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#1 of 1 resort in Kandima
Location
4.7
Rooms
4.9
Value
4.6
Cleanliness
4.8
Service
4.7
Sleep Quality
4.8
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Kandima Maldives is much more than just a holiday. This new game-changing destination offers a seriously stylish island setting with extraordinary restaurants and bars and plenty of on-site activities to choose from. Based on the values of the umbrella brand Pulse Hotels & Resorts - smart, playful, rooted, responsible, human - Kandima Maldives is a place with soul, deeply rooted and respectful of our guests, colleagues, community, culture and surroundings. Here, it is all about genuine hospitality with a human touch and smart solutions that make use of the latest innovations - not to mention a playful spirit!
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Property amenities
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Fitness Center with Gym / Workout Room
Pool
Bar / lounge
Beach
Bicycle rental
Babysitting
Books, DVDs, music for children
Wifi
Yoga classes
Yoga room
Fitness classes
Hot tub
Pool / beach towels
Infinity pool
Pool with view
Outdoor pool
Private pool
Coffee shop
Restaurant
Breakfast available
Breakfast buffet
Complimentary Instant Coffee
Complimentary tea
Complimentary welcome drink
Happy hour
Kid-friendly buffet
Kids' meals
Outdoor dining area
Snack bar
Special diet menus
Wine / champagne
Swimup bar
Poolside bar
Boating
Canoeing
Diving
Game room
Snorkeling
Water sport equipment rentals
Aerobics
Canoeing offsite
Entertainment staff
Evening entertainment
Fishing
Table tennis
Board games / puzzles
Nightclub / DJ
Children's playground
Indoor play area for children
Children Activities (Kid / Family Friendly)
Kids club
Airport transportation
Shuttle bus service
Business Center with Internet Access
Banquet room
Spa
Couples massage
Facial treatments
Foot massage
Full body massage
Head massage
Manicure
Massage
Salon
24-hour security
Baggage storage
Concierge
Gift shop
Shops
Sun loungers / beach chairs
Sun umbrellas
24-hour check-in
24-hour front desk
Private check-in / check-out
Dry cleaning
Laundry service
Ironing service
Room features
Blackout curtains
Air conditioning
Private beach
Desk
Housekeeping
Coffee / tea maker
Cable / satellite TV
Walk-in shower
Interconnected rooms available
Private balcony
Room service
Safe
Seating area
Sofa
Telephone
Wardrobe / closet
Bottled water
Iron
Minibar
Refrigerator
Flatscreen TV
Bath / shower
Hair dryer
Room types
Ocean view
Non-smoking rooms
Suites
Family rooms
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5.0 of 5 stars
HOTEL STYLE
Modern
Family
Languages Spoken
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Kandima Maldives garners praise for its impeccable cleanliness, with guests lauding the well-kept rooms and immaculate beaches. The spacious, modern rooms with breathtaking views and cozy beds are a hit among travelers. While the staff's warm and professional service receives commendations, a few guests have noted service inconsistencies. The atmosphere strikes a balance between peaceful and vibrant, though some disturbances are mentioned. Opinions on value are split; the all-inclusive options are appreciated, but extras can be costly. The scenic location with pristine waters is widely admired, and the extensive amenities add to the luxurious feel of the stay.
Location
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Pristine
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WJCSolihull wrote a review Apr 2024
Solihull, United Kingdom
4.0 of 5 bubbles
My wife and stayed at the Kandima resort for 2 weeks on an AI basis at the end of March. We used the seaplane from Male International Airport to travel to Kandima, it was efficient, taking approx 45 minutes, albeit noisy. The plane moored at a jetty in the bay outside the resort and we got a boat to the reception area. My first impressions of the resort is that it looked identical to the images on the resort website. I had thought the website images were artists impression, but no, it is spectacular.

Checkin was efficient, out room had been preallocated and we received a resort map with WiFi codes on it. We asked about booking ala carte restaurants and were told that no reservations were available for the first 3 days of our stay, but if we called guest service at 6 pm each day they may be able to fit us in. To be fair, we were able to get a booking after 6pm, but I expect better from a 5 star resort.

We always book the cheapest accommodation with a sea view and had opted for one of the studio rooms, it was well appointed, spacious with a very comfortable king sized bed. The air conditioning was quiet and effective. I had expected a nightly turn down service but this does not seem to be offered here. I also expected there would be feet washing facilities on the patio and a brush to sweep sand that inevitably gets dragged into the bedroom. I have had both these things at other Maldives resorts which has proved useful. Please note there are plenty of UK 3 pin power sockets in the room, as well as a couple of USB charge points.

