# 1 of 30 hotels in Male Atoll (South)

Holiday Inn Resort Kandooma Maldives(4 stars)

Kandooma Fushi - South Male Atoll - Republic of Maldives - www.holidayinnmaldives.com Show map
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  • There is nothing to complain about (6)
    "There is nothing to complain about" found in 6 reviews
    • " Just breathtakingly beautiful and relaxing! There is nothing to complain about ! We had a beach front pants directly at the beach the water villas. Perfect! 15 to 20 meters ... " 
      5.822222222222223
      March 2012
    • " Dream hotel , definitely again! " 
      5.944444444444444
      September 2012
    • " A really beautiful hotel , large, modern, beautiful, tasteful and clean rooms, dreamlike beach, very nice, helpful, ... " 
      5.944444444444444
      September 2012
    • " The hotel or the bungalows spread over the whole island. In the outdoor area the Duplexvillen (we had) and in the interior of the island, the normal bungalows. The hotel is very clean and neat, even if a few seaweeds washed ashore, are immediately a few man you from the sea to ... " 
      5.902777777777779
      April 2012
    • " ... buffet-main restaurant, 1 x pizza-Pasta and 1 x the kitchen-a la carte), they are all top! We booked half-board, more than adequate! All inclusive we would never forget and spend on drink can. the hotel is very clean and clean. There is everywhere the hand-sanitizer. The rooms are 2 days cleaned, there were ... " 
      5.666666666666667
      February 2012
    • " We had a great holiday . The accommodation, the food and the island are fantastic. Unfortunately the weather did not. ... " 
      5.666666666666667
      September 2011
  • Very tasty (3)
    "Very tasty" found in 3 reviews
    • " Very nice, modern and clean. Very nice stuff, speaking English very well. I agree - reception stuff not very open... We were half board, but dinning for lunch in Kandooma cafe - variety of fod - very tasty . We had beach sea view willas - I believe we were lucky to get the best view - villas no. ... " 
      6
      April 2011
    • " Variety of food everyday. I have asked for fresh passion fruits and they were availably next morning for breakfast !!! Beach restaurant - very good food , though quite expensive - Kandooma cafe food was enaough not to born yourself and get some weight ! " 
      6
      April 2011
    • " ... (we had) and in the interior of the island, the normal bungalows. The hotel is very clean and neat, even if a few seaweeds washed ashore, are immediately a few man you from the sea to 'fish'. The food is also great , no huge buffet but tastes simply everything. The guest structure was mixed, German, English, ... " 
      5.902777777777779
      April 2012
  • The staff are very friendly and accommodating (3)
    "The staff are very friendly and accommodating" found in 3 reviews
    • " the staff are very friendly and accommodating . On the coffee in the morning you had to wait a bit longer, but you're on vacation... all ... " 
      5.666666666666667
      February 2012
    • " Modern, stylish hotel, very clean and extremely courteous and friendly staff . The beach and the sea are a dream, the facilities and the buffet is varied and offers ... " 
      5.708333333333333
      June 2012
    • " Without effort any price-it matches the hotel chain. Unbelievably eager and friendly staff " 
      5.291666666666667
      March 2011

Hotel review overview

Average
rating

Rating by categories

  • Hotel in general
    5.6
  • Room
    5.6
  • Service
    5.5
  • Location
    5.2
  • Gastronomy
    5.5
  • Sport
    5.4

Rating breakdown

  • Excellent
    41
  • Very Good
    5
  • Acceptable
    1
  • Poor
    1
  • Terrible
    0
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The most helpful favorable review

5.902777777777779
1 out of 1 people found this review helpful

The hotel or the bungalows spread over the whole island. In the outdoor area the Duplexvillen (we had) and in the interior of the island, the normal bungalows. The hotel is very clean and neat, even if a few seaweeds washed ashore, are immediately a few man you from the sea to 'fish'. The food is also great, no huge buffet but tastes simply everything. The guest structure was mixed, German, English, Austrian, Asian... All friendly and comfortable on …  read more

