Private Island Boutique Resort Bikendrik Island Hideaway, Marshall Islands

This is definitely the best place to stay, in the Marshall Islands!!! Cheap it is not, but the lady who runs the place, is not a cheap lady...😁 Food is topnotch. Sussane, the owner of the place, is a lovely person, with very interesting life story. It was a pleasure to spend some time with her. I felt it is a bit overpriced, but I suppose it is very expensive to build in this part of the world, as everything, literally everything is imported from far away. If you can afford it, I very much recommend this place.

An experience that is hard to put into words. After staying on Bikendrik, re-entering into the world is not an easy task. The private island, carefully looked after by it‘s owner Susi, is one of the most beautiful places in the world I‘ve been to. The water crystal clear like in few other places, the underwater life immensely colorful and lively(luckily Susi has snorkeling gear), the garden full of different flowers 🌺 and plants 🌴. The nature and island alone would be a dream hard to imagine. However, besides this, another aspect makes this experience unique: the host. You can read through the other review to hear about Susi‘s haute cuisine cooking and her exciting stories. She is always up for a conversation, but also leaves you alone if you feel like it. Everything feels very natural and easy with her. You also don’t need to worry about not having enough to read - there is an entire library full of English/German/French books. Oh, and not to forget the eye Susi has for interior design and architecture (as you can see on the photos!). Another noteworthy highlight are the extremely comfortable beds! I couldn’t recommend Bikendrik island and it’s hostess more warmly.

I echo the warm sentiments of all the delighted and satisfied travelers and vacationers alike who have been so blessed to pass time on this special island and be treated with such high class hospitality! We are blown away - I find it to be a miracle that they are able to pull off the amazing things they do with the rooms, specialty cuisine, and unparalleled serene ocean views. I mean, homemade ice cream and croissants?! We spent a few days out diving with an amazing divemaster with dive experiences that rival the Maldives and Palau. We spent a few days just relaxing on the island reading while the wind passed by. We spent a few days snorkeling out in front of our room where the most beautiful coral and unique fish are flourishing. We loved spending time watching the hermit crabs go about their business and the geckos keeping every square inch of every place here immaculate! This was such a special part of our trip and world tour. We thanks Suzy and her team for all the care and precision they took to make our trip a comfortable and relaxing one.

An absolutely indescribable experience. The food was incredible (the duck at dinner was the best duck I've ever eaten in my life). The setting and decor makes it feel like you're in a dream. Or maybe heaven. I can't recommend this place enough

We stayed 2 nights at the Bikendrik Resort, and wished we could've stayed longer! Our host Susanne completely went above and beyond to ensure that we had an outstanding stay. The property was well manicured, with all amenities necessary for a great stay. The bungalows we stayed in were just awesome, as the beds and pillows were very comfortable. The shower pressure was very nice, and they cleaned the rooms each day. We both had a mini fridge restocked each day with water, sodas, and wine. The bungalows were both very spacious and cozy. All meals and drinks were included in the rate, and everything was cooked farm to table. Susanne made us some incredible dishes, and my favorites had to be the pea soup, as well as the chicken skewers with a creamy peanut sauce with nice sticky rice. But the highlight was the filet mignon with fois gras which was INCREDIBLE! The wines were all good and paired with each dishes. We also enjoyed the digestif drinks aftwewards. This little Island is reachable by a 25 min drive from the airport, followed by a 20 min boat ride. Once you get here, its your own little oasis! Wifi was excellent, and the staff, Gemma and Tea Rose truly dedicated. The owner Susanne is a one of the most passionate and intriguing person I've ever met throughout my world travels that have taken me to a 160 different countries. If you're looking for your own little peaceful paradise, then look no further then the Bikendrik Island Resort. Yes, it is not the cheapest option on the island, but is it without a doubt the best place to stay! Two thumbs way up to Susanne and her team for making us feel part of the family!

I initially went for the remote experience and to explore the Marshall Islands, but returned for Susanne's outstanding cooking, hospitality, and incredible stories. She is one of the most interesting people I have ever met.

