Dhonfulhafi Beach View & SPA
50 reviews
October 19
We rested in this place in late September and early October. A very atmospheric place: cozy, calm. The guest house is located on the first line. The staff is friendly. From the first days of correspondence, Alexander was always in touch, helped with any question, request. A responsible person. We really enjoyed the rest. Beautiful beach, rich underwater world. We took snorkeling masks with us. The hotel also has one, but it's better to take your own) In the evenings we went to the pier, watched stingrays, nurse sharks. And what a starry sky there is! I really liked their Joali – traditional Maldivian wicker seats, hammocks and swings. They are literally at every step of the island. You sit in a joaly, swing and watch the stars. The food is without frills, but you definitely won't stay hungry. Eggplant, fish, and chicken were served very tasty. Tea and coffee can be brewed at any time. Every evening, dinner by the ocean, it's just a fairy tale. Dolphunhafi is a place where you want to return again!
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August 4
I had a rest at the end of June, I really liked everything. A very cozy hotel on the ocean. A clean, cozy room with an ocean view. The food is delicious and varied (only a little fruit). Dinner is organized by the ocean. Friendly staff. Alexander is always in touch, very responsible. Wonderful unforgettable impressions of the ocean, the island, the hotel and the inhabitants of the island.
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September 22
I rested alone from 05.09 to 15.09 in this guest house.
I was well received. They immediately checked into the cleanest room. There is a bouquet of fresh flowers on the bed. There are no insects or animals in the room. It's cool and cozy. The water is hot without interruption. You can smoke in the lobby (bring cigarettes with you) There is coffee, tea, and sugar in the dining room around the clock. The Internet catches well. Don't expect any frills in the diet, but they won't leave you hungry either.
Very tasty bread and tuna.
The staff is trying to please. They speak English. Dinner is served by the ocean. Romance. It's quiet and cozy. Even for family reasons.
And now about the beautiful. The bikini beach is 2 minutes away. I walked along the shore, enjoying the sand and surf. I was almost alone on the beach (high). The ocean is warm and transparent. The beach is clean, white sand (quartz) From 6.00 to 18.00 daylight hours.
The sun is scorching, you burn up in one fell swoop without protection. I liked everything, the rest was a success.
AND IF YOU ARE LOOKING FOR PARADISE, THEN HERE YOU ARE!
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October 19
A very cozy hotel. Delicious romantic dinners by the ocean. The cleanest rooms are 30 meters from the water's edge. The staff is very attentive.
Nice beach with comfortable sun beds. A good reef: dolphins, sharks, rays and a lot of different fish.
We will definitely come back again. Thank you so much to all the staff for our wonderful vacation.
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October 21
Good day to all of you. Alexander meets at the airport and the whole vacation is nearby and responds to every request and helps, there are simply zero questions, he will always help and tell you if something is needed. The ocean itself is clean, beautiful, warm, if not for the sun, you can swim all day) there is a reef, not far from the shore, where many different animals swim, you can admire them, in the hotel itself there are even common masks and vests for this. The rooms are clean, cozy and have everything you need to relax. As for the food, it is without frills here, but everything is edible, everything can be eaten and you will not stay hungry, drinks are also available. And the rest itself turns out to be so calm and measured that there is enough of everything, there was not even a day for us to stay hungry. If you are traveling with a small child, it is better, of course, to take as much food as possible for the child with you, you never know if he will eat anything. The staff is friendly and courteous, the hotel is located on the first line and has a direct view of the ocean, 50m away. literally. I recommend visiting this hotel, I liked everything and we were satisfied)
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November 27
We were at the Dhonfulhafi Beach View & Spa hotel together with my husband from 10.11 to 20.11 . Previously, we rested several times in resorts.. We decided to live on a local island and chose this hotel. We really liked it! The hotel! The island! The ocean! The hotel has an absolutely homely atmosphere. This feeling was created thanks to the work of the hotel team with the manager Alexander. Special thanks to him!The humble young man decided everything quickly and clearly . We lived in a family room. It is very cozy and large. The food was simple, but satisfying. In our opinion, there was more than enough food. Everything is fresh!for dinner, the tables were set right on the ocean. There is a reef, fish, dolphins, turtles. The beach is 3 minutes from the hotel. Sometimes on the beach it felt like there were only two of us on the island..We flew here just to relax , get some sleep ! It worked out! Impressed by the hotel and the island , we decided to send our children and grandson here. We immediately booked with Alexander and, upon arrival home, bought them tickets to this hotel for the spring.
