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This is our last day and first time at One and Only Reethi Rah and I have mixed feelings about value for the price of this resort. Island: The advantages of the Reethi Rah is that it is a vast green island. 40 hectares I believe they said. It is covered in vegetation and shade and is very picturesque, for the Instagram post chasers. It is indeed very very well maintained - trees, flowers, villas, interiors, etc. Food and wine: in restaurants is proper quality and level. Often better than I would have expected and on par with continental restaurants in Europe. Service: top notch, but would not say impeccable. Sports and activities: are ample - grounds for volleyball, football, padel, tennis. Water activities and excursions - are limited by only your budget. Now some downsides that are subjective to me and my family, fully appreciate not everyone would focus on those: 1. Too many russians. They are too loud and they come in numbers. This downgrades the level and vibe of the hotel for me. 2. Reethi Rah does not offer any meal plans - no half board, no full board, only breakfasts included. Which means everything is extra. Everything. They charge for the house water at the beach, which is a bit ridiculous compared to other hotels. 3. If you went for a water villa, you'd want to have access to the beach with sunbeds and cabans to relax at and you would think that this island would have many beaches to relax at, but no. Only one proper beach with sunbeds and cabanas placed so close to each other that you do not get any privacy there. Russians left and right again. 4. Reethi Rah just celebrated its 20 years. That's right - it opened in 2005. So villas are quite dated inside. Still functional but dated. 5. Because it is a very green island mosquitos here bite a lot. It was very tough for our kid. And actually all kids around were in mosquito bites. The hotel does fumigation but it did not help us too much. 6. We spend 16 nights at the hotel, which is quite a hefty su of money, and our flight is late at night. Reethi Rah is charging us $500 for late check out. And they are not fully occupied. Every other hotel would have offered us late check out free of charge. 7. Fruits: for this price - I have never seen mango or mangosteen served. I really expected more of the fruit options. 8. Kids club: is dated, grim and underinvested. It is sometimes the main deciding factor for us, but the kids club here is a disappointment compared to other hotels of this level. For these reasons I believe Reethi Rah does not deliver value for the money it asks for the stay.

Dear Mr. General Manager We are booking One and Only Reethi Rah to celebrate our 50th wedding anniversary ( an occasion that is less and less usual due to death or divorce), for the 31st July for 5 nights. Our travel agent has asked if it was possible to have any special treatment for this event, and we have stayed many times before at Reethi Rah. The answer from your sales department was that you have many repeat guests and you can not treat us in a different way. Ok, we understand. But what bothered us the most, was that sales department wrote in the e-mail that we were guests classified in the LOWER TIER… What do you mean by this? Now you classify your guests in tiers, depending on how much we spend? What a disappointment. We thought that guests were your priority, but we see now that it is all about money. We are considering to cancel our booking… Isabel Soares Franco

The service has recently returned to a very high standard, and the restaurants — with the exception of the pop-up Langosteria — are excellent. The newly built Japanese restaurant, in particular, is absolutely outstanding. Unfortunately, in most areas, the lagoon can only be entered with water shoes, as the seabed is scattered with sharp, dead coral — which is a real shame. Additionally, many of the villas are in urgent need of renovation and no longer live up to the otherwise exceptional quality of the resort. What really disappointed me, however, was an incident at the fitness center. Despite having used similar footwear for over ten years at the same Gym without issue, I was suddenly turned away and asked to return with different shoes. For a resort where a stay easily exceeds $150,000, this is absolutely unacceptable!! Even more disappointing was the lack of any apology from the management — neither from the general manager nor from the resort manager. This raises the question of how much genuine value is placed on guest feedback and how seriously guests are truly regarded at One&Only Reethi Rah. It seems pointless for senior managers to repeatedly ask how everything is going if they ultimately fail to take the concerns of loyal guests seriously. Such experiences will undoubtedly influence my future choices — especially with the increasing number of new five-star resorts opening across the Maldives.

Огромное спасибо команде управляющих за незабываемый отдых, чудесное настроение и волшебное послевкусие от посещения гостиничного комплекса. Это путешествие надолго останется в сердцах всей моей семьи! С нетерпением ждем и уже планируем новые встречи в ближайшем будущем!

