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Malahini Kuda Bandos Resort

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Malahini Holdings 3rd Floor Jazeera Building No.15, 20077
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#2 of 2 hotels in Bandos
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4.5
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4.5
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4.4
Value
4.2
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Newly built & designed; the modern & contemporary private resort is a short 10 minute speedboat ride from the airport. Catch some rays at the beach where you can go snorkeling, or dive at the 5 star padi Dive School or parasailing. Our over-water restaurant, beach-side bar, the spa and gym with beach views are some of our facilities.
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Property amenities
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Pool / beach towels
Fitness Center with Gym / Workout Room
Free breakfast
Beach
Canoeing
Airport transportation
Spa
Wifi
Bar / lounge
Restaurant
Breakfast buffet
Diving
Snorkeling
Fishing
Couples massage
Foot massage
Full body massage
Head massage
Massage
Baggage storage
Concierge
Gift shop
Sun loungers / beach chairs
Dry cleaning
Laundry service
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Air conditioning
Private balcony
Safe
Minibar
Flatscreen TV
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Ocean view
Non-smoking rooms
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Family rooms
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Sarah R wrote a review Mar 24
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Malahini is perfect for a getaway to reconnect with its beautiful jungle-like nature. The rooms are comfortable, clean and due to the island’s size closeby all the main facilities. The buffet shows variety and the hostess is smily and attentive. The main bar Bluu is modern in pop-up style and perfect to watch the gorgeous sunsets. Price and value match and highly recommend for a short and relaxing vacation! A big thank you again to the entire team of Malahini, especially to Malsha from Reservations who did an absolutely amazing job in helping us with pre-arrival arrangements, to our room boy who was always flexible and helpful as well as to receptionist Mohamed who found the perfect balance between friendliness and professionalism. Keep it up and see you again one day ☀️
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Date of stay: March 2023Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Benjamin V wrote a review Mar 22
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One of the best resorts in Maldives. Very friendly and caring staffs. Great room, amenities, foods and activities. Especially very delighted to meet Mr Amdadul, Mr Dipak and Mr Rana for their hospitality and care.
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Date of stay: March 2023
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Response from Easa Mohamed, General Manager at Malahini Kuda Bandos Resort
Responded 3 days ago
Dear M5552ACbenjaminv, Greetings from Malahini Kuda Bandos Thank you for sharing your positive an encouraging review regarding your recent stay at our resort. It was reassuring to learn that you had a great family time on the island. We are so pleased that you liked the room, foods and activities. We will be sure to let Amdadul, Dipak and Rana know about your review. Our guest reviews are what motivates our Crew to serve you better so thank you for the glowing review of our Crew. We do hope that you will visit us again in the future and look forward to welcoming you! From all of us here atMalahini, thank you! Easa Mohamed General Manager
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Martina S wrote a review Mar 20
7 contributions3 helpful votes
After the initial not very happy start on this island, I have to respectfully praise the hotel's response to our initial complaints - the hotel management immediately tried to help us improve our vacation and I have to admit that they really tried and did their best to make us satisfied. Because of the very noisy neighbors, they offered us another villa in our category - the Sunrise pool villas are all very nice, but these above the sea have really beautiful terraces with a great view of the sea. Even if it doesn't have direct access to the sea, it doesn't matter. Thank you for the great approach to Mr. Hassan Nifsal, who is very accommodating, willing and fully helpful. Also, the chef Mr. Mohamed is a nice guy, he has no problem fulfilling the wishes of the guests. The hotel offered us additional services, which we greatly appreciate. It is clear to us that it is impossible to compare a large island with a small one (which we unfortunately did in the beginning), but within the island they really try to accommodate us in everything and that is really pleasant and very professional. We read excellent reviews and bad ones too...we also wrote a bad review at the beginning, but after 24 hours. we decided to delete it, because their attitude and services have really changed. The accommodation is wonderful, the food is not enormous, but is tasty and sufficient. Thank you.
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Date of stay: March 2023
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Response from Easa Mohamed, General Manager at Malahini Kuda Bandos Resort
Responded 3 days ago
Dear Martinasaq747, Greetings from Malahini Kuda Banods.! We are extremely delighted to hear your positive feedback and the new rating regarding your experience with us at Malahini Kuda Banods.. It is reassuring to know that we have managed meet your expectation in many aspects of service and product line. Our Team Members in these areas were pleased to hear your feedback and this will motivate them to strive for perfection. May I take this opportunity to thank you again for your valuable feedback, and giving us the opportiunity to show the Malahini hospitality. Warm Regards From all of us here atMalahini, thank you! Easa Mohamed General Manager
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Voyager07786721917 wrote a review Mar 19
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We stayed at Malahini for 3 nights after doing island hopping in the Maldives and I have to say it were amazing 4 days. The first night was in a garden room on the 1st floor. I was very impressed with the size and cleanliness of it. Our double bed was big and very comfy and our daughter really liked her sofa bed. It was a very good night‘s sleep. On the following day we‘ve changed to a sunrise beach pool villa - it went very smoothly and stress-free. The sunrise villa exceeded my expectations… paradise on earth! The outdoor bathroom was amazing, main room huge and airy, but the highlight was our private terrace with swimming pool and jacuzzi. We went for the all inclusive option ( 3 meals a day and afternoon tea, most soft drinks and some alcoholic drinks included in the price). Food was amazing and waiting staff very polite (big thank you, Eni!). We‘ve had some great chat with Sravan at Bluu. Mona from Bar 75 was very kind and helpful. And big thank you goes also to Shanhy for his managing skills and simply being a kind person. Our flight back home was in the evening, but we were able to stay 5 hours longer in the villa (it is always a subject to availability and has an extra cost). That was the best news for us, we‘ve enjoyed our amazing holidays until last minute. Great reception staff and fantastic holidays!
