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Chaaya Island Dhonveli

4.0 of 5
Kanuoiy Huraa
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Chaaya Island Dhonveli
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Rating summary
  • Sleep Quality
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Location
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Service
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Value
    4 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    4.5 of 5 stars
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Bedford, United Kingdom
Reviewer
3 reviews 3 reviews
3 hotel reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2013 NEW

Just come back from our honeymoon in May and had a fantastic time. We stayed in a water bungalow and would highly recommend it. A good sized room and a balcony with fab views. This also gives you a lovely restaurant with views of the surfing. There are many pros to this resort. The staff on Chaaya Dhonveli are amazing.... More

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Chaaya Island D... G, Guest Relations Manager at Chaaya Island Dhonveli, responded to this review
23 May 2013

Greetings from the Dhonveli team! We appreciate your time in writing to let us know of the wonderful experience and service you received in our hotel for your honeymoon. Although we want our excellent service to be a common practice here, we do appreciate knowing our customers recognize the extra efforts. We'll be sure to share your feedback with the... More

ENGLAND
Senior Reviewer
6 reviews 6 reviews
3 hotel reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
20 helpful votes 20 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2013 via mobile

Not one to moan but.. You come to the Maldives for certain things, I didn't expect this place to have many toddlers and baby's screaming and playing up like they do, I can't believe parents bring kids to the Maldives. You can't have a meal with out them playing up, the beach is small and again full if tantrum toddlers.... More

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Chaaya Island D... G, Guest Relations Manager at Chaaya Island Dhonveli, responded to this review
19 May 2013

Greeting from the Dhonveli team! We would like to acknowledge your review “Noisy kids with poor reef” on trip advisor. We would like to apologize in relation to the highlighted challenges. We are distressed to know you were unhappy and unsatisfied during your stay. Our Guest Relations Team is reviewing this problem and conducting a full investigation in order to... More

Sittingbourne, United Kingdom
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 May 2013

We went to this resort last November for 2 weeks and chose this island as it wasn't too far to go from the airport. We have been to the Maldives before and travelled to the island we were staying on by seaplane which my husband wasn't too keen on as they are so small. The ride to Chaaya was by... More

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Chaaya Island D... G, Guest Relations Manager at Chaaya Island Dhonveli, responded to this review
15 May 2013

Greetings from the Dhonveli team! Thank you for your wonderful review “great holiday” on trip advisor. .We are pleased that our resort met with your expectations and that your holiday was great. As a hotel we are committed to ensuring that our guests have the best possible experience and our entire team is geared towards making this a reality. I... More

Cambridge, United Kingdom
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 May 2013

What can I say, it is as all the others have said before and more. The flight (Thomsons) was much better than expected, the transfer was great fun-a speed boat, the hotel/island was immaculate-rooms cleaned twice a day and ladies continually sweeping fallen leaves. More sunbeds than people, restaurants top-notch although breakfasts were repetative there were so many choices you... More

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Chaaya Island D... G, Guest Relations Manager at Chaaya Island Dhonveli, responded to this review
14 May 2013

Greetings from the Dhonveli team! Thank you for the valuable feedback. We are thrilled that you enjoyed your holiday at Chaaya Island Dhonveli. We will surely share your comments with the staff that has been highlighted. Feedback such as yours is encouraging; we thank you, and reiterate our commitment to ensuring that our resort exceeds the expectations of all guests.... More

birmingham
1 review
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 May 2013

So to start, we was greeted by Zita (hol rep) and no more then 20 mins later we was off on a white knuckle ride to our island, the boat is very fast but lots of fun, after your long flight it really wakes you up! After arriving your greeted with a fruit juice and wet towel and in the... More

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Chaaya Island D... G, Guest Relations Manager at Chaaya Island Dhonveli, responded to this review
10 May 2013

Greetings from the Dhonveli team! We are extremely pleased that you chose to celebrate your holiday on our beautiful island! We are pleased that you have taken the time to post that you've had a great and relaxing time in our resort we are happy to note that our staff in particular made such a constructive impression during your recent... More

Bournemouth, United Kingdom
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 April 2013

We arrived and were allocated a beach bungalow as per our upgrade choice... the room was large, the bathroom was open to the elements, with only a half roof, the silicone was moldy around the bath, a couple of floor tiles were broken but it still made us go WOW, the bungalow opened onto a small terrace which was open... More

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Chaaya Island D... G, Guest Relations Manager at Chaaya Island Dhonveli, responded to this review
5 May 2013

Greetings from Dhonveli team and staff! We are thrilled to read your glowing review of your recent stay at Chaaya Island Dhonveli. It gives is such a great pleasure to know that you’ve had a great .holiday in our resort . We will share your positive feedback with the entire team and certainly trust that we will have the honor... More

