Baa Atoll Holidays

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I spent 8 days at Royal Island on a solo getaway, and it turned out to be one of the best travel experiences I’ve ever had. From the moment I arrived, I felt completely at ease. The island is peaceful and breathtakingly beautiful – turquoise waters, soft white sand, and lush greenery all around. My villa was spotless, stylish, and opened right onto the beach – a dream for anyone looking for serenity and privacy. As a solo traveler, I was especially touched by how warm and welcoming the entire team was. I never once felt alone. A very special thank you to my butler, Mark Anthony, who was incredibly kind, attentive, and thoughtful throughout my stay. He made everything effortless and always made sure I felt comfortable and cared for. The food was another highlight – fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented. The restaurant and bar staff, special thanks to SHA and Habib, were also exceptional: always friendly, attentive, and genuinely interested in creating a positive experience. Their warm energy made every meal and drink feel personal and enjoyable. Royal Island is not only stunning – it also has heart. It’s the perfect place to reconnect with yourself, recharge, and feel genuinely cared for. I left with a full heart and can’t wait to return.

Aleksandra Georgieva

⬇️☺️☺️☺️☺️☺️☺️ We had a wonderful time in Royal Island Hotel! Every guest had a private host. Noble was ours, he was taking care of us and also he was sending day by day useful information about the activities and the weather. The villas were perfectly clean every day, they change towels, beach towels and also we had compliments every day in the room. There is so much variety of food in the restaurant for every taste. But mostly we were so amazed by the staff there! All people were so kind and smiling! The adventures we had like snorkelling were perfectly scheduled and wonderful as well! We can't wait to come back again next year!!!

Nikola Djurovic

From arrival to departure, staying at this resort was an unforgettable experience. Since we booked it for our honeymoon, we were delighted to receive cake and champagne as a special treat, thanks to Noble. The massages at spa center were exceptional, the food was extraordinary, and the marine life right in front of our villa was mesmerizing. Snorkeling equipment is provided, so there's no need to bring your own. We encountered a variety of fish, turtles, crabs, and more, all swimming around us. There was so much to see and explore that we couldn’t cover it all in our 10-day stay, so we definitely plan to return. In addition to the mentioned amenities, we had specific preferences for bed mattresses and pillow firmness, and everything here exceeded our expectations. Special thanks to Noble, who managed everything seamlessly, sent regular updates, and assisted with whatever we needed. Remon, responsible for cleaning our room, ensured the mini bar and snacks were always stocked and created beautiful leaf drawings on our bed, brightening our day. Nirval at Raabondhi restaurant is a model waiter, friendly, talkative, and attentive, always with a smile. Kishore at the main restaurant is outstanding; we always aimed to sit at his tables. He welcomed us warmly, remembered our previous orders, and ensured everything was timely. Anyone fortunate enough to be served by these wonderful individuals will have a paradise vacation.

Stef en Anne

We had a fantastic time! We stayed here for 7 days with a family and 3 teenage children in two bungalows. Royal Island is a beautiful resort in a stunning setting. Paradise. Light blue sea, soft white sand, snorkeling like in an aquarium, no screaming tourists, all kinds of nationalities (which we love), tranquility, a beautiful pool, a green island with lots of trees and flowers, and plenty of sports and water activities. The staff were incredibly kind and attentive to us and took excellent care of us. Special thanks to Mark, waiter Habib and also cleaner Uzzal from bungalow 235. Everything was always spotlessly clean! The spacious bungalows were a bit older, but they and the entire park are very well maintained. Nothing was broken; everything was very clean and worked. The food was extensive; everything you could think of was there. Fresh and well-prepared. You could eat at any time of the day. We can't imagine anyone complaining about this anymore. For us, it was a dream come true, and it was even more beautiful than we had imagined. A huge thank you to all the staff at Royal Island Resort Maldives!

S Gh

I had an amazing stay at Royal Island Resort in the Maldives! From the moment I arrived, the service was exceptional. A special thank’s to Noble, Abdullah, Afrah, and Mithila — each one of them went above and beyond to make my experience unforgettable. They were kind, professional, and always made sure I felt comfortable and well taken care of. The resort itself is stunning, but it’s the staff that truly made the difference. I highly recommend Royal Island Resort to anyone looking for a luxurious and personalized Maldivian getaway. I’ll definitely be coming back!

