Small luxury island with a big heart
+ Kandolhu lives up to its 5 star location and service with ease. Having travelled to the Maldives previously, we were keen to search for a small island paradise with phenomenal snorkelling and legendary service and facilities.
Kandolhu has it all. Luxury rooms, postcard views, outstanding food and service, and an underwater paradise. Think African safari but underwater!! We snorkelled every day and the 360 degree house reef means you can always find clear and calm water to enjoy the sea life. Our favourites were the hawksbill turtles and the very safe and friendly small reef sharks which all inhabit this pristine reef ecology. We also booked an incredible manta ray excursion which blew our minds and was very reasonably priced compared to other resorts. Guide Shaad ( Shark as he prefers!) was exceptionally skilled at finding Mantas, ensuring our safety and interacting casually with our Australian sense of humour. He made the trip very memorable and is an incredible asset to Kandolhu. H
Jul 2026
A little paradise
+ We had an absolutely wonderful time and will definitely come back. Everything was simply perfect. A little paradise.
Jul 2026
Peaceful
+ Amazing staff very attentive and warm, food is great and the island is so peaceful and serene
Jun 2026
Paradise
+ What can I say! I feel like I’ve been in a Paradise dream for 10 days! From start to finish it has been the most memorable holiday in years! Every staff member Naveen, Aditya, Silvia, Nassrull, Elvira, Naish, Ifam, Sky, Romel, Telma, Reni, Jenny and not forgetting Nana have made the trip just outstanding! They are all kind, nothing is an issue, the service is the best!!!!!!!
Food is amazing! So relaxing, cocktails are 10/10! Spa treatments are a must! Full all inclusive package is the best I have ever experienced! Villas are wonderful, water villas the view is just wow! Duplex villas are just as wonderful! Gym is great!
The Management Team have created something wonderful here & I just can’t wait to go back! Everyone must go to this island 🏝️
Grateful to have been to this wonderful island!
Natalie & Dan x
Jun 2026
The Best Maldives Resort!
+ This petite 5* resort in the Maldives, home to one of the most beautiful house reefs in the country, can be found in the North Ari Atoll a short seaplane ride from the capital Male. We chose this resort based on the size, 30 villas, its reviews and its mention in the Honeymoon vlog of our homegrown Scottish makeup mogul Jamie Genevieve, to whom ultimately, we must thank for finding the place. Peace and relaxation were at the top of our list, and this resort undoubtedly provides just that. From the luxury interiors of the villas to the splendid selection of restaurants, this small isle does not skimp in big offerings. You’ll be invited to Maldivian themed dinner feasts in Seagrill, enjoy refreshing cocktails from the bar or be entertained by the resorts teppanyaki chef at Banzai. You will end your stay feeling extremely well rested and fed wishing you had more time to try it all! If you’re an ocean lover, the vibrant house reef is alive with so much to see as well as a range of excursio
Jun 2026
Idyllic stay on one of the prettiest Maldivian islands.
+ Beautiful island with very caring,warm and friendly staff. Diving excellent. Food great. Intimate and peaceful atmosphere.
May 2026