One&Only Reethi Rah

We visited as a family of 4, with 10 year old twins for the Easter holidays. We where blown away with the whole experience. Starting with the beach villa, the beach itself (wow), the restaurants, the spa, the professional and friendly service (thank you Francesca and many, many more), the vegitation around us, the variety of activities available, the constant mosquito control, etc. etc. Small things too, like the boys found their extra beds very confortable. I am happy to say that this resort exceeded all our very high expectations. If this was not enough, we enjoyed the Easter festivities, especially the Galla show and dinner as well as the Easter egg hunt. Lots of great memories. The privacy and quality of the beach itself will stay in our memory forever.

One&Only Reethi Rah really does set a high bar—but if you’re continuing that thought, there’s a lot more that makes it stand out beyond the obvious highlights. The villas, for starters, are in a league of their own. Whether you’re in a beachfront villa wrapped in lush greenery or an overwater villa perched above that unreal turquoise lagoon, the sense of space and privacy is incredible. Many come with private pools, direct beach or lagoon access, and design details that blend Maldivian charm with modern luxury. Then there’s the sheer scale of the island. Unlike many Maldives resorts, Reethi Rah is expansive, which means you can actually explore—bike rides under palm canopies, quiet stretches of beach that feel completely your own, and multiple dining spots that never feel crowded. Speaking of experiences, the resort goes beyond the usual: * Sunset dolphin cruises and private sandbank picnics * World-class diving and snorkeling with vibrant coral reefs * Tennis courts, climbing walls, and even a football pitch * Tailored wellness programs at the spa, from yoga to holistic therapies Families especially love how thoughtfully everything is designed. The kids’ club isn’t just babysitting—it’s a full-on adventure space with curated programs, while teens get their own hangout zones and activities that actually feel cool rather than forced. And yes, Tapasake deserves its own spotlight. The overwater setting alone is unforgettable, but the Japanese-Peruvian fusion cuisine takes it to another level—fresh seafood, inventive flavors, and that perfect sunset backdrop. What really elevates the experience, though, is the consistency. It’s not just one great meal or one friendly interaction—it’s every moment, every day. That kind of attention to detail is rare, even in the Maldives. If you want, I can compare it with other top Maldives resorts like Soneva or Cheval Blanc to see how it stacks up depending on your travel style.

Oh, my goodness, where do I start? I have just returned from an 8-night stay at the One&Only Reethi Rah and can honestly say that it is one of the best beach holidays that I have ever had. The island is just stunning with 12 beautiful white sand beaches, 6 amazing restaurants and a beautiful spa. I visited nearly all of the beaches by going out for a walk around 5pm, finishing up with views of incredible sunsets around 7.15pm. I stayed in a beach villa with private pool. The villas are well spaced and are separated by palm trees and greenery, so it was like having my own beach. Total privacy, I was just in and out of the pool and sea over and over again in complete silence (apart from birdsong and the sound of the sea). The villas are equipped with everything you could possibly need, and more. All the restaurants were great. My favourites were Fire and Tapasake (as I love oriental food) and Botanical (as the ambience was wonderful). The breakfasts were amazing with so much choice. I had a lovely snorkelling trip to Makunudu Island and swam with the Hawksbill turtles, loads of parrot fish and saw my first lionfish - beautiful! My host, Eugene, was lovely. The restaurants are open on different evenings and, when I said that I would like to dine in all of them, she planned it all for me and kept me up to date on activities throughout the week. I was probably the only solo traveller there at the time but I was made to feel so welcome and I can’t wait to return. Thank you all so much.

My favorite place on earth! I think even the heaven is not so good😁🌴

We just came back from 10 days in paradise and it was all we hoped for and more! This was our first time in Maldives and fist time in One&Only, and I can definitelly say that it was nothing short of perfect. From the moment we landed, everything was super smooth, we were assisted through airport formalities by OO team and were on the boat in no time. After a very short and pleasant ride we arrived to this paradise island where we were welcomed by smiling team and escorted to our beautiful beach villa. And then the dream began. I could write pages about how well we were taken care of, how amazing each and every team member is and how quickly our time passed. The food was superb! We tried every restaurant and still can't decide which one is our favorite. Special shoutoot to chef Novy who made our tepannyaki experience so entertaining and fun. Special gratitude to amazing watersports duo Gatho and Thotho who made sure we see manta rays on a snorkelong trip! Ksenia in Beach club for taking care of us and chef Ilija for his amazing wafles. Chef Luka in Rabarbaro for the most delicious lunch. And countless more fantastic team members! Thank you all so much for the amazing stay! We can't wait to come back!