Bandos Island Resort

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Location :	North Male' Atoll
Distance from Airport :	7 Km
Transfer by Dhoni :	N/A
Transfer by Speed Boat :	20 Minutes
Transfer by Sea Plane :	N/A
Number of rooms :	225 Rooms
Credit Cards accepted :

Bandos is a beautiful coral island located in North Male' Atoll, about 7 kms away from Male' International Airport. The island is covered with lush tropical vegetation, numerous palm trees, surrounded by a wide sandy beach and the crystal clear waters. Opened in 1972 the island owns one of the best house reefs, just 40-60 meters away from the beach. The natural splendor is complemented by the modern amenities of the resort, which ensure that your stay is both comfortable and memorable.

In 2005, a major reconstruction project undertaken by the management has succesfully brought a trendy new look to the Bandos Island Resort. Front Desk, Lobby Areas, Shops, All Restaurants, Bars and a new swimming pool have been rebuilt with state of the art architectural designs blending perfectly with the tropical surrounding and maintaining the "local feel". Rooms on the northern side of the island have been replaced by elegantly designed individual loft type Beach Villas with the most modern facilities and amenities. Bandos has perfected its role of the “welcoming host” and can cater to every mood. The natural splendor is complemented by the modern amenities of the resort, which ensure that your stay is both comfortable and memorable.

	103 Standard Rooms 103 Standard rooms conveniently located on the southern side of the island are all beach-fronted and in blocks of four rooms adjacent to each other. Bandos; the unyielding attitude towards settling for anything less than the highest quality and unrivalled customer satisfaction. Facilities include: Double/Twin bed, Tiled floor, Mini-Bar, International Direct Dial Telephone, Air-Conditioning, Beach Beds with Beach Chairs, Bathroom with shower, Hot & Cold Water, Hair Dryier, Satellite Television, Tea/Coffee Making facilities and electronic safety deposit box.
	48 Deluxe Rooms The 48 Deluxe rooms being similar to the standard rooms are also beach-fronted and in blocks of two rooms each with inter-connecting doors and have more space with sitting/living area. Junior Suites are also ideal for families with small children as well as for the wheelchair-bound guests. Facilities include: Double/Twin bed ( Some have four poster beds), Tiled Floor, Mini-Bar, International Direct Dial Telephone, Air-Conditioning, Beach Beds with Beach Chairs, Bathroom with Shower, Bath Tub, Hot & Cold Water, Hair Dryer, Satellite Television, tea/Coffee Making facilities and electronic safety deposit box.
	24 Garden Villas The Garden Villas with their neatly trimmed hedges and flower gardens are designed for those who want to while away their vacation in the elegance of a carefully tended garden environment. All of these beautiful Garden Villas are located in the middle of the island and facing the landscaped gardens and the newly built swimming pool. These are full wooden chalets with private patio and they are elegantly furnished. Facilities include: Four-Poster King size Bed, Mini-Bar, International Direict Dial Telephone, Air-Conditioning, Bathroom with shower, Hot & Cold water, Hair Dryer, Satellite Television, Tea/Coffee Making facilities and electronic safety deposit box.
	48 Jacuzzi Beach Villas A total of 48 Jacuzzi Beach Villas have been newly built in 2005 on the northern side of the island, with modern amenities and facilities, and yet blending in well with the tropical surrounding. Set on a strip of white sandy beach overlooking a crystal-clear lagoon blessed with abundant sunshine and tropical flora of unspeakable beauty, the Jacuzzi Beach Villas at Bandos will singularly make your stay on Bandos a most memorable occasion. These are designed in individual loft type units with living room, bathroom, and Jacuzzi on the ground floor and the bed room is located upstairs with a private balcony overlooking the azure lagoon. Facilities include: King size Bed, Mini-Bar, International Direct Dial Telephone, Air-Conditioning, Beach bed with beach chair, bathroom with seperate shower, Hot & Cold Water, Hair Dryer, Satellite Television, Tea/Coffee Making facilities and electronic safety deposit box.
	02 Water Villas Built during 2005 reconstruction, these Water Villas are exclusive and only 2 of them have been built on stilts over the lagoon and are also the first of its kind to be built on Bandos. These two luxurious and spacious Villas are designed with the utmost care in ensuring both comfort and privacy for its residents. With a spacious living room, these rooms give you an amazing view of the ocean, and they have a large private sundeck with sun loungers. In tandem with the bountiful delights of nature, Bandos Water Villas virtually offer everything to make your holiday experience truly special. Facilities include: Jacuzzi, Four-Poster King dize Bed, Mini-Bar, International Direct Dial Telephone, Air-Conditioning, Beach bed with Beach chair, Spacious bathroom with an excellent ocean view and direct access to the lagoon, Hot & Cold water, Hair Dryer, Satellite Television, Tea/Coffee Making facilities and electronic safety deposit box.