Absolutely incredible resort. Third time visiting the Maldives and this place topped all our previous trips here. Every part of the island is clean, well presented, the natural environment is greatly maintained and manicured. Staff are always so helpful and friendly. The addition of the bikes to ride around the island on is a bonus. Good sized gym with a vast variety of cardio options and weights. Big thanks to our Butler who made our trip feel like a home from home and a big thanks to the dive team who calmed our nerves when on the Nurse Shark encounter experience and Underwater Ski Bob experience. This really is the ‘One&Only’ resort that feels like paradise on earth.

We loved the location, the beauty of the hotel, the preservation of nature and, in particular, the friendliness and availability of all the staff.

A wonderful stay, perfect under every aspects , all the details were well taken care of. magnificent

If you are in two minds just do it. Fabulous island with the most amazing staff. I have never been more relaxed in my life!

One&Only Reethi Rah is, quite simply, paradise—no matter your age. From the moment we arrived, it felt like home. The warmth of the team, the thoughtful details, and the effortless hospitality made every moment special. Nothing was ever too much trouble, especially for our wonderful Villa Butler, Eugene, whose attentiveness made our stay even more seamless. The food was exceptional—every single meal, a testament to the highest quality. When I needed a special soup for my children, the Chef not only made it but created the most delicious version we’ve ever had. In-villa dining was equally thoughtful, anticipating our request and having it ready the moment we called. The kids' club was another highlight. Even with the stunning beaches and pools, my children kept asking to go back—a testament to the kindness and energy of the team. And then there was the moment when the General Manager, Jan, took time to drive my eldest around in his special red buggy—an unexpected, heartfelt gesture that made my son's day. At the same time, my parents-in-law celebrated their 47th wedding anniversary, and the team went above and beyond to make the occasion unforgettable. It wasn’t just a one-time gesture—everywhere we went, the staff knew it was a special day for them, making them feel truly celebrated. The spa—just incredible. I went once, and I had to go back. It was that good. Living in Dubai, life moves fast, and this was the perfect reset. Whether it was jetskiing, enjoying the kids’ pool, or simply soaking in the beauty of the island, there was something for everyone. Having stayed at countless luxury resorts, what sets One&Only Reethi Rah apart is its soul. So many resorts feel modern, polished, and ultimately, the same. This one has character. It’s luxurious, yes, but never pretentious. The service is world-class, yet infused with a genuine Maldivian warmth that makes it feel truly special. For us—kids, parents, and grandparents—it was the perfect escape. A place we’ll return to, because it didn’t just feel like a vacation. It felt like home.

The most amazing experience, Reethi Rah was one of the most incredible places I have ever stayed. The service was outstanding, each and every staff member were so polite and accommodating, such lovely and caring people who really made you feel like you mattered. I would go back in a heartbeat!

Ein fantastischer Aufenthalt, hervorragende Unterkünfte, hervorragendes Essen, sehr zuvorkommendes und freundliches Personal. Es fehlt an rein gar nichts. Die Strände der Insel sind fast irreal schön, das Wasser und die Farben unvergesslich. So stellt man sich das Paradies vor. Allein die Fahrten mit den Fahrrädern auf den liebevoll gepflegten und mit creme-weißem Sand versehenen Inselwegen zwischen den Palmen sind ein Erlebnis. Wir konnten hier in jeder Hinsicht absolut entspannen. Die Insel ist recht groß und bietet daher durchaus Abwechslung.

Villen mit den Pools und der Terrasse sehr renovierungsbedürftig. Vor allem der Terassen und Poolbereich nicht entsprechend. Terrassen von allen Seiten einsehbar. Essen in der Qualität zu unterschiedlich gut/schlecht, alles sehr hochpreisig. In der Lagune selten Fische. Totes Riff.. kaum zu glauben! Insel selbst sehr gepflegt. Schönes Spa aber sehr hochpreisig. Personal ist hilfsbereit. Große Auswahl am Frühstücksbüffet

Definetely me and my wife want to visit again . One and Only RR is one of the best maldives experience we had. Thanks to all managers and lovely warm stuff

Loved everything about it!! Mostly the hospitality of staff was fabulous!