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August Medina
6 months ago
I want to start off by saying that the hospitality here is the absolute best I’ve ever experienced! From the moment I landed at the Male airport I was greeted by the staff from Amilla and was taken to their private lounge while I waited for the seaplane. Once it was time to go on the seaplane I was escorted to the seaplane and once I arrived to the dock, I was greeted by the Amilla staff on a speed boat where we went to the actual resort. There I was greeted again by the manager and my personal butler Sam who was exceptional at scheduling all my activities and reservations. I also want to give a special shout out and thanks to Morgan who’s the resort manager for organizing the cocktail party where I got to meet more of the incredible staff like Kristina and Vipin. Also to Yamin for being so helpful and friendly during our water excursions.
Now for the resort itself…. It is an absolute gorgeous island full of lush greenery and crystal clear beaches all around! I had an over the water sunset villa and wow it was huge and had the best views of the sunset.
The food was also very delicious and had a great variety to choose from.
Overall I give this resort a 10 out of 10 as the staff there go above and beyond to make sure your experience is memorable. I’m already looking forward to going back.
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Peyman Ağazade
5 months ago
We had a truly wonderful and memorable stay at Amilla Maldives Resort. The resort is exceptionally well organized, and everything runs smoothly thanks to the highly professional and attentive staff. From the very beginning, we felt genuinely cared for, and every detail of our stay was handled with great professionalism and kindness.
A very special thank you to our Katheeb(a), Monica, who was incredibly kind, thoughtful, and always ready to assist us with a smile. We would also like to sincerely thank Yousuf, who was always there to help whenever we needed anything. In addition, Dewi, Shahbaj, and Mode treated us exceptionally well and made us feel truly welcome throughout our stay.
The wine tasting experience with Simba was absolutely amazing. Simba took great care in selecting the best available wines and pairing them perfectly with our food, which elevated our dining experience to another level.
The food at the resort was excellent. Feeling Koi, the Japanese restaurant, was outstanding, and we also greatly enjoyed both the Italian and Indian restaurants, which offered high-quality dishes and wonderful flavors.
The only area where we feel there is room for improvement is the Greek restaurant, Tessera. While the concept is nice, it is missing some essentials of Greek cuisine. In particular, the spirits menu lacks Ouzo, which we believe is a must-have for any authentic Greek restaurant.
Overall, our experience at Amilla Maldives was exceptional. It was a beautiful, relaxing, and truly memorable vacation, and we are very grateful to the entire team for taking such great care of us. Thank you for everything—we hope to return again in the future.
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Asia Di Giosia
6 months ago
I stayed at Amilla Maldives and had an excellent experience from start to finish.
The welcome was warm and genuine, and I immediately felt comfortable and well taken care of. The staff is consistently kind, attentive and professional, creating an atmosphere that makes you feel at home even so far away. The resort is extremely well maintained: quiet, clean and thoughtfully designed in every detail. I really appreciated the peaceful environment and the overall quality of the services offered.
A special mention goes to Baddy, our butler, who supported us throughout the stay with kindness and professionalism. His attention made our trip even more enjoyable.
Overall, my experience at Amilla was truly memorable,
and it is definitely a place I will return to.
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Aurora Di Giosia
6 months ago
I spent five nights at Amilla and honestly didn’t expect to become so attached to a resort. It wasn’t my first time in the Maldives, but it was the first time I felt such a strong connection with an island.
The accommodations are truly beautiful. I had the chance to see both the overwater villas and some of the inland ones, and I loved them all for different reasons. The overwaters are a dream, with the reef just a few steps away, while the villas surrounded by greenery have a special sense of calm. Even the more “simple” rooms are incredibly comfortable and thoughtfully designed.
The excursions are organized flawlessly and are definitely one of the highlights of the stay. The island is located in the heart of the Baa Atoll, a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve known for its extraordinary marine life, the perfect setting for diving and snorkeling. I had the chance to swim with manta rays, sharks, and sea turtles, and the strategic position of the island makes it easy to reach iconic spots like Hanifaru Bay. The staff is extremely professional, and the diving service is truly top-tier.
But what makes Amilla even more special are the people who work there. Everyone is incredibly kind, warm, and helpful. Morgan is a strong and reassuring presence, always ready to assist or simply have a friendly chat.
Franzelle and Aiman were wonderful, attentive, sweet, and always available when needed.
And the food genuinely surprised me, with so much variety, delicious dishes, and very fresh ingredients. Every dinner felt like discovering something new.
And then there’s Buddy, our butler. A rare kind of person. Always present but never intrusive, incredibly kind, knowledgeable, sweet, and fun. He made everything easier and more enjoyable. One of those people who stay in your heart long after you leave.
For me, Amilla was the perfect mix of relaxation, nature, and amazing people.
A place I would recommend to anyone who wants to experience the Maldives in an authentic way, with top-quality service but above all with a real soul.
It’s truly hard to leave a place like this.
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Frequent Flyer
4 months ago
Truly an outstanding resort and place to vacation!
Stayed 3 nights using Hilton Aspire Free Night Certificates as a Hilton Diamond Member, was treated like royalty.
PRO:
- Outstanding ground operations at MLE. Very friendly staff, can wait in beautiful Amilla lounge, good and efficient bus shuttles.
- Extremely beautiful and intimate resort. Very well maintained.
- Basic room was an Overwater Villa, upgraded to Lagoon Overwater Villa upon arrival. Huge room, beautiful outdoor deck with pool, only visible by the occasionally arriving water plane.
- Outstanding 5* service from everybody on this resort. Somehow even staff you never interacted with knew your name. Assigned butler Bella was always proactively engaging and responsive via Whatsapp. Very good organization regarding arrival and departure.
- Great food selection and quality. Breakfast with an impressive selection and a la carte menu. Prices at dinner restaurants were mostly more affordable than I expected. Highly recommend the Sushi restaurant.
- Pretty good offering in gym (separate houses or cardio + lifting) and spa selection. Sauna only goes to 80°C unfortunately.
- Very nice reef directly accessible from the Overwater Villas, can rent snorkel equipment for free and just dive in.
CON:
- Expensive when booked with cash, but probably fair compared to other resorts in the Maldives. You will probably spend less on food here than elsewhere.
- Water plane appears more expensive than elsewhere, expect $2200 for transfer for 2. Return flight was bumpy. Air flow in these planes is minimal. You will probably suffer if you get nauseous easily.
- Lots of families with kids in case you're trying to avoid that. But doesn't really affect you as extensive kids' playground and program available.
