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Rating summary
  • Location
    5 of 5 stars
  • Sleep Quality
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Service
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Value
    4 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    5 of 5 stars
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Amsterdam, The Netherlands
1 review
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 June 2013

We have been to Kanuhura 5 times but it is now forever of our list. Service was factory-like. Nothing personal as we were used to. Lots of mistakes with bookings. Our 13 year old daughter was discourteously adressed by one of the waiters. When I gave my feedback to the head quarters, the reply was: everybody has been perfectly forthcoming... More

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Newcastle Upon Tyne
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2013

We have just returned from a one week stay at the Kanuhara. We have given the hotel the 2 star rating on the basis that this hotel sells itself as a deluxe 5 star resort and a member of the leading hotels of the world. We have visited 5 star resorts all of the world and are seasoned travellers. We... More

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Kanuhura M, Kanuhura Team at Kanuhura, responded to this review
4 June 2013

Dear Andy_Lisa_9 Thank you for taking your time to write your comments on Trip Advisor. We would like to express our most sincere apologies for the encountered challenges which have affected your stay. We take pride in maintaining a reputation for excellence, and you, our customer, should never experience less than the absolute best. We realize that we cannot undo... More

Kiev, Ukraine
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12 reviews 12 reviews
9 hotel reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
17 helpful votes 17 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 May 2013

Hotel is very nice, staff is very friendly. One of the best kids club my child ever stayed, she is 3 years old and was always asking us to bring her to kids club. Food is amazing! We took HB basis but were upgraded to eat all around, all restaurants are superb! Spa has average facilities, some problems with loudspeakers,... More

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KanuhuraFamily, Kanuhura Team at Kanuhura, responded to this review
18 May 2013

Dear elv16 Thank you very much for taking the time to leave your comments on Trip Advisor. We are very pleased to read that you have enjoyed your stay with us and that your child was amazed by the Kids Club. We have forwarded your comment in regards to the Spa to the concerned department who is addressing this immediately.... More

Derby, United Kingdom
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 April 2013

We visited Kanuhura in Sept 2012 for our honeymoon. The stay was amazing, every little detail was perfect. Food scored 10/10..and met our halal requirements. the head chef Jamil would meet us every day to check everything was perfect. staff were all brilliant esp Janaka. enjoyed the private island,snorkelling, evening chilling lounging areas. Never felt bored for someone that gets... More

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KanuhuraFamily, Kanuhura Team at Kanuhura, responded to this review
24 April 2013

Dear Shima86 Thank you very much for your positive comments about Kanuhura on Trip Advisor. We really appreciate that you have taken the time to score us and we are very pleased to read that you have enjoyed your time with us, especially that your food requirements were met. Thank you also for the praise of Jameel and Janaka and... More

wonersh, surrey
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7 reviews 7 reviews
7 hotel reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 April 2013

Lovely duplex room, ideal for our children, 12 and 14, food amazing, watersports incredible especially the dive centre. Paradise location, water indescribable turquoise. Our son had a birthday while there and the staff made a real fuss over him when we had a sunrise breakfast on Jehenuhuru, the neighbouring deserted island. All the hotel staff were kind, helpful and gentle,... More

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KanuhuraFamily, Kanuhura Team at Kanuhura, responded to this review
16 April 2013

Dear rustsarah Thank you very much for taking the time to write your positive comments on Trip Advisor. The entire Kanuhura family is very delighted to read that you had an incredible stay on Kanuhura. We are glad that Toby was pampered on his birthday and that we could make it even more special. Thank you for the comment in... More

London, England, United Kingdom
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5 reviews 5 reviews
3 hotel reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 April 2013

After looking at numerous hotels in the Maldives my wife and I decided to book Kanuhura for our honeymoon. When we arrived in Male, we were meet by a representative from Kanuhura and taken to a private lounge before boarding our seaplane to the island, which was very nice after our long flight. Stepping out of the seaplane and on... More

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KanuhuraFamily, Kanuhura Team at Kanuhura, responded to this review
16 April 2013

Dear Ihetherington Thank you very much for your valuable comment on Trip Advisor. We are pleased to read that you had a fantastic honeymoon and we hope that your holidays are filled with fond memories. I would also like to take this opportunity to thank you for the praise to our Food & Beverage team and that you even compared... More

Geneva
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3 reviews 3 reviews
3 hotel reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 April 2013

