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Oasis Dhigurah

Hotel in Dhigurah

Boasting a restaurant, Oasis Dhigurah is set in Dhigurah in the Ari Atoll region, 100 metres from Dhigurah North West Beach.

n
neven
From
Croatia
Beautiful and cozy place with nice garden atmosphere. Good location and very peaceful. Everything is new and modern.Shiyam is great host, he arranged everything we needed.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 102 reviews
Price from
US$128
1 night, 2 adults

Raalhu Fonu Maldives

Hotel in Mahibadhoo

Raalhu Fonu Maldives is located on the beachfront in Mahibadhoo. Featuring a concierge service, this property also provides guests with a terrace.

F
Federico
From
Italy
Everyone and everything was perfect, staff amazing service and very professional. Fantastic tours. I will recommend the property to all mine best contacts and for sure I will be back. A small piece of my heart is still there. Thank you so much.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 129 reviews
Price from
US$75.60
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.

K
Kasia
From
United Kingdom
Perfect from start to finish - the rooms are very comfortable, the bathrooms modern (no wet shower which is a huge plus for me!), the staff are absolutely lovely, and Lola, the manager, is exceptionally kind and provides a 6 star service throughout your stay (and even before when arranging transfers over WA). A water station is available to refill your bottle whenever you please. A short walk to the bikini beach and the hotel arranges great excursions (I saw mantas and a whale shark!). I’ll definitely be back :)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 310 reviews
Price from
US$180
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.

S
Senad
From
Ireland
The whole organisation for my arrival on the island was done perfectly. I didn't have to wait for any kind of information. They did everything for me with no delay. The staff was very friendly and even surprised me for my birthday during my stay in the hotel. The food was excellent and the WiFi was good.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 222 reviews
Price from
US$198.14
1 night, 2 adults

Atoll Residence Dhangethi

Hotel in Dhangethi

Located in Dhangethi and with Dhangethi Beach reachable within a few steps, Atoll Residence Dhangethi provides a tour desk, non-smoking rooms, a garden, free WiFi throughout the property and a...

M
Mariia
From
United Arab Emirates
100℅ best place at island to stay with family. Enough space in the room and really modern design. Amazing view from the room and you can observe ocean and sunrise from your balcony every day. I would like also to highlight friendly and flexible attitude from Assad and the team, they helped us with all the needs and supported with Excursions/recommendations. We had amazing experience and lovely vacation week here.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 116 reviews
Price from
US$77.63
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.

P
Patrick
From
United Kingdom
The accommodation was spotlessly clean. It is ideally located near the bikini beach but another local beach is also nearby. Breakfast is huge and certainly caters for a variety of tastes. We also opted for Dinner there also. Again it was varied each evening and very filling. Certainly excellent value for money, beautifully cooked by Noor. The dining area is very pleasant communal area with tea & coffee freely available. There was a real team effort creating a really friendly and welcoming environment with a real effort to ensure that everything that we needed was attended to. Nothing was too much trouble from picking up & dropping off at the ferry to early ‘out of hours breakfasts. Any questions we had Noor knew the answer. A fabulous stay, I would highly recommend! Thank you.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 138 reviews
Price from
US$67.02
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.

B
BARBARA
From
Italy
A very nice guesthouse close to the center of Thoddoo and also few minutes walking from beautiful Sunset Beach. The room has everything you need, very spacious as the bathroom with a big space for the shower. Nice towels, changed often or on request.The fridge in the room is a good extra to keep water/fruit in it. A/C and fan working well, and no mosquitos at all. The patio outside the room is a very nice place to relax. Ishan helped a lot for every single need or information. Breakfast is amazing, rich and different every day; a special thank to Htun for her kindness always, she is the best breakfast chef in Thoddoo (best pancakes ever!) and she made the difference in our stay.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 139 reviews
Price from
US$50
1 night, 2 adults

Summer Sky Thoddoo

Hotel in Thoddoo

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.

D
Deyan
From
Bulgaria
The perfect place to stay in Thoddoo in a calm area near the Sunset beach and restaurants. The rooms are clean and cozy and the staff is very kind. Perfect price/quality ratio.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 107 reviews
Price from
US$78.39
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.

