Cheval Blanc Randheli
Noonu Atoll
In 2006 the world’s most famous purveyor of luxury goods, LVMH, branched into boutique hotels with the launch of Cheval Blanc, borrowing the name from one of their prestigious Bordeaux wineries. Their aim is to create a collection of exclusive ‘Maiso...
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Four Seasons Resort Maldives at Landaa Giraavaru
Baa Atoll
Immaculate villas, outstanding cuisine, top-of-the-range facilities, highly-trained staff: guests who visit Four Seasons resorts know what they like, and generally get it too.
There's no doubt that Landaa Giraavaru is in a super location in the Ba...
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Gili Lankanfushi
North Male Atoll
Elegantly flying the 'laid back luxury' and 'eco-friendly' flags, this is a resort of the very highest calibre, with superb food & service, and ethos inspired by the original Soneva Fushi. The spacious villas are all entirely over-water in the rusti...
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JOALI
Raa Atoll
A new top-of-the-range, luxury resort with a focus on eco-awareness and sustainability, combined with inspiration derived from the owner’s love of art and design. The island is dotted with exclusive, original art and sculpture by innovative artists ...
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One&Only Reethi Rah
North Male Atoll
Tapasake restaurant will be undergoing renovations in 2023. Guests staying between 9th May and 16th December can take dinner at Reethi Earth or Rabarbaro.A classy and very up-market resort, where even the stars manage to hide.
Set on on...
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Soneva Fushi
Baa Atoll
There's something very special about Soneva Fushi. The island lives by the mantra 'Intelligent Luxury', and this is more than a nebulous marketing strapline. Founders Sonu & Eva were years ahead of their time in bringing serious luxury with a strong ...
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Soneva Jani
Noonu Atoll
So, Soneva. Sonu and Eva Shivdasani are nothing if not inspirational visionaries. Their first resort island, Soneva Fushi, blazed the trail for environmentally conscious luxury in the Maldives, and remains a standard-bearer 20 years on. Other project...
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The Nautilus
Baa Atoll
The personal vision of Universal Resorts owner Dr Maniku and his interpretation of what island luxury should be, The Nautilus is boldly pitching itself at the very top end of global resorts, and will hope to tempt the most affluent holiday-makers awa...
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VELAA Private Island
Noonu Atoll
Amilla
Baa Atoll
Amilla is an impressive, modern luxury resort in the Baa Atoll that aims to compete at the 5 star deluxe level, which these days means it has a lot of competition in the Maldives. Translating as ‘My Island Home’, Amilla Fushi mixes large residences (...
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Anantara Kihavah Villas
Baa Atoll
Kihavah hits the perfect note between the height of modern luxury and the essence of an authentic Maldivian island. The interior of the island is lush and beautiful, while the facilities, service and dining are unsurpassed in the Maldives (the underw...
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Baglioni Resort Maldives
Dhaalu Atoll
Opened in August 2019 and located on the island of Maagau, in Dhaalu Atoll, this exclusive resort of 96 villas, seeks to offer guests a bespoke stay in the heart of the Indian Ocean with the unique Italian hospitality of Baglioni Hotels.
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Baros
North Male Atoll
One of the first islands to be developed for tourism in the Maldives, and originally recognised as a divers’ resort a short speedboat ride from Male, Baros has come a long way from its humble beginnings. Perennial favourite of tourism founding father...
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Bulgari Resort Ranfushi
Raa Atoll
Bulgari Resort Ranfushi is set to open in 2025. Please check back in the future for more information!...
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Constance Halaveli
Ari Atoll
Halaveli is a lovely 5 star resort but is still a long way from the most expensive, and so we consider it excellent value in its class. Villas are very well-appointed, and all feature private plunge pools, even the 'entry-level' water villas.
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Four Seasons Resort Maldives at Kuda Huraa
North Male Atoll
Located in the North Male Atoll, Four Seasons Kuda Huraa is only a 30 minute speedboat journey from Male Airport.
Its location on the edge of the Atoll makes it is a popular resort for surfers. The island has its own surf school and holds an annu...
