If you're planning a bit of sightseeing during your trip, head to Maldives Islamic Centre— just one of the landmarks located 0.6 mi (1 km) from central Malé. Hotels.com travelers also say the area is great for couples and has lots of nice beaches.
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Maafushi Reef during your travels in Maafushi. Amble around this romantic area's beautiful beaches, or seek out the snorkeling spots.
"Probably the best hotel I’ve stayed in and my partner agrees too. Staff everywhere were great especially at check in desk. We only needed 2 nights as we were stuck in Male following a last minute flight cancellation. The room was great, ocean view room, it was big, clean, quiet and had everything in it you need, bed was massive and comfy. Hotel had a few different restaurants which served great food, the breakfast buffet was probably the best breakfast I’ve had in a hotel. Rooftop pool was lovely with a snack bar for food and drinks, plenty of sun beds and places to sit/lie down. Free airport shuttle too and a well-equipped gym. There was a convenient 24-hour supermarket around the corner.
Just all round such a nice hotel and could have stayed longer."
"Airport pick-up was really efficient as was check-in. All staff in the hotel were very friendly, professional and helpful. Room had everything that you need for a stop over - TV, minibar, aircon. The room, bed and duvet were on the small side. It was very loud outside throughout the night, however part of this was due to the extra prayer calls during Ramadan. The rooftop restaurant had very good food and very good service, for a very affordable price. "
OBLU XPERIENCE Ailafushi - All Inclusive with Free Transfers
10/10 Excellent
"Great for family resort with variety of great food in the all inclusive package. Lots of activities to keep you busy throughout the day. Open up late bar compare to other resorts, lots of shows, games and things to do. The only thing that i did not like was the minimum of 6 people for the excursions, snorkeling and fishing (they canceled ours cause there was not enough ppl, apparently everyone was at the pool 360 bar drinking lol). Overall we had a great time and would definitely go back again. Thank you to all the bartenders they were great. Ooo and i forgot to mention the underwater restaurant Only Blue, staff was amazing, food was awesome and the atmosphere was at a top level. Thank you "
"I stayed in two rooms first quite cosy but very clean TV above bathroom foot is silly. 2nd room larger again very clean. Staff very friendly, airport pickup went smoothly. Breakfast adequate but would like yoghurt ( personal taste) room service good. "
"When booking property, no information that the fitness centre was at least a 7-10 min walk away and that it is closed on friday as well as only 12-12 on saturday when i checked out.
I chose The Somerset precisely because of the fitness centre, but it was disappointing I could not use it at all.
Brandon"
"The island is smaller than you expect from the pictures and island map and overall it feels outdated. The staff didnt seem very happy, which reflects in the level of service. Im happy we only stayed for three days. Most restaurants have zero ambiance. Only thing top quality and high level of service was the breakfast restaurant female staff (very welcoming) and sea salt restaurant. Quality of food is great in Sea Salt, be sure to book dinner there."
