Awards

Crown & Champa Resorts is pleased to announce all of our resorts have been recognized in the TripAdvisor Travelers’ Choice® awards 2020. The accolades reflect the unbiased reviews of travelers from across the globe on TripAdvisor, the world’s largest online travel community.

Hurawalhi Island Resort, home of the iconic 5.8 Undersea Restaurant and Komandoo Island Resort & Spa, the Maldives’ leading adults–only resort were awarded with are Travelers’ Choice Best of the Best winners and  listed among Top 25 Hotels for Romance in Asia. The Travelers’ Choice Best of the Best is the highest honor. The award identifies and ranks the very best hotels, destinations, attractions, restaurants, in specific categories and geographic areas, as rated and reviewed by travelers. Travelers’ Choice Best of the Best award winners are among the top 1% of listings on Tripadvisor.

Kudadoo Maldives Private Island, Veligandu Island Resort & Spa, Meeru Island Resort & Spa, Vilamendhoo Island Resort & Spa, Kuredu Island Resort & Spa and Innahura Maldives Resort are 2020 Travelers’ Choice Winners.  This places these resorts in the top 10% of hotels in the world. Travelers’ Choice (formerly Certificate of Excellence) recognizes properties that earn consistently great user reviews. Travelers’ Choice winners are among the 10% of hotels on Tripadvisor.

The Travellers’ Choice Awards are based on millions of reviews and ratings, the company says, and this year’s winners are based on reviews from 2019, before the Covid-19 pandemic hit.

Crown & Champa Resorts, a leader in the Maldivian hospitality industry with over 40 years’ experience, currently with nine resorts and a city hotel in the collection— each targeting a unique traveller with the aim of offering experiences at great quality and value in different segments.

Crown & Champa Resorts (CCR) is proud to congratulate Meeru Island Resort & Spa, Veligandu Island Resort & Spa, Vilamendhoo Island Resort & Spa Hurawalhi Island Resort, Kuredu Island Resort & Spa, and Innahura Maldives Resort, as they yet again receive the prestigious Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point System (HACCP) certification. HACCP certification is highly regarded in the hotel and food industry. It is the international standard of Food Safety and is based on companies complying with the WHO “Codex Alimentarius” and is also equivalent to ISO22000.

“It is one of the most sought-after accreditations in the foodservice industry and affirms our commitment to providing excellent service at world-class standards.” Martin Vossen, CEO, CCR

To achieve accreditation and be awarded HACCP certification, the properties in the collections must adhere to strict food safety standards throughout the supply, storage and production process and complete an annual audit review by an accredited body.
CCR has partnered with an organization from the UK, Ian Greaves International.UK (IGI.UK), and over the recent year has formed a strong working relationship thereby enabling the properties to achieve HACCP accreditation but also to provide the learning framework for the professionals within the organization to obtain their personal certification from HACCP Level 1 and to Level 4 for our executive chefs. Together HACCP Administrators, operations teams, supported by Zakariyya Easa, Director of Training & Development, they adhere to the strict practices and protocols with a passion for quality experiences delivered safely.

“It had been seven years since the Food Safety/Hygiene Policy for CCR was introduced to the company in June 2013. A HACCP preliminary audit took place In January” Zakariyya Easa, Director of Training & Development, CCR

With new properties opening and our collection growing each year, it is our understanding, continuous training, and refresher programs for the operational team in line with local and international requirements result in us being proud of our newest property, Innahura Maldives Island, for been certified well before completing its first year in operations.

Globally our guests and the partners look for the peace of mind the accreditation of HACCP provides. HACCP is recognized in countries such as UK, member countries of the European Union (EU), USA, Canada, Australia, UAE and many others.

Today, CCR has reached a level where HACCP and its principles are embedded in the business with policies and procedures firmly placed and from arrival to departure, especially in the Kitchens, Restaurants and Accommodation. We continue to extend our commitment to excellence and actively participate with Travelife and Local authorities.

With the re-new certification, guests can enjoy their stay at the CCR resorts with the confidence, in properties providing the very best-in-class services who are at the top of the hospitality industry in the Maldives and the world.