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October 7
Greetings to fans of holidays in the Maldives! I am sharing my impressions of visiting the new island of Maalhos, Dhonfulhafi Beach View & Spa Hotel. The journey was long (Gulf Air flight with an 8-hour connection in Bahrain) and 2 hours by boat across the ocean. But as soon as you arrive at the place, plunge into the warm water and the warm atmosphere of the hotel, all fatigue goes away as if nothing had happened! The hotel is small (14 rooms) located on the first coastline, overlooking the ocean. You can admire it even from the comfort of your room or from the lounge area.From the first minutes of check-in, we are surrounded by care and attention. The rooms in the hotel are decent, clean, cozy, the decor is beautifully chosen. Internet and water supply are at a good level, the shower room is equipped with cosmetics (shampoo, gel, soap, hair dryer).There is no refrigerator in the rooms, but if something needs to be stored in the cold, you can go to the kitchen. On the 1st floor there is always plenty of hot water, tea, coffee (instant). Thanks to Alexander, he fully oversees the trip and vacation, is always in touch, will tell you everything, show everything and organize. The hotel staff is friendly and helpful. We had 3 meals a day, which is very convenient and quite satisfying. In good weather, dinners are held on the beach in a romantic setting. The cook tries to diversify the menu (salads, different types of pastas, grilled vegetables, fish of different types, chicken fillet, for dinner it is mandatory + soup, fruits, etc.) There is enough food, but if someone wants dessert, the store will help you. Near the hotel there is the nearest and several shops in the port area. They are closed during prayer. I want to note that the Maldives is not about excellent food, it's about a gorgeous ocean! By the way, not far from the island is the bay of Kanifaru Bay, where manta rays sail in the season (May- September).The hotel organizes sightseeing trips there. As usual, each local island has two sides - one is kupable (beach) and the other is not. The hotel has its own sun beds on the beach. Next to the beach there is a coral "garden" where snorkeling enthusiasts are waiting for underwater inhabitants (starfish, various mollusks, large culcite starfish, if you're lucky you can see mustachioed lobsters under the corals, a large moray eel hides, hedgehogs are selected in the evening, etc.) Well, at the border of shallow water with depth, large flocks of various species tend to meet us the fish are striking in their unique beauty! And you can often watch dolphins from the shore. The uncooperable side is good for evening walks before sunset. It also has its own life - young moray eels hunt for crabs, sea cucumbers grow up, various types of crabs go on business, some on the water and some in a palm grove, funny flying chanterelles fly around their territories in the evening, herons go on an evening hunt. The island can be walked around in an hour, it is small and very compact. The locals are friendly. The main thing is not to violate their principles and traditions. It is by visiting the local islands that you can feel all the local flavor and enjoy the pristine nature of the Maldives.
I would like to mention the decent management - Hanif and Alexander ensure the efficient operation of the hotel. The place is cozy, calm, somehow homely and warm. There are good pleasant impressions that have a chance to visit again. The Maldives beckon again and again!
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December 1
We had a rest in this guesthouse with a company of 7 people from November 19 to 25, 2024. Many thanks to Alexander, Hanif and the service staff for the warm welcome! We felt at home. The rooms are clean, comfortable and cozy, there is everything you need, the beach with a stunning reef and underwater world is very close. In the evenings, we had romantic dinners with pleasant music by the ocean. It was an unforgettable vacation in a warm and friendly atmosphere. I recommend this guesthouse to everyone, Alexander is always in touch, he will always tell you, help, explain, walk with you and help you book tickets, for which I thank him very much again!)))
And also, if you want to get tower emotions, be sure to go on an excursion with manta rays, we all had a wild delight, this is an unforgettable adventure!
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January 30
We are thrilled!
Alexander - thank you very much for a chic and affordable vacation! He helped us throughout the rest) the hotel is cozy, right on the shore , the food is varied and delicious! The staff is very friendly and positive)) everything worked in the room, the beach is gorgeous , the reef with an infinite number of fish) several types of excursions - to turtles, dolphins , sand spit , fishing , etc.) I also can't help but note - the local way of life of the inhabitants , it delivers its atmosphere!
A good jungle - where you can walk in the morning I recommend it from the bottom of my heart 🙋♀️🥰
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November 12
We went from 10/28/2024 to 11/25/2024, the rest is super. The staff is friendly and smiling. Alexander is very cool and responsive, he told me everything, showed me. The scenery is simply mesmerizing!!! I recommend it for everything!
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November 4
A wonderful hotel! Cool island! Beautiful Reef! I recommend it! I will definitely go back there! We had a rest in October 2024! The Maldives turned out to be much closer than I thought! Many thanks to Alexander!! You can write a lot about this island - it's better to see it once!!
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May 17
If you want privacy and silence, this place is perfect for you. I really liked the atmosphere of the tropical village. Warm sea, beautiful reef, few people, many beautiful fish, friendly staff. One of the things that was really missing was fruit. There are very few of them on the island. And it's a pity that not all rooms have windows that can be completely unscrewed, as they overlook the hotel lobby. When booking, you can ask in advance for rooms with windows overlooking the ocean. According to the food - although without much variety - chicken, fish, salad, pasta, rice, potatoes, etc. - you definitely won't stay hungry.
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March 13
We have just returned from the Maldives, vacationing in a guest house on the ocean! This is the most unforgettable vacation!!! Emotions are overwhelmed by beauty!! The guest house is very cozy, homely, friendly staff, everything worked in the room. The food is delicious. Alexander is always there, helped in all matters! A beautiful beach with snow-white sand, hanging palm trees of unreal beauty, 2 minutes walk to the beach, a very rich reef! Stingrays, moray eels, sharks, thousands of fish! A wide range of excursions- we swam with turtles, enjoyed flocks of dolphins!
The island itself is quite small, the locals are always friendly, there is a small piece of jungle, we walked there with pleasure)
We will definitely come back here again!! Thank you very much!!
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July 31
The guest house where I spent a week of rest has exceeded all expectations!
Starting from arranging a meeting at the airport, laying out a comfortable way to the island and back. The whole organization is at the highest level, thought out, comfortable, as accessible and understandable as possible.
The meeting on the island, the respectful attitude, the hospitality of the staff, and especially the location right on the shore with a beautiful view added an indescribable desire to return here not alone, but even in a family company ...
The food is excellent, the rooms are at a high level of comfort and cleanliness.