V
Valchan Luchanski
From
Bulgaria
Staff is the best ever! Amazing people, with whom we shared 11 fantastic days! We became friends with Isha (Ikko), Liv, grandma, Siro, Ali, Nade and pretty much everyone else - cooks, cleaning staff etc. (apologies for mistyping or forgetting to mention your names :)). They helped us so much and made our stay a dream come true! During our stay thanks to the excursions Perla organized for us we saw and swam multiple times with whale sharks, mantas, turtles, pods of dolphins, sting rays and also swam with nurse sharks and went to a beautiful shipwreck for snorkelling. On top of that they sent us amazing go pro footage from the excursions for free! We saw local traditions and sampled exotic food during a local festival and it all felt like being part of one big family. We went for a day to a fancy resort nearby but honestly, we would recommend Perla over any modern resort as in Perla Dhangethi you have everything you need on an exotic local island for the fraction of the price one would have to pay at a resort and as a bonus you meet so many cool people from around the world! We will definitely come back soon!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 103 reviews
Price from
US$110.50
1 night, 2 adults

LOFT Maldives

Hotel in Dhigurah

Facing the beachfront, LOFT Maldives offers 3-star accommodation in Dhigurah and features a garden, shared lounge and terrace.

F
Felikss
From
Germany
The hotel has a great location and offers easy access to everything around. The underwater world is truly amazing and makes the stay unforgettable. The staff are very caring and attentive, always ready to help. The hotel provides everything you need for a comfortable and enjoyable stay.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews
Price from
US$100
1 night, 2 adults
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 47 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
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 28 reviews

Situated in Thoddoo, Sunnyside Inn Thoddoo has a garden, terrace, restaurant, and free WiFi throughout the property. The property is non-smoking and is set 600 metres from Thoddoo Beach.

From US$90.09 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 68 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.

From US$133.20 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 41 reviews

Set in Maamigili, White Sand Inn has a garden, shared lounge, terrace, and free WiFi throughout the property.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 64 reviews

Located in Thoddoo, 800 metres from Thoddoo Beach, Thoddoo Garden inn provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

From US$87.75 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 98 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
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 58 reviews

Set in Omadhoo, Hudhuvelimaldives offers 3-star accommodation with a garden, a terrace and a restaurant. The accommodation offers room service, a 24-hour front desk and currency exchange for guests.

From US$150 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 164 reviews

Facing the beachfront, Casaparadiso - Beach View offers 3-star accommodation in Ukulhas and has a garden, private beach area and terrace.

From US$167.31 per night

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
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Facing the beachfront, Endheri Sunset Dhangethi offers 3-star accommodation in Dhangethi and has free bikes, garden and private beach area.

From US$70.20 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
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Facing the beachfront, Captal Beach Villa offers 3-star accommodation in Mathiveri and features a garden, restaurant and bar.

From US$128.70 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
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Located 700 metres from Thoddoo Beach, Jeym Lodge offers 4-star accommodation in Thoddoo and features a garden, a private beach area and a shared lounge.

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From US$101.93 per night

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Situated in Dhangethi, Handhu Runbaa Inn - Dhangethi has a garden, shared lounge, terrace, and free WiFi throughout the property.

From US$54.90 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 10
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1 review

Situated in Thoddoo, 700 metres from Thoddoo Beach, Celeste Thoddoo Maldives features a garden and views of the garden.

From US$70.79 per night

Located in Dhangethi and within 200 metres of Dhangethi Beach, Aurora Dhangethi features a garden, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi throughout the property. At the hotel, every room has a wardrobe.

From US$78.98 per night

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Oasis Dhigurah

Hotel in Dhigurah
No credit card needed
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 102 reviews

Boasting a restaurant, Oasis Dhigurah is set in Dhigurah in the Ari Atoll region, 100 metres from Dhigurah North West Beach.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 106 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.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 310 reviews

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.

From US$231.66 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
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Located in Thoddoo, Rihiveli Residence Thoddoo features a garden, terrace, restaurant, and free WiFi throughout the property.

From US$191.33 per night

Sands Grand

Hotel in Dhigurah
No credit card needed
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 222 reviews

Boasting a terrace, massage services and views of city, Sands Grand is set in Dhigurah, 100 metres from Dhigurah North West Beach.