The food in all restaurants, even the buffet restaurants, is varied and prepared to a very high standard. Service in ala carte restaurants is good, less so in buffet restaurants where staff do not seem motivated to serve drinks or clear tables. Drinks served throughout the resort are all recognised brands.

Pool / beach towels are abundant but do run out periodically when some guests get greedy.

The swimming pools are very clean and the beaches are maintained daily, ie swept. The sea on the sunset side of the island is calm and good for swimming and snorkelling. There is a small gym with weights and resistance machines which is good. There is also a training pool with resistant jets which make swimming lengths difficult.

The Wifi in the resort has reasonable coverage but is not very fast.

As this is a 5 star resort I had expected a beach and pool drinks service, this is not provided.

There are a variety of things to do at the resort and even some evening entertainment, sadly the sound system used by the house band at the Breeze bar is not very good, I did think the house DJ was good.

I can offer a tip to anyone thinking of coming to this resort, try and book accommodation on the sunset side of the island, the crashing waves on the sunrise side are noisy and this is only suitable for people who enjoy complaining about noise.

The food and comfort in this resort is very good, I would have no difficulty in recommending it to family and friends.
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Date of stay: March 2024
3.0 of 5 bubblesValue
5.0 of 5 bubblesRooms
3.0 of 5 bubblesLocation
5.0 of 5 bubblesCleanliness
4.0 of 5 bubblesService
5.0 of 5 bubblesSleep Quality
Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Response from Daniel Farra, Owner at Kandima Maldives
Responded Apr 7, 2024
Hello Solihull, Thank you for your detailed review. We're thrilled to hear that you appreciated our efficient check-in process, the high standard of our food, and our well-maintained pools and beaches. We're grateful for your feedback regarding the reservation system for our à la carte restaurants and the service in our buffet restaurants. Your comments give us the opportunity to continually improve our services and guest experience. We appreciate your commendations on our accommodation and your valuable insights about our resort. We're glad that you would recommend us to your family and friends. Thank you for choosing Kandima Maldives. We look forward to welcoming you back in the future. Kind regards, Daniel Farra Resort Manager - Kandima Maldives
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LynnSmith18 wrote a review Mar 2023
Lichfield, United Kingdom
+1
Hotel's Favorite
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Wow! Had the most idyllic 10 days at Kandima Maldives. Arrived by sea plane which was a fabulous experience and stayed in a Beach Studio waking up every morning to views of the pristine beach and beautiful blue Indian Ocean. Our studio was bright and spacious with a lovely bathroom and shower. It was cleaned and serviced daily to a high standard by our suite attendant Samih. We enjoyed the snorkelling, kayaking, paddle boarding and have seen sharks, rays, turtles whilst standing on the beach. The 2 pools at either end of the island were amazing with great pool bars. All the restaurants serve excellent food and every single member of staff were helpful and friendly. I really cannot fault this place and will most definitely return to this paradise!
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Date of stay: March 2023
5.0 of 5 bubblesValue
5.0 of 5 bubblesLocation
5.0 of 5 bubblesService
Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Response from Jean-Louis Ripoche, General Manager at Kandima Maldives
Responded Mar 20, 2023
Hi LynnSmith18, Thank you for taking the time to write a review, well as choosing Kool & Stylish Kandima Maldives as your island (desti)nation. It is wonderful to know that you had a great holiday. I hope there will be another opportunity to welcome you back. K'nd regards, Jean-Louis Ripoche General Manager – Kandima Maldives
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Ирина З wrote a review Jan 2025
+1
5.0 of 5 bubbles
The best place to travel is with a one-year-old and if you don't want to be disappointed with a holiday to the Maldives, here you are.
Choosing a place to relax with a small child, almost immediately stopped their choice in Maldives, except for the flight, it is a comfortable climate, minimal time difference and the gentlest ocean without waves. The resort is mandatory, the first time in Maldives had to be exactly like the picture.
Hotel Candima, bribed with its varied entertainment and 3 km of island, which meant that we would always find something to do and how interesting to have a time.
We weren't wrong to return home for a long time missing the hotel, the sympathetic staff and the gentle ocean that was right under the windows.
We were greeted like stars when we arrived on the island. We were met by Malika, a Russian-speaking hotel employee who answered all our questions, took into account our wishes and was always attentive to the holidaymakers.
We were quickly moved into our SKY Studio suite. The room was very comfortable and everything was provided (iron, ironing board, dishes, kettle), daily cleaning, which faithfully washed all the sand from the room that we brought from the beach.
There are several restaurants with a variety of cuisines on the island. A large children's centre where you can spend time with your child. Many activities for adults: go-karting, snorkelling, diving, not to mention fitness club and sports events.
And it's amazing that there's a feeling on the island that people aren't there at all, you meet them, only in restaurants.
Thank you Kandima for our beautiful holiday, remember fondly ❤️
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Date of stay: November 2024
5.0 of 5 bubblesValue
5.0 of 5 bubblesRooms
5.0 of 5 bubblesLocation
5.0 of 5 bubblesCleanliness
5.0 of 5 bubblesService
5.0 of 5 bubblesSleep Quality
Trip type: Traveled with family
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Ирина Г wrote a review Sep 2024
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Were on my daughter's recommendation, the vacation was a success - a great hotel on a paradise island. No cons were found from the word at all, the food is great - for breakfast the variety of green salads with the same variety of sauces kept European cuisine from being missed. For dinner, there is always seafood and an abundance of fish, especially tuna in different variations speaks to the professionalism of a cook who understands that only Asian food does not suit everyone. You don't feel it here, you can always find delicious food for every taste. The cleaning of the rooms is quality, the kindness of the service personnel sets up a positive and good mood. It is nice that there is a Russian-speaking manager at the reception Camila, who will always answer your questions and wishes any day or night. Another great advantage of this hotel is the Ocean Entrance , which is just perfect, which allows you to walk all the time on the gentle sand, forgetting the shoes. Rooms are spacious, and most importantly, when the hotel is busy it feels like a desert island, the location of all guests is so well thought out that it gives you the opportunity to be alone with your family, your thoughts and the beautiful ocean that surrounds this wonderful island on which Candima is located. We will definitely come back and recommend this paradise to all our loved ones.
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Date of stay: September 2024
5.0 of 5 bubblesValue
5.0 of 5 bubblesRooms
5.0 of 5 bubblesLocation
5.0 of 5 bubblesCleanliness
5.0 of 5 bubblesService
5.0 of 5 bubblesSleep Quality
Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Nir M wrote a review Aug 2024
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Me, my husband and our 7-year-old daughter stayed at Kandima in August 2024. We booked trusting the reviews found on the internet and for the very competitive prices for what it offers and I must say we were really satisfied. The Resort is spread over a strip of land about 2 km long and therefore is very large and structured, but nevertheless, it allows you to have the privacy you need to enjoy a relaxing holiday. I don't know if in high season and with a higher number of tourists, it's the same thing, but I must say that despite it being August, it still had several guests. The structure also offers an entertainment service for children in a special area, which guarantees children different activities to do and many games. The staff is very helpful and courteous and the activities to do on site are really many. The cuisine is mainly international with some Italian connotations, but we always found a lot of variety and cleanliness.
Overall so we were very pleased. The only room for improvement that I would like to emphasize, is a greater timeliness on the part of the structure in responding to emails sent by guests, but within a couple of days they still respond.

