Luxury holiday in the Maldives: 12 wild hotels for couples and everyone else is written by Anna-Sophie Christensen.
The wildest hotels for a luxury holiday in the Maldives
For many, the words Maldives and luxury have become synonymous, and it is not entirely by chance. When one mentions the Maldives, one immediately thinks of unreal blue water, bounty beaches and hotels from the top end of the luxury scale.
There are many fantastic hotels in the Maldives that take the concept of luxury to a whole new level. We have collected some of the best hotels here for your luxury holiday in the Maldives, and there is something for honeymooners, couple holidays, big celebrations and you who just love luxury.
Here are the most amazing hotels for your luxury holiday in the Maldives:
- Gili Lankanfushi
- Six Senses Laamu
- Kandolhu Maldives
- Park Hyatt Maldives
- Reethi Faru
- Soneva jani
- Conrad Maldives Rangali Island
- Vakkaru
- Four Seasons Resort Maldives at Landaa Giraavaru
- Joali
- OZEN Reserve Bolifushi
- Anantara Kihavah Maldives Villas
Gili Lankanfushi
Gilli Lankanfushi offers top-shelf luxury. There is both a private beach, restaurants, an exclusive spa department and pools – both private and shared – so here is a relaxing luxury holiday in the Maldives as soon as you step into the hotel.
The 5-star hotel is located on the private island of Lankanfushi in the Malé Archipelago and takes approximately 20 minutes to reach the island by speedboat from Malé International Airport. The hotel is particularly popular with couples who have given it top marks and Gili Lankanfushi is therefore perfect as a honeymoon destination or a romantic holiday.
The hotel also arranges personalized romantic experiences, such as private dinner under the stars. There is a wellness department where, among other things, Ayurveda treatments are offered and of course there is plenty of opportunity to explore the crystal clear water by snorkelling, diving or surfing.
Hotel: Gilli Lankanfushi
reviews: The hotel has received 4,8 out of five stars on Google
Address: Lankanfushi Island, North, 08920, Maldives
Facilities: Outdoor pool, airport shuttle, 3 restaurants, private beach
Six Senses Laamu
Do you dream of sleeping out on the turquoise sea on calm ground and in exclusive surroundings? So is Six Senses Laamu just something for you. Here you can stay in one of the iconic villas on stilts out at sea, from which you can jump directly into the turquoise water from your terrace for a morning swim. Talk about a fresh way to wake up.
In addition to beautiful surroundings and luxury, the 5-star hotel also offers an exclusive spa, 4 restaurants, outdoor yoga center and modern training facilities. In addition, it is also a diving centre, so there is plenty of opportunity to explore underwater life.
Six Senses Laamu is located on the island of Olhuveli, and it takes just over an hour to reach the island by seaplane from Malé International Airport. The hotel can arrange airport transfers.
Hotel: Six Senses Laamu
reviews: The hotel has received 4,8 out of five stars on Google
Address: Laamu Atoll 15090, Maldives
Facilities: Spa and wellness, airport shuttle, gym, 4 restaurants
Kandolhu Maldives
With only 30 villas, the beautiful postcard island, which Kandolhu Maldives is located on, one of the smallest in the Maldives. There is plenty of opportunity to get down to gear in this small oasis surrounded by bounty beaches, crystal blue seas and fantastic coral reefs for those who want to snorkel.
Since there are only 30 villas on the island, there is a cozy and luxurious atmosphere, and it is easy to find your very own private spot on the beautiful beaches that surround the small island. And then there is one of the most lively coral reefs just a few meters from the beach, where you can go exploring. The hotel also organizes trips where you can go snorkelling with manta rays and whale sharks.
The 5-star hotel is about 25 minutes by seaplane from the main island of Malé, where the international airport is located. The hotel has a total of 5 restaurants with different cuisines, and for wine lovers it is possible to buy the all-inclusive package, where you have access to your own wine fridge with over 30 different wines.
Hotel: Kandolhu Maldives
reviews: The hotel has received 4,8 out of five stars on Google
Address: Kandolhudhoo, North Ari Atoll, Maldives
Facilities: Airport shuttle, beach, gym, spa, 5 restaurants
Park Hyatt Maldives – luxury holiday in the Maldives far from any other
Park Hyatt Maldives is located on one of the Maldives' southernmost and most pristine atolls and offers world-class relaxation. There are a full 10 kilometers to the nearest inhabited island, so this is a bit of a luxury oasis in the middle of the ocean.
In several places around the island you will find coral reefs, which are designated as one of the Maldives' best diving spots, so you can easily combine relaxation on one of the chalk-white beaches with underwater adventures on a luxury holiday to this exclusive pearl in the Maldives.
