Best Hotels in Machchafushi, Maldives

I had an absolutely fantastic experience at the Centara Grand Resort in the Maldives. The entire staff was amazing and incredibly kind throughout my stay. In particular, I must commend Nabeel for his outstanding service. His attentiveness and helpfulness truly set him apart, and he seemed like he should be the manager with his level of dedication. Nabeel was undoubtedly one of the shining stars of the resort. His attentiveness and helpfulness truly set him apart, and he seemed like he should be the manager with his level of dedication. Nabeel was undoubtedly one of the shining stars of the resort. I also had the pleasure of interacting with Chanapha at the reception, who was incredibly open-minded and accommodating. Her warm and friendly demeanor made my check-in process seamless and enjoyable. The Centara Grand Resort is a true paradise, and the exceptional staff, including Nabeel and Chanapha, made my stay even more memorable. I can't wait to return and experience their top-notch hospitality once again.

The whole experience of our stay at Outrigger Maafushivaru was excellent! When we arrived we were met on the pier by the resort manager Guillaume and Vishant, our personal assistant during our stay. The facilities, especially our beach villas, the wonderful restaurants and bars and also the spa are outstanding. The gardens are well maintained with the beach and paths being cleaned each day to remove any fallen leaves. The food is excellent with a very big range of choice. The island has great snorkelling on the resort reefs and the dive centre offer trips to see whale shark, manta rays, nurse sharks and turtles as well as fishing, diving and other water sports. The service from everyone of the team was incredible and I didn't experience such a customer friendly service. Everyone is interested in your wellbeing and take time to chat with you. If I come back to maldives, I will definitely come back to Outrigger Maafushivaru becouse of the wonderful staff and the beautiful island. Keep up the really good work and we thank you again for everything!

Nova Resort was chosen after much online research. It was our first visit to the Maldives and so this review contains no comparisons to previous Maldivian experiences. The headline summary is however, that after over 30 years of holidaying as a couple, this resort and holiday ranks as number one. From the moment we arrived, to when we left, we couldn’t find a fault with the staff or the facilities. A holiday in paradise where we were perfectly looked after. The number of guests that the complex accommodates is up to about 180. (There are more staff than guests). It means that it never felt busy. We were there in late February and didn’t get troubled by mosquitoes or other insects. Not sure whether that is a benefit of when we visited or is the norm. It is worth noting that the entire resort has undergone a renovation approximately 18 months ago and so none of the facilities are ‘tired’. Staff Without exception, every member of staff was pleasant, had a smile on their face and went out of their way to make sure that you were happy and well looked after. This included the ‘behind the scenes’ staff such as the maintenance and house keeping teams. Discussions with staff confirmed that Nova looks after their employees and that probably goes along way to them recruiting and retaining staff with the right attitude. Dining Most meals were taken at the ‘Soul Kitchen’ which was a buffet and self service. The food was varied with daily choices to suit all tastes. The buffet area where the food is collected is a separate air-conditioned room from the dining area. This ensured that the food was kept in a temperature controlled environment. The waiting staff were amazing - kept our drinks topped up, water glasses refilled and plates cleared as we finished each course. They worked hard, but importantly there were enough staff on duty all the time. We ate at ‘Flames’ on three occasions, where it is a fully-served ‘a la carte’. The quality of the food and the service was excellent, but not all dishes were included as part of the ‘all inclusive’ package. That felt a bit strange and maybe it would be better to give a financial ‘allowance’ to all-inclusive diners rather than a small discount off some dishes. As an example, you could have a 220g rib-eye steak as part of the package, but you have to pay for a 220g sirloin steak. We also paid extra for the ‘Fish BBQ on the beach’, which was excellent, but again felt that maybe more than a 15% discount as an all-inclusive guest would have been appropriate. Diving The diving experiences and the team at ‘Aquaholics’ were super. One of the most professional outfits that I have dived with. Whilst the corals in the area are badly bleached, the marine life is fantastically varied and plentiful. Successful trips were organised to snorkel with Whale Sharks and dive with Manta Rays. That coupled with the ‘normal’ sharks, napoleon wrasse, turtles etc etc made for a memorable week of dives. The dive crew knew their dive sites

Very good. My daughter and I both think this is the best hotel on this trip. The price-performance ratio is also very high. The food in the restaurant is very delicious. The only downside is that there is a waiter in the restaurant who has been courteous and does not want tips, but asks us to buy him a hookah. After we refused, he went to buy it himself and signed our room. When we checked out, we found this matter and communicated with the hotel. The hotel will refund the money to us.

