Maldives Resorts
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... read more...
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... read more...
There's no doubt that Landaa Giraavaru is in a super location in the Ba... read more...
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... read more...
One&Only Reethi Rah North Male Atoll
A classy and very up-market resort, where even the stars manage to hide.
Set on one of the largest islands in the Maldives (actually 2, but joined by a bridge), Reethi Rah lives up to its name of ‘beautiful island‘ (in the local language of Dhiveh... read more...
Set on one of the largest islands in the Maldives (actually 2, but joined by a bridge), Reethi Rah lives up to its name of ‘beautiful island‘ (in the local language of Dhiveh... read more...
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 ... read more...
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... read more...
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... read more...
Amilla Fushi 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 (... read more...
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... read more...
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.
This is a... read more...
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Conrad Maldives Rangali Island Ari Atoll
Conrad Rangali offers 5* Luxury across two islands, linked by a walkway.
The resort caters well for both Honeymooners and families alike with plenty to keep the children entertained, including an impressive 'Finding Nemo' styled mini-submersible ... read more...
The resort caters well for both Honeymooners and families alike with plenty to keep the children entertained, including an impressive 'Finding Nemo' styled mini-submersible ... read more...
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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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... read more...
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... read more...
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... read more...
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... read more...
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... read more...
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 7 dining outlets, stunning wide beaches with powdery sand, ... read more...
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 ... read more...
LUX* North Male Atoll Resort & Villas North Male Atoll
We were intrigued when the LUX* Collective announced the opening of a brand new 5-star luxury resort in North Male atoll. From our experience, LUX* usually delivers quality in terms of accommodation, dining, service and of course the signature touche... read more...
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, plus a few extras – including the world’s first underwater nightclub, Subsix, and the introduction of 'molecular gast... read more...
Outrigger Konotta Gaafu Atoll
Opened in 2015 and situated in the remote Gaafu atoll, the location is breath-taking. Outrigger Konotta Maldives Resort offers a sense of privacy and intimate luxury.
The spacious and modern interiors with traditional styling make you feel insta... read more...
The spacious and modern interiors with traditional styling make you feel insta... read more...
OZEN LIFE Maadhoo South Male Atoll
Opened in July 2016, OZEN is the next offering from Atmosphere in the Maldives, and a step up from the preceding Atmosphere Kanifushi and OBLU at Helengeli resorts. The island is a long, narrow strip on the Eastern rim of the South Male Atoll. Like m... read more...
Launched in early December 2020! The impressive Atmosphere group has taken over the management of this super 5-star luxury resort (previously Jumeirah Vittaveli). The resort is open and we are really looking forward to visiting on our next trip! C... read more...
Park Hyatt Hadahaa Gaafu Atoll
Park Hyatt Hadahaa will reopen on 1st February 2021
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 i... read more...
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 i... read more...
Shangri-La's Villingili Resort & Spa Seenu Atoll
Please note that due to the coronavirus pandemic Shangri-la Villinigili has ceased operations indefinitely
The first luxury resort in the Maldives located south of the equator with a plethora of great
facilities. A 3km long island of whit... read more...
The first luxury resort in the Maldives located south of the equator with a plethora of great
facilities. A 3km long island of whit... read more...
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.... read more...
It is on our list of resorts to visit in the coming months, so watch this space for an update later in the year.... read more...
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... read more...
The Residence Maldives Gaafu Atoll
Offspring of The Residence in Mauritius, the spacious, colonnial-style decor, first-class service and outstanding food are unmistakeable at The Residence Maldives.
Whilst the back-of-house buildings are still a little prominent from the arrival j... read more...
Whilst the back-of-house buildings are still a little prominent from the arrival j... read more...
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... read more...
Anantara Dhigu South Male Atoll
Anantara is located in South Male Atoll just 35 minutes by speedboat. Formerly Dhigufinolhu before the tsunami (run and operated by Hotelplan), its new owners have given it an extensive refurbishment and the result is a first class paradise resort wi... read more...
Atmosphere Kanifushi Lhaviyani Atoll
Opened in 2013 in Lhaviyani atoll, Kanifushi was the first offering from Maldivian operator Atmosphere Hotels and Resorts, targeting the growing interest in higher quality all inclusive resorts.
The island is one of the longest in the Maldives (2.... read more...
The island is one of the longest in the Maldives (2.... read more...
Ayada Maldives Gaafu Atoll
Located in the Southerly Gaafu Dhaalu Atoll, requiring a 50 minute domestic flight and then a similar duration on a speedboat to get to, Ayada is a new resort with five star deluxe aspirations.
Ayada represents a new venture for Turkish construct... read more...
Ayada represents a new venture for Turkish construct... read more...
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... read more...
Emerald Maldives Resort & Spa Raa Atoll
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 August 2019 and we've since returned for a second visit now the island is fully operational. We’re delighted t... read more...
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 with super dining options and a lovely main bar. Plenty of activities and a good house reef will keep you active too.... read more...
Heritance Aarah Raa Atoll
Another new 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... read more...
