Kudafushi Resort & Spa - All Inclusive

Absolute paradise.. turquiose water and coral white sand (whichvnever gets hot!) Food was great with some great spicey local curry. The client host Alessio took time for absolutely everyone, lovely guy. The reef is teaming with life, turtles, rays and sharks that are quite inquisitive but harmless. And, of course so many other tropical fish. A highlight was having baby sharks swimming around our feet in the shallow surf.. magical.

Fantastic Resort - everything about the island/resort was awesome. The resort is very clean, our over the water room was very nice, the staff was super friendly and accommodating, and everyone spoke English (in addition to other languages and their native language) - which I thought was very welcoming. The food was excellent - there were many different options and the quality was that of any high-level restaurant. We were the only Americans on the island our entire visit, but we felt very welcomed by not only the resort, but the other guests from all over Europe. I am already trying to get back there! It’s a very long trip but 100% worth it. We are divers, and Dive Kudafushi is hands-down one of the best operations we have ever dove with. Marco and his staff were very friendly, very accommodating, it made you feel like you were family. HIGHLY RECOMMEND THIS RESORT!!!

It was our tenth trip to the Maldives and we were a little apprehensive, afraid we'd be jaded or simply disappointed. In fact, quite the opposite - we had our best stay ever at Kudafushi. Superb weather from start to finish, a magnificent lagoon, a beautiful island and probably the best resort from every point of view. The villas are spacious and finely decorated, and the bathrooms are brilliant. The hotel staff are attentive, welcoming without being intrusive. It's also the best buffet we've had so far, with a wide variety of cuisine and a grill serving fresh fish every lunchtime and evening. A small detail that makes all the difference: your drinks are only served when you arrive at the table. But what makes all the difference is the exceptional quality of the reef, which gave us the best snorkeling ever, with an unprecedented diversity of species (leopard rays, sharks, turtles, moray eels, octopus, cuttlefish, and the grail: manta rays just a stone's throw from the boat ressort, an unforgettable experience). We were lucky enough to be upgraded to a stilt house with pool for the last two days, and to top it all off, a dolphin visited us in the late afternoon, literally at the foot of our water villa.

The island, the restaurants and the food, the staff, the beaches... everything, everything is perfect!... But our yoga training is the best. The yoga place is new and beautiful, the 3-4 day courses are simply brilliant, thank you for everything and see you next (4) time... M. Wagner

I recently visited this wonderful hotel. From the airport in Male, there is a seaplane transfer to the hotel (approximately 40 minutes). The hotel is located on a small island, which is a pleasant place to walk around. The beach villas are large and bright, with easy access to the ocean. The beach is clean and well-maintained, and the water is an emerald color. The underwater world is beautiful, with a variety of fish, including sharks. The hotel grounds are well-maintained, with many trees, shrubs, and flowers. There is also a small garden with beautiful plants. The staff is very polite and friendly. They are happy to help if you have any questions. The restaurant serves good food that suits all tastes. There is a wide selection of grilled dishes. There are themed dinners every day. The bar offers a variety of drinks to suit all tastes. The staff in the restaurant and bar is highly professional and well-trained. There is a diverse animation program. I highly recommend visiting Kudafushi resort&SPA.

I've only been on Kudafushi for 24 hours so far, but I already feel like a local. A few thoughts people might (hopefully) find useful: Pre-trip communication with the resort: I contacted the resort several weeks before my trip to request a specific villa number, and prompt responses were received. Getting a specific villa can never be guaranteed, however they do their best to accommodate all requests. Upon check-in, they had indeed allocated the specific villa I had requested, which was a great bonus. I was also given links to a load of information about the island, so I felt I understood the island even before I arrived. Arrival: I was welcomed at the jetty by a team of resort staff, and the personalised, one-on-one check-in process was smooth and welcoming. The same person also escorted me to my villa. A thorough introduction to the island was provided, and within the first hour of being here, I was already familiar with the island. A big shout out to Kiki, not only for her warm welcome, but for remembering the small details, and responding quickly to any requests. It's this attention to detail that separates a top resort from all the rest, and makes the guest feel at home right from the beginning. Layout of the island: if I were to design an island, it would be just like Kudafushi. Everything is within a few minutes' walk, and the position of the main pool between the Juju Bar and the main restaurant is perfect. Food and drinks are just metres away (although you don't even need to leave your chair in the sun, as the bar staff are so efficient), and when the sun warms you up, the refreshing sea and pool are both directly in front of you. The layout could not be more ideal, and you can choose to either be around other guests or be more secluded, as you wish. Accommodation: I chose an over water villa (334), and it was the perfect option. The layout of the villas is ideal, and the amenities include everything a guest could want. The gifts of a Kudafushi toiletry bag and the flipflops are a nice touch, and will be a reminder of my visit long after it's ended. Food: plenty of variety available in the buffet restaurant (De' North Sail), and the restaurant staff are extremely efficient and professional. I'm yet to try the several other dining options, but one thing is for sure, you won't go hungry or thirsty here. Excursions: many options are available, and regular WhatsApp messages are a great method of communication between the resort and guests. I've already done a snorkeling excursion, getting just centimetres away from many turtles, and am considering a half-day excursion to swim with manta rays. Overall, there's no feeling of 'sales pressure' from the resort, but they provide countless options, should you wish to participate. Must do: I could suggest five things already - and I've only been here 24 hours - but a sunset drink on the jetty by the Sea Edge bar is a must. If there's a more-idyllic location in the world for a sundowner, I'm