Adaaran Select Meedhupparu - 45 Minutes from Male by Seaplane

4.0 star property
Meedhupparu beachfront hotel with spa and outdoor pool
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Aerial view
Beach bar
Poolside bar
Land view from property
Private beach, sun-loungers, beach umbrellas, beach towels

Reviews

8.6 out of 10

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Bar
  • Gym
  • Pool
  • Spa
  • 24/7 front desk
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • On a private beach
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool
  • Free children's club
  • Free supervised childcare
  • Fitness center
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Beach sun loungers
For families
  • Supervised childcare (free)
  • Children's club (free)
  • Playground on site
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
The price is ₹34,867
₹46,527 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Dec - 23 Dec

Room options

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Beach Villa with Premium All inclusive

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Ceiling fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 51 sq m
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 Twin Bed

Deluxe Sunset Beach Villa

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Ceiling fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 51 sq m
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Two Bedroom Deluxe Family Beach Villa with Jacuzzi

Highlights

Soundproofed
Private indoor spa tub
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Ceiling fan
  • 102 sq m
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Over water villa With Jacuzzi

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
LCD TV
Ceiling fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 84 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Two Bedroom Family Beach Villa

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Ceiling fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 102 sq m
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 King Bed

Honeymoon Suite

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
LCD TV
Ceiling fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
  • 51 sq m
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Meedhupparu Residence with Pool

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Private plunge pool
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
LCD TV
Ceiling fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 158 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Deluxe Beach Villa with Premium All Inclusive

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Ceiling fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 51 sq m
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Jacuzzi Beach Villa with Premium All Inclusive

Highlights

Soundproofed
Private indoor spa tub
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Ceiling fan
  • 51 sq m
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Map
Raa Atoll, Meedhupparu

Getting around

  • Dharavandhoo Island (DRV) - 23.3 miles/37.6 km
  • Naifaru (LMV-Madivaru) - 26.8 miles/43.2 km
  • Velana Intl. Airport (MLE) - 95.6 miles/153.8 km

Restaurants

  • De' North Main Restaurant
  • Adaaran Select Meedhuhpparu - Main Restaurant
  • Udhares Poolbar
  • Jaafaeiy Restaurant
  • Thavaa Restaurant

About this property

Adaaran Select Meedhupparu - 45 Minutes from Male by Seaplane

Adaaran Select Meedhupparu - 45 Minutes from Male by Seaplane offers a private beach where you can enjoy beach umbrellas, volleyball, and beachside drinks, plus you'll have access to onsite scuba diving, snorkeling, and surfing/body boarding. The outdoor pool provides a splash of fun, while guests in the mood for pampering can visit the spa to indulge in Thai massages, Ayurvedic treatments, and reflexology. Offering garden views, Jaafaiy Main Restaurant serves international cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. A free kid's club, a poolside bar, and a fitness center are other highlights at this eco-certified hotel. Fellow travelers like the overall property condition.

All-inclusive

All-inclusive room rates at Adaaran Select Meedhupparu - 45 Minutes from Male by Seaplane are available. These rates are higher because they include onsite food and beverages in the room rate (some restrictions may apply).

Gratuities and taxes

Gratuities are included and additional gratuities at guests' discretion are accepted.

Food and beverages

All buffet and à la carte meals, snacks, and select beverages included
Premium alcoholic beverages included
In-room minibar (all beverages included)
Dining and beverage availability limited at one or more venues

Activities and facilities/equipment

All land activities and use of recreational facilities and equipment are included.