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Date of stay: March 2023
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Response from Easa Mohamed, General Manager at Malahini Kuda Bandos Resort
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Dear Voyager07786721917, Greetings from Malahini Kuda Banods.! We are extremely delighted to hear your positive feedback and excellent rating regarding your experience with us at Malahini Kuda Banods.. It is reassuring to know that we exceeded your expectation in many aspects of service and product line. Thank you for your compliments to Eni, Mona and Shahry. Our Team Members were pleased to hear your feedback and this will motivate them to strive for perfection. Your comment regarding our Sunrise Beach Pool Villa - our pride and joy is much appreciated. We built these rooms last year and are delighted about the feedback so far feceived from all the guests who have stayed in these rooms. May I take this opportunity to thank you again for your valuable feedback, and look forward to serve you again in our beautiful island . Warm Regards From all of us here atMalahini, thank you! Easa Mohamed General Manager
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Marinus wrote a review Mar 16
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The Maldives is probably one of the most beautiful destinations on earth to travel to. That is precisely why I went looking for the most beautiful island with the most luxurious and special accommodation. And that's how I ended up with Malahini Kuda Bandos. A beautiful small island with literally only 1 resort. From Malé Airport it is only a short 15 minute boat ride. We stayed in the Sunrise Beach Pool Villa. With a beautiful swimming pool and jacuzzi you look out over the beach. There's an awful lot privacy and here you really have the time to completely escape and relax. Our room was always very cleaned by the friendly and attentive Saamy. Thank you! The island is truly a paradise. Bright blue sea, white sand, beautiful flowers and plants and very well maintained. Everything is clean and looks nice. You can do everything: diving, snorkeling, kayaking, relaxing and there are phenomenal dining options. During this holiday I wanted to propose to my girlfriend Melissa and I looked at all the possibilities with our regular contact: Imthiyaz. In addition, I was very well advised and he succeeded in having the proposal take place in a short period of time. I thank a lot of people here but Imthiyaz a very special shout out and thank you to you: you made out proposal most beautiful. You could really notice that people wanted to contribute so much to make a special moment such as an engagement truly unforgettable. So many people on this island put so much thought into the proposal and the dinner afterwards. The people here are all keen to give you the most memorable holiday. People of the resort are incredibly friendly, caring and do everything they can to make your stay fantastic. The food is diverse, especially the local cuisine was phenomenal. Every morning afternoon and evening we were greeted by the always cheerful Vanesa. The chefs were always cheerful: Sundesh, Akil & Soudax? (Sorry if I didn’t spell your names correctly) Just like the service: thank you for your hospitality We really want to thank all the people who work here. Everyone here contributes to a fantastic time for their guests. They know hospitality here at the highest level. We hoped that the Maldives would be a dream holiday and we certainly succeeded and the people here at the resort have made a very big contribution to that. I don't normally write reviews, but we have had such an unforgettably beautiful holiday here and people are so incredibly hospitable that I definitely recommend this destination. Whole team Malahini Kuda Bandos: thank you very much for this dream vacation. Bluu bar, shop, reception, diving school, spa & massage team. Thank you for everything and I wish you all the best. We hope to come back when we are married.
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Date of stay: March 2023Trip type: Traveled as a couple
Room Tip: Local food specialities are fantastisch, we personally enjoyed our Beach Pool Villa a lot! It’s...