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Huvafen Fushi
North Male Atoll
Huvafen Fushi is a perfect example of the level of sophistication now available to guests wanting the sun, sea and sand the Maldives is renowned for, but with style and class at the same time. Blessed with lovely beaches and a lagoon, this is a beaut...
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InterContinental Maldives Maamunagau Resort
Raa Atoll
Opened at the end of 2019, the Intercontinental is a 5 star resort with matching facilities. We were impressed with the snorkelling and easy access from the beach. The resort has a total of 81 spacious Beach, Lagoon and Overwater Villas and Residen...
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Jumeirah Maldives Olhahali Island
North Male Atoll
Re-opened in October 2021, Jumeirah Maldives Olhahali Island (formerly LUX* North Male) is an all-villa luxury resort in the North Malé Atoll. It is on our re-visit list, so please check back in the future for updates!...
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Kudadoo Private Island
Lhaviyani Atoll
Following on from the success of Hurawalhi, Crown & Champa Resorts scale...
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Mandarin Oriental Bolidhuffaru Reef Resort
South Male Atoll
Opening late in 2025, the Mandarin Oriental Bolidhuffaru Reef Resort will be a 34-hectare luxury property located in South Male Atoll. Located just a 30-minute yacht ride from Malé, the resort will offer 120 stand-alone villas, 64 of which are overwa...
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Milaidhoo Island
Baa Atoll
Milaidhoo Island is a luxury resort concept from Universal Resorts, one of the best established hoteliers in the Maldives. Given the extensive pedigree derived from ever-popular islands such as Baros & Kurumba, pre-opening expectations were high. We’...
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Naladhu
South Male Atoll
Naladhu is one of our favourite luxury spots in the Maldives. Consisting of only 19 beautifully appointed villas, which makes for a distinctly boutiquey feel, guests have a choice of serene lagoon-facing beach villas or dramatic ocean-view rooms, ove...
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Niyama Private Islands
Dhaalu Atoll
Niyama has been designed as an ultra-modern resort, with all the mod-cons you would expect from a 21st Century 5 Star-plus property, with a restaurant that gives an introduction to 'molecular gastronomy' to the Maldives.
Traditional Maldivian this...
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OZEN RESERVE BOLIFUSHI
South Male Atoll
An upgrading project will be completed from 12 May to 2 June 2023. The resort will remain open with work hours restricted to a few hours a day.The impressive Atmosphere group has taken over the management of this super 5-star luxury resort...
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Park Hyatt Hadahaa
Gaafu Atoll
Park Hyatt Hadahaa is a small, high quality resort in the southerly Gaafu Atoll.
While service is as one would expect from a modern 5-star resort, what really sets this island apart is the quality of the easily-accessible house reef, which is on...
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Patina Maldives
North Male Atoll
Patina Maldives is the second of the Fari Island resorts to open in the North Male Atoll. A ‘destination within a destination’ concept creates a collection of luxury resorts along with The Ritz-Carlton and to be joined by Capella (currently scheduled...
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Raffles Maldives Meradhoo
Gaafu Atoll
Raffles, Accor’s flagship luxury brand, brings a reputation for service and distinctive style to the Maldives. When the acquisition of Meradhoo island was announced we were curious as to how the existing property’s somewhat blingy design language mig...
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Rosewood Ranfaru Resort
South Male Atoll
Opening early in 2025, Rosewood Ranfaru Resort is anticipated to be the newest ultra-luxury resort in the Maldives.
The resort will be home to 94 one-bedroom villas, 26 two-bedroom villas, 6 three-bedroom villas, 2 four-bedroom villas, and 5 luxu...
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St Regis Maldives Vommuli Resort
Dhaalu Atoll
Opened in November 2016 the St Regis Vommuli is located in the Dhaalu Atoll, about a 45 minute seaplane journey from Male.
It is on our list of resorts to visit in the coming months, so watch this space for an update later in the year....
