The Four Seasons Explorer is a must for diving enthusiasts who wish to be spoiled rotten!

The 128 Foot catamaran has 10 state rooms and 1 Explorer Suite. Obviously the price tag on the suite is a bit higher, but if you can swing it do not hesitate; it's worth it! The State Rooms are very comfortable as well with King sized comfortable beds. I believe there are 3, 5 and 7 day excursions, we did the 3 day and found it to be a bit short. The voyage starts at around 4PM and you depart at around Noon. I would recommend the 5 day, but that is personal preference.

The staff couldn't have been better. Every need was anticipated and nothing was a problem and Rose the chef and her team took great pride in the food they served. My wife is a trained chef and very particular and we both enjoyed the food a great deal.

The dive sites are amazing. Some of the sites are ranked in the top 5 or 10 in the world. If you don't dive you can still do some excellent snorkeling, water skiing, wake-boarding, or wind-surfing. While not mandatory, I would suggest getting your certification however prior to going on the Explorer.

I'm really trying to think of something negative to say, but I really can't think of anything without really trying.

One thing is the boat doesn't seem to cover great distances. Most of the time is spent anchored near a beautiful beach or a world-class dive site which was fine by me. Also, if it rains make sure you have brought yourself a good book. They have TV's and a bunch of movies so I wouldn't get too worried, but just something to keep in mind. We were diving the whole time so it didn't matter much, but we did get some rain during our stay on board.

Stealing a slogan from Nike: Just Do it!

We stayed here for a week in November 2007 and loved it! Everything about this place is stunning, the service is incredible and the rooms are fantastic.

We started off in the "basic" room - which was far from basic with its own plunge pool - and then moved into a beach pavilion room halfway through our stay. The beach pavilions were bigger and right on the beach - you could gaze out from bed and see the sea!

The pool was great and the hotel ran a whole host of activities so you wouldn't get bored if you wanted to be occupied. The food was brilliant in all the restaurants - make sure you try a mocktail at some point during your stay!

One tip - the sand is quite sharp so bring some shoes to swim in.

Overall an amazing experience!

We have just returned from our honeymoon at the Four Seasons Maldives at Kuda Huraa.
Despite being quite well-travelled, I can say that without a doubt it was the best holiday of our lives to date. It was an absolutely amazing experience and we could not have hoped or dreamed for more.
The location and resort are just stunningly beautiful, but as many have said before, it is the staff that make this place so unforgettable. We felt so special and thoroughly spoilt for the entire duration of our honeymoon. We have never experienced service of this quality before and were completely wowed by their attention to detail, personal service, friendliness and professionalism.
Our bungalow was very spacious and immaculately presented. The twice-daily housekeeping is done at very convenient times and they leave your room looking just wonderful. They even rake the sand by your outdoor shower twice daily to remove any footprints! The incense was also a very special touch.
I was so glad that we chose to stay in a beach bungalow rather than an over-water room as we actually had more privacy and were closer to all of the wonderful facilities that the resort has to offer. The plunge pool and outdoor bed are also pretty flash and very welcome additions to this class of room that you do not get in the water bungalows. We used our pool at least once every day - just gorgeous.
The gym is well equipped and the morning yoga with Justin was great. We could see baby sharks and baby sting rays from the sunrise deck before the yoga classes started.
Although we were told that the resort was full, we would never have guessed this as at times we felt as though we were the only ones on the island. We got to do many of the activities alone and the pool and beachside were often completely deserted. There is a lot to keep the guests entertained and so there is always plenty of opportunity for privacy and quiet. Obviously, considering that this was our honeymoon, this was great and added to the overall experience. Also, we could see at meal times that there were quite a few children on the island. The resort is clearly popular with families. While you might think that this is highly undesirable on a honeymoon, it actually worked out perfectly for us as the kids were hardly seen, very rarely heard and the relatively high population of families meant that the resort was not inundated with honeymooners. We felt special - not like 'just another couple'.
Despite what some other reviewers have written, we were very impressed with the food. Yes, it is expensive, but then again so is everything so why would the food be any different? We had excellent meals throughout our stay and were particularly taken with the Indian restaurant. We had a private dinner in the gazebo and the chef and waiting staff provided us with a night we will never forget. It was simply divine. And a wonderful bonus was waking up the morning after our special dinner to find that the staff had discretely placed a framed photo of the 2 of us at our dinner on our outside table - what a thoughtful momento! The breakfast at Cafe Huraa is also excellent - great variety and very tasty. We didn't eat or need lunch at all as the breakfast was so satisfying!
I could go on for paragraphs about how awesome the pool complex is, but suffice to say we LOVED IT.
We didn't use the spa as we had so many other things to do, but other guests reported that it was excellent. We did do the dolphin trip, Male transfer and snorkelling expeditions though, and all were superb. The snorkelling was really cool and the guides were all wonderful. Sunrise kayaking is also a must.
We loved that the service and resort were totally top class without being pretentious. Nobody was interested in 'putting on airs' meaning that you can really just completely relax into your holiday. Your holiday is about you and your needs / desires, and the Four Seasons takes care of these perfectly. The staff are genuine, exceptionally well trained and really seem to enjoy their positions. We were called by our names and always warmly and professionally greeted. We felt so welcome and truly like VIPs for our stay. All of this lead to a most relaxing, happy experience and we did not stop beaming with delight for the duration of our stay.
Honestly, we were thrilled with our holiday. I can only dream and hope that we get the opportunity to return to this wonderful, wonderful resort, but until then I would recommend it to anyone. You will not be disappointed and you will come away with spectacular memories to last a lifetime. We certainly have!