P.s. Special thanks to Song who always welcomed us in the room with a beautiful smile and so much availability!
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Date of stay: August 2024Trip type: Traveled with family
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Алина Г wrote a review Oct 2024
Novosibirsk, Russia
+1
5.0 of 5 bubbles
The Maldives is called “paradise on Earth” for good reason! Crystal clear sea, snow white coral beaches, delicious food and drinks - all you will find at the Candima Hotel.
Rooms are modern, comfortable pillows, cleaning and towel replacement daily, bottled drinking water is provided. Accommodation is available in both small buildings and secluded villas.
Visited all the restaurants on the island: a varied menu, a good wine map, the lobster was unforgettable.
Sunsets were spent by the pool, to pleasant music with refreshing cocktails... in moments like this you know what a real rest of the soul and body is!
I should note that there is a Russian-speaking manager, Malika was in touch all the time.
We had a great vacation, I recommend to each and every one! ♥️
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Date of stay: October 2024Trip type: Traveled with family
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Alpesh M wrote a review Aug 2024
Coventry, United Kingdom
+1
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Just returned from a fantastic stay at Kandima Maldives, even allowing for a few rainy days, it has been a wonderful holiday. We’ve always heard that Maldives was beautiful, and even though we didn’t explore much it is definitely an island paradise. The initial journey is long - be prepared for transfers and multiple flights if flying from the UK. On arrival the welcome is very friendly and personal - a big thank you to Rashid here.

