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Qi92
Oceanview Pool Villa
Stayed in Jun 2025
Family
1 review
10/10
Outstanding
Posted on Jul 30, 2025
Our stay was wonderful from start to finish. The resort’s commitment to sustainability impressed us. It is thoughtfully embedded everywhere, from design to daily practices. Waking up to stunning ocean views each morning set the tone perfectly.
Though my mother couldn’t join sports or snorkeling, she never felt bored. The spa was deeply relaxing, and the Marine Lab lecture felt both educational and special.
What truly stood out was the staff’s kindness: Sama, Ranjit, Aiman, Lynn, Fatima, Jin. Every interaction made the trip truly special for us.
Response from Property: Dear Valued Guest (Qi92),Warm greetings from Banyan Tree Vabbinfaru, and thank you for sharing your outstanding review on Ctrip.We are truly delighted to know that your stay with us was wonderful from beginning to end. Your kind recognition of our sustainability efforts means a great deal — it is a core value that we thoughtfully integrate into every part of the resort, and we’re so glad it resonated with you.It’s heartening to hear that your mother also enjoyed her time with us, especially at the spa and during the Marine Lab lecture. We strive to offer meaningful experiences for all our guests, whether they seek adventure, relaxation, or enrichment.Your warm praise for Sama, Ranjit, Aiman, Lynn, Fatima, and Jin has been shared with them — they will be truly touched to know they made such a special impact on your stay.We sincerely thank you for choosing Banyan Tree Vabbinfaru and hope to welcome you and your family back for another unforgettable island escape.Warmest regards,Elias PertoftGeneral Manager
Guest User
Oceanview Pool Villa
Stayed in May 2024
Solo traveler
1 review
10/10
Outstanding
Posted on Jun 30, 2024
I had an unforgettable vacation, thank you to all the staff on the island for their dedication and help!See you again!
Response from Property: Dear Valued Guest,First of all, we hope you arrived home safely.Please accept our sincere gratitude for the opportunity to host your stay at Banyan Tree Maldives Maldives. Thank you for taking the time to share your opinions on your recent stay at our resort. We are pleased you enjoyed your visit and have shared your feedback with the team, and we are grateful for the 5/5 rating you gave us.Once again, we express our gratitude and eagerly anticipate your return in the near future.Sincerely,Hery KuswoyoGeneral Manager
Mrs Jane Yusof
Beachfront Pool Villa
Stayed in Sep 2024
Couple
14 review
10/10
Outstanding
Posted on Oct 21, 2024
Super awesome cosy ambiance!Shark lovers please come here!Truly an amazing experience for both of us!All of the staff services was exceed expectations..
The best sunset experience ever that we had there!!!We definitely will come back!🧡🧡🧡
Response from Property: Dear Mrs. Jane, First of all, we hope you arrived home safely. Please accept our sincere gratitude for the opportunity to host your stay at Banyan Tree Maldives Vabbinfaru. Thank you for taking the time to share your opinions on your recent stay at our resort. We are pleased you enjoyed your visit and have shared your feedback with the team, and we are grateful for the perfect 5/5 rating you gave us. Once again, we express our gratitude and eagerly anticipate your return in the near future. Sincerely, Hery Kuswoyo General Manager
Destremau
Beachfront Pool Villa
Stayed in Nov 2023
Couple
1 review
8.5/10
Very Good
Posted on Dec 14, 2023
Outstanding service personnel so kind and dedicated
Great food in the restaurant and for dining experience.
We had the floating breakfast and romantic dinner by the beach on ad-hoc setup with food cooked for us exclusively. Fabulous!
Excellent service at the diving center with Yameen who took video for us while snorkeling. Outstanding!
had a Deep tissue massage at the spa, wonderful experience, location, setup, attention to details and massage technique, all was really good.
