Raffles Maldives Meradhoo Resort

I never write the review at all! However I should write it because of these wonderful people! Not only resort and sea are the best but also people who support us are the best! Beyond the best! Our butler “Koky” is really kind and make us very comfortable here! She was very fast and happy to answer our question and also being nice and perfect! And she can speak many languages so it was really good! Big thanks And “fatho” was perfect Security. He doesnt have to look after us when we snorkling by oursleves near our villa. He knew we can not swim well so he kept following us and watching us to swim comfortable! He gaves us feel safe and confident! And “Rishey, harsheni, nivaaz,manku” these four also more than kind and best! Always smile on us and keep asking us how we feel. Also I really appreciate those people that i can feel that they are loving us! And like us! Happy virus and kindness made me and my wife perfect honeymoon! Big big thanks to those people and raffles!

Changes your mind on what a luxury destination should feel like. The resort was a true hidden jewel in the middle of the Indian Ocean. I will start of with the only flaw that I can think of: the travel time. Taking a seaplane flight from Male to the resort takes longer compared to other resorts of its caliber but it is absolutely worth it. While flying over the Maldivian Archipelago, you can see the slowly shifting difference of the overly developed islands fade into the untouched pristine nature that most of the archipelago was 20-30 years ago. The resort lies on one of these islands. As such, its surrounding waters are near immaculate, with little to no signs of ocean pollution that have become more common in the islands nearer to Male. As for the stay itself, as I’ve previously mentioned, nothing comes quite close to it. The accommodations (I stayed on both: beach and overwater) are spacious and tastefully decorated. Any and all necessities and amenities are already prepared, no need to call the front desk as they’ve fully anticipated all your needs. The beach and the waters near my villa were picturesque perfect, no sign of any pollution that I can remember. The food was one of the highlights of the trip. The breakfast was abundant and had a wide selection allowing me to feast on what I felt eating every morning. Both bars are all located in scenic/instagramable locations. And their Japanese-Peruvian restaurant, Yuzu, serves some of the best sushi I’ve ever had. I’d also like to mention Nattu, who was my butler at my stay. He was very easy and outgoing but was also ready at any given moment. He anticipated all my needs and was always happy to help and serve. His advice on which activities were worthwhile were spot on. I’d also like to mention their resident Marine Biologist Emilia, who guided me through the sea fauna and flora that were located near the resort. Although I am not as well versed as her, I was able to identify several nemos and dorries just a few dozen meters offshore. She was more than happy to guide me through each of their kind, as well as introducing me to some young turtles who call the resort’s island home. I look forward to my next trip in the Maldives, where I’ll definitely be staying the Raffles once again.

My partner and I just returned from a week-long stay at Raffles Meradhoo, and we couldn’t be happier with our experience. This resort truly embodies the beauty and serenity of the Maldives. We booked a water villa, and it was spectacular! The villa was spacious, elegantly decorated by our lovely butler NATTU, and featured a private deck with direct access to the lagoon. Waking up to the sound of waves was a dream come true. The culinary experience was exceptional. We enjoyed meals at various restaurants on the property, each offering a unique atmosphere and diverse menu. The seafood was incredibly fresh, and we even got to fish our own meal one of the nights! There was no shortage of activities. We went snorkeling and were amazed by the vibrant coral reefs and colorful fish. The staff also organized a romantic sunset dinner for us, which was a highlight of our trip. The staff at Raffles went above and beyond to make our stay special. Especially our butler NATTU! He had our entire trip thought out and planned before we even arrived to the resort. He left us personalized messages throughout our stay that were heartwarming and accommodated us throughout the trip. Everyone was friendly, attentive, and genuinely invested in ensuring we had a memorable experience. If you’re looking for a romantic getaway or a serene escape, Raffles Meradhoo is the perfect choice. The combination of stunning scenery, luxurious accommodations, and top-notch service made for an unforgettable vacation. We can’t wait to return!

We stayed for 5 nights at the end of our honeymoon split between beach and overwater villa. All of the staff went out of their way to make us feel so welcome and at home. Service was impeccable, food was delicious and the experiences suggested by our Butler - Yasir - made it a trip we will never forget. To get to Raffles you need to take a 1h domestic flight (or 90min seaplane) which is entirely worth it. You are immediately rewarded by a true paradise island feel - only one “nearby” resort. Compared to the Male Atoll and others closer to the airport (we’ve stayed in a few), at Raffles you really get what you imagine from the Maldives desert island paradise. We knew the rooms would be great, but WOW. They are so much bigger in real life, and by far the best we’ve stayed in the Maldives. The beach villas offer more privacy than a lot of other beach villas (but a more obstructed view to the ocean - the compromise). The overwater villas are very well spaced out so you don't notice your neighbours at all (if you’re lucky like us you won’t have any!). I’d thoroughly recommend the guided snorkelling trip; we went with one of the resident Marine Biologists Amandine and learnt so much about the local marine life. We also saw things we’d never have known what they were had we been on our own - she even helped us spot the dolphins in the water with us! As you’d expect from a Raffles, the food and drinks were top notch. No tacky feeling buffets in sight; very high quality food and very few supplements to our FB package (only Lobster or Wagyu). Drinks are pricey, but not out of line with anywhere else in the Maldives; and the wine list is extensive. Unlike some other resorts they don’t charge you an arm and a leg for still/sparkling water, it’s all their own filtered (and free) water. Everyone in the F&B team was extremely knowledgeable, massively helped by the number of local staff. Every waiter was warm and friendly and made you feel that they were genuinely so happy to be serving you. If you’re thinking about Raffles, you won’t be disappointed. We will most certainly be back, and can’t wait to be greeted with that special Raffles hospitality when we do.

As the final leg of our honeymoon holidays the 5 nights at Raffles was certainly a worthy conclusion. Despite being a step further from the Male it was totally worth the effort compared to hotels in more congested areas. The island and rooms were impeccable matched by the dedication of the staff who struck a great balance of hospitality, privacy and friendliness. Everyone from management to grounds staff conveyed a genuine warmth that is missing in so many other hotels - our Butler Yasir is one of the coolest people around and elevated the experience to another level with his enthusiasm, attention to detail and knowledge. Without exception the staff's pride about the hotel was evident and rightly so as one of the best in the Raffles collection - but the added bonus was the number of local staff too who know so much about their country and heritage. Everyone from Management to Maintenance were genuinely friendly with greetings and made you feel part of the family instantly. Little things like that missing from many other hotels nowadays but make a big difference to the feel good factor. Goes without saying that the facilities are top notch - spa, gym, quality and choice of food, rooms but also the snorkeling access and boat trips. Being further away from the busier areas it was a real treat to see so many dolphins nearby and house reef turtles and sharks and various fish - and that's not even taking a boat to nearby islands with healthy coral systems with the in-house marine biologist and environmental sustainability officer Amadine. Will be back ASAP! Not even going to bother looking for other places to stay!