Dhawa Ihuru

Our first time to Maldives, its a small resort on a tiny island and that the best part of our stay. Being small, we were always so close to the ocean and so close to the reef. The reef was wonderful buzzing with fishes of all kinds. There are many sharks and we could spot few turtles too. The staff was super amazing-- right from reservation office to airport greetings, boat pick up, reception, bar, restaurant, housekeeping, marine centre.. Everyone was so welcoming and lovely. Extremely helpful staff and since there were so many of them, it would be unfair to name just a few. We loved our villa, the jet pool, snorkling and kayaking.. Despite the month of May, we found the climate to be quite good. It didn't rain and wasn't very humid. The nights were so pleasant and breezy that we slept on the beach, every night.. It was a wonderful experience and first in our life when we slept so close to the ocean... We would love to return..... Read less

Great island with great house reef. Food, beverages, service, cleaning etc all are super. Gluten free was also well organized and restaurant team tried to do their best and was flexible and provided always extra options to make it great for our sons. We did as well parasailing behind the boat which was super and safe due to the team and diving as well. Super equipment and instructors. The island being not a mega resort but of a decent size was also super. Provides a lot of calmness, relaxed atmosphere and never too busy. The workforce also looked happy and enjoying their work. Read less

A taste of paradise - you'll not want to leave! This Atoll is truly stunning but I think it's fair to say the people here make it exceptional. Too many of these wonderful members of staff to thank - from the smiles and lovely greetings from the juice maker and the chef producing a super array of breakfast eggs, just to order, always cheery and kind. The staff we met who really made our holiday with their professionalism and grace were Sujina (waitress), Imbraham (cleaner), Nishanth & Hannah (bar) and Julia (reception). Our room and layout of garden was just perfect for us. The snorkelling and turquoise waters are amazing. The house reef is healthy with an abundance of marine life. The fact you can just catch a boat over to the sister atoll of Banyan Tree gives another lovely dimension to your stay, plus you can use the scenic infinity pool there. A highly rated Maldavian Atoll, close to Mali for ease of transfer and a perfect paradise island to escape too. Thank you so much for providing all we had hoped for and more. Antonia & Chris Read less

This is our 18th time in the Maldives ....first time in Dhawa and what a little gem of an Island. The Island is very small and it takes about 10 minutes to walk around it.....slow pace. House reef is really good with plenty of fish and a few nice big sharks and turtles. You can snorkel all around it. We were welcomed by Elena and she explained everything to us in detail. Our room was gorgeous and so close to the sea.....amazing....with everything you need for a comfortable stay..... Our roomboy Majid is absolutely fantastic....surprize decorations on the bed for my birthday and ever so often little presents on our bed....today there was beautiful sarongs with our names embroidered on it....very special indeed. Sajita working in dining area is an exceptional hostess, always smiling and asking how we are. A few waiters so far who are also to be mentioned is Pawan at breakfast, Maaif making yummy juices in the morning, Salmaan running round and always friendly, Husham tonight aswell. The food is really excellent....every night different themes and 3 times a week a set menu....the Chefs are so good. Well so far we are enjoying our 2-week stay.... the only dissapointing thing was ....hubby arranged a picnic lunch on a sandbank for my birthday and when we arrived there we hardly start our lunch when 2 more boats arrived with 20+ people ...totally spoiled my birthday.......the food was fantastic but what a dissapointment....we left early. Being to the Maldives so many times before and always visited a deserted Island or sandbank this was very dissapointing.....that's the whole idea to be alone and not have 20 strangers there too....well one more week to go let's hope there will be no more disappointments.....but otherwise the Island is gorgeous.... Will put on my list to visit again. Read less