Banyan Tree Vabbinfaru 5 stars

TripAdvisor rating 4.8/5 3,698 reviews

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Vabbinfaru, Kaafu, Maldives, 08110 MALE, Maldives

Description

Hotel extras

  • Spa and wellness centre

  • Well-equipped fitness centre

  • Banyan Tree Maldives Marine Lab

  • PADI Gold Palm 5-Star Resort Dive Centre

  • Water sports Centre

Our accommodation(s)

Hotel location

Banyan Tree Vabbinfaru

Vabbinfaru, Kaafu, Maldives
08110 MALE
Maldives

GPS:4.309887, 73.424013

Telephone
Fax +960 676-0061

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On site
  • Swimming pool
  • Shuttle
  • Restaurant
  • Fitness center
  • Wi-Fi
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast
  • Bar
  • Room service

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TripAdvisor Rating  4.8/5  3,698 reviews

Certificate of excellence 2025

Pure Paradise

TripAdvisor rating 5.0/5

Victoria W TripAdvisor review

The Banyan Tree is an exceptional place to escape from it all. From the moment you are welcomed off the boat. take off your shoes and step onto the beautiful, white sand you feel yourself relax. The hotel is beautifully designed and everywhere is spotlessly clean. There is a wonderful choice of food and drink to enjoy whilst taking in the view. What makes this hotel so special is the staff. Everyone is friendly and polite and we felt they went above and beyond to give us the best holiday. We have to give special mention to the staff at the diving school who were so patient with me learning to snorkel and Fipit and Ziyan in the restaurant for looking after us so well. Thank you must also go to Afraah who made sure we were given the full Vibbanfaru experience. This tiny island is a very special place.

Dear Victoria, Thank you very much for sharing such a beautiful review of your stay at Banyan Tree Vabbinfaru. It was a pleasure to read how your journey into relaxation began the moment you stepped onto the island — that barefoot arrival is truly where the experience starts. We are delighted to know that you enjoyed the design of the resort, the cleanliness, and the variety of food and beverages while taking in the breathtaking views. Most of all, your kind words about our team mean a great deal to us. Creating heartfelt, attentive service is at the core of what we do, and it is wonderful to hear that our colleagues helped make your holiday so special. Thank you for recognizing the diving school team for their patience and encouragement, as well as Fipit and Zihan in the restaurant for taking such great care of you. Your appreciation of Afraah, who ensured you experienced the very best of Vabbinfaru, is also sincerely valued — I will be sure to share your compliments with them all. We are honored that you describe Vabbinfaru as a very special place, and we hope to welcome you back again for another unforgettable escape to our tiny island paradise. Warm regards, Elias Pertoft General Manager Banyan Tree Vabbinfaru

Just Perfect

TripAdvisor rating 5.0/5

Getaway40405628470 TripAdvisor review

I’ve been lucky enough to stay at some of the best hotels in the world, but never have I stayed in one where every single thing is just perfect. From the minute you step onto the jetty after the quick and easy 25 minute speedboat transfer from Male International airport, you enter a world of understated luxury. 12 short minutes to walk around it, the island is one of dreams, white sand & gently lapping turquoise waters. We stayed in a sunset ocean view villa. Perfectly appointed, so comfortable , the beautiful outdoor bathroom leading seamlessly to the rear garden area with pool & hot tub & day bed. The beachside seating no less impressive with comfy seating on the deck, to the shady sala & loungers on the beach with the perfect sea view. Fabulous restaurants, the architecturally impressive Japanese restaurant stretching out over the turquoise sea & the really superb Thai restaurant, both offering delicious lunches & dinners. And a few themed buffets in between. A very generously stocked mini bar in our room & all of this amazing wining & dining included in the AI package. The house reef is a short snorkel away & offers a good variety of fish, plus for a change of scene you can take the 5 minute complimentary boat to the neighbouring island whose reef is right next to the shore. A lovely main bar for pre or post dinner drinks, or chill with a beer or cocktail on the oversea nets on the ‘Japanese’ jetty. The spa is top class. What holds all this excellence together are the amazing staff. Friendly, welcoming, and above all 100% efficient, every single one of them. If you are looking for the original barefoot Maldives, without the bling, but with all the 5 star luxury, look no further, this place is just perfect. See you next year.

