Emerald Maldives Resort and Spa

Enrico De Pompeis

It was a dream come true. From the moment we landed to the moment we left, we completely switched off our minds—Emerald’s staff takes care of everything down to the smallest detail, so all you have to do is enjoy the experience. The villas are stunning and impeccably clean, the sea is simply unbeatable, the restaurants are excellent, and the extra experiences are truly amazing. The staff’s kindness and attentiveness are on another level—you feel pampered from the very first moment. The resort’s attention to detail is remarkable, from the fully equipped rooms to the thoughtful touches like complimentary beach bags and swimwear for guests. We were especially lucky to have Wisham as our villa host—he took care of us throughout our stay, always going above and beyond. He was kind, professional, and attentive to our needs, always present without ever being intrusive. His presence made our stay even more magical, especially with the romantic surprises he arranged for us. We couldn’t have asked for a better experience. Absolutely recommended for a dream vacation, whether you’re a couple (like us, who spent our honeymoon here) or a family. We can't wait to go back!

mike rowley

We have been lucky enough to stay at some of the best hotels in the world and generally each country has one or two well known ones. When we decided to honeymoon in the Maldives there was a vast choice of highly rated hotels, but it was very difficult to choose one because every hotel review seemed to say how excellent the hotel was. Eventually we spoke to a friend who had recently visited the Maldives and whilst not having stayed at Emerald had heard that it was a special place. So we took a chance and booked a water villa with a pool, and what a holiday we had….. One person made this place absolutely amazing from the moment we arrived by sea plane to welcome us, to the moment that we left to say goodbye – Rohit Chhettri the General Manager. Over the time we stayed at Emerald, he was visible throughout the day by the beach, by the restaurants … just making sure that the guests were having a great time. He was completely invested in the Emerald fantastic customer service philosophy and his attention to detail was exceptional. This attention to detail and friendliness is reflected in the staff below him. There are around 400 staff on the island who live and work together 24/7 and are like a big family, the service offered reflects this. They are so friendly and helpful whether it’s the gardeners, or the waiters, or the dive team…..The restaurant teams under the supervision of KD (who was a copy of Rohit!) were brilliant and nothing was too much trouble. Everything was done with a smile. There were so many things to love about Emerald generally, but above all of these things, we truly felt recognised and valued as a guest by everyone. I would agree with what all of the positive reviews say about the resort, and won't repeat these, suffice it to say that everything was perfect. The people at Emerald were truly exceptional, and the atmosphere they created was something that made our stay unforgettable. The staff's dedication to ensuring every guest feels special stood out to us the most. Their warm greetings, attention to detail, and genuine smiles created a welcoming environment that felt like home. The ambience, coupled with the stunning natural beauty of the Maldives, made our honeymoon an experience we will cherish forever. Thank you to Rohit and the team – we will return.

DIMPLE RANA

This resort was amazing! We had all inclusive and the service was great. We booked the water villas for our honeymoon, the room was lovely. It was also my 30th birthday and our lovely cleaner *NAEEM* went all out to decorate our room. He was lovely and so helpful. The food was great we loved the food at Gala night which is every Thursday. We also went to a restaurant called Teppanyaki the food was incredible and had great entertainment! Everyone had bikes but it was a bit hard to ride especially near the water villas as there was no safety, the tyres were deflated. The buggy’s need to be called 10-15 mins in advance so you can make it to your reservation, but staff were very friendly. There is shops where you can buy clothes, floaties, magnet, shot glasses. Buy a floaty in advance as it is very expensive in the shop. You can also get more souvenirs from the airport for a similar price. Overall, this resort was amazing and would definitely recommend coming here.

Rahat Singh

I had the pleasure of staying at Emerald Maldives Resort and Spa from January 18th to 22nd, 2025, for our dreamy honeymoon. Our experience was truly exceptional! The villa, property, and entire resort exceeded our expectations. The luxurious amenities, fantastic food and stunning surroundings made our stay unforgettable. The resort, activities, and services were all top-notch, and we felt like royalty throughout our stay. Wanted to make some special mentions below: The Emerald App is amazing. Super easy interface shows everything the resort has to offer and even shows an itinerary for your bookings. We did our check-in on the app. Didn't even have to go to the reception. The top level management is very approachable and warm. Rohit, Pankaj and the Manager of restaurants (Ed or Ez) were all great. Our Villa Host Jasmine's service was 11/10 she took care of everything seamlessly and was extremely friendly as well. Baka and his colleagues who helped us during the sea plane transfer were super efficient. There is a buggy for your commute whenever needed. Special mention to Nappe who drove us around often. Iyaad our server during the Honeymoon dinner. His knowledge on the stars was superb. Saif and Hussein at the water sports center. The fun-tube was super fun. Gulia the marine biologist who helped us spot north of 20 stunning dolphins during our excursion. Moa, Kamal, Anthony and all the other staff at the bars and restaurants were fabulous. Julie and her team at the spa for the wonderful massage Our photographer for the photoshoot was great at his job. I do have 3 critiques as well (Minor issues in a fantastic stay): Our housekeeping staff member Misbah was pathetic. He was rude and probably had the worst attitude in the entire property. Once we came back to the room which he had made only to find used tissues and empty water bottles exactly where they were before. Furthermore, and I really suspect this was intentional as I had complained about him, he did not switch on the geyser switch in our room. Leaving us with cold water at night. We called a technician the next day and he flicked a switch in the electric panel and told us he was very surprised the housekeeping hadn't put it on as it is their responsibility to do so. The breakfast spread is amazing but some small variations would be good. It was identical all 4 days. There was a complimentary photoshoot wherein we get one printed photograph complimentary. My only feedback here is that at least the digital copy of the photo which we are getting printed should not be chargeable. Plus the attitude of the team leader Yoosuf Simal wasn't great. But Overall, Emerald Maldives Resort and Spa is a true gem in the Indian Ocean. We highly recommend it to anyone seeking a luxurious, relaxing, and romantic getaway

jason benyon

Spent an amazing 10 days here for my wife s 50th Birthday - service and staff are amazing they have real Empathy a quality missed by most 5 star hotels . Sea trips / excursions were superb and well priced. We loved riding the Bikes around the island - good Gym facilities and excellent tennis coach / also had a great bamboo massage here - this is a constructive review and I have only 2 minor gripes - the suncream in the local shops is overpriced we paid $55 for a factor 30 spray and at night there is a cinema club on the beach which is too loud if you are nearby and trying to sleep . We will definitely be back - PS Aiman said he would let us know when the turtles have hatched and he hasn't responded - please let us know .