Boutique Beach All Inclusive Diving Hotel

We spent seven days diving and loved the briefings and the videos after each dive day. The boat dives were well organized, and the competent team made us feel safe. A special thanks to our instructor Jessy. Refreshments were always available on the boat. The dive sites and marine life were amazing, including unforgettable encounters with a whale shark and manta rays. The food was delicious and full of flavor. Thanks to the chef and team. We even ate on the beach one day and sometimes on the boat during longer trips. We were lucky to be upgraded to one of the new mezzanine rooms, which were beautifully furnished and had a double outdoor shower. We came looking for great diving and a friendly feel on a local island, but Boutique Beach Hotel gave us even more. From the pickup at the harbor to arriving at the hotel, we felt at home. The whole team and boat crew made our holiday unforgettable. A big thank you to all of you! 🧡

The food was healthy, with plenty of fruit, which is hard to find on the island. Chef Shanthi and the team catered to one of our specific dietary needs at every meal. Our thanks to them, and to Saeed for making sure we were well fed. Manager Afzal made our arrival and departure go smoothly. The diving team clearly cares about marine life, and their expertise was better than at other dive centers we've visited on the island. Captain Ibrahim always finds sharks, rays, whale sharks, turtles, you name it. One of us snorkelled, and Sohag made sure her trip was just as good as my diving one. Thanks to Jax, too. From the service to the diving and snorkelling trips, BB hotel was a 10/10. The team went above and beyond to make us feel at home.

We chose Boutique Beach for our honeymoon and found it a real retreat. The diving groups are small, around 10-12 people underwater rather than 50, and that makes a big difference. The crew checks currents before each dive and explains what conditions to expect. Jax guided us calmly and safely, picked the right weights, and pointed out small things we'd surely have missed. The diving was respectful of marine life. Jess and Dave also supported me when I was struggling with my small fins in a strong current. The crew worked hard and had everything organized, coordinated with us the day before, and ready on time. Each morning, our suits were clean and dry, and our equipment prepared while we were just waking up. Jacob gave an interesting presentation about whale sharks. I wish him luck with his projects. Many thanks to the boat crew for fresh coconut, cookies, drinks, keeping the boat clean every day, running it so smoothly, and patiently helping us spot whale sharks and mantas. Their YouTube and Instagram have amazing dive videos, which make me miss the place even more. I hope to see you again. From my first email exchange with Afzal, it was clear the place was professionally run. The approach was flexible, and the offer suited our needs. Rooms were spacious, attractive, and cleaned every day, just as described. I liked that the hotel is eco-friendly and supports a local family business, with a focus on awareness, lower-impact tourism, and ethical diving. There were unlimited drinks of different kinds, including sugar-free options. You could make coffee anytime, though it never tasted as good as when Saeeb made it. We got fresh mixed juice with every meal. The food was outstanding, well seasoned, with juicy, tender meat, and everything made from scratch each day. They took our allergies, lifestyle, and requests for beach dining into account. When we arrived, even late, they were waiting with coconut water, food, drinks, and a smile, like a mum waiting for you to get home. Before departure, they made sure we weren't hungry, gave us homemade cookies, and helped us get on the right boat. We're glad we chose this place for our honeymoon and had an authentic holiday.

The diving made this trip for me. The hotel has its own boat, and the dive masters really go out of their way to make sure you have a great time. Back at the hotel, the rooms are clean and roomy, the internet is quick and dependable, and the food was amazing. I couldn't recommend the place more.