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Purely Maldives Ltd
Compass House,
24 Baddesley Close, North Baddesley
Hampshire SO52 9DR
United Kingdom
The island of Bandos is a perfect setting for that romantic getaway or those two weeks of bliss away from work. The sense of calm and serenity the island emanates is truly other worldly. The gentle lull of the sea, the whistling breeze, and the rustling of the palm fronds on the beach will help transcend you from the hurly-burly rigours of daily life.
This aural feast, complimented by an all colourful visual one, where the turquoise of the lagoon, the lush green vegetation, the pearl white beaches, azure blue sky and generous offerings of golden sunshine inspires in us the question, did heaven and earth meet?
There is a lush tropical landscaped setting on an island that is 183,180 square metres totally devoted to a relaxed resort lifestyle with only 225 guest rooms.
The island is fully encircled by pearl white beaches, clear turquoise blue warm water under a never ending azure blue sky blessed with abundant sunshine.
Bandos offers you a wide choice of accommodations, however, comfort, luxury and convenience are the hallmarks of all the 225 rooms.
From the ultra-exclusive and luxurious Water Villas, to the Jacuzzi Beach Villas with their beach-hut inspired design and en-suite Jacuzzi, or the Garden Villas designed to cater for those who wish to remain in close proximity to nature, the accommodation options at Bandos reflect a diversity of tastes and requirements. In a similar vein, the simple elegance of the deluxe and standard rooms are for those who simply seek to experience the Bandos way of life.
Location: Only a 15 minute speedboat ride from the international airport.
Our Opinion
A large, lively island. Facilities relatively basic but a great island for a family holiday.
Atmosphere: An active island with lots going on. Families are extremely well catered for here and the service is great. Not recommended for a romantic getaway.
Rooms: Rooms have been refurbished relatively recently and are reasonably well equipped. The Standard Rooms are ideal for families as it is possible to have adjoining rooms. Some Beach Villas are situated along a better stretch of beach than others.
Dining: The buffet has a good selection but the quality can vary.
Activities: The dive base is impressive, one of the best even, and accommodates every ability. The snorkelling here is also great - it is possible to snorkel all the way around the island. The childcare here is really good for those with little ones.
With their simplistic elegance quite strongly reflect all that is good about Bandos; the unyielding attitude towards settling for anything less than the highest quality and unrivaled customer satisfaction.
Maximum Occupancy - 3 Adult / 2 Adult + 1 Child
Conveniently located within reach of swimming pool and clubhouse, our Garden Villas are a blissful marriage of traditional Maldivian style architecture and all the comfort and luxury of a contemporary island resort. The decorated wooden chalets offer extensive secluded outdoor decking area, ensconced within our beautiful manicured gardens.
Maximum Occupancy - 3 Adult / 2 Adult + 1 Child
Spacious and inviting with several amenities at your disposal. Both living and bedroom areas are topped off by uniquely thatched high ceilings and parquet flooring. With the possibility for interconnecting rooms, these rooms are ideal for families with children, due to the spacious layout.
Maximum Occupancy - 3 Adult / 3 Adult + 1 Child
With whitewashed interiors and modern furnishings, the Superior Villas are a class apart. The bathrooms ooze style, with mosaic detail and outdoor showers. Surrounded by lush, tropical vegetation, these villas are the perfect setting for your holiday in the Maldives.
Maximum Occupancy - 3 Adult / 2 Adult + 1 Child
The perfect fusion of traditional Maldivian architecture with whitewashed interiors and thatched roofs, these villas you will find all modern conveniences, and stylish minimalist decor. Beach Villas have direct access to the white sandy beach and come with a bathtub and an outdoor shower.
Maximum Occupancy - 3 Adult / 2 Adult + 1 Child
Premium Beach Villas are elegantly designed duplex rooms with chic interiors topped off with an open-air jetted tub offering the ultimate relaxation experience. These spacious villas feature a balcony overseeing astounding turquoise lagoons that the Maldives is famous for.
Maximum Occupancy - 3 Adult / 3 Adult + 1 Child
A luxurious modern villa is with a private infinity swimming pool and cabana style sun deck. The Beach Pool Villa has a state of the art king size bed, rustic wooden furnishings and a serene, romantic atmosphere for those looking to relax and unwind in style. The spacious jetted tub adorns the en-suite bathroom, where one can enjoy a luxurious soak.
Maximum Occupancy - 2 Adult
Our elite villa, features unique décor and breathtaking views of the ocean and the beach, giving you the sense of floating on the ocean. It offers luxury and tranquility with full privacy and services exclusive to the villa. The living quarters come fully furnished with modern amenities, while the ultra-luxurious and roomy Jetted tub affords one an uninterrupted view of the ocean and the unending horizon.
Maximum Occupancy - 3 Adult / 2 Adult + 1 Child
$ | £ | € | |
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Adult (12+) | 81 | 66 | 79 |
Child (2-11 years) | 41 | 33 | 40 |
Infant (0-1.99 years) | Free of charge |
The Gallery – consisting of three spacious halls open for breakfast, lunch and dinner is the main restaurant at Bandos. Serving up elaborate buffet-style dining with a wide choice of dishes, guests can relax knowing that all tastes are catered for them.
