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Curators of idyllic
maldivian getaways
Curators of idyllic maldivian getaways
PIONEERS IN PARADISE
Not long ago, the Maldives were unknown: a hidden archipelago scattered across the Indian Ocean, each island a paradise of coral reefs and lush foliage. Our story began in 1972 on these very shores when we opened Kurumba, the first-ever Maldivian resort, welcoming adventurous travellers to our humble beachside huts. Over five decades later, Universal Resorts has grown to encompass eight distinguished Maldives resorts, each offering a unique and bespoke experience. While much has changed since those early days, the spirit of pioneering adventure remains at the heart of everything we do.
ICONIC ESCAPES
For over half a century, Universal Resorts has curated unforgettable Maldivian stays, elevating the experiences of discerning travellers while championing our vibrant local community. As a family-owned enterprise with a deep-rooted passion for the Maldives, we continually redefine the nature of travel in this extraordinary destination.
Our transformative journeys go beyond luxury, immersing our guests in the very soul of this enchanting archipelago. With Universal Resorts, your guests will experience the Maldives as never before — a curated blend of exclusivity, authenticity and unparalleled service.
Private havens of sun, sand, surf and sea. With plentiful added fun, indulgence and every seaside recreation imaginable. Make your choice between long soothing days or more sporty pastimes. With evening entertainment and tempting dining treats.
EIGHT TROPICAL HAVENS
Our portfolio of eight distinct resorts caters to every desire, from adventurous island escapes to exquisitely luxurious stays. Our team is dedicated to providing a seamless service, ensuring every detail of your guests’ experience is flawlessly executed. Let’s unlock the magic of the Maldives for your clientele.
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Unparalleled hospitality
Maldivians are renowned for their warm hospitality and commitment to service. We’ll look after your clients with a beaming smile from the moment they arrive at our Maldives resorts until they sadly have to return home.
Our dedicated team is committed to exceeding expectations, infusing every detail of a guest’s experience with Maldivian spirit and outside-the-box thinking. Whether it’s designing world-class facilities or creating bespoke dining adventures, we curate each moment to be extraordinary.
AN EVOLVING PORTFOLIO
Each Universal Resorts island is a natural oasis, distinct in character and catering to the diverse needs of our guests – from families, couples and honeymooners to luxury seekers, adventurers and business travellers.
We’re always looking for new ways to innovate and collaborate, ceaselessly striving to elevate our guests’ experience in this unique sanctuary. Creating an unmatched slice of heaven for those here on earth is the aim of all our management and has guided our progress for over 50 years. This dedication to excellence is why so many of our guests become lifelong friends, returning to experience the magic of the Maldives time and time again.
What people say
We have just returned from this beautiful paradise island and cannot wait to book our return trip! The whole team are so friendly and welcoming and we felt they were more like family by the end of our 9 wonderful days here. We stayed a couple of nights in a superb duplex pool villa which led straight onto the beach and then had 7 nights in an ocean pool villa looking out over the reef – both were amazing. The island is small – with only 30 villas – and it took just a gentle stroll of 10 minutes to walk around – without seeing more than a couple of people at most! We chose the all inclusive package and the meals were all a la carte and to an exceptional standard – with 5 restaurants to choose from – and we enjoyed a couple of wonderful tasting menus as well as the Banzai Japenese grill. The mini bar in the villa was the most well stocked we have ever had – with a choice of 30 quality wines plus soft drinks and spirits! We chose Kandolhu because the island is small and the house reef provides superb snorkelling (snorkels, masks, fins and a Go-Pro camera can all be borrowed from the dive shop). Thank you Claudio, Luciana and all the team for everything you did to make this such a perfect holiday! We hope to see you again very soon!
JulieC4211
As we stepped off the boat the tiredness we had felt just a half hour ago almost completely disappeared. We had arrived, Paradise. Friendly faces greated us and a nice cool drink placed into our hands. Check in fast and efficient but of course it was the sign of things to come as it was our beautiful Host and Butler for the next 10 days, Shinta. Always available but never in your face Shinta is every bit the professional and an asset to Baros. Our first 5 days were in a beach villa, very comfortable bed, beautiful outside bathroom and 2 steps down to the white sandy beach. Second 5 days in the Water Bungalow, Amazing decor, Amazing views and 3 steps down into the Azure blue waters of the Indian Ocean.
