Gili Lankanfushi

Our stay at Gili Lankanfushi was nothing short of magical. From the very first moment, we felt genuinely cared for, and it’s clear that this resort has mastered the art of personalized hospitality. A very special thank you goes to Shaany, (“Ms. Friday”), who made our experience unforgettable. She anticipated our every need, tailored every detail to our preferences, and went above and beyond with her warmth, humor, and thoughtful surprises. Her presence made us feel not just welcomed, but truly special - as though the entire experience had been crafted just for us. The customer service at Gili Lankanfushi is exceptional across the board. Every member of the team puts in effort to make you feel valued and cared for, from the smallest gestures to the grandest touches. There’s a genuine warmth in how the staff engage with you, and their smiles and attentiveness make you feel right at home while still wrapped in five-star luxury. We especially loved starting our days with the morning yoga classes - the perfect combination of relaxation, energy, and breathtaking views. The spa was another highlight: serene, beautifully designed, and staffed by experts who made every treatment an experience of total bliss. Dining was also unforgettable. The restaurant staff and chefs deserve particular praise for their attentiveness and creativity. The food was of the highest quality, beautifully presented, and customized to meet every preference - including vegan and vegetarian options. The way the team interacted with us during meals made dining feel personal and memorable, not just another service. A special mention also goes to Rodrigo, the general manager, whose attentive and caring presence could be felt throughout our stay. He does a wonderful job leading by example, ensuring the resort runs flawlessly while still taking the time to connect personally with guests. Gili Lankanfushi is more than just a luxury resort - it’s a place where every single staff member makes the extra effort to make you feel special. Every detail is thoughtfully considered, and the result is an experience that feels both exclusive and deeply personal. We cannot recommend it highly enough and are already looking forward to returning to this unforgettable paradise. Sevtap

My name is Mark, I travelled with Kumiko, and I think we stayed in villa 8. My apologies for my tardiness with this review, it took a while to get off Gili time! We realised, pretty much upon arrival, that only superlatives work on this island. Nothing is 'merely' good, everything is perfect. The place is fantastic, no question about that, but for me it is the people that make it special. The beach cannot smile at you, the sunset cannot pretend to laugh at your jokes, the palm trees cannot anticipate your food/beverage requirements. The people can, and the people on Gili do it extraordinarily well. Thank you! On people, there is no way I will remember everyone, I apologise in advance. I will probably also completely misspell some peoples' names, again - my apologies. I do want to mention some names of people that I was fortunate to meet. There is no particular order to this, it probably approximates a chronology of when we met them. Rodrigo, Florian, Bobbo, El, Ali, Ramen, Brayan, Dimi, Renald, Amin, Arianti, Ayum, Anul, Kamal, Alisha, Charito, Ni, Armani, Kuchey, Mafas, Hushan. Thank you all so much! Bobbo, our host, our Mr. Friday, must have his own paragraph. Bobbo was, to us, nothing short of a human deity. From a wonderful check-in to a much dreaded but inevitable check-out, he was a consummate professional as well as a kind, warm person. A wonderful eye for detail without boring you with the minutia of it. Thank you Bobbo! The food and beverages are simply divine. The hardest part is deciding what to eat as there is too much to possibly try everything. I feel guilty about not meeting the wonderful staff behind the scenes in the kitchens. Thank you very much for a wonderful job - you are appreciated! Activities, like the food and beverages, there are too many to choose from. I hasten to add that I mean that as a compliment. I personally recommend the wine cellar, thank you Ramen, the cocktail class, thank you Brayan, the sunset cruise, thank you Dimi, the snorkelling, thank you Renald and Amin, the spa, thank you young ladies* Arianti, Ayum and Anul and of course Kamal. I also definitely recommend the 'meet the staff' event - thank you everyone! *Young ladies, your smiles made me smile, thank you, keep smiling. Alisha, I hope I have spelt that correctly, where to start? Hard to choose favourites, but Alisha is one of mine. Charm, wit, humour, beauty, and I haven't really started. Some people remember the sunrise, some the sunset, I remember Alisha - thank you so much! If Bobbo is a god, then Alisha is surely a goddess. My day truly started each day with the voice of an angel in my right ear. That angel was Charito, forgive my spelling. Dispensing life tips and bubbles with grace and precision, we looked forward to seeing her everyday. Thank you. Armani, I hope this is not condescending, but we thought of you as our (much) younger sister, except you are far too good looking to be related to me... Thank you. El and Ali were determined to keep us fed and watered, and they did so fantastically with charm and humour. I 'blame' them for my weight increase, thank you. Kuchey, you were our master photographer and the king of Maldives trivia. A smile from heaven and amazing attention to detail. Thank you. Ni, I still remember your cocktail at the pool bar, although I may have had one or two on that trip... Thank you. Mafas was very helpful and patient with us in the hotel shop, well worth a visit, and a lovely person to meet. Thank you. Hushan was the laundry king, quick, efficient, friendly and a great smile. Thank you. I know a lot of these wonderful people probably wear more than one hat, apologies if I have not described your main job. You were all wonderful people who helped us have a wonderful time. Thank you! I started this with superlatives, so I supose a dovetail finish would be to mention Rodrigo and Florian - the first and last two faces we saw on the island. Two absolute professionals, as competent as they are charming (extremely). I don't claim to know the details of the operation, but I can only assume that the wonderful customer service and attention to detail trickle down from the top. Gentlemen, I am sure you will continue the ride the waves at the peak of the hospitality industry and deservedly so. Thank you. Gili, thank you so much! See you next time. Mark + Kumiko

Gili Lankanfushi is how I picture Heaven. We had the most amazing and relaxing time. The overwater villa is just mind blowing: beautiful, care in every detail, big big surface. The service and restaurants are excellent and there is always great variety of food and beverage. Very nice idea to have a dedicated Mr Friday to make the most of your stay while making a new friend on the island. Further, the gym and spa are also very good and fully equipped. Lastly, Gili is very conveniently located just 20’ away from the airport by speed boat.

A Fabulous Stay at Gili Lankanfushi 🌴💙 I had an amazing vacation at Gili Lankanfushi. The service was very good and high quality. All the staff were so friendly and always ready to help. I want to give special thanks to chef Kalam, Ganeh, Rodrigo, Riyaz, Riyanthi, Ayu, Mafaz, Jaisha, Chef Isuru, Chef Viraj, Chef Dhanushka, Vijesh, Rippale, Santo, Thaslim, Rohan, Lolsi, Kuchey, Niyaf, Barman Nalin, Barman Brayan, Choritho, Friday Alif, Friday Bobbo, Chef Deena, Alisha, and all the staff members. You all made my stay so special. The resort is eco-friendly with a beautiful scenic atmosphere and a relaxing environment. The food was delicious, from breakfast to dinner, and the cocktails and beverages were amazing. I also enjoyed snorkeling — it was such a beautiful experience in the clear blue water. What I loved most was the personal care and attention from everyone. I truly enjoyed a feeling of wholeness during my stay. Thank you to everyone at Gili Lankanfushi for making my vacation fabulous. I will always remember this experience and hope to visit again soon. Hansani!!

We had the best experience in Gili Lankanfushi and i would like to thank everyone especially Shanny. She made our stay extra fun and easy.