Cheval Blanc Randheli Maldives

In the pristine Noonu Atoll of the Maldives, Cheval Blanc Randheli stands as a masterpiece of luxury hospitality. From the moment you step onto the resort's private seaplane, emblazoned with the distinctive Cheval Blanc insignia, you realize this experience will transcend traditional notions of luxury. Arrival and First Impressions The journey sets the tone – Cheval Blanc's custom-designed seaplane, complete with leather interiors and chilled towels, delivers you to a resort that redefines Maldivian excellence. The arrival jetty, an architectural marvel in itself, leads to a welcome that feels both grand and intimate, with your Maître de Maison (butler) waiting to begin your journey into unparalleled luxury. The Villa Our Pool Villa proved to be an architectural triumph of contemporary design meeting tropical aesthetics. The soaring seven-meter-high ceilings create an overwhelming sense of space, while floor-to-ceiling windows frame the endless ocean views. The villa's interior, curated by renowned designers, showcases an elegant blend of indigenous materials and sophisticated furnishings. The private infinity pool, stretching towards the horizon, became our preferred spot for both morning coffee and evening aperitifs. The outdoor living spaces, including a shaded dining pavilion and sun loungers positioned for optimal sunrise viewing, exemplified thoughtful luxury. Butler Service The Maître de Maison service at Cheval Blanc Randheli elevates the concept of butler service to an art form. Our butler's intuitive understanding of our preferences, coupled with an ability to anticipate needs before they arose, created a seamless experience. From coordinating surprise sunset experiences to ensuring our villa was perpetually stocked with our favorite refreshments, the attention to detail was flawless. The Spa Experience The Cheval Blanc Spa, housed on its own private island, deserves special recognition. The Guerlain treatments, exclusively crafted for the resort, combine French sophistication with tropical inspiration. The signature "Solar Evasion" treatment, performed in an overwater treatment villa with glass floors, offered both physical rejuvenation and spiritual calm. The spa's relaxation areas, with views over the crystalline lagoon, invited extended moments of peaceful contemplation. Dining Excellence The culinary program at Randheli showcases the resort's commitment to excellence. Whether enjoying contemporary Japanese cuisine at the signature restaurant, French fine dining with a tropical twist, or feet-in-the-sand Mediterranean fare, each meal became a memorable experience. The wine cellar, curated by expert sommeliers, houses rare vintages that would impress even the most discerning oenophile. Attention to Detail What sets Cheval Blanc Randheli apart is its relentless pursuit of perfection in every detail. From the custom-scented amenities to the thoughtfully positioned sun loungers that seem to float over the water, every element has been c

This was our second stay at Cheval Blanc and it did not disappoint (well, except for below). The Male airport is new and Cheval Blanc has a new lounge. The Cheval Blanc staff makes arriving and departing at the airport painless, which is very much appreciated. We stayed in the same villa, 46, which is beautiful. Our Butler Mr. G was the best. It was our anniversary and he went all out decorating our room. It was so special. He made everyday spectacular for us. Cheval Blanc, in general, leaves nothing to want. The villa has everything you need and more. They do not skimp on the amenities they provide in the room. Everything is top notch. You do not feel ripped off. For example, they don't charge for endless amounts of chocolates and snacks, which plenty of their competitors have no problem doing. The food is good. I wouldn't say amazing. I remember it being better. We ate mostly at Deelani, the Italian restaurant. The pasta was definitely better the last time. We ate once at the White and once at Diptyque both were fine. One word of caution, which put a damper on 2 1/2 out of the five days of my trip... On a snorkeling trip, they neglected to warn us that there is plankton (sea lice) in the water. Had we known this we would have bought a long sleeve swim shirt that would have helped me from getting bites all over my body which resulted in a extremely itchy skin irritation causing red bumps all over my arms and legs. Although I complained to the guide when I felt the bites in the water and she told me that if I wanted to I should go back to the boat, once on the boat, no one ever told me to rinse off. So, as a result, I spent the next few days itching and applying ointment and calamine lotion to my body. A nice way to spend a very expensive vacation. Then to add insult to injury, during our dinner at Deelani, I was visited by the resort manager that tried to insult my intelligence by questioning whether this was actually caused by a food allergy, and not by the plankton. Needless to say, I do not have food allergies, I felt 1000 bites in the water and he ruined my dinner.