Conrad Maldives Rangali Island

We stayed at Conrad Maldives with two adults and two children. The service quality was not particularly high, but the dining experience was excellent! The Sunset Grill is a must-try. The resort’s beach is beautiful and compares favorably with others. However, the hotel staff often mixed up our surname and gender. If given the choice, Asian guests should try to select a Chinese butler; our butler was local, and while their attitude was generally okay, the wait time for the buggy was quite long. One time, we waited about half an hour for a buggy to go to breakfast and nearly missed the breakfast window. Fortunately, Kosi looked after us and allowed us to have breakfast. Over the next few days, Kosi took good care of us.

My wife and I are from Switzerland and stayed with our two daughters at Conrad Rangali from July 23 to 31. We booked a beach villa with a private pool directly in front of the house reef, paying around USD 1,700 per night on half-board (including seaplane transfer, taxes, etc.). To put this review into context, I should mention that we are used to luxury holidays. Short version of my review: Conrad Rangali is like a Swiss watch: A work of art made of perfectly tuned parts in an elegant case; expensive before you buy it, priceless as a memory. Detailed review: From the moment we were greeted in Malé, we were carried on a cloud of carefreeness throughout our entire stay. After a warm welcome, we were whisked away in a private limousine to the Conrad Lounge, which left nothing to be desired. From that point on, luggage and formalities were no longer our concern. The seaplane transfer was breathtaking, and upon arrival at Rangali we were welcomed by a hotel delegation and served a drink in the lounge. Minutes later, we were in our villa. Walking from the back garden through the house, past our private pool, and onto the deserted beach, I was literally speechless with excitement. We had never experienced such a “wow” moment upon arrival at a hotel. It is even better than in the pictures. Our typical day in stages: 1. Make ourselves a coffee and enjoy it on the secluded beach in front of the villa. 2. Walk barefoot to the overwhelming breakfast buffet and dine under the palms on the beach (the entire hotel, including the buffet area and reception, has sand floors — so cool!). 3. Siesta in the villa’s garden area. 4. Snorkel and swim at the house reef or in the pool. 5. Dress up for dinner (with three ladies, this takes about two hours…). 6. Apéritif at the Rangali Bar, feet in the sand under the palms. 7. Enjoy a three-course dinner at one of the high-end restaurants: over the water (e.g., Sunset Grill), by the water (e.g., Vilu), or under the water (Ithaa). 8. Evening beach walk to spot mantas or sharks… or enjoy a chat with the General Manager. 9. Fall asleep in the villa, happy and grateful. The staff are obviously trained to the highest standards and master the balance between personal warmth and professional distance perfectly. All food and drinks are world-class. Both islands are spotless and immaculately maintained. When our daughter celebrated her birthday, the entire bed was beautifully decorated, and in the restaurant she was presented with a personalised cake accompanied by festive singing — once again, we were deeply touched. The two lifeguards supported us whenever we snorkelled or swam and became dear to us. Housekeeping was discreet and fully respected our personal preferences and daily rhythm. The kids’ club and gym were, of course, also top-tier. All guests behaved with discretion and courtesy. Even our departure was perfectly organised — we didn’t have to worry about a single thing. Touchingly, the two lifeguards came all the way to the seaplane to say goodbye in person and present us with gifts. We left the island full of gratitude, wistfulness, and joy. I can usually find something to criticise in any hotel — but here, I honestly struggle. Perhaps one thing: Coffee whitener in the room would be a nice idea! …and I’m certain they would implement it immediately. As said above....Conrad Rangali is like a Swiss watch: A work of art made of perfectly tuned parts in an elegant case; expensive before you buy it, priceless as a memory.

We stayed 4 nights in total, 2 nights at the beach Villa and 2 nights at the water Villa, Mr.Khaleel was taking good care of us, very good service and professional. The whole team is giving us their enthusiasm and hospitality. We would definitely like to come back again to Conrad, and Mr.Khaleel is recommended.

In July 2025, Ekaterina and I spent a truly relaxing and well-organized stay at Conrad Maldives Rangali Island. The resort delivered on its promise of premium hospitality — from its thoughtfully designed layout across two islands to the wide variety of excellent dining venues. We especially appreciated the contributions of three staff members who made our experience smoother and more personal. Fasy, our concierge, handled every request with attention and calm efficiency. Amat, Director of Food & Beverage, ensured that the resort’s culinary standards remained impressive across all venues — his approach was both strategic and guest-focused. And at Vilu Restaurant, Sampath consistently provided professional, attentive service during the evening Happy Hour, always with a kind and respectful attitude. The separation between the family-oriented and adults-only areas allowed for both quiet and activity, depending on the mood. Dining was a genuine highlight — with a variety of restaurants that offered not only beautiful surroundings but also a global range of quality cuisine. To the team at Conrad: thank you for your care and professionalism. The consistency of service and the sense of calm throughout our time there are what we will remember most. July 2025, Konstantin & Ekaterina

We dreamt of coming to the Maldives for years. We heard so many amazing things about the Conrad Rangali and nothing prepared us for what we actually experienced. From the impeccable decor and landscaping to the superb customer service and fabulous cuisine at ALL restaurants, the Conrad Rangali was by far better than our wildest dreams! All of the activities were fun and well organized. Ithaa did not disappoint! Definitely go for lunch! We had a great time and can’t wait to return! Niyaz was our host (every guest is assigned a host to help arrange for activities and restaurant reservations) and he was a treasure! Cozy and Rimah were bright stars of our dining experiences and made us feel welcomed each time we saw them. If you have ever thought of coming to the Maldives, this is the place to stay! Thank you all so much for your hospitality!