Pullman Maldives Maamutaa

Maldives, Indian Ocean

Virgin rating

The hotel

The first all-inclusive Pullman resort has landed and they have pulled out all the stops to create the ultimate beach holiday in paradise. Located on the picturesque island of Maamutaa and spanning over 19 hectares, Pullman is bursting with activities, excursions, and wellness programmes, meaning you will always have something to do, and seeing as it's all covered in their generous all-inclusive package you have the freedom to indulge without worrying about extra costs. Serving up their take on ‘eatertainment’ you can also enjoy unlimited dining and drinks across its six restaurants and bars, each offering diverse cuisine and gourmet options. Though luxurious and tranquil, Pullman Maldives is also family-friendly, offering a kids' club with supervised activities and a kids pool with waterslides, plus there's Skillz the resorts’ teens only area with snooker and a golf simulator. Looking for something unique? One of the standout features at Pullman Maldives is the Underwater Aqua Villa, where you can sleep in a bedroom submerged below the surface of the lagoon, offering an incredible view of the underwater world. Dive into the deep and earn some serious holiday bragging rights!

Amenities

  • Kayaking
  • Snorkelling
  • Tennis
  • Windsurfing
  • Kids Club
  • Teen Club
  • Bar
  • Internet Access
  • Restaurant
  • Spa
  • Swimming Pool
  • Beachfront location

Where is it

In the southern part of the Maldives, on a private island called Maamutaa. Access is via a 55-minute direct flight (90 minutes indirect) from the capital, Malé, to Kooddoo Airport, followed by a short 15 minute speedboat ride to the resort.

Hotel information

122 villas. All with modern amenities including HD TV, WiFi, tea/coffee-making facilities, safe, mini-bar (replenished daily), indoor and outdoor showers. Beach Villas offer 200 sqm of living space and direct access to the sandy beach via a secluded pathway, indoor-outdoor bath area with two showers and tub. Villas have 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 2 adults.

All Inclusive includes: breakfast at Mélange and Sol Rising. Lunch at Mélange and Souk Oven. Dinner at Mélange, Phat Chameleon and Souk Oven. Snacks at The HUB. Complimentary Shisha at Saffron Affair. High Tea and selection of canapés and sweets from Sol Rising. In-villa mini-bar (replenished twice per day, on request, with soft drinks, bottled juice, liquor, beer, wine, chocolate and snacks).

Long stay benefits

5-7 nights

Inclusive of ONE (1) excursion

- Guided Snorkeling at the House Reef

- Sunset Fishing

- Sunset Cruise

PLUS inclusive of ONE (1) of the following activities:

- 30-minute massage at The Pullman Spa (1 voucher)

- One tank dive for certified divers (1 voucher)

- 1 Bottle of Champagne & Canapés for two (2 vouchers)

- 3 Days - Bicycle Rental per person (1 voucher)

- 7 Days - Bicycle Rental per person (2 vouchers)

8+ nights

Inclusive of TWO (2) excursions

- Guided Snorkelling at the House Reef

- Sunset Fishing

- Sunset Cruise

PLUS inclusive of TWO (2) of the following activities:

- 30-minute massage at The Pullman Spa (1 voucher)

- One tank dive for certified divers (1 voucher)

- 1 Bottle of Champagne & Canapés for two (2 vouchers)

- 3 Days - Bicycle Rental per person (1 voucher)

- 7 Days - Bicycle Rental per person (2 vouchers)

Room upgrades

Spacious and ideal for families, Family Beach Villas are 270sqm and has an outdoor living area and 1 king-size bed plus a separate room with a bunk bed. Family Beach Pool Villas are also available.

Beach Pool Villas are 240 sqm with an outdoor living room, terrace area and private pool. Villas have 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 2 adults.

Two-bedroom Beach Pool Villas offer 580 sqm of space, with two bedrooms separated by a living room, each has it’s own bathroom.

Ocean Villas are built over the lagoon with direct access to the water below. These villas are 160sqm and have an open air living space and a netted hammock over the water. Villas have 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 2 adults. Ocean Pool Villas are also available.

Sunset Ocean Pool Villas are similar to Ocean Pool Villas but with sunset views.

Ocean Pool Suites offer 185 sqm of space and features an open cabana with loungers, private pool, illuminated glass window in the floor, living room and bedroom with 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 2 adults.

For total seclusion the Two-bedroom Ocean Pool Villas offer 440 sqm of space, including two bedrooms separated by a living room. The master bedroom with 1king-size bed, the second bedroom with twin beds, each with separate bathrooms.

The Aqua Villa is a two-level villa with all the amenities of an Ocean Villa plus an exclusive pool facing East (perfect to watch the sunrise), open-air bathroom, a submerged master bedroom plus an overwater bedroom, sleeping maximum 2 adults.

6 restaurants and bars; Mélange (all-day dining, Maldivian, French, Arabic, Italian, Chinese and Indian cuisines). Souk Oven (Mediterranean and Levantine cuisine). Sol Rising (over-water cafe and bar, bar bites). The HUB - Pool Bar (cocktails and light bites). Saffron Affair - Sunset Bar (tapas). Phat Chameleon (vegan restaurant, à la carte and live cooking). Destination dining*.

