Having read the negative reviews on here before we went, we were really worried about our choice of island, especially since we were going to be on our honeymoon but as soon as we arrived, all fears were gone. Nigel the First Choice rep was excellent, and organised free bubbly and fruit, and our room (309) was in an amazing... more

Well what can I say, other than, We had a fantastic time! My Husband and I were staying at Chaaya Island on our honeymoon (can't think of better place to have spent it) We arrived on the Island to be greeted by cold towels and cold drinks. And Nigel the REP who was very organised and friendly. As were all... more

Just got back from a week at Dhonveli. Weather was amazing - watch the sun as it is fierce! Had booked a beach bungalow, but were upgraded to a water bungalow on arrival. Accomodation was clean, and the water bungalow had a lovely view across the water. The food at this resort is superb, with a wide variety of choice... more

On our trip to this resort, we found staff friendly, food poor, very repatative but beware of BEDBUGS, in water bugalows these were not only found on mattress but in headboard, staff also agreed they had an infestation, everything was out of the room before we left the resort claim still ongoing not yet had one letter or phone call... more

What a time was had, all the food and drink anyone could manage, could not fault any single aspect of the holiday(exchange rate was bad, but that was not the resorts fault,blame the bankers) I am normally a choosy eater but every meal was more than acceptable to my high standards, (never saw chips once). We were fortunate enough to... more

Will not start right at the beginning as everyone else has already said what happens when you arrive at Chaaya Island, however on arriving at Male airport and filling out the form for the hotel, I noticed that I had not received a room that I had e-mailed to the island a couple of weeks previously. Not a great start,... more

Arrived with a bit of trepidation due to mixed reviews on here that nearly found us changing our destination at one point..... for anyone else thinking this ...forget it this Island was perfect and just like paradise...The 25 minute speedboat ride to Chaaya was amazing.and a great start to your holiday. We were met at airport by Nigel who allocated... more

Myself and my wife had a 2 weeks at this resort. We arrived home on sat (2nd may). AIRPORT You arrive at male airport and are directed to Nigel the rep. He hands you some paper work to fill in and asks you to sit in cafe. About 10 minutes later you are took to a boat and on your... more

My wife and I booked a five night stay at Chaaya island for the second half of our honeymoon (4/14- 4/19), and were excited to stay at such a renowned surf resort (booked through Water Way Travel). We were greeted by one of the three surf guides upon our arrival, but that is where the service stopped and the overall... more