Nearby, there is a wonderful dive center.
Let's go back!!!
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September 9
I want to thank Alexander, I liked everything very much, excellent discussion, answered all possible questions, helped from the moment of booking tickets to the moment of arrival at the airport in the opposite direction, Alexander himself booked us an intermediate hotel for the night (because the arrival was late for transfer to the hotel) threw off tickets for a domestic flight between the islands, everything in detail I explained and was always in touch, met at the airport with tour stories and showed the territory, according to the photo the guest house looks simpler, everything is just fine in person, very clean, there was not a single animal in the room on the 2nd floor, the room was without a window to the street, but this does not interfere in any way, excellent air conditioning, room clean not old) as it seemed to us, the only drawback is there is no refrigerator, at times I wanted to cool the drinks, but this is the only little thing. At the time of our arrival on September 1, we and 2 other people were among the guests, a day later they left, others stopped by, in total, 6-7 people rested with us, generally fine)) We don't like people :) the staff is very friendly, they do not speak Russian, but you can always write to Alexander, any issue was resolved instantly, I also wanted to buy Bondi Maldivian dessert, they are not sold on the island, but they were kindly bought and handed over to me through a hotel employee, very nice) as the only minus, I can mention the food if you do not eat fish, because it is there in sandwiches, salads in soups, chicken and fish were alternated for lunch and dinner, but there is a restaurant from this guest house, the prices are small, about the same as in an average cafe
Of course, this was not a problem for us, we went to a nearby restaurant once and ordered seafood, which was very disappointed, it was tasteless, but we were very surprised by their cocktails, one of the most delicious mojitos in my life) The beach is good, large wooden sun beds, you can take an umbrella separately, the hotel also has masks, fins, you can take kayaks for free and sap (1h - $ 10) in 2 minutes there is a grocery store, the choice is small, but there are all kinds of cupcakes, cookies and drinks, the prices are small) dollars are quietly changing in Ruth, but they can give change in dollars) in general, we really liked everything, we would love to recommend this guest house ❤️ I also want to note that we paid upon arrival, we did not ask anything in advance, even for tickets for a domestic flight, between the islands)
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March 13
Great hotel, perfect location, wonderful island! We had a rest with my husband from 02/21/24 to 03.03.24. Many thanks to Alexander, Hanif and Danielle for a great vacation. All issues were resolved very quickly, Alexander was always in touch, and the domestic flight was very conveniently organized. The island itself is very cozy, jungle, flying foxes, a beautiful beach and a gorgeous reef! The tourists who were brought to our island from the Resorts were just jealous of us! Once again, many thanks to the whole team.
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September 19
So: We went with my wife and son, unexpectedly the best impression was left not only by the fact that we were in the Maldives, but also by the fact that we were received in the best possible way.There is always a prompt solution to any issue, good recommendations and the absence of unnecessary things.The brain turns off, they took the computer to work, but did not turn it on;) the staff always helps in the best way and always smiles and treats you with great respect.The coast is good, although the entry into the water is slightly coral, but after passing 15 meters of sand, the reef is a separate topic;) We managed to see a manta ray (even a manta ray) turtle and all kinds of colorful fish.Fortunately, there were few people, there was also no alcohol, everything was calm, at full chill.I will be very happy to recommend it, especially since everyone around is very friendly, despite my broken English, I always managed to agree on everything.There are no snakes and other nasty things;) stable 28-30 degrees are provided:) Come here for a relaxing holiday and moral health!
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March 18
A great hotel, very cozy, right by the sea. Only a positive impression of your stay. The manager, co-owner of the hotel Alexander is the most correct and decent person. From the moment of landing in Male, to the moment of departure, I am always in touch, I will always help. Masks, fins, vests are free of charge from the hotel. The food is not bad by Maldivian standards. Dinners are served right on the beach. There is a cozy lounge area on the second floor of the hotel. It is possible to book various additional tours: diving, turtles, manta rays, etc. We had a rest at the end of January. We are 10 out of 10 satisfied with our vacation at this hotel!
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November 7
We had a rest in early October.
To say that the vacation was a success, it was too banal ...
Everything was decided within 2 days.
And that's how lucky we got to this hotel.
The vacation took place at 100, thanks to the people involved in organizing our vacation (husband at 200).
And the first one to whom a huge bow, Alexander . For the attention he pays to the guests, from the moment of booking confirmation to the moment of departure to his homeland.
At any moment, he consulted on the phone, was in touch. At the meeting, he told me everything, showed me, and took me around the island.
Such kindness and attention are worth a lot.
The staff is attentive and friendly. The service is unobtrusive.
The hotel is clean and pleasant,
Replacement of towels...at any moment . As well as room cleaning.
Food: modest but tasteful, satisfying, appetizing. Dinner by the ocean (very romantic).
Clean area, beach with its own excellent beaches.
The island can be bypassed, which we did. Beautiful views and areas of the location of milking photo shoots...
Slides, sharks, fish species.
You can write a lot....If you go...You won't regret it.
Enjoy your stay.
And thanks again to Alexander.
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August 6
A great place, I advise everyone! Quiet, calm, like grandma's in the village! Don't expect luxury, but it's not needed there. The food is excellent, you will not stay hungry! Special thanks to Alexander for full support, responsiveness and round-the-clock communication. He described everything in detail, explained everything what and how.