We ate in the Lime restaurant for breakfast and dinner and the food was fantastic, great choices to suit everyone. A special mention for two of the many people who work there Keeth and Seline were exceptionally friendly and we enjoyed talking with them.
Sails bar was a great place for lunch during the day and having a few drinks in the evening. As two couples that have travelled a lot in the last 25 years, we have all said that it was possibly the best holiday we have had and we are already thinking about our return trip.
324Traveller
Absolutely fantastic and flawless! This resort is truly a piece of paradise. The beaches are breathtaking, with crystal-clear water and soft, white sand. The food was outstanding, offering a great variety of delicious options every day. And the service? Simply top-notch—every staff member was incredibly kind, professional, and always ready to help with a smile. We didn’t remember all the names, but honestly, every single person was amazing—always cheerful, helpful, and making sure everything was perfect. They went above and beyond to make our stay special. Not only did they fulfill our request regarding the accommodation, but they even surprised us with an upgrade! One of the small details that made our stay even more magical was the ice cream man on a bicycle, who went around the island twice a day, bringing joy to guests with his fantastic ice cream. We will definitely be coming back!
Ivan
From arriving on the seaplane all the way through the holiday the staff really care. The beach villas are wonderful- we chose to upgrade to over the water for the last part and just WOW what an amazing experience and end to a very special holiday The spa is a must the ladies there are just brilliant Diving – husband said it was brilliant and well organised Dolphin trip – A MUST
Restaurants great even the buffet one, and the staff there just wonderful Thank you Dhigali
franswift
If you’re looking for an authentic, relaxed small Maldivian island, then do consider Kandolhu, it was superb in every way and a real tonic! The views, sunsets and nature were amazing!! A huge thank you to the island hospitality, service and garden-teams who made every day perfect! We had 9 nights in a duplex pool villa which was very well equipped and comfortable. The food and drinks in the main restaurants were superb! We snorkeled every day and even one evening which was an experience to see the reef come to life at night – Kandolhu does have a wonderful house reef, an underwater garden of Eden! We would love to come back and stay next year as we weren’t ready to go home on our departure date!
Jan P
This was our third time here, and once again we left with happy hearts. Snorkeling was absolutely amazing, the beachfront villas were super cozy, and the staff made us feel truly special. It really felt like we spent a week in paradise — and came back home completely refreshed. A very special thank you to Hajar and Sivilya at the reception — they went above and beyond to make sure we were comfortable and happy throughout our stay. We’re already looking forward to coming forward back again.
BurcakE
We took ages pouring over where to stay for our honeymoon. So grateful we decided on Huvafen Fushi! We are fortunate to travel to some nice places but HF was another level. From the minute you land until the minute you leave the airport the HF team make you feel special. We have never experienced anything like it! Cannot recommend this beautiful little island enough. Clearly a very happy team, well looked after which ripples through to the most incredible hospitality and service. Just stunning. Cannot wait to go back!
Louis M
We stayed 5 days in a beach villa with its own little privacy patio. Directly outside we could go out into the crystal clear water and snorkel among all sorts of fish. Both ray and reef sharks we swim with. At Haali bar we enjoyed the sunset. We tried all the restaurants and the food was great at all but our favorite was Faru.
Niclas J
The staff’s attention to detail in making your stay exceptional truly stands out. The island’s aesthetic is stunning, and the care the gardeners put into keeping the pathways clear of leaves reflects the pride they take in maintaining the resort. Breakfast was incredible, and the facilities and activities were absolutely top-tier. A perfect experience—highly recommend!
Nothing! Was perfect
Michael
A warm welcome and smile awaits you at the pier after a 30min. boat ride to the island. The first impression is the most important one. A tour of the resort from my lovely “personal Butler”, before being shown to your room. To move around the resort in bare feet, it’s just tremendous from the very beginning. I had a lovely and huge water bungalow, the interieur looked brand new, was modern and the room was spotless clean. A very spacious bathroom with a range of luxurious amenities and I liked the heated toilet seat. The breakfast had a wide range of warm dishes, fruits, juices, sparkling wine, and sweets, in all an exceptional selection with seawiew outside seating. Snorkelling along the house reef is amazing and there are a lot of ocean tours to book. I also like to mention the Spa which is a wonderful place to relax. From the reception to the Managing lady, they all make you feel welcome. Thanks for the professional massage service from Inwar. The resort felt like a family to me. You feel the spirit and the wonderful team work, all the staff were so friendly. Thanks to everybody who made my stay in paradise memorable and thanks to the General Manager Mr. Cameron who takes good care of every single guest too.