Water activities

Rowing/canoeing
Windsurfing

Land activities

Fitness facilities
Tennis
Volleyball
Tennis rackets
Kids club

Entertainment

Onsite entertainment and activities
Theme parties

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English, French, German, Hindi, Italian, Russian

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 211 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 3:00 PM
  • Early check-in subject to availability
  • Late check-in subject to availability
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
  • Check-out time is noon
  • Late check-out subject to availability

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions

Special check-in instructions

  • Guests must transfer via Floatplane to the property; guests must contact the property at least 72 hours before travel, using the contact information on the confirmation received after booking
  • The property charges 4 percent for credit card payments
  • Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
  • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
  • If you are planning to arrive after 3:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
  • For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
  • The property is not responsible for transfer delays or cancellations due to weather, sea, or tide conditions.
  • Transfers to the resort are arranged solely by the property. Third-party arrangements are not accepted.
  • The additional fee (payable at the property) covers mandatory transfer fees for guests ages 8-17.
  • This property is accessible by plane and/or boat. To guarantee transfers, guests must contact the property with their flight details at least 72 hours before their expected arrival. Guests may choose either a seaplane transfer from Male International Airport to the property (45-minute flight; flights are not operational after 3:15 PM Male time); or, a domestic flight and speedboat transfer from Male International Airport to the property (30-minute flight to Dharavandhoo domestic airport and then a 40-minute speedboat ride). All transfers are subject to availability. Transfer duration is approximate and may change depending on weather conditions, tides, and rough seas. To receive seaplane transfers, international flights must land in Male by 3:15 PM (Male time) and depart at 9:25 AM or later (Male time). Guests can expect a wait time of up to 3 hours for seaplane transfers. Guests are accommodated at the Adaaran Lounge while they wait.
  • Luggage in excess of 20 kg/person main Luggage and 5 kg/person Hand Luggage may incur a fee, payable to the seaplane company during flight check-in. In some cases, luggage may not be transported on the same seaplane flight as the passengers; luggage may be sent on a later flight or via speedboat. Please note, transfers are conducted by a third-party supplier and the resort is not liable for loss or damages of any item.

Required at check-in

  • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required
  • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

  • Free supervised childcare
  • Free children's club

Pets

  • No pets or service animals allowed

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms

Other information

  • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Beach bar
  • Poolside bar
  • Coffee shop
  • Private dining
  • Private picnics
  • Snack bar/deli

Traveling with children

  • Free children's club
  • Playground
  • Free supervised childcare/activities
  • Children's menu
  • Children's games
  • Toys

What to do

  • On a private beach
  • Beach volleyball
  • Kayaking
  • Canoeing
  • Boat tours
  • Motor boating
  • Scuba diving
  • Snorkeling
  • Surfing/body boarding
  • Water skiing
  • Windsurfing
  • Shopping
  • Pool table
  • Table tennis
  • Fishing
  • Windsurfing nearby

Working away

  • Computer station

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities
  • Wedding services
  • Beach sun loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Water sports equipment
  • Romance packages

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Fitness center
  • An outdoor pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Spa tub
  • Sauna
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • Steam room
  • 100% renewable energy

Accessibility

  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • LCD television
  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Minibar
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Slippers
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Turndown service
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone
  • Electrical adapters/chargers

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Restaurant dining guide

Special features

Spa

The onsite spa has 7 treatment rooms including rooms for couples and outdoor treatment areas. Services include Thai massages and manicures and pedicures. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including Ayurvedic and reflexology. The spa is open daily.

Dining

Jaafaiy Main Restaurant - Overlooking the garden, this buffet restaurant specializes in international cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. A children's menu is available.
Sufura - Overlooking the garden, this theme restaurant specializes in Indian cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Reservations are required. Open daily.
Café Mass - This beach café serves light fare only. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Open daily.
Thavaa - This beachfront restaurant specializes in Mediterranean cuisine and serves lunch and dinner. Open daily.
Halaboli Main Bar - Onsite bar. Open daily.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Green Globe, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • A tax is imposed by the city: USD 12.00 per person, per night
  • Additional fee for children (from 8 years old to 17 years old): USD 450 per person, per stay
The additional fee covers transfer fees for guests ages 8-17.