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August 13
We just returned from a vacation with completely different people! I've been planning this trip for a very long time and doubted it until the last, but I couldn't imagine how much of a paradise this place is! I already want to go back. Many thanks to Alexander, Daniela, Hanif and the Whole Team of Dhonfulhafi Beach View & Spa! Just incredible! The kindest attentive and very caring! Also, the locals are very friendly and try to prompt and help if possible. The hotel and the room have everything you need, you don't have to bring anything with you) the hotel and the beach are very clean. The food is excellent, delicious, something new every day! The hotel is located close to the Hanifaru Nature Reserve (manta rays, whale sharks) and therefore there are also not enough words to describe the home reef! We only got out of the water to eat) we saw everyone! The number and variety of fish is amazing! Dolphins, moray eels, turtles, sharks, octopuses, all kinds of stingrays! We swam with manta rays and saw a whale shark! There is also an excellent diving center near the hotel, my brother dived 12 times, it was not enough for more days..) I am already planning my next trip to the Maldives and only to Dhonfulhafi Beach View & Spa! Sincerely, Margarita.
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November 30
There is nothing to compare the returns on the islands. It's a beautiful place. Organization of excursions with knowledge of the subtleties of the local population. Special thanks to Alexander for hosting the guests. There is a diving club on the island (they don't speak Russian)
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November 28
I was vacationing on the islands of Maalhos, Dhonfulhafi Beach View & Spa Hotel, at the end of November 2024. Reboot to 100%. This is what I needed after the hard working days and the heavy autumn sky. Cozy hotel, 1st line of the beach, friendly and smiling staff. Alexander, thank you very much for your responsiveness! And a special highlight is the home reef with all the marine life. My vacation came 80% in water. Take a mask and fins with you;)
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July 9, 2023
We rested for 12 nights from 06/18/2013 to 30.06.23. Fabulous island. A wonderful hotel on the ocean. A warm welcome. Punctuality of the hotel staff at the meeting and check-out. A homely atmosphere. The hotel staff is very attentive and friendly. The locals of Maalos Island are always friendly and smiling. Everything worked fine in the room: WI-FI, air conditioning, fan. White sandy beach, jungle, flying dogs, dolphins, stingrays, a very beautiful reef with a huge variety of fish, crabs, fishing by boat, an unforgettable excursion to the UNESCO manta Ray reserve. We celebrated our wedding anniversary at the hotel, were pleasantly surprised by the gift from the hotel in the form of a cake and the romantic holiday atmosphere created. The farewell dinner was also very emotional: to the sound of the ocean waves by candlelight. We sincerely thank Alexander and Hanif for spending their vacation time on this paradise island in your hotel. May God grant you all the best, success and prosperity!
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September 9, 2023
Great vacation, good reef, fishing, manta rays. There is an uninhabited island nearby, kayaks were taken (for free), 10-15 minutes and a heavenly place. The reef is better than the hotel. Turtles, stingrays, reef sharks, just a fairy tale. We swam to the reserve, saw a whale shark there. The most unforgettable vacation. The hotel is clean, everything works, the sea is 30 meters away. Dinner on the beach every day. Alexander helped book the flight and was always in touch. I recommend it to everyone.
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May 16
A great place to relax, everything is a plus: attitude to guests, service, food, location, the beach is not big, but with a beautiful reef, I really liked it, if possible, visit again. Alexander, THANK YOU very much!!!
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March 25
If you are tired of the hustle and noise, if you need a reboot, and if for you a reboot is the beauty of the ocean and its inhabitants, the beauty of sunrises and sunsets, coconut palms leaning towards the ocean, then you are here!
If you need a buffet on vacation (ala Egypt and Turkey), if you can't relax without alcohol and alcoholic beverages, if you need a luxury service to entertain and please you, then you are not here. You are going to a resort, with all the "benefits" of civilization, so as not to spoil the rest with your disappointment and grumbling to people who knew where and what they came for.
This is for those who love the ocean, snorkeling, diving, relaxation, calm and measured rest. I will not list in detail all the advantages that have already been listed before me. A wonderful guesthouse, right on the ocean, with all the services necessary for a comfortable stay. Clean, delicious, healthy food, interspersed with local dishes and recipes. Dinners by the ocean, under the sound of the surf. Polite, smiling staff, always ready to help. On the second floor there is an open roof terrace where you can hide from the hot daytime sun, with stunning views through the crowns of palm trees to the ocean and an uninhabited island with a snow-white sandy beach. The island is surrounded by an awesome homemade reef. A variety of fish, rays, turtles, moray eels, sharks. Since the reef is within walking distance from the beach, the tide throws out pieces of dead coral, shells, fragments of shells, therefore it is better in corals.
There are 3 or 4 guest houses on the island, with a small number of rooms, there are not many vacationers. And this is a big plus.
Special thanks to Alexander. In two words, "my dear father"! From the very first request (a month before arrival, when the hotel was booked) and even upon arrival back at Moscow time, I am always in touch, ready to answer any question, give out as much information as possible. 24/7 support. The accommodation was booked directly on the hotel's website. Tickets were taken for a direct flight from Moscow Time on the Aeroflot website (9 o'clock in the summer). Thank you Dhonfulhafi Beach Hotel for an unforgettable stay!!
