Not long after the hotel opened, the surrounding snorkeling environment is average, there are no corals, and there are few fish. It is far away from the four seasons. The design of the water house is very good, the filming effect is very good, and the food quality is very high
Our family were well taken care by Waldorf. It's truly unforgettable experience.
Breakfast is amazing, many options cater your any favor on the day. Dinner has 11 restaurants to choose from. Housekeeping was done in a very proper time. Staff are friendly with smile as always. Tennis court, Padel tennis court are well maintained, water, sunblock, insect repellent are well prepared too. We love everything here! Thanks for the hospitality.
This year's Spring Festival is our second time at Four Seasons, and we have given it five-star reviews. However, compared with the first time I came here six years ago, the standard is not as high as before. For example, the breakfast buffet is too plain now. It no longer feels like a luxurious five-star hotel. Of course, Four Seasons is still trustworthy.
I did a lot of research, so I thought I would see ”this is it!” everywhere, but I was impressed far beyond my imagination.
It was well maintained, which is hard to believe for a hotel that has been around for over 20 years, and the staff were very unique and enjoyed their work, which was also fun.
The breakfast had so many options that I never got bored even though I stayed for four nights. I tried the staff's recommendations and tried the daily specials, and my smile never stopped.
The only disappointment was the weather and not being able to see any sea turtles.
The weather was not quite clear, so...
I went snorkeling at the spot three times, but still couldn't see any sea turtles...
It was quite disappointing, but I still had fun seeing various fish and having a full moon dinner.
Of course, activities and everything you do will cost you at resort prices, so if you have a lot of leeway financially, I think you won't get bored even if you stay for a long time.
The hotel is approximately 30 minutes from the Male International Airport and costs a charge. The airport has a special person to pick up, very convenient. The environment on the island is beautiful, the sea is blue-green, and the beach is white and delicate. The rooms are large and well equipped with a reasonable layout. There are several restaurants, especially Thai restaurants. But take a boat for 5 minutes to go to another island. Special thanks to Ctrip's service. When I booked the hotel, I encountered a little episode. Ctrip had an unreasonable communication and coordination, and finally solved the problem. I am very touched! Praise
After 11 years, I visited the Maldives again. It is really a paradise, and Patina's service is definitely the icing on the cake for this trip. Patina is a full-time butler-style service. After arriving, you don't have to wait for check-in in the lobby, you can go directly to the room, and then the butler has already arranged everything. Our essentialist is Naaish, a very good butler brother. Every day's dinner reservations and daily activity arrangements are all through the essentialist. They will work hard to solve any problems encountered. On the night of our arrival, we felt that the fence around the outdoor shower area was slightly gapped, and the privacy was not enough. After telling Naaish, workers were arranged to reinforce it early the next morning. If you want to participate in various activities in the hotel, Naaish will give you very pertinent suggestions. In the end, we went to the Dolphin Cruise and saw the dolphins and the sunset, a magnificent moment worth remembering for a lifetime. The other services of the hotel are also perfect. The steak I ate one night required a medium degree of doneness. It was a bit difficult to cut after it was served. I thought the steak knife was not very good, but the waiter didn't think so at all, so I got it from the back kitchen and remade it for me. I ordered a portion, and then the chef came out and explained that because the medium should not be difficult to cut, it must be their problem or the problem of the meat. This operation really made me a little dumbfounded. I ate at the Helio restaurant on the last night. It is very common to have a sudden change in the weather in the rainy season. After the appetizer and the main course, it suddenly rained heavily. The waiter helped us move into the indoor dining area. We hurriedly ate dessert and went back The room, in fact, everything is normal, but within half an hour the waiter brought a new dessert, because we felt that we hadn't eaten it well before. Every day at Patina is really beautiful, and I am very, very grateful to every employee for their service.
Ozen Reserve Bolifushi was the best vacation resort I’ve been to. The staff, the food, the rooms were all fantastic. Yara at the spa gets a special shoutout! She gave one of the best massages. We paid for the teppanyaki experience. Alok, the chef, was outstanding. Our butler, Asfar, was very accommodating! The best restaurants were Saffron and Soyi for dinner, and Sangu for lunch. Mostly we just relaxed on the beach watching all the birds and crabs or in our villa pool! The rooms were spacious and comfortable… It was what the doctor ordered.
