Raffles Maldives Meradhoo Resort 5 stars

Setting foot into the Maldivian paradise of Raffles Maldives, Meradhoo felt like stepping into a dream, and it all started with Utta, our cheerful airport butler. Utta whisked us from Hulhule, Velana International Airport to the seaplane terminal, where we were handed a thoughtful travel pack. Picture this: Evian still water, fruity nuts, those addictive Haribo gummy bears, pistachios, and even earplugs—a lifesaver for our seaplane adventure. As if the excitement couldn't get any better, our arrival serenaded by the infectious beats of bodu beru and the tranquil echoes of Sangu, truly immersed us in the island’s authentic vibe. Enter Maryz, our wonderful host, and Adilet, the attentive butler extraordinaire, greeting us with the signature Maldivian Sling—a delightful concoction infused with local spices. Their warm welcome set the stage for what became an extraordinary stay. Our slice of heaven? The Two Bedroom Sunset Overwater Residence with Pool became more than just a villa; it was a canvas painted with Maldivian culture, courtesy of our personal butler and a delightful array of local snacks. Oh, and exploring Gaafu Alifu's untouched reefs? Mesmerizing doesn’t even begin to cover it. But let’s talk about the culinary adventures—seafood feasts to a mind-blowing fusion at Yuzu, every bite a masterpiece. Yet, none could eclipse the magic of watching the sun dip below the horizon from our private pool. These little anecdotes of personalized care and thoughtful gestures right from the get-go made our journey at Raffles Maldives, Meradhoo an unforgettable experience. - Rita

Very relaxing place, vegetation was good enought for your privacy. very friendly staffs… Food was amazing! Huge rooms and bed. Our battler made an amazing arrangement for my wife’s birthday 👌👌👌 💯💯💯

Absolutely world class experience, from the amazingly large villas to the fabulous dining to service that was absolutely impeccable. My wife and I stayed here for five nights and wish we'd had even more time to soak it all in. The views are jaw-droppingly gorgeous, of course, but it's the people that really make Raffles Maldives shine, from our legendary butler Yasir to the Sicilian executive chef (who is an absolute genius) to all of the very many staff members who make sure that everything goes smoothly and always stop whatever they are doing to greet you by name and with a smile. Highly, highly recommended! This was our first time here, but it won't be our last. -Chris

What does Raffles and the Batcave have in common? They both have legendary butlers. Bruce Wayne had Alfred, and we had Yassir, the legendary Butler. My wife and I stayed for 5 nights for our 7th year wedding anniversary. I already had high expectations as I grew up in the Caribbean and Miami - beautiful beaches and resorts were very common growing up. Getting to the punchline: Raffles Maldives Meradhoo exceeded expectations, and by a wide margin. Service started immediately upon landing in Male airport (the resort requires a transfer flight from Male airport). Our original flight from Male was scheduled for 10:10 AM, as we were scheduled to land in Male at 7 AM, creating a 2-3 hr layover for us (after 16+ hours of flying from NY!). We landed in Male 30 minutes earlier than expected… and voila! The resort’s “Travel Butler” greeted us and rushed to get our flight out of Male rescheduled to 7:40 AM, which would get us to the resorts ~3 hours earlier than scheduled. The coordinated effort by the staff to get guests over to the resort (and minimize layover time in Male) was impressive, and we were able to get to the earlier than expected to start our vacation. The experience at the resort was extremely pleasant. I won’t beat the dead horse on the resort’s villas - we stayed in both the beachfront and the water villas, and neither disappointed. The effort by the staff to keep us happy and feel welcome was readily noticeable. Just to name a few that come to mind… - Asuman: Masseuse and morning yoga instructor. His yoga class is highly recommended - great to get the day started with a traditional yoga practice with a view of the ocean. His sessions are 30 mins long and is comprised by meditation and a couple of yoga poses that truly unlocks the mind and gets rid of the negative energy - Yemek: Management trainee who made us feel like at home when hanging out by the pool and Long Bar. - Azeen: Very young but tenured staff member that was friendly and made sure we were well taken care of during our dinners at Yuzu - Yassir: Last but not least! This legendary butler made sure our needs were always met, and surprised us with mini events during our stay. Highly recommended vacation spot.

I enjoyed an unforgettable honeymoon at Raffles. Our butler Yeajin always took care to make sure we were comfortable. Thanks to you, it was a pleasant trip. It was even better that he could speak Korean. I think I want to come on my next trip with my children.