Coco Palm Dhuni Kolhu, Maldives

We travelled for 12 nights in early September via Dubai. This trip was over a year in the making and as always with our Indian ocean trips was booked through Angelfish Travel. Thanks to Liz, Clare and the team for their usual effortless efficiency and professionalism. Their product knowledge is absolutely second to none. Onto Coco Palm Dhuni Kolhu and firstly, it has to be said, what a beautiful natural picture postcard island, powder puff sand, a lovely lagoon and a lush interior teeming with birdlife. Our Villa 81 on the sunrise side of the island was large, well-appointed and just steps from the water and, with some variable weather during our visit, it proved to be the less windy side of the island, which was most welcome The highlight throughout our stay was the food in the Cowrie buffet restaurant. Who says that buffets can be bland? The quality, freshness, variety and taste of almost everything we had was outstanding. Fish cooked perfectly on one of several live cooking stations and a simply excellent selection of salads. Praise and thanks to the Executive Chef Aakash and his team of talented professionals, Danish & Pravan in particular, who all served with a smile. The all-inclusive package was reasonable for the price point with a decent selection of cocktails, spirits and one draught beer. However, the biggest letdown was the quality of the house wine - truly dreadful, especially when you’re enjoying such lovely food. Having seen other reviews pointing out the same disappointment, surely the resort can do a little better. The snorkelling on the sunrise side of the island was a little disappointing. Large amounts of bleaching in places, a strong breeze and distance from the shore to the reef would certainly put off novice snorkelers and was tiring even for stronger swimmers. Lack of engagement from the management team was very noticeable during the entirety of our stay. It did not particularly bother us but I would imagine others would disagree. This was the polar opposite to other resorts we have visited where management go out of their way to engage. All in all, we had a lovely time on a truly beautiful island. Special thanks to our room attendant Hari who, as well as keeping our room spotless, was also a very friendly, helpful and polite young man. To Nahlinda who was our waiter for almost all of our stay & who got to know our drink preferences so quickly - many thanks for your hard work and friendly personality. Sithik his team in the restaurant also made us feel very welcome in the restaurant – Shukuriyyaa, Moose!

Just back from 7 fabulous days at the Coco palm . already looking to return. We stayed in one of the lagoon villas I can’t praise the place enough.

A beautiful, unspoilt island resort which keeps the importance of the environment and natural beauty and ethos of the Maldives at the forefront. The staff are second to none and go out of their way to make sure your stay is relaxing and comfortable. The villas are all air conditioned and contain everything you need, including a huge four-poster bed! The resort is quiet with two restaurants and some limited evening entertainment, but is the place to go if you want relaxation, comfort and simplicity.

Coco Palm has a natural beauty and is a real gem of an island .The staff are truly what make you want to return again and again. Everyone who visits will arrive as a guest but will leave as friend. We have indeed made many new friends over the years and it is so nice to meet people again. We enjoyed all the food on the island and Chef Akash certainly can provide delicious food for everyone and some very special dinners for very special occasions. The staff look after everyone with the same care and we look forward to our next return. Thank you to all the staff …there are too many to mention. Thank you from our hearts for a fantastic time with you all and we will look forward to creating some more memories.

CocoPalm has natural beauty and is a real gem of an island. It is the staff that make you want to return again and again. Everyone arrives as a guest but will leave as a friend. We have indeed made many friends and it is so nice to meet again with them on the island and indeed remain in contact with them at home. The staff take care of all guests and will certainly ensure you take home many special memories. Chef Akash has certainly provided some very delicious food and also some exquisite dinners for a special occasion. Thank you to everyone for taking care of us ( too many to mention). We look forward to our next return. Thank you from our hearts.