Kuramathi Island Resort

This blog is all about my last trip to the Maldives. I stayed in kuramathi Island Resort. I was on holidays with my loving wife. Both of us were truly enthusiastic about the holidays.

So it all began at Roissy Charles de Gaulle Terminal 1, the long awaited day has finally arrived. After multiple checks, we are already inside the Airbus A340-600 Qatar Airways Company bound for Malé, the capital of Maldives. The flight interspersed with a brief stop at night in Doha, capital of Qatar. The airport was really comfortable and well air conditioned. The sun rose, and finally allowed us to fly above our first atolls, only this time we were not dreaming.

Ultimately we reached Kuramathi and its arrival pontoon rise majestically before our eyes. A charming hostess greeted us with a smile and led us to the grand reception entirely of wood, in earthy beige. What surprised us was the size of the island! The island is so great that we were led by buggy (golf cart type) to our Water Villa. The door opened into a great room, a refinement unparalleled: flat screen, hi-fi art, mini bar, bathroom design, jacuzzi on the terrace, welcome message on the Great bed. Kuramathi was completely renovated and it was evident  everywhere. One that has been on my find ever since I stepped on Maldives was snorkeling. So not wasting a single minute, I took a wholesome shower, and plunged into the turquoise waters of the lagoon for the first splash on the house reef. I hallucinated that we saw two turtles, a black tip shark and group of fish like triggerfish, surgeons ...

After a good swimming session, we started to explore the island and we ended up discovering a sumptuous hotel immersed in lush vegetation. What was nice about the island was that the owners had left many places completely preserved. So it felt like that we were on an uninhabited island.

There were many types of villas cleverly scattered over the island. They had beautiful and tempting outlook, and passing them without squinting at them was next to impossible.

There were 10 restaurants to choose from including three main restaurants (I recommend the steak

Island BBQ, the server flambe dishes in front of you). In fact, depending on the villa you have booked, the hotel would assign a restaurant for the duration of your stay. If you choose to take the all-inclusive select, you will still have the possibility to book any of the restaurants on the island.

And do not miss

-Water sports available are numerous (windsurfing, sailing, glass bottom boat, canoeing, banana boat, water skiing, catamaran).

-Visit the Spa (relaxation assured, massage is complemented by a warm bath, scented, with a glass of sparkling wine and fresh fruit available.

Here's a quick summary of my experience at Kuramathi Island Resort. We loved it and recommend it as a value for money. It was excellent and a memorable experience, which has definitely increased our standards for the demand for luxury. The Exceptional and hospitable service won our hearts and it was with regret that we left the island.

I hope my blog will inspire you to visit the island for yourself and live a experience worth enjoying in life.

Top 10 luxury hotels in the Maldives

The Maldives is one of the best picture-perfect destinations. It has high standards of luxury hotels and spectacular diving locations. It is one place full of colors – the iridescent turquoise waters, the vivid greens of the palm trees and mangrove, and the brilliant white of the powdery sands. The Maldives might have close to 150 hotels, each on its own private island, but no two islands are the same…

Coco Palm Bodu Hithi

The Coco palm Bodu Hithi is has luxuries and spacious open= plan beach viilas. This place is an epitome of luxury. The villas have beamed ceilings, an enormous round tub in the centre of the room and the pièce de resistance, a large private pool enclosed in a small garden. You will always be welcomed with hospitality along with a little local Maldivian music to make you experience the true luxury.

Cocoa Island

Cocoa islands from the Hong kong based COMO group is one of the most luxuries and bright hotels in the archipelago. The hotels have ocean villa rooms shaped like dhoni, typical Maldivian wooden fishing boats, and one of the most beautiful lagoons in the country. The hotels also features spa facilities with hydrotherapy pool and massage therapists.

Naladhu

Nalandu is an exclusive island of private luxury villas which is operated by the Anantara group. It key features that sets it apart from others are is its breathtaking glass- encased private Cleopatra bath looking out of the sea and it cosy colonial style decoration.

Huvafen Fushi

Huvafen Fushi is an extremely popular hotel that has succeeded in making every hotel hotlist on the planet. It is owned by the Per Aquum group. The Hotel has a refreshing and elegant outlook, which imparts a feeling of realization and comfort to the tourists. Its underwater Spa is  highly recommended.

Shangri-La Villingili

The Shangri-La Villigili is located to the very south of the Maldives, which makes reaching here a little time consuming. But it is well said that great things comes with great price. Its large verdant exotic island and luxurious tree house villas with infinity edged pools overlooking the surrounding mangrove forest are worth it. The Shangri-La’s peripheral location also means it is a diving haven for amateurs and professionals alike.

Park Hyatt Hadahaa

It takes a while to reach this paradisaical state-of-the-art hotel as it is located to the north extremity of the country. But this is actually a paradise in disguise as it gives Hadahaa its isolated ‘castaway’ ambiance. It flaunts its incredible design features like the over sized upside down dhoni which acts as the reception. Its modern art design gives this hotel a slick edge that sets it apart from all other Hotels.