Response from Property: Dear Destremau,We're glad you took the time to tell us about your recent stay at the Dhawa Ihuru Maldives, where it was our pleasure to have you as our guest.We were delighted to read that you enjoyed your stay and have extended your appreciation to the entire team, particularly Yamin, who would be delighted to be recognized cordially. It is our privilege to serve you and we are looking forward to welcoming you back in the not-too-distant future.We wish you and your family a Prosperous New Year 2024!Sincerely,Hery KuswoyoGeneral Manager
Anonymous User
Oceanview Pool Villa
Stayed in Jan 2025
Family
3 review
8.2/10
Very Good
Posted on Mar 3, 2025
The weather in Madai is very important. The sun was shining brightly and the sea was beautiful during the few days I was there. The hotel kept making mistakes in the booking process. I was very dissatisfied. It was much better to communicate face to face after arriving on the island. The restaurant and room service were very enthusiastic. The guy who delivered the supplies at night was very cute.
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Response from Property: Dear Valued Guest,It was an absolute pleasure to welcome you to Banyan Tree Vabbinfaru Maldives. We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed your short getaway and found our offerings and services to your satisfaction. Your thoughtful feedback means so much to us. Your comments have been shared with the team; they would be delighted to be recognized.We eagerly look forward to welcoming you back to Banyan Tree Vabbinfaru Maldives, where it will once again be our privilege to serve you.Warm regards,Hery KuswoyoGeneral Manager
Yinqian
Beachfront Pool Villa
Stayed in Dec 2024
Family
8 review
9.0/10
Great
Posted on Feb 3, 2025
Awesome resort hotel! Although the bedroom is a little small, the bathroom is semi-outdoor, and there are a lot of ants, everything else is perfect! There is a hot tub by the pool, and the spa is great! The food in the three restaurants is rich and delicious! Snorkeling is below expectations, there are not many live corals, not many fish, and the waves are a bit big. The beach is very white, fine and beautiful!
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Response from Property: Dear Valued Guest (Yinqian),Thank you for choosing Banyan Tree Vabbinfaru Maldives for your quick getaway from the hustle and bustle of city life. We are truly honored to have had the opportunity to host you and greatly appreciate your sharing your experience with us.At Banyan Tree Vabbinfaru Maldives, we are committed to delivering exceptional service, and it is always rewarding to know our efforts are recognized. Your positive rating means the world to us, and I have shared your kind words with the team; they will be thrilled to know her hard work made your stay memorable.We sincerely appreciate the opportunity to serve you and look forward to welcoming you back to your home away from home in the future.With warm personal regards,Hery KuswoyoGeneral Manager
Guest User
Oceanview Pool Villa
Stayed in Nov 2024
Other
10 review
2.0/10
Posted on Feb 20, 2025
Apart from the bed, the remaining floor space is barely enough to accommodate a suitcase. Is this 110 square meters?
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6/7
Response from Property: Dear Valued Guest,Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback following your recent stay at Banyan Tree Vabbinfaru Maldives. We sincerely hope you had a safe and pleasant journey home.At Banyan Tree Vabbinfaru Maldives, we are committed to delivering exceptional service and creating unforgettable experiences for our guests. We appreciate your feedback and would like to take this opportunity to address the concerns you raised:Villa Size: The 110 sqm size stated on our website refers to the total floor area of the villa, which includes the bedroom, pool area, terrace, and garden. We regret any misunderstanding and apologize if this was not clearly communicated during the reservation process.Room Cleaning: Our housekeeping team follows a strict protocol of cleaning rooms twice daily—once in the morning and again in the late afternoon. However, if the "Do Not Disturb" (DND) sign is activated, our Villa Attendants respect guest privacy and do not enter. Instead, they leave a note under the door indicating they were unable to service the room. If this was unintentional, we encourage guests to notify our reception team so we can arrange for cleaning promptly. Unfortunately, we were not informed of this during your stay, and we regret any inconvenience this may have caused.Your feedback is invaluable as we continually strive to enhance our services. We are committed to regaining your trust and ensuring an even more seamless and enjoyable experience on your next visit.We sincerely hope to have the privilege of welcoming you back to Banyan Tree Vabbinfaru Maldives for a truly memorable stay.Thank you once again for sharing your thoughts with us.Warmest regards,Hery KuswoyoGeneral Manager