Our room was well presented and spacious, although there was a slight leak from the fridge. The food was very good at all the restaurants - two highlights for me were the sea bass at Azure and the mango dessert at the Seadragon. However our personal favourite restaurant was Flavour - for my son the Wok food was a particular highlight. The restaurant may be a buffet, possibly not to everyone’s taste, however the food was good and the staff were amazing.

Obviously it is difficult to name names without missing someone but a big thank you to Ruwan and the dining team Dilshan, Sandia and Suraj, especially taking into account the dietary requirements. The restaurant staff including Chippu, Smriti, Yoon, Sunny, Sanah and Song - apologies to everyone else who I have missed - were all friendly and happy to help.

The pool was very good, and our son had a great time playing which always makes a holiday go more smoothly. The pool could use a shower towards the other end though.

The bars were pleasant enough and the evening entertainment was fine, the local bands were also very enjoyable. A big thanks too to Siddath and Ida at the beach bar, they always knew my order.

One tip for honeymooners, this is a family resort, there will be children there. It was fine for us, but I heard that there are people who come to the resort expecting adults only. It’s not a hidden secret, just read the brochure properly.

Overall it was a great holiday made even better by such positive customer service. Just one small suggestion - i understand that it is a big resort but sometimes our room wasn’t made up by the time we got back, and being a beach resort sand gets everywhere. Once the housekeeping staff were done it was all good, but we had to chase things up a few times. If we didn’t have to do this it would have been 5 stars from us.

Nonetheless it was a great stay and we hope to go back again in the future. Thank you to the staff at Kandima Maldives.
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Date of stay: August 2024
4.0 of 5 bubblesValue
5.0 of 5 bubblesRooms
5.0 of 5 bubblesLocation
4.0 of 5 bubblesCleanliness
5.0 of 5 bubblesService
4.0 of 5 bubblesSleep Quality
Trip type: Traveled with family
Room Tip: Family friendly, so not optimal for honeymooners
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Response from Tom van Tuijl, General Manager at Kandima Maldives
Responded Aug 16, 2024
Hi 332alpeshm, Your detailed feedback about your recent stay at Kandima Maldives is highly appreciated. It's heartening to read that our island paradise left a positive impression on you, despite the weather. We're glad that the journey, although long, was worth it and that our team, especially Rasheed, provided you with a warm welcome. It's also pleasing to know that the room met your expectations, and your dining experiences at Azure, Seadragon, and particularly at Flavour, were enjoyable. I will make sure to pass on your thanks to Ruwan, Dilshan, Sandia, Suraj, Chippu, Smriti, Yoon, Sunny, Sanah and Song. Thank you also for your appreciative words about the pool facilities and the evening entertainment. I'm sure Siddath and Ida at the beach bar will be happy to know that their service stood out for you. Your feedback regarding the housekeeping schedule has been noted. We understand that small details can make a significant difference in the overall holiday experience. We're thrilled that you're considering a return visit to Kandima Maldives, and we look forward to providing you with another memorable experience. Kind regards, Tom van Tuijl General Manager - Kandima Maldives
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Abby C wrote a review May 2024
Carlisle, United Kingdom
+1
5.0 of 5 bubbles
We have had the most amazing honeymoon. We stayed in a water villa all dine (all inclusive) with swirl pool which was stunning always clean the views were perfect. We had a lovely greeting from the buddy’s at HQ with a refreshing drink & towel.
We had snorkelling equipment for the whole time so we were able to see all the tropical fish a step into the ocean from our room. Also a hop on hop off bus to get you where you wanted to be was a great touch. Or a gorgeous walk along the white beach.
The food was always delicious we went to all the restaurants on the island you needed to book a table for the al a cart restaurant which was so easy to do on the island app or just calling by.
Each one had something different but as good as the next. We also enjoyed a honeymoon dinner in Azure which had a slightly different menu and was again beautiful. All the staff were so attentive to us ans Friendly we had great chat with them most days. Especially Hasan Omar & Afzal there was nothing ever a problem and they always had the biggest smiles to greet you. Their service was impeccable.

We enjoyed a relaxing 60minute honeymoon massage which was something we had not realised we needed! The girls were amazing at what they done and had us feeling so relaxed.