Sydney, Australia
Senior Reviewer
6 reviews 6 reviews
5 hotel reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 April 2013

Pros: house reef great for snorkeling, scuba diving (including night dives), beautiful scenery, attentive and friendly staff, rooms were clean and comfortable. Food is wonderful. The staff at the bar and restaurant were GREAT. Some of the best service that I have ever received. Cons: The prices of a lot of activities (scuba diving, jet skiing, surfing) are given to... More

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Chaaya Island D... G, Guest Relations Manager at Chaaya Island Dhonveli, responded to this review
28 April 2013

Greetings from the Dhonveli team! We appreciate your time in writing to let us know that you liked the reef for snorkeling and scuba diving and you found our staff very friendly and the food wonderful. There’s nothing like hearing good words from our happy customers. I will surely share your feedback with the team and staff. However we apologize... More

Norfolk
Contributor
17 reviews 17 reviews
6 hotel reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
20 helpful votes 20 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 April 2013

We returned from here on the 23rd April and we wish we were still there! So we arrived at Chaaya Island Dhonveli after a 30 minute speed boat ride from Male airport (which was awesome) & was greeted with cold towels and a cold juice. Nice. Before swiftly being checked in & taken to our room. 2 minutes later our... More

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Chaaya Island D... G, Guest Relations Manager at Chaaya Island Dhonveli, responded to this review
25 April 2013

Greetings from Dhonveli team and staff! Thank you for your wonderful review ‘AMAZING” on trip advisor. We are pleased that our resort met with your expectations and that your holiday was enjoyable and amazing .As resort we are dedicated to ensuring that our guests have the best possible experience and our entire team is geared towards making this a reality.... More

Chesterfield, United Kingdom
Senior Reviewer
8 reviews 8 reviews
5 hotel reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
16 helpful votes 16 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 April 2013

Having returned 3 days ago, from this resort where we stayed on our honeymoon for 2 weeks all inclusive, my review is honest and not a winge in sight!. Beggers belief some of the wingeing that goes on on here. We booked with First Choice, no problems, long flight and not all inclusive which you expect from a charter company,... More

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Chaaya Island D... G, Guest Relations Manager at Chaaya Island Dhonveli, responded to this review
20 April 2013

Greetings from the Dhonveli team! We are extremely pleased that you chose to celebrate your honeymoon on our beautiful island! We are pleased that you have taken the time to post that you've had a fantastic time in our resort and we’re honored to be part of it. We hope that the experience made it memorable. I will share your... More

1 review
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 April 2013 via mobile

Me and my husband visited Chaaya Island on the 25th of Feb for 2 weeks for our honeymoon and I cant think of many if any negatives. We arrived during the day after a long flight and was greeted by Zita who is a great rep and can be seen going around the resort almost daily. We waited for about... More

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Chaaya Island D... G, Guest Relations Manager at Chaaya Island Dhonveli, responded to this review
17 April 2013

Greetings from the Dhonveli team! We are extremely pleased that you chose to celebrate your honeymoon on our beautiful island! We are pleased that you have taken the time to post that you've had a fantastic time in our resort we are happy to note that our staff in particular made such a constructive impression during your recent visit in... More

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What travellers say

  • Beach bungalows(42)
  • Water suite(25)
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  • Room boy(16)
  • Speed boat(14)
  • First choice(9)
  • Crab racing(7)
  • First choice rep(7)
  • Bar staff(7)
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Additional Information about Chaaya Island Dhonveli

Address: Kanuoiy Huraa
Region: Maldives > Kaafu Atoll > North Male Atoll
Amenities:
Fitness Centre Restaurant Room Service Suites Swimming Pool
Hotel Style:
#11 Top resorts Hotels in North Male Atoll
#13 Romantic Hotels in North Male Atoll
#14 Luxury Hotels in North Male Atoll
Price range (per night): RM768 - 1,230
Hotel Class:4 star (4*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Chaaya Island Dhonveli is Kaafu Atoll's best-kept secret for its world famous surf point known as Pasta Point. Located in the heart of the best surf areas, the island is a paradise for water sports lovers. Surfing, Diving, Snorkeling, Canoeing, Pedalo are hot favorites while Outdoor sports such as Tennis, Beach Volley Ball and Badminton are also available. This exqusite island resort offers lavish living spaces with 148 stylish rooms and six restaurants and bars. ... more   less 
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Also Known As:
Chaaya Island Dhonveli Hotel North Male Atoll
Dhonveli Beach
Chaaya Island Dhonveli Hotel
Chaaya Island Dhonveli Resort
Dhonveli Beach Spa
Dhonveli Beach & Spa
Chaaya Island Dhonveli Maldives/North Male Atoll

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