Alex
Google
We stayed at The Residence Maldives for 5 nights in two overwater villas, and it was truly a dream vacation. From the moment we landed in Malé, the hotel staff made everything seamless—greeting us warmly, assisting with our luggage, and guiding us through the domestic flight and short speedboat ride to the resort.
The villas were spacious, spotless, and offered breathtaking views. We loved biking across the bridge at sunset and soaking in the beauty of the island.
There were several restaurant options, but we especially enjoyed the custom spicy Maldivian breakfast at Dhigurah, thanks to Dinesh. The dining room manager, Hafiz, stood out for his professionalism and genuine hospitality—he and his team went above and beyond to make every guest feel welcome.
Our teens took the Open Water Diving course offered by the resort, and both the instructor and boat crew were outstanding—professional, patient, and very helpful with all the gear.
What made our stay truly memorable was the warmth and kindness of the staff across the resort—the lobby team, buggy drivers, restaurant staff, and even the on-call doctor. Every interaction was met with a smile and a genuine effort to make our experience perfect. Highly recommend!