There was plenty of activities to get involved in. I done some aqua fitness there was a gym with air on and new equipment yoga classes etc.
also lots of water sports and trips. We had a sunset cruise included then we paid extra to do the dolphin quest and it did not disappoint. We seen a group of bottle nose dolphins and the guys were great at knowing where to locate them.
So much amazing wildlife to see shell crabs baby sharks tropical fish lizards and so on. We had a couple of days with rain clouds and a few storms at night but still didn’t dull our time at all! The rest of the 9 days were glorious.
Thank you so much to everyone at Kandima we couldn't of asked for a better more luxurious holiday to celebrate. And hopefully we will return in the future
Damian & Abby Childs xox
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Date of stay: May 2024
5.0 of 5 bubblesValue
5.0 of 5 bubblesRooms
5.0 of 5 bubblesLocation
5.0 of 5 bubblesCleanliness
5.0 of 5 bubblesService
5.0 of 5 bubblesSleep Quality
Trip type: Traveled as a couple
Room Tip: Mainly American Dollars are used here they don’t take their own native currency.
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Response from Tom van Tuijl, General Manager at Kandima Maldives
Responded Jun 3, 2024
Hi AbbyT294, Your delightful narrative of your honeymoon stay with us at Kandima Maldives truly warmed our hearts. It fills us with joy to hear that our water villa, complete with a swirl pool, offered the perfect setting for your romantic escape. Our team at HQ, especially Hasan, Omar, and Afzal, will be thrilled to know that their friendly and attentive service made such a positive impact on your stay. It's wonderful to know that you enjoyed the refreshing drinks, towels, and the convenience of our hop-on-hop-off bus. We're also glad that you savored our delicious culinary offerings at the different restaurants across the island. Your kind words about the Azure honeymoon dinner and the ease of booking using our island app are much appreciated. It's great to hear that you took advantage of the snorkeling equipment and were able to observe the stunning marine wildlife right from your room. We're pleased that you also got to experience the aqua fitness, gym facilities, yoga classes, and water sports, not forgetting the breathtaking sunset cruise and dolphin quest. Your words serve as a reminder of what we aim to do here at Kandima Maldives - create vibrant, luxurious, and unforgettable experiences for our guests. We are grateful for your glowing recommendation and look forward to welcoming you back for another memorable stay in the future. Kind regards, Tom van Tuijl General Manager - Kandima Maldives
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Татьяна З wrote a review Nov 2023
+1
2.0 of 5 bubbles
This is not about the Maldives at all.
I do not advise.
Mass hotel like in Turkey
I'll start in order:
The flight was delayed, lunch had already ended, upon arrival they could not even offer to feed at least the children, and there were no snacks to be found between lunches and dinners.
The island is dirty, there is a lot of old greenery, of course they pretend to take care of it, but everything is covered in rotten and dry leaves.
We had a sunset villa with pool 547. There are a lot of mosquitoes, at the entrance to the room in the morning you are greeted by a bunch of dead huge ants.
During the week the bed sheets were never changed, only superficial cleaning.
I'm not talking about the pool, no one has ever come to clean it. Other hotels clean every day.
Minibar: beer, mini bottle of white and red wine, 1 bounty, 1 Snickers, cola, Fanta and Sprite. They replenish it once a day, carefully and according to the bill; no one will give you an additional bottle of wine. And it’s not that we like to drink, we just know how it is in other hotels.

You cannot swim on the other side of the island at dawn, not a single tour operator talks about this, the waves there are very strong. Be careful. Even on the sunset side at night, the audibility is as if in a water villa.

On the island at the end there is construction going on, every morning at 7 am a tractor pleases with its passage))))) the concept is not about the privacy and silence of the guests.