Combining contemporary interior with a rustic look and feel, the Grill Bar is situated on the north-eastern side of the island. Guests can choose to be seated either indoors or out on an overwater deck, which offers breath- taking views of the Ocean. The Grill Bar offers a variety of seafood and meat, grilled to your liking and served with a homemade sauce of your choice. Pair your freshly-grilled platter of seafood or meats with a glass of wine, or just grab your favorite drink from the bar and head out on to the deck and let the lingering breeze relaxes and soothes your mind and soul.
Aptly named, the Sea Breeze Cafe is situated at the edge of the water where customers can lounge on the large outdoor over-water deck and enjoy the breathtaking view of the lagoon while relaxing in the gentle breeze. Open round the clock, the restaurant offers a wide variety of dining options from a la carte offerings such as spaghetti or even authentic Indian curries to alternative fast-food fixes such as pizza and hamburgers.
Huvan, which means blue skies and calm sea, is the best place to view the stunning Maldives sunset.
The enormous sundeck allows you to unwind under a star-filled night sky or while admiring the dazzling blue horizon. In the evening soft music fills the air while you wonder at the dreamy tones of another glorious sunset.
The classic island bar is ideal for guests to enjoy one of our many tropical cocktails or any other beverage that suits their fancy. The Sand Bar is designed with fun in mind to offer our guests a wonderful time with our top-notch karaoke facilities, live band or discotheque evenings.
The swim up bar in our pool is located in the midst of the beautiful surroundings of palm trees and blossoms with their lush fragrance. A chilled drink is all you need to bring out the sunny spirit within you. Relax under the shade with your loved ones and feel the bubbles of its jetted stools.
Umi Yaki translates to 'grill by the sea' which is fitting as guests can enjoy beautiful views in the open air restaurant during their dinner. Sit around teppan hot plate and watch as our chefs skillfully cook your food in front of you, using their theatrical skills, flipping and juggling and with a dash of fire, your meal is prepared for you before your very eyes.
All Inclusive Package is now available at Bandos Maldives. Included in the package is breakfast, lunch and dinner in the Gallery restaurant, as well as alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks at the Sand Bar, Huvan and Gallery restaurant. The package also offers a variety of sports and entertainment. Enjoy a holiday getaway today at the white-sand beaches of Bandos Maldives at a great value.
Experience a private dinner on the beach. The couple sit surrounded by candles and soft music while a private chef serves delicacies of Bandos exclusively to the couple.
Candle-lit dinner is arranged at the beach of our most romantic sunset restaurant, The Huvan. Soft music plays in the background while dining under a dark sky lit up by millions of stars.
The perfect romantic choice for just the two of you.
Rejuvenate your body and mind while enjoying a perfect holiday in Bandos, through a splendid spa treatment at Anggerik Spa. The private villas and cabanas at the spa offer intimacy and privacy.
The Eastern architecture is just a glimpse into the time-honoured Asian therapies. From facial treatments that revitalize the skin, to ancient Balinese therapies, Anggerik Spa provides a healing experience for all. An exclusive spa package for couples offers a romantic spa journey while children relish Junior Spa treatments for young guests. The experienced and skilled therapists ensure a healing, soothing and charming spa experience.
The Maldives has over 200 different species of coral growing in its waters representing 60 generations, and these in turn are home to a thousand varieties of underwater life forms.
The house reef at Bandos, considered one of the best in North Malé Atoll, will certainly give visitors a glimpse of one of the true marvels of the Maldives.
Water temperature: 24°C (75°F) in February and July to 27°C (81°F) in April, May and September
Visibility: 15 - 40 metres (50 - 130 feet)
Type of diving: Reef, drift diving and wrecks
Marine life: Hammerheads, grey reef sharks, white tip reef sharks, eagle rays, manta rays, turtles, frogfish, triggerfish, surgeonfish, jacks, trevallies, snappers, napoleon wrasse, barracudas... the list is almost endless!
When to go: June to October and December to March
The "Kuda Bandos Sunset Wedding" features a taste of a traditional island ceremony, with a sunset boat ride, unique cultural costumes, Maldivian drums and local style decoration. The ceremony is held on the beach of an uninhabited island called Kuda Bandos followed by a private cruise for the newlyweds on a Dhoni (Maldivian boat). After which they enjoy a romantic private dinner set on the beach of Kuda Bandos. This is a uniquely tropical Maldivian experience.
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Many travel websites who sell the Maldives do not include 10% government taxes and 12% service charges, plus other taxes within their rates.
Purely Maldives’ prices are inclusive of all taxes and surcharges and we ALWAYS include either speedboat, seaplane or domestic plane transfers (click on the Transfer tab).
The Purely Maldives team have personally stayed at over 100 resorts and have been visiting this paradise for over 30 years, so with our knowledge and experience, we can organise your dream holiday with confidence adding value at every stage of your booking.
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