The most helpful critical review

3.9055555555555554
1 out of 9 people found this review helpful

The hotel is a bit far away from times (45 minute with speedboat), the island is very small and there was no shopping possibilities (a mini-store). Almost all sports or leisure deals are available for a fee (high). Trip to the neighboring island costs per person 25 USD (is right across the street-one could even hinschwimmen). Trip to male costs 80 USD/person... No closet and bath in the villas. It is only with a broom cleaned, and it was not cleaned. Cups …  read more

Summary of guest reviews by categories

Hotel in general
  • " We had a great holiday. The accommodation, the food and the island are fantastic. Unfortunately the weather did not. ... "  Read more
    5.666666666666667
    September 2011
  • " The hotel or the bungalows spread over the whole island. In the outdoor area the Duplexvillen (we had) and in the interior of the island, the normal bungalows. The hotel is very clean and neat, even if a few seaweeds washed ashore, are immediately a few man you from the sea to ... "  Read more
    5.902777777777779
    April 2012
  • " Dream hotel, definitely again! "  Read more
    5.944444444444444
    September 2012
  • " A really beautiful hotel, large, modern, beautiful, tasteful and clean rooms, dreamlike beach, very nice, helpful, ... "  Read more
    5.944444444444444
    September 2012
  • " Just breathtakingly beautiful and relaxing! There is nothing to complain about! We had a beach front pants directly at the beach the water villas. Perfect! 15 to 20 meters ... "  Read more
    5.822222222222223
    March 2012
  • " ... buffet-main restaurant, 1 x pizza-Pasta and 1 x the kitchen-a la carte), they are all top! We booked half-board, more than adequate! All inclusive we would never forget and spend on drink can. the hotel is very clean and clean. There is everywhere the hand-sanitizer. The rooms are 2 days cleaned, there were ... "  Read more
    5.666666666666667
    February 2012
  • " Times is roughly about 35 kilometer away from kandooma. From time to time you see an airplane fly past, but definitely not disturbing is. There is a small shop on the island. Many excursions were offered. We have however only the dolphin-cruise used. And ... "  Read more
    6
    February 2012
  • " Without effort any price-it matches the hotel chain. Unbelievably eager and friendly staff "  Read more
    5.291666666666667
    March 2011
  • " Modern, stylish hotel, very clean and extremely courteous and friendly staff. The beach and the sea are a dream, the facilities and the buffet is varied and offers ... "  Read more
    5.708333333333333
    June 2012
  • " the staff are very friendly and accommodating. On the coffee in the morning you had to wait a bit longer, but you're on vacation... all ... "  Read more
    5.666666666666667
    February 2012
  • " ... (we had) and in the interior of the island, the normal bungalows. The hotel is very clean and neat, even if a few seaweeds washed ashore, are immediately a few man you from the sea to 'fish'. The food is also great, no huge buffet but tastes simply everything. The guest structure was mixed, German, English, ... "  Read more
    5.902777777777779
    April 2012
  • " Very nice, modern and clean. Very nice stuff, speaking English very well. I agree - reception stuff not very open... We were half board, but dinning for lunch in Kandooma cafe - variety of fod - very tasty. We had beach sea view willas - I believe we were lucky to get the best view - villas no. ... "  Read more
    6
    April 2011
  • " Variety of food everyday. I have asked for fresh passion fruits and they were availably next morning for breakfast !!! Beach restaurant - very good food, though quite expensive - Kandooma cafe food was enaough not to born yourself and get some weight ! "  Read more
    6
    April 2011
Hugo
Italy
  • Couple
  • Age 36-40
2 Other hotel reviews
4.9
Rated:  
  • 1 week
  • Beach
  • Hotel recommended
Overall good hotel, can be recommended. Overall, the Maldives a small paradise for itself, all the same in which hotel one is... … read more
Susanne
Germany
  • Couple
  • Age 46-50
1 Other hotel reviews
6.0
Rated:  
  • 2 weeks
  • Beach
  • Hotel recommended
A great vacation in a great hotel. The staff very friendly, the food great (we had all-inclusive) Everything extremely clean We had a overwater bungalow with very lots of space, very bright and you could directly from the terrace fish to see. The well-kept beach, with a few meters swim out you could mantas, rays, turtles and small sharks see. 100%further recommendation, we will be back! … read more
Georg
Germany
  • Couple
  • Age 36-40
2 Other hotel reviews
5.8
Rated:  
  • 2 weeks
  • Beach
  • Hotel recommended
In sum very good. The hotel and the diving school are great run. Small drawbacks for: - at the atollaußenseite is no beach - there is no house reef. There are but at least daily a small, free pool. - quite a lot of chinese, the partly impossible behaved. … read more
5.0
Rated:  
  • 1 week
  • Beach
  • Hotel recommended
I can in all respects with the last report. Only the eating and drinking to all inclusive is concerned, i must express to object : all inclusive meant Holiday Inn in other words, that it was only in the main restaurant 'kandooma café ', but not in the nearby 'bokkuraa coffee club' and not in the restaurant 'the kitchen ' without an extra charge food. We ate in the 'the kitchen' fed, which to our delight very classy and a pleasure was (in comparison to scant buffet in the main restaurant 'kandooma café '), but we had to in addition … read more
Michael
Germany
  • Couple
  • Age 41-45
3 Other hotel reviews
6.0
Rated:  
  • 2 weeks
  • Beach
  • Hotel recommended
There is only one thing to say... Perfect The friendliness of the staff from cleansers of the chairs at the beach to the manager the hotel i have never seen. Each will do its best to make the vacation perfect and without exception. One comes after some time even to talk with them which in turn the feeling from the 'welcome' more. After a few days notice you even the respective room number. The employees are increasingly coming from India, the asian room and of course the Maldives. Than language skills rich normal english completely. German hardly understood. For the child care there is a … read more
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Information about Holiday Inn Resort Kandooma Maldives

