Reviews of Dhawa Ihuru, part of Banyan Group 5 stars
Male city, North Male Atoll, 08300 Male, 08300 Male City, Maldives
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Reviewed: 15 August 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewThis small, intimate resort was the perfect place for my son and I to chill after a week on a scuba liveaboard. The bungalows are comfortable and lovely Each one has their patch of beach from which you can walk into the water and snorkel the excellent house reef. The entire staff was so kind and courteous. In response to some comments about children, yes it’s family friendly but really not an issue. There were a few toddlers but mostly the children were quiet and unobtrusive
My only disappointment was that masala chai wasn’t on the breakfast drinks menu.
Dear Bethany, Thank you very much for taking the time to share your wonderful feedback and for choosing Dhawa Ihuru as your island home after your scuba liveaboard adventure. We are delighted to know that you and your son enjoyed a perfect few days of relaxation with us. It is a pleasure to hear that you loved the comfort of our beachfront villas, the convenience of stepping straight onto the beach, and snorkeling on our vibrant house reef. We are equally grateful for your kind words about our team’s service—your recognition means a lot to us. We also appreciate your constructive note regarding masala chai at breakfast. Your feedback has been shared with our culinary team, and we will look into ways to enhance our morning beverage selection for our valued guests. We look forward to welcoming you and your family back for another memorable island escape in the near future. Warm regards, Elias Pertoft General Manager Dhawa Ihuru – Maldives
Dear Bethany, Thank you very much for taking the time to share your wonderful feedback and for choosing Dhawa Ihuru as your island home after your scuba liveaboard adventure. We are delighted to know that you and your son enjoyed a perfect… Show more
Reviewed: 6 July 2025 · Stayed in May 2025
Verified reviewEverything. The rainmist villa is on the windy side of the island which is great for when it's hot. Absolutely amazing for snorkelling Lovely staff Good food If you truly want to relax this is a place for you
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Dear Agnieszka, Sunny greetings from Dhawa Ihuru! Thank you so much for your wonderful review and perfect score. We’re absolutely delighted to hear that your stay was “just perfect” and that you enjoyed the stunning Rainmist Villa, especially its breezy location—a great spot to stay cool on sunny days! It’s fantastic to know you loved the snorkeling experience, our delicious food, and the warm hospitality from our team. Your kind words truly mean a lot to us, and we’re thrilled that you found Dhawa Ihuru to be the perfect place to relax and unwind. We look forward to welcoming you back for another unforgettable stay in our little paradise. Warm regards, Elias Pertoft General Manager
Dear Agnieszka, Sunny greetings from Dhawa Ihuru! Thank you so much for your wonderful review and perfect score. We’re absolutely delighted to hear that your stay was “just perfect” and that you enjoyed the stunning Rainmist Villa, especi… Show more
Reviewed: 14 June 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewThe reef is beautiful, vital and vibrant. I like that there is a marine center taking care of the reef. The food was very good. Fine quality and large variety of dishes: asian, mediterranean, local Maldivian, vegan, fruits, fish and meat steaks. It was my second time here, and I want to return in future.
The beach didn't look as beautiful as before because of the erosion and beach conservation activities.
Dear Ms. Elena, First of all, we hope you arrived home safely. Please accept our deepest appreciation for the chance to host you once again at Dhawa Ihuru, Maldives. 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, Elias Pertoft General Manager
Dear Ms. Elena, First of all, we hope you arrived home safely. Please accept our deepest appreciation for the chance to host you once again at Dhawa Ihuru, Maldives. Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts about your recent s… Show more
Reviewed: 25 May 2025 · Stayed in April 2025
Verified revieweverything From the moment we landed in the airport, until taking us back to the terminal. The Hospitality of the team at the property is unmatched! the calm vibes of the island and the taste of the food although its not a huge variety because its a small island yet the food taste in general is amazing. the Spa service for couples was so great that we booked twice in two days!. they even organized a special dinner arrangement for us on our anniversary without telling us! that was an awesome experience. adding to that a free room upgrade and without even highlighting that to us as an extra service! it felt like we are super cared for all the time. believe me you will never see the type of personalized hospitality in this island else where and thats why we will surely go back.
honestly nothing in the hotel. but we tried to book a restaurant in the other bigger island to celebrate our anniversary. however it felt like a waste! paid for a fine dine experience but the food was horrible! the worst wagu steak ive tried and wished we had eaten in our island instead it would have been much tastier for sure. keep that in mind.