Guest User
Oceanview Pool Villa
Stayed in Jul 2024
Couple
1 review
10/10
Outstanding
Posted on Sep 1, 2024
The first island I visited in Maldives, the impression was beyond my expectation. I experienced sea fishing, spa, participated in a party, watched local singing and dancing performances, and watched fish in the jelly sea every day. The environment is very good. Some frangipani flowers fall in the yard every day and are placed in the room. There are many cute hermit crabs on the beach. Although they are all sand houses, you can also experience the infinity pool and net bed in the Japanese restaurant. The food is also rich, with many dishes and good taste. The staff on the island are very polite and friendly. There are small surprises every night when I go back. I gave the little turtle refrigerator magnet and bookmarks. I bought Banyan Tree aromatherapy cups and soaps on the island. The best thing is that the island will arrange speedboats according to the time, and there will be people to pick up and drop off at the airport. You can also rest in the public area after checking out, avoiding the embarrassment of being put in Male early and doing nothing. My English is not very good, but I can go ahead with confidence. Everyone is very patient and enthusiastic. I saw two beautiful sunsets here. I think I will always remember this wonderful time. See you~Vabbinfaru
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Response from Property: Dear Valued Guest,First of all, we hope you arrived home safely.Please accept our sincere gratitude for the opportunity to host your stay at Banyan Tree Maldives Vabbinfaru. Thank you for taking the time to share your opinions on your recent stay at our resort. We are pleased you enjoyed your visit and have shared your feedback with the team, and we are grateful for the perfect 5/5 rating you gave us.Once again, we express our gratitude and eagerly anticipate your return in the near future.Sincerely,Hery KuswoyoGeneral Manager
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Oceanview Pool Villa
Stayed in Jan 2025
Couple
3 review
7.7/10
Good
Posted on May 6, 2025
The room facilities are too old, the hot water supply is insufficient, the service is average, and they keep asking for good reviews. The communication and coordination between the departments is not good. One side says yes, and the other side says no. I ordered a package with three meals, and there were a lot of extra meals. The advantage is that it is very beautiful. If you can accept these shortcomings, then this scenery is worth going
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Response from Property: Dear Valued Guest,First, please allow us to thank you for choosing our resort, Banyan Tree Vabbinfaru Maldives for your vacation.We read with great concern the issues you had during your stay, please accept our sincere apologies for the inconvenience this has caused you. Rest assured that it has been routed to the departments concerned to take into consideration and action.Again, thank you for taking the time to bring those very relevant matters to us. We look forward to welcoming you back in the near future.Sincerely,Hery KuswoyoGeneral Manager
Feierbankesitanghe
Beachfront Pool Villa
Stayed in Jun 2024
Family
18 review
9.7/10
Amazing
Posted on Jul 20, 2024
I came to Maldives once 5 years ago. The previous island was a little better than this one. In comparison, the drinks and juices in the minibar were free. There were supply stations every few steps indoors, which was very convenient. Banyan Tree is also good. The gym also has apples and drinking water. The service is also satisfactory, but the only shortcoming I think is that not everyone gives the turtle plush toy. This should be given to our guests actively instead of us asking for it. (We learned from other people that the turtle doll can be given as a gift, but it is very small, so it is just a souvenir.) I have some ideas for this experience. We stayed for a total of 5 nights, and there were no children's toiletries. The adult conditioner was insufficient on the first day. The toiletries were not replenished in time and were not careful. Cleaning the room and changing towels were OK. Thumbs up for the catering staff. Everyone is very friendly and enthusiastic, and patiently answers! We also gave tips to the corresponding personnel to express our recognition! I hope that the children's service facilities can also be proactive and perfect!