My husband and I stayed at Kanuhura in the first two weeks of February. It was an outstanding experience. The beaches were great, the water crystal clear, the food excellent and the responsiveness of the staff amazing. Our tropical holidays previously were to Mauritius and Seychelles - mostly Beachcomber resorts (Dinarobin, St Anne), as well as a sister Sun hotel,... More

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KanuhuraFamily, Kanuhura Team at Kanuhura, responded to this review
16 April 2013

Dear SSK-Geneva Thank you very much for taking the time to share your positive comments on Trip Advisor. We are extremely pleased to read that you had an outstanding experience and that you will return to our friendly shores. In regards to the refurbishment of the rooms, we have a project planned in the upcoming future. We are proud to... More

southeast england
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44 reviews 44 reviews
17 hotel reviews
Reviews in 22 cities Reviews in 22 cities
20 helpful votes 20 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 April 2013

Just arrived back after our 9th visit which says that we like Kanuhura very much. Nothing had changed it was still excellent. Could not fault the spa area at all. I did find that the waiters and bar staff needed to be brought up to speed but bearing in mind that many of them hadn't been there more than 3... More

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KanuhuraFamily, Kanuhura Family at Kanuhura, responded to this review
4 April 2013

Dear foxycat-7 Thank you very much for taking the time to write about your great experience in Kanuhura. We are very pleased to hear that you had an excellent time with us and thank you for your loyalty over the past years. Rest assured that your valuable feedback has been forwarded to the concerned department and we will review the... More

Dallas, Texas
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44 reviews 44 reviews
19 hotel reviews
Reviews in 21 cities Reviews in 21 cities
18 helpful votes 18 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 March 2013

A magic resort where the staff takes great pride in taking care of you - just like Vladimir, the General Manager who's personal and genuine hospitality is the example for his team. From the moment we arrived to the minute we departed this beautiful island, we felt taken care of. Brilliant food (some of the best Focaccia and Ciabatta we... More

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KanuhuraFamily, Kanuhura Management at Kanuhura, responded to this review
27 March 2013

Dear GFK88, thank you very much for your valuable comment on Tripadvisor. We are really pleased to know that you have spent such a good time with us and enjoyed our Kanuhura personalized service. We are looking forward to welcome you again soon at our little corner of Paradise. Sincerely Kanuhura Management More

Greifensee
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84 reviews 84 reviews
14 hotel reviews
Reviews in 37 cities Reviews in 37 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 March 2013

if you like to relax in a natural ambiente with outside-dining, excellent food in all 3 restaurants, you like clear water, snorkeling or diving, that's the place to go. Nice villas, with outside/bathroom, well equipped are waiting for you. Best villas in March due to the breeze are no. 100 - 130 or seavillas. Staff is extremely friendly and helpful.... More

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KanuhuraFamily, Kanuhura Management at Kanuhura, responded to this review
22 March 2013

Dear XileCH, all Kanuhura Family would like to thank you for your words of appreciation and for sharing your experience with us on Tripadvisor. We are really proud to know that you enjoyed our fine dining restaurants and that you appreciate our villas and personal service. All Kanuhura Team is looking forward to welcome you again soon. Kanuhura Management More

 
 
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Additional Information about Kanuhura

Address: Lhaviyani Atoll
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Region: Maldives > Lhaviyani Atoll > Kanuhura
Amenities:
Bar/Lounge Beach Business Centre Fitness Centre Free Breakfast Free High-Speed Internet Children Activities Restaurant Room Service Shuttle Bus service Suites Swimming Pool
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Ranked #1 of 1 hotels in Kanuhura
Price range (per night): ₹40,341 - ₹62,932
Hotel Class:5 star (5*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
The 26 natural atolls which make up the Maldives, contain some 1200 coral islands, infinite sandbanks and reefs spread over90,000 square kilometres of Indian Ocean. Only 200 of these islands are inhabited, while an additional 90 have been transformed into resorts. Kanuhura is located on the eastern rim of Lhaviyani Atoll, on its own private island. Famed for its laid-back luxury and authentic, natural Maldivian charm, the award-winning resort offers the highest standards of accommodation, service and culinary experience. Every effort has been made to retain the natural beauty of the island and wherever possible, employ the use of only natural materials. The island measures approximately 1000 meters in length and 200 meters in width, with a north-south orientation. It offers the best in watersports and diving. Travel is by seaplane and is around 40 minutes from the international airport at the Maldives capital, Male. The seaplanes, privately run by Maldivian Air Taxi Services, operate a schedule to accommodate international arrivals and departures. A private waiting lounge is available for guests of Kanuhura. ... more   less 
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