kuramathi tourist island - kuramathi village reviews | Watch This Item.

Average Ratings
Customer Service8.3/10 Based on 15 ratings
Accommodation8.3/10 Based on 16 ratings
Resort8.5/10 Based on 16 ratings
Food8.6/10 Based on 16 ratings
Location8.8/10 Based on 15 ratings
Value for Money8.9/10
Overall rating8.1/10
88% Recommended21 out of 24 Reviews
Rate this item

24 Review Centre Kuramathi Tourist Island - Kuramathi Village Reviews

  • Full review by
    pilsbree
    on 23rd Dec 2008


    User Rating : 3
    Respect : 0

    Good Points: Beautiful island, beautiful rooms, varied dining options, all inclusive really means it (drinks-wise; in your own resort), Pio Valdez's guitar playing!

    Bad Points: Customer service appalling, allocated dining table, all inclusive not covering all the 3 areas, and only one restaurant in the Village.

    General comments: Problems started from arrival in Male (airport) where the arrivals clerk had no paperwork pertaining to our seaplane transfer. As such (and despite us having the relevant documentation ourselves) we were offered a chance to "get on the boat now as you are holding up the other people" or to wait 5 hours for the next scheduled seaplane (taxi service is not quite an accurate description). Arrival in Kuramathi was chaotic as there was not enough staff to process the amount of people that had just stepped off the speed boat (80ish) so the whole process took in excess of an hour. This first few hours in the Maldives did not set us up nicely to relax and as such any minor niggle became a major problem which the staff just were not able to deal with. (e.g Honeymoon fruit basket not put in the room which would not have been a problem until one of the staff asked how we had liked it! We were then given 3 different versions from 3 different staff members as to what we should have been entitled to which left us confused and as if we had stumbled into some sort of tropical Fawlty Towers episode! Questions relating to the spa were dealt with a grunt and us being directed to a folder on the other side of the reception lobby, our table in the restaurant was allocated and not up for re-assignment despite requests, drinks service was painfully slow in the main bar area (although the cocktails were fantastic and disturbingly strong !!) and the football songs from one group were wholly unwelcome. Maybe in Benidorm but not what you expect in the Maldives ! In short, great scenery, fantastic accommodation but surly, unhelpful staff made this an extremely unpleasant Maldivian honeymoon. My second experience after a perfect first one in Olhuveli is unlikely to tempt me back to the country. Sorry Pio !!
    pilsbree's review and ratings     | 358 words

  • Review by
    Guest.
    on 17th Oct 2008


    User Rating : 9
    Respect : 0

    Large Island, so the guests are quite spread out, if you move away from the beach where the bars are, you could be there on the beach on your own. All inclusive works well, better than others we have tried, if you just want simple drinks and a few cocktails then there is no need for any spending money. No shops. No Nightclub. Great Staff both Local and from Sri Lanka. They look after returning guests with top rate rooms and best tables. Food good. bad points, not there for long enough and mobile ...
    Guest's full review     | 138 words

  • Review by
    J Anniston
    on 21st Aug 2008


    User Rating : 9
    Respect : 0

    The All Inclusive, staff, romance, totally relaxing. Best holiday ever - paradise. Top tips: don't change £ to Maldivian currency, they only use US$. We enjoyed the All Inclusive, they had a 12 page cocktail list - hiccup! Saw sharks, fish, rays, lizards, geckos, fruit bats. So cool swimming with the sharks - they are completely harmless. Sea is like swimming in a bath, so warm and clear. The sand was almost white and felt like talcum powder. It is difficult to put the Maldives experience ...
    J Anniston's full review     | 137 words

  • Review by
    jasonfaz
    on 27th Apr 2008


    User Rating : 10
    Respect : 0

    Kuramathi Tourist Island - Kuramathi Village. Absolutely the best place ever just chill, relax and enjoy. Swim near the huts overlooking the sea and swim with turtles and sharks and lion fish etc etc etc just paradise
    jasonfaz's full review     | 50 words

  • Review by
    Kentish
    on 30th Oct 2007


    User Rating : 10
    Respect : 0

    What can I say, this island was just paradise on earth! I planned to go again this year but fell pregnant, never mind, I am sure we will be back there again very soon. Can't wait!
    Kentish's full review     | 48 words

