Reviews of Bahaaru Villa Surf and Stay
Bahaaru Villa Surf and Stay, 08060 Himmafushi, Maldives

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Reviewed: 30 October 2025 · Stayed in October 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 29 September 2025 · Stayed in September 2025
Verified reviewEverything. Diya made our days so comfy and lovely. Also we met the owners and we felt like family. The location is perfect, 5 minutes to the port and restaurants and 5 to surf. Very clean (they clean the room everyday) and quiet. Room big with ac and fan and private toilet with towels, soap and shampoo. Outside amenities for eating and surfer (rack, shower, toilette).
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Thank you for the kind words, hope to see you again.
Reviewed: 12 September 2025 · Stayed in September 2025
Verified reviewThe staff. Diya went all the way to assist in any way
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Thank you for choosing to stay with us, hope you had a beautiful time.
Reviewed: 26 August 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 5 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewI had an amazing stay in Himmafushi! The owner and the hostess were incredibly kind and always willing to help with anything we needed, making us feel very welcome from the start. The room was spacious, bright, and very comfortable, with cozy beds that ensured a great night's sleep. The Wi-Fi was excellent as well, which allowed me to work without any issues. The location is unbeatable, it's the closest place to the Jailbreak surf spot and also very close to the harbor, which makes it the perfect choice whether you're here to surf or go scuba diving. I will definitely stay here again!
Thank you so much for the kind words. Really appreciate it. Hope to see you again. All the best! :)
Reviewed: 2 July 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewThe place was super cozy, safe and very clean, It felt like a home away from home stay. Diya (the lady taking care of the guest) was what made the place special. She was helpful and very friendly.
Nothing. Everything was wonderful.
Thank you so much for being a great guest! it was a pleasure hosting you 😀 😊
Reviewed: 16 June 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewVery homely and clean, very close to everything, only a couple of minutes walk from the ferry and bikini beach
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hope to see you again soon , Thank you
Reviewed: 5 June 2025 · Stayed in May 2025
Verified reviewStaff very helpful in arranging ferry, picking me up and taking me to the hotel. Hotel has other surfers which was fun to form a group, and outdoor showers and drying racks which made surfing convenient.
Juice and coffee at breakfast could be better.
Thank you Matt
Reviewed: 23 April 2025 · Stayed in April 2025
Verified reviewI had an amazing two weeks at Bahaaru. It's a beautiful old villa in the centre of the island. The staff was super friendly and kind, and the owner very helpful. I would definitely come back here.
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Reviewed: 15 April 2025 · Stayed in April 2025
Verified reviewI had the most wonderful stay at this charming little guesthouse! Though small, it was cozy, clean, and perfectly peaced. The best part was the incredible hospitality from Dia (staff), who took care of everything with a warm smile. Sarim (owner) was always in touch on-line arranging boat trips and helped with organizing transfers etc... If you're looking for an authentic, personal touch in the Maldives, this is the place. Highly recommend!
We are very happy that you had a beautiful time hear with us, appreciating our staff Diya services. Thank you.
Reviewed: 2 April 2025 · Stayed in March 2025
Verified reviewLocal, comfortable, squeaky clean. Very hospitable and helpful hosts, too. Just around the corner from the harbour. Everything you need to enjoy and explore the wonderful Himmafushi.
Hope to seeing you again Thank you
Reviewed: 2 April 2025 · Stayed in March 2025
Verified reviewA truly beautiful accommodation. You get exactly what you see in the pictures. The place is lovingly designed. Diyas friendliness and attentiveness make the stay a wonderful experience. If I’m ever back in Himmafushi, I will definitely return.
Hope you will visit us soon again. Thank you.
Reviewed: 18 March 2025 · Stayed in March 2025
Verified reviewThe room is impeccably clean, spacious, and inviting. Its prime location is just a short, scenic walk from the jetty. The host and staff go above and beyond, providing exceptional service with warmth and attentiveness
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Thank you so much. It was pleasure hosting you! See you another time :)
Reviewed: 14 March 2025 · Stayed in March 2025
Verified reviewThe Perfect room and the perfect house. Friendly and helpful staff.
