Honest review
The far south of the Maldives without a speedboat leg: Kooddoo became the country's first beach resort you can reach on a direct flight from Malé — no speedboat at the end of the journey.
The island is known for its lush vegetation and untouched beaches, and the atmosphere matches — remote and quiet: Gaafu Alifu Atoll lies 385 km from Malé international airport.
The resort belongs to the French Accor group, and it shows: service and staff professionalism are up to European standards. The restaurants deserve particular attention: dishes from various world cuisines, plenty of desserts and pastries.
The villas are bright, stylish and well equipped, with traditional Maldivian motifs in the interiors.
Underwater is the main treasure: even in the shallows you can easily meet crowds of bright fish, turtles and small reef sharks. Add a 50-metre pool, an excellent spa, excursions and cruises. A resort for couples and snorkelling devotees who want to get far from the busy atolls.