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April 28
We are thrilled!! We travel a lot with my wife. We constantly looked through the Maldives for 6 years-but then the prices bit, then the time did not match. By chance, in January 2024, we came across this hotel and the contacts of the hotel manager Alexander. I decided to write to him on Whatsapp. After 10 minutes, I received a reply in Whatsapp. It turned out that you can book a hotel from Alexander directly without a tour operator and for a third cheaper. We took tickets from Moscow to Male with a transfer to Abu Dhabi.We flew back and forth by Etihats. It is very convenient and cheaper than direct flights - you don't get so tired of the flight - transfer to Abu Dhabi is only 3 hours. Three days before the trip, Alexander threw off all the information - he organized everything perfectly - they flew from Male to the island to him with local airlines (Domestic Airport).So Alexander sent us tickets for a local plane between the Male- Dorovaggio Islands (30 minutes flight) A 75-seat aircraft with two turboprop engines (takeoff and landing from a conventional airfield). Alexander also sent an Immuga (traveler's declaration - it was asked only when flying to Sheremetyevo), as well as a voucher for accommodation with an agreed price for the tour. Alexander answered all questions in Whatsapp immediately and in detail! When booking, we agreed to pay on the spot - to be honest, I was afraid of scammers- in fact, everything was organized and passed at the highest level - many thanks to Alexander!!
We stayed 10 nights from March 11 to 22, 2024 . Alexander met us personally at the local airport on the island of Dorovanjo and took 7 minutes across the ocean and we were on the spot on the island of Maolog Boa Atoll, 115 km from Male.
The room on the second floor has two beds - very good and firm mattresses and comfortable pillows, 4 towels. Nice new rooms. However, the Wi-Fi on the second floor is weak - it would be necessary to install a second router on the second floor. Tea and coffee at the reception are always freely available. It's quite decent for a 4-star hotel.
The meals were taken by HB - but it was better to take breakfast, lunch and dinner - only $ 15 more expensive per day! The food is standard - you will not be hungry , but there are no frills either - rather, the local island affects and that everything is imported to this island - nothing grows on the island except coconuts!
But the nature of the island, the beach and most importantly the ocean is something else - paradise on Earth! All ten days the sun - air 32 water 28- 30 degrees.We swam for 2 to 3 hours - the main thing is not to burn in the sun - this is what you go to the Maldives for!!! The sand does not heat up in the heat-it is easy and pleasant to walk barefoot!!
The underwater world is amazing - we swam with a mask for hours. We saw a moray eel, a turtle, dolphins, and we didn't go anywhere from the island of Maalog. The island itself is part of a biosphere reserve - untouched nature - the locals are almost invisible, everyone is friendly - smiling!!
The hotel staff always smiles, responds to any request!
The air conditioning in the room is like at home - quiet and perfectly cool and adjustable - we slept with it and slept well !!
Alexander organized everything for 5+++ above all praise! They were supposed to fly back to Male on a regular airplane - but at the last moment they replaced the plane with a seaplane!! It was unforgettable - we arrived at the resort - boarding a seaplane and the flight over the ocean itself was a complete delight!!
The rest was a success!! Who wants to see the Maldives for reasonable money - here it is, a hotel and an island!!
Thank you very much to Alexander! I want to go to the Maldives again!!!
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December 23, 2023
We had a vacation in December 2023 and we think that we were incredibly lucky - our first trip to the Maldives fell through and we eventually chose this place!
A very cozy hotel: it would seem that without any effort they manage to create a warm homely atmosphere. Excellent 24/7 tourist support - all questions will be answered, they will always help, prompt, show.
The place itself is just a fairy tale: there is a coral reef, a UNESCO nature reserve nearby, turtles, stingrays, a few small sharks for species diversity))
Of course, anyone can find some disadvantages for themselves, but everything is covered by the fact that the hotel staff is always ready to meet you halfway, try to help you and provide maximum comfort.
One important point for coffee lovers is that it's sad to have real coffee on the island. In the only restaurant they are ready to brew espresso or Americano for you, something more complicated is beyond their capabilities))
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May 1
I want to thank Alexander and Danielle for a great vacation! Tourists receive support and assistance in any situation – from the very beginning to the end of the trip.
Alexander contacted me in advance and helped me solve all the issues. He helped me get by domestic airlines from Male to Daravanda (the local airport), met me right at the airport and took me to the guesthouse. He showed me the island of Maalos, told me where and what is located. So you definitely won't get lost)
The rooms have air conditioning, excellent wi-fi. The food is delicious – you won't even have to go to the store with full board.
The guesthouse is located on the very shore of the ocean. You can just climb into a hammock or lie down on a chaise longue – whichever is more convenient)
Masks are provided free of charge at the guesthouse, so you can snorkel all day. The reef is beautiful, there are a lot of fish. A flock of dolphins was swimming nearby. In another part of the island, you can see sharks and small rays.
The guesthouse organizes various excursions to neighboring reefs and other islands. I got a lot of positive emotions!
Thanks again for everything!!
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April 14
Good afternoon! We were vacationing at the Dhonfulhafi Beach View & SPA Hotel in the last week of March 2024. We chose a boat as a transfer on the way to the hotel, which we regretted, because we jumped on the waves for 2 hours, we did not like it), it is better to get from Male airport to Maalhos Island by domestic flight. On the way back, we did just that. It is definitely better, although a little more expensive.
During our stay on the island, the weather was variable - more often sunny, but sometimes cloudy, there was rain once and a storm once. But this did not affect the quality of the rest in any way. The air temperature during the day remains almost unchanged at 28-30 degrees, the water temperature in the sea is about 26-28 degrees. The temperature is as comfortable as possible for me.
The island itself is small, you can walk around the perimeter in 40 minutes. There are only 2 small hotels on the island, a port, a jungle and a local sector. Therefore, there are few people, there is no crowding on the beach, which is good news.
