Raffles Maldives Meradhoo

We spent a couple weeks there (while it was Raffles), both in the sunset & sunrise 2 bedroom villas. The space & layout are very good. Privacy (they're at the end of the dock) is good. The bed in the master bedroom is about 3m wide. The master bathroom is spacious & panoramic. The house reef is beautiful & we enjoyed the guided snorkeling tour with marine biologist & a patient diving instructor for a gorgeous dive. Staff was attentive.

Raffles Maldives is an incredible escape. The resort feels exclusive and private, like we were the only ones on the island. The service is exceptional from start to finish. Our butler went above and beyond in every way and made the stay feel effortless. The villa was beautiful with a private overwater pool, plenty of space and direct access to the clear blue water. The reef around the island is the best we’ve seen, full of marine life and easy to explore right from the villa steps. The food was excellent with thoughtful menus and attentive table service. Every meal felt special. The cocktails were amazing too, creative and perfectly matched to the relaxed island vibe. Every detail at Raffles feels carefully considered without being over the top. It’s peaceful, elegant and completely unforgettable.

We returned to Raffles after an excellent stay last year, expecting the same level of service, but this visit was less satisfying. What we loved: • F&B team – Outstanding service across all restaurants and bars, with improved menus and wider choices. • Nature & location – Remote, serene setting with pristine beaches and a lively house reef. What disappointed us: • Villa comfort – Our villa’s air conditioning was extremely noisy, making it hard to sleep. Despite escalating the issue, it wasn’t resolved. Also, not all villas have direct beach access — only Villas 1–3 do. • Butler service – This was the biggest letdown. Our butler seemed disengaged, offered little information, and didn’t proactively arrange activities. A missed dolphin cruise we had planned was poorly handled, and communication was minimal. • Inconsistent service – The dive center experience varied: sometimes welcoming, sometimes inattentive. • Guest mix & atmosphere – Expect a diverse crowd, including families with small kids, which can make public areas noisier than expected. Bottom line: Raffles has a beautiful setting, great food, and a stunning reef, but the overall guest experience no longer matches its premium price point. For the same budget, there are resorts closer to Malé with more attentive service and better value.

Raffles Maldives is pure luxury from start to finish. The overwater villas are incredibly spacious, beautifully designed, and offer the kind of privacy that’s hard to find even in the Maldives. Waking up to endless turquoise views felt like a dream. One of the highlights of our stay was the guided house reef snorkel with their in-house marine biologist — an amazing experience that brought us up close with vibrant coral and even a reef shark. Highly recommend booking it! If you’re looking for peace, space, and top-tier service in a breathtaking setting, Raffles is worth every moment.

Raffles Maldives Resort is a luxurious resort located in the Maldives, and it is considered one of the most prestigious and upscale destinations in the world. The hotel features a stunning tropical design that blends luxury and comfort, making it the perfect place for relaxation and enjoying the breathtaking natural beauty. boasts an exceptional location on a private island, offering guests the utmost privacy and tranquility. The resort consists of a collection of luxurious villas, both over the water and on the beach, designed with elegant aesthetics and spacious layouts that provide all the modern comforts. Each villa is equipped with a private pool, an open-air deck, and stunning views of the turquoise waters and white sandy beaches.

The resort is absolutely beautiful, designed to Raffles’ high standards. However, poor management and inexperienced staff can impact what should be a relaxing vacation. Sadly, you won’t get the true Raffles experience here—at least, that was our experience despite being Diamond Accor members. You’ll find significantly better value at many other luxury resorts in the Maldives.

Our stay at the Raffles was more than just amazing! We arrived in the rain but were welcomed by the whole team and they were so nice! Nattu our personal butler was amazing for the whole stay, discrete but always available and super helpful. He had great tips, made sure we had our reservations set up, organised our excursions, checked in daily with us if we need something more. At the restaurant I would like to point out our waiter Azin, who was so very professional, he remembered all our favourites and we almost didn‘t have to say what we want, as he made suggestions as to the things we liked the days before. I also want to point out the intern they had in the restaurant, he was so kind and sweet and always brought the welcome drink with tips on what it benefits it brings. The food in all 3 restaurants was amazing and super delicious! We also joined the sunrise yoga twice and the instructor Ansuman was very good and even for beginners he explained it perfectly and assisted. The snorchling with Mimi and Amandine was also superb as both were super knowledgable. The house reef is amazing… turtles, sharks, rays and the most beautiful fish. Deeva from the kids club did an amazing job and even organised a little soccer tournament with other staff members for our child! All in all we could not have spent a better vacation! We will come back!

Everything was amazing - the Overwater Villa, the staff, the food, and the location. The butler service and the familiarity and friendliness of every member of staff made it such a personal experience. Plus the house reef was incredible - healthy corals, lots of fish, plus many reef sharks and some turtles. We couldn't have asked for more.