Optional extras

  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
  • Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 4 percent

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM
  • Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation

Policies

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
This property does not have elevators.
This property uses solar energy.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit on site.
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
A fee for a mandatory Christmas Day gala dinner is included in the total price displayed for stays on December 25.
A fee for a mandatory Christmas Eve gala dinner is included in the total price displayed for stays on December 24.
A fee for a mandatory New Year's Eve gala dinner is included in the total price displayed for stays on December 31.
A fee for a mandatory New Year's Day gala dinner is included in the total price displayed for stays on January 1.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

Also known as

Adaaran Meedhupparu
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Frequently asked questions

Does Adaaran Select Meedhupparu - 45 Minutes from Male by Seaplane offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Adaaran Select Meedhupparu - 45 Minutes from Male by Seaplane does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Adaaran Select Meedhupparu - 45 Minutes from Male by Seaplane?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access from 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM.
Are pets allowed at Adaaran Select Meedhupparu - 45 Minutes from Male by Seaplane?
Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Adaaran Select Meedhupparu - 45 Minutes from Male by Seaplane?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 3:00 PM. Check-out time is noon. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability).
What is there to do at Adaaran Select Meedhupparu - 45 Minutes from Male by Seaplane and nearby?
Have fun with onsite activities like kayaking, water skiing, and windsurfing. Additional recreation onsite includes volleyball. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and soothe your senses in the spa tub. Adaaran Select Meedhupparu - 45 Minutes from Male by Seaplane also has a private beach, an outdoor pool, and a sauna, as well as a steam room, a picnic area, and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Adaaran Select Meedhupparu - 45 Minutes from Male by Seaplane?
Yes, Jaafaiy Main Restaurant offers beachfront dining, international cuisine, and garden views.

Adaaran Select Meedhupparu - 45 Minutes from Male by Seaplane Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Stayed in a water villa. The venue is amazing. Couldn’t fault the service - they were so attentive and helpful.
Kristen, 7-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

A1
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6/10 Good

AL, 9-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Morris, 8-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Giovanni, 7-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Breathtaking vacation and amazing service. Would recommend this trip at least once in your life. Perfect getaway to disconnect from the world.
Sandra Patricia, 7-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

benito, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Gareth, 6-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Everything I dreamed it would be and more. Exceeded my expectations.
Jane, 6-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful stay!
The resort is absolutely fabulous! We stayed for 2 weeks and we could not stop admiring the beauty and nature of it. Adaaran Select Medhuparu deserves a 5* star rating considering what it has to offer – stunning beach and house reef, live band and entertainment every evening, impeccable cleanliness both of the villas and public areas, excellently maintained grounds and flora, a variety of delicious and tasty food. Special compliments to the Chef Guru for his highly professional skills!! And the service - a 5 star service offered by the constantly smiling personnel, guys who are always there to help and make us feel warmly welcomed. Rooms are cleaned twice a day with attention to each detail. As we were not happy enough with our beach villa in the beginning (personal reasons, not that the villa was not nice), the Guest Relations Manager AMJAD did his best to satisfy our needs and moved us to another villa, a kind of free upgrade which was so great and responsive of him. Villa 190 – gorgeous sunset views and few meters away to the sand bank. Thank you so much, Amjad, for your professional and qualitative attitude! Thank you Adaaran Select Team for making our holidays unforgettable!
Stefy, 14-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic snorkeling experience
Great snorkeling and greenery on site. Felt like we were swimming in an aquarium. Staff was very pleasant and helpful. Food was great at premium all-inclusive level. A great family vacation. Male airport experience was a bummer. Had to spend 3 hours there on arrival missing valuable beach time. Hotel had us at Male airport 4 hours before departure, one hour before Singapore Airlines counter even opened. Would have preferred more beach time and less airport time. This didn’t seem to be a priority for the hotel.
Cliff, 5-night family trip
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6/10 Good

