"Hoi An - Vietnam. We won first prize on the scratch card but expected what came nextable. "

We were in Hoi An and had a few hours to kill as we were waiting for a few bits of clothing to be made. A couple of girls came to us and asked if we would help with their survey on travel. During this they gave us some scratch cards. My wife won a cap but the two jumped up and down excitedly when I won the first prize of an iPhone or cash or a holiday. I knew it was going to be the holiday. All I had to do was to go to a presentation for a holiday club.
We realised straight away we were going to have a hard sell and I think this technique was outlawed in UK about 30 years ago. Anyways there was a free drink so we went along with it. We were driven to a nearby hotel and a pleasant chap told us about himself and made us feel comfortable. He gave the same background story as most other reviews tell. The sales guy no. 2 gave us some info and the grind down began. It took a couple of hours and it was quite tedious. The sales guy gave us the price and when they both realised we weren’t going to buy anything we were given a voucher for a local restaurant and an email to get free accomodation another time. We used the voucher in the local Morning Glory restaurant and the food was excellent.
All in all we got what we expected. The product being sold actually looked good if you have the money to join and the time to use it. I don’t know if the free sccomodation will work out - probably not reading other reviews.
My advice is to go with an open mind and have time to kill but don’t get snickered into buying something you don’t want. The meal was great thanks.

"It was a wonderful experience all…"

It was a wonderful experience all together.
The cruise was so good and the water activities are really funful. I should thank Vivek and Santosh for their continues efforts in engaging guests.
Restaurant dishes are lip-smacking some times.

"#KarmaExperience #KarmaFushi"

#KarmaExperience #KarmaFushi

Karma Fushi 4 nights 10-14th February 2025
In October 2024 we thought our booking in February with Karma for our boat trip on Karm
Fushi was a long way off.

Before we knew it it we were flying into Valena Airport at 7:30 in the morning. A tad early for our 14:30 pickup for the boat!! Karma kindly arranged for us to
be taken to the nearby Hulhule Hotel where we were invited to partake in a bountiful breakfast and able to relax. We thanked Karma and requested an earlier transfer to the boat if at all possible. It was worth asking as they were able to accommodate a 12:30 transfer.

Thank you to the previous guests and staff onboard for facilitating this.

So we returned to the airport and our transfer and commencement of our official journey to Karma Fushi and the Karma Experience.

We were met by a very friendly Karma representative who brought the first batch of guests to the pier and alight on the charming tender. A colourful local Dhoni.

We were warmly greeted by the onboard team and our luggage disappeared.

Welcome drink, registration, a safety briefing and orientation followed in the dining room and we
were introduced to many of the team who would be looking after us and met some of our fellow travellers. We were then invited to go to our cabins where we were reunited with our luggage. We had booked the premium cabin and it was wonderful. So comfortable and clean. Just like the pictures only better as we were actually in the room and not just dreaming about it!!

Every day a whiteboard was in reception with fresh activities for the day and timings of sailing. The choices when anchored were for island visits, snorkelling, kayaking, swimming, diving, jacuzzi and floating pool. Paddle boarding would have been on the list however it was out of commission on our trip. Not because it couldn’t take my weight I hasten to add 😂.

Diving needs to be booked before boarding the boat as they have to personalise the equipment for the guest and the guest needs to complete a fitness assessment statement. We hadn’t realised this so instead opted for the snorkelling and swimming which was super in the warm turquoise waters of the Laccadive Sea.

The food and beverages were varied and
tasty to top us up after our adventures.

One of the late afternoon trips in the Dhoni was to a populated island. We had an hour for a leisurely stroll before returning to Karma Fushi as the sun set. Another trip was to a sandbank where we were able to observe life under the sea by snorkelling. The kayaking was most enjoyable as well

Words are inadequate. A truly magical #KarmaExperience as always with a tremendous
Karma Team in support.

A very special #KarmaExperience

"**HAD NOT EXPECTED THIS**"

The BAD bits...
Many issues I have faced the same were informed...
1. Door not locking properly,
2.No markings on induction unit so as to set temp and time to cook food. Food got burnt.
3. Cabinet drawers did not open easily my wife got her fingers injured, technician said last setting done need to replace.
4. Had to reach out to TV to operate with remote as the DTH unit was placed such that distant remote operation was not possible.
5. Cashew had foul smell.
6. The main jacuzzi night light was not working the wire was cut. Infact many jacuzzi units were not operational.

