We visited the Rui Atoll Hotel at the end of August, beginning of September. What can I say? The location was idyllic, the weather was perfect, and the proximity of the rooms to the beach was also a very pleasant surprise. We were a family of six with different age ranges from sixty-three to fifteen. However, each one of our family members had something to do. The rooms were very nice; the smart bathroom was equipped with all the modern furniture, whilst towels and beach towels were also provided on a daily basis. The beds were very comfortable, and the mini bar was restocked every day as well. So if you are on an all-inclusive package, then you can make use of this. Although we do not drink alcohol, it was also loaded with a number of soft drink beverages.
The staff at the hotel were incredibly warm, friendly, and eager to help if you had any queries. A special mention to Nizam, who did our room on a daily basis and left it very clean and without any sand on the floor, which we inevitably brought in when out on the beach next to our room.
We also attended the buffet, which had a wide variety of food to each and every person's taste. We had some members opting for more Indian-based dishes whilst others were more roast and fish based. However, there was something for everyone, whilst the sweets were also varied in number and the veg and fruits were also very sweet and delectable. The ice cream was also very nice, and a special mention to the coconut ice cream, which was very delicious.
The staff at the buffet were also very helpful, and a mention to Krish. Most of the members could help you if you had any dietary queries or allergies, whilst there were two specialty restaurants which also provided very tasty cuisine, one being an Italian and the other more steak based. You book the place either via ringing reception or by the App.
Overall, we stayed for seven days and enjoyed our stay. There was Scuba Carib, which was a watersport part of the hotel, and we made good use of the free water sports, which were the non-motorised ones, whilst my children attended the water sports for the snorkelling, which was also enjoyable. The water here is so clear that you can go out to the third flag and still see the 'ocean floor'
Overall, I would not hesitate to recommend this hotel again and would love to return one day in the future. The staff were incredibly customer focused. So if you are after a relaxing trip without too many hiccups, then this would be the place to book.
If you are going to the Maldives, a special mention also to the seaplane flying out to the hotel, which is another memorable experience, one which we still chat about on our return. You can see the beautiful views of all the different islands whilst flying to this private island.
Compared to other hotels in the Maldives, it was very good value for money