very old resort, poor facilities but nice island
I spent 10 days, starting from the island, it's nice but the property need to invest money to keep it nice, it's horrible to see on the beach plastic bag with sand to preserve the beach, spend money for a better solution! everything it's so old, ok it's clean but it's looks to be back in the 70's, the room are simple horrible and the bathroom so sad! the food is quiet good but very boring, always the same and more shocked is that they serve only one type of fish..if you want sometging different you have to pay EXTRA, is that a joke? we are in Maldives they have basically the fish that jump inside the pot! the breakfast is only until 9.30, who want to get up so early on holiday? I thought was a good deal seing the positive coment but you just pay less and have a poor service, I would had pay bit more but had an amazing stay! they don't know what is mean all inclusive as you have just breakfast, lunch and dinner. then 2 poor snak but with the choice of only 2 items! a port from the water in the mini bar everything is extra charge, what?? all inclusive it's mean all! so if you feel hungry in the late evening or night no option! the gym is useless, so old and dated. it's nice that you have your sun bad in front off the room and you can have a quiet time there. the Wi-Fi fi is unavailable only at the bar, restaurant and reception, so bad! the restaurant is open so it's a sauna, specially in the evening, they shuld give the option of an air condition space! good the staff
David, 9-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Clean and well run hotel
Great, relaxing stay. Beautiful beaches and crystal clear water.
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8/10 Very good

nice hotel, perfect setting, suprisingly good food
so this being the first all inclusive holiday ive ever been on, i was pleasently surprised. all inclusive means buffet dinner every night- and i thought i woukd get bored of it; however they have different themes every night the barbeque night was my favourite! with barbeequed chicked serfved just away from the main resturaunt on the sand. they always had a local/traditional option or two in the main resturaunt which were quite delicious! if you fancy a change however there are lots of other options available at extra cost including private dining, water villa dining, beach barbeque with fresh fish/shellfish or even a romantic lobster dinner. there is a seperate resturaunt - cafe mass which offers an ala carte menu which is ok - and of all the bars on the island be sure to visit sunrise bar. it is the most out of the way, and so the least busy, but right on the sea, and there is a perfect breeze there always. i would reccomend that your villa is either numbered 300 upwards or 178 downwards then the beach outside your villa will be majical, and youve. no need for a daily walk to the main beach by the pool, you can just use your own bit of beach as if it were your own! we stayed in 209 and the beach here was difficult to walk on as it was littered with broken bits of coral. not that we tried, but i heard from other guests that this was were the best snorkeling was to be had, and we did see rays, and baby sharks whikst walking home along our beach.
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10/10 Exceptional

Worth the money
Upgraded to water villa from beach villa, our world changed instantly, the manager upgrade my stay to GOLD Inclusive which entitled me to have all the foods n drinks inclusive and also fine dining everyday during my stay. Very well worth it!!!
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8/10 Very good

Great environment
Stayed here for 6 nights at beach villa with my wife and 1-year old son. Everything was perfect except for the mediocre food and a bit old room AC and furnuture. Food was mediocre but the chef was great. He did everythinng possible to make our meals pleasent for us. He prepared special dishes (even including pizza only for us) for both us and our son. They tried to serve something different everyday but i think the ingredients they peurchase are average. Thats why the food could be better. Besides that it was a great experience. Snorkeling, dive center, entire staff are great. Whatever we asked from them, they fulfilled. All inclusive beer and wine was very good as well. I havent tried much liquor but good brands are available for a reasonable price.
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8/10 Very good

4 night stay - lovely experience
Awesome all inclusive stay - great location - whole island is the resort. Beautiful waters and beach- excellent for snorkeling. Not very luxurious overall - but good value for money. All inclusive package with beach villa. For a much more detailed review please go to trip advisor and look for either my name or this resort and I have given a detailed account.
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4/10 Fair