The GOOD bits...
The house keeping, reception was top notch no complaints absolutely.
The breakfast was good also the team at Attwoods Bar were amazing...
The team did asked me to change the room but as I had one night to spare family was reluctant to change as we had to do all the packing and shift and check out was at 9AM.
Swimming Pool cleanliness was top notch.
The in house stores has all the basic needs that you can ask for.

But I wish to come back and get the experience that I had earlier...

"Karma Haveli Jaipur"

The Karma Haveli at Jaipur is family mansion with a fountain in the courtyard as you enter, with seating and activities such as local singers and dancers are held here. We enjoyed a couple of evenings here, sometimes a repeat performance and this is advertised well. Roof top terraces provide a peaceful area with budgies, a small lawn and a swing. The outside is the best part of the Haveli. Location wise it is in a busy and noisy area, as soon as you are in the courtyard.

The restaurant is good and we enjoyed 11 meals there. We had breakfast and evening meals. Apparently there was  a half board offer, to be booked in advance, which we we were not aware of, and only discovered on the last day, but perhaps it is for locals only..... The restaurant is at the front, so there is noise from passing traffic, with liberal use of hooting. Moin, Naresh, Lokesh, Ganesh, Bablu, Ramkesh were all helpful. When I was ill, Moin offered to get medicine, although it was not required. Malchand at reception was especially fantastic and very helpful, thank you, kind sir. All the staff we met were polite and great, including the uniformed door men. This is why I have given 4 star.

We had a good welcome with a cold lassi drink. The room was quiet but tired as it was at the back, which suited us. The bathroom had an old fashioned extractor that worked fine but the room could do with a refresh. We had a low futon type sofa bed, which we did not use. There are no windows that can be opened and one faced a wall. It was clean, thank you Mr Tarun and Mr Ganesh and the rest of the cleaning team.  Personally we prefer the teabags to be individually wrapped but if not the open tea bags could be put in a tin by kitchen staff, not handled and replenished by cleaning staff.  

Taxi business opposite which we used via the hotel, unfortunately dropped us off at the domestic airport, instead of international one, however Roal the taxi driver, who works at his uncle's firm had already dropped us and left, so we had to pay again to be transferred by another taxi. We didn't realise there were two airports. We expected the taxi business that works with the hotel to know, as they all knew we were flying back to London.  This was very disappointing but we were caught out. This comment is to help other guests to beware, so the same thing doesn't to others.

Note this hotel is not in a tourist area, FYI.

"Great ambience and a place to relax "

hi we have just been to Hoi An and the staff and food was terrific. Karma Song Hoi is great for it's ambience and there is plenty to do in the area or you can just read 2 books each like we did by the pool. Amenities in the room and a shuttle bus to the Old Town are daily and sufficient. thanks to Paul,Ha, and all the staff there for looking after us for our second trip to Vietnam.

"Karma Sitabani ,Carbett "

Karma Carbett has all the making of relaxed holiday with excellent in-house facilities, attentive helpful staff and dinning always ready to meet our dietary needs. But if you wish to see wildlife in Sitabani. Presence is scarce ( no fault of Karma)

"Excellent"

It very nice experience
& also we become the member O bc f Karma
Resort is best & clean vilas are beautiful

"Karma - our second family! "

Our stay was truly relaxing & satisfying! Would like to specifically highlight how Chef.Kundan took good care of us along with his team especially Lloyd !
Ms.Munera Gubbyad from concierge team got out her way to accommodate our needs & exhibited effective efficiency.
Also, Denise from front desk was quite helpful & cooperative in catering to our needs .
And above all, Rupal Nalawade from sales was as usual amazing in her interactions & guidance!
Overall an awesome stay ! Thank you Karma team ! Stay Cool !

"Disingenuous Company - Avoid"

Karma Group presents itself as an "award-winning international travel and lifestyle brand," but our experience suggests otherwise.

After attending their sales presentation, where they attempted to sell us a membership costing over £20,000, we were told we had won a complimentary holiday experience as a reward for our time.

Understandably, my partner and I were hesitant to commit without first experiencing their resorts. We were advised to contact res@redeemkarma to arrange our stay. However, despite multiple attempts, Karma Group has repeatedly ignored our emails, making it clear that their promise was nothing more than a deceptive sales tactic.

This experience has left us feeling misled and frustrated. I strongly urge others to steer clear of this disingenuous company.