Dear Mr. Khaled, Thank you very much for taking the time to share your experience following your recent stay with us at Dhawa Ihuru, Maldives. We trust you had a safe journey home. Guest impressions such as yours are an invaluable source of insight for us. At our resort, we place great importance on feedback and suggestions, as they help us continuously improve our services and enhance overall guest satisfaction. We especially value the input of our loyal and returning guests, such as yourself. Please rest assured that the concerns you raised have been shared with the relevant departments for review and consideration. While we regret not having had the opportunity to address these matters during your stay, we would have welcomed the chance to provide a resolution—particularly as Banyan Tree Vabbinfaru is our sister property. Once again, thank you for bringing your experience to our attention. We look forward to welcoming you back in the near future and ensuring an even more memorable stay. Wishing you a wonderful day ahead. Warmest regards, Hery Kuswoyo General Manager Dhawa Ihuru & Banyan Tree Vabbinfaru, Maldives
Dear Mr. Khaled, Thank you very much for taking the time to share your experience following your recent stay with us at Dhawa Ihuru, Maldives. We trust you had a safe journey home. Guest impressions such as yours are an invaluable source … Show more
Reviewed: 4 May 2025 · Stayed in May 2025
Verified reviewThe house reef is exceptional, the staff is extremely kind and everyone is very careful with eny need you might have. The island is small and quiet, you experience the true Maldivian spirit here. It is our 4th stay here and we hope to come again soon, I think this speaks a lot… ❤️
The house reef and the staff.
Dear Ms. Dorina, It was a pleasure having you with us in Dhawa Ihuru Maldives and we thank you for your continued patronage and for taking the time to answer our online guest satisfaction survey. It was kind of you to share your thoughts with us since your responses will help us shape our services' future. We are grateful for the 5-star rating you gave us for your most recent visit. Thank you again for sharing your experience and we hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you back to our paradise island in the near future. With kindest regards, Hery Kuswoyo General Manager
Dear Ms. Dorina, It was a pleasure having you with us in Dhawa Ihuru Maldives and we thank you for your continued patronage and for taking the time to answer our online guest satisfaction survey. It was kind of you to share your thoughts w… Show more
Reviewed: 2 April 2025 · Stayed in April 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 14 March 2025 · Stayed in March 2025
Verified reviewThe resort (around 40 rooms) is simply beautiful and a little piece of paradise. The gardeners and housekeepers definitely stand out for keeping such a meticulously clean and pleasant environment and the level of professionalism can be seen in the details all around the island and inside your bedroom. All staff is kind and care about the guests from arrival/pick up until the very last moment at departure. You can see that they all try their best to make you have the best possible experience. We are travelling with two small kids and everyone was extremely kind also with them. The coral reef is the nicest we have seen in the last years and right in front of your room you’ll be able to see sharks, rays, colorful fishes and sea turtles. Even my non swimmer 2 years old daughter could see all this without going underwater! The island is located less than half an hour from Male which makes it very comfortable to reach. We loved our stay and would definitely come back and recommend it
The food was not so much of our liking and we did not find it up to standard. Furthermore, there is usually the possibility to visit the neighbor island (5 minutes far) of Banyan Tree but for the whole length of our stay it was completely reserved for a private occasion.