  • Review by
    HansStewart Rank: Lance Corporal
    on 22nd Feb 2007


    User Rating : 10
    Respect : 0

    My wife and I have just returned from 2 weeks on Kuramathi. It was by far the best holiday, in the most fantastic location we have ever been on. Our accomodation was room 247 in the cottage and spa, a water bungalow, from which we could go down our own private steps into warm Azure water, teeming with marine life. The reef was a 2 minute snorkel away but can be tricky to get over at low tide, those with children should consider a boat trip, where I encountered grey tipped reef sharks and manta r ...
    HansStewart's full review     | 568 words

  • Review by
    DebbieandAl Rank: Lance Corporal
    on 19th Feb 2007


    User Rating : 10
    Respect : 0

    Kuramathi is very informal and you can relax in the truest sense of the word - this is what I call a proper holiday. Do as little as you like. As far as money is concerned if you don't want to spend another penny you don't need to. The rooms are very comfortable and all the staff are very friendly. Paradise and we'll be back soon...
    DebbieandAl's full review     | 85 words

  • Review by
    lynnystirlo
    on 18th Feb 2007


    User Rating : 8
    Respect : 0

    My advice to anyone is go and see for yourself and I am sure you will not be disappointed. We are retuning to The Village this April after trying Bandos Island last year, although Bandos was very very nice we just felt a bit more at home at Kuramathi, everyone was very friendly and it was just very laid back. Roll on April! We never had any trouble with paying extra for water when on the all inclusive package. I think as long as you do your research so you know exactly what to expect when you ge ...
    lynnystirlo's full review     | 158 words

  • Review by
    Gaster Rank: Corporal
    on 8th Jul 2006


    User Rating : 9
    Respect : 0

    We have been to Kuramathi Village 3 times now, and we are looking to book again soon. This is the most perfect location for a chill out holiday, with staff who want to make your stay as good as possible. The island is large enough to make it worthwhile going for a walk round it, to try to compensate for the excellent food. The rooms are cleaned twice a day, and the sheets are folded in intricate patterns. Talk to the staff, they will love you for it and make an extra effort for you. Go ou ...
    Gaster's full review     | 245 words | 3 comments added.

  • Review by
    Jean Saunders
    on 25th Jun 2006


    User Rating : 10
    Respect : 0

    The location of Kuramathi Village in the Maldives is absolutely wonderful. It is a large island with lots of space. We were told that it was fully booked, but some days we only saw other people at meal times. This island is a must for all romantics. All of the staff are without exception, from the Kuoni representative (Mr T), waiters, room boys and reception staff etc., were all eager to help us to enjoy our stay on the island, and they were always happy and smiling. A must for the romanti ...
    Jean Saunders's full review     | 324 words

  • Review by
    Gez1975 Rank: Corporal
    expert review Expert Review
    on 20th Jun 2006


    User Rating : 9
    Respect : +1

    SNORKELLING - The singular best thing for me was the amazing snorkelling off the island, fish of every variety and colour could be seen just 50 yards off shore. We also went on a cruise and had the amazing good fortune to be joined by a number of dolphin pods who proceeded to swim in the bow wave and leap out of the water every few seconds - out of this world!!! THE FOOD - If you opted for the buffet and avoided the stuff they made to cater specifically for the British/German/East European p ...
    Gez1975's full review     | 321 words | 1 comment added.

  • Review by
    MaggieE
    on 8th Jun 2006


    User Rating : 8
    Respect : 0

    Kuramathi Tourist Island i the Maldives is a really good holiday base. Having been to a large and small island previously, I have always steered away from Kuramathi as I knew it was a large island, but how wrong I was! It never felt large or full. The dining room felt relaxed, and so did the bar and the coffee shop. The staff were attentive, and to go all that way for just one week was great. I would recommend this island to anyone. Being a larger island, but being divided into 3 resorts, mad ...
    MaggieE's full review     | 182 words

  • Review by
    pulham
    on 16th May 2006


    User Rating : 9
    Respect : +1

    We loved Kuramathi Village in the Maldives so much that we are going back in June 2006. This place is not just an underwater paradise, it draws you back like a majestic magnet time and time again. Everybody we met was so friendly, and we had many a cocktail until the wee hours with them. Staff were great, and if you talk about English football teams they get all excited. Take them an old footy shirt, and you will have a friend for life (def kids size)!! The Food was lovely, especiall ...
    pulham's full review     | 207 words