Welli_13
In November, I was here on a business trip, for a team building, and at that moment I thought, this is the perfect place for a family. And here we are. Beautiful! Designed for both children and adults, this place turns moments into the most wonderful memories and time well spent together. The resort is just a 10-minute boat ride from the airport, the team is excellent, everything is very neat and clean, and the sea is crystal-clear and turquoise. Exactly how the whole world imagines the Maldives—this is it. Kurumba, we’ll be back.
Marija Mažar
This place is just a paradise!! Beach Villas with private swimming pools and private beaches are just amazing. I am returning to this place every year for last five years, and I recommend Velassaru hotel because it is the one of the most beautiful and best hotels in the world. Food is just delicious, especially in the Japanese restaurant. The beaches on this island are with the white sand and the sea has a beautiful blue water. Also, I was visiting Spa every day with steam bath and different massages and wrappings. The products in the spa one of the best in Europe. My special thanks to the general manager Dennis Gordienko who is improving all the services on the island every day for many years. Head of Reseption Mohamed, one of the chefs Arnold, butler Thaisan made my visit unforgettable. The library is great in there, and the gym is full of newest equipment. Come here and see yourself!
Марина Ш
It was the tenth time in Maldives for us and the fist in Kandolhu, we chose it especially for the reef and because it is small with few accommodations. Our experience went beyond expectations, the reef is wonderful, one of the most beautiful ever seen, the welcome is spectacular. Despite being of high level it is informal, great sense of freedom and guaranteed privacy. The accommodation is well equipped with every comfort. But what makes the holiday special is the kindness of all the staff who work in this lodge. A heartfelt thank you to the guys who take care of our villa, attentive to every need, to all the waiters and bartenders always available to fulfill our requests and advise us, a beautiful spa with competent operators. The food is fantastic with a variety of incredible proposals. An unforgettable holiday and we hope to come back.
Clara P
Kuramathi is an absolute paradise! The island is stunning – with amazing nature, white sandy beaches, and the most beautiful turquoise water. We stayed for 6 nights and enjoyed every moment. A big thank you to our amazing room boy Fauzaan, who kept our room perfectly clean every day and made us feel truly at home. One of the best parts of the trip was snorkeling. We saw so many fish – it was like swimming in an aquarium! The reef life there was incredible and definitely a highlight of our stay The food and drinks were also amazing. We stayed on the Basic All Inclusive and the buffet was delicious, with a great variety, and the cocktails were perfect to enjoy while watching the sunset. Kuramathi truly stole our hearts – we already miss it and hope to come back one day!
Ramona
If I could give this hotel 6* I would.
I have just read several reviews and find the comments surprising. We stayed on the island for 2 weeks, and at no point during our stay did we get a ‘no’ we only got a yes.
I guess unlike a lot of people that stay here, who expect to be treated like royalty, and have ever request pandered to, with no understand of the island or its limitations, we found by being friendly with everyone, making time to enquire about their day, getting to know them, we received a 6* service. As a result, our two weeks were total bliss.
Kevin B
Pure luxury and care from beginning to end. The staff remember names and preferences and your butler always on hand to help. Excellent food with extensive menus and daily changes. The best water villa we have stayed in with beautiful touches to make it extra special.
Mark F
We had an amazing stay at Kuramathi, 11 days of complete heaven . This island has so much beauty and so much to do. I never realised the Maldives had so much to do! The staff here are genuinely pleased to be working there, it shows and they are probably the best staff I have ever experienced in a hotel . They are friendly, caring, nothing is too much and they really want to make your stay the best it can be. If you like food then Kuramathi is the place to go. With all the Al la Carte restaurants with top quality dining in gorgeous island locations , it makes it perfect for choice and experiences. There is such a variety covering most food from Thai, Indian, fish, French, BBQ, flambé, Italian and I could keep listing there are so many to choose from. They have thought of everything here and being a larger island in the Maldives ( still small if that makes sense) they transport you around by buggy although it’s also easy to walk the sandy paths. Little touches make the difference..