Gili Lankanfushi

The Gili Lankanfushi is an impressive example of design and nature working together in perfect harmony. The view from large tree houses over the incredible surrounding lagoons creates a beautiful image in the mind of the viewer which is a treasure for life.

Mirihi Island

This place might appear small and may not have flashy facilities like its surrounding hotels, but Mirihi is a full deserving hotel and a contender for top Hotels in Maldives. Personal and warm service, the complete break-away atmosphere, and the attention to detail, makes this place unforgettable for the visitors.

Conrad Rangali

The Conrad Rangali is one of the largest hotels in Maldives. This place has true people pleaser features be it the world-famous Ithaa underwater restaurant or the dazzling range of accommodations.The hotel comprises two islands linked via a bridge from which you can see enormous sting rays in the evenings.

Anantara Kihavah

Kihavah is just a perfect place for a romantic break in complete privacy as the water villas are completely self-sufficient. Each has its own private infinity edged pool – the largest private pools in the Maldives – that blends in perfectly with the turquoise lagoon.

Where to go in the Maldives

Planning for a holidays to Maldives? Well it just got a whole lot easier with Antilogvacations. Here is a list of the top picks for every type of traveller.

Reethi Rah

This all-villa resort is an exclusive and spacious private escape. It is extremely close to Malé which makes it convenient for families with babies or younger children. The resort’s facilities for kids are pretty impressive. The KidsOnly Club has its own pool and restaurant with activities that include tennis and swimming lessons, sushi-making and even special day trips. There are also a range of activities and trips for the whole family including diving, dolphin tours, fishing charters and sunset sails on traditional Maldivian dhonis.

The resort is comprised of 130 thatched-roof beach and overwater villas. Spa treatments can be enjoyed in an overwater suite at the spa, and there are yoga, tai chi and pilates classes available. Dining options include a specialty Japanese restaurant over the sea, and a boho-chic, sand-between-the-toes restaurant set up on the beach featuring Arabian delights.

Best for: Those looking for reuniting and spending some time with the whole family, as well as kid-only activities so parents can indulge in some pampering and relaxation as well.

Reethi Rah’s KidsOnly Club

Maalifushi 

by COMO

Infinity plunge pools at Maalifushi

This is the newest addition to the Maldives, Maalifushi, by COMO. Located in the pristine Thaa Atoll, Maalifushi is situated near some impressive surf breaks, a string of uninhabited nearby islands, and is in an area where whale shark sightings are common.

Maalifushi consists of 66 overwater and garden villas and suites, all with equally spectacular views: either of lush wide open areas of land where children can play, or directly out to sea which is ideal for couples. For those looking forward to the resort group’s award-winning spa facilities, the COMO Shambhala Retreat at Maalifushi will not disappoint. There are eight overwater, ocean-facing treatment rooms, steam rooms, pool, and an open air yoga pavilion.

It is best for those interested in health and wellness, who like being ahead of the curve in terms of discovering new properties.

                                                       The famous COMO Shambhala Spa

Gili Lankanfushi

Relaxation is paramount

Gili Lankanfushi is the best example of barefoot luxury. Located just 20-minutes by speedboat from Malé, this resort is set in one of the largest lagoons in the Maldives. The 45 luxurious villas are seriously oversized, and some are on private islands only accessible by boat. The resort also features its own PADI diving school and a range of other watersports, activities, tennis courts and a freshwater swimming pool. The spa also has a glass floor so you can watch the fish swim by below as you indulge in your treatments.

Gili Lankanfushi follows a ‘no shoes, no news’ philosophy. Essentially, guests are encouraged to kick off their shoes, leave their computers at home, switch off their iPhones, and really embrace the laidback, stress-free nature of island life!

It is a must forhHoneymooners and couples who love rustic luxury and are looking to really switch off and enjoy their time away from the rest of the world.

Four Seasons Explorer

    The Explorer Suite

For those looking to really explore this island nation in style, the most elegant way is to cruise around aboard a super yacht. The Four Seasons Explorer is a floating resort with 10 spacious state rooms and the ultra-luxurious Explorer Suite, all decked out with contemporary teak furnishings and Indian fabrics with stunning views from their large port windows.

Dive enthusiasts will love the fully-equipped onboard PADI dive centre offering 3 dives per day. The Explorer is the fastest-cruising live aboard in the Maldives, giving guests access to some of the country’s most secluded dive spots – channel dives with sharks and rays, cleaning station, wrecks, and coral overhangs.  There is also a spa therapist onboard for some post-dive pampering.

It is a honest recommendation for sailors, divers, and restless sea-lovers who can’t bear to be tied down to one location.

                                                     Pull up alongside isolated sandbars