cottage Dhangethi
Hotel in Dhangethi
Cheap hotel
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 59 reviews
Located in Dhangethi, a few steps from Dhangethi Beach, Daisy Cottage Dhangethi provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a private beach area and a shared lounge.
Mandhoo Inn
Hotel in Mandhoo
Cheap hotel
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 9 reviews
Mandhoo Inn features a garden, private beach area, a terrace and restaurant in Mandhoo. The accommodation offers room service, a 24-hour front desk and currency exchange for guests.
From US$87.75 per night
Hotels in Ari Atoll that you can book without a credit card
Thoddoo Retreat Grand
Hotel in Thoddoo
No credit card needed
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 26 reviews
Located in Thoddoo, less than 1 km from Thoddoo Beach, Thoddoo Retreat Grand provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a private beach area and a shared lounge.
From US$93.50 per night
Celeste Thoddoo Maldives
Hotel in Thoddoo
No credit card needed
Celeste Thoddoo Maldives features accommodation in Thoddoo. The property is non-smoking and is situated 700 metres from Thoddoo Beach.
From US$109.40 per night
Dhonfalhu Dhigurah
Hotel in Dhigurah
No credit card needed
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 105 reviews
Set in Dhigurah and with Dhigurah North West Beach reachable within a few steps, Dhonfalhu Dhigurah offers a garden, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a terrace.
Dhiguveli Breeze
Hotel in Dhigurah
No credit card needed
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 313 reviews
Set 100 metres from Dhigurah North West Beach, Dhiguveli Breeze offers 3-star accommodation in Dhigurah and has a garden, a shared lounge and a restaurant.
From US$204.49 per night
chillax Thoddoo
Hotel in Thoddoo
No credit card needed
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 123 reviews
Situated in Thoddoo, 800 metres from Thoddoo Beach, chillax Thoddoo features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a private beach area and a shared lounge.
Sky View by Relax Tours
Hotel in Dhangethi
No credit card needed
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 139 reviews
Set in Dhangethi, 200 metres from Dhangethi Beach, Sky View by Relax Tours offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a restaurant.
From US$110.57 per night
Summer Sky Thoddoo
Hotel in Thoddoo
No credit card needed
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 111 reviews
Situated in Thoddoo, 500 metres from Thoddoo Beach, Summer Sky Thoddoo features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a private beach area and a shared lounge.
Horizon Dhigurah
Hotel in Dhigurah
No credit card needed
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.9
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 16 reviews
Situated in Dhigurah, 100 metres from Dhigurah North West Beach, Horizon Dhigurah features views of the city. The 3-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with a private bathroom and free WiFi.
From US$121.62 per night
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 649 reviews
Our stay at Sun Island was amazing! We did stay 7 nights and did celebrate Christmas, fantastic! The Christmas dinner was unbelieveble… soooo many things to eat and drink! And the staff was so proud.. and so are we! We did stay in a watervilla for 6 nights and 1 night in a deluxe pool villa (thanks for this amazing room). The watervilla is okay, not special. The deluxe pool villa (nr. 249) was fantastic!!!! The Sun Star restaurant is good and the staff here (especially Rachel, Alam, Navin and the man who cooked pasta/meat) are so lovely and helpful. Rachel, Alam and my fiancé now did organize a romantic dinner at the beach for our engagement. It was so special! At the Christmas dinner did Alan got the best place for us with a nice view. He’s a fantastic waiter! The housekeeping is very good at the accommodations, and very lovely too. There are a lot of activities to do, for free or organized like swimming with mantas, whaleshark and turtles. It was amazing too. We saw them all! The island is very beautiful with a lot of nice beaches, restaurants/cafes and spots. The only draw back is that you’ve to pay for drinks when there are small activities (example: drinks after colour run). If you walk a few meters you can get the same drinks for free… The people at the reception are also very helpful, in special Sana. She helped us with all our questions! We want to thank the whole staff of Sun Island, it was amazing!!
Guest review by
MarcellaNetherlands
From US$774.27 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 226 reviews
The staff is great, the food is fantastic, the chef’s cooking and the food diversity is amazing. The spa experience is the best. Chilling at the glow bar is super nice. The villas are big and have everything that you need and even more for a nice vacation including stunning views and beachfront, pool, indoor and outdoor shower and different chilling areas.For entertainment they provide big indoor room with billiard and darts, outside beach tennis or volleyball area, also indoor fitness and kids area.
