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About this property
Bandos resort is a private island located 8 Km away from Male. Bandos Maldives features spacious rooms with balconies overlooking the garden or beach. A water sports centre and dive school are available. The hotel has multiple dining options. Free WiFi access is available. Bandos Resort is ideally situated on North Male' Atoll, just a 10-minute speed boat ride from Male International Airport, which is 7 Km away. Bandos’ rooms and villas are surrounded by nature’s beauty, some featuring high thatched roofs or wooden décor. Flat screen TV with cable TV channels are available. Tea/coffee makers and minibars are provided. Some feature separate living rooms or outdoor hot tubs. A pool with swim up bar is available, while beauty and massage treatments are available at the resort’s spa. Club House offers a range of fitness activities including a gym, aerobics, badminton, tennis courts, squash and table tennis. Kokko Club offers babysitting services along with a range of programmes for the little ones. Union Pay is available here. AThe Grill Bar serves juicy steaks, crunchy chicken wings, and tasty delicacies fish, while Sea Breeze Café offers Western and international food by the sea. A wide range of buffet foods can be savoured at Gallery Restaurant. Huvan and Sand Bar provide lovely tropical settings to enjoy cocktails and live entertainment. Chinese options are available for breakfast. Umi Yaki restaurant serves Japanese Teppanyaki food. Guests lodging at the resort on December 24th will be obligated to cover the compulsory expenses for the Christmas Gala Dinner. Similarly, guests staying at the resort on December 31st will be obligated to cover the mandatory fees for the New Year Gala Dinner.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Airport shuttle
- Spa and wellness centre
- Non-smoking rooms
- Fitness centre
- Room service
- Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
- Bar
- Beachfront
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Availability
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Room type | Number of guests | |
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1 extra-large double bed or 2 single beds | ||
1 extra-large double bed or 2 single beds | ||
1 large double bed | ||
1 extra-large double bed | ||
1 extra-large double bed | ||
1 extra-large double bed | ||
1 extra-large double bed | ||
1 extra-large double bed and 1 sofa bed |
Sustainability
Green Globe Certification
Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Irshad
India“It was a very beautiful experience right from the word go. The location was perfect, and very close to the main island. The resort was stunning and very clean. The staff were very friendly and helpful. The food was yum and the varieties were...” - Ana
Portugal“My stay at the hotel was excellent. The accommodations were fantastic, and the staff were truly outstanding — always welcoming, friendly, and attentive. The cleanliness throughout the hotel was impeccable, and overall, it was a wonderful...” - Laurel
Switzerland“The island with all the beaches and house reef is truly beautiful. Would for sure book again” - Done
Singapore“We had a wonderful family vacation at Bandos. The snorkelling was excellent all around the island. We saw turtles, sharks, manta rays and a massive amount of colourful coral fish. All the meals were excellent. The staff was friendly and courteous...” - Daniel
Spain“Staff was amazing. Beds super comfortable, lucky to get a free upgrade to the beach villa that I would highly recommend. Sunset bar top, snorkeling top. Excellent dive center! We loved everything. Food was very good. Transfer speedboat super easy...” - Shelly
Netherlands“We had the best stay at Bandos and it was even more beautiful than we had imagined. All of the staff is so friendly, the premium beach villa is very nice and the island is absolutely beautiful! We would love to come back.” 
Scubabew
United Kingdom“Bandos has 4 restaurants so choice of venue is available”
Jan
Czech Republic“Great place for blue waters, snorkeling around corals and colorful fish, reef shark, palm trees etc. Tropical paradise, great diving center and spots.”- Sami
Oman“Friendly staff Mosque is present Kids room in clubhouse really helped with the young ones Free extra bed was provided Beach chairs available Life jacket provided for free for the entire stay” - Rajapaksa
Sri Lanka“The beaches and the island itself is a beauty. Good placement of restaurants and bars. Very calm place. Lot of activities.”
Property surroundings
Restaurants
- Gallery Restuarant
- CuisineInternational
- Open forBreakfast • Lunch • Dinner
- AmbianceFamily friendly
- Dietary optionsHalal • Vegetarian • Gluten-free
- Sea Breeze
- CuisineInternational
- Open forBreakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner • High tea • Cocktail hour
- AmbianceModern
- Dietary optionsHalal • Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free
- Grill Bar
- CuisineInternational
- Open forDinner
- AmbianceFamily friendly • Modern
- Dietary optionsHalal
- Umi Yaki
- CuisineJapanese
- Open forDinner
- AmbianceFamily friendly • Traditional
- Dietary optionsHalal
- Huvan
- CuisineInternational
- Open forBrunch • Lunch • Dinner
- AmbianceFamily friendly • Modern • Romantic
- Dietary optionsHalal
House rules
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.
The fine print
The property can be reached by a private and a shared speedboat.
Private Speedboat Transfers:
From June 17, 2025 to October 31, 2026 the charges are as follows:
- Adult (12 years and above): USD 282 per person per way for up to 6 passengers. This rate is not included in the booking price and will be charged additionally.
- Child (2–11 years): Free of cost.
Shared Speedboat Transfers:
From June 17, 2025 to October 31, 2026 the charges are as follows:
- Adult (12 years and above): USD 110 per person
- Child (2–11 years): USD 55 per child. This rate is not included in the booking price and will be charged additionally.
Please share your flight details with the property at least 3 days before your arrival to secure your seat(s) for the transfer.
Children under 2 years will eat for free based on the rules and meal-plan accompanied by an adult, excluding alcoholic beverages. Please note that a Green Tax of USD 12 per child, per night is applicable additionally for children from 2 years and above.
Please present the same credit card used to guarantee your booking when checking in or making the payment at the hotel. Please note that the property may contact the cardholder for verification purposes.
Due to safety and privacy concerns, the operation of unmanned aerial systems or drones by any of the guests, including model aircraft by recreational users and hobbyists, is prohibited.
All-inclusive benefits:
This is an all-inclusive property. It comprises:
- Breakfast with selected beverages
- Lunch with selected beverages
- Dinner with selected beverages
- Meals are served at the Gallery Restaurant
- Selected beverages are served at Sand Bar, Pool Bar and Huvan
- Evening tea is served at Sea Breeze
- Minibar is refilled once per day on a regular schedule
- Windsurfing and canoeing; maximum 2 hours per person per day
- Sports and leisure activities at the Clubhouse are subject to availability and the time of booking
The following complimentary facility(s) will be provided once per stay for guests booking honeymoon packages (For weddings not older than 6 months, a wedding certificate to be presented at the time of check-in):
- A bottle of wine
- Fruit basket
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform Bandos Maldives in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