Nutrition:
Same thing every day.
There is simply no choice.
In the morning, the waiters won’t even offer coffee or tea if you ask for tea or coffee: go pour it yourself.
Well, in my opinion, even in Turkey they pour tea.
So this is not about service and not about the Maldives.
The shore itself from the sunset side is relatively clean, with traces from the tractor))))
If you like to swim, this is also not the place, at most you will go waist deep and then the corals.
Throw away your money here.
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Date of stay: November 2023Trip type: Traveled with family
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Anastasia T wrote a review Aug 2024
5.0 of 5 bubbles
It was our third time visiting Maldives and to be honest, this was the first time in Kandima and we absolutely loved it. Even though previous hotels were more expensive but they are nothing compared to this one! First of all, service is amazing! The quality of food, entertainment, little things like enough drinking water in the hotel room, absolutely convenient bracelets instead of cards to unlock the door, that letter that team sends when you leave - all those small details made our stay completely unforgettable. I enjoyed that you can swim a lot: when you go deeper in water, it is usually sand, so you can't hurt yourself. There are two big swimming pools, absolutely stunning nature, not many insects or birds/animals - that was good for us. You have an iron in the room and even beach slippers. Shampoo, conditioner and shower gel was more than enough, cleaning was good (even though we would have appreciated if bed sheets had been changed at least once). Spa is really nice, but please make sure next time you warn about some extra taxes as it wasn't nice. Apart from it, I would say hotel is 4.8/5, staff at the restaurant is really nice, and you would never be hungry there. Weather was a bit rainy, so I think it is better to visit this place from October to April, we were in August and it was sunny and rainy 50:50.
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Date of stay: August 2024
5.0 of 5 bubblesValue
5.0 of 5 bubblesRooms
4.0 of 5 bubblesLocation
4.0 of 5 bubblesCleanliness
5.0 of 5 bubblesService
5.0 of 5 bubblesSleep Quality
Trip type: Traveled with family
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Response from Tom van Tuijl, General Manager at Kandima Maldives
Responded Aug 28, 2024
Hello anastasiatA31471C, Thank you for sharing your detailed review. We're delighted to hear that you had such a positive experience at Kandima Maldives and appreciated the service, amenities, and thoughtful details. Your feedback on the bed sheets and spa taxes is noted and will be addressed. We look forward to welcoming you back for another memorable stay in the future. Kind regards, Tom van Tuijl General Manager - Kandima Maldives
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Michelle asked a question Oct 2024
Nuneaton, United Kingdom20 contributions9 helpful votes
Is this hotel ok for people with mobility problems
nino t wrote a tip Yesterday
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5.0 of 5 bubbles
"all inclusive is a must have. Enjoy your trip. Its my second time on maldives and again unforgettable."
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Sudeep kumar Dey wrote a tip Feb 8
West Bengal, India4 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
"Amazing arrengement.. Beautiful vive..like photo shot..movie shot in beach..Company get-together...Company metting arrrenge... organisation "
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Suma wrote a tip Feb 8
Melbourne, Australia1 contribution
5.0 of 5 bubbles
"Nothing"
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Shalima S wrote a tip Feb 6
4 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
"I booked this last minute to avoid the storms. The weather is very unpredictable now"
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Jennifer M wrote a tip Jan 2025
Brussels, Belgium56 contributions12 helpful votes
5.0 of 5 bubbles
"Kandima staff will meet you at the airport in male"
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PRICE RANGE
$220 - $416 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
FORMERLY KNOWN AS
Kandima Resort - Holidays Selections
LOCATION
MaldivesDhaalu AtollKandima
NUMBER OF ROOMS
270
Prices are the average nightly price provided by our partners and may not include all taxes and fees. Taxes and fees that are shown are estimates only. Please see our partners for more details.
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KANDIMA MALDIVES - Updated 2025

Frequently Asked Questions about Kandima Maldives
What are some of the property amenities at Kandima Maldives?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include a swimup bar, free wifi, and a pool.
Which room amenities are available at Kandima Maldives?
Top room amenities include a minibar, air conditioning, and a flat screen TV.
What food & drink options are available at Kandima Maldives?
Guests can enjoy a swimup bar, an on-site restaurant, and a lounge during their stay.
What are some restaurants close to Kandima Maldives?
Conveniently located restaurants include Breeze Pool Bar, Flavour, and Zest.
Are there opportunities to exercise at Kandima Maldives?
Yes, guests have access to a pool, a fitness center, and fitness classes during their stay.
Does Kandima Maldives have airport transportation?
Yes, Kandima Maldives offers airport transportation for guests. We recommend calling ahead to confirm details.
Are any cleaning services offered at Kandima Maldives?
Yes, dry cleaning and laundry service are offered to guests.
Does Kandima Maldives offer any business services?
Yes, guests have access to a business center and a banquet room during their stay.
Which languages are spoken by the staff at Kandima Maldives?
The staff speaks multiple languages, including English, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Russian, and Chinese.
Does Kandima Maldives have any great views?
Yes, guests often enjoy the ocean view available here.
Is Kandima Maldives accessible?
Yes, it offers wheelchair access, reduced mobility rooms, and facilities for disabled guests. For specific inquiries, we recommend calling ahead to confirm.
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