Chawis Chamnarnkit

A Truly Exceptional Stay at the Westin Maldives 🌴✨ We had the pleasure of staying at the Westin Maldives in early May, and it was nothing short of spectacular. From the moment we arrived, the staff made us feel genuinely welcome with their warm smiles and attentive service. The weather was absolutely perfect—sunny skies and gentle breezes that made every beach moment feel like a dream. The rooms were impeccably clean and beautifully maintained, offering a serene retreat after long days of exploring and relaxing. But what truly set this resort apart was the incredible team behind it. During our stay, my mother-in-law fell ill, and the level of care and compassion shown by the staff was deeply touching. The executive chef personally ensured she had meals tailored to her condition, and the on-site nurse provided attentive and professional care that gave us peace of mind. Their kindness made a difficult situation much easier to navigate. We also had some light-hearted fun thanks to the friendly team at the gym, who were more than happy to join us for a spontaneous game of beach tennis—such a memorable moment that added a personal touch to our experience. One of the most impressive gestures came at the end of our trip. We had accidentally left a passport behind in our room, and the hotel went above and beyond by arranging for it to be delivered to the airport the very next day. That level of dedication and service truly speaks volumes about their commitment to guest satisfaction. In every way, the Westin Maldives exceeded our expectations. It’s not just a beautiful resort—it’s a place where the people make you feel cared for, supported, and genuinely valued. We can’t wait to return.

Cyril SUTER

We had an absolutely wonderful stay at Westin Maldives with my wife and our young son. We stayed in a beautiful beach room — it was large, very comfortable, and just steps away from the stunning ocean. The beach was perfect for snorkeling, and we saw many kinds of exotic fish every day. The food was excellent throughout our stay. Following a vegan diet, we were thrilled with how Chef Min adapted every meal to our needs — the attention and creativity were outstanding. Breakfasts were especially memorable, with an amazing variety of fresh exotic fruits and delicious fresh juices. The hotel is truly ideal for families with young children with a wonderful kidsclub that offers plenty of activities (craft activities, beach exploration..etc).

Brianna Graham

My husband and I decided to visit the Maldives to celebrate our 5 year wedding anniversary. We stayed at The Westin and from the second we arrived, the staff made us feel at home. Everything from the staff, to the food, spa, was absolutely incredible! We have visited 11 countries so far and this trip exceeded our expectations and was truly a dream. The entire staff was amazing but the two we worked with the most were Ayaan and Sandeep who made sure everything we wanted (restaurant reservations, spa treatments) were scheduled without any complications. We fell in love with this resort and cannot wait to go back!

Midori Andre

Staying in Westin resort is absolutely the most fantastic thing in my life ever. Starting from pick up and drop off from MLE airport, Mr.Shannon& Mr. Santo are friendly and well organized the way heading to Westin resort. Arriving in Westin resort, staffs gave us warm welcome. Special thanks to Mr. George, showing us whole resort and introduces all facilities. Speaking the same language makes no boundary. Moreover, I had sunburn at the last day even we already check out the resort. George still takes me to medical room and gives me aloe to ease the pain. Really appreciated. During the stay, Chef Min shows us great hospitality. Making tasty cuisine everyday Tandoori lamb, chili crab, cream seafood pie, satay…too many to mention. Mr.Anupum and Ms. Sally take good care of us in island kitchen every time we come. Mr.Ahlam accompany us on the last day, thanks to all of you enrich ours journey in Westin resort. In sum up, every staff in the resort is absolutely amazing, friending and willing to help. And the environment, the atmosphere make us feel so relaxed, get away from the hustle and bustle of the city and find the inner peace. Will definitely recommend to all of my friends to visit Westin resort.

Huzefa Gulamhusein

This was our 3rd trip to the Maldives. Pickup at airport and seaplane was smooth and efficient. Zaney at the airport was great. Reaching the hotel, reception was great and check in was smooth with Ayaan. They matched kids eat free at other Marriot resorts which was great considering the prices of food in the Maldives and we did not have a package. The room was nice, villa facing the beach with a private pool. Kids jumped into the pool right away. Food options are limited. 3 restaurants. Kids menu is limited can only order from island kitchen with fast food options. Food is expensive. $50 for a burger! Hawker had Asian cuisine and food and service was great. We had pad thai and beef entree. There is no lagoon so kids were disappointed because they were expecting calm lagoon waters from previous trips. The house reef was amazing and a complementary snorkeling guided tour for an hour was a nice introduction. Lots of fish to explore. Seaplanes land very close to the villa and the reef. Me and my 7 year old son had a scary experience when we were snorkeling and saw a seaplane coming towards us, we swam to shore quickly. I’m sure no accidents have happened but too close for comfort. Also, seaplane arriving and taking off are loud and you hear them in the villa multiple times a day. We are platinum elite members and requested overwater villa for couple nights to experience but they said they were fully occupied. Final night our host Rohit introduced us to Chef Chaitan who offered to make us biryani. We said yes, but did not realize we would get slammed with a $150 bill for it. Biryani was good but would have said no if we knew the price. Will be the most expensive biryani for 2 we will ever have! Staff are really nice. Shout out to Usha, King and Hassan. On checkout, lady at checkout did not say a word. Handed the bill, I paid and told her thank you and she said “yep”. Cold! Arrangement back was nicely organized given the weather turned nasty. Made it back to Male in good time.

