With white sandy beaches, crystal clear warm Indian Ocean and pleasant climate all year round, Maldives is the most desirable holiday destination. While it is hard to pick a resort, because all of them are perfect and offer a Maldivian luxury, we present ten spots that might attract your attention and help decide. Or does it?
10. Kuramathi Island Resort
Established on Rasdhoo Atoll Kuramathi stretches all along the palm grove right into the turquoise water. Guests can choose to stay at the garden, beach or water villas and relax on a white sandy beach, enjoy infinity pools and outdoor jacuzzi. There are various water activities, excursions to other islands and entertaining evening program.
Why to go there?
It is possible to find a last minute offer or get a 10% discount for a Honeymoon if booking 90 days prior to arrival.
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Photo by Kuramathi Island Resort
Photo by Kuramathi Island Resort
9. Gili Lankanfushi Resort
Situated on on a private coral island, the eco-friendly resort provides private villas with a direct access to the warm crystal clear Indian Ocean. The resort’s specialty is attention to the natural environment and it offers its guests to reconnect with nature for an ultimate relaxation.
Why to go there?
A 5-star hotel is eco-friendly, provides private villas, situated above the water.
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Photo by Gili Lankanfushi
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Photo by Gili Lankanfushi
8. Dusit Thani
Situated on Mudhdhoo Island in Baa Atoll, the resort was inspired by Thai style and philosophy. Luxurious private villas, tennis courts, SPA centers and even boutiques can be found here. The resort is surrounded with the richest marine life in Maldives. Therefore it is the best place to go diving and snorkeling.
Why to go there?
Great service, facilities and diving sites, various sizes villas, great cuisine, exclusive SPA, saline pools are chlorine free. The resort is family friendly.
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7. Huvafen Fushi
The resort is proud of its iconic pool, that is lit at night and has already become a signature feature. There are also unique underwater spa rooms: the treatments are relaxing and visually compelling, synchronized with the underwater world.
Why to go there?
Iconic pool and underwater spa center, water activities, private pools, 6 dining outlets.
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6. One&Only Reethi Rah
A five star resort stands out from other enchanting places for its gorgeous infinity pool, which jets into the sea and has even a smaller pool within. Villas are situated either on the beach or over the lagoon and overlook the crystal clear Indian Ocean.
Why to go there?
Impressive infinity pool, slightly further from busy Male, romantic and quiet getaway.
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5. W Retreat & Spa
The resort is known for its attention to detail. Its youthful, contemporary design is attractive for anybody, who appreciates modern style. The resort features exciting underground nightclub, two-cabin yacht cruises and is situated above the best reefs in whole Maldives.
Why to go there?
Contemporary vibe, sexy, hip resort, that has the best reef.
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Photo by W Retreat & Spa
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4. Cocoa Island
The whole complex is designed to provide an utter relaxation, uninterrupted by the unnecessary details. White sand, warm water, comfortable villas, great food, a place remote from the civilization – Cocoa Island is an ultimate holiday retreat.
Why to go there?
The resort is founded on an uninhabited island, which is quiet and surrounded with perfect nature. The service and facilities are world class as expected from the Maldivian resorts.
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3. Six Senses Laamu
The only resort in the Laamu Atoll, which is only 150 km from the equator, Six Senses is environmentally responsible and contemporary. Its rustic luxury villas blend so well with the nature and do not disturb atoll’s vibes. Villas have glass see-through tables, that reconnect with the Ocean.
Why to go there?
Peaceful, luxurious resort, that has Ayurvedic spa treatments, diving center and Mediterranean cuisine.
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Photo by Six Senses Laamu
2. Shangri-La’s Villingili Resort and Spa
The resort occupies Villingili – a remote island in Maldives, covered with lush vegetation and even a lake. Shangri-La is also a pioneer of building villas in the trees or around them, instead of cutting them. The resort also offers yacht cruise across the equator.
Why to go there?
An unconventional luxurious resort, surrounded with a tropical forest, remote from Male, family friendly, close to the equator, with great staff and high work culture.
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1. Soneva Fushi Resort
Situated on Kunfunadhoo island, Soneva Fushi from a small local resort quickly turned into the international chain of hotels and spas. It is an environmentally responsible hotel, that applies various innovations to provide a complete rejuvenation and relaxation.
Why to go there?
Soneva Fushi founders are the pioneers, who have set high standards for their followers: guests leave reconnected with nature and filled with best experiences.
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