Very beautiful! This island is relatively small, with few people and quiet environment. The service staff are very nice, the food is also very exquisite, there are snacks and fruits in the room, and there is enough drinking water. You can go swimming and snorkeling directly in the sea from the terrace behind the room, or you can pay extra to take a yacht to go snorkeling, which is nice~
Everything was fine. But the clerk's performance was really disappointing when I left. The smile he had when I came was gone. The same person greeted us when we came, but his attitude was completely different. The tea got cold before he left? The clerk greeted the foreigner with a smile on his face, but gave us a perfunctory word. I felt unhappy when I left. I was originally going to come for the second time, but I really have to think about it this time.
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GGuest UserThis was my first time in the Maldives, and I chose this resort. Surprisingly, it had been raining heavily for several days before we arrived, but the weather turned exceptionally nice right when we got there—sunny every day. The staff at the hotel were extremely friendly; they would always stop to greet us whenever we passed by. The young hostess (likely the restaurant manager) and some servers in the dining room remembered our room number. The shuttle cart staff (not sure if his name was Jasper), Raj from housekeeping (who’s from Nepal), and our host Mariyam were all wonderful—they kept asking if there was anything they could do to help. The Filipino staff member who performed the fire show, as well as the teams at the sports center and water activities, were also incredibly kind and professional.
Meals were included in the package, while water sports required extra payment. The spa was excellent: two Indonesian ladies gave my husband and me massages, and the ambiance and service were very comfortable.
Overall, it was a highly satisfying experience, with the exception of one significant issue on our departure day. During the final breakfast, the fish curry served was noticeably off—it had a strong, unpleasant odor. Unfortunately, after taking just one bite, it led to severe food poisoning. I became violently ill on the flight, vomiting repeatedly, and the sickness persisted hourly even after landing. This incident greatly marred the end of our otherwise wonderful stay. I sincerely hope you can address and improve your food safety and hygiene standards to prevent other guests from having a similar experience.
EEgor KorolOur two-week vacation at Arrival Beach and Spa on Gulhi Island was the perfect trip for us. If you're looking not just for a beach holiday but also for a chance to experience authentic Maldivian life, this is an excellent choice.
Overall Impression:
We spent 14 days at the hotel and were truly sad to leave. It was our first such long vacation abroad, and it was simply wonderful.
About Gulhi Island:
This island is a great example of a ”local” Maldivian island. It has everything you need for a comfortable stay: a designated bikini beach, its own house reef for snorkeling, several shops, cafes, and restaurants. For entertainment, there are football fields, water sports, and various excursions. In the evenings, stingrays and nurse sharks swim up to the pier – a very unusual sight!
Island Pros:
- A small but very interesting island – if you stroll around leisurely, you can discover something new every day.
- The local residents are very friendly and speak decent English.
- The island is easy to get to – just a 30-minute speedboat ride from Male.
- No mosquitoes – a big plus for evening walks.
- You can observe fruit bats.
Island Cons:
- Sometimes you can smell paint from the repair shipyard.
- There are flies.
- Not very much vegetation.
- Occasionally you see some trash.
About Arrival Beach and Spa Hotel:
The hotel left us with the most pleasant impressions. The staff is very responsive and the location is convenient.
What We Liked:
- Attention to detail: daily cleaning, towel changes, complimentary water in the room.
- The rooms are clean and fresh, with good soundproofing and a wonderful view.
- Amenities: beach towels and snorkeling sets are provided, universal power outlets.
- Free sun loungers and umbrellas provided by the hotel on the beach.
- Varied dining – buffet or a la carte menu.
- Musicians perform on weekends – creating a pleasant atmosphere.
What Could Be Improved:
- The pool seemed rather cold.
- The gym is very small.
- During heavy rains, we noticed minor leaks.
- The menu became a bit repetitive in the second week.
About the Hotel Team:
We would like to give special thanks to the staff who made our stay special:
- Arif Sha - a great guy who knows a lot about sports and the hotel.
- Ripha - the best expert on the Maldives and marine life.
- Dilshani - a charming girl, pleasant to chat with on any topic.
- Revil - the sweetest girl, her smile charged us with positivity for the whole day.