With a stay at Endheri Sunset in Dhangethi, you'll be on the beach and 4 minutes by foot from Dhangethi Beach. This beach guesthouse is within the region of Ari Atoll.Take in the views from a rooftop terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access. This guesthouse also features wedding services, tour/ticket assistance, and a picnic area.Enjoy a meal at the restaurant, or stay in and take advantage of the guesthouse's 24-hour room service. Continental breakfasts are available daily for a fee.Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk, luggage storage, and laundry facilities. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and free self parking is available onsite.Make yourself at home in one of the 10 air-conditioned rooms featuring minibars (stocked with some free items). Your room comes with a pillowtop bed. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.

Comprising a garden and a shared lounge, Dhigurah Cottage is a recently renovated accommodation in Dhigurah situated close to Dhigurah North West Beach. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, a 24-hour front desk and full-day security, along with free WiFi throughout the property. Boasting family rooms, this property also provides guests with an outdoor fireplace. Fitted with a terrace, the units offer air conditioning and feature a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with shower and a hair dryer. A fridge and kettle are also available. At the guest house, each unit is fitted with bed linen and towels. There is a coffee shop, and packed lunches are also available. The guest house boasts a variety of wellness options, including spa facilities, wellness packages and yoga classes. For guests with children, the guest house features both an indoor and outdoor play area. A bicycle rental service is available at Dhigurah Cottage.

With a stay at Banyan Villa Maldives in Dhangethi, you'll be near the beach, just steps from Dhangethi Beach. This beach guesthouse is within close proximity of Ranveli Beach and Villingilivaru Island Pier.Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as bicycles to rent or take in the view from a terrace and a garden. This guesthouse also features complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and a communal living room.Stop by the guesthouse's restaurant, Banyan Cafe', for lunch, dinner, or brunch. Dining is also available at the coffee shop/cafe, and room service (during limited hours) is provided. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. Buffet breakfasts are available daily from 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee.Featured amenities include express check-in, express check-out, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available on request).Make yourself at home in one of the 6 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring minibars and flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and bidets. Conveniences include safes and separate sitting areas, and housekeeping is provided daily.

When you stay at Ari Grand Hotel & Spa in Dhangethi, you'll be in the historical district, just steps from Bikini Beach and 4 minutes by foot from Dhangethi Beach. This luxury hotel is within close proximity of Dhangethi Port and Ranveli Beach.Pamper yourself with a visit to the spa, which offers massages. You can soak up the sun at the private beach or enjoy other recreational amenities including an outdoor pool and bicycles to rent. This hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and babysitting (surcharge).Enjoy a meal at Zest Feast or snacks in the coffee shop/cafe. The hotel also offers room service. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the poolside bar. A complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily from 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM.Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, a 24-hour front desk, and luggage storage.Make yourself at home in one of the 42 air-conditioned rooms featuring indoor private spa tubs and Smart televisions. Your memory foam bed comes with down comforters. Rooms have private furnished balconies. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with separate bathtubs and showers feature jetted bathtubs and rainfall showerheads.

Dhigurah Dhonveli Boutique is located in Dhigurah and offers an open-air bath, a garden and a terrace. The air-conditioned accommodation is 80 metres from Dhigurah North West Beach, and guests can benefit from private parking available on site and free WiFi. The accommodation provides airport transfers, while a bicycle rental service is also available. The guest house is equipped with a flat-screen TV. The guest house offers bed linen, towels and housekeeping service. Guests can eat in the on-site family-friendly restaurant, which is open for dinner, lunch, brunch and cocktails. You can play darts at the guest house. Dhigurah Dhonveli Boutique features a children's playground and a picnic area.

Located in Dhigurah, Dhigurah Beach Inn offers beachfront accommodation 90 metres from Dhigurah North West Beach and provides various facilities, such as a private beach area and a garden. This guest house features air-conditioned accommodation with a patio. Featuring family rooms, this property also provides guests with a picnic area. At the guest house, units are equipped with a desk. With a private bathroom equipped with a shower and a hair dryer, units at the guest house also offer free WiFi. At the guest house, each unit is equipped with bed linen and towels. There is a coffee shop on-site. You can play darts at the guest house, and bike hire is available. A baby safety gate is also available for guests at Dhigurah Beach Inn.