Toni Àvila Hernández

Amazing experience. Great value for your money. Facilities, restaurants and food are great. The best resort for snorkeling in front of your room, you will find thousands of fish, turtles, mantas, even small nurse sharks… and more across the coral reef! The trips to see wildlife are incredible experiences, although they do somewhat depend on luck and availability, they have daily opportunities to join. Their greatest strength is their staff. They are very warm and welcoming, treating us like one of their own. We felt at home during our stay and we cannot wait to come back.

Charlotte Gibbs

We returned from our 4th stay at Dusit Thani, this time for two weeks. We've been to the Maldives most years since 2000 and this is by far our favourite. The right balance of everything and wonderful snorkelling on the house reef, which is a real MUST for us! The new addition of the vegan restaurant, Sala, out over the ocean was very welcome and adds to the variety of varied dining possibilities. All the staff were exceptionally friendly and efficient, so it's impossibly to name them individually, much as we would love to. We cannot imagine going anywhere else now and look forward to returning next year. We highly recommend it!

Geni Cirneanu

It was our first experience in Maldives and it was probably the best one we could have chosen. We had a Pool Villa facing the front sea, with plenty of natural shadow. This was the reason we chose it. And our own front and back garden, with a pool and showers in the plain view. And our personal butler, Jalaal, was the best. The resort is exclusive, small and intimate, with a lot of vegetation and they pay attention to each detail. The 4 restaurants provide very good food, we could not give up to any meal. And the return trip by seaplane completes everything!

Jihye Kim

4 nights at waterfront villa Once-in-a-life-time experience! Service is nice, foods are good, atmosphere and environment is awesome! I found some hair when I just got into a shower which was not unexpected 😕 but it was covered by all good stuff Lucky you! You might want to bring some dollars to leave tips

meimei w

This honeymoon trip was a very good experience. This island is great, with a great ecological environment, great snorkeling environment, good restaurants and friendly staff. Especially the butler Levi, the service is very good, very enthusiastic and very careful, which made me feel very warm during this trip. I will often miss the days on this island, hoping to having the opportunity to come back for vacation in the future.

Marko Zanoški (Zanoshky)

Reethi Beach Resort is set on a truly stunning island – lush greenery everywhere, soft sand you can walk barefoot on, and a gorgeous house reef full of marine life like reef sharks, hawksbill turtles, and even octopuses. Nature lovers will really enjoy the setting. The staff were one of the highlights – everyone from waiters to bellboys and cleaning staff were polite, welcoming, and genuinely warm. The chefs were especially kind and happy to chat, and the food was fresh and high quality every day. Also great to have free access to gym, tennis, and badminton. For those looking to dive or enjoy water sports, there’s a well-equipped (but paid) diving and water sports center on site. However, there were a few things that affected our experience. The rooms were very dimly lit, with barely any natural light, and unfortunately, the air conditioning unit smelled extremely bad (attaching a picture). It was working, but the odor made it very unpleasant. Transportation was another issue – despite being the only guests traveling that day, we spent half a day just waiting due to poor organization. On our last day, although we were approved for late checkout, our sunbed was removed early in the morning, which felt a bit rushed. Finally, there was no proper introduction to the island or its activities – you're left to discover things on your own, which can be frustrating for first-time visitors. Overall, a beautiful island with amazing staff and nature, but a few service and facility issues stopped it from being a perfect 5-star experience.

Jason Hao

We had a great time this April with Reethi Beach, we saw millions of fish during snorkeling, we enjoyed fishing and dolphin watching tour. The service team is great!

Nicola Dobbs

We had the most incredible holiday at Reethi! From the moment we arrived, everything exceeded our expectations. We were fortunate to stay in a water villa, which was simply breathtaking. While the resort is due for a refurbishment at the end of this month and could use a bit of TLC in places, it honestly didn’t affect our experience at all. The rooms were spotless, the food was delicious, and the staff went above and beyond to make our stay perfect. If you’re looking to escape to a stunning, natural island, this is the place to be. The snorkelling on the house reef was out of this world—we’ve never seen such a vibrant array of marine life. We’ve visited other islands in the Maldives and always enjoyed ourselves, but Reethi has a unique charm that truly sets it apart. The atmosphere is wonderfully tranquil and rustic, and the staff are some of the friendliest and happiest we’ve ever met. Huge thanks to Kokki, Uelly, Mohammed, Alex, and the entire Reethi team for making this such a memorable trip. We’ll definitely be returning!. Thank you!

Melanie Lobo

We visited this resort for our first anniversary. We stayed in Water Villa as well as sunset villa. Must say both of the rooms were very clean with the great view of the sea. The food also was exceptional. Overall a very good stay at Reethi. The experience was outstanding. Thank you Reethi. Will visit again.

adam sz

The resort boasts stunning natural features and exudes a barefoot vibe throughout. The coral reef is in exceptionally good condition, with a fascinating array of wildlife! The bars and restaurants are excellent as well, though the main restaurant is dominated by Indian flavors. An excellent choice for a quiet and peaceful retreat.