Conrad Maldives Rangali Island

We spent our honeymoon at the Conrad Rangali and we loved every single moment. We stayed four nights at a Water Front Villa and one night at a Beach Front Villa. Both Villas have their own charm. The tropical climate at Conrad Rangali was warm and was perfect for a winter's stay. The staff was very kind, courteous, and gentle, and we already miss our favorite resort. Will gladly return for our next anniversary trip. Fasi, Ali, Nafi, Puri, Najah, and Mr. Shark -- thank you!

Context: My extended family. Wife & I, our 2 sons and my eldest’s family, including 2 toddler Granddaughters, 7 of us. 4 of us had been here ~15 years ago. Stayed in a 3 Bed Villa (128/129) on “the main island” for 6 nights. Summary: is there a better luxury Maldivian Resort? I doubt it. Highlights: + Lovely Villa: well positioned for the beach, 2 pools. Eldest and his little family could have privacy when needed. Some niggling issues but these were always rapidly resolved thru our Butler. Ideal dimensions & layout for us. Buggy service to restaurants, spa, Ocean Centre, Kids Club was ideal. + Conrad’s outstanding people: All good, or better. Highlighting a few who stick in my mind one week after departing: + Fasy (soon referred to as Uncle Fasy by my Grandaughters) our butler: A lovely human being. “Always there” for all of us. Buggy rides, advice, help in resolving villa niggles. An outstanding ambassador for Conrad. +Najiba, a Moroccan lady server in Atoll. Consistently kind to my family, particularly to my Grandaughters at breakfast. And she allowed me to practice my appalling French. +Filipa, a young Portuguese lady who managed our private boat trip: Rays & Dolphins & some snorkeling. The kind of young woman, who you’d like your unmarried adult son to be attached to (but realistically know won’t happen). By the end of the trip, my granddaughters were calling her Auntie Filipa – she was adept at leading a boat tour for 3 generations, including an old, mediocre swimmer/snorkeler (me). Filipa put the safety of my family above all else – postponing our trip for calmer weather and constantly watching over all of us when it eventually took place. And the lady, for sure, is a talented swimmer. + Executive Chef. I believe he’s American (?). I like my fish: At Sunset Grill he cooked a stunning black cod: lovely ingredient beautifully cooked, World class IMO. Sunset Grill’s centrally located kitchen is managedcalmness: no shouting, every chef seems to know where he fits in, totally focused on culinary excellence for their guests. + All Conrad staff involved in the pre-arrival preparations of our holiday: answering questions, taking restaurant bookings, arranging private boat trip, seaplane flights etc. Clear, informative, communicative, guest-focused staff. + The lovely Indonesian Baby-Sitters at the Kids Club. So caring, so kind – women who clearly love interacting with and caring for toddlers. + GM Thomas has assembled an outstanding group of diverse, skilled, customer-focused people to run the resort. And he’s so approachable – thank you Thomas. + The food. We particularly enjoyed Ufaa (excellent Chinese), Sunset Grill and Atoll for Breakfast (an excellent spread). Quality, Quality, Quality. Tips: + If you want to eat at KoKo Grill, Ufaa or Sunset Grill …then book ahead, that is….way ahead of your arrival. Rangali Bar & Atoll don’t need advance bookings IMO. + Take a Private Boat Trip. Ask for Filipa to lead, she will ta

If we could give this resort 10 stars, the rating would fit the stay. We can't think of one aspect which was disappointing during our stay. We stayed in a Deluxe Overwater Villa with a pool and the accomodations were beautiful. The air-conditioning worked great, the bed was very comfortable, the water in the shower and sink was very hot, and the lounge chairs on the deck were wonderful to sit, relax, and enjoy the ocean view. Every meal we had in the restaurants was excellent. We were able to order our food the way we like it and they served it the way we wanted it. One evening the pizza I ordered from Villa restaurant came to the table incorrectly. The chef personally came to the table and asked how I would like it, and he re-made the pizza to perfection. My wife and I had spa treatments on two different days. Both times, the receptionist and therapists were all willing to do whatever it took to make sure we had a great experience at their spa. The best part of the resort, and our stay, were the people. Everyone from the General Manager, Thomas Hoeborn (who we were lucky enough to meet) , to the Guest Relations Manager, Olga, to one of the wait staff at the restaurant, Ali....were so very friendly and helpful. We must say Olga, in particular, was one of the warmest, genuine, and dedicated person you could meet anywhere in the world. Whatever we needed and asked for during our stay at the Conrad Rangali, she did whatever she could to make sure we were happy. If you're considering a vacation in the Maldives, stay at the Conrad Rangali. You could not ask for a better place. Simply cannot say enough about it.

This was my second time to the resort, and again, it remains my favourite. I went with my family and everyone had a great experience. We stayed in a charming three bedroom villa with an enchanting garden and swimming pools. Our phenomenal butler, Fasyh, is an exceptional, earnest, friendly as well as supportive caring staff member always willing to help with every need. Furthermore, Fasyh is a fantastic buggy driver. The large selection of restaurants catered to everyone's taste. Culinary Director and Chef Dwayne Krisko ensured all our tastes were more than satiated. The favourites that stood out on this trip are Ufaa by Jereme Leung, Sunset Grill and the Koko Grill. I cannot forget yo mention the activities and the many amenities available at the resort. This trip, my family was able to charter a magnificent yacht called the Rehendi to see the clear blue ocean waters where we witnessed curious manta rays and playful dolphins. Our guide Filipa and her accompanying staff made an enjoyable experience for all of us. On the other hand, to have two spectacular spas in the resort which provide many services from nails as well as hair cutting to full body treatments including soothing sun burns (an effective spa treatment for the powerful Maldivan sun rays). Furthermore, the resort has an outstanding kids club with caring and friendly staff for my two nieces who loved participating in the activities. The friendly grey heron bird named George was also a most fascinating sight. A great resort and one I wish to return within the near future.