Tropical Paradise at Kandima Maldives

Extremely Disappointing Experience at Kandima Maldives – Would Not Recommend Our stay at Kandima Maldives was one of the most frustrating travel experiences we’ve ever had. What was supposed to be a special celebration turned into a series of disappointments, thanks to poor service and lack of proper management. From the moment we arrived, things started going wrong. Despite booking our rooms through TUI well in advance, we were informed at check-in that the rooms we paid for were not available. No proper explanation or apology—just a shrug and a “we’re fully booked.” We decided to make the most of it anyway, but the issues just kept piling up. Booking a restaurant for our group of six was another ordeal. We were told they could only book for four people, but when we arrived, they had tables for six and nine. We were still asked to wait so they could “rearrange” the tables, which made no sense at all. The “all-inclusive” experience turned out to be anything but. The next day, we were asked to pay for our child’s meal despite the package, and activity scheduling was a mess. We waited over two hours for a 10-minute parasailing session, and when we finally got to do jet skiing, it was 45 minutes late—and we weren’t even allowed to go alone due to supposed concerns about “damaging the jet ski.” By day four, our room still hadn’t been cleaned. We were constantly met with “Sorry, we’ll send someone right away” — but nothing changed. The minibar fridge barely worked, so drinks were always warm, and basic items like mint, bottled water, or even Coke were frequently unavailable. To top it all off, some of the staff were unprofessional and dismissive. This trip was meant to be a joyful 40th birthday celebration, but instead, it felt like a series of letdowns. Kandima might look beautiful on the surface, but the service and operations don’t match the luxury they promise. Sadly, we can’t recommend this resort to anyone looking for a smooth and relaxing experience. We sincerely hope management takes serious steps to improve.

There is no service at all. Disappointment. Food is at the level of Egypt. To get to breakfast, I waited 15 minutes for the bus; to wait for two eggs for breakfast, I waited 10 minutes. The dining rooms are very hot, there is no ventilation.

Great destination! Enjoyed the open trail and peaceful outdoor atmosphere.

This was a bucket list destination, and it didn't disappoint in terms of its beauty and scenery. It was quite the journey to get here, but ultimately worth it. The resort itself is a thing of beauty, just like the pictures. The staff is incredibly helpful, and the rooms at the resort are exactly what you see as advertised. This is a very remote island, so if you're traveling with a picky toddler, make sure you travel with enough of whatever they like. The food, on the other hand, was lacking for my palette. I understand they cater more towards the crowd that visits them more often, but I expected a bit better. Carry a travel size hot sauce bottle with you, IYKYK🙃. But, the gentleman that made the Naan bread (incredible stuff!) at Flavour made our dinners more tolerable. I would say that breakfast was acceptable on most days we were there. Like I said, this is a remote island resort, and it's for total R&R. They offer some water activities, if interested, but most of the time you'll be enjoying your time in the beach or pool. Oh! They also offer a playroom and mini Waterpark-ish for kids which was nice for my toddler. Overall, it's a great place for total relaxation!

A great escape for a quiet holiday. The staff are friendly. We definitely recommend this place! Lots of activities at the resort. The restaurants cater to everyone. All in all, a wonderful holiday.