The hotel is cozy on 2 floors, located directly on the beach. We lived in room 9 on the second floor, the room is not bad, there is air conditioning and fan, shower and toilet in the room. One disadvantage of this room is the lack of a window. In other rooms, in all or not, I do not know, there are Windows. We left the door ajar at night, so everything is OK. The room is cleaned on request. The staff is very friendly. Water is brought every day for 0.5 liters per person and left under the door of the room, for breakfast, lunch and dinner, 0.5 liters in bottles are also provided for each person. At first it seemed to us that it was not enough, we were afraid that we would not have enough water. But no, it turned out to be enough, given that at the reception you can use the boiler around the clock and drink tea or coffee, and orange juice during meals. In extreme cases, if you don't have enough, you can buy water at the store.
The food is quite tasty, close to European cuisine, you determine the portion size yourself. For breakfast, cereals, boiled eggs, toast with jam or chocolate, juice, salad. For lunch and dinner, fish, chicken, vegetables, rice, pasta, soup, dessert. Watermelons were mainly offered from fruits, once papaya. We had dinner on the ocean shore to the sounds of pleasant music, very atmospheric!
Palm trees, coconut and banana trees, and other exotic vegetation grow everywhere on the island. Among the living creatures there are flying dogs; unusual lizards that look like small dragons; a huge number of crabs and crayfish, mostly small, each in its own special shell - in the evenings they crawl out of the sea to the shore, eat orange flowers that have fallen from a tree. Flying dogs also feed on such flowers, as well as fruits. Fortunately, there are no unpleasant insects - mosquitoes, flies. If you're just going to the jungle, take mosquito repellent. We didn't have it with us, Alexander kindly provided it to us. After the rain, there were mosquitoes in the trees on the beach too. But not like this.
There is white sand on the beach, there are sun loungers and umbrellas, you can lie in the shade of trees. The sun is very active, be sure to bring sunscreens with a protection factor of 50+, at least. We were constantly on the beach in white muslin tunics, we swam in them too, because you burn even faster in the water. It is better, of course, to stay on the beach until 10.00 in the morning and after 17.00 in the evening. But you can't swim in the sea at night, probably because marine predators go hunting. The water in the sea is clear and warm. It is good to have special aquashouse shoes with you, or, as they are more simply called, corals. A few meters from the entrance to the water, a picturesque coral reef begins with an abundance of colorful tropical fish, there are also stingrays, sharks, turtles, rock fish, tridacnae. Therefore, the best pastime here is snorkeling. Masks, tubes and fins are available at the hotel, free of charge, but if you have your own, it is better to bring them with you so that they are guaranteed to fit. Once we went on a paid excursion to the Big Reef, $50 per person. The probability of meeting a sea turtle and a shark there is much higher than on the native reef of the island of Maalhos, although our reef is also very beautiful. It's good if you have an underwater camera with you, we brought home excellent footage.
Among the entertainment options, there are also single and double kayaks, which are provided to hotel guests free of charge. There was a temptation to swim to the neighboring island, it is uninhabited, but we did not take the risk, because the two-seater boat was leaking a little, so we swam along the coast, which is also interesting.
In general, I really liked the rest., we brought a bunch of photos and vivid impressions with us! We would like to express our great gratitude to the manager Alexander, who accompanied us from the moment when we just had the idea to go to the Maldives, was in touch on Whatsapp almost around the clock, helped solve various issues, if they arose, on the spot, and until the moment of farewell at the local airport. For guests whose English proficiency is sufficient only for the simplest situations, a Russian-speaking manager is a big bonus! Many thanks to Alexander, the hostess of the hotel Daniella and all the staff for the hospitality and a pleasant stay! Sincerely, Ulyana and Andrey
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March 12
We visited the hotel at the end of February for 8 nights on the Biblio Globus tour.
Transfer
Since we had a tour package, we flew from Male to the island by domestic airlines for about 30 minutes. Then it takes about 10 minutes by boat.
Tourists who came as "savages" from Male got there by boat. Travel time is 2 hours. Everyone was exhausted from this trip, someone got seasick, etc.
Consider this point.
Rooms
The rooms are modest, small and "tired" (due to the high humidity, wood and metal quickly lose their external attractiveness). Drinking water is provided every day. It was enough. For cleaning, you need to hand over the keys at the reception.
Beach towels are provided. It can be changed every day.
Food
We took full board: a buffet, but not in the usual sense of the word. There is no choice (just one salad, one hot dish, tortillas and fruits).
But you won't stay hungry. The food was delicious.
Sometimes dinner was served outside.
There is a thermopot on the solution. There is always tea, instant coffee and sugar.
We took coffee in drip bags (we don't drink instant coffee).
Staff
Always friendly and smiling, ready to help.
The manager, Alexander, met us and told us everything.
Beach
The beach is wide, there are sun beds, we hid from the sun in the shade of trees.
We took special shoes. There are not many corals, but the first day without shoes showed that it is still more comfortable in it.
Excursions
We took only one: a picnic. 65 dollars/person.
They are taken away by boat to an uninhabited island. They catch fish there and then cook on the grill.
There are several sun beds and umbrellas on the island. There is a place to hide.
Money
We read on the Internet that dollars are accepted everywhere, so they did not change to the local currency, but in vain.
On the island, in a store or in a cafe, you will be given change in local currency (you just have to guess at what rate they count)
We also issued a Gazprombank Union Pay card for payment before the trip.