When we arrived at the Airport we were quickly met by wonderful staff of the Four Seasons who handled our luggage and whisked us off to the boat with no delay at all... The boat ride was great and it only took about 15-20 minutes...

When we arrived at the resort, we were again met by staff who took us to the lobby to register and gave us tea and cold cloths..

Check in was swift and we were off to our room immediately. We were in a Beach Bungalow 202 and it was perfect. We were on the Ocean side and that particular bungalow has a lot of trees around it so you are not seen by everyone who walks by on the beach... Our outside area was big with two loungers, table for 4, a big covered bed area and a warm pool…... Off the bathroom there is another outside area with a shower. I used the outdoor shower everyday and loved it... Our room was excellent and cleaned spotlessly everyday. They even dusted the rails of the bed (four poster) everyday.

The main pool was never busy though the resort was fully booked. I guess because the majority of people also had their own pool and or tons of beach area... At both the pool and the beach we were given ice filled water every 30 to 40 minutes, fresh fruit Popsicles and people coming around to clean sunglasses.. The cold towels also were a blessing with the heat.

We went with our 4 year old son and the Kids club was extraordinary. They all were so nice and really seemed to love children. The kids area was just next to the Dr. and it was a very central location. Our son loved to go everyday. Even though we wanted to do things with him, he was happy with the list of activities they had planned.

The food was great in every aspect... We did not have a bad meal or bad service though out our 8 days there.

As for activities we did lots, all at an extra cost, but worth it... I suggest everyone to do the Sand Bank trip... You hire a boat for a 25 minute ride out into the ocean to a sandbank were you have lunch.. The hotel puts up a tent for you and you eat under it… There is nothing there other than you and the sand surrounded by the Indian Ocean… It was a wonderful day...

The spa at Kuda Huraa is also very good. My husband was there at least once every day and sometimes twice… You take a dhoni over (about 2 minutes, if that) . Book in advance so you are not disappointed.

My husband and I have traveled all over and have stayed at some of the very best hotels and resorts in Europe, North America, and Caribbean. The Four Seasons Kuda Huraa was the best so far... It just goes to show that you get what you pay for....and the Four Seasons is worth every penny.