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Sheraton Maldives Full Moon Resort & Spa

Furanafushi Island North Malé Atol, 08240, Maldives

Five-StarNear CoastMid-Size
4.5
1,745 reviews on Google
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Highlights

2 pools
7 restaurants & bars
Full-service spa
15 min from MLE

Activities & Experiences

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Guest Reviews

Tala · 3 weeks ago

Wonderful Island Paradise with Exceptional Hospitality The island is lush and beautifully maintained, with crystal-clear water, white sandy beaches, and a relaxed atmosphere that makes it easy to unwind. The villas and rooms are comfortable and well-appointed, while the restaurants offer a great va...

Gaurav Sharma · 4 months ago

Went for a vacation with 3 years old toddler. The location was perfect, near to the main island, not much of a hassle. Options for Indian vegetarian was good, shout out to Masala Hut & Feast restaurant team. Beaches were great and island cottage with plunge pool next to beach was just amazing. They...

Mi Khatta Min Nyan · a month ago

We had a day pass trip there and it was included with pool and beach access, drinks and the 3 course menu. The place is amazing with lots of water activities. We really had a nice time. All the staff are very friendly and helpful. Especially Ms. Lynn from admin, she personally greeted us and paid fa...

sena · 4 months ago

Apart from the insect problem we experienced in the Overwater villa, it was a perfect holiday. The staff's attentiveness, the atmosphere, the nature, the ocean, the food, everything was wonderful. We recommend that guests from Türkiye choose to have dinner at Anchorage. They have restaurants very si...

Keval Gemani · a month ago

We had a wonderful stay at Sheraton Maldives Full Moon Resort & Spa. The property is beautiful, well-maintained, and perfect for a relaxed getaway — especially with family. A very special mention to the culinary team. My wife has very specific dietary requirements, and Chef Chamara and Chef Nalin w...

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Details
Furanafushi Island North Malé Atol, 08240, Maldives
Getting There
Nearest airport: MLE
Velana International Airport
15 min transfer
The Vibe
The Grand Escape file
Grand Escape Score
8.5/10
Sheraton
North Malé Atoll
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Scores

Beach8.4
Medium
Food8.2
Medium
Service8.6
Medium
Rooms8.3
Medium
Value8.0
Medium

Pros

  • Very convenient 15-minute speedboat transfer from MLE.
  • Private-island setting with beach, spa, water sports, and multiple dining venues.
  • Marriott Bonvoy participation adds value for points travelers.
  • Recurring guest praise for service, grounds, and overall ease.

Cons

  • Less remote-feeling than resorts reached by seaplane or domestic flight.
  • Some guests mention airport proximity or aircraft activity as a drawback.
  • Dining value depends heavily on package choice.
  • Not the strongest choice for travelers seeking a highly secluded honeymoon-only atmosphere.

Things to know

  • This is one of the easiest Maldives private-island resorts to reach, with a short speedboat transfer from Velana International Airport.
  • The convenience comes with a tradeoff: some guests consider it less remote or less exclusive than far-flung seaplane resorts.
  • The resort has a broad room mix, from standard rooms and cottages to overwater villas, so the experience can vary significantly by category.
  • It is a strong fit for shorter Maldives stays, families, Marriott loyalists, and travelers who want to avoid long transfer logistics.

Hidden tips

  • Use this resort strategically for a first or last Maldives night if your flight schedule makes a distant atoll transfer inconvenient.
  • Review meal-plan inclusions carefully because dining costs can materially affect total value.

What guests say

Most loved
  • Convenient speedboat transfer
  • Friendly service
  • Well-maintained island grounds
  • Beach and lagoon setting
  • Useful for Marriott Bonvoy stays
Most common complaints
  • Airport proximity
  • Less secluded Maldives feel
  • Dining cost and meal-plan value
  • Entertainment limitations
Things people wish they knew
  • The resort is close enough to Malé that it feels more convenient but less remote than many Maldives resorts.
  • It may be especially practical for short stays or transit-sensitive itineraries.
  • Overwater and premium categories can feel materially different from entry-level room types.
From Reddit

Reddit feedback is mixed but useful: some guests praise service, food, grounds, and convenience, while others frame the property as better for a short or stopover-style Maldives stay because of airport proximity and a less secluded feel.

Rooms

Rooms To Avoid:Travelers sensitive to airport proximity or aircraft noise should review recent room-specific feedback before selecting a stay here.Low

This is based on recurring community discussion about the resort's close-to-Malé location.

Best Value Room:Beachfront cottages and deluxe rooms appear to offer the strongest balance of beach access and value compared with overwater villa categories.Low

Based on recurring guest discussion and official room-category mix; exact rate differences should be verified at booking.

The facts

176
Room Count
2
Number Of Pools
7
Number Of Restaurants
SpaTennisKids ClubBeachfrontFamily FriendlySwimmable Beach

How we scored it

Food
Guest Sentiment: 8.2Value Constraint: 7.5Restaurant Variety: 8.4
Provisional Guest Sentiment And Official Dining Variety Review · sources: Marriott, TripAdvisor, Expedia, Reddit · verified 2026-06-28
Beach
Crowding: 7.8Seclusion: 7.6Snorkeling: 8Beach Access: 8.8Water Clarity: 8.6
Provisional Beach Score Based On Private Beach Lagoon Snorkeling And Guest Sentiment · sources: Marriott, TripAdvisor, Expedia, Hotels.com, Reddit · verified 2026-06-28
Rooms
Room Variety: 8.5Villa Appeal: 8.4Premium Category Gap: 7.8Maintenance Sentiment: 8
Provisional Room Quality Assessment From Official Room Mix And Guest Sentiment · sources: Marriott, TripAdvisor, Expedia, KAYAK, Reddit · verified 2026-06-28
Value
Brand Points Value: 8.5Seclusion Constraint: 7.4Transfer Convenience: 9.2Dining Cost Constraint: 7.2
Provisional Value Score Considering Speedboat Access Marriott Bonvoy And Dining Cost Caveats · sources: Marriott, Expedia, Hotels.com, KAYAK, Reddit · verified 2026-06-28
Overall
Source Depth: 8Guest Sentiment: 8.6Kayak Review Count: 1505Expedia Review Count: 621Hotels Com Review Count: 621
Provisional Weighted Review Platform And Guest Sentiment Analysis · sources: Marriott, TripAdvisor, Expedia, Hotels.com, KAYAK, Reddit · verified 2026-06-28
Service
Arrival Transfer: 8.8Staff Helpfulness: 8.8Service Consistency: 8.2
Provisional Guest Sentiment Analysis From Review And Reddit Sources · sources: Marriott, TripAdvisor, Expedia, Hotels.com, Reddit · verified 2026-06-28

Sources

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