  • Review by
    aggybaggy Rank: Lance Corporal
    expert review Expert Review
    on 3rd Mar 2006


    User Rating : 10
    Respect : +1

    The island was fully booked when we were there, but it did not feel like it. We had beaches to ourselves most days, and we only really saw people in the main restaurant and in the bar! The one day we went to the Island Barbecue we were the only people in there! It was fantastic! When you have your first meal there make sure you get a nice table with a view, as they will then reserve the table for you for the rest of your stay. If you go as close to the beach as you can, there will be a nice b ...
    aggybaggy's full review     | 850 words

  • Review by
    Lambrias Rank: Sergeant
    on 12th Feb 2006


    User Rating : 1
    Respect : -8

    1. Kuramathi Tourist Island is not an intimate island. There are three resorts with a taxi traversing back and forth. This means: (a)If you want a drink when on the beach you often have to walk 15 minutes to your room. (b) You cannot get a drink from the bar as you cannot use your all inclusive anywhere on the island, but only in the resort closest to your room. 2.The Bungalows are set back from the beach, many set in a kind of Semi Circle Shape. This means: (a) In most Bungalows you cann ...
    Lambrias's full review     | 391 words | 8 comments added.

  • Review by
    Beach Martin
    on 24th Nov 2005


    User Rating : 8
    Respect : 0

    We have been to the Maldives 3 times. Twice to Kuramathi and once to Lily Beach. We would go back to Kuramathi tomorrow! We had a Deluxe room, and it was cracking. Staff are good too.
    Beach Martin's full review     | 138 words

  • Review by
    monicafrayne
    on 21st Nov 2005


    User Rating : 0
    Respect : +1

    My husband and I are going back to Kuramathi Village in the Maldives for Christmas and New Year, and this will be our forth visit to Kuramathi. We have been to three other islands, and although they were very nice, for us, they did not compare. We are looking forward to seeing the new restaurant, and we are sure it will be a stunning addition, having been shown the plans and walked the site in June of this year. Christmas on the island is fabulous, and although a Muslim country, the hotel and st ...
    monicafrayne's full review     | 531 words | 1 comment added.

  • Review by
    cmil
    on 17th Oct 2005


    User Rating : 10
    Respect : +3

    I have to be honest and say that there is absolutely nothing wrong with Kuramathi, it truly is paradise. We had a bit of a bad start as the resorts larger boat had broken down, and we had to transfer from the airport to the resort via a smaller speed boat. I have sea legs, and I must be honest I found it tough going! However, we did get the seaplane back and found it to be an excellent service, so I'd advise paying the extra for the plane, particularly if you're fresh out of sea legs! The ...
    cmil's full review     | 405 words

  • Review by
    nicola homer
    on 3rd Oct 2005


    User Rating : 10
    Respect : +2

    Kuramathi is 1 of the bigger islands so there's plenty to do if you want to. Or you can explore the sealife, that'll keep you busy for hours. I packed 3 pairs of shoes and didn't wear any of them, I walked bare foot for 2 weeks. If you want peace and quiet then beleive me you can have it we had a lagoon all to ourselves, we stayed in chalet 147 and saw maybe a couple of people during day, heaven. Lots of cute lizards running around and hundreds of hermit crabs, which you must not touch, not even ...
    nicola homer's full review     | 157 words

  • Review by
    Lambrias Rank: Sergeant
    on 19th Sep 2005


    User Rating : 2
    Respect : -8

    Imagine booking a dream holiday to Kuramathi Village, looking so forward to going, then two days before leaving getting a call from your travel agent to be told the restaurant you were due to eat in had just been knocked down and that you were to eat in the coffee shop instead. Imagine arriving at the airport and then having a 30 odd hour delay before leaving. Imagine arriving at the island, paying to upgrade to a better part of the island, only to be told by everyone else sitting next to ...
    Lambrias's full review     | 282 words | 23 comments added.


Kuramathi Tourist Island - Kuramathi Village Web Sites

Related categories

  1. Asia
  2. Taiwan