Kanuhura Maldives Lhaviyani Atoll
Kanuhura reopened its doors in December 2016 and is the essence of casual and authentic luxury Maldives. Everything has been done to preserve the natural beauty of this idyllic island, located at the edge of the Lhaviyani Atoll, just a 45-minute seap... read more...
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... read more...
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... read more...
Loama Resort Maldives at Maamigili Raa Atoll
Loama is a Maldivian owned resort in the Raa Atoll, North West of and around 45 minutes away from Male by seaplane. The resort is aiming to blend contemporary, up-market facilities with an authentic Maldivian heritage - you'll find a local museum (in... read more...
LUX* South Ari Atoll 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 a wide range of ... read more...
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... read more...
Some good snorkelling to be found at the edge of the inner lagoon - some way from the beach, but a walk along the... read more...
Raffles Maldives Meradhoo Gaafu Atoll
A new resort located in the Gaafu Alifu Atoll, one of the more remote and pristine atolls in the Southern most reaches of the Maldives.
Access is by domestic flight from Male airport to the local airport, Kaadedhdhoo, where you will then be met an... read more...
Access is by domestic flight from Male airport to the local airport, Kaadedhdhoo, where you will then be met an... read more...
Sheraton Full Moon Resort & Spa North Male Atoll
Definitely 5 star in terms of accommodation quality, food quality and general amenities. The accommodation is lavish with all the mod cons you would expect from a Sheraton. The downsides are that you are only 15 mins from Male and therefore really do... read more...
Six Senses Laamu Laamu Atoll
Situated in the Southerly Laamu Atoll, requiring a short internal flight from Male, Six Senses seems to have hit the perfect sweet spot between a natural, authentic feel and decadent luxury.
Pretty much every facet of the resort exudes quality, f... read more...
Pretty much every facet of the resort exudes quality, f... read more...
Angsana Ihuru Resort North Male Atoll
The fabulous, idyllic Angsana Ihuru, famed for some of the best diving and snorkelling in the Maldives, must be on your shortlist if you are looking for a resort that is peaceful and quiet and in total harmony with the surroundings. The privacy and t... read more...
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... read more...
Centara Grand Island Ari Atoll
Centara Grand Island is a great offering something for everyone. It is a smaller island that packs a real punch with its Ultimate All-Inclusive package, which covers a range of water sports, excursions, the mini-bar, as well as three different venues... read more...
Cocoon Maldives Lhaviyani Atoll
Opened on 26th December 2016, Cocoon markets itself as the first 'design hotel' in the Maldives, having developed the concept in close partnership with Italian interior design company, LAGO, who styled all the villas. Prices are based on Half Board ... read more...
Dhigali Raa Atoll
A new resort in the Raa Atoll which we hope to visit soon. Check with us later in the year for further details.... read more...
Furaveri Island Resort & Spa Raa Atoll
Newly 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... read more...
The resort is accessible by seaplane, with domestic flights and speedboat transfers also available.
Furaveri has a total of 107 private villas. The beach... read more...
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... read more...
OBLU Select at Sangeli North Male Atoll
OBLU Select is a good value, all-round resort that appeals to a range of clientele. While we found the majority of guests to be young-to-middle-aged couples, there are also a few families and older guests too. As with Atmosphere’s other islands, ther... read more...
Robinson Club Maldives Gaafu Atoll
Robinson Club, Maldives offers an almost endless list of activities and watersports to keep everyone entertained. The house reef is fantastic and is easily accessible straight from the white sandy beaches.
Extremely well-run with a huge emphasis o... read more...
Extremely well-run with a huge emphasis o... read more...
Vivanta by Taj Coral Reef North Male Atoll
Located up on the north-west side of the North Male atoll, a 35-minute speedboat ride from Male. This small and compact All Inclusive only resort pitches itself at the 4-star deluxe level and combines the warm Indian hospitality and service levels y... read more...
Adaaran Select Meedhupparu Raa Atoll
The only resort in Raa atoll when it opened around 20 years ago, Adaaran Select Meedhupparu now has many new neighbours in what looks set to become a busy atoll, which perhaps prompted this long-established resort to make some enhancements to its off... read more...
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 basic, but there are good facilities, including a swimming pool, and excellent spa and a magical rus... read more...
Accommodation is basic, but there are good facilities, including a swimming pool, and excellent spa and a magical rus... read more...
Gangehi Island Resort Ari Atoll
We are very pleased to have added Gangehi to our portfolio and look forward to visiting soon.... read more...
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... read more...
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... read more...
OBLU by Atmosphere at Helengeli North Male Atoll
OBLU opened on 1st November 2015 on the lovely island of Helengeli. We were fans of Helengeli before it closed for renovation, as it's in one of the remoter parts of the North Male atoll and has an enjoyable and accessible house reef. Under ownersh... read more...
Reethi Faru Resort Raa Atoll
Opened in December 2017 in Raa atoll, this new sister resort to the long-established Reethi Beach is already proving very popular. The island was originally a coconut plantation so there are lovely areas of beautiful lush foliage in many parts of the... read more...
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... read more...
Seasalter Maldives is a new small, boutique hotel a short cab ride from the main airport. This offers a much more friendly, reasonably-priced, Maldivian-owned stop-over option than the large airport hotel if connecting with late or early flights, or ... read more...