Guest review by
SpasimiraBulgaria
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 70 reviews
Gangehi Island resort was a dream resort - this is one of the best places to visit in Maldives.
Myself and my wife had requested vegetarian meal - the breakfast and dinner had so many options that we were eating 3 plates every day. The rooms were amazing. The shower idea that has you hearing the ocean while shower just brought that extra special feeling.
To be able to open your balcony door, go out and straight into the Indian ocean.
Amazing friendly staff - always wishing you well.
Guest review by
AlokAustralia
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 675 reviews
The staff were amazing! Ameer at the reception was great at getting us checked in and took us to our room. Ramiz our houseman was very helpful in making sure our room was clean and that we had everything we needed. Hammu, Sushil and Piyali were great the dining Hall. Chandana, Dilhan, Madawa and others were always serving drinks with a smile, a joke or recommendations about what to do while at the resort. The ladies at the Spa; Inten, Surat and Santi were all lovely, very pleasant.
Guest review by
DevKenya
From US$1,000 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 74 reviews
Small privat beach at deluxxe beach villa realy give you feeling of your own small paradise in the midle of indian ocean. Clean and comfortable space and egzotic sound of silence inside and outside, with moustly inisible but always smilenig staf in atmosphere of small green tropical haven make you feel very peacefull and relaxed. Last but not least Nika time is exscelemt idea which give you oportunity to enjoi all 12 hours of daylight on Maldives.
Guest review by
MilanBosnia and Herzegovina
From US$669.24 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 271 reviews
Very nice experience. Wonderful view and comfortable service. Many thanks to Damantha. He recommended us to try the sunset room. The place is so good to enjoy the beautiful sunset. Every one must try it!😁 Also thanks to Amanolla, very beautiful room service with straw decorations. It's really impressive 👏. We really recommend every one to come to here to relax. 🤗🤗🤗
Guest review by
TZUNG SHITaiwan
From US$1,204.86 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 302 reviews
Really beautifull place, a peacefull and relaxed atmosphere with a very carring staff. Everybody is with a smile on face and ready to make you fill unique!
Special thanks to Luthi, the manager who seems to be everywhere, taking care of everybody and assuring you have a wonderful experience there.
Guest review by
MariusRomania
From US$797.24 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 542 reviews
I recommend this resort. It was beyond my expectations. Very clean, the food is extraordinary, the beach is perfect, the employees are very respectful and always with a smile on their face. A resort rated 10. Congratulations for the way it is managed!!!
Guest review by
Costin SebastianRomania
From US$1,277.99 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 198 reviews
The in house reef snorkelling was amazing, you can see so many different type of colourful fishes. And the food is good 😊 i especially enjoyed the feeding at 9pm… have never seen so many sharks and stingrays congregate tgt right at the main jetty.
Guest review by
CYNTHIASingapore
From US$1,146.72 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 705 reviews
Amazing, green island managed in a great way. Super nature friendly resort, helpful staff, excellent food service. It's definitely a place that we would come back to!
Guest review by
ZygmuntPoland
From US$1,164.31 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 219 reviews
Our island host Naaif made our stay beyond AMAZING. Perfect for any honeymooners! Food, swimming, activities and staff made it unbelievable ☀️
Guest review by
AliAustralia
From US$1,082.05 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 42 reviews
breakfast, dinner options were exceptional apart from the atoll restaurant buffet on the sunday evening which was v. poor
Guest review by
stephenUnited Kingdom
From US$1,615.52 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 279 reviews
Friendly people, good service, variety of food/drinks, many activities to choose from, kids club, etc etc
Guest review by
Jeong SooNorway
From US$765.77 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 155 reviews
Everything it was a perfect place for peace and tranquility
Guest review by
LesUnited Kingdom
From US$1,095.42 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 192 reviews
amazing place , cannot recommend it highly enough
Guest review by
JaneUnited Arab Emirates
From US$2,718.99 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 47 reviews
Great team. The service was excellent
Guest review by
Vangelis Sotiriou Greece
From US$1,028.31 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 92 reviews
Fantastic location. Beautiful scenery.
Guest review by
cherylUnited Kingdom
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10
An amazing snorkelling beach -no boats or travel required -...
