SAii Lagoon Hotel Review & Tour - a Hilton Curio Collection in the Maldives

[@vickie3237]

Great review

[@herongate76]

Thank you so much for this lovely feedback. We’re heading there next month and very much looking forward to it 🙏🏽

[@VoyagerGuru]

Hey! thanks so much for your comment- have an AMAZING trip!! We loved our stay there

[@BoneStarr2k]

Great review guys, thanks.

[@VoyagerGuru]

Thank you so much for your comment! appreciate it :) let us know if you need anything!

[@heresthething9740]

Hey you two, love this review (as always). I truly appreciate the honest you two provide, talking about the good and bad. Weird question, have you two thought of breaking your reviews that are 14-16 minutes into two part videos? I am just wondering if you would double your likes and have a longer retention time on the shorter videos which might help the algorithm to get your great content out to other potential subscribers. Again, great content as always.

[@VoyagerGuru]

Sorry for the late reply, we’re traveling on low internet! Thanks so much for your support and we appreciate you calling that out. We’ve been trying to condense the reviews as much as possible, but it’s difficult to fit in all the information we think potential guests might want to know. We haven’t considered splitting them into parts though…I guess my concern is that might work well for the algo, but maybe not for the actual people seeking that information? Thanks so much again, we really appreciate the advice!

[@lobosolo2]

I think you guys are quickly becoming the pre-eminent hotel reviewers on youtube. This is especially useful for people who have yet to visit the Maldives. I posted this question on the blog as well: I booked an all inclusive w transfers included at Oblu Ailafushi, but I have read a few unfortunate reviews of the island and the beauty of its lagoon. I booked on Luxury Escapes and can still get a refund on Oblu but I am wondering if you guys think I should remain at Ailafushi or whether I should go with Saii or Hard Rock.

[@VoyagerGuru]

Hey there! Thank you so much- it means a lot to us ❤️❤️. Regarding your question about ailafushi - from the reviews I’ve read (since we haven’t been), it sounds like the all inclusive at saii/hard rock is better from an inclusions standpoint and service standpoint. The all inclusive at saii and hard rock includes most of the restaurants in the marina and all the restaurants on property with great drink options so I think that’s a bit more upscale. I think ozen may also be lacking a bit in the style. So I would personally recommend saii or hard rock for the extensive options. The lagoon on the saii side (and hard rock over water facing saii) is STUNNING

[@lobosolo2]

@@VoyagerGuru Thank you! Will move from Oblu to Saii.

[@VoyagerGuru]

@@lobosolo2 enjoy!!

[@samuelnarciso1]

Hey guys, me and my husband just came from Heritance Aarah for our honeymoon and we told the management that we went there because of you. We just looove your channel, now another question: WHERE DOES MAX GOT THIS AMAZING NECKLACE ? And Maren so gorgeous as always 😘 Greetings from Sweden 🇸🇪

[@VoyagerGuru]

Hi there! Thank you so much for your amazing comment 😭😭 that’s so sweet. Thanks for sharing that with the hotel- that’s so nice of you :). Also lol! He actually got it as a gift from the hotel but they do sell it in a shop in the crossroads marina! Next time you go to the Maldives, worth the trip :). Thanks so much again!

[@FR12369]

This will be our hotel.I'm so excited❤

[@VoyagerGuru]

That’s amazing! It’s a great property! Let us know if you need any help booking or have any questions about the resort- we get some great rates :) xx maren

[@FR12369]

@VoyagerGuru we already booked a year ago.A hilton honor member here. First time in this resort.. I have a question. I know it's a man made island coz it's near the airport but is the resort nice?Is the overwater villa water turquoise or even clear? Is it white sand all around the resort? Thank you in advance.

[@VoyagerGuru]

Amazing!! You’ll have a great time. Yes, the water under the villas is stunning and the sand is sooo white. There’s some snorkeling near the SAii pool but it’s not as good as some other atolls farther away but you can see dolphins sometimes :). Happy to answer any other questions you have!