- And of course, a huge thanks to the cleaning staff for their daily and important work.
Verdict:
We definitely recommend both Gulhi Island and Arrival Beach and Spa. This place is for those who value not only comfort but also genuine human connection. We left feeling like we had been visiting good friends.
墾墾丁的海,大灣We are ********* married couple , it's ours first time to take vacation for 5 nights in Maldives,also ours first time to buy Resort with Trip.com... not from travel Agency near my home.We buy tickets direct from Airline.Every things going perfectly..First,I have to say 謝謝 trip.com .very fast response to friendly phone service to check out and confirm resort received my full payment ,we will buy trip again with trip.com. they have better price than others and reliable phone service! We usually buy from booking.com.but service with phone and fast response.trip.com.much better.
FOR Resorts. Oblu Sangeli..They have good employees.working with truly friendly to customers.big smile. treat us very nice.not because we are *********, speak Chinese , Asian or any reason treat us not same with European customers like other place.it shows Oblu Sangeli Choose nice employees.with big heart.The food in Sangeli buffet was ok.good enough.not the best.but we no need to eat or drink too much.because we choose all inclusive.we paid also for happy employee to treated us nice and employed take care resort environment.We are happy to walk down to ocean.no need to diving already can see beautiful fishes.for people like me scared of sharks or deep water.you may come to Only service hope Resort improve.. service for gifts .must improve.if resorts want some nice customers coming back.must touch their heart and needs..no need give 3 candles meals,but want give nice shoes customers alread wear.or give papper name card not good material of Resort name card to put on luggage! .. 3 candles dinner meals to us very nice.but we refused .we know more expensive but not what we want..better to give free flip flops.put flower on bath foam..No do same gifts.if Resort try to touch customers ,We gave tip for thank you.never for buy service.because we paid for service within all inclusive..However.喜歡白色沙灘,喜歡看魚又害怕潛水的人,可以來這裡,水很淺就有珊瑚礁魚群 .非常棒的地方,可以盡情享受的飲食,音樂,環境,服務的人員非常友善.不會要求給小費,但是我們還是建議要給小費,因為謝謝人家,除了工作,還特別的真誠當朋友,小費只是給他們買飲料或是小禮物,尤其是對那些辛苦工作,對待我們是除了工作外,你能感受到的真心,不是為了小費,也不是盡責在工作而已的,當我們是朋友的聊天還有提供很棒的服務.
NNurnazidaOur stay at this hotel was marred by a series of unfortunate experiences, starting from the moment we arrived. We were wrongly informed at check-in that our room had not been paid for, despite having completed full payment in advance. Rather than verifying the system, the staff member sat by as I anxiously searched my phone for proof. Ultimately, I had to show my credit card statement — something I consider private — just to resolve the matter. Her attitude was unwelcoming, which is especially disappointing in a hospitality setting. After discovering the payment had indeed been made, she gave only a brief and indifferent apology. Following this, my husband contacted the Manager, who offered a complimentary buffet dinner for two as an apology. While we appreciated the gesture, it was overshadowed by another issue: we later received a letter requesting us to check out by 7 a.m. the next day, even though our original arrangement was for a noon departure. After another call to the Manager, he once again apologised and offered a spa session for one person. Though his crisis management was swift, these issues should not have occurred — especially given the premium price we paid for our stay.
That said, there were redeeming aspects. The view from our room was absolutely breathtaking. The room opened directly onto the beach — it felt as though we had arrived at the sea the moment we opened our door. The room was also clean and well-maintained and we appreciated the convenience of having a coffee machine available.
In summary, while the scenery and room amenities were wonderful, the service and communication left much to be desired. We hope the management addresses these shortcomings so that future guests can enjoy a truly seamless stay.
