"My stay here was nothing short of amazing. The accommodations, staff and amenities were outstanding. I will definitely stay here again and refer it to others."
Dhawa Ihuru, part of Banyan Group – All inclusive with Free Transfer
10/10 Excellent
"This was our fifth trip to the Maldives, and Dhawa Ihuru was one of our best stays. The island is very small, which is both a plus and a minus: everything is only a few minutes away, but the overall sense of space is limited. The villas are built quite close together, although vegetation and small fences help preserve privacy well.
The house reef is outstanding: colorful, extensive, full of fish, with excellent visibility. In calm conditions the whole island can be snorkeled around without leaving the water. There are five marked entry points, though during high tide we could enter almost anywhere. Currents were stronger in August, so fins were definitely useful. We were also told not to enter the water after 6 pm, although we received no written information about this, which slightly reduced the feeling of freedom.
The sandy beach is not very wide, and rocks and coral begin quite close to shore, so it is less suitable for playing in shallow water. On the other hand, the bungalow area offered excellent shade, loungers, a swing bed and a large outdoor seating area facing the sea.
Food was consistently good, service was friendly and fast, and restaurant opening hours were generous. The gym is spacious, well equipped and has a beautiful sea view, with a separate panoramic yoga room. Wi-Fi was stable enough for Netflix.
Main negatives were the very soft, worn mattress, cold tiled floor and poor sound insulation. Overall, however, this was one of our favorite Maldives stays."
OBLU NATURE Helengeli - All-Inclusive with Free Transfers
10/10 Excellent
"The rooms was cleaned daily, food was great, I have a few allergies and they could not do enough for me, cooking me specially meals for breakfast, lunch and dinner highly recommend.
This is the place to come if you love snorkelling not if you want to walk out on a sand bar.
All the staff were great"
"lovely place to stay during our honeymoon, clean facilities, lovely staff and very tasty food. it’s just a shame we were charged the full fee for a floating breakfast that we didn’t get to experience due to the weather so had to eat inside our villa, with the same food from the buffet in our all inclusive plan. otherwise, all perfect."
"Dream Vacation Come True: I had been researching traveling to the Maldives for about 3 years. I looked at probably 50 hotels, and finally settled on Oblu Select Lobigili. We were there in July. The weather was mid-eighties and humid. We had the overwater bungalow with a private pool. If you're not sure about the pool - GET IT! We watched sunsets from the pool, and we hung out in the pool when conditions in the ocean didn't allow us to snorkel. We stayed for 1 week, and it was pretty perfect, with a few minor things worth mentioning.
The pros: It was adults only! The overwater bungalow was amazing! Housekeeping kept it clean - they came in the daytime to clean and replenish supplies, and they did a turn-down service at night. The food was outstanding! So many choices for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Our host, Ruchika, was so kind and helpful. We used WhatsApp to keep in touch, which made it so easy. We got 1 free dinner at the underwater restaurant, which was so fun. We got 1 free snorkeling trip to a nearby reef, which was super fun. We got a free massage as well.
The cons: The ladder leading into the ocean from our bungalow was hard to climb up and down. You had to be in reasonably good shape, and I would have preferred stairs. We booked a star-gazing boat trip, but because they needed a minimum of 6 people to take the trip, and no one else booked it, we didn't get to do it. The floor in the bathroom is super slippery after you take a shower."
Yes, there are holiday rentals close to the most popular sights in Madivaru, or you can select a more secluded option if you're looking for a relaxing stay.
What can I see and do in Madivaru?
While you're exploring the area, Angsana Beach and Vabbininfaru Beach are a couple of picturesque spots to get outside and enjoy nature. In the wider area, you’ll find Baros Marine Center and Madivaru Beyru Dive Site.
What are holiday rentals like in Madivaru?
Holiday rentals are privately owned properties you can book for a few days, or a quick weekend, in Madivaru. Holiday rentals offer amenities such as WiFi and washers and dryers so your stay will be comfortable. If you're concerned about a clean environment, a holiday rental can offer a sense of safety away from public hotel lifts and lobbies bustling with people while still allowing you a great travel experience. You'll also find more space in a holiday rental than in a hotel, which is another reason why a holiday rental is a great option for family trips or small group gatherings.
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