From US$371.94 per night

chillax Thoddoo

Hotel in Thoddoo
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 118 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.

From US$115.83 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 138 reviews

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.

From US$93.95 per night

LOFT Maldives

Hotel in Dhigurah
No credit card needed
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews

Facing the beachfront, LOFT Maldives offers 3-star accommodation in Dhigurah and features a garden, shared lounge and terrace.

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From US$1,738.44 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 46 reviews
From the very first moment, we arrived at the airport and met the Kandolhu team until our departure. Every detail of our stay was flawlessly orchestrated to create an exceptional experience. Though we stayed for only three nights, the warmth, professionalism, and excellence of the team made it truly unforgettable. Location: The journey itself is part of the magic—just a 20-minute scenic seaplane flight followed by a short 5-10 minute boat ride that transports you to this paradise. The Island: Small, serene, and breathtakingly beautiful, Kandolhu is the epitome of a private island retreat. The Resort: Thoughtfully designed with just 30 villas, the property balances exclusivity and comfort. It offers five outstanding restaurants, a stylish bar, a well-equipped gym, a serene spa, and a sea activities center—ensuring that every guest finds their own perfect way to unwind. Our Villa: We chose an overwater villa, and it exceeded all expectations. With a private pool and direct sea access, it provided the perfect blend of luxury and tranquillity. Staff & Service: The essence of true hospitality is mastered here. The team anticipated our needs before we even realized them, creating a seamless, highly personalized experience. Their warmth and attention to detail set a new benchmark for excellence. Dining: A standing ovation to the executive chef, sous-chefs, and the entire culinary team. The food was fresh, inventive, and packed with flavour. With five distinct restaurants—offering Mexican-Peruvian, Mediterranean, Japanese, Sea Grill, and an all-day dining option—every meal was a delightful journey of taste. Spa: We had the 'couple ritual'. A sanctuary of relaxation, the spa at Kandolhu offers a truly rejuvenating experience. With expert therapists, soothing treatments, and a tranquil setting, every session feels like a retreat within a retreat—perfect for unwinding and embracing the island’s serenity. Housekeeping: Impeccable.
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CHARALAMPOS
Saudi Arabia
From US$1,031.31 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 216 reviews
Veligandu is an extraordinary resort for people looking for a totally peaceful holiday without people shouting, kids screaming around and loud music. It’s truly heaven if you’re looking for silence and complete relaxation. However if you’re someone looking for some partying and/or want to take small kids with you, this is not the most appropriate resort (fortunately). The best thing about Veligandu is the food. Every single meal is a 10/10, high quality ingredients and carefully prepared meals. It makes Veligandu on par with many fine dining and even Michelin guide restaurants across the world, even beating some of them. After renovations, the facilities and infrastructure turned out incredible, our ocean villa was out of this world, we couldn’t believe it when we walked in. Truly spectacular. The staff is super nice, and a special thanks to Nawal which was in charge of our villa and cleaning services. He did a superb job.
Guest review by
João
Sweden
From US$1,558.74 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 191 reviews
Our stay at Lux South Ari Atoll was nothing short of exceptional. From the moment we arrived, we were greeted by the warmest smiles and outstanding hospitality. The staff consistently went above and beyond to ensure our comfort and satisfaction. A special mention goes to Ahmed from the cleaning staff and Elena at reception, whose attention to detail and care truly enhanced our experience. While we won’t name everyone individually, we deeply appreciated the impeccable service across all restaurants and the efficiency of the shuttle drivers. Every interaction reflected the team’s dedication to creating unforgettable memories for their guests. We highly recommend Lux South Ari Atoll and can’t wait to return!
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Darshan
South Africa
From US$1,312.74 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 70 reviews
A wonderful resort on a beautiful island. We stayed in the Deluxe Overwater Villa, which was luxuriously furnished and equipped. The entrance directly from the terrace to the water was amazing. They cleaned twice every day and refilled the water bottles in the morning. They cook excellently in the restaurant. A large selection of local and Italian cuisine at dinner. Also fish every day. The kitchen staff also took care of our gluten-free diet - they baked gluten-free bread and pastries and prepared gluten-free pasta. Free water served at dinner. Beautiful sandy beaches with a coral reef with fish, turtles and reef sharks. Attentive staff. We recommend it to everyone.
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David
Czech Republic
From US$714.24 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 520 reviews