Dear Ms. Claudia, Thank you so much for choosing our resort for your holiday and for sharing your feedback after your recent stay at Dhawa Ihuru Maldives. We hope you and your family arrived home safely. As you might expect, feedback from guests is an important source of information for us. Our resort values our guests' feedback and suggestions, which allows us to continuously grow and improve the quality of our services for increased guest happiness. The issues you mentioned have already been shared with the appropriate departments for review and action. Please accept our sincere apologies for the inconvenience caused. We have shared your kind words with our team; they would be truly delighted to have their efforts recognized. We are honored to have served you and eager to welcome you back to this modest paradise in the Maldives, your home away from home. Thank you again for sharing your experience with us. Sincerely, Hery Kuswoyo General Manager
Dear Ms. Claudia, Thank you so much for choosing our resort for your holiday and for sharing your feedback after your recent stay at Dhawa Ihuru Maldives. We hope you and your family arrived home safely. As you might expect, feedback from… Show more
Reviewed: 13 March 2025 · Stayed in March 2025
Verified reviewBeautiful island property, lovely beachfront villas, beautiful beach. The house reef that surrounds the island is very easy to snorkel and has a great variety of sea life. The staff is excellent. The spa services were very relaxing and convenient. The buffet-style restaurant has a great variety of food from various cultures and was excellent. The dive shop staff was very helpful. A perfect stay!!
I would not change a thing.
Dear Ms. Adriana, First of all, we hope that you got home safely. We're thrilled you enjoyed your stay at Dhawa Ihuru Maldives and praised our services and products. We sincerely appreciate your positive review of your recent stay. Your comments have been shared with the team; they would be delighted to be recognized. We're honored to serve you and sincerely thank you for your patronage. We hope to see you again soon, your family away from home. Best personal regards, Hery Kuswoyo General Manager
Dear Ms. Adriana, First of all, we hope that you got home safely. We're thrilled you enjoyed your stay at Dhawa Ihuru Maldives and praised our services and products. We sincerely appreciate your positive review of your recent stay. Your … Show more
Reviewed: 12 March 2025 · Stayed in March 2025
Verified reviewStaff were lovely. Food was very good - fresh and tasty! The island is small but beautiful and the snorkelling on the easily accessible house reef was great!
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Dear Mr. Steven, Thank you for choosing Dhawa Ihuru 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 Dhawa Ihuru 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 would be thrilled to know their 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 Kuswoyo General Manager
Dear Mr. Steven, Thank you for choosing Dhawa Ihuru 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 w… Show more
Reviewed: 26 February 2025 · Stayed in February 2025
Verified review- kind, friendly and professional staff - fabulous breakfast, lunch and dinner - location - 20 min speed boat ride from Male'
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Dear Mr. Bogdan, We trust you had a safe journey home. We greatly appreciate the opportunity to host your stay at Dhawa Ihuru Maldives, and we thank you for taking the time to share your recent experience at our resort with us. We are grateful for the 10/10 rating you gave us for your most recent visit. We sincerely appreciate the time you took to share your feedback. Your positive rating means so much to us, and it’s wonderful to hear you had a delightful stay. Rest assured, your kind words will be shared with our team, they would be thrilled to know their efforts made your stay special. Once again, thank you for your trust and support. We look forward to welcoming you back soon for another memorable experience. Warm regards, Hery Kuswoyo General Manager
Dear Mr. Bogdan, We trust you had a safe journey home. We greatly appreciate the opportunity to host your stay at Dhawa Ihuru Maldives, and we thank you for taking the time to share your recent experience at our resort with us. We are gra… Show more
Reviewed: 22 February 2025 · Stayed in February 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 18 February 2025 · Stayed in February 2025
Verified reviewBeautiful villas. Amazing coral. Fantastic staff. Highly recommend.
As quite close to Male - there were quite a few ferries and large boats that went past - and views of other islands - but not necessarily a bad thing as we didn’t mind at all.
