Canareef Resort Maldives

Basically the resort has it all, thanks to its geographical location. Each guest is hosted in our own bungalows, all facing the sea. You can't get it wrong - almost.

After reading some of the reviews, we were a bit worried, but for no reason. We had a wonderful stay and the resort is value for money (about 1800 Euros, Sunrise villa for teo, 9 nights, all inclusive). Villas are lovely, spacious and comfortable (we were upgraded for free to a Sunset villa because the sunrise side was flooded - thank you, we loved going for an afternoon dip in the sea directly from the room!). Staff was amazing, so hospitable and friendly). Special thanks to Mohamed Shiruhaan, our waiter at the restaurant, Mausoom from housekeeping, Dama and Deepthi at Dhoni as well as the amazing staff at the reception who assisted us with the internet for a professional meeting when the wifi was down. Hotel grounds are beautiful and allow one to feel immersed in nature while walking or cycling (free bicycle throughout stay). To move around, one can also call for one of the electric buggies that arrive very quickly (or hail one down from the ones driving up and down). The resort island is narrow, but quite long. It is connected to the local Island via a bridge, you can cycle there with the bike after signing a liability form at reception) if you want a more authentic experience. Food at buffet restaurant: wide choice, also for vegetarians and vegans. Some variety over the week but there's so much to choose from that you don't get bored and are happy to find same dish the day after again (the Indian corner had delicious curries; the soups were yummy). Choice of alcoholic beverages including around 6 cocktails at the three cafe-bars (wine and beer at restaurant). Without all-inclusive plan, eating/drinking are at N. European prices- cocktails around 9, spaghetti and club sandwich 9, mains 25-35 Us dollar at beach bar), closes 18:00). Saw only one creepy crawly; some cute salamanders and lizards.

The staff were very helpful and friendly, even the chef came over to sit and chat to us and to ask us how we found the food. We did 3 boat trips - all amazing in their own way! The amount of food choices were great! I loved the photo opportunities around the resort, such as the ocean swings. The pool was huge and so lovely… even when it rained. Very impressed by the size of the resort and how green and lush it was - beautiful! Cycling around was lovely although quite bumpy with the pot holes. Bed was huge and comfortable and rooms were cleaned multiple times a day! Morning yoga was a delightful way to start the day with complementary tea.

This place was amazing. Just like a paradise island. My husband and I have just come back and can't stop talking about it . The location is perfect to relax and have a little R and R . The staff were fantastic and couldn't do enough for everyone. The beaches are outstanding. Well kept and so clean . We're hoping to be able to go back some day .. made some lovely friends. And the welcome we got on arrival was so lovely and again when we left yesterday..

The beach was nice and it has a very good snorkeling place