Keep in mind that when paying with a card, the locals add 3% to the bill.
I put 5*
Although there are a lot of things to find fault with, BUT for such a price it is an adequate estimate!
And for those who want snow-white starched sheets, a wide selection on the buffet is welcome at expensive resorts!
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August 24
Excellent hotel😍 Warm welcome,caring staff. The ocean and the beach are gorgeous,an awesome home reef
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August 17
First of all, I would like to thank Alexander for his attitude towards us and for accompanying and helping us along the entire journey: from booking a hotel to departure home. We got from the airport by a comfortable boat, and Alexander met us at the port. We flew back by domestic airlines and, again, Alexander accompanied us almost to the airport.
The hotel is located on the ocean with beautiful beaches. There is a separate bikini beach. Our hotel room was comfortable with everything we needed. In this hotel you feel like visiting friends. It is very quiet and cozy. There is no chic (who likes it, you should go to the resort, most likely). The food was good, we were full and we were delicious. Well, maybe the breakfasts are sometimes not very satisfying, but this is an individual perception.
The ocean is beautiful: clean, warm, there are enough animals in the water (especially if you look for it). We saw several sharks, a lot of colorful fish. We went separately to the reserve to look at the manta rays, we were lucky and we also saw a whale shark in the distance.
The sand on the beach is snow-white, the entrance to the ocean is excellent, but we still preferred to swim in swimming shoes, because sometimes pebbles and corals sailed.
There are shops on the island itself, several cafes (we did not go there, there is nothing to say).
To sum up, I would love to return to this paradise. My husband and I are delighted, thank you! We found everything we were looking for on this vacation.
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August 10, 2023
The guest house is located on the shore of the Indian Ocean. It is on the shore.20 meters to the water. Good entry into the water. Sand. There is a reef about 15 meters from the shore. Lots of all kinds of fish. Tuna and turtles are coming.Moray eels are sitting under the rocks. There is a well-equipped relaxation area on the second floor of the guest house.so there is no need to hide from the sun on uncomfortable sun beds. The house has just been built, so everything is new and laminate and bed and pipes, etc. The owner is Alexander. So there are no problems with the language. Everything is great
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December 1
Great vacation. Thanks to Alexander for the attention and care of the vacationers. If you want to get into a cartoon about Nemo, go to this hotel
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October 1
This is a heavenly place!🥰
At the end of my vacation, I already felt at home.
There is simply nothing to complain about - the staff is very sincere and friendly, they have become like family. The food is delicious and cheap. There is no feeling that the same taste of food is as close as possible to home taste. The ocean is right in front of your nose. Silence, peace, cleanliness and comfort. I miss you very much and I want to come back...
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December 19, 2023
We rested for 12 days and 11 nights with a group of 11 people. We previously contacted Alexander, he helped in various situations, answered all our questions, which is why we ended up at this hotel. And they didn't regret it at all.
A fabulous island, the ocean is just around the corner - everything is so beautiful!!!! My brain and body immediately shut down, and I really rested - both body and soul!!!!
The hotel has 3 meals a day, everything is very decent and delicious. The room is clean, snow-white bed linen and towels. The room is cleaned daily! There is always drinking water in the room.
Our beach is a 5-minute walk away. Snow-white sand, clear azure ocean water, fish, crabs. Excursions to the turtle reef and the sandbar left a lot of impressions))
You can go kayaking to the neighboring uninhabited island, for free. In other hotels, this service is paid, as well as dinner by the ocean. And for us, the nightly meal was a romantic dinner, with the sound of ocean waves, a warm breeze and completely free!!!
Local residents live on the island, we had the opportunity to see their way of life, we were invited to a holiday. Very smiling and friendly people. There are shops for both food and manufactured goods, but they are usually very small)
For a fee, we rested during the day on another island, yes, it is more presentable there, but the beach is absolutely disgusting, you can hurt your feet. Lunch on that island was such that we barely got up from the table, just "rolled out" from the island. Therefore, our hotel is much better - you don't need to eat so much on vacation!!! And you can only dream of a beach like our hotel!!!!
There is a transfer boat from the capital Male, or an airplane (domestic flight), the price of the issue and the time. The boat is cheaper, but from Male to our island it takes 2 hours on the waves, 30 minutes by plane, and it will be more expensive. Alexander took care of everything, listens to everything and changes something towards convenience and comfort.
Of course, there are a lot of impressions!!!! I believe that everyone should visit the Maldives, it is here that you can relax, reboot)))
Many thanks to Alexander, the chef and the team, the hotel staff, I am very grateful for the attentive attitude to the vacationers. I want to come back again👍❤️❤️❤
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April 6
We liked everything! Alexander organized everything, we were not worried about anything. The staff of the guest house are very nice people. We had a great rest, we will definitely come back again.
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December 26, 2023
Just returned from a trip with a friend, December 2023.We stayed with Alexander, there is no other way to say it, as if we had come to visit relatives, Alexander addresses all the guests by their first names! Everything turned out great with tansfer, Alexander organized everything, although we expected problems. The island is beautiful, the guest house is beautiful, new, cozy, excellent Wi-Fi. Everything you need:new furniture, linen, etc.On the veranda there are cool, upholstered armchairs with pillows, coffee and a book to the sound of the ocean- a thrill!! The sea is a few meters from the house, the dinners are all romantic-right on the shore, under the starry sky!!The food is delicious!Thanks to the cook! The sea, the sand, the beach are amazing!! Masks, fins, kayaks - for free! On the very first evening in the night (it gets dark ~ at 6 pm) we walked with Alexander through the jungle, and then to the house along the shore, we saw a moray eel!!! Crabs are visible and invisible.
