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Imagine hiding away on a tiny coral island resort in a sparkling lagoon in the middle of the Indian Ocean. Then imagine a retreat even more exclusive: your own 5-room sanctuary reached only by boat at this member of Small Luxury Hotels of the World. You have just envisioned the Private Reserve at Gili Lankanfushi Maldives in the Maldives. Designed in harmony with the natural surroundings, this stunning hideaway boasts two master suites, a natural coral pool and a private spa pavilion. From personal butlers to a customized wine cellar, no indulgence has been overlooked.
Gili Lankanfushi
Lankanfushi Island
North Male' Atoll, Maldives
Nearest Airport: MLE
We had a wonderful time at Gili Lankanfushi where the service was impeccable and the villa was huge and well appointed. The breakfast spread was excellent and we were met with attentive service every morning. The dive centre is professional and guided us through four lovely dives where we saw many turtles and huge manta rays. The dive instructors are very knowledgeable and guided us to many wonderful dive sites where we saw many other marine life. Rohan, the sommelier, helped us with our wine selection and explained many of the finer points of wine tasting with patience and expertise. All in all a fabulous experience in paradise! We definitely plan to go back!
chotto74
Paradise found! We spent 4 incredible nights at Gili Lankanfushi and it exceeded every expectation. The overwater villa was breathtaking—spacious, private, and with direct access to the crystal-clear lagoon. What truly sets this resort apart, however, is the service. Every staff member made us feel like family, but our Mr. Friday, Bobo, was the absolute highlight. He anticipated our every need and ensured our stay was flawless from start to finish. If you are looking for the ultimate Maldivian escape, this is the place. Thank you, Bobo and the entire Gili team!"
Jenny Y - Singapore
Our stay at Gili Lankanfushi was nothing short of extraordinary. From the moment we arrived, we were welcomed with genuine warmth and impeccable hospitality that made us feel at home instantly. The villa was spacious and offering complete privacy with breathtaking views of the turquoise lagoon and waking up to the sound of the ocean. Every staff member went above and beyond to ensure our stay was perfect, always attentive, friendly, and thoughtful. The dining experiences were outstanding, with fresh, delicious food and a wonderful variety of options!
Hieu N
Gili Lankanfushi delivered a flawless, deeply relaxing, and exciting vacation. The highlight of our stay was the incredible "Mr. Friday" concept. Our host, Bobbo, was an absolute superstar. He took care of every single detail, anticipated what we wanted to do before we even realized it ourselves, and seamlessly handled all of our bookings ahead of time. The team’s preparation before we even arrived was next-level—they even helped us curate the absolute best snorkeling and scuba diving experiences tailored perfectly to us. As a vegetarian, I am often worried about dining options, but the chefs here made me feel completely at home. They went out of their way to create spectacular, customized vegetarian dishes just for me at every restaurant. If you want a truly enjoyable, worry-free, and personalized getaway, this is it. Thank you, Gili Lankanfushi, thank you Bobbo, and the whole team for an unforgettable stay!
741dharab
It's a paradise, the service is incredible and there is so much to do and to see, but the place is so beautiful that just relaxing by the sea it's an exceptional experience.
Miguel B
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Our holiday at Soneva Gili was the most wonderful we ever had. We spent an unforgettable time there. Thanks a lot to everybody. We hope we will come back soon.
-Christian & Carmen