Kandolhu Maldives

The staff at Kandolhu are friendly and professional, offering exceptional service. Guests enjoy luxurious, well-equipped rooms with exceptional views and various amenities, including a private beach pool villa.

Our week at this incredible Maldives resort was nothing short of magical. From the moment we stepped off the speedboat transfer and entered Kandolhu, we were greeted by name and welcome drinks, setting the tone for the personalized and intimate experience that awaited us. Our bungalow was ready at 11am and we were checked in right away! With only 30 overwater bungalows, the resort felt exclusive and peaceful, offering a true escape from the outside world. The resort was almost at capacity but we never felt it was crowded. The accommodation was perfect—our overwater bungalow was spacious, elegantly designed, and offered breathtaking ocean views. Housekeeping was done twice daily, always discreetly, ensuring our space remained pristine without ever feeling intrusive. Dining was another highlight. With five restaurants to choose from, we were spoiled for choice, and every meal was outstanding. The variety of cuisines and the quality of ingredients made every dining experience a treat. Our favorite were Sea Grill, Japanese Banzai, and Mexican Atta Roa. We loved the daily fresh reef fish choices. Shout out to Nasru, Effam, Estella, Ameen, Zinadh, Nareen, Mann, Anjelita, Suraj and the whole food and dining team and the chefs for their awesome services! The snorkeling right from the house reef was beyond words. We swam alongside blacktip and whitetip reef sharks, spotted stingrays, and even a friendly house reef turtle who seemed to recognize us each time we saw him. The coral was in great shape, with vibrant purple sea anemones and thriving marine life. However, it’s important to check with the dive center about currents and safe entry and exit points. Resort also offered complementary snorkeling gear, complimentary GoPro loan, paddle board, catamaran, kayaking, gym, and massage services. My husband, an avid diver, went on four dives and was blown away by the abundance of marine life—countless sharks, “fish soup” formations, stingrays, and moray eels. The dive team was professional and knowledgeable, making each dive a safe and thrilling adventure. Service throughout the resort was impeccable. Every staff member was warm, attentive, and genuinely invested in making our stay special. The resort is clearly well cared for, with employees up early each morning to ensure the beaches and grounds remain pristine. We also met the GM Claudio and Luciana and they are super sweet! Claudio and Luciana, you have an amazing team to work with! I had a medical mishap and was very well taken care of by the house doctor, Luciana, and dining team. The last day of our stay, we were able to stay in our room until it was time to catch the boat to get to the seaplane around 2:30pm. We were also offered complimentary one bag of laundry service so it was nice to get home with not much laundry to do. If you’re looking for a luxurious, intimate, and nature-filled escape in the Maldives, this resort is truly exceptional. We left with unforgettable memories and ca

A beautiful house reef and very easily accessible. Live corals. Excellent snorkeling. Not a strong current. We really liked the Ocean Pool villa. The location, stunning view and interior. The wine cooler with a good selection of wines and at a reasonable price. Excellent service. Cleaning and room service several times a day when residents are absent. Everywhere is in perfect order and cleanliness. Very good level of cuisine and restaurants, especially considering the small size of the hotel. You can always feel personal attitude and VIP service of any personal including top managers. Excellent organization of Christmas and any festive dinners. Diving is wonderful and also excellent organized and a very comfortable dive boat. Thanks all was great.