Bedbug attact and unkind staffs
We just came back from Maldives with full of unhappy memories.We've got hugh bedbug attact (over 100 bites). and all staffs from reception to waiters never smile and very unkind.It was very uncomfortable staying there and don't want to recommand to anyone who wants to go there.It was our 2nd trip to maldives and we were so happy with our first trip but we had to bring all our dollar bills back what we prepare for tips in this trip. There are lots of extra charges shuch as Wifi(You only can use it restaurant area with purchasing prepaid card) fresh juice(orange juice costs four dollars per cup) snorkel gears(seperate charge on each items-vest, mask,fins) And only guest rooms have airconditioner. Restaurant, Bar, Reception are opend plan. It is very hot without A/C and lots of bug all around..Their check out time is 12;00 and they set people's seaplane schedule on late afternoon. People have to empty their room at 12:oo and wait at reception area or Bar for 5-6 hours without A/C . If you want to stay in room, have to pay 125 dollars for 5 hours. I asked them to set plane schedule to morning time but they didn't .But the most worst part was staffs.
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6/10 Good

Nice beach resort
Didn't accommodated for honeymooners. Didn't go that extra mile to ensure that honeymooners had the best room or facilities. They tried to accommodate for our dietary requirements however choice of food was limited
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10/10 Exceptional

All inclusive resort on a private island
This resort was outstanding. The facilities were nice and comfortable. The staff was amazingly friendly, always smiling and very helpful. The food was good and diversified. No need to pay double for a water villa. I personnally found more convenient to have a villa on the beach rather than on the water. The only negative comment is about the music entertainment at night which was pretty boring.
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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent hotel, friendly staff, good food & drink
This was a fantastic Christmas & New Year (2013) beach holiday. The hotel is lovely (we were in room 274 - ask for a room in the range 264 - 290 (away from the sea wall - where the sand is harder to walk on because of coral fragments and where access to the sea is down steps). We had direct access to the sea from our villa, close to where the sea plane landed, took off, and moored overnight. It added to the atmosphere of being on a remote island. The all inclusive food and drink were lovely and the service was outstanding. The staff were lovely and we spent a lot at the end in tips for the wonderful people who served our drinks, cleaned our room, swept the leaves etc. etc. I recommend upgrading to the Water Villa's for the end of your stay (we spent our last day and night in one - about £330 to upgrade and a wonderful experience). I strongly recommend this resort - I have had a number of holidays in the sun in Goa and in Nice, but this was the best. The snorkelling was excellent - many coloured fish and we saw dolphins from a distance. The temperature was hot but not absolutely unbearable. It was sunny for about 85% of the time and only one day was cloudy and rainy (but warm). We spent that day in the pool sipping beer. Food-wise, the beef and other meats were, surprisingly, better than the seafood. Have the omelette for breakfast! You will love this place and its warm welcome. When we left on the seaplane, as it moved away from shore, the staff unfurled a goodbye banner!
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6/10 Good

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8/10 Very good

Perfect break
Flying in by seaplane on a beautiful sunny day was the perfect start to a perfect break. The only minor complaint about the trip was the interminable time it took for our bags to be delivered but that was quickly forgotten stepping out to the deck of our beach villa and straight onto the white sand and into the blue water. We were on the south side of the island so we were woken up early every morning by the seaplane which parked overnight. No biggie for us but something to be aware of if you're a sleeper. We took the all inclusive package which worked great and as we were only there for a few days the buffet food every day was fine for us and being able to go up to one of the bars and order cocktails at will was wonderful. The only extras was the romantic seafood beach dinner (which was great) and we did some scuba diving (awesome). We'd definitely go back!
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8/10 Very good

Beautiful beach, excellent stuff
We were first time in Maldives. We stayed 6 days in this hotel in all inclusive plan. We were together with 2 more friends. We had great time there! Many things to do - snorkelling, diving, beach parties. Island is enough big, everybody can find something for themselves. Food was good, lot of choose. Alcohol was not great quality on all inclusive. Stuff was very friendly, good service. All beaches were not with direct view to the beach. Beach Willa was more like garden Willa. From terrace could see neighbours. Rooms very big, comfortable. Outside shower was great! But bathroom very simple equipped - just shower cup and 2 peaces of soap and 2 shampoos.
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