An amazing snorkelling beach -no boats or travel required -just thousands of colourful fish and turtles, perfect white sand and palm trees. The concession stand sold delicious, fresh-picked fruit-watermelon, papaya, bananas. We loved the Coccoa beach restaurant and the Black Anchor and the Mango House had fabulous lattes and desserts.
Guest review by
MaureenCanada
10
The most beautiful sea I have ever seen in my entire life.
The most beautiful sea I have ever seen in my entire life. And mind you, I have visited many seas in many countries! For food, I recommend the restaurant at the Dhiguveli hotel and the Teapot restaurant. Getting around the island is very easy; you can reach any place quickly on foot. Don't miss going to the sandbank at one of the ends of the island.
Guest review by
AmauryBrazil
10
Great Island, plenty to do and good snorkelling straight off...
Great Island, plenty to do and good snorkelling straight off Villa. Food, people and facilitiies were great - cannot fault. Deluxe water villas were a bit tired and really need a refurbishment - other than that great time in Kuramathi...
Guest review by
Craig McNaughtonAustralia
8.0
I didn't like that the island lost most of it's green and I...
I didn't like that the island lost most of it's green and I didn't see the wild nature I prefer. There was a lot of construction going on the moment I was there, I felt discomfort because of that. And maybe in 1-2 years it's going to be over I think. But on the other hand there's just amazing diving on the house reef and nearby reefs. There's a lot of nice restaurants and there was no day I felt bored.
Guest review by
OlgaRussia
10
It is a small enough island to walk around.
It is a small enough island to walk around. The locals are extremely friendly - always saying hello.
There are 3 restaurants all along the west coast. Compass seems most popular. But all are good with same offering of food.
There is a fair amount of building going on at the moment as they gear up for more tourists.
We used South Ari Dive for our diving trips. They are professional and friendly.
Guest review by
Sara PalmerUnited Kingdom
6.0
It was not my first time in Maldives and my experience there...
It was not my first time in Maldives and my experience there was disappointing compared to my previous trips in other resorts. The quality of service is poor and it’s a shame because the resort is lovely and the staff are nice but lack professionalism.
Guest review by
SarahFrance
10
We enjoyed 7 days on the island. The rooms are very clean.
We enjoyed 7 days on the island. The rooms are very clean. The food is AMAZING! Everyone from staff are kind. The resort is sustainable, they try very hard to recycle and repurpose almost everything which is really nice. All inclusive is the smarter choice, trust me😄
The snorkeling is really fun! The whole island stands on coral reef and there is a lot to see! Maybe bring your own equipment, although you can rent. I don’t recommend the visit to the local island, nothing to see there
We absolutely recommend
Guest review by
Zoran GolomeovNorth Macedonia
8.0
You need maximum 3 days to complete all trips, any more than...
You need maximum 3 days to complete all trips, any more than that would have to be someone who loves water sports as these are the main activities in this country, anyways.
Bring a mosquito or any insect repellent, you will need these after a stroll on the shores or anywhere there are plants.
Also have an anti-nausea pill if you are the seasick type.
Taxis have a fixed price for each location, check that out.
Alcohol in the resorts is expensive but then again that's all you got.
Best to pay all meals or include dinner in your package as there are almost no restaurants outside, depending on the island, and if you find one it's either a chips or coffee spots.
Guest review by
YvetteSaudi Arabia
10
A Wonderful Beach Holiday.
A Wonderful Beach Holiday. Necessary structure: shops and cafes are available. The ability to pay with a bank card, as well as in cash (USD, MVR). Good exchange rate in all places. I was pleased with both Mathiveri and Mathiveri Finholu: the beaches are clean, the sand does not burn your feet, and there is a comfortable "coolness" in the shade of the trees.
Guest review by
RomanBangladesh
10
"The beaches at the island are absolutely beautiful, with...
"The beaches at the island are absolutely beautiful, with stunning shorelines on both sides. The jetty area offers a fantastic viewpoint for spotting nurse sharks, and the island is ideal for snorkeling with vibrant marine life. It's conveniently located not too far from Male' city, and nearby sandbanks add to the charm. The island also offers exciting excursions and diving trips, making it a perfect destination for adventure and relaxation.
Guest review by
Aishath