Hotel own description

  • What the hotel offers
    Holiday Day Inn Resort Kandooma Maldives is conveniently located on the South Malé Atoll, adjacent to world-class diving and surfing sites. It offers real value with a fresh, modern approach in a friendly environment. The hotel's practical comfort and modern design provide a haven for hard-working travellers seeking balance in their lives. Offering smart casual dining, extensive water sports and activities, dedicated kids services and a refreshing spa, Kandooma is the ideal gathering place for friends and families. Guests can choose to relax or enjoy an active getaway, knowing they will be genuinely welcomed and valued throughout their stay. Named after the abundant Kandoo tree, Kandooma welcomes you to stunning views of the Indian Ocean and soothing wave lullabies. Take your pick from 160 villas available in three different categories – any choice is a delight. All villas are designed with cool clean lines of whitewashed timber, and large picture windows that look out to the great blue outdoors. Grab your flippers and head on over. The perfect balance of relaxation and adventure awaits you!
  • Location
    Kandooma is probably the Maldives' most accessible and budget-friendly resort, and your holiday starts the minute you disembark from the plane. Kandooma Island lies 35km South of Malé International Airport, and in true tropical paradise fashion, the way to get here is via a 40-minute speedboat ride to the South Malé Atoll. Step of the boat and you'll find our friendly staff waiting to drive you and your luggage all the way to the resort. At Kandooma, you can start relaxing the moment you set foot on the island.
  • Accommodation
    The villas of Kandooma are built to meet the modern traveller's need for comfort, style, recreation and convenience. Inviting touches engage your senses. Whitewashed floorboards evoke fresh coolness yet offer warmth and texture to bare feet, while large picture windows beckon the sun right in. Choose from three different room types available – your home away from home in paradise. Standard amenities in all rooms include Air-conditioning, fully stocked mini bar, loose leaf tea, fresh ground coffee, fresh oranges and citrus press, telephone with IDD, private indoor or outdoor showers, flat screen television with local and satellite channels, complimentary wifi broadband, iPod docking station, in-room safety deposit box, news sheet in various languages, radio Kandooma access.
  • Food and Drink
    At Kandooma, simple pleasures are the order of the day. The resort offers a selection of several restaurants, diners and cafés, each with its own distinctive cuisine, aroma and character. Are you worn out by the day's activities, and loathe to leave the comfort of your villa home? No problem, 24-hour take-out service offers tantalising bites around the clock. To really settle in, order up a do-it-yourself barbecue delivered fresh to your doorstep.
  • Leisure
    Blessed by pristine beaches, beautiful skies and clear, sparkling oceans, the opportunities for recreation in Maldives are as varied as the corals beneath its waters. Kandooma offers much more. Here, you can pursue an adrenalin surge on a surfboard at 'Kandooma Right', dives at amazing dive sites nearby, by embarking on an enriching aqua safari with the marine biologist and many more...
  • Other facilities and services
    All staffs are very friendly and offer genuine service throughout your stay. There are people of about 18 different nationalities working at Kandooma. Therefore, several languages are spoken. What is waiting for you? • Wide range of watersports activities • Beach sports and games • Dive centre • Gymnasium • Kids club • The Kitchen – the resort's speciality restaurant featuring fresh seafood • The Deck – tapas and drinks with a panoramic view • Kandooma Cafe – main restaurant with theme nights • Kandooma Lounge – snacks, drinks and classic movies • Wine Room – wide range of old-world and new-world wines • Bokkuraa Coffee Club – fresh ground coffee, loose leaf teas, homemade pastry and icecreme • Pool Bar – outdoor barbecue and wood-fired pizzas • Villa barbecue • 24-hour room service • resort doctor • complimentary wi-fi throughout the resort
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Hotel description *