Coming soon; assurance that Crown & Champa Resorts addresses the concerns born out of the recent pandemic with our ‘caring for your wellbeing’ commitment.

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Our collection has been rewarded on many occasions with a variety of global awards and recognition through our partners as well as from the destination itself and is featured under our Awards.

As Crown & Champa Resorts, we are delighted and honoured to have received numerous nominations in the 2019 Maldives Travel Awards. Organised by the Maldives Association of Travel Agents and Tour Operators (MATATO), the Maldives Travel Awards recognise commitment, excellence and expertise in the tourism industry. The Maldives Travel Awards’ winners are announced in an exclusive gala, which brings together travel professionals and executives for an evening of celebrations.

This year, we have received 63 nominations in various categories as a collection and each of our resorts. This is a testament to the excellence we strive for and the level of expertise we bring to the hospitality industry in the Maldives. Voting is open till 30^th November. To vote for Crown & Champa Resorts:

• Visit: https://www.travelawards.mv/vote/maldives-travel-awards-annual-gala-2019
• Vote for Crown & Champa Resorts in the categories we’ve been nominated
• Fill in your name and email address and press ‘submit’
• Confirm your email address

Here is a full list of all our nominations. Thank you for your continued support.

Leading Private Island

Kudadoo Maldives Private Island

Leading Luxury Resort

Hurawalhi Island Resort

Veligandu Island Resort & Spa

Kudadoo Maldives Private Island

Leading Romantic Resort

Hurawalhi Island Resort

Komandoo Island Resort & Spa

Meeru Island Resort & Spa

Veligandu Island Resort & Spa

Kudadoo Maldives Private Island

Leading Family Resort

Kuredu Island Resort & Spa

Meeru Island Resort & Spa

Vilamendhoo Island Resort & Spa

Leading Designer Resort

Hurawalhi Island Resort

Kudadoo Maldives Private Island

Leading Beach Resort

Kuredu Island Resort & Spa

Meeru Island Resort & Spa

Veligandu Island Resort & Spa

Leading Dive Resort

Vilamendhoo Island Resort & Spa

Veligandu Island Resort & Spa

Hurawalhi Island Resort

Komandoo Island Resort & Spa

Kuredu Island Resort & Spa

Meeru Island Resort & Spa

Leading Wellness and Spa

Kudadoo Maldives Private Island

Leading Wellness and Spa Brand 

Duniye Spa

Leading Local Hotel/Resort Brand

Crown & Champa Resorts

Leading Eco Resort

Hurawalhi Island Resort

Komandoo Island Resort & Spa

Kuredu Island Resort & Spa

Meeru Island Resort & Spa

Vilamendhoo Island Resort & Spa

Veligandu Island Resort & Spa

Kudadoo Maldives Private Island

Leading CSR Program

Kuredu Island Resort & Spa

Crown & Champa Resorts

Hurawalhi Island Resort

Komandoo Island Resort

Meeru Island Resort & Spa

Veligandu Island Resort & Spa

Vilamendhoo Island Resort & Spa

Leading Human Resource Management

Hurawalhi Island Resort

Komandoo Island Resort

Veligandu Island Resort

Kuredu Island Resort & Spa

Meeru Island Resort & Spa

Vilamendhoo Island Resort & Spa

Leading All-Inclusive Resort

Hurawalhi Island Resort & Spa

Komandoo Islannd Resort & Spa

Veligandu Island Resort & Spa

Kuredu Island Resort & Spa

Meeru Island Resort & Spa

Vilamendhoo Island Resort & Spa

Kudadoo Maldives Private Island

Leading Airport/City Hotel

Champa Central Hotel

Leading Food and Beverage Resort

Hurawalhi Island Resort

Kuredu Island Resort & Spa

Meeru Island Resort & Spa

Veligandu Island Resort & Spa

Kudadoo Maldives Private Island

Leading Food and Beverage Outlet bar/restaurant

Hurawalhi Island Resort

Kuredu Island Resort & Spa

Meeru Island Resort & Spa

Leading Business Hotel

Champa Central Hotel

 

Over the years, the different properties under Crown & Champa Resorts have been recognised for defining hospitality standards in the Maldives and throughout the region. Whether from our loyal guests, reputable hospitality groups or renowned publications, each award and accolade is a testament to the high standards we are known for. In line with our mission, we continue to exceed our guests and partner’s expectations by delivering an excellent combination of purposefully selected accommodation, exceptional experiences and extraordinary service.

