Anantara Kihavah Maldives Hotel Review and Room Tour
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 1 มิ.ย. 2024
- On our recent trip to the Maldives, we had the pleasure of staying at Anantara Kihavah. Anantara had been on our list for SO long, we were so happy to finally have the chance to experience it - and spoiler alert, it did not disappoint. Check out the resort here: www.anantara.com/en/kihavah-m...
Stay tuned to hear some considerations to keep in mind when booking, the suite tour and more!
In the review, we’ll tell you everything you need to know:
00:00 - Intro
00:27 - Location
01:06 - Lobby & Check in
02:12 - Rooms
05:19 - Service
07:44 - Dining
09:41 - Facilities
12:05 - Style
14:25- COVID-19 RATING
To read the written review of Anantara Kihavah, check it out here: www.voyagerguru.com/hotel-rev...
Anantara Kihavah is located in Baa Atoll, one of the most bio-diverse atolls in the Maldives, and one of our personal favorites. Baa Atoll is a UNESCO biosphere reserve that has allowed the sea life to flourish, including the nearby Hanifaru Bay, home to the largest Manta Ray feeding station in the world. The property is located a short, 40-minute seaplane ride from Male. Guests can also choose to take a domestic flight with a spead boat if the arrival or departure time is before sunrise or after sunset.
Both overwater and beach villas offered spacious accommodations, large swimming pools and ample privacy. In neither room were we able to see other villas or people. Beach villas afford you the option to go straight into the shallow lagoon from your room, whereas, the water villas are already overwater, but will sometimes have a bit deeper water with beautiful corals to explore while snorkeling.
The service throughout our experience was truly exceptional. Every staff member we encountered was respectful, polite and genuinely seemed to love their job. It is very clear that management is trying to craft the best guest experiences, from aerial yoga classes to impeccable spa treatments overwater and wine tastings in the underwater restaurant.
Elegant, classic and Asian-inspired are three words that come to mind when we think about the style on property. The white and brown tones, mixed with the pops of color and modern touches make for a romantic, beachy vibe on property and it’s consistent across the board. While light touch ups and tech updates would even further elevate the style, we fell in love with the beautiful decor, personalized touches of books and magazines in the rooms and the connection to nature that is felt across the property.
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Watched so many of your amazing hotel reviews before ending up choosing this one a few months ago, it did not disappoint. There were endless activities, massive rooms, tons of dinning choices, all surrounded by lush foliage and a great reef! Your videos are the best for getting a real feel for the different hotels, thanks for helping us plan an amazing vacation!
Hi B! Thank you so much for your amazing message 😍. We are SO glad our video helped you choose Anantara and we’re also really excited that you had a similar experience. I totally agree - the reef, the rooms, the dining were all just so spectacular im so glad you had a good time ❤️❤️. Thanks for sharing your experience!! - maren
hey! im looking to book this for my honeymoon soon , can you tell me if it was good as for pricing? like was it all inclusive?
Hi there! Anantara does offer meal plans through their website so you’ll have to look up your dates to see the rates and meal plans available. We always like to say the best hotel is the one you can afford so I would highly recommend reviewing your budget and what the inclusions are to make sure you are comfortable booking :)
Stunning guys, I did 10 days in the Maldives, did my advance scuba diving, do not dive anymore due to health reasons. Life is about memories. Does not matter if you are rich, anyone goes out with nothing, so make fantastic memories, Snorkel I do now...fantastic video
Thanks so much for your comment!! Scuba diving is incredible - snorkeling is amazing too! And totally agree about how we leave this earth 🙌🏽🙌🏽 live it up!!
Thanks for the natural island explanation , so interesting . The whole video is wonderful …it’s like a dream!
A very delightful and accurate video. This is a great property and we’ve always felt very welcome there. Beautiful camera work and very informative, VoyagerGuru. Keep up the good work!
Thank you so much, Gregory! That means so much!! We really appreciate it ❤️
This place certainly offers a lot of uniques experiences ! Thanks for showing them to us! Of course the property is gorgeous too !