  • Location
    The beach is a 2-minute walk from the hotel doorstep. It is just a 40-minute speedboat ride from the airport to the South Malé Atoll. The hotel is located just 35 km south of Malé International Airport.
  • Facilities
    The atmosphere on the island is extremely easygoing. There is absolutely no pressure to do anything. The hotel's team of staff is extremely friendly and accommodating. The property itself comprises a total of 120 guest rooms. It provides guests with a comfortable base for a truly unforgettable stay. Facilities on offer include 24-hour reception, a café, a bar, a disco, a restaurant and room and laundry services.
  • Rooms
    The rooms in the hotel come under three different categories: standard rooms, beach superior rooms and bungalows. The rooms are all equipped with a shower, a ventilator and a terrace. A hairdryer, a direct dial telephone and a satellite/cable television also come as standard.
  • Sports/Entertainment
    The hotel has a wide range of entertainment options on offer, including waterskiing, canoeing, banana boating, windsurfing, catamaran sailing, sea fishing, canoeing, jet skiing, scuba diving and snorkelling. It has its own diving centre with a knowledgeable and friendly team of staff.
  • Meals
    The hotel offers a spacious restaurant with special buffet nights, as well as another lively restaurant, several beach bars and a coffee shop.
  • Payment
    MasterCard and VISA are accepted as methods of payment.
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Hotel amenities

  • Luggage room
  • Non-smoking room
  • Shops in the hotel
  • Business centre
  • Hotel safe
  • Internet
  • Lift
  • Air conditioning

Room amenities

  • Writing bureau
  • Additional childrens' bed
  • CD Player
  • Satellite TV
  • Fan
  • Minibar
  • Safe
  • Coffee and tea
  • Balcony
  • Terrace
  • Bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Electronic room keys
  • Private entrance
  • Wake up call/Alarm clock
  • Connecting rooms
  • Fire alarm

Gastronomy

  • Full board
  • Restaurant
  • Vegetarian dishes
  • Dishes for those with allergies
  • Hotel bar
  • Cafe
  • Number of cafes altogether: 1
  • Breakfast buffet

A choice of sports

  • Fitness centre
  • Outdoor pool
  • Tennis court
  • Number of tennis courts: 1
  • Equipment rental
  • Volleyball

Spa offers

  • Spa centre
  • Massages
  • Beauty treatments
  • Sauna
  • Number of saunas: 1
  • Steam room/ turkish bath
  • Whirlpool

Other hotel information

  • 24 hour reception
  • Evening programs and entertainment
  • Babysitting/Child services
  • Kids club (6-9 years)
  • Check out no later than: 12:00
  • Early check in
  • Late check out
  • Airport transfer
  • Shuttle bus transfer from the airport: charged
  • Express check in and check out
  • Eurocard/Mastercard
  • 24 hour security
  • Ocean
  • Ticket service
  • Information desk
  • Currency exchange
  • Children welcome
  • Wifi
  • Free Wifi access included
  • Newspaper
  • Laundry service
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