Holiday Inn Resort Kandooma

, South Male Atoll
4 star
Kandooma Fushi, South Male Atoll
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Exceeded expectations
November 2008: Kandooma may not have the best beaches compared to some resorts in the region but the hotel's fantastic boutique feel and cool design makes up for it. The Duplex Villa's are splendid and the housekeeping is second to none. The Beach Villas looked equally well positioned and as stylish. For active people there is plenty to do. Keen divers won't be disappointed with the Euro dive centre and it's brand new equipment and close proximity to famous sites. Daily snorkeling trips to nearby reefs are a must for those who... more
not a great one
we stayed at kandooma 2 weeks after the opening. the place is nice, clean and the rooms are great. we stayed in the duplex but i have to say that you don't get to spend to much time in the room if they are far away from the pool because there is nobody that can serve you anything on the other beaches....the island isn't big you can go around it in 20 min walk and go across it in 5. so when you get there request a room as close as you can to the main area. the island has organize trip for snorkelling lovers (there isn't anything to... more
Absolutely Amazing...
We went to Kandooma on our honeymoon for 6 nights in the 2nd week of August. And it was one of the most amazing holiday experiences of my life. I am from India & Maldives was my first choice for the honeymoon, but for some strange reason not many tour operators had details/rates for the resorts in Maldives. Everyone would keep us waiting with a standard reply of ‘we will get back to you’, with much difficulty we figured out that only Thomas cook from here could book us at a resort. In fact I would suggest anyone going from India... more
Teething problem but should get better...
We went to Kandooma on a soft opening promotion as such the rates for the rooms were deliciously good for the rooms we were getting. However aside from the rooms, the rest of the island wasnt much to shout about. We book a 3 nights on the beach villa which was great with the exception of the huge ants which were in the rooms. Granted this was suppose to be an island with bits of it raw culture ,still I didnt encountered that in the rooms at Angsana Ihuru although that resort too have big ants crawling outside just not in the rooms. <br... more
A boutique Resort in the middle of the Indian Ocean
The staff and facilities at Kandooma are doing a fantastic job of really differentiating themselves from the usual Maldives-resort experience. The attention to detail is quite remarkable and it has the feel of a boutique Hotel...but with the added resort-style facilities that are essential for such a remote location. Although it is only 2 months since opening, the emphasis has clearly been placed on offering a very personalised service to the Guests, and this is particularly evident in the way in which we were treated by the staff.<br... more
Defiantly recommend!
The Kandooma is a gorgeous hotel! and so is the island. everything is brand new, clean and modern with white and turquoise colours running throught the resort. The reception and main dinning room are like bee-hive design which really stands out and makes the island recognisable. The atmosphere is very relaxing and the views are beautiful as is the hotel. you can sit anywhere you like around the Island as there are sun loungers/ swings and hammocks everywhere so you can have your own private bit of beach. I think the pool has to be... more
Loved it, loved it - home away from home!
Sorry for the long review - but I feel it is needed! First impression: We arrived at the tiny Maldives airport tired and filled with anticipation. We were met by a representative of the hotel and taken to the Kandooma boat for our transfer. The 45 minute speedboat ride was very comfortable and we chatted with the Guest Relations Rep all the way back who pointed out all the diferent hotels as we went passed and the flying fish (which was a first for us). When we arrived at the hotel we were sat in the lounge area of reception,... more
Great except for the rats
We (my family with two young children) visited Kandooma resort, a new property for a few days in June 2008. The resort opened in March 2008. We stayed in a beach villa. The place is beautiful. The resort has many activities compared to others such as complementary nature walk, daily one-hour snorkeling trip. Plus, there is a full-time kids play center that can be used for free. The beach villa was absolutely immaculate and extremely well designed. For a first, it had a citrus presser that we could use to make orange juice (6 oranges a... more
Management response from kandoomanager

I would like to thank the reviewer for taking the time to provide this feedback and also for the many kind and complimentary comments made. We have received several emails inquiring about the rodent issue on the island as a result of this review. My thanks for this, the opportunity of responding to these concerns and explaining our position is very much appreciated. While the resort was under construction the rodent population was a significant issue. Construction housing and building rubble made for a good habitat for the animals. As soon as the building contractors began to leave the island we embarked on a programme to rid Kandooma of the pests. The efforts have been very effective and did dramatically reduce the numbers. At the time this review was published however it would have been less than candid of me to declare that they would not have been noticed. While it is unlikely that, at this stage, we are completely free of the rodents, I am able to honestly report that I have not seen any for the last two weeks. Our programme will continue unabated and in earnest to ensure that there is no resurgence of the population. We can assure current and future guests that the likely hood of coming across a rat is now minimal and diminishing with every day. I do hope this has gone some way to reassuring readers about Kandooma. Should there be any query on this or any other matter then they are most welcome to contact me directly at andrew.drummond@kandooma-maldives .com or my colleague Elizabeth Dass at elizabeth.dass@kandooma-maldives.com. Andrew Drummond General Manager

Great Resort - Poor location and dive sites
Kandooma was badly damaged by the Tsunami and only repoend on the first of June 2008 by Singapore owned Hotel Porperty Limited (HPL). Kandooma is a great resort. It deserves its 4.5*. It has a hip feeling and aimes at the well off 20's to 40's. I stayed at the Duplex bungalow which as great bedroom upstairs (LCD TV, open air rainshower, Italien Espresso, daily supply of oranges which can be freshy sqeezed, hand made cinammon soap, an Ipod docking station etc.) Downstairs is a living area with chairs, a daybed and a shower. Living rooma... more
Lovely Paradise!!!
Fantastic & Paradise!! This hotel should be a 5 star hotel and not 4!! We just return from Kandooma on 25June08. The service is great, hotel rooms are nicely modern decorated, every thing there is very unique and mostly are man made, the view is very stunning, the sea is so crystal clear and you will love it the moment you step out of the speed boat. Kandooma representative will be there for meet and assist (1 every couple/family), bring you to the receptionist area where the manager will come out and introduce himself and after some... more

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  • Address: Kandooma Fushi, South Male Atoll

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  • Bar/lounge
  • Beach
  • Fitness Centre
  • Free High-Speed Internet
  • Kids' Activities
  • Restaurant
  • Room Service
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  • Swimming Pool
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