To start with it is very very beautiful island. - Fantastic Snorkeling experience. (Must try) - Food was good with daily variations and multiple options and we have requested chef for few extra dishes that fits our taste. Chef entertained the request and provided what we have asked. - We found time to do a lot guided activities. Whaleshark trip, inhouse reef / manta snorkeling are much recommended. - Best part was the Staff, they were very friendly and accommodating. Overall service was exceptional.
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JAYACHANDRA
United States
From US$630.63 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 78 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.
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Milan
Bosnia and Herzegovina
From US$1,495.86 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 309 reviews
Amazing location and facilities. Water villa was excellent with direct access to the ocean for swimming and snorkeling. House reef is awesome. Food variety was nice, desserts and sweets were the best. Above all, the staff headed by Roula, the deputy resort manager, were amazing!!! They made every effort to create an unforgettable experience for us and went above and beyond our wildest expectations - thank you Roula!
Guest review by
Itai
Israel
From US$774.27 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 220 reviews
Amaya is nice because of the people who works there and make all the best to make your stay amazing. For us, they succed in making the Journey unforgetable. The food is absolutly delicious. Lot of variaty. The water activities are very nice and is a must to try it. Many thanks to Akbar, the guy from Glow bar, he is the best!!!
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Bercea
Romania
From US$1,206.61 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 45 reviews
I loved the swimming pools , the all around restaurant system, all with so much charm and views , the underwater restaurant although expensive, my room amazing, the spa was a dream , the color of the water in the lagoon turquoise , the staff so kind and polite always ready to help more It was amazing
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MAXINE
Monaco
From US$1,277.99 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 214 reviews
Pure perfection in every way! The island is gorgeous, the quality amazing and the staff delightful. The activities are a journey to participate in and the beach is pristine as well. This is a heavenly location!!
Guest review by
Tiemen
Belgium
From US$1,030.89 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 723 reviews
Excellent resort with fantastic staff, food and drinks. Resort is big enough to explore and has plenty to do. The beaches and snorkeling are exceptional - will definitely return.
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Jeff
Saudi Arabia
From US$1,615.52 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 275 reviews
Everything was perfect, and I couldn't get anything more for the last stop of my honeymoon. When I said goodbye at my departure, I was already thinking about when to come back.
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Paolo
Italy
From US$1,088.80 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 681 reviews
Everything was amazing, and the people were kindly, the view, food, reception, everything was perfect,
Guest review by
Emad AbdulHamid
Germany
From US$694.98 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 273 reviews
The little touches by the room service guy! Everything immaculate! Amazing views and very spacious
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Jodie
United Kingdom
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 21 reviews
The food was great The house reef was excellent. The staff was super friendly and helpful.
Guest review by
Tan
Singapore
From US$907.34 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 630 reviews
ეს კუნძული ნამდვილი სამოთხეა. იდეალური გარემო და მომსახურება. აუცილებლად დავბრუნდებით ❤️
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Nana
Georgia
From US$820.46 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 89 reviews
Fantastic location. Beautiful scenery.
Guest review by
cheryl
United Kingdom
From US$1,063.32 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 147 reviews
Service, food, staff, entertainment
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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.
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Maureen
Canada
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
Amaury
Brazil
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.
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Olga
Russia
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 McNaughton
Australia
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 Palmer
United Kingdom
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.
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Yvette
Saudi Arabia
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
Sarah
France
10

Feridhoo is an island inhabited by locals.

Feridhoo is an island inhabited by locals. They are Muslims, so respect them and wear decent clothes when walking through the village. The island has 2 restaurants with good food and fair prices, one dive base (Noohiri) and one small shop next to Shifa Lodge. We came for diving and found an abundant maritime life. There are 2 beach areas, one at the east side with the best snorkeling ground, the other at north/west side with berths for relaxing.
Guest review by
Erich
Austria
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
Roman
Bangladesh
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 Golomeov
North Macedonia