On an excursion with Alexander, we swam with turtles; every day we walked around the island, the jungle..the local people are smiling, friendly, friendly
We are very happy with the trip, I would love to come again!
Thank you Maldives, thank you Alexander and all the staff! Good luck to you!!
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March 21
Hello👋
We lived in room 14, the view is excellent, everything works, cleaning and linen are on the level, the staff is friendly, Alexander is very attentive, accompanied us all the way, prompted us.
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February 13, 2023
We went with my sister in the fall. As soon as we arrived, we were met at the airport and brought to the hotel, where we were settled at the highest level. Overall, the impressions are very positive. A beautiful and large beach. There is a recreation area, and sun loungers, and canoeing, and what not. Gorgeous ocean views. Everything is great at the hotel too. Delicious food, courteous staff, nice room with everything you need. They speak Russian very fluently there, which was a plus for us. In general, we had a wonderful rest, I hope we will come back.
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April 21
Great place! A great opportunity to immerse yourself in the world of Maldivian Paradise without a disaster for the budget.
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March 18
We have just returned from a vacation and we have a good impression of the hotel. If you want to see the Maldives and not spend a lot of money at the same time, then this hotel is a good option. The island is a village where you can fully immerse yourself in the life of the Maldivians and their way of life) Among the advantages: full support of your trip from Alexander, which is also a huge plus if you have some kind of language barrier and worries about how you will live in a foreign country. Alexander lives at the hotel and meets you at the airport himself (if you fly with Male by plane for 30 minutes, you can also get there by boat, but it's much longer) he shows the island, explains what and where it is, takes you on excursions, for all questions you can also contact him almost 24/7, good rooms, they are certainly not new, but everything is decent enough, clean, everything you need is available, air conditioning, hairdryer, safe, Wi-Fi is stable, cleaning is not every day, only when you ask or leave the keys, the beach is 2 minutes from the hotel, in front of the hotel you can swim only in clothes, because this is not a bikini beach. A beautiful, warm and clean ocean, despite the ebb and flow, you can walk and swim without coral, sand prevails, but here of course for an amateur. A fairly rich reef, almost everyone was seen right on the beach: stingrays, turtles, dolphins, at dusk-sharks swam once. For the particularly impressionable - there are no sharks during the day, they are reef-dwelling, they feed only on fish) you can safely swim and enjoy the blue water and the bright sun. There are few people everywhere, there is no hustle on the beach, but there are not enough sun beds, for each hotel there are their own sun beds, so take them early, it is advisable not to take a sunbed from someone else's hotel, the ocean in the beach area is clean enough, garbage washes up, but in most cases it is natural (sticks, leaves, does not interfere with swimming, there was very little of it during his stay, it depends on the current), in general, it is dirty along the shore. Regarding wildlife: personally, I compare it with Egypt, and there I swam exclusively in the pool, I don't swim with a mask in principle, and here I once saw only a moray eel, swam right under me, it is an amoeba in the daytime, but if you don't touch it by the tail- everything is OK)) a little deeper triggers float when the water is muddy - they may not see you and bite you with fright, the bite looks like a dog, it's not pleasant - it's better to look around and observe safety measures. I didn't see anything else dangerous during the day in the bathing area near the shore, on the shoal, where the water is bright. Near the shore, the water is quite clear and Swam quite calmly, but naturally without losing vigilance) There are shops on the island, though with a very meager assortment, but still fruits and sweets can be bought. But the fruit delivery is apparently on schedule, because the island is far from the capital and of course, when they are brought, everything is quickly sold out. If you forgot something from clothes, you can also buy it, but again the choice is not huge
Of the minuses: the main disadvantage, as mentioned everywhere below, is nutrition. Of course, you won't go hungry for sure, but you shouldn't expect anything supernatural like a variety of Turkish buffets. The menu consists of: fish, chicken, rice, pasta, tortillas, cabbage salad, eggs for breakfast, toast, sometimes sausages and fruits. And that's really All) the taste and edibility of 4 out of 5, in principle, everything is quite edible. On the shore, wild beaches and beaches for locals, there is a lot of washed-up garbage, so it's better to swim in specially designated areas (bikini beach) and look at your feet, many are interested in mosquitoes) they are there, but everything is individual. I was not bitten by anyone at all during my stay, some were bitten often and strongly), there is no swarm of mosquitoes, if you go for a walk in the jungle - yes, there are a lot of them, you can spray at the reception.
In general, the hotel fully corresponds to its price / quality ratio, but before choosing it or not, decide what is more important to you: service and food, parties or nature / ocean, silence / privacy. There are no noisy discos, crowds of tourists, but only you, nature, palm trees and the sound of waves)) well, what you choose is exclusively an individual choice. On my own, I would like to express my gratitude to Alexander, who is very attentive to the guests and does everything to make them comfortable
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October 25
Hospitality and the ocean!) It's magical!
Alexander, you are really good! Without your cordiality and responsiveness, it probably wouldn't be so good.
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December 16
A wonderful Hotel, a wonderful island!
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September 23
Everything is fine!
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November 18
It's fine.
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June 28
Well, it's okay
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January 14, 2023
The hotel that gave you a great vacation!!!
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