[@guptavipul15s]

Awesome video VG. Does the all inclusive includes some dining options at Hardrock and Marina as well?

[@VoyagerGuru]

Thank you so much for your comment! That's correct- you will have access to the hard rock outlets and the marina. In the marina, the restaurants will include an appetizer, entree and dessert as well as alcoholic and non alcoholic drinks. Ministry of Crab only gives you a small credit but the other restaurants do include the three course meal for free :)

[@ti_ko6269]

Hi guys, is there a minimarket on the island? :) good video btw, thank you so much!!

[@VoyagerGuru]

Hey there! There are a couple shops in the marina - are you looking for something in particular? There are mostly just souvenir style shops

[@ti_ko6269]

@@VoyagerGuru Hey, I was wondering, if there is a small Shop to buy some food and drinks.. that you don’t have to use the minibar so often… :)

[@saagasofias3484]

Heyy! I really enjoy your channel and love you guys! Its been so helpful while dreaming and planning the vacation to Maledives! Something to ask if the activities on the Islands are included to the resorts or you have to pay extra for them? Such as snorkling or jets? I would really have been interested on prices included in the videos! But thanks for doing these videos and sharing your tips! Seems like you have quite a nice life 😍 ps. I think every massage you had was ”one of the best you’ve had”! Greedings from cold Finland! (Travel to Lapland if you haven’t)

[@VoyagerGuru]

Thank you so much!! and LOL so true about the massages haha!! Regarding activities- pretty much every hotel has chargeable activities for anything with a motor. So things liket jet skis, parasailing, etc will cost usually for 20 minute time chunks. Things like scuba diving will always cost extra and same with excursions for snorkeling. *Most* hotels have free snorkeling gear (fins and goggles), which is great and sometimes offer complimentary house reef snorkel trips that leave from the beach. You typically have to pick it up at the water sports center and then you can keep them for the duration of your stay. If you stay at a hotel on an all inclusive package or it's a super high end hotel, you can typically use their non-motorized activities like paddle boards and kayaks for free. Some hotels will charge for these activities for non-all-inclusive guests. I would highly recommend contacting the hotel for a price list on activities so you can see what it costs before committing. We will definitely include pricing lists when possible, with the caveat that they can change! But great feedback! Let us know any other questions you have :) - xx Maren

[@gilbertnicholas1582]

I like this set up of being able to go over to another property instead of just being stuck on a small island

[@VoyagerGuru]

Hi Gilbert! We did too - it was so fun to go explore another hotel AND a marina. It makes you feel like there’s sooooo much more to do

[@4gxryhcstjiijv]

Does the all inclusive mean that all your drinks and food are free?

[@VoyagerGuru]

Hi there! Thanks for your comment! Correct, all inclusive means that drinks and food are included. SAii does have some restrictions, though, such as 1 appetizer, 1 entree and 1 dessert for dinner. Some all inclusive resorts, like Ozen Life Maadhoo offer anything you want for free so the type of all inclusive really depends on the hotel. Happy to answer any additional questions!

[@tifferinn]

Did they charge for covid test and how much? I saw a few people mention it was roughly $100 per test. I wanted to get an idea before booking! thank you :) love this video

[@VoyagerGuru]

Hi there! thanks for your comment :). I believe the covid tests are around $120 per person and they do them the day before you depart :). If you are going back to the US, I would recommend bringing the Emed travel tests instead as you will save some money and also its super easy. I hope this helps!