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The Ritz-Carlton Maldives Fari Islands
North Male Atoll
The Ritz-Carlton is another international brand addition to the luxury resorts of the Maldives, joining Marriott's other properties St Regis, W, Westin, Sheraton and JW Marriott already represented in the destination.
Located in North Male Atoll, ...
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Vakkaru Maldives
Baa Atoll
Opened in December 2017, Vakkaru is a luxury property that has been built with fastidious attention to detail in mind. It was clear from our first visit to the island just before opening that great care had been taken to respect and protect the natur...
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W Maldives
Ari Atoll
This beautiful island resort belongs to the W brand of properties within the world-famous Marriott portfolio, and describes itself as a ‘luxury playground’ – a pretty accurate description in our opinion.
The funky, innovative vibe starts at the de...
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Waldorf Astoria Maldives Ithaafushi
Ari Atoll
Alila Kothaifaru
Located in Raa Atoll, Alila Kothaifaru is part of the Hyatt portfolio of resorts. Check back here for further updates, information and images from the resort as we receive them. We're looking forward to visiting later this year....
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Ayada Maldives
Gaafu Atoll
Located in the Southerly Gaafu Dhaalu Atoll, Ayada is reached by domestic flight and speedboat from Male, and the opening of nearby Maavaralu airport in the South East corner of the Atoll, less than 20 mins away, has reduced overall transfer times to...
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Banyan Tree Vabbinfaru
North Male Atoll
Opened in 1995, this is a 'sanctuary for the senses' and offers everything you would expect of the Banyan Tree brand. This resort is all about calm and regeneration, achieved in the spa through a wide variety of massages and body treatments.
Th...
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Cocoa Island by COMO
South Male Atoll
A small, intimate island owned for the last 15 years by COMO (Singaporean billionaire Ong Beng Seng’s hotel venture) and a 45 minute speedboat ride from Male.
All 33 suites lead directly into the water and their design is inspired by the traditi...
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Emerald Faarufushi Resort & Spa
Raa Atoll
Following the incredible success of Emerald Maldives it was really only a matter of time before the Italian operator expanded its portfolio in the destination. After the acquisition of the naturally beautiful Faarufushi, much work was done to bring t...
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Emerald Maldives Resort & Spa
Raa Atoll
Emerald Maldives will be closed from 13th May until 5th June 2023 for preventative maintenance work.We were eager to get through the doors of Emerald and were one of the first operators to visit the island during the soft-opening period in...
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Fairmont Maldives Sirru Fen Fushi
Shaviyani Atoll
Heritance Aarah
Raa Atoll
Another 5-star player in Raa atoll in what is quickly becoming a crowded market. We were pleased to see the vegetation has fleshed out nicely since our first visit during soft opening, so aesthetically it’s looking very nice for a new resort and the...
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Hideaway Beach Resort & Spa
Haa Alifu Atoll
Located in the Haa Alifu Atoll, Hideaway beach resort is a 5* luxury resort offering a range of accommodation both on the beach and over water. It a large resort with a good range of facilities, catering well for families. Being one of the most nor...
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Hurawalhi Island Resort & Spa
Lhaviyani Atoll
Crown & Champa is a very well-established Maldivian hotelier that built its reputation on a mix of larger, high-volume & smaller, boutique islands in the four-star bracket. In 2016 they made their first step into the highly competitive 5-star field w...
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JA Manafaru
Haa Alifu Atoll
This island certainly has a lot to offer whether travelling as a couple or family. Beautiful, spacious villas all come with their own private pool and "villa host". Expect fabulous food in different dining outlets, stunning wide beaches with powder...
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JW Marriott Maldives Resort & Spa
Shaviyani Atoll
Kagi Maldives Spa Island
North Male Atoll
An intimate resort in North Malé Atoll, Kagi Maldives Spa Island is a newer offering from Crown and Champa Resorts. It is on our list to visit, so check back in the future for updates!...
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Kuda Villingili
North Male Atoll
Opened in the summer of 2021, Kuda Villingili is a new independent resort in the North Male Atoll, just 30 minutes by speedboat from the airport.
