| The all-inclusive island resort of Club Faru caters for | | | | This resort is one of the more densely utilized with |
| both those seeking some peace and tranquility and | | | | over 150 rooms organized in two-story blocks over |
| those that are seeking some activity during their | | | | the island. This is reflected in the price however, as this |
| vacation. The transfer takes just 10 minutes from Male | | | | resort is one of the more affordable ones in the |
| airport by sea boat, making this resort is perfect for | | | | Maldives. The rooms are pleasant with rounded walls |
| those visitors who like to avoid a lengthy transfer. | | | | and circular windows, a refreshing change from the |
| Guests at this resort get a free tour of Male as part | | | | rectangular shape we are generally used to. We really |
| of their stay. Daily excursions to other islands, diving | | | | liked the rooms we stayed in, being cosy and clean. |
| trips etc are all organised from the main arrival | | | | The bathrooms are functional but a bit on the smaller |
| platform at this resort making it the center of activity | | | | side compared to some of the similarly priced rooms |
| during the day. Despite its name, Club Faru is generally | | | | we have experienced on other islands, this is a small |
| a peaceful place and those seeking relaxation and | | | | point however. |
| solitude will not be disappointed. The resort has an | | | | The best rooms in our opinion are those in the first 5 |
| animator on hand to organise daytime activities and for | | | | blocks on the west side of the resort, which face a |
| those who desire some night life, there are cabaret | | | | good area of beach, have adequate shade and face |
| sessions, two live bands a week, karaoke, discos . | | | | west towards the sunset. The other blocks on the |
| Activities | | | | west side have a narrower beach area. The other half |
| For those who do like to get involved in some activities | | | | of the rooms are situated on the eastern side which |
| during their trip, the large beach at the southern part of | | | | again has a narrow beach. Some of these rooms, |
| the island provides many daytime activities including | | | | towards the south-east end, also face the view of |
| badminton, volleyball, and water sports such as | | | | Hulhumale, the man-made extension of Male. |
| kayaking, sail and powered sports which are either | | | | The close proximity to Male has both disadvantages |
| free or quite reasonably priced. | | | | and advantages, the short transfer being one obvious |
| Diving here is quite well established but may not offer | | | | advantage for those who dislike long journeys. If you |
| as much to see as some of the other resorts. The | | | | are looking for an all-inclusive resort that offers some |
| lagoon is not quite as ideal for snorkeling here as some | | | | activities as well as the option to get some peace and |
| of the other resorts we have visited, as the reef is | | | | tranquility then this resort may suit you, especially if you |
| inaccessible and there is not a huge amount of coral. | | | | are lucky enough to be allocated one of the better |
| The Accommodation | | | | located rooms on the west side of the island. |