Banyan Tree Vabbinfaru

A magical experience from the start. Everyone at the resort has been incredible and the photos of the villas do not do them justice, neither do they do justice of the white sandy beaches (which we noticed get tidied up every morning). The spa is a must for every guest as the pampering and the Banyan Special Treatments are out of this world. Activities such as night snorkelling are once in a life time and this is one of the best places to do them. Special thanks go to Rohan and Hossem from reservations and reception, Lynn, Nafiz and Buddy at the restaurant, Okta and Catherine at the spa and Hood at the marine center.

A real paradise! Everything was perfect, from the astonishing beach and waters with an amazing marine life to the villa and the staff. Nice selection of activities, good choice of food and fantastic spa services. Definitely recommend!

Shuja was the best. thanks for the kindness. Paradise island in the middle of the sea. Beautiful snorkeling esperienze in the sister island near by. Spa tratment the best we ever done in our Life.

Beautiful island only a short speed boat ride from Male. The whole premise of the Banyan Tree is that it is an understated luxury which is perfectly in keeping with the small, intimate island on which it sits. The rooms are lovely - thatched roofs, outside (and inside) showers, great views out over the beach, great little pools and hot tubs, multiple places to sit and relax in the sun or shade, hammocks etc.. The island has a back-packer feel - sandy paths winding through the trees, sand on the floor in the restaurant. But the standard of food and amenities is exceptional and the new Japanese restaurant with it's infinity pool looking over the reef is just a brilliant place to enjoy the setting sun. What really made it special for us were the staff - truly outstanding. Helpful, smiley, engaged, attentive - particularly Sai (on the barbeque), Nafiz in the restaurant and Habeeb on the reception. If you want parties and night life or banana boats and bling - this is not the place for you. If you want to feel like you are Robinson Crusoe on a paradise Island with unparalleled service and amenities - then head for the Banyan Tree!

Well maintained hotel on a small island. The design of the Japanese Restaurant, Madi Hiya is the highlight. Very friendly and polite staff throughout the resort. A kind gentleman who worked night shift on Nov 28, 2023 was nice enough to entirely wave our misunderstanding snorkeling trip we took. Sorry I didn’t get his name. The fact that this resort has no water bungalow is a plus for my opinion. I can get an infinite view of an ocean anywhere on the island. There is a plus and minus for being close to Male. Plus side is convenient and safe sea plane transportation cost. The minus side is you can see big ship, civilization and tall buildings of the city. Coral reef is dead but still get plenty of large sea animals. The food and beverage is nice but the price is quite high. Everything is imported, so understandable. Buy mean plan is recommended. Cocktail at the Japanese Restaurant is too fusion, it’s a confusion. Sometimes simple cocktails is good enough when you have a stunning sunset view. Our favorite staffs are: Buddy, Sejal at the Japanese Restaurant, Sai at breakfast and the night reception gentleman whose I didn’t get the name. Overall I love the experience.