Kuda Villingili Resort Maldives stands majestically on a 1km coral island that features 36 overwater ...
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LUX* South Ari Atoll Resort & Villas
Ari Atoll
LUX* South Ari Atoll has been through a number of incarnations: formerly LUX* Maldives, Diva Maldives, before that White Sands, and some of us remember the humble Ari Beach. It is now a modern, stylish, hip and trendy resort offering bright and airy ...
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Maalifushi by COMO
Thaa Atoll
A super resort from COMO in the Thaa Atoll, with bright, airy, well-appointed suites and villas. Service and dining are good quality.
Some good snorkelling to be found at the edge of the inner lagoon - some way from the beach, but a walk along the...
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OZEN LIFE MAADHOO
South Male Atoll
OZEN LIFE MAADHOO is part of the Atmosphere group's luxury OZEN Collection. The island is a long, narrow strip on the Eastern rim of the South Male Atoll. Like most of its Male neighbours, there’s no house reef straight off the beach, but twice-daily...
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Six Senses Kanuhura
Six Senses Kanuhura is due to open in September 2023 in the Lhaviyani Atoll.
We will be posting updates as soon as we receive them, so please check back!...
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Six Senses Laamu
Laamu Atoll
Situated in the Southerly Laamu Atoll, requiring a short internal flight from Male, Six Senses Laamu seems to have hit the perfect sweet spot between a natural, authentic feel and decadent luxury.
Pretty much every facet of the resort exudes qual...
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Taj Exotica
South Male Atoll
Taj Exotica brings you all you would expect of a top Maldivian resort. With its spa and superb water villas, which are among the best in the Maldives, the resort has recently being refurbished and improved. Add to this impeccable service and fantast...
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The Westin Maldives Miriandhoo Resort
Baa Atoll
The Westin brings another well-known, 5-star brand to the Maldives. The contemporary Italian design, with influences from the ocean and quirky touches from the Japanese owners (e.g. a toilet that opens and lights up as you enter the cubicle – the Mal...
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Villa Haven
Ari Atoll
Villa Haven, the newest offering from Villa Resorts, will be opening later in 2023. We will be adding more information as it becomes available, so check back soon!...
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Amari Havodda
Gaafu Atoll
This attractive resort comprises 120 detached and spacious, contemporary-style villas in a mixture of beach and over-water accommodation. We were impressed with the overall quality, relaxed ambience and facilities of this 4-star plus resort. Food i...
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Amari Raaya
Raa Atoll
Amari’s second property in the Maldives, Amari Raaya, is set to open in August 2023.
Located in the Raa Atoll, the resort will consist of 187 villas, and also feature multiple dining options, a spa, numerous recreation opportunities and a kids clu...
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Anantara Dhigu
South Male Atoll
Anantara is located in South Male Atoll just 35 minutes by speedboat. A classy paradise resort with luxurious accommodation and the ideal destination for couples or families. We are big fans of Anantara and this resort doesn't disappoint. But please...
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Angsana Velavaru
Dhaalu Atoll
Angsana Velavaru or 'Turtle Island' is one of those islands that evokes a sense of calm from the moment you arrive....a great place to unwind from the stresses of life. Its beach villas have had a makeover and have a more contemporary feel with subtl...
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Atmosphere Kanifushi
Lhaviyani Atoll
Kanifushi was the first offering from Maldivian operator Atmosphere Hotels and Resorts, targeting the growing interest in higher quality all inclusive resorts. It opened in 2013.
The island is one of the longest in the Maldives (2.5km) with an im...
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Avani+ Fares Resort
Baa Atoll
Avani Hotels, sister brand to Anantara, has just opened its first resort in the Maldives, in the Baa Atoll. Check back here for more information later!...
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Brennia Kottefaru
Raa Atoll
Brennia Kottefaru is a new resort on the Eastern rim of the Raa Atoll, not far from the Ifuru airport, so easily reached by either seaplane or a short domestic flight and speedboat transfer from Male.
It's quite a large island by Maldives standard...
