Reethi Faru Resort

I finally found the time to write a few words about the hotel that gave us a wonderful Christmas. The Island: The island is not very large but very green. You can walk around it at a leisurely pace in about forty minutes. The paths and trails are very well thought out; they are all shaded by leafy trees, making it very pleasant to walk even during the hottest part of the day. Whether you want to go barefoot or not, no one will say a word to you. There is also a stunning garden with a large gazebo and a pigeon loft. In general, the island has many gazebos, shaded benches, and photo spots for every taste, which makes it very picturesque. The Reef: The house reef is quite good for the non-expert. If you are not too picky and not chasing something exotic, the variety here will be enough for you. We encountered a shark, a ray, and a turtle here, not to mention a multitude of fish. Service: The service is excellent. Everyone tries very hard and helps with any questions that arise. At the reception, there is a Russian-speaking girl named Kymbat, who is very diligent and responsible. Sid, a local guy with a charming smile, and of course Sibin, a great professional with an excellent sense of humor. Then there is Rubetta, a woman who never loses heart and always greets you with a smile and some kind of "super-energy." She is always in a good mood and charges everyone around her with her charisma, even the most bored onlookers. At the dive center, they will help you find everything you need for snorkeling and diving. Every morning at 11:00 AM, you can swim along the hotel reef with an instructor absolutely free of charge and meet its inhabitants. The team also offers many excursions, but you should know that if they promised you dolphins, it’s not a fact that you’ll be lucky enough to see them. There is a separate water sports center where they will help fulfill any wish. Whether it’s paddleboarding, jet skiing, or any whim—even fishing alone on a deserted island—the guys will organize it as well as possible. And if you want to capture it all, Abu will happily film you using a drone, and you will cherish those memories for years to come. Lisa at the water sports reception will help you plan all the details; she is very pleasant to talk to and understands you perfectly. The Hotel: I can’t find anything to complain about. We had a beach villa, and it had everything we needed. It was quite sufficient for two adults and two children. The room is large and bright; the shower and toilet are partially outdoors, which doesn't bother us at all. Note: The bathroom does not have cotton swabs or cotton pads for makeup removal, so bring them with you. After diving, I really missed having cotton swabs. The bath amenities are also basic; they are fine, but if you use high-end products, it’s better to bring your own. Also, be aware that if you are traveling to the tropics, you must have insect repellent. My children and I were bitten several times, and the cream saved us. There were also red ants in the room, but we asked for help at the reception a couple of times, and it got better. Insects are an integral part of the island's flora and fauna. The island itself is constantly being cleaned, paths are swept, and rooms are kept in order. Towels are always clean, both in the room and by the pool. Food: The food is excellent and varied, but not "fine dining." It’s worth understanding that you won't find haute cuisine masterpieces here, but what is available is quite sufficient. The head chef, Rajesh, comes out to the guests every time and personally asks if everyone liked everything. He literally saved my vacation because my children are very picky and it's hard for them to find something in the general buffet. Therefore, Rajesh always found something "extra" for them, which was very nice. You can always turn to him for help if you have specific dietary requests. The Christmas dinner was a separate work of art. And of course Angelo - the God of Italian pasta! There are 5 restaurants on the island (one is open 24/7) and many bars. Spa Area: The girls working there are excellent. My daughter and I were very satisfied. They did the massage professionally and tried very hard. Cons: We really missed a Kids' Club. The hotel offered a few activities for children, but it was catastrophically little. After a couple of days, the kids got bored. However, we were told that the hotel plans to open such a club. If there were a club for even a couple of hours a day, it would make the vacation much easier for parents. In one part of the island, right in one spot, there was a sharp smell of sewage. It would be great to eliminate this, as it is right on the way to the main restaurant. Conclusion: When we were choosing the hotel, we noticed that until about 2022/23, the reviews were, to put it mildly, weak. But starting from 2024, they have really gone up. Most likely, there was a reorganization. The pool, which had many complaints, is now in ideal condition, and we didn't find any issues with anything else either. Well done. It's clear that high-quality work has been done. We definitely recommend this hotel. The price-quality ratio absolutely justifies every cent spent. But again, I’ll repeat: the hotel is classic, and you won't find premium or luxury class standards here. We never regretted anything. It was a bit boring for the kids, but overall the vacation was excellent. Many thanks to the staff for helping to leave only positive memories and the desire to return.

