Best Hotels & Lodges

An iconic Maldivian island, reborn. This laid-back retreat is known for being home to the finest beaches in the Maldives. Encompassing three private islands, Six Senses Kanuhura resort is a short seaplane ride from Malé International Airport or speedboat transfer from the pristine Lhaviyani Atoll. With 91 spacious beach, family, and overwater pool villas, the lagoon is at your feet, where the vibrant reef protects our resident turtles and marine life. Adventures abound in this paradise found with food, fun, family moments and new friends when you seek connection, and peaceful seclusion when you seek an island escape.

Dive in to new sensations and local discoveries at Mercure Maldives Kooddoo, an adults-only resort that delivers transcendent experiences. Indulge in a wide culinary selection and island activities at your own pace. This 68-villa boutique-style resort is inspired by the lively energy of the Maldives, where the natural tropical jungle blends with the crystal clear lagoon. It is the perfect location for the epicurious, the adventurous, and the connection-seekers. With the unobstructed views and picture-perfect sunsets, your stay at Mercure in the Maldives is the stuff that dreams are made of.

Soneva Secret is located in the sparkling waters of Dhipparufushi in the Maldives’ Haa Dhaalu Atoll, and it represents a new wave of rare, personalised hospitality. Thirty years in the making, it creates a blueprint for the Soneva Secret concept, crafting every stay around highly intuitive service, rare experiences and exceptional culinary journeys. With just 14 expansive villas, the remote island setting offers the ultimate in privacy and seclusion, where the beauty of nature abounds.

Humble Heaven's calming energy is harnessed in our surroundings. Touches of luxury add sparkle to this reserved sanctuary. Reconnect and reinvent in a place where nature's beautiful basics are celebrated through the use of sustainable materials, showcasing our native creativity. Slow down and regroup amidst the bursting tropical beauty, wide beaches, and lush vegetation — where healing and hospitality come together.

Baros Maldives Resort is just located 25 minutes from Male International Airport by speedboat.

Conveniently located in Malé Atoll, OBLU SELECT Lobigili is just a 15-minute speedboat ride from Velana International Airport. Blessed with verdant foliage, this five-star, adults-only resort offers 68 blissful beach and water villas – all assuring gorgeous views of the incandescent turquoise-blue lagoon.

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

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

Nestled in Raa Atoll, InterContinental Maldives Maamunagau Resort offers an unrivalled private island retreat for honeymooners, families, and friends, complete with Club InterContinental benefits. The island sanctuary, located at the southern tip of Raa Atoll, provides unobstructed views of the endless ocean. With an exceptional house reef, you will be surrounded by a myriad of marine life and a manta ray sanctuary.

Unwind in peaceful seclusion with awe-inspiring views at this all-pool-villa sanctuary. The 11.2 hectare private island retreat lies at the northern edge of the Maldives in Raa Atoll, accessible via a scenic 45-minute seaplane journey from Malé. Lush vegetation, turquoise waters and abundant marine life set the scene for a relaxing stay interspersed with adventure.

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.

Inspired by a word that means ‘wisdom’ in Sanskrit, Soneva Jani encompasses a collection of water villas and island sanctuaries set within a lagoon of crystal clear waters, fringed by pristine beaches and blanketed in lush tropical greenery. The highlight of the islands that the resort calls home is the 5.6 kilometre private lagoon that surrounds it; an awe-inspiring azure spectacle that inspires a sense of calm. The villas and reserves offer guests exclusive facilities to enhance the overall sentiment of intuitive and intelligent luxury, including private pools, outdoor decks and direct access to the lagoon. Soneva Jani is located just 45 minutes from Male International Airport by seaplane.

Nestled between verdant rainforest and white-sand beaches on a private island, The St. Regis Maldives Vommuli Resort overlooks the alluring waves of the Indian Ocean. Explore the tropical beauty and rich marine life of this peaceful, eco-conscious setting. The private lagoon, Iridium Spa and outdoor infinity pool promise nonpareil relaxation. Boasting refined furnishings and island-inspired design, all of the rooms promises picturesque ocean or garden views from private terraces and pools.

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

Perched on an expansive private lagoon in the virtually untouched South Nilandhe Atoll in the Maldives, and just a 40-minute seaplane journey from Velana International Airport, Angsana Velavaru (known as “Turtle Island” in the local Dhivehi language) is surrounded by sparkling turquoise waters and ocean views as far as the eye can see.

An island retreat set on North Malé Atoll with azure waters boasting jaw-dropping visibility, a spectacular sweep of powder- white beach, breathtaking sunset panoramas and a relaxed atmosphere, the reasons for staying at Dhawa Ihuru are crystal-clear.

This isolated haven, with its tropical greenery, crystal-clear turquoise waters and white sandy beaches, is the paradise that is Amari Havodda Maldives. Reserved just for you, this untouched sanctuary allows you to truly disconnect and recharge on your own terms. Their spaces have been thoughtfully designed for that comforting home-from-home experience. We’ve added touches to the décor to showcase modern craftsmanship at every turn – a contemporary re-imagining of the traditional Maldivian home. The resort also offers an impressive selection of leisure and sporting activities, and unique dining experiences under the stars.

