5-Star Hotels in Baa Atoll, Maldives

Firstly, there was a clear communication via email and whatsapp before departure. Appreciate that! It helped us clear our doubts and prepare the amount of money required for our trip. Secondly, it was easy to spot the rep at the seaplane check-in area. Then, there was a private transfer to the seaplane terminal. Everything was amazing! We landed in the middle of the sea and got picked up by the hotel's boat. It was another amazing experience for us to have flown on a seaplane and disembarked the plane in the middle of the sea. There was a simple and welcoming drum procession upon arrival from the jetty to the bar, where we were served a welcome drink and given a cold towel. Our host did her part in explaining everything to us and that was the last we saw her. She was nowhere seen or neither did she texted us to ask about our wellbeing throughout our stay there for 5 days. We requested to swap our excursion and she managed to do so for us. Then, there was no personal nor virtual communication. We saw other hosts checking on their guests during meal time and on whatsapp so this was rather disappointing. We took matters into our own hand by dealing with the reception directly for our request. We had our meals at the buffet restaurant. Most of the meals came with different selections of food daily so we weren't bored of the food there. The waiting staff and kitchen staff did a good job there! Most of them were beaming with smiles but evidently, they were more friendly towards the non-asian patrons, though we didn't really care because on the last day, we only tipped those who really served us 'sincerely'. The bartenders were especially friendly. The room was kept clean and tidy throughout our stay, no complaints there! We saw the same housekeeping/luggage transfer guy checking on us twice daily with bright smile. Kudos to him! Overall, for what we paid, I can assure you that this is one of the best places I have ever been. No regrets!

Had a great holiday at the beautiful Westin. The 45-minute flight distance from Male Airport is just right, and the hotel's pick-up and drop-off services are very attentive. Our order included breakfast and dinner, and one of the dinners could be reserved at the Japanese restaurant. The buffet has a rich variety and you can taste food from different countries. Due to the strong wind and waves during this period, unfortunately we were unable to participate in sea activities such as paddle boarding, but the coaches held a fierce volleyball match in the swimming pool. You can see some corals 🪸 and tropical fish 🐠 while snorkeling. The room facilities are impeccable. The most impressive thing is the enthusiasm of the staff. Whether it is the welcome and farewell queue at the pier, the chat in the restaurant, or the greetings when we meet on the road, it makes you feel as if you are in a familiar community and feel more relaxed and comfortable. If there is a chance in the future, I will come again!

We’ve travelled to many places around the world and stayed in countless hotels and resorts — some even more expensive than this — but Vakkaru is truly the BEST experience we’ve ever had. Baa Atoll is already one of the world’s most pristine ecological reserves, and the resort’s blue holes and sandbanks are simply addictive. We could visit them several times a day and still never get enough. At any moment, you’ll find different kinds of fish swimming freely around you. Beyond the beauty and the facilities, what truly makes Vakkaru unforgettable is the people. Our butler Myat, the sommelier, and our roomboy Mohamond all went above and beyond, offering the warmest, most thoughtful care throughout our stay. Their kindness made all the difference. It’s really hard for us to leave. We will definitely be back — and without a doubt, we’ll choose Vakkaru again.

This was our first trip to the Maldives, and it exceeded all expectations. A huge thank you to Saida for the warm welcome, her help with organizing a romantic dinner, and her prompt response to any questions. We also thank Saji and Murali for their attentive service and excellent service. Murali quickly remembered our preferences and always greeted us with a smile. The food was delicious and varied, with something for everyone. There are plenty of activities on the island: tennis, volleyball, billiards, and more. I'd especially like to mention the excellent massage and the stunning reef opposite our villa 207 – on the very first day, we saw a shark and a multitude of fish, and we enjoyed incredible sunsets every evening. The only downside was the mosquitoes, even though the area is regularly sanitized. Otherwise, the stay was wonderful. Thanks to the entire team for an unforgettable vacation! A few tips for future guests: Be sure to bring good sunscreen and a hat – the sun is very strong in the Maldives. For snorkeling and extended periods in the water, I recommend a one-piece swimsuit or burkini. Thanks to it, I barely got sunburned, only my ears, so a Panama hat or a hat would definitely be a good idea. I also recommend bringing mosquito repellent—despite regular treatments, they still pop up.

The scenery didn't have to be said, but from the evening, there were a lot of huge cockroaches indoors and outdoors. It was very affecting the experience. On the day of the departure, the hotel made a mistake in my trip, which caused me to wake up at 5:30 in the morning and told me that I had to leave the store after 20 minutes. They put the notice of leaving the store at an inconspicuous place at the door. I didn't see the information that I personally think is important. It is best to ensure that I can do it if I can do it. My best day experience will not be destroyed.

