This place was much more than just a guest house — it felt like a home in paradise A magical blend of Italian passion and authentic Maldivian soul. Giulia is the perfect Italian host, bringing her passion for great food, hospitality, and genuine care into every little detail. You immediately feel welcomed like family Chikaa is truly the heart of the Maldives — an incredible boat rider who knows every wave, every sea channel, and every hidden corner of the ocean. And on top of that, a real surf champion. If you want to experience the true spirit of surfing in the Maldives, this is absolutely the spot. Thanks guys

“Outdoor space is lovely”

Great location, with private sun loungers on the bikini beach. Nice outdoor area with hammocks and seating. Water filter machine available to use. Breakfast was simple but sufficient.

“Wonderful place to relax and enjoy surfing”

The property is in a fantastic location - on the beach and tucked away for peace and quiet. The owners are very welcoming and friendly :)

“The best hotel in Thulusdhoo”

best hotel in Thulusdhoo, feel like at home with family.

“Wonderful place to stay and would highly recommend especially if it’s your first time to Maldives.”

The property location and food was amazing. The managers were very welcoming, accomodating and super helpful. Chikaa, Julia and their staff made us feel at home and we will definitely coming back.

“relaxing, safe, frendly”

garden, view, beach

“The place is very cute. The location is perfect. The staff is amazing. The food was delicious.”

the staff was AMAZING

We loved our stay in Kahanbu Ocean View. It is a small guest house with only 4 rooms (two "ocean view" with garden/beach access and two inner rooms with windows to the corridor with reception). We had the ocean view room and most of our stay we were the only guests at the house enjoying the privacy and the great service. The room has direct access to the garden with sand, palms trees, hammocks. The garden ends at a very nice bikini beach with private sun beds for Kahanbu guests only. In from of the room is an outdoor shower and an outdoor toilette, which you can use when you are wet and dirty from sand from the beach - great! You have breakfast (including italian coffee) in the garden/beach in perfect shadow with the possibility to see dolphins from the beach. You can also order lunch or dinner (even private barbecue) with the guest house which is very tasty and also served there. Very romantic! Rashdu (receptionist and the cook) was amazing, helping us with any needs we had. He was very helpful, kind and flexible! Thank you, you made our holiday! There are hotels and other guest house when you walk the beach from Kahanbu, where you can also eat or have smoothie/mocktail/fresh coconut. Kahanbu has really a great position! The guest house can also organise a trip for you, although we did not use it for being unlucky with the weather and for having 2-years old daugher with us :). The island itself is very good choice, I think, the locals are very friendly and you really feel welcomed there. It was great to be there and I would like to go back immediately :).

“We loved it.”

I can’t recommend Kahanbu enough. Beautiful small guest house. 100m from the crowded tourist scene but a whole world away with its own quiet, beautiful beach, relaxed vibe and calm, stunning gardens. Perfect for snorkelling, swimming and perfect view on the surf at Chickens. Giulia was the perfect host and made us feel like part of the family.

“AMAZING, the only place to stay in Thulusdhoo!”

Absolutely loved staying at Kahanbu in Thulusdhoo! We stayed for 5 nights as part of our honeymoon and we did not want to leave. Guilia, Chika and Raju are the kindest people you’ll ever meet, they took us in as their own. And Jasmine is the cutest. Chika took us to a sandbank which we had to ourselves and we also all went to Asdhoo for the day. A beautiful deserted island with great snorkelling and we had fish for lunch that Chika caught! Chika also knew the best times for surfing and the best breaks, he took my husband out everyday for a surf. The fact that there are only 4 rooms means it will never be busy, pretty much a private bikini beach in front of you and you will be truly spoilt by the staff. We loved hanging in the hammock, having breakfast whilst watching the ocean or chatting over dinner. Raju cooked amazing food and always had a smile on his face. We were so glad we booked here and not one of the generic hotels. You won’t regret staying here!

Beautiful location, lovely people

Everything was awesome, the staff are super friendly and brilliant we loved it. The hotel has an awesome beach could be the best in the island just nearby the Bikini beach where you will find all the activities in there. Also the food was great and big portion. Many thanks to the awesome Chika and Raju for everything.

“amazing”

very nice staff, feels like home. clean and comfortable. right in front of the beach.

“A mini paradise!”

Rajo who took care of us was just amazing! He's a great host and chef and was very helpful and friendly. The place is beautiful and location is also marvelous. Breakfast is served in the yard from where you see the beach and ocean, which is basically 30 seconds from the place. Go there early 7.30-8.30 and you'll see dolphins on their daily visit. Wifi was stable and reliable. Aircon good and water was available for free. They also have loads of fun equipment you can borrow for free (other places charge for it) such as snorkeling equipment, fishing equipment etc.

“Amazing cozy place right on the beach. Raju mass is feel at home and we just had the best time at Kahanbu!”

Right on the beach, tasty fresh breakfast and lovely staff. view to dolphins swimming every morning!

Everything. Best hosts ever.

“Perfect stay”

All. We want to thank you Chica for everything. We will come back for sure.

“Lovely place to stay and surf”

Location is just in front of beautiful beach. Seems like it’s a private beach as no one is there. Big garden with hummocks and dining tables. Cosy rooms with an ocean touch. And great stuff. I highly recommend 🙌 If you are a surfer you will be happy to stay here.