Unwind with utter peace and relaxation at Medhufushi Island Resort. With warm and welcoming staff, this island resort will make you feel right at home. Dive in to crystal waters and feel the white sand between your toes. Get lost amidst shady coconut trees and colourful flowers where you can lose track of time completely. If you want a unique island getaway, you won't find anywhere better than Medhufushi Island Resort. As one of just two resorts in beautiful Meemu Atoll, you are far from the noise and congestion of the modern world. But you’ll find all the comforts of home available in our spacious and attractive villas, which come with a private sundeck and traditional Maldivian swing chair. There’s no better spot to watch the gentle waves together than from the shade of your ‘udoli’. The exclusive lagoon suites offer the ultimate in seclusion at Medhufushi and the two spacious over-water suites are accessible only by boat. Treat yourself even more with a treatment at the in-house spa. The spa is built upon stilts over the sparkling lagoon. The combination of the soft sound of the waves and the expert touch of the massage therapists is guaranteed to send you into a state of pure bliss. The warm shallow water and pure white sand is a delight to experience but there are also all kinds of activities and experiences available for you and your loved one to enjoy. The secluded location ensures that the surrounding coral reefs and dive sites are virtually pristine, with intact and healthy corals and an abundance of aquatic life. Divers can discover a host of exciting and wondrous dive sites where manta rays, turtles, reef sharks and all manner of tropical reef fish can be found. The Werner Lau Diving Centre’s team is on hand to help you learn and discover.

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

The Vaavu Atoll doesn't mess about with half-measures. This slice of the Maldives delivers proper diving alongside the usual overwater luxury, which explains why marine biologists actually holiday here. Cinnamon Velifushi sits on white sand that squeaks underfoot, but the real action happens below the surface. Nurse sharks patrol the house reef like friendly security guards, while the nearby Keyodhoo shipwreck has become an underwater garden that puts the Chelsea Flower Show to shame. Between dives, you'll find four restaurants that understand not everyone wants Maldivian fish curry every night, plus a Mandara Spa suspended over the lagoon where Balinese therapists work magic with warm stones.

Reethi Beach Resort is located on a tiny island in Baa Atoll, a scenic 35-minute seaplane flight from Male. The elegant and spacious detached and semi-detached villas are built from natural materials in typical Maldivian-style, providing first class comfort in a unique setting. Rooms are air-conditioned and set amid tropical foliage fringing a long expanse of powder soft beach or on stilts over the clear blue lagoon. There are five restaurants and five bars, poolside and beachfront. Facilities include a PADI 5-star dive centre; a Spa and wellness retreat; Water Sports Centre; Sports Complex and a wide variety of group and private excursions have been carefully selected to enable you to explore the untouched beauty of Baa Atoll and the rich culture of its inhabitants.

Step into a luxury barefoot tropical paradise where the ocean meets the sky. Be mesmerized by Banyan Tree Vabbinfaru’s all-natural beauty nestled at the heart of North Male’ Atoll. Take respite in this picturesque island’s all-pool villas situated under swaying palm trees. Discover the vibrant Maldives underwater world and explore the Indian Ocean via a luxury Catamaran. Embark on a delightful culinary experience that will set your heart a bliss. A complete rejuvenating holiday comes with time-honored Asian-inspired treatments at the award-winning Banyan Tree Spa.

Escape to an island beach resort in the Maldives fringed by a turquoise lagoon. Laze in your luxurious overwater bungalow, pufferfish and baby reef sharks swimming in crystal-clear waters below. At Anantara Veli Maldives Resort, one of the top five-star luxury hotels, you're invited to write your own chapter of romance on the vacation of a lifetime. This adults-only private island resort is ideal for honeymoons, with hideaway accommodations, dining under the stars with the sand between your toes, luxurious sunset cruises, and spa treatments for two.

Adaaran Select Meedhupparu Maldives is located just about 40 to 45 minutes from Male International Airport by seaplane.

Perched in the North Male’ Atoll, and just a few kilometers away from the Velana International Airport, lies one of the most beautiful luxury resorts in Maldives, Paradise Island Resort. The island is fringed by a splendid bank of pearl-white sand. The tropical island greenery of this island is truly remarkable. Another feature of this island is the pristine waters surrounding the beaches of the island.

Whether seeking a peaceful hideaway or active adventure, the picture-perfect island of Dhidhoofinolhu is home to LUX* South Ari Atoll, a luxury resort where your fantasy of a laid-back, desert island paradise is about to come true. Here, you’ll discover 193 private villas, dotted at the water’s edge along two miles of powder fine beaches and perched on stilts above a crystal lagoon. On land or above water, sunset facing or sunrise, these super spacious rooms and suites bring an entirely original vibe of coastal, beach house chic to the Maldives. The resort’s limpid waters are a diver’s nirvana but there’s an equal abundance of snorkelling and opportunities to visit the resident whale sharks - or enjoy a soak in their two infinity pools. LUX South Ari Atoll Resort & Villas is just located 25 minutes from Male International Airport by seaplane.