Skip Gili and opt for another resort.
It's surprising that no one mentions the constant motor noise from passing boats and jet skis from neighboring islands. You can't relax on the villa deck without hearing the buzzing sound. The island's location is terrible. This resort is just so stressful, which defeats the purpose of traveling to the Maldives.
The reservation team messed up our booking and didn't provide the villa we requested. They make you fill out a form with your preferences before arrival, but they don't even bother to look at it.
The only impressive thing about this place is the food.
I wouldn't bother with Gili. There are many better options out there.
Can I give them 10 stars??? Five just doesn't do it justice! My partner surprised me with a birthday trip to Gili, and I was absolutely blown away! The kindness and graciousness of everyone there made me feel incredibly blessed to experience such a luxurious vacation. Our Mr. Friday, Bobbo, was fantastic, the spa staff were world-class (special shoutout to Ugyen), and our server Thasleem is hands down the best server I've ever met (and I used to train servers—he's leagues ahead of me!). The wine sommeliers are top-notch, and head chef Hari is an absolute delight! The food? Simply the BEST you'll ever have, anywhere in the world, no contest. Normally, I'd be snapping photos of every dish, but here, I was so immersed in the moment that all I wanted to do was savor each bite while taking in the breathtaking view. My partner and I celebrated our love in countless ways, creating memories that will last a lifetime. We stayed for seven days and nights, each one unique and amazing. Their attention to detail is mind-blowing—everything was perfect. We will definitely be returning, and next time, we'll bring more family and friends.