Dear Ms. Marilyn, I hope this message finds you well and that you had a pleasant journey home. On behalf of the Dhawa Ihuru Maldives team, I sincerely thank you for choosing us for your vacation. We truly appreciate you taking the time to share your feedback, and we are delighted to hear that you had a wonderful experience. Your positive rating means a lot to us. At Dhawa Ihuru Maldives, guest comfort and safety are our highest priorities. It brings us great joy to know that we could provide you with the rest and relaxation you were seeking. Once again, thank you for your kind support. We look forward to welcoming you back for another memorable stay in the near future. Best personal regards, Hery Kuswoyo General Manager
Dear Ms. Marilyn, I hope this message finds you well and that you had a pleasant journey home. On behalf of the Dhawa Ihuru Maldives team, I sincerely thank you for choosing us for your vacation. We truly appreciate you taking the time to… Show more
Reviewed: 15 February 2025 · Stayed in February 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 11 February 2025 · Stayed in February 2025
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Verified reviewEverything
All is perfect
Dear Valued Guest (Rakhmonov), First of all, we hope that you got home safely. We're thrilled you and your wife enjoyed your stay at Dhawa Ihuru Maldives and praised our services and products. We appreciate your positive review of your recent stay. Your comments have been shared with the team; they would be delighted to be recognized. We're honored to serve you and sincerely thank you for your patronage. We hope to see you again soon, your family away from home. Best personal regards, Hery Kuswoyo General Manager
Dear Valued Guest (Rakhmonov), First of all, we hope that you got home safely. We're thrilled you and your wife enjoyed your stay at Dhawa Ihuru Maldives and praised our services and products. We appreciate your positive review of your re… Show more
Reviewed: 3 February 2025 · Stayed in November 2024
Verified reviewReviewed: 29 January 2025 · Stayed in January 2025
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Verified reviewReviewed: 9 January 2025 · Stayed in December 2024
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Verified reviewReviewed: 3 January 2025 · Stayed in January 2025
Verified reviewThe staff are amazing So helpful,kind and welcoming specially Hanan at the bar ,Abdullah at the airport and Aini at reception Thank you so much
Dear Suzan, First of all, we hope that you got home safely. We're thrilled you enjoyed your stay at Dhawa Ihuru Maldives and praised our services and products. We appreciate your positive review of your recent stay. Your comments have been shared with the team, particularly Aini, Abdullah, and Hanane. They would be delighted to be recognized. We're honored to serve you and sincerely thank you for your patronage. We hope to see you again soon, your family away from home. Best personal regards, Hery Kuswoyo General Manager
Dear Suzan, First of all, we hope that you got home safely. We're thrilled you enjoyed your stay at Dhawa Ihuru Maldives and praised our services and products. We appreciate your positive review of your recent stay. Your comments have bee… Show more
Reviewed: 31 December 2024 · Stayed in December 2024
Verified reviewReviewed: 31 December 2024 · Stayed in December 2024
Verified reviewReviewed: 28 December 2024 · Stayed in December 2024
Verified reviewSuper proparty. But they need extra bad. Not sofa.
There’s no single bed for children
Dear Valued Guest, Thank you so much for choosing our resort for your quick getaway from the hustle and bustle of city life and for taking the time to complete the online guest survey after your recent stay at Dhawa Ihuru. We hope you arrived home safely. As you might expect, feedback from guests is an important source of information for us. Our resort values our visitors' feedback and suggestions, which allows us to continuously grow and improve the quality of our services for increased guest happiness. The issue you mentioned has already been shared with the appropriate departments for review and action. We are honored to have served you and eager to welcome you back to this modest paradise in the Maldives, your home away from home. Thank you again for sharing your experience with us. On behalf of the entire team, we wish you and your family a healthy and prosperous New Year 2025! Sincerely, Hery Kuswoyo General Manager
Dear Valued Guest, Thank you so much for choosing our resort for your quick getaway from the hustle and bustle of city life and for taking the time to complete the online guest survey after your recent stay at Dhawa Ihuru. We hope you arri… Show more