Kanuhura Resort & Spa

We had an absolutely unforgettable stay at Six Senses Kanuhura. From the moment we arrived until the moment we left, every detail exceeded our expectations. The island is breathtaking, the villas are beautiful and private, the food was exceptional, and the service was truly world-class. A very special thank you goes to SAMEEH, who was our GEM throughout our stay. He was simply outstanding. Always available, attentive, professional, and incredibly kind, Sameh made sure every request was handled promptly and every detail was taken care of. His warmth and dedication made a huge difference to our experience, and he truly deserves recognition. Thank you, Sameeh , for making our vacation and birthday celebration so memorable—you are a true asset to Six Senses Kanuhura. If you’re looking for a luxurious resort that combines stunning natural beauty with exceptional hospitality, Six Senses Kanuhura is the perfect choice. We left with amazing memories and can’t wait to return. Thank you once again to Sameh and the entire Six Senses Kanuhura team for an experience we’ll never forget!

Our stay at Six Senses Kanuhura was simply unforgettable. We spent five incredible nights where everything was beyond perfect. The staff were genuinely kind, welcoming, and always made us feel at home. The restaurants offered amazing food with plenty of variety, the villas were spotless and beautifully maintained, and the island itself was absolutely stunning. Every detail was thoughtfully taken care of, making this one of the best experiences we’ve ever had. Thank you for such a wonderful stay we’ll definitely be back! 🤍💘

An absolutely unforgettable experience from the moment we arrived until the day we left. Of all the places we have travelled, this has been the best experience we have ever had. Everything was exceptional – the people, the food, the breathtaking surroundings, the beautiful light, the genuine and down-to-earth atmosphere, and the wide range of activities. What impressed us most was the deep commitment to sustainability and the care shown for preserving the natural world around us. Every detail felt thoughtfully considered, creating a sense of warmth, authenticity, and connection that is rare to find. This place is truly something special – a little piece of paradise on Earth.

Our stay at Six Senses Kanuhura was far more than a holiday. It felt like coming home to a place we never knew we had. The beauty of the island is undeniable, but what truly made the experience unforgettable was the people. The staff welcomed us with such genuine warmth and kindness that, by the end of our stay, they felt like family. Their thoughtfulness and heartfelt care created an atmosphere where we felt completely relaxed, cherished, and at peace. We left with wonderful memories, grateful hearts, and the feeling that a piece of Kanuhura will always stay with us.

In May I had my third visit to Six Senses Kanuhura and while my other stays easily were a 5/5, I'm giving this stay only a 3/5. I will focus on the things that got worse during this trip which does not mean there is nothing good: You can read my old review for my mostly positive feedback which is still valid in most parts. Pricing: With the conflict in Iran happening, many Maldives resorts have seen visitor numbers going down. Many resorts therefore decided to lower their prices to attract more guests. Six Senses Kanuhura on the other hand decided to raise their prices almost 100% while slightly reducing what's included in the HB meal plan. Normally I would just say it's a good resort and they deserve to raise the prices, but considering other resorts lowered theirs, you can stay at much higher-end resorts for just paying a little bit more. When I asked about this during our stay, they told us that the week we were there was more expensive because it was an Arabic holiday and many guests were expected. But I checked for ALL other weeks of the year at lowest season and the prices are always this high. Food: They reduced what's included in the HB plan for dinner. Honestly, the amount of food you get here is still fine and the quality of food has improved in some places (for example the Italian restaurant). What I have a problem with is that they added extra charges to some items you can order on the menu. This would be fine for items that are more expensive, harder to import or beef. But at the Point (Spanish) restaurant, for example, you can order grilled cheese with honey at an extra charge (it's the best dish there btw). You can also order a cheese platter which comes with the exact same cheese and also honey and is even more at no extra charge. This just shows that this is not about "it's an exclusive item so you have to pay extra" but "this is the most popular item so you have to pay extra". And when on HB, having to pay extra for an item just because it's popular pretty much defeats the purpose of HB. When I later gave this feedback via the hotel's feedback form, I got a reply back from their manager saying the generic sentence "we have had to navigate significant import price increases [...], this has been reflected [...] on menus and premium items". The fact that you can get the exact item at no extra charge when it's not grilled was completely ignored, again just confirming my thoughts. Service: First off: every host working there is extremely kind and there are absolutely no exceptions. But this time almost every request was handled very slowly and only when asking about it a second (and sometimes third time) outside the restaurants. For example when we ordered a bucket of ice, it took just over an hour for it to arrive after asking for it a second time. The nail clipper I requested arrived 2 days later (I think I had to ask 2 times). We moved to a different villa once during our stay. And at the new villa the minibar was not refreshed and we did not get any lemon or lime in the room (which you usually get and we had that at the other room). It was not a huge problem so we only mentioned it on the second to last day to which they said they will make sure everything is there on the same day. It never was there until we departed. So basically everything we requested they said "we will do it" but they didn't until asking again. Service in restaurants was perfect - nothing to complain there. During our stay there was construction work on different parts of the island, which is to be expected in low season. I would bet during high season you don't need to expect stuff like this. Considering all this, I will wait some years before coming back. This was my third visit (all within 1 year) and the first two were basically flawless. So I expect the shortcomings regarding service to get better again. But the pricing does not make any sense considering how other resorts treated this season. As an example of what I compared: Soneva lowered their prices compared to last year (while Kanuhura did 2x), their stay included HB during my travel time and they offer complimentary bread/ham/cheese during the day so if HB included less, you would still get full (Kanuhura only has ice cream complimentary during the day).