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Centara Grand Island
Ari Atoll
Coco Bodu Hithi
North Male Atoll
Bodu Hithi opened in 2006 following a multi-million dollar investment by Maldivian operator Coco Collection and represents good value thanks to sensible pricing and generous offers. The island has matured nicely over the years and there's a lush trop...
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Constance Moofushi
Ari Atoll
The lovely Moofushi - a hugely popular member of the Constance Group and in our opinion one of the best all-inclusive packages in the Maldives at this level. A beautiful little island only 300m x 160m offering soft white sandy beaches and good snork...
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Cora Cora Maldives
Raa Atoll
After a change of ownership, Cora Cora Maldives, on Raa Maamigili, opened on October 1st 2021, positioned as a 4 star Deluxe, All Inclusive resort.
The Cora Cora team have completely rebranded and uplifted the resort, adding dining options, fresh...
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Dhigali
Raa Atoll
Located in the Raa Atoll, we hope to visit Dhigali soon. Check with us later for further details....
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Dusit Thani Maldives
Baa Atoll
All rooms at Dusit Thani are extremely luxurious and spacious and the food is fantastic, we particularly liked the impressive breakfast presentation at ‘The Market’ restaurant. A visit to the Thai Restaurant Benjarong should also be high on the agend...
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Furaveri Island Resort & Spa
Raa Atoll
Opened in 2017, Furaveri is a 23 hectare coral island located in the Raa Atoll.
The resort is accessible by seaplane, with domestic flights and speedboat transfers also available.
Furaveri has a total of 107 private villas. The beach villa...
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Fushifaru
Lhaviyani Atoll
Fushifaru opened its doors in November 2017. We visited the island in early December the same year. Owned by local Maldivians the island has a traditional feel with a contemporary twist and aims to offer a more boutique style holiday, that kind of ...
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Grand Park Kodhipparu
North Male Atoll
Singapore brand Grand Park have opened a high quality resort with a great management team in the North Male Atoll, an easy speedboat ride from the airport.
Most of the 120 villas are over water, and feature light, pleasant interiors. 5 Grand Resid...
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Jawakara Islands
Lhaviyani Atoll
Crown & Champa's newest resort, Jawakara Islands Maldives, is set to open in August 2023. Stay tuned for more details!...
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Kandima Maldives
Dhaalu Atoll
This 3km island is certainly one of the biggest resorts we have visited in the Maldives. The resort itself accounts for about 2km with the remaining 1km still undeveloped. As you can imagine, a resort this size can accommodate a wide range of facili...
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Kurumba
North Male Atoll
Kurumba has 9 room types, 8 restaurants, 3 bars and a recently refurbished spa. Being close to the airport it is well suited to visiting businessmen and holidaymakers who don't want to head too far from Male. If you like style and opulence in keeping...
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Le Méridien Maldives Resort & Spa
Lhaviyani Atoll
Le Méridien brings another recognisable brand from the Marriott stable to the Maldives. It sits somewhere in the middle of the portfolio, and at a price level that invites stiff competition. The seaplane flight in gives a great view of the long strip...
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Lily Beach Resort & Spa
Ari Atoll
Lily Beach is located in the South East Ari Atoll with transfers from Male International Airport by Maldivian Air Taxi on a 25-minute seaplane ride plus a 10 min boat ride. Diving in the South Ari is first class, and there is reasonable snorkelling o...
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Mirihi Island Resort
Ari Atoll
Mirihi has been around for over 20 years, during which it has built a loyal base of repeater clients that return again and again to a welcoming and homely atmosphere.
The scattered rings of low-lying islands have always offered a therapeutic a...
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Filitheyo
Faafu Atoll
Filitheyo is highly recommended if you are looking for a medium-size, traditional-style resort with good diving and snorkelling.
Accommodation is simple, but there are good facilities, including a swimming pool, and excellent spa and a magical ru...
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Gangehi Island Resort
Ari Atoll
We are very pleased to have added Gangehi to our portfolio and look forward to visiting soon....