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Dear Trail53674684062, Greetings from Malahini Kuda Bandos Wow, what a fantastic rating! On behalf of the entire crew, thank you for sparing time to share a detailed review of your recent stay at Malahini Kuda Bandos. We are delighted to know that you truly enjoyed your holiday with us. At Malahini, we strive for heartfelt hospitality and we are pleased to hear that our team has made such a lasting impression on you. Once again many thanks for the feedback and giving us a wonderful rating. We hope to serve you again at our resort Warm Regards From all of us here atMalahini, thank you! Easa Mohamed, General Manager
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Gega Tskhvediani wrote a review Mar 15
Tbilisi, Georgia7 contributions1 helpful vote
Upon arrival at Male Airport, the hotel staff met us at the appointed time and provided a transfer from the airport to the hotel. We were at the hotel in just 20 minutes. 🛥🚤 A very small and exotic island with clean rooms and super friendly and attentive staff. 🏝 Breakfast and dinner were included in the price of our room, I recommend everyone to take all inclusive or 3-course meals because the food in the restaurants and bars on the island are expensive and low quality.🌭🍕🍟 Both the activities on the island and the water excursions are expensive, and you should consider $100 per person per activity. 🫠 Overall, the hotel has the best location, clean rooms, and professional staff. They just have to fix the prices of the activities and the prices and quality of the products of the Blue Bar on the island. It would also be nice to have entertainment during the day 🏓🏐🪁
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Date of stay: March 2023Trip type: Traveled as a couple
Room Tip: Take all inclusive or full board
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Dear GegaTsk, Greetings from Malahini Kuda Bandos and many thanks for sparing time to share a review of your recent stay at Malahini Kuda Bandos. I am glad to hear that you had an overall good experience, we take all guest comments very seriously and use them for further trainings and enhancements to services and facilities. Rest assured that we will work to ensure that we further improve on the areas mentioned. Once again, it was a pleasure having you stayed with us and we hope to have the opportunity of welcoming you back. Warm Regards From all of us here atMalahini, thank you! Easa Mohamed, General Manager
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MelissaE wrote a review Mar 14
Wijk bij Duurstede, The Netherlands1 contribution
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They know how to make your holiday romantically unforgettable with for example the romantic beach diner with the lovely Eni who makes beautiful pictures and the floating breakfast. You have to visit this lovely place/ resort. The employees are so friendly and they make sure your stay is fantastic. It was my first time to the Maledives but I know for sure not the last one!
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Date of stay: March 2023Trip type: Traveled as a couple
Room Tip: Come visit Malahini!!!
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McLovin wrote a review Mar 12
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We had a wonderful experience on Malahini Kuda Bandos island. All the staff were super friendly and the food was great. Special thanks to Amdadul who made us a special breakfast on our last day. Will definitely come again.
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Date of stay: March 2023Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Blondieirishgirl wrote a review Mar 12
Dublin, Ireland28 contributions58 helpful votes
We stayed here in January .. we went all inclusive.. breakfast lunch and dinner were excellent.. staff were so diligent in restaurant.. we used the spa twice it was so relaxing.. would definitely recommend it.. the only downside was no pool but we upgraded and wish we did that from the start.. it was breath taking.. kalem and harsha in the blu bar they were so diligent.. they remembered our drinks every time.. they were so polite and hard working .. he stood out from all the rest but all the staff were excellent.. the island seems to be under construction but it’s so close to male an was great value. Would highly recommend it
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Date of stay: January 2023Trip type: Traveled as a couple
Room Tip: The live music was good and staff in blu bar
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harish k wrote a review Mar 12
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Went to this pardise with my family. Was little apprehensive about the food as my parents were vegetarian but they had very good food options for every meal since I took full board option. At kitchen live counter Amdadul , Dipak Sourav and Vishal provided us with good service. Resort is at 15mins away from airport with very nice beach for snorkelling, sunset, sunrise. Very good experience
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Date of stay: March 2023
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PRICE RANGE
$186 - $425 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
LOCATION
MaldivesKaafu AtollNorth Male AtollBandos
NUMBER OF ROOMS
82
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Frequently Asked Questions about Malahini Kuda Bandos Resort
Which popular attractions are close to Malahini Kuda Bandos Resort?
Nearby attractions include Manta Point (0.8 miles), Hulhumale Mosque (4.4 miles), and Hulhumale Beach (4.9 miles).
What are some of the property amenities at Malahini Kuda Bandos Resort?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, free breakfast, and an on-site restaurant.
Which room amenities are available at Malahini Kuda Bandos Resort?
Top room amenities include a minibar, air conditioning, and a flat screen TV.
What food & drink options are available at Malahini Kuda Bandos Resort?
Guests can enjoy free breakfast, an on-site restaurant, and a lounge during their stay.
What are some restaurants close to Malahini Kuda Bandos Resort?
Conveniently located restaurants include The Red Snapper & Coffee Beans, Red Snapper and Coffee Beans Reserve, and Cloud Signature.
Are there opportunities to exercise at Malahini Kuda Bandos Resort?
Yes, guests have access to a fitness center during their stay.
Does Malahini Kuda Bandos Resort have airport transportation?
Yes, Malahini Kuda Bandos Resort offers airport transportation for guests. We recommend calling ahead to confirm details.
Is Malahini Kuda Bandos Resort located near the city center?
Yes, it is 0.6 miles away from the center of Bandos.
Are any cleaning services offered at Malahini Kuda Bandos Resort?
Yes, dry cleaning and laundry service are offered to guests.
Are there any historical sites close to Malahini Kuda Bandos Resort?
Many travelers enjoy visiting Mulee Aage (6.0 miles).
Does Malahini Kuda Bandos Resort have any great views?
Yes, guests often enjoy the ocean view available here.