Seen online A dream place What a sight and the reviews

At the end of our three-week Pacific cruise, we were fortunate enough to stay at the Bikendrik Resort, which was definitely the highlight of our trip. The owner, Susanne Kayser, is a very sophisticated and extremely attentive hostess whose fascinating life story provided plenty of material for interesting and fun evenings. During the booking process, we learned that Ms. Kayser is also Austrian, which added a lovely touch to our subsequent conversations in our native language, far from home. The rooms were, as seen on the website, absolutely beautiful. The refrigerator was restocked daily with soft drinks and bottled water. The complimentary bottle of red wine was also a much-appreciated welcome gift. No expense was spared on high-quality alcoholic beverages during our meals (we booked breakfast and dinner). Champagne was served at breakfast, followed by an aperitif before dinner, and then white and red wine pairings with the multi-course meal, culminating in a delicious digestif. Our dietary requirements, which we had informed them of before our arrival (we are both vegetarians), were readily accommodated. The meals that followed were legendary. It's no wonder that Bikendrik is also frequently used to entertain high-ranking foreign dignitaries. When we weren't relaxing and digesting the delicious food, we admired the incredible variety of fish in the coral reefs located directly in front of the resort. Thank you, Susanne, we hope to be back!

If you’re going to the Marshall Islands, honestly, there is no other place to stay than Private Island Bikendrik. I really don’t even know where to start with this review other than to say that staying at Bikendrik with Susi, who owns and runs the resort, is just an experience in itself. Susi is the experience. Yes, the island is gorgeous. Yes, staying on a private island is an experience. And, yes, the photos are an accurate representation of the experience, but nothing will prepare you for Susi’s hospitality. If you’re looking to relax and unwind, this is the place to do it. There were 6 of us in our group and so we had the island to ourselves and occupied all 3 beach houses in early May 2024. The beach houses are gorgeous and very well done, well appointed and extremely comfortable. The rooms were refreshed daily and fully stocked with water, wine and coffee. But, the real experience was the evenings spent at the main house for dinner and after dinner drinks and conversation with Susi. Every dinner starts with a pre-dinner cocktail followed by a fantastic 4-course meal prepared by Susi, complete with white and red wine pairings and ends with digestive drinks and conversation on the porch. Do yourself a favor and invite Susi to join you and get to know her and her life. We spent hours every night talking with Susi, who is perhaps one of the most fascinating and genuine person you may ever encounter in your life. After spending 3 days and 3 nights on Bikendrik, when it was time to leave, it almost felt as though we were saying goodbye to a friend and a mother. Our group continued to travel through the Pacific for a few weeks after leaving Bikendrik and our memories of Susi continued to come up in conversation throughout our entire trip. Staying on Bikendrik created unforgettable memories for all us which will not soon be forgotten. Susi, I know I speak for myself, Kelly, Carrie, Micheala, Gavin and Jeff when I say, THANK YOU. We miss you and we all raise our horse’s neck cocktail to you. Prost! And thank you for such a memorable experience!

In our last day in FSM my husband and I were looking at the Marshall Islands and found Bikindrik Island. We quickly changed our tickets and stayed for three nights. Susi, is a classic hostess in the best possible way, her cordon bleu cooking is divine and her conversation captivating. Every night before dinner Susi serves pre-dinner drinks on the veranda. It makes the perfect long weekend from Hawaii, and a must excursion if you are already travelling in Micronesia. Perfect place to anchor if seeing the islands by boat, in that case I suggest booking rooms for day use and going for lunch or dinner. It’s a remarkable experience.

What a delightful stay. Wasn’t sure when we arrived, being our first time in Marshall Islands and not knowing what to expect but I left charmed and in love with Bikendrik Island. Susi is a class act and beautiful person who makes your experience like no other. She has great taste, lived all over the world and has the best stories to tell. I look forward to her cooking and time spent with her. The beach and water are stunning. The snorkeling incredible. So many fish I have never seen and the water is crystal clear and warm. Great place to escape the outside world. Super safe and I slept with all my doors open for the cool ocean breeze. You are on an island so expect geckos, lizards, crabs, dogs and other wild but nothing dangerous or poisonous to worry about. If you are coming to Marshall Islands this is the only place to go that you will get a truly unique and memorable experience.