Dear Getaway40405628470, Thank you for your incredibly detailed and heartfelt review. We are truly honored to be considered "just perfect" among the best hotels you have experienced worldwide. It is wonderful to know that you enjoyed every aspect of your stay—from the serene island setting and beautifully appointed Sunset Ocean View Villa to our diverse dining options and the top-class spa. We are especially pleased that our team’s friendly and efficient service contributed to your memorable experience. Your kind words inspire us to maintain the highest standards of hospitality while preserving the authentic barefoot luxury that defines Banyan Tree Vabbinfaru. We eagerly look forward to welcoming you back next year for another unforgettable visit. Warm regards, Elias Pertoft General Manager Banyan Tree Vabbinfaru

Fantastic

TripAdvisor rating 5.0/5

Seaside27807585243 TripAdvisor review

Absolutely amazing. Wouldn’t hesitate to return. The villa, the reef, all the staff, the food, cocktails all first class. Special shout out to Okta our host who was so lovely and to dr Sharma from the spa for the best sunrise and sunset yoga and acupuncture and reflexology. He was incredible. I hope to return

Dear Seaside27807585243, Thank you very much for your wonderful feedback. We are delighted to hear that you had an amazing experience at Banyan Tree Vabbinfaru and that every aspect—from the villa and reef to our staff, food, and cocktails—was first class. Your special mention of Okta and Dr. Sharma is truly appreciated; we will be sure to share your kind words with them. It was our pleasure to host you, and we look forward to welcoming you back for another memorable stay. Warm regards, Elias Pertoft General Manager Banyan Tree Vabbinfaru

A Trip to Remember!

TripAdvisor rating 5.0/5

Nauman K TripAdvisor review

Had the most wonderful time at The Banyan Tree, Vabbinfaru! Beautiful island, resort & great service by all the staff. Alex, the marine biologist at the marine centre was the most charming, affable guy who was always ready to give advice on preservation of the coral life and Amman, the marine biologist who took us on the most amazing night snorkel made the experience very special. I’d recommend the resort unhesitatingly to anyone travelling to the Maldives for a vacation. Many thanks to all the staff who made our trip one of the best we’ve ever had & keep up the good work! Nauman Khalid & Anthony Lovett

Dear Nauman & Anthony, Thank you very much for taking the time to share such a wonderful review of your recent stay at Banyan Tree Vabbinfaru. We are truly delighted to know that your visit was a trip to remember and one of the best vacations you’ve ever had. It is especially rewarding to read your kind words about our Marine Centre team. Alex and Aman will be thrilled to know that their passion, knowledge, and dedication to marine conservation made such a meaningful impact on your experience—particularly the night snorkelling, which is indeed a very special way to discover our reef. Your generous recommendation and appreciation of our island, resort, and team mean a great deal to all of us. Feedback like yours is a true motivation for our colleagues to continue delivering heartfelt service and memorable experiences. We sincerely hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you both back to our shores in the future. Warm regards, Elias Pertoft General Manager Banyan Tree Vabbinfaru

THE best Maldives experience ever!

TripAdvisor rating 5.0/5

Paul G TripAdvisor review

Our visit was a happy accident! Originally booked in to Koodoo on the South Atoll, we were relocated to Vabbinfaru on arrival due to a power outage. What a result!! Only a 20 minute speed boat ride from Male, my wife and I loved EVERYTHING about Vabbinfaru. Warm and friendly people, beautiful wide white sand beaches, amazing beachfront rooms and awesome restaurants. Madi Hiyaa - a Japanese restaurant whose food is as delicious as the over water building that houses it is striking - was my personal favourite. Special mention for the staff too who could not do enough to make our stay our best Maldivian experience (having been 3 times previously to other islands). Washed, Afraah and Fitip were particularly lovely. We will definitely return!

Dear Mr. Gravatt, Thank you very much for sharing such a fantastic review. I am delighted that what began as an unexpected relocation from Koodoo turned into your best Maldives experience to date. It is wonderful to know that you and your wife enjoyed our white sand beaches, beachfront villas, and dining experiences—particularly Madi Hiyaa, which I am pleased was a highlight for you. Your kind recognition of our team is truly appreciated. I will be sure to pass on your compliments to Waheed, Afraah, and Fipit, who will be proud to know they helped make your stay so memorable. Thank you once again for your recommendation. We very much hope to welcome you back to Banyan Tree Vabbinfaru in the future—planned or happily accidental. Warm regards, Elias Pertoft General Manager Banyan Tree Vabbinfaru & Dhawa Ihuru, Maldives

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