GGuest UserThe water house we stayed in had a swimming pool. The room was big and there was a beautiful sea view on the balcony. From the moment we left the airport, the guy who picked us up, the guy on the speedboat, and the guy who sent us off really provided excellent service. When we arrived at the hotel pier, the management staff led the service staff to warmly welcome us on the island. When we left, they waved goodbye at the pier until they disappeared into the vast ocean... My English is not good, but I met Bonan, a girl from Baoji, China, on the island. She enthusiastically and proactively provided us with high-quality service, introduced us to information about the island, took our orders, booked boats, and delivered things to our room over and over again on hot days. When the room cleaner didn't clean for us, change towels, take out the trash, or deliver mineral water, she personally went to the room to serve us... I don't know why the room cleaner didn't serve us. I turned over the sign for room cleaning twice, but found it was turned back when I returned to the room. The room was still not cleaned. I don't know if I didn't tip the night I came. I didn't have change that day, so I went to the front desk to change change after dinner. However, there was no room service from the second to the third night. It was not until I told Bonan that the bathroom trash can was full and the mineral water was finished that Bonan came to the bathroom to watch over it, and then they started cleaning. I chose this hotel because they have a high score of 4.9. To be honest, all the services and details of the hotel are very good, but the behavior of the room boy really makes me feel that he is holding the hotel back and letting the chain down. I hope the hotel will strengthen its management so that all tourists who come to the beautiful Baros Island can return happily...
LLLJJuuAfter a trip to a local island, we came here to relax for two days. I wanted a lagoon-facing room, but the hotel initially told me they had upgraded me to an ocean-facing one. After a bit of back-and-forth, they quickly gave me a lagoon-view overwater villa. The room wasn't huge but was perfectly adequate, and the scenery was absolutely stunning. The buggies arrived very quickly. For breakfast, everything except the noodles was pretty subpar; the taste just wasn't to my liking. However, I was pleasantly surprised by the abundance of fish around the reef, and there were some corals too. Diving down, I even spotted a moray eel and an eagle ray. The staff were all very friendly and greeted us proactively. Overall, it exceeded my expectations and offered good value for money.
ZZimifeelingI was lucky enough to be assigned to Arena Veli in Building 4 of the Arena complex, which is the fourth building from the sunset direction, and it was even a corner balcony unit with a 90-degree view – absolutely stunning! The welcome drink was a delicious mixed berry juice. Breakfast was also tasty with a good variety of options.
The service experience during my stay was very good. The $6 environmental tax per person per night is mandatory, and there's also a $25 per person per trip speedboat transfer fee. However, the in-room facilities and cleanliness were really concerning, not even up to the standard of a 3-star hotel back home.
MMustikaLiving up to its excellent rating.
Half way to your staying period, they give you questionaire. I wrote about no slipper in the room, within hours they sent them to my room, impresive.
Security is tight, but they respect your privacy and make you feel safer. Rooms are clean and modern, amenities are complete including bubble bath when your room have open air bath tub
ZZuijindefengjing1210The room size was acceptable, and the hotel service was standard. However, the hotel pool was tiny, and the waves on the beach right outside were quite strong. There was also a lively evening party at the hotel, which made it a bit noisy. Overall, the hotel's price was high, and the value for money was just okay. Breakfast was mediocre with not much to choose from. There's no Chinese-speaking staff, so if you're not fluent in English, you might want to reconsider.
AAndy pezLovely place and fantastic staff and food. However, on the downside, everything is overpriced, and they do try to up sell everything from food and experiences. We stayed in the water jacuzzi villas at the north of the island and ate in the adult only restaurant, which was fantastic. The food was good and the staff were lovely. Have Ali cook your complete in the morning. He's a real fun guy.
On the excursions. The good and the bad and the total miss advertising of them.
Sunset Punch Cruise is a joke. The punch is fruit punch, no alcohol. The advert gives you a sense of a party theme trip. It's not, and you just get a glass of punch at the beginning of the trip. Overpriced. Saw dolphins and a nice sunset.
Shark Snorkelling disappointing 😞 overpriced and felt like being in an aquarium and not in the wild. Spent an hour on the boat to end up at an abandoned harbour with viewing platforms, and that's where you swim. Hit and miss with sharks.
Traditional Dhoni Sailing Boat. Peaceful and lovely experience. 3 staff manned the boat, and we sat there enjoying the peace and quiet and the sun. We were very lucky and saw Sting Ray, Manta Ray, and turtles in our 1 hour experience. Excellent experience.
Adventure Snorkelling was far the best experience and worth the money, which is dependent on the number of people doing the experience. Our guide was excellent and well versed in the reefs and wildlife around. A great half day adventure.
Overall a get place to visit but expensive and overpriced in its extras.
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