When choosing a hotel in the Maldives, it's essential to pinpoint your priorities. Having previously stayed at a lagoon island in Fiji, and now seeing the stunning lagoons at Filitheyo in the Maldives, my focus for this resort experience was on the holiday vibe, dining, service, and snorkeling. Dusit Thani Maldives completely exceeded our expectations in all these aspects. The sea in front of the Ocean Villas was a true 'glass sea,' and the views from the various restaurants were also excellent. What truly stood out was the hotel's service, which surpassed any hotel I've stayed at before – incredibly attentive and thoughtful. I highly recommend Dusit Thani for those prioritizing a relaxing holiday. If you're new to island travel, consider choosing a lagoon island to experience breathtaking ocean colors.

We chose this hotel, the price/performance ratio is really good. After the trip, some people arranged for pick-up and drop-off, arranged for the inland plane and speedboat to arrive at the resort. After arriving at the fake village, the service staff sent a welcome to each person. We originally booked 5 I lived in a luxury villa in the evening. Fortunately, I can live in the water villa on the 4th night. The two villas have their own characteristics. The luxury villas can see the sunset, the water villas can see the sunrise, and everything is well arranged. The beach has white sand and the water is very blue. We cleaned the room twice a day. We booked a full breakfast, lunch and dinner. It was also served in the same main restaurant. The waiter was very polite. Every night there are different dishes and facilities. Enough, in addition to drinking water, only one bottle is supplied per room per day. The water in the hose is only filtered once and the salt is not completely filtered. Therefore, it is not suitable for drinking. To drink extra water, you should buy it at the restaurant or bar.

Highly recommended! All the hotel's facilities are new, the beach is A-grade, the snorkeling is A-grade, and the service is top-notch. All the restaurants on the island are very delicious. It is recommended to include breakfast and dinner because the dishes are so large. When we were on the island, the only Chinese-speaking housekeeper was on vacation. Our housekeeper was Nathu, a very beautiful, cute and capable girl, and all the waiters on the island worked hard to interact with us in Chinese, which was a good experience. There is a professional snorkeling instructor who is very enthusiastic about explaining which types of fish can be seen in which areas. We stayed for 5 nights and snorkeled 3 times. We saw babyshake, rays, swordfish and many colorful small fish. . It is recommended to participate in the sunset fishing activity. I caught a lot of fish in 2 hours and the experience was great. This is a resort worth experiencing. Compared with islands of the same quality, the price of Avani is obviously much cheaper and the price-performance ratio is very high. highly recommended!

米萊度是一個安靜私密的小島，這是酒店很驕傲的賣點，上島前從馬累機場被酒店工作人員接到開始，就聽他們説了無數遍“我們酒店是一個小島”，但衹有真正住在島上，對此才有深刻的認知。米萊度是我非常推薦的，適合小夫妻，安靜過兩人浪漫世界的好去處。具體有如下幾個推薦點： 1.浮潛條件極佳。水屋109-115，陽台看落日視角都非常好，且水屋外浮潛條件很棒，水不深，很多地方都能踩到底，但因為有很多珊瑚，魚的品種特別多，每天早上起來，趁着不曬就趕緊下水，清晨的魚種類也是一天中最多的，浮潛完去吃個早飯，真的是每天最快樂的事。 2.餐食還挺不錯，中國胃也適合。我訂的HB，早飯是自助加點餐結合的模式，我每天都撐到下午才緩過來，基本對中飯也沒有訴求。晚飯三道式，中國胃的選擇稍微少點，不過烤羊排，牛排，雞肉，魚肉，每天體驗一個不一樣的也夠了。 3.管家服務很貼心。我們上午8點就到馬累機場了，提前和管家溝通好，給我們安排了9點多的水飛，全程都走專車專人接送到貴賓室，沒耽誤什麼時間，11點就到了酒店提前入住了。管家也根據我提前郵件溝通的，希望能看到夕陽的需求，安排了水屋113房間，視角很不錯。最後離開馬累的飛機是晚上8點，管家又幫我們申請了延遲退房，提前聯繫安排最晚一班下午4點的水飛，一點時間都沒有浪費。在島上所有工作人員都很熱情貼心。衹要我們一離開房間，馬上安排打掃，每天都有新鮮的水果和餅乾，還贈送了香檳，儀式感拉滿。 最後，酒店島嶼面積雖然不大，但是兩個人散步也要花個20分鐘，島上環境很好，邊逛邊拍照的也要一個多小時。在米萊度的3天真切感受到什麼是世外桃源，回上海以後戒斷反應很厲害，晚上做夢還能夢到自己打開門就能在海里和漂亮小魚一起玩耍的快樂。

A great trip, it hasn't rained for the past four days, the island is beautiful and the temperature is very comfortable. Shuifei sees the island is also very beautiful, that is, when you go, you can't catch up with the water. You have to turn to the inland water and transport the children with a little toss, and everything else is very good. There are many things to eat on the island. The fruits are very fresh. The next day I went to the sea to see dolphins. A group of people went to the sea to fish in the evening of the third day. It was also full of harvest, so they could be processed and sent directly to the hotel. For a big meal, you can have an extra bed, a bed for children under 11 years old. The hotel must specify the information of each traveler, age of men and women, help them arrange check-in information, make an appointment for water flight in advance.