In 2019, Crown & Champa Resorts, as a resort collection, and our various properties have been lauded for our commitment to excellence. Below are some of the marvellous accolades that line our walls.

2019 Awards

Travel Trade Maldives Awards 2019

Bestowed upon Crown & Champa Resorts for outstanding contribution to the tourism industry

2019 TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence

Given to Hurawalhi Island Resort, Komandoo Island Resort & Spa, Kuredu Island Resort & Spa, Meeru Island Resort & Spa, Veligandu Island Resort & Spa and Vilamendhoo Island Resort & Spa.

This award is bestowed on businesses that have consistently garnered great reviews on TripAdvisor.

TUI Top Quality Award

The exclusive award for TUI customer’s favourites and the highest feedback scoring hotels awarded to Kuredu Island Resort & Spa and Meeru Island Resort & Spa.

Travelife Gold Award

Conferred to Hurawalhi Island Resort, Komandoo Island Resort & Spa, Kuredu Island Resort & Spa, Meeru Island Resort & Spa, Veligandu Island Resort & Spa and Vilamendhoo Island Resort & Spa for fulfilling the requirements of the Travelife Sustainability System.

HolidayCheck 2019 Award

This award is given to the best 10 hotels in a region based on 950,000 traveller reviews. Recipients of the award this year were Meeru Island Resort & Spa, Veligandu Island Resort & Spa and Kuredu Island Resort & Spa.

TripAdvisor Traveller’s Choice Awards 2019

Veligandu Island Resort & Spa was ranked 1st place in the ‘Top 10 Hotels for Romance’ in the Maldives, 3rd place in the ‘Top 25 Hotels for Romance’ in Asia and 19th place in the ‘Top Hotels for Romance’ in the world.

Condé Nast Traveller Hot List 2019

Kudadoo Maldives Private Island by Hurawalhi was listed as one of the ‘Best New Hotels’ in the world in the Asia & Indian Ocean Region.

Robb Report Best of The Best Award 2019

In the annual awards, Kudadoo Maldives Private Island was listed as the ‘Best Island Resort’ in the world.

Hospitality Design Magazine, Annual HD Awards 2019

Hospitality Design Magazine named Kudadoo Maldives Private Island the ‘Best Sustainable Resort’.

Every award and accolade bolsters our commitment to surpassing our guests, partners and even our employees’ expectations. We will continue to abide by our guiding principles as we studiously scale the heights of excellence. Thank you for choosing Crown & Champa Resorts and playing an integral role in our success.

At Crown & Champa Resorts, we strive to provide excellent hospitality that ensures the highest standard of customer satisfaction. However, without the support of guests, partners and our incredible team, these efforts would be futile. We are proud to announce that we were awarded the 2019 Certificate of Excellence from TripAdvisor.

This award is bestowed on businesses that have consistently garnered great reviews on TripAdvisor, with only a small percentage of companies being able to accomplish that. For us, most of our properties received the 2019 Certificate of Excellence, with some of them entering into the Certificate of Excellence Hall of Fame. The latter is in recognition of properties that have been awarded the Certificate of Excellence every year for the last five years.

The properties that received the 2019 Certificate of Excellence are Hurawalhi Island Resort, Komandoo Island Resort & Spa, Kuredu Island Resort & Spa, Meeru Island Resort & Spa, Veligandu Island Resort & Spa and Vilamendhoo Island Resort & Spa.

We wish to thank all the guests who share feedback on review platforms, helping spread the news of the greatness of Crown & Champa Resorts. While we appreciate the awards, our greatest reward lies in satisfying guests’ needs.

Visit the resorts page to learn more about our award-winning properties.