AIG Grand was a real discovery. The hotel is relatively new so they haven’t gotten word out much (and are still sorting out the basics like their website). So when we booked we were a little apprehensive that the reality might not match the striking photos on the booking site. But actually the place exceeded our expectations.
I gave the property 5 TripAdvisor stars for the total experience which includes the incredible value for money. We spent $100/nt for a ocean view room which was literally an order of magnitude cheaper than the $1000/night resort we had visited earlier in the week (and frankly not overly different in experience). It is, in reality, a 4+ star property, ie. properly 4-star based on facilities, amenities and quality, but with MANY 5-star luxury touches which included…
- Rooftop infinity pool (see photo above)
- With panoramic view of the beach/ocean
- Rooftop restaurant with extensive menu
- Sunset facing rooftop area with extensive array of mocktails for a delightful sundowner experience.
- Drench shower
- Bed was super comfortable with fine thread count linen, properly firm mattress with soft mattress cover
One of the most appreciated service touches was that we had to get up very early for our tiger shark diving (which most people visiting Fuvahmulah will be doing) which was too early for us for eating our breakfast, so the hotel kindly packed a take-away breakfast for us that we thoroughly appreciated during our early morning dive interval. Great to see the distinctive luxury, for which the Maldives is becoming increasingly renowned for, coming to a great local island like this (and at a fraction of the price).