Filitheyo Island Resort

A friendly welcoming resort, with great staff and an amazing setting! The food although buffet style was exceptional and all freshly cooked - the daily sashimi a highlight for us. The house reef was fabulous, we usually entered near gate 8 and the marine life was phenomenal. The bungalow we stayed in was semidetached- the majority were like this, we were fortunate in that we had no neighbours for 6 nights, so felt more private. The two bars were comfortable, only slight downside on the all inclusive was that the cocktails were a little limited. It’s because of the bungalow and the drinks we only score Filitheyo 4 stars - but make no mistake the whole holiday experience and the value for money make this a resort we would 100% return to! If you want fancy and glitz this is not the resort for you - but if you are happy walking round with no shoes and a relaxed vibe, then go for it!

Had a lovely time Staff in bar and restaurants were amazing Snorkelling was great I’m not a good swimmer but still got to see and swim in schools of fish My wife goes a bit further out and swam with turtles and had a ( not dangerous) shark go past her By end of week was getting a bit bored with the food but just probably just me Only real bad point is we paid for a water villa which on other islands are normally private. We could see in next doors plus two along was a very loud man on his phone every day Put it this way if I stayed any longer I would of said something Wouldn’t come back But still enjoyed myself

Superb resort, brilliant service and excellent food. The organisation was first class, the snorkelling was unreal and the overwater villa was awesome. Anyone moaning about this place has seriously lost the plot. If you want to be picky there’s always little ******* about any place but this was a slice of paradise that is rare to find these days. Thanks to all the staff for making this holiday truly memorable. We will be back

Like another reviewer, I wasn’t 100% sold at first, but Filitheyo definitely, quickly grows on you - like the density of its tropical vegetation. +ve’s: - Beautiful house-reef : lovely to see corals thriving and re-generating. You can snorkel amidst huge shoals of colourful fish that make you feel at one with the marine world; In addition, we saw closely, the resident sharks, turtles, eagle rays, moray eels, a rather serious looking barracuda and even an octopus on our last snorkel of the holiday. - accommodation: semi detached superior villa with outdoor bathroom ( shower and watch the fruit bats) and sheltered verandah was perfect. Right on beach front with views of ocean between the palms, plenty of sun lounging space and easy access for swimming and snorkelling. - no entertainment - perfect for tranquility. TV in room - didn’t even pick up the remote - why would you in the Maldives? WiFi - why bother? Had a much needed tech break then bought 12 hours worth for under £20 on last day for the IMUGA immigration stuff and flight check in. They charge for WiFi otherwise everyone would be on it slowing the system to zilch and no one would be enjoying what they went to the Maldives for - peace and paradise. - the people : all staff go the extra mile. Lovely to see relaxed staff having a laugh with both management and guests. Felt like there was real staff teamwork. Waiting & bar, staff frequently liked to joke and have fun, which was refreshing and de - stressing, as laughter does. Reception, shop and spa staff were efficient and approachable, Boat crews helpful, kind and fun. The local people on the inhabited island were welcoming. The guests were mixed nationality ( appeared mainly German but many other nationalities beyond Europe). Lots of opportunities to meet new friends . Wide range of ages of visitor, solo travellers, couples and families. - other inhabitants: friendly, polite cats. We encouraged feline visitors to our verandah but they will keep away if you prefer. We weren’t aware of any cats on the beach or in the dining room. A wee mouse at the main bar - that would scurry about of an evening, searching for pop corn - very cute. The usual lizards, fruit bats, crabs etc. There was a hatch of large flying ants one evening that filled our bathroom after a storm - arrgh! They left as quick as they arrived and we asked reception to do a room check and ‘clean up’ when we went for dinner, just in case, phew! Mosquitos - I am always mosquito fodder and there were plenty on Filitheyo, despite the evening spraying, However, thanks to ‘jungle formula’ used morning, noon and night and a plug in mosquito tablet, my first holiday with NO bites :) ( my husband got loads but he didn’t use the spray ) - Food: we were all inclusive but I would have been equally happy full or half board. Loads of choice and variety - you can stick to what you know or be more adventurous ( which I prefer). I don’t normally bother with desserts but they were delicious,

Yes our water villas were a little tired but they were clean and had everything we needed and within the first day we wouldn't have wanted to be anywhere else. We requested a mattress topper and it was there by bedtime. Our butler couldn't do enough for us. All the staff were the same...brilliant. This island is unspoilt paradise. Snorkeling amazing! Food very good something for everyone. Watch out for the fruit bat which flies around. On our second night turtles hatched on the beach. I know why so many people go back there. Just be aware though that there is no evening entertainment so take cards and games.

Perfect Maldives experience. Amazing house reef which is teaming with sea life, pristine sea and powder white beach. Very good all inclusive package, including a swim up bar, varied and high quality buffet options. Spotlessly clean rooms with outdoor bathroom and a seated terrace. Staff are friendly and very efficient. Special mentions for Hossain, Ram, Rubel, Furyk and Mozzafel. All excellent.