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6/7
Response from Property: Dear Valued Guest (Feierbankesitanghe),It was a pleasure having you with us at Banyan Tree Maldives Vabbinfaru. We trust you had a safe journey back home.Thank you for your continued patronage and for completing the online guest questionnaire following your recent stay on our beautiful island.While we strive daily to deliver exceptional service, it is always nice to know that our efforts are recognized. The suggestions and issues you raised have already been raised to the concerned departments for action.Your points are as many opportunities as possible for us to improve our products and service standards. Again, thank you for taking the time to bring those very relevant matters to us. We look forward to welcoming you back to our resort in the near future. Sincerely,Hery KuswoyoGeneral Manager
Anonymous User
Oceanview Pool Villa
Stayed in Jan 2024
Family
6 review
10/10
Outstanding
Posted on Feb 22, 2024
It’s been 11 days since I came back to write a review. You can only upload 20 pictures, much more than that. There are also many small animals, such as lizards that appear everywhere🦎, manta rays that can be seen on the beach every morning, small crabs🦀️, many hermit crabs... We go snorkeling at Dhawa Ihuru opposite every day, and there are many boats to and from the two islands every day . Most of the staff at Banyan Tree Vabbinfaru are very enthusiastic. Special mention should be made of Jien, the young lady at the front desk, who gave us meticulous care and attention~~ She is a Malaysian who can not only speak Chinese but also write Chinese, so awesome 👍; Khaleel who cleans the house every day is very serious and responsible; the three employees of our fishing trip, Captain Samsaad, Rauf and Faiz crew, helped us bait and teach us how to fish. In the end, we caught 10 fish, and we became The lunch the next day was delicious😋; One day when I was eating in a restaurant, I dropped the 50$ I put in my pocket, and Husham found it. Thank you very much🙏; Rajesh, who has been doing buffet barbecue, is very enthusiastic and has attentive service; needed What I particularly want to point out is that when I asked to extend my stay, Riyaz, who is responsible for the management of the two houses, helped to monitor whether there were vacancies. In the end, we were able to continue living in the original house without moving, and they gave us a very reasonable price. Thank you very much. 🙏; Also, one day the father of the child discovered that his brother Nazim was making a bird with coconut leaves (not sure if it was a coconut leaf, a long green leaf), so the father followed suit, and later 🈶️ a younger brother Shafdhaan took over to teach. Later, the father of the child learned to make different birds, and he also carried it forward and learned to make grasshoppers🦗, 🦐, 🦀️ by following the videos on the Internet, but in the end he learned the unique medicine ball here from the two brothers... It’s really good. ;The last thing I want to mention is that they built a traditional house of the former Malay locals on the beach for a few days. Alee and another employee (sorry did not remember the name) also gave us a detailed explanation... This is our This is the fourth time that Madai has been carried out. The scenery is still so beautiful and the corals are growing better. Our whole family really likes Madai and I believe we will go there again in the future. 😊
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6/20
Response from Property: Dear Valued Guest (ZH),We sincerely hope that you made it home without a hitch.Thank you for sharing your recent experience with us; it was our pleasure to have you here at Banyan Tree Maldives Vabbinfaru. I have passed along your gratitude to the whole staff, especially to Jien, Khaleel, Boat Capt. Shamsad, Rauf, Faiz, Husham, Rajesh, Riyaz, Nazim, Shafdaan, Alee and Ali Shareef who would be ecstatic to get such warm recognition, and we are thrilled to hear that you and your family had a pleasant stay at our resort. It's heartwarming to know that you and your family enjoyed your stay and learned a lot especially the local culture, which we are trying to go back to the Original Maldives. On this note, we are looking forward to welcoming you again, as we have prepared a lot of local activities that you can participate in, using the local house that you witnessed being built during your stay.We appreciate the opportunity to be of service to you and hope to see you again soon at your home away from home.With best personal regards,Hery KuswoyoGeneral Manager
Guest User
Oceanview Pool Villa
Stayed in Aug 2024
Couple
5 review
10/10
Outstanding
Posted on Sep 7, 2024
Very wonderful experience! Henry, the guide of the Marine Laboratory, introduced marine life and conservation actions very professionally, which benefited us a lot. He also taught us snorkeling skills. Thank you very much! The service staff in all departments of the hotel are very warm and friendly! Banyan Tree and Ibru Island are from the same group. Snorkeling can be done on both islands, and you can feel different and see different fish.