Pullman Spa*. Gym. Yoga and meditation classes. 1-hour daily of non-motorised water sports (SUP, windsurfing, kayaks). Snorkelling equipment. PADI dive centre*. Kids playground (from 4-12 years) with kids pool and waterslides. Skillz - teens only area with snooker, table tennis, board games and a golf simulator. Beach volleyball. Tennis court. Pullman Fit Trail. Nature walks.

Complimentary 6 pieces of laundry per person upon arrival.

* Denotes local charge.

Please note: to ensure our customer's safety, we are unable to offer over water accommodation to children under the age of 12.

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Dec 17, 2024 Emily A

I had a massage with Barbara and she was amazing! So kind and talented. My mum had Rahul and he was equally as welcoming and kind. Amazing service. ………………………………………………………………..,,,,,,,,,…………………………………………………………………..……………………………………………………
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Dec 17, 2024 Stella L

It was wonderful Rahul did a fantastic job in the right spot. I will recommend him always. Thank you so much for your courtesy, personality and service. It was wonderful Rahul did a fantastic job in the right spot. I will recommend him always. Thank you so much for your courtesy, personality and service.
Image of the Tripadvisor rating A trip to remember ❤️

Dec 16, 2024 NadiaC2925

Hotel Review – Maldives Our stay was absolutely fantastic! From the moment we arrived, we were greeted with a warm welcome by Sheila, whose friendliness set the tone for the visit. Restaurant manager Shan ensured everything ran smoothly, and Chef Salahudin delighted us with delicious Maldivian cuisine – truly a treat for the taste buds. The… Read more
Hotel Review – Maldives Our stay was absolutely fantastic! From the moment we arrived, we were greeted with a warm welcome by Sheila, whose friendliness set the tone for the visit. Restaurant manager Shan ensured everything ran smoothly, and Chef Salahudin delighted us with delicious Maldivian cuisine – truly a treat for the taste buds. The massages were a highlight of the trip! Mara, the masseuse, was exceptional. It’s just a shame we could only book her for one day. Highly recommend her services to anyone staying here. The app was another great touch – user-friendly, reliable, and made managing our stay seamless. Overall, we are super happy with our experience and can’t wait to return. This was a trip to remember! Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Pullman Maldives Review: A disappointing experience in the Maldives.

Dec 15, 2024 K S

Overall Verdict This resort is a poor choice if you’re planning a trip to the Maldives. If you arrive late through no fault of your own, the hotel will not only fail to assist you in reaching the resort promptly or offer any compensation but will also charge you for delays that are entirely their responsibility. Pros • The island itself is… Read more
Overall Verdict This resort is a poor choice if you’re planning a trip to the Maldives. If you arrive late through no fault of your own, the hotel will not only fail to assist you in reaching the resort promptly or offer any compensation but will also charge you for delays that are entirely their responsibility. Pros • The island itself is beautiful. We stayed in a two-bedroom overwater villa, which had a picturesque setting. • Food at Melange is excellent. It’s the only restaurant that delivers quality meals on the island. • The hotel staff are friendly and polite, creating a pleasant atmosphere. • The diving courses are a highlight. The instructor was knowledgeable and kind, making the experience enjoyable. Thank you, Mathis. Cons 1. Accommodation: • The furniture is worn, the bathroom equipment is in poor condition, and the poolside sofas are dirty. 2. Dining: • Only Melange offers good food; the other restaurants are subpar. • Limited options for non-alcoholic cocktails. 3. Amenities: • Water activities are overpriced ($205 for just 30 minutes on a jet ski). • The mini-bar’s white chocolate cannot be substituted with milk or dark chocolate. • Bicycles are not free, which is surprising for such a large island. • Buggy service is inconsistent, with waits often exceeding 30 minutes. 4. Management: • We traveled from Kazakhstan with Air Astana, whose flight was delayed by 9 hours. This caused us to miss our domestic flight from Malé. The hotel gave us two options: a 6:45 am or 3:45 pm flight the next day. We chose the morning flight to minimize lost time. However, at 11:30 pm, the hotel called to inform us that we wouldn’t be flying in the morning because they failed to book seats in time. • We lost an additional day of our vacation due to the resort’s disorganization. Upon arrival, we expected some form of compensation for the inconvenience, but the hotel manager, Assaad Moussa, dismissed our concerns entirely, implying it was not of their concern. 5. Checkout Nightmare: • On the last evening, we settled our bill for additional services to avoid delays the next morning. However, at 6:30 am on checkout day, we were presented with an unexpected $232 bill. This was for the cancellation of the first domestic flight, which we missed due to circumstances beyond our control. 6. Overall Atmosphere: • The resort feels nearly deserted. With such poor management and service, I hope this review encourages others to avoid this place. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Th best in the Maldives

Dec 14, 2024 harlan64 Tucson, Arizona

Remarkably thoughtful and caring personnel. We HIGHLY recommend this resort. As good an experience we have had anywhere. Food was exceptional, the bungalows first rate. We spent forty hours getting here. Worth every minute. Will be recommending this resort to our friends.