Excursions

Guided excursions Island Hopping, Shopping in Male', Night Fishing, Local Village excursions, Diving and many Water sports including Dolphin rides.

Service Description

Anggerik Spa - 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 our spa offer intimacy and privacy. Many other facials and treatments are available at Bandos Island Resort.

Dining Information

Harbour Grill : Dine with style in the newly built and elegantly designed fine dining restaurant - Harbour Grill. Here you will have options of dining either in air-conditioned comfort or while enjoying the cool breeze and the breathtaking scenery on the open air over water deck. Harbour Grill specializes in presenting you with the best of Maldivian fish, a large variety of seafood, home-made pasta and a selection of tender steaks char grilled to your taste. The silver light of the moon, the most delicious food and our warm and friendly staff make it one of the most memorable moments of your holiday.

Gallery Restaurant : 'The main restaurant of Bandos Island Resort is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner and specializes in catering for guests whose holiday package includes meals - yet is open to all the guests. Package holidaymakers, however, are not restricted to one restaurant, but are welcome to eat at either the Coffee shop or the Harbour Grill with a discount.

Sea Breeze Coffe Shop : True to its name, Sea Breeze Café has been newly built right at the edge of the water with an open air over water deck and an amazing view of the sea. It is open 24 hours and offers from snacks to A La Carte Menu, ranging from Spaghetti Bolognaise, a variety of pizza to authentic Indian Curry.

Sand Bar : Right at the water’s edge is our Sand Bar, reconstructed with modern equipments and the state of designs blending well with its name and surround. It is the main bar and is open from 0730hrs until the last satisfied customer leaves. Enjoy the exotic atmosphere barefoot on the sand floor sipping a tropical drink from our wide selection. Our live band invites you to listen or dance the night away, try Karaoke or dance to the hot rhythms played by our DJ.

Sundowners : Located on the east side of the island, close to our Dive School, is the Sundowners Bar, open daily between 0730hrs to 00:30 Midnight. A favorite among divers for a quick snack and a cool drink after a dive. Watch the sunset setting across the horizon while sipping your favourite cocktail with someone special on the large over water deck at the Sundowners Bar.

Paradise Bar : When you visit the Paradise Club for a sports, tennis, a vigorous workout or a swim in the pool, you can take advantage of the thirst quenching drinks and the light fare menu the Paradise Bar offers.

Amenities, Services & Facilities

Amenities : Double/twin bed, tiled floor, mini bar, International Direct Dial telephone, air-conditioning, beach beds with beach chairs, bathroom with shower, hot & cold water, hair dryer, satellite television, tea/coffee making facilities and electronic safety deposit box.

Services : Baby cots, Baby sitting, Courier service, Doctors, Drinking water, Electricity, Hairdressing and beauty salon, Restaurants and bars, Laundry, Massage.

Facilities : Adapters, Aerobics, Air conditioning, Airline, Baggage, Books / Newspapers, Cyber Cafe, Boat hire, Cashier, Cheques, Credit Cards, Diving, Excursions, Facsimile, Foreign exchange, Gymnasium, Hair dryer, Mini bar, Non-smoking areas, Personal computer, Photocopying, Safet, Sauna, Sports and Recreation, Steam bath, Swimming pool, Television, Tea and coffee making facility, Telephone, Water sports.