In addition to diving, you can also play volleyball, relax in the hotel's spa, go on an organized fishing trip, have a delicious dinner at one of the restaurants or just relax on the beach with a book from the hotel's library. You can even have the children looked after in their childcare service.
Hotel: Park Hyatt Maldives
reviews: The hotel has received 4,8 out of five stars on Google
Address: Gaafu Alifu Atoll, Hadahaa, North Huvadhoo 20054, Maldives
Facilityr: Child care, restaurants, all inclusive, fitness, spa
Reethi Faru
Reethi Faru is a luxury hotel in the Maldives, where nature and comfort go hand in hand. Located on one of the northern atolls, the hotel offers a unique and exclusive experience with its stylish villas and bungalows that stretch along the white sandy beach and crystal clear water.
The hotel has several restaurants that serve both international and local dishes, as well as a spa where you can get treatments and pamper both body and mind. If you're into water sports, you can try windsurfing, snorkelling, diving or kayaking, and with a reef on your doorstep, there's also plenty of opportunity to explore the colorful marine life.
For those who want to stay active, there is a gym, yoga and outdoor activities such as beach volleyball. If you want to pamper yourself even more, you can book a private dinner on the beach or go on a sunset cruise.
Hotel: Reethi Faru
reviews: The hotel has received 4,6 out of five stars on Google
Address: Filaidhoo, Maldives
Facilityr: Restaurants, spa, gym, airport transfer
Soneva jani
Soneva jani offers top-shelf barefoot luxury, where sumptuous villas, gourmet food and luxurious service and experiences await you. Here you can unleash your inner child in the most exclusive surroundings, while speeding down your own private slide or relaxing to a film in the outdoor cinema.
In addition, there is also plenty of opportunity to frolic in the unreal crystal-clear water either during the assault by snorkelling or diving or by water sports activities.
The hotel is part of the Soneva chain, which is known for its very luxurious hotels and innovative design. The hotel is perfect for couples if you are going on a romantic trip, but it is also child-friendly, so you can also go with the whole family.
Hotel: Soneva jani
reviews: The hotel has received 4,6 out of five stars on Google
Address: Medhufaru Island, Manadhoo, Maldives
Facilityr: Restaurants, private pool, private beach, spa and wellness
Conrad Maldives Rangali Island
If you are looking for a hotel for your luxury holiday in the Maldives that is the epitome of elegance and luxury, this is it Conrad Maldives Rangali Island an obvious choice. The hotel is located on two private islands connected by a bridge, and the islands create the perfect setting for an unforgettable experience with beautiful nature and luxurious facilities.
It is also possible to spend the night in a luxury villa out on the water, which the Maldives is so well known for. Conrad Maldives is also known for its exceptional dining options including Ithaa Undersea Restaurant, which is a glass-domed underwater restaurant where you can enjoy gourmet food while the fish swim right next to it.
For those looking for self-pampering, the hotel has two spa departments with a wide range of treatments. For the active and water-loving, there is everything from diving and snorkelling to private dolphin safaris, where you can get up close to the unique marine life around the islands.
Hotel: Conrad Maldives Rangali Island
reviews: The hotel has received 4,7 out of five stars on Google
Address: Rangali Island Alifu Dhaalu Atoll, 20077, Maldives
Facilities: 12 restaurants, spa, children's and teen club, two pool areas
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Vakkaru – idyllic luxury holiday in the Maldives
Vakkaru Maldives is an idyllic oasis in the middle of the beautiful nature of the Maldives, where luxury and relaxation go hand in hand. The exclusive hotel is located on a beautiful island in the Baa Atoll, a UNESCO World Heritage Site for its rich marine life and impressive coral reefs.
The hotel has a wide selection of luxurious villas and suites both on the beach and over the water, so there is something for everyone - whether you prefer to wake up to the sound of the waves from your own beach villa or want to live directly on the turquoise sea in a villa on the sea.
Vakkaru has a lot of different activities and facilities, making it an ideal choice for families and couples alike. You can dive and snorkel in the surrounding reef, go on a kayaking or jet skiing adventure, or just enjoy a relaxing day at the hotel's spa. For the active, there are also tennis and padel courts, a fitness center and outdoor yoga classes. And then of course there are the hotel's five restaurants, where you can pamper your taste buds.
Hotel: Vakkaru
reviews: The hotel has received 4,8 out of five stars on Google
Address: Vakkaru Island Baa Atoll, 20301, Maldives
Facilities: Tennis and padel courts, restaurants, children's club, spa
Four Seasons Resort Maldives at Landaa Giraavaru
Four Seasons Resort Maldives at Landaa Giraavaru is a luxurious paradise located on Baa Atoll. The hotel is surrounded by crystal clear waters and a beautiful coral reef, allowing guests to explore the unique underwater life that the Maldives is known for.
