Centara Grand Beach Resort & Spa

A paradise island, has all the features, qualities and ambience of a great escape from our daily hustle. I was there with my partner and our friends for a 4-day getaway, the trip did not Read MoreA paradise island, has all the features, qualities and ambience of a great escape from our daily hustle. I was there with my partner and our friends for a 4-day getaway, the trip did not disappoint from the moment we step on the island (greeted with staffs lined up playing drums) until the day we departed for home. We stayed at the family overwater villa which had a sea access balcony and a remarkable view of the sunset. Accompanied with a rounded spacious jacuzzi, king size bed, and a double decker-bed room (with a PS4) the room is perfect for a family of 4-5 people with children. Yea, I spent some time on the PS4 myself. Room was very clean (I think they clean the room twice a day) and comfortable. The resort was not short of activities and restaurants for us to choose from. The food was great and the activities were very fun and memorable - most activities are highly dependent on the weather though so fingers crossed! Did parasailing, whale shark snorkel (excursion staff were so helpful), house reef snorkel, seabob swimming (a must try!) and semi submarine. There were many other activities as well as a dive school too, good for beginners and advanced divers. After all those activities best way to relax and wind down with a massage at the cenvaree spa!! Honestly, best spa i ever had (regretted taking only 1 hour). There are group games every night at the coral bar, like bingo night, crab racing (yes that's right, real crab) etc. before the dance floor opens - i think we owned the dance floor on our last night there - general music could have been better though, but we can make our requests to the DJ, so all's good. There were a few restaurants for us to choose from, italian, western, indian, thai, local food were all available across 3-4 restaurants on the island. Thai food was one of the best for me at Suan Bua and for atmosphere the bbq food by the beach at reef restaurant on our last night was a good way to end off the trip! Spectacular! Had an issue with my luggage upon arrival, issue was with the seaplane, had to wait for the next morning for my luggage to arrive but the staff was so responsive, reactive and helpful! They checked with the airport and seaplane company on the fastest next course of action and checked in with me to provide updates and even provided me with clothes and footwear for the night to ensure that i am comfortable. Got my luggage first thing in the morning at 7am. Overall the trip was splendid, truly a perfect getaway from the daily work hustle. My partner and I loved everything about the trip and keep on reminiscing about the times we had on the resort. I think the best thing about the resort would be the staff as they are very friendly. Every staff you walk past will greet you with a big smile and if you're in the mood can have a short chat along the way. Very thankful for CJ, the staff/manager that ensured my luggage was returned to me as soon as possible and did all she could to make our experience there a superb and memorable one! We truly miss the experienced we've had there! Thank you ~ Hope to go there again in the future! Read Less

Highly recommend! A Must-go in the Maldives and I will definitely come back again and again :D Traveling with my mom September 11-15th. We booked 2 nights Duplex Beach Villa + 2 nights Deluxe Read MoreHighly recommend! A Must-go in the Maldives and I will definitely come back again and again :D Traveling with my mom September 11-15th. We booked 2 nights Duplex Beach Villa + 2 nights Deluxe Overwater Villa to experience all. Rooms are well designed and decorated, super clean and organized. We have everything we need. Mini bar is filled with drinks and recharged every afternoon. Bed is super comfortable. Great views from rooms. We are very very happy :D We have breakfast at Reef international. Wide choices of Maldivian and international food, options for vegetarian and also gluten free food adapted to all tastes and expectations :D Great food, great service, great chefs, everything is wonderful. Lunch and Dinner at Azzuri Mare Italian and Suan Bua Thai at our choice. Good food and Menu is different everyday. Delicious ! Lots of drinks at menu for choice. Staffs are super friendly, nice and helpful, always smiling :D I’m so so happy and grateful. Thanks again to every staffs at Centara Grand Island Resort & Spa Maldives who made our Maldivian journey unforgettable for the rest of life. Really can’t expect more and I’m so grateful. With LOVE from Shanghai, I miss everyone and everything already !!! Look very forward to next visit again :D Read Less

So many good things, the rooms the service the well kept resort, the beautiful surroundings, amazing amazing Centara. Keep it up. We will surely visit again and spend more time at the lovely spa Read MoreSo many good things, the rooms the service the well kept resort, the beautiful surroundings, amazing amazing Centara. Keep it up. We will surely visit again and spend more time at the lovely spa cenvaree Read Less

We had an incredible week at Centara Grand - this was our first trip to the Maldives: it was perfect from start to finish. The staff at Centara are all very friendly and helpful, you will want for Read MoreWe had an incredible week at Centara Grand - this was our first trip to the Maldives: it was perfect from start to finish. The staff at Centara are all very friendly and helpful, you will want for nothing. I would highly recommend the Dive school onsite (Best dives Maldives), especially Hassan who is very knowledgeable and great for both beginner and seasoned divers. This was my personal highlight of the trip. Thanks again Hassan for making many of my underwater dreams become a reality! Shadar was also a great freediver from the water sports center. Sathish, Kumar and Anil - together with the entire bar staff team - always ensured we had drinks in hand and were keen to make delicious cocktails. The food in all restaurants was excellent, with the Thai and Italian being personal favourites, particularly with the fresh seafood on offer. Chef Justin and the waiting staff at the Italian restaurant added a special touch in our final evening for which we are very grateful. We would highly recommend Centara Grand for a wonderful holiday to the Maldives, both above and below water! Read Less

It is an amazing trip without doubt. Sunshine, golden beach and the blue sky with different food and excellent service. I would like to especially thank the Nabeel and another girl who wears a pair Read MoreIt is an amazing trip without doubt. Sunshine, golden beach and the blue sky with different food and excellent service. I would like to especially thank the Nabeel and another girl who wears a pair of glasses(I forget to ask her name sorrrry!!!!!!very cute and has a good service attitude) for their kind smile and patience.thanks again for the unforgettable trip Read Less