[@Razannnxo]

Thank you for this amazing video!! I have couple of questions: to go to hard rock, can you get there by walking & is it for free? Are the water activities in the hotel for free or do you have to pay? finally, when you used the speedboat to reach the hotel, how much was that? sorry for asking too much but the website doesnt provide all these details😭

[@VoyagerGuru]

Hi Razan! Thank you so much!! You can access any of the islands while you stay at crossroads, so you can explore hard rock saii lagoon and the marina at your leisure :). they have shuttles or you can walk. Bikes are impossible to find but you can also grab a bicycle. The activities are a mix - if you have all inclusive you do have access to some more things for free like paddle boarding and snorkeling :). They also sell jet skis and other fun stuff. The speedboat is around $140 per person and takes about 20 minutes from male! When you arrive in male, make sure you have told the hotel in advance so they can be waiting for you at the arrivals terminal - you’ll see them holding a sign! Don’t say sorry, we’re here to help!! Reach out any time :)

[@samdan1257]

Hi! How is the snorkeling or the coral reef there? Can you snorkel from the beach or do you have to take an excursion?

[@VoyagerGuru]

Hey Sam! There are some areas of snorkeling on property, but much of the hotel is on a sand bottom lagoon that’s just pristinely blue so not much coral around. By the main beach at SAii there is a big shelf and in the afternoons you can often snorkel with the dolphins so that’s pretty amazing and it’s just for the beach. We did a snorkeling excursion that was pretty close that had a lot more coral and sealife.

[@nodiraalimova5422]

Hi guys how are you? I want to ask you what resort can you recommend for us? Which one is the best? Thank you 😊

[@VoyagerGuru]

Hi Nodira! DM us on Instagram and we can help :) the answer really depends on your budget and what you’re looking for in terms of vacation priorities. With over 200 resorts here there’s the perfect hotel for everyone :)

[@nodiraalimova5422]

@@VoyagerGuru begim77@. Thank you for replying

[@nodiraalimova5422]

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[@vaughngelo7477]

I dont usually pay by card. I am very traditional type of person i prefer to pay by cash. Is Maldives just accepting us dollar only? Im planning to go on a vacation by first quarter of next year and most definitely im gonna bring cash with me..

[@VoyagerGuru]

Hi Vaughn! I believe they require a debit or credit card to hold any reservation, however, you can pay by cash on checkout. They accept USD but the Maldivian currency is also accepted :) I would call the hotel for specifics!

[@vaughngelo7477]

@@VoyagerGuru oh thank you so much for your response much appreciated. With regards to the reservation most definitely I'm going to use my card but with some other things like purchasing some souvenirs or eating outside definitely im going to pay cash.

[@VoyagerGuru]

Anytime!! Yes for sure US dollars or Maldivian currency is good for that. There are some ATMs at the airport - some banks have better rates for pulling out cash in country versus exchanging currency before your trip

[@VoyagerGuru]

Anytime!! Yes for sure US dollars or Maldivian currency is good for that. There are some ATMs at the airport - some banks have better rates for pulling out cash in country versus exchanging currency before your trip

[@shopalian]

Wow, nice great review! we have just added your video to our website in saii lagon Maldives resort. Kindly check it out

[@VoyagerGuru]

Thank you for your comment! Glad you like the review :)

[@samuelpro5702]

messirve please 😀

[@VoyagerGuru]

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[@RyanLink]

My wife will be pregnant when we go in a couple of weeks, are the buggies free?

[@VoyagerGuru]

hey Ryan! aww congrats!! yes, you can call for a buggy anytime! just be sure to call 10-15 minutes before you want to leave. When you're at restaurants, just ask the waiter to call them for you :). have a wonderful trip! xx, Maren

[@patatasconhuevo2809]

Hello! Can one guest from hardrock hotel go into the island of saii lagoon hotel for free just to spend the day there? Thanks in advance!!

[@VoyagerGuru]

Hey there! Great question! You absolutely can! You can move freely between the resorts via a long bridge. You can go to any of the restaurants across both properties, including breakfast! There’s no restrictions to hotel guests between the two hotels. Hope this helps!! Ps - our favorite place ever was the pool at saii. Absolutely gorgeous and amazing food

[@patatasconhuevo2809]

@@VoyagerGuru Hi again! Thanks for your recomendación -and lovely video x

[@VoyagerGuru]

Thank you so much!! Glad to help :) have the best trip!!

[@anselmomendes1341]

Hi how much is lunch and dinner per person?