Thank you so much. It was pleasure hosting you! See you another time :)
Reviewed: 11 March 2025 · Stayed in March 2025
Verified reviewThe place was very simple, super clean and very relaxing
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Thank you so much. It was pleasure hosting you! See you another time :)
Reviewed: 10 March 2025 · Stayed in March 2025
Verified reviewLoved it , staff was amazing Villa owner was helpful !! Good value of money
It’s good ! I recommend staying here
Thank you so much. It was pleasure hosting you! See you another time :)
Reviewed: 20 February 2025 · Stayed in February 2025
Verified reviewRoom size was good Amenities in the room were satisfactory
Would have appreciated if they can put an electric kettle in every room for heating water so that one do not have to go out of the room to get hot water There should be a closet in the room instead of an open wooden rack in the room for keeping the clothes
thank you
Reviewed: 10 February 2025 · Stayed in February 2025
Verified reviewThe calmness of the property, it is a great place to stay if you want to relax. We were also able to simply explore the beauty of himmafushi island thanks to their bicycle rental service.
Thank you for choosing Bahaaru Villa Surf and stay as your holiday gateway. Many thanks for your kindness :)
Reviewed: 22 January 2025 · Stayed in January 2025
Verified reviewWhere do I even begin? Everything about our stay was absolutely amazing! Sarim, who manages the property, went above and beyond to ensure we had the best experience. He organized our day trips, transport, and helped with anything we needed—his hospitality was truly unmatched. The island of Himmafushi is absolutely beautiful and offers so many activities like surfing, snorkeling, stand-up paddleboarding, and more. The property itself was perfect for relaxing, with thoughtful touches like an outdoor shower to rinse off after the beach and a cozy outdoor table for breakfast or chilling out. The rooms were clean, cozy, and equipped with AC, a comfortable bed, hot water showers, and a drinking water dispenser—everything we needed for a comfortable stay. Breakfasts were a treat every morning, with a lovely spread of juice, water, coffee, eggs, sausage, bread with butter and jam, tuna, and more. Oh and the WIFI was very good which for me as a remote worker was crucial! I could do zoom Calls with video and no issues. Had uninterrupted internet access during my stay There are plenty of restaurants on the island to choose from, and there’s even a designated bikini beach where women can comfortably wear bikinis and relax. What really stood out to us was the affordability. Compared to other options, the accommodation was incredibly budget-friendly, and you can enjoy a delicious dinner on the island for as little as $3 per person. Sarim’s humble and welcoming nature truly made us feel at home. He was always willing to help and made sure we had everything we needed, which made our trip so much more special. Expert Tip: From Himmafushi, you can book a day trip to the Crossroads Island resorts and experience a bit of luxury without breaking the bank. We did this, and while it was a cool experience (meals there cost around $40), it also made us appreciate Himmafushi so much more. On Himmafushi, for just $4, you can eat like a king!
I can't complain honestly for the price it was so worth it, and felt like a very authentic experience
Thank you so much for the kind words! Keenan helped me with a very important point regarding the damage deposit which did not catch my attention earlier. I really appreciate it :) Thank you so much for choosing our Villa as your holiday gateway!
Thank you so much for the kind words! Keenan helped me with a very important point regarding the damage deposit which did not catch my attention earlier. I really appreciate it :) Thank you so much for choosing our Villa as your holiday g… Show more
Reviewed: 15 January 2025 · Stayed in January 2025
Verified reviewVilla owner Mr. Sarim is really a nice gentleman.He is a well guided and helpful person.
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Thank you so much for the kind words! I really appreciate it :) Thank you so much for choosing our Villa as your holiday gateway!
Reviewed: 11 January 2025 · Stayed in January 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 4 January 2025 · Stayed in December 2024
Verified reviewEverything was fine.
Dear Josef We hope you enjoyed your recent stay with us at Bahaaru Villa Surf and Stay. Thank you again for choosing Bahaaru Villa Surf and Stay, and we hope to see you again soon. Best Regards,
Reviewed: 31 December 2024 · Stayed in December 2024
Verified reviewReviewed: 28 December 2024 · Stayed in December 2024
Verified reviewLovely garden & nice staff they have also bikes to rent
The breakfast was the same every day, very very poor , omelette & horrible sausages ..and they charge us every espresso 2 euro 😞
Thank you for the review. It will help us improve in the future. It would have been better if it was communicated in advance about the breakfast. We could have arranged a Maldivian breakfast instead of the continental breakfast. And about coffee, Only Nescafe is available for free at our hotel. Expresso does not include in our amenities, and we communicate it in advance to all the guests. Thank you for choosing Bahaaru Villa Surf and Stay as your holiday gateway.
Thank you for the review. It will help us improve in the future. It would have been better if it was communicated in advance about the breakfast. We could have arranged a Maldivian breakfast instead of the continental breakfast. And about… Show more