Best hotels in Maldives

Escape to the unforgettable surrounded by the white sands and crystal blue waters of the Indian Ocean. At Waldorf Astoria Maldives Ithaafushi, 11 celebrated dining venues, a world-class lifestyle spa sanctuary, and activities for all generations invite you to tropical paradise. 119 reef, beach, and overwater villas span across three islands with a wealth of luxuries and experiences to discover.

Dhigali is just located 35 minutes from Male International Airport by seaplane.

Constance Halaveli is just located 25 minutes from Male International Airport by seaplane or 90 minutes by speedboat.

Adaaran Select Hudhuranfushi is located just 30 minutes from Male International Airport by speedboat.

Nestled amidst luscious tropical greenery and enveloped by a peaceful blue lagoon are 20 beach villas and 30 over-water villas. Each spacious unit is designed to offer utmost privacy and fitted with modern amenities to provide comfort. The refined elegance of each villa with its soft white hues and dark wood accents complement the beauty of nature seen through large bay windows and french doors.

Kandima Maldives is just located 30 minutes from Male International Airport by seaplane.

Cinnamon Dhonveli Maldives is just located 25 minutes from Male International Airport by speedboat.

Sleek and spacious accommodations make Sun Siyam Iru Veli the ultimate tropical retreat. With front row lagoon views and a freshwater pool for every five star suite, all you have to do is check in, chill out and let our neighbouring dolphins provide your entertainment as they swim past each day.

Your holiday adventure begins at Vilamendhoo Island Resort & Spa, situated in the South Ari Atoll and following the ‘One Island, One Resort’ concept that the Maldives is famous for. This island is 900 meters long by 250 meters wide, about 55 acres and surrounded by a spectacular house reef a short swim away from the expansive sandy beach. Vilamendhoo is the quintessential dive and snorkelling island adventure.

Centara Grand Island Resort & Spa Maldives is just located 30 minutes from Male International Airport by seaplane.

Constance Moofushi Maldives is just located 35 minutes from Male International Airport by seaplane.

Kick off your shoes, let down your hair and soak up the sea air on this private island’s white-sand shores.

Located on a beautiful private island with pristine beaches and lush tropical greenery, Ayada offers a truly luxurious retreat with a genuine Maldivian style. A wide range of restaurants, large villas with private infinity pools and the multiple award winning AySpa make Ayada Maldives an excellent choice. A large variety of water-sports, excursions and activities are available for guests. There are 8 outlets at Ayada Maldives, each offering a different cuisine and unique dining experiences, including Teppanyaki and Mediterranean fine dining.

You & Me is a private, rustic and romantic island, in a beautiful, untouched corner of the Maldives. A world away from the stresses of everyday life, You & Me is the place to relax, curl up, and spend some quality ‘us time’. A brand new, 5-star resort, You & Me is located in Raa atoll, northern Maldives, just 20 minutes by speedboat from Ifuru domestic airport, or a 45 minute, scenic seaplane ride from Male’ international airport. Adults only island, targeting couples, honeymooners and friends, the resort is a quiet, relaxing retreat, far away from other hotels.

Makunudu Island sweeps you into the warm embrace of an original Maldivian retreat. Where glistening beaches give way to the crystal clear waters of a turquoise lagoon, merging into unending ocean views. Crafted in traditional Maldivian style using local woods, stones and a palette of earthy hues, these spacious havens of relaxation blend rustic charm with modern comforts, thoughtful to your needs. Indulge in the pleasure of a garden shower, open to the outdoors yet completely discreet. Bask on your private sun loungers beneath the shade of palms, or under the warm Maldivian sun.

The Maldives is the collective name for 1,190 tiny islands scattered across the Indian Ocean. Their host island of Muravandhoo is bordered by dreamy white beaches, a lush land of bountiful coconut palms and turquoise lagoons brimming with exquisite marine life. Their art-immersive island resort is located in the middle of the Indian Ocean. A pearl of infinite beauty, fringed by ivory beaches and wrapped in azure waters. They invite you to experience one of the most joyful places on earth. Incredible artworks unfold across the landscape, taking you on an inspiring journey of discovery. Seemingly ordinary moments set the stage for transformation, opening the door to new perspectives and everlasting memories. They look at food as a means to share the island’s “joy of living” spirit. Authentic flavours and local ingredients combine in harmony to create tantalising gastronomic experiences.

Hideaway Beach Resort & Spa - the perfect island retreat in the Maldives, is located in the northern Haa Alifu Atoll. An exclusive all-suite Maldives resort for those who demand genuine luxury and the utmost in privacy. Set on a crescent-shaped private island, this incredible resort offers a choice of private villas or private villas with pools for its guests to unwind and enjoy a home away from home. Beachside or over the water villas and the associated privacy levels offered are the hallmark of this award winning destination, which boasts some of the largest beachfront villas in the Maldives. Gourmands, Foodies and food lovers alike can indulge in an award winning culinary experience. Wellbeing is a core part of the Hideaway experience, with the divine Hideaway Spa offering a range of treatments for rejuvenation and relaxation. The abundance of fish life around this Maldives resort is second to none, making it a prime location for snorkelling and scuba diving. The perfect Maldives retreat, Hideaway offers the utmost in romance and is one of the preferred destinations for those celebrating their honeymoon. Families are very welcome at Hideaway, with an extensive Kids Club available to help keep young travellers entertained during their stay.

Just a 40-minute speedboat ride away from the main island of Malé, Varu by Atmosphere makes you feel at home from the first glass of (complimentary) champagne. Ensconced by emerald-green jungle and ringed by flaxen sands and the pool-blue Indian Ocean, it's a perfectly private island paradise - but this is no hoity-toity resort. Instead, Varu is laidback and down-to-earth, perfect for easygoing honeymooners and families alike. The island has a plethora of restaurants to keep your tastebuds and tummies satisfied, while the endless roster of activities makes the most of each day. Trust us, you'll never want to leave.

Find your little slice of paradise – think swaying coconut palms, dazzling white beaches, and vibrant marine life. Here, life is luxuriously chilled or epically exciting, with sunny days spent floating on water, diving the house reef, toasting the sunset with drinks on the beach, and dancing under the midnight sky. Their resort is located on the western edge of the Baa Atoll, a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, where once-in-a-lifetime encounters include dolphin visits to our lagoon and snorkelling with manta rays at Hanifaru Bay. Bask in the warmth of ‘haharu’, the Maldivian spirit of hospitality, at Avani+ Fares Maldives Resort.

The island, home to the Sandies Bathala resort, is situated in a privileged position, its waters boast a remarkable richness and variety of fish species. The resort, part of the Planhotel group and third resort of the Sandies Resorts brand, a 4-star hotel, with all the comforts and a simple style, perfect for families, friends and couples as well as diving enthusiasts, who can find the famous Werner Lau Diving Center. The resort is only 15 minutes by seaplane from Malé International Airport.

Fushifaru Maldives is just located 35 minutes from Male International Airport by seaplane.

Acres of heaven and earth for couples, families and friends. Welcome to your 5 star home in the heart of the Maldives, where days are long and sun-filled in a setting you’ll never forget. With 14 bars and restaurants and a whole host of experiences on offer, at Sun Siyam Iru Fushi, no two days are ever the same.

Adaaran Club Rannalhi Maldives is located just 45 minutes from Male International Airport by speedboat.