Angela M
Where to begin? we were welcomed right after we got our luggage at the airport, and the Baros staff never lost sight of us until we checked our bags back at at the airport five days later. Service was beyond our expectations, and we were pleasantly surprised multiple times by their attention to detail, their genuine care and their desire to make our stay as memorable as possible. But service wasn’t the only thing, the quality of food was stellar – and this coming from someone used to Michelin-rated establishments. All that you expects from such caliber establishments you will find here. One thing we truly enjoyed were the dinners by the beach, the first time, literally a few steps from the water, the second was our dinner at the Lighthouse – their french restaurante, where we watched the rise of the full moon and we were seated on the platform/balcony above the water seeing small fish and a couple of small sharks underneath us. We are very thankful to have found Baros, it was our first time there for our 25th anniversary. The rooms we superb, comfortable, cozy and with great views and access to the turquoise water. We could have spent our whole stay in our room, but we had to enjoy the beach, snorkeling and drinks at the bar. Overall, a memorable stay that we will cherish for our lifetimes. Thank you!
Miguel L
Wonderful 5 days at Kurumba with very friendly staff who welcomed us and helped make our departure seamless. Restaurants were excellent, especially the Japanese Hamakaze. Late check out really topped off our stay as that made the day very comfortable for us.
Dianne Lloyd
Our stay on Milaidhoo was simply fantastic – everything fit perfectly from the first moment to departure. The island is a true paradise: beautiful, quiet and luxurious at the same time. The villas are stylishly decorated and offer the utmost comfort, the food was consistently delicious, and the service leaves nothing to be desired.
A special thank you goes to our wonderful butler Yenny, who has taken our holiday to a whole new level with her warm manner and attention. We would also like to highlight Shiaaz, who brought a smile to our faces every day with his always friendly demeanor. A big thank you also to CR for bringing us closer to the authentic Maldives on a trip to a local island – an unforgettable experience! Not to mention the entire kitchen team who spoiled us with culinary highlights.
Compared to other islands we visited, the Milaidhoo team stands out – the service is simply exceptional. We would like to thank all our employees and are already planning our next holiday on this fantastic island!
Mateo
Perfection for paradise. Great food, exemplary staff (Mohir at restaurant would always seek us out and make us special food. Top top man. Very kind). Excursions and facilities second to none. Large untouched jungle was Impressive. I want to be back.
Harry B
What an extraordinary experience! Perfect location, wonderful staff, the food delicious in every way with four restaurants to choose from. Our lovely butler Abdulla made sure that we had the best day every day. And the spa was just amazing. Massages, yoga stretching lessons, skin treatments, all at a high level and comfort: We had a wonderful week at Milhaidoo and will for sure return. Five stars are not even enough…
Andrea V
Wow what a holiday, from start to finish everything was just perfect. The beaches, sand, weather, trees and everything visually is literally like a movie. We stayed in a water villa and would 100% recommend spending the little bit extra for this experience on the reef side. Right above the water and can sit in the mornings or snorkel with all the fish feeding etc. some good sights of eagle rays, reef sharks and many other species. My personal experience is I’d rather stay reef side again on return, it seemed lagoon side had more wind and 0 was on our side all week. May of just been the time of year and week. Next the food. Definitely upgrade select all inclusive. You can eat a 3 course meal at Al a carte at 9 different restaurants every night and 3 for your lunch and also have the choose of the buffet if you prefer. Our favourite food was Siam Garden, The Palm and Island BBQ. But all were amazing. Not one single compliant, if anyone has a bad review on any then it’s wrong because they were just amazing. Literally cannot get over how perfect it was. We also would like to mention a member of staff who made sure we was happy every time we seen him and everyday checking to ensure everything was ok. His name is Naz the manager of Dhoni Bar etc. what an absolute gent and was so helpful is every way we needed. Wouldn’t of been the same holiday without meeting such a nice person so thank you Naz. Only downside we have is leaving the island and going back home! but what a trip. Best experience ever and can’t wait for next trip for a 60th in 2026!
Tom D
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