Maradiva Villas Resort & Spa

Seherazad is amazing girl , looked after my son (he's 4 years old), took care of him, and played with him. The club has a variety of games for children's development, a clean small pool, a toilet, and a playground. The toys are always clean and well-organized. ❤️

Perfect .. was great vacation Thanks to all staff SpecialThanks to Harvin the night manager شكراً جزيلا لك يا هارفين

My newly wedded wife and I chose this beautiful villa as our honeymoon destination, and it was the perfect choice. As it was our first time in Mauritius, we wanted something truly special—and Maradiva exceeded every expectation. From the moment we arrived, we were warmly welcomed and exceptionally well taken care of by Priscilla, who ensured that all our needs were met throughout our stay. One of the highlights was the candle-lit dinner, which created a truly romantic ambiance and was the perfect way to kick-start our honeymoon. This experience will forever hold a special place in our hearts. The room was maintained to an exceptional standard, with a seamless and highly efficient turndown service that made every return feel special. Shenaaz did an outstanding job—our room was absolutely pristine and immaculately presented each day. Our villa itself was stunning and so comfortable that it was hard to leave; it truly felt like a home away from home. From the luxurious, oversized bed to the open-plan layout that created a wonderfully spacious atmosphere, every detail was thoughtfully designed. The outdoor shower was a particular highlight, adding a unique and indulgent touch to an already incredible villa. The beach is absolutely stunning, offering a serene and atmospheric sense of privacy. Its vast stretch of soft sand was perfect for long, leisurely walks, and we loved relaxing on the beach beds, dozing off while taking in the breathtaking sunset against the beautiful skyline. The variety of dining options was outstanding, with an impressive selection of restaurants including Japanese, Indian, the Sea Grill, and the main restaurant—each offering a unique and memorable culinary experience. My wife and I were absolutely spoilt for choice and thoroughly enjoyed every single meal. A special mention must go to Akeel and Prateek in the main kitchen, who went above and beyond to make our stay unforgettable. From thoughtfully preparing off-menu dishes to taking such wonderful care of us by arranging delicious desi breakfasts, their hospitality and attention to detail were truly remarkable. The high-end cuisine and exceptionally fresh seafood were a highlight of our stay—and even managed to convert my wife, who was not a seafood lover before visiting Mauritius! Every meal felt like a fine-dining experience, and the warmth, care, and passion shown by the team made it even more special. We cannot recommend Maradiva highly enough and look forward to returning in the future. While our stay was truly wonderful, there are just two small points where the experience could be enhanced even further. The indoor shower could benefit from slightly hotter water, especially after a long day. Additionally, although the outdoor pool was fantastic, adding an option to improve privacy—such as a screen or treatment for the window visible from the pool area—would help guests feel completely at ease. These are minor suggestions and did not take away from our overall enjoyment, but we feel they could make an already excellent experience even better. Overall, we truly enjoyed our honeymoon and will forever reminisce about this holiday as one of our absolute favourites. From the warm hospitality to the unforgettable atmosphere, everything exceeded our expectations and made our stay incredibly special. We genuinely hope to return one day, hopefully with kids of our own, to create even more beautiful memories at this wonderful villa.

Despite the promise of a luxurious, five-star escape, our recent stay at Maradiva Villas Resort & Spa was unfortunately disappointing on several fronts — especially when compared to top-tier resorts in Mauritius like the Four Seasons and Shangri-La. 🚫 Lack of Warm Welcome & Poor First Impressions From the outset, the experience lacked the kind of arrival you would expect from a high-end resort. There was no welcome drink, no refreshing towel, no personal touch — nothing to signal that this was meant to be a premium stay. Given the pricing (comparable or higher than the Four Seasons on some nights), this felt like a glaring oversight. 🧑‍💼 Butler Service: Promised, But Never Delivered Upon check-in, we were told that we would have dedicated butler service — a key part of the resort’s advertised offering. However, no one ever introduced themselves, reached out, or attempted to provide any such service. After raising the issue on Day 3 of our 5-night stay, the response was dismissive — we were told the butlers were “off that day” and that someone would follow up the next morning. That follow-up never came. No apology. No corrective action. Just silence. 🍽️ Dining Experience & Breakfast: Subpar The breakfast experience was a consistent letdown. The selection was extremely limited, orders were slow to arrive, and many guests around us seemed equally frustrated. A further issue was the orange juice, which was consistently processed, even though the staff insisted it was freshly squeezed. We also ordered the shakshuka from the breakfast menu — it turned out to be nothing more than an egg floating in a hot, spicy tomato soup. It bore little resemblance to a traditional shakshuka and was another example of the kitchen failing to meet expectations, especially at this price point. We tried the resort’s other restaurants as well, but unfortunately found the quality to be mediocre and uninspired. 🏡 Room Privacy & Intrusions: A Serious Concern While our villa itself was spacious, clean, and well-maintained, the lack of privacy significantly impacted our stay. On several occasions, other guests wandered right up to our “private” villa pool area. Most disturbingly, on one occasion, while my partner and I were in the pool, a beach staff member approached us uninvited, offering fruit skewers — a gesture that, while perhaps intended to be courteous, felt like a clear boundary violation. On our first night, a neighboring guest walked into our villa’s pool area to ask us to lower our music volume — a further sign that the villas are poorly demarcated and lack effective privacy controls. 📉 Overall Value vs. Price Paid Given the nightly rates (which matched or exceeded what we later paid at the Four Seasons), the experience at Maradiva fell well short of luxury standards. The service quality, food, and guest privacy simply didn’t reflect the premium branding or pricing. After five nights, we decided to cut our stay short and moved to the Four Seasons, where we immediately experienced the elevated level of service, hospitality, and refinement we had originally expected. ⚖️ Final Verdict: ★★☆☆☆ Room Comfort: ✅ Spacious and clean Service: ❌ Disjointed and unresponsive Dining: ❌ Below par for the category Privacy: ❌ Repeated intrusions Value for Money: ❌ Not justified at this price tier If you are looking for a true five-star experience in Mauritius, I strongly recommend considering Four Seasons or Shangri-La instead. Maradiva has the infrastructure and setting to be something special — but based on our stay, the execution, service culture, and food standards fall far below expectations.

My kids had a wonderful time at the Maradivas Villas Resort Kids Club. This would not have happened if it weren’t for the attendant so a special thanks the loveliest Sehrazad at the kids club!! She was so sweet and kind. She did so many activities with the kids 😍