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Response from Property: Dear Valued Guest,I hope this message finds you well and that you had a safe journey home.We are truly grateful for the opportunity to host your stay at Dhawa Ihuru Maldives. Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts on your recent visit. We are thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your stay and appreciate the perfect 5/5 rating. Your feedback has been shared with our team, specifically with Henry who would be delighted to be recognized.It’s wonderful to know that you also had a memorable experience visiting our sister property, Dhawa Ihuru, and enjoyed snorkeling there as well.Once again, thank you for your kind words. We look forward to welcoming you back in the near future.Warm regards,Hery KuswoyoGeneral Manager
Reqiqiunvshi
Oceanview Pool Villa
Stayed in Jan 2024
Family
13 review
10/10
Outstanding
Posted on Feb 12, 2024
What a great experience. The room type I arranged at the beginning was not very good. Thanks to Ctrip staff for actively communicating with the hotel, I finally got a very good room. Staying in the hotel is very comfortable. The sand house is wider and very enjoyable. You can lie on the hammock and watch the stars. You can also see the sea after taking a few steps. The hotel staff are very welcoming and the service is very good. Banyan Tree is really good at blending fragrances. The smell in the room is different every day, but it smells so good to me that I even bought some to take home later. It’s a pleasure to watch the sunrise and sunset every day, and the food is okay. There are many small sharks. It’s just that the resort island is relatively expensive, and the snorkeling is not as beautiful as expected. There are only some corals and nothing special. I feel that going to sea on Maafushi Island is more fun. But just come to the resort island and enjoy it quietly. From airport pick-up to drop-off, the service was very good throughout the process. The island is quiet and quiet, suitable for bringing parents.
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Response from Property: Dear Valued Guest,First of all, we hope you arrived home safely.Please accept our deepest appreciation for the chance to host your stay at Banyan Tree Maldives Vabbinfaru. Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts about your recent stay at our resort, we are grateful for the perfect 5/5 rating you gave us and have gladly shared it with the team.Once again, we express our gratitude and eagerly anticipate your return in the near future.Sincerely,Hery KuswoyoGeneral Manager
Benbenlihebeibeigongzhudeshijieyouji
Beachfront Pool Villa
Stayed in Nov 2023
Family
8 review
9.5/10
Amazing
Posted on Mar 12, 2024
The room is very exquisite, and the young man who cleans it every day is careful and fast! The island is small but beautiful! It is about 700 meters in a circle, and the scenery is different at each time period. In the early morning, you can see various strange animals, such as turtles and sharks in the shallows, as well as several crane-like seabirds. Even the seagulls are exceptionally beautiful! The tropical drizzle of various colors at the speedboat dock makes you feel like you are in the deep sea. The entire island is filled with the fragrance of plumeria flowers, and flowers of various colors can be seen everywhere! The sunset in the evening is even more charming. Lying on the hammock in the swimming pool, drinking cocktails, accompanied by the sea breeze, listening to the low calls of seabirds and watching the sunset, it is simply impossible to relax😎
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Response from Property: Dear Benbenlihebeibeigongz,First of all, we hope you arrived home safely.Please accept our deepest appreciation for the chance to host your stay at Banyan Tree Maldives Vabbinfaru. Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts about your recent stay at our resort, and have gladly shared it with the team.Once again, we express our gratitude and eagerly anticipate your return in the near future.Sincerely,Hery KuswoyoGeneral Manager
Keaidechaojishuaishuai
Beachfront Pool Villa
Stayed in Oct 2023
Couple
6 review
10/10
Outstanding
Posted on Nov 27, 2023
It's very comfortable and warm. It's truly a paradise on earth. With Banyan Tree's meticulous care, it's really a holy place for marriage proposals! The island is surrounded by sharks, so don’t go into the sea easily!
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Response from Property: Dear Mr. Liu Xiaohan,First of all, we hope that you got home safely, and congratulations on your engagement!We thank you for your continued patronage of Banyantree Maldives Vabbinfaru and for taking your precious time to share your experience. We're delighted to learn that you had an enjoyable experience with us and were pleased with the quality of our products and services. I have shared your feedback with the rest of the team.And we are grateful for the 5-star rating you gave us for your most recent visitIt is our privilege to serve you and we are looking forward to welcoming you back at Banyantree Maldives Vabbinfaru in the not-too-distant future, your family away from home.Sincerely, Hery KuswoyoGeneral Manager