Our honeymoon at Reethi Faru Resort was honestly one of the best experiences we’ve ever had. The whole island is a paradise in every sense – white sandy beaches, incredible colors of the ocean, tropical greenery everywhere you look. The rooms and villas are beautiful, super comfortable, and perfectly placed so you always feel close to nature and the sea. We stayed over Christmas, and the resort really made it special. The Christmas decorations and lighting around the island were done with so much taste, it gave everything a cozy and romantic vibe. One evening they organized an open-air cinema right on the beach – sitting under the stars with the waves in the background on Christmas night was just unforgettable. Food-wise, the resort absolutely exceeded our expectations. Even though we mostly ate in the buffet restaurant, the kitchen staff made us feel like VIP guests every day. A huge shout-out goes to Sous Chef Rajesh – he gave us a level of personal treatment and attention that you normally only get in top à la carte restaurants. He truly put the icing on the cake and created moments we will never forget. Chefs Saurav and Abishek were also amazing. Abishek welcomed us so warmly at our Hurghada Garden honeymoon dinner and made the evening feel extra personal and heartfelt. In general, the entire kitchen team was wonderful – always smiling, always helpful, and you could really feel their passion. Big compliments to the whole culinary staff! For those who care about staying active: the fitness studio is big and spacious with great views. But just to be objective – it’s not a 5-star gym yet. If you’re a hardcore gym lover expecting the latest high-end machines, you might find it a bit basic. That said, it’s definitely more than enough for a resort gym. There’s a Smith machine and dumbbells up to 30 kg and the common cardio machines, so you can still get a proper workout in. For most people, it will be absolutely sufficient – just don’t expect a full professional bodybuilding gym. We trained there several times and it fit perfectly into our relaxed island routine. The nature around the resort is stunning – snorkeling, walking along the island, enjoying sunsets every night. The staff everywhere are friendly and make you feel welcome from the first day to the last. All in all, Reethi Faru gave us the honeymoon of our dreams. If you’re looking for a place to create memories for life in a tropical heaven, this resort is absolutely recommendable. We left with full hearts and experiences we’ll cherish forever.

My wife and I spend our honeymoon at the Reethi Faru, and we had a great time. The island itself is unbelievably beautiful and it’s like you are living within a postcard. We stayed in an awesome beach pool villa and we were stunned. Everything was incredibly beautiful, from the open-air bathroom to the direct beach and reef access. The service was outstanding, always quick and very organised. As special highlight was the service during all meals. Since my wife has celiac disease, we had to be very cautious regarding gluten-free options. Before every meal, we were welcomed by a chef, who showed and explained all celiac friendly options, and cooked additional meals especially for my wife (without us asking for it), so she could enjoy all possible options. Especially, Sous Chef Rajesh surprised us with an outstanding service, since he prepared meals for my wife basically every single day. Even when we didn’t eat at the main restaurant, the service was great. At the “vegetarian an vegan” resort, chef Soürav took extra time and effort, to answer additional questions we had and prepared an awesome dinner. Besides eating and enjoying our honeymoon, we enjoyed the huge house reef and saw plenty different types for fish while snorkelling. We also took the chance to swim with manta rays and spot dolphins, as we took part in some of the many water sports activities. The only thing that wasn’t perfect, was the gym since most of the machines were quite old and not working smoothly. Thus, we would recommend everyone to stay the Reethi Faru, and just enjoy the great resort and the outstanding service!

Loved Vakaru people Loved all the chef The highlight was food and the chef Plus Reethi faru was paradise Loved the water villa I loved how chef were making special food for my kids Thank you

We are travelling with a sick kid and were a little cautious in managing him. Since we have landed on the island, the kitchen service has been exceptional. They have catered to our kids requirements so well that we didn't have to plan anything. The variety and options for food are amazing. Friendly chefs and staff have made our holiday memorable for years to come. Would certainly recommend as a place to go to.