Thanks so much for your comment! We absolutely loved Anantara!
That’s so interesting about a natural island . Thanks for that and the whole video …it’s like a dream !
Thank you so much ❤️ your comment means a lot to us!
Thank you, this is definitely one of the best videos I’ve seen on any property. Appreciate all your insights!
Thank you so much, Melissa! That means the world to us!!
Great video! I really enjoyed your in-depth review of the resort.
Thank you so much! That means the world to us ❤️
Super vid quality! Really convinced me to book a 9 night stay with my Daughter and hubby! Keep up the super crisp content!
Hi Freida! Thanks so much for you comment - that is amazing! We are so jealous! Let us know what you think and happy travels!! ❤️
Thank you for your video! It’s really helpful :) amazing resort!
Thank you so much for your comment, Noora!! We LOVED it there and highly recommend it!!!
One day soon, it will be me living this magic experience 🙌🏻✨ amazing
Thanks for your comment!! We hope you make it there soon!! ❤️❤️
💗🌊🌊 Thanks for sharing your Maldives experiences with us 👍12
Thank you so much!!
Whats been your favorite hotel you guys stayed at in Maldives so far ?
I'll be going to the Maldives for the first time and this was the resort I picked after much research. I chose this place because of the SEA restaurant, observatory, and beautiful villas / bathroom. No other resort in the same price point could even compare it seems
Hi! That’s so exciting - anantara Kihavah is by far still in our top three. It’s fantastic. The star gazing experience is excellent, SEA for dinner is a MUST. The villas are fabulous and you really can’t go wrong. Did you see our highlight on instagram for anantara? It goes into some details of the activities we did etc. Feel free to DM me on IG if you need any help picking activities or need any guidance! I’m happy to answer any questions or send you the highlight
Hi there! Thanks so much for all the Maldives videos. You both have been such a great help while my husband and I plan for our trip for Winter 2023. We're highly considering Anatara Kihavah, but was wondering which did you prefer more Anatara Kihavah or Milaidhoo?
Hi Jasmyn! Thanks for reaching out!! We really appreciate your comment :) That sounds like an amazing trip you're planning!! Those are two of our favorite resorts. they're going to be a bit different - Anantara is a lot bigger and has more "action" in terms of having an underwater restaurant, lots of activities, bigger island and more people. Milaidhoo is very small both from a # of rooms perspective and island perspective. It's very quiet and focused on romance and privacy and we never really saw other people except at meals. Their champagne breakfast was spectacular. At the end of the day, it depends on what you like to do on vacation. If you want total exclusivity and exceptionally attentive service, i'd say go Milaidhoo. If you want some more action or to visit different restaurants every night and do some water sports or activities, Anantara may be better for you. I hope this helps! Let us know what other questions you have or if you need anything :)
Grateful for the quality and excellence not only in the video quality but in the deliver of information. Quick question, how would you compare this to Miladilhoo as you also gave that glowing reviews? Thanks in advance as I'm trying to prepare a trip to the Maldives for my wife and I's 30th anniversary.
Thank you so much, Matt! That means so much to us. Both are amazing choices to be honest. Milaidhoo will be a bit more secluded, romantic, small, totally obsessive service with nothing left behind. Our butler was just so incredible. Anantara will have a bit more action, the underwater restaurant and you’ll see other guests around. If you’re going for total seclusion and modern rooms, go Milaidhoo. If you’re looking for some more activities and more dining options and tours, Anantara is amazing. Hope this helps!! Let us know if you have any questions
it's so beautiful out there and luv riding seaplane to your hotels
Thank you so much for the comment! We totally agree 🙌🏼
People say that the villas at Kihavah are better than Dhigu but I prefer the ones at Dhigu. Higher ceilings, infinity pool flushed with the sea and no wooden platform in-between. I like being in my pool and looking directly down into the lagoon. Dhigu suite also has no narrow entry hallway, and I like the bathtub and it’s view better. The water suites are also super aesthetic from the jetty and drone shots.
