Dhawa Ihuru - with Free Transport

Our stay at Dhawa Ihuru resort was fantastic in all aspects. After clearing the immigration formalities we were greeted by resort coordinator in front of the airport and half an hour speed boat ride later we were already drinking welcome cocktail on the island and listening to Elena about general information. We were two families on the speed boat and each was greeted individually making check-in pure pleasure with many woows. Villas are modern with room/garden service twice a day. The island is not big. Walking around takes around 10 min and swimming around the reef about an hour. There is a sister island 2 min boat ride away with a 7 times a day free boat ride back and forth. Both islands have a beautiful coral reef around them. There is no need for snorkeling trips. You can see big variety of marine life on the doorstep of your villa. Sharks (not dangerous), turtles, lobsters and more colorful fish that you can count. We were snorkeling at least twice a day. There is an in house marine lab. Marine biologist Henry told us many interesting things during his coral reef lecture and showed in person while snorkeling together. He even helped my daughter with her school project. There is a wide variety of activities. From massages in their spa centre to local music evenings and fishing trips. My son made life long memories while pulling big wahoos and a barracuda from the sea during big game fishing. Captain Matheen found the fish, made us feel comfortable and prepared tasty sunrise breakfast. Oh, and the food. Like dining in a Michelin star restaurant 3 times a day. Tropical fruit was amazing. Everyone from gardeners, waiters, cooks, bar-mans, receptionists to resort manager were honestly trying to make us happy. And they did.

Words cannot express how happy we are that we were in this hotel. I would like to express my gratitude to all the staff who work there: Mr. AMJAD who meet us at the airport and provided very high level of hospitality. A big big thanks for girls on reception (unfortunately I don’t remember the name but she is from Indonesia) for her hospitality and help. Especially thanks for all staff who work in the restaurant: Mr. Adam, Mr. HUSHAM, Mrs. SUJINA. Sorry if we didn’t mention someone cuz we don’t remember the name. A big thanks for the chefs who cooked for us amazing food. A la cart dinner night was super tasty. The location of the hotel is very convenient (25 minutes from Male by speedboat). The island is very cozy, clean, white sand everywhere, blue water. Very beautiful house reef. Thank you Ms. Chris at diving center (from China, sorry if the name is wrong) very friendly and helpful. Thank you very much to the girls at the spa for the super service and pleasant massage. Many thanks to the staff of housekeeping who cleaned the room twice a day. To the guys from the beach bar team: Mr. ROHIT, Mr. DAS, Mr. NISHANTH thank you so much, everyone is very caring, sociable and helpful. THANK YOU DHAWA IHURU it was unforgettable vacation with you!!!

The house reef is so beautiful for snorkeling.. literally ten steps away from the back door of your villa, five steps from your private beach with swing, enter the water and be amazed at the fish, turtles, reef sharks, and coral gardens. Every day the resort hosts an activity free of charge. Like kayak, sailing or a marine biology talk.

Beautiful villas. Amazing coral. Fantastic staff. Highly recommend.

The resort (around 40 rooms) is simply beautiful and a little piece of paradise. The gardeners and housekeepers definitely stand out for keeping such a meticulously clean and pleasant environment and the level of professionalism can be seen in the details all around the island and inside your bedroom. All staff is kind and care about the guests from arrival/pick up until the very last moment at departure. You can see that they all try their best to make you have the best possible experience. We are travelling with two small kids and everyone was extremely kind also with them. The coral reef is the nicest we have seen in the last years and right in front of your room you’ll be able to see sharks, rays, colorful fishes and sea turtles. Even my non swimmer 2 years old daughter could see all this without going underwater! The island is located less than half an hour from Male which makes it very comfortable to reach. We loved our stay and would definitely come back and recommend it