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Kihaa Maldives
Baa Atoll
Kihaa Maldives features some of the finest stretches of white sandy beach you will find anywhere. The villas are modern but use plenty of natural materials and still retain a sense of the Maldives. They are also spacious, and even the entry-level Res...
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Komandoo
Lhaviyani Atoll
Sister resort to the much larger Kuredu, Komandoo is a small island with beautiful white sand beaches,and is renowned for its relaxing atmosphere and as an ideal location to unwind.
Very much a couples island, children are not permitted on Koman...
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Kudafushi Resort & Spa
Raa Atoll
Kudafushi can be reached by seaplane or domestic and speedboat. It has a selection of beach and water villas which are all well appointed at this 4 star resort. An easily accessible house reef from the beach invites snorkellers and divers alike. T...
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Kuredu Island Resort & Spa
Lhaviyani Atoll
Kuredu is one of the larger Maldivian resorts. With 3km of fine white beaches, it boasts a come-and-party feel and there is plenty to do for the whole family. Over three quarters of the clients are now all-inclusive which offers excellent value for m...
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Noku Maldives
Noonu Atoll
NOVA Maldives
Ari Atoll
NOVA Maldives, formerly Vakarufalhi, opened for business in June 2022. The...
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OBLU NATURE Helengeli by SENTIDO
North Male Atoll
The resort will be closed from 7th May 2023 for renovation work. It will reopen before the end of the year.OBLU Helengeli is in one of the remoter parts of the North Male atoll, 50 minutes by speedboat from Male. Historically, the island ...
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Reethi Faru Resort
Raa Atoll
Opened in December 2017 in Raa Atoll, this new sister resort to the long-established Reethi Beach has proven very popular. The island was originally a coconut plantation so there are lovely areas of beautiful lush foliage in many parts of the resort....
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Royal Island Resort & Spa
Baa Atoll
Royal Island is most definitely traditional in style, and if that appeals and you like great value, then you’ll find plenty to enjoy here. The resort is very efficiently run and even when it’s full it doesn’t seem too busy. Perhaps it’s because the 1...
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Vilamendhoo
Ari Atoll
Vilamendhoo is a good value resort in a great location in the South Ari Atoll. Contemporary in style with a wide range of facilities and nearly 200 rooms, the island attracts those who are looking for a bit more activity than quieter, more traditiona...
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Yash Nature Resort
Dhaalu Atoll
Yash Nature Resort is a newly rebranded, eco-conscious property in the Dhaalu Atoll.
We aim to visit soon, please check back for our updates....
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Ellaidhoo Maldives by Cinnamon
Ari Atoll
Ellaidhoo is not a bad island for a first trip to the Maldives if you are on a tight budget, or for avid snorkellers, often as part of a multi-island itinerary.
Rooms are basic but cheerful and the Superior Room will accommodate 4, which can help...
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Innahura Maldives Resort
Lhaviyani Atoll
Innahura opened in the spring of 2019 and we look forward to visiting in the near future....
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Makunudu
North Male Atoll
Makunudu is a wonderful unspoilt island in North Male Atoll and one of only a handful of resorts these days with less than 50 rooms. It is the perfect place if you are after peace and tranquility mixed in with some low key watersports such as snorke...
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Nika Island Resort
Ari Atoll
Named after its majestic banyan tree, Nika is an established traditional-style resort island in the North Ari Atoll. Opened in 1983 the resort was for many years exclusive to the Italian market but has now opened its doors to a wider audience. We're ...
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OBLU XPERIENCE Ailafushi
North Male Atoll
Opened in June 2022, OBLU XPERIENCE Ailafushi is an entry-level offering from the popular Atmosphere Hotels & Resorts group.
Situated close to Male airport, the All Inclusive resort has 268 rooms in 4 categories on the beach and over water, and i...
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Boutique Beach
Ari Atoll
We had the pleasure of meeting Boutique Beach owner Romney Drury and snapped up her invitation to visit, and we were warmly welcomed and looked after by manager Afzal and his team.
The hotel is 10 minutes’ walk from the island’s harbour, or a coup...
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