The hotel has a large selection of facilities, and there is something for all wishes and interests. You can explore the beautiful crystal clear waters that surround the island with activities such as diving, snorkelling and kayaking and get close to some of the sea's inhabitants such as dolphins and rays. You can also delve deeper into wellness in the hotel's award-winning spa, which offers everything from Ayurvedic treatments to yoga and meditation.
Four Seasons Landaa Giraavaru also has several fantastic restaurants serving everything from modern Italian cuisine to local cuisine.
Hotel: Four Seasons Resort Maldives at Landaa Giraavaru
reviews: The hotel has received 4,8 out of five stars on Google
Address: 20097, Maldives
Facilities: Restaurants, spa, kids club, training facilities
Joali Maldives – unique luxury holiday in the Maldives
The five-star hotel Joali Maldives is the epitome of luxurious design and comfort, and you feel it as soon as you set foot on the soft, white sand of the hotel's private beach. Here there is a focus on detail, service and gastronomy a little out of the ordinary, so you are sure to have a luxury holiday in the Maldives that you won't soon forget.
The hotel has both villas on the water and beach villas, all furnished in luxurious and natural materials and design. The spa at Joali is a chapter in itself. Here there is peace and balance, and you quickly forget the world outside. The hotel also has a great focus on gastronomy, and they have several restaurants where you can let your taste buds go on an adventure.
There is plenty of opportunity to explore the crystal clear water that surrounds the hotel both by snorkelling and diving, and the active can borrow the hotel's canoes. There is also a children's club for the youngest in the family, so you can also get some couple time on holiday.
Hotel: Maldives
reviews: The hotel has received 4,6 out of five stars on Google
Address: Muravandhoo Island, Maldives
Facilities: Restaurants, private beach, fitness center, spa
OZEN Reserve Bolifushi
Order all inclusive might make you think of big buffets, lots of people and questionable quality, but on OZEN Reserve Bolifushi they take the concept to completely new heights. Here it is about pure luxury, where every single detail has been thought through to create an experience where pampering and relaxation are paramount.
The hotel has both the classic luxury villas on stilts in the sea, where you can slide directly into the crystal clear water from your own slide. If you'd rather have solid ground under your feet, there are also several luxury villas that lie directly down to the beach with sea views. The hotel has several restaurants with a wide selection of cuisines, ranging from local flavors to international dishes, which are included in your stay.
For those looking for relaxation, the hotel's spa has a host of treatments where you can really get into gear. The hotel also offers various activities such as snorkeling, diving and other water sports opportunities, and there are several fantastic diving sites close to the hotel where you can explore the underwater life.
Hotel: OZEN Reserve Bolifushi
reviews: The hotel has received 4,7 out of five stars on Google
Address: Bolifushi Island Kaafu Atoll, 20222, Maldives
Facilities: Restaurants, fitness centre, spa, all inclusive, airport transfer
Anantara Kihavah Maldives Villas
There are many delicious hotels in the Maldives, but if you are looking for an exclusive hotel for couples that offers both luxurious relaxation and award-winning underwater adventures, then Anantara Kihavah Maldives Villas a good choice.
The hotel is on an island in a UNESCO biosphere reserve and there are plenty of fantastic snorkelling and diving opportunities. But you don't actually have to get wet to experience the amazing underwater life. The hotel has an award-winning underwater restaurant, where you can enjoy a delicious dinner while surrounded by corals and sea animals.
The hotel has 80 luxurious villas, and you can either choose one of the well-known water villas on stilts or get your own beach villa – and of course all villas have a private pool. There is, of course, also a spa department if the day is all about self-pampering. If you need to get your pulse up, you can either get it on the hotel tennis court, in the gym or on one of the training teams, or you can try one of the many activities such as snorkelling with turtles and rays, beach yoga, cooking classes and diving.
Hotel: Anantara Kihavah Maldives Villas
reviews: The hotel has received 4,9 out of five stars on Google
Address: Kihavah Huravalhi Island Baa Atoll, 20215, Maldives
Facilities: Restaurants, fitness centre, spa, all inclusive, airport transfer
12 hotels for a luxury holiday in the Maldives
- Gili Lankanfushi
- Six Senses Laamu
- Kandolhu Maldives
- Park Hyatt Maldives
- Reethi Faru
- Soneva jani
- Conrad Maldives Rangali Island
- Vakkaru
- Four Seasons Resort Maldives at Landaa Giraavaru
- Joali
- OZEN Reserve Bolifushi
- Anantara Kihavah Maldives Villas
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