I chose to stay at Dhigu for the rooms but also the perfect crystal clear lagoon. But I’m still interested in Kihavah and maybe one day I will go there too. But the next two resorts on top of my Maldives bucketlist are Soneva Jani and Joali.
Hey Delilah! Thanks so much for your comment! We haven’t stayed at Dhigu yet but it sounds like we may need to!! Sounds idyllic. Keep us posted how you like jani and joali
Thank you for this incredible video. Would like to know if the minibar is included within the villa rate?
Hi Vic! Thanks for your comment. We really appreciate your feedback :). The minibar is not included in the room rate unfortunately. The coffee and water are complimentary as well as some teas. I hope this helps!
HEY , could you please tell which camera and equipment did you use to make this video?
Hey Shaurya! Primarily we use the Sony A7SIII and the Mavic Air 2. The image quality comes largely from shooting in flat color profiles (log-3 and d-cine). Let me know if you have any questions! Safe travels!
Thanks for the awesome video! My wife and I are looking at booking this exact location. I have a quick question, on the website it says daily breakfast ( I assume the buffet breakfast) and daily dinner (at select restaurants) are included and one lunch at SEA. Was that your experience and if so where were breakfast and dinner? Thanks for any help you can provide. You guys rock!
Hi there! Thank you so much for your comment! You are looking at a GREAT resort- one of our favorites! so good choice :). Regarding half board packages (breakfast and dinner), it includes *most* restaurants, except underwater at SEA and any of the special dining by design/ room service. Lunch at SEA is an excellent add-on so that will be fun. I would recommend half board overall, because dining can be quite expensive and this enables you to pre-pay a large amount of your vacation. Breakfast is at the same restaurant everyday, next to the pool, and is great! Lots of variety, amazing healthy options, everything there is included which is fantastic. By the way, typically anything not included on half board for dinner, like let's say a special event on the beach, you will receive a discount if you want to attend. Half board does not include alcohol, just FYI but if that's all you have to pay for, it's not so bad. Let me know any questions you have!!
@@VoyagerGuru Thanks for your reply. I appreciate your expertise. One last question. I am finding conflicting information about the rainy season. My wife and I would probably go for a week but it would probably be July or August. Is that a bad time to go?
@@bwolf240 Anytime!! Happy to answer any questions I can. The "worst" months are june and july but it can really depend on the year/weather patterns/etc. We have been extremely luck in the monsoon seasons for the most part and gotten unlucky in dry season. I'd say August is a safer bet than July because it's at the end of that season
@@VoyagerGuru Great! Thanks again and keep up the awesome work. You guys should review Gili Lankanfushi. Would be curious to hear your opinion on that hotel. Just tell them to put you all up for free lol!
@@bwolf240 hahah!! thank you and great suggestion. We'd love to stay there. We actually just were at a hotel that was LITERALLY right next to it. It's extremely close to Malé and has horrible plane traffic above it so i'd be curious to find out what its REALLY like there. Their website makes it seem very remote and with nothing around it, but it's verrryyy close to another hotel and to the main island. Will definitely keep you posted!!
Hope all is well with you guys, sure miss your videos!! We are interested in this resort and was wondering if you had any suggestions for a travel company to help arrange. Our trip still is a couple of years out but would like to see approx cost so we can start preparing. Thanks and hope to see you back soon.
Hi Franky! Thank you so much!!! We are back home and working on our next videos so thank you so much for your support!! We haven't dabbled too much with travel companies, but I'm happy to provide suggestions! Shoot me an email at team@voyagerguru.com and I can see what I can help you with!
@@VoyagerGuru will do. Thanks
Hi there , what’s the best site to book this hotel on ? Struggling to find it on many sites
Thankyou
Hey there! The best booking prices are definitely direct. They do have good incentives to book through them so they don’t have to pay third parties a lot. We do have a partnership with a luxury agency that has some good deals for anantara so if you would like a rate comparison, feel free to email me at team@voyagerguru.com :)
Great video on Anantara Kihavah. Got some questions on transportation. How long did it take (in total) to get the resort after you landed in Male? Also, how early did you have to leave the resort to catch your international flight? For example, if your international flight leaves Male at 1pm, do you have to leave the resort like 4 hours in advance?
Thank you so much, Yvonne!! Absolutely - so transfers to Anantara are done via seaplane. Depending on when you land, they usually need a minimum of 45 minutes to an hour of time to ensure you make the seaplane. Seaplanes are slightly flexible so if the timing lines up and there are free seats, they try to get you on the next plane. The flight takes about 45 minutes and it's gorgeous, you may stop at other resorts along the way which is super fun. There is a great lounge at the airport for the seaplane and you have snacks, non alcoholic beverages, restroom etc so if you have to wait, it's not bad.
The hotel will try to plan the best flight back based on your international flight, but keep in mind the last seaplanes leave before sunset so you will likely have some hours in Male before your flight if you're on one of the later flights. I would recommend an evening flight because you'll get on the last seaplane off the island, which is really nice. If your flight leaves Malé at 1, you will likely be on an 8am or 9am flight out of there. If you can, the best flight times are 7:45-9pm because you can still get away with a later flight off the island :).
BTW- many islands run on "island time" which is a made up time that most hotels run on. They move the clock one hour ahead so you "get more daylight", but this will also mean when you leave the island, you may leave at 4pm island time, which is actually 3pm normal Malé time so end up with an extra hour at the airport.
thanks for the detailed response and helpful tips. Appreciate it!
Anytime, Yvonne!! Have a great day
Very good
Thank you so much, Kristine!
Hi guys! How is the weather like in September?
Hey Adriana! Thanks for your comment! We had pretty good weather overall! It was a bit hazy in the afternoons on some days, but in general it was quite good!! September is generally a good time of year to visit :). I hope this helps!
Wonderful review! Being that this is a Muslim area, do they serve bacon? I’m considering this resort for an upcoming vacation. Thank you!
Hey there! Thanks for reaching out! Great question - yes they do serve pork products at the resort. It will be marked as pork bacon specifically because they typically offer other types of bacon as well :). I hope this helps! If you need any help planning don’t hesitate to reach out ok DM or email :)
We have to reserve table for underwater restaurant?
Hi Neeta! Thanks for your comment. It is best to make reservations to ensure you get a table on your desired night, so I would talk to your butler upon arrival to schedule that for you. I hope this helps!
Can a solo traveler go to this Resort or in Maldives, traveling alone?
Hi Paula! Thanks for your comment. Yes- absolutely! We have actually met quite a few solo travelers throughout our trips to the Maldives. Anantara has a lot of activities so that could be a good option. It's definitely a very private place and it's not super "happening" in terms of meeting other people because they focus a lot of relaxation and privacy, but if you're just looking to enjoy the resort and not party or meet people, then it's a perfect place.
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Thank you so much, Fin & Meg!
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The only downside I see in this place is that there is no all-inclusive option. If rather pay the extra for all-in to take away from worrying about being issued with a big bill at check-out. Quite a shame as it's the only thing stopping me from booking.
Hey Bill! Thanks for your comment. I totally hear you, it's really nice to not get a bill at the end of your stay. I know they do often offer a half-board package through their direct website, that would at least help cover some of the expense. Not quite the same as all-inclusive, but at least it's an option. I do hope more and more hotels offer an AI package as it's a great option for travelers!
@@VoyagerGuru You guys are the best
One wuestion, if I may....
Of all the resorts is Maldives you have visited, which one had the best evening entertainment? Guessing it would mainly be live music.
Thanks, Bill! You’re too kind!!!!
Average , monotonus and boring. Finding Dory in 3D is more exciting and mindblowing.
Thanks for the feedback, sorry you didn't like the video. Although, I will say Finding Dory is one heck of a benchmark, 94% on Rotten Tomatoes 🤷♂If only we could be that entertaining #justkeepswimming
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