Crystal-clear waters, overwater villas, and world-class service – the Maldives is home to the most luxurious resorts on earth. According to the Maldives tourism department, there are over hundred luxury resorts across the 26 Atoll in the Maldives.
If you are a first-timer, it will be quite difficult for you to choose a perfect resort that offers true luxury. So, to make it simple for you we have compiled the three best resorts in the Maldives based on opulence, culinary excellence, and other activities.
Best Luxury Resorts in Maldives
- Soneva Jani – Eco-Luxury Redefined in the Maldives
Soneva Jani is the finest resort in the tranquil Noonu Atoll, surrounded by the largest lagoons in the country. From Male International Airport, it is easily accessible via a 45-minute seaplane ride. It has ultra-luxurious overwater and island villas that come with private pools, waterslides, and retractable roofs for stargazing. Soneva Jani’s design makes it a more luxurious choice, as it combines Maldivian charm with eco-friendly materials and open-air spaces.
When it comes to dining, Soneva Jani offers a diverse culinary experience through its several restaurants. You can enjoy international, and Maldivian cuisine at its most loved restaurants which include The Gathering, Overseas by Mathias Dahlgren, Asian Kitchen, and The Crab Shack. In addition, you can also enjoy unique experiences like overwater dinners and floating breakfasts.
If you are an adventure soul, this luxury resort also offers snorkeling and sunset dolphin cruises. Plus, it has an on-site spa, yoga pavilion, and silent cinema. Its unmatched privacy, sustainability, and signature overwater observatory set Soneva Jani apart. Perfect for honeymooners, wellness seekers, and luxury travelers, stays start from around $2600 per night.
- Six Senses Laamu
Located on the remote Olhuveli Island in the less-explored Laamu Atoll, Six Senses Lammu is one of the serene holiday gateways. Getting there is an experience in itself, after a 50-minute local flight from Male International Airport, guests enjoy a beautiful speedboat ride to the island.
This resort has various luxurious features including a serene beachfront, overwater villas, private infinity pools, outdoor rain showers, and glass-bottom bathtubs. In addition, its design offers rustic elegance with eco-friendly material – leading to a barefoot luxury in every detail.
Dine in to enjoy organic food at Leaf, indulge in ushi at Zen, or enjoy wood-fired pizzas at Sip Sip, Six Senses Laamu is a treat for foodies. It also has a chocolate and ice cream parlor for sweet tooths.
If you like snorkeling with turtles, surfing, a sunset dolphin cruise or simply relaxing at the spa, there is something for every mood. In a nutshell, if you want to enjoy the eco-friendly values and peaceful vibe, this resort is ideal for nature lovers, couples, and luxury seekers. You can easily get standard rooms starting at around $2000 per night.
- JOALI Maldives
Joali is the Maldives’ first art-immersive resort located on Muranvandhoo Island in Raa Atoll. From Male International Airport, Joali is just 40 minutes seaplane ride. It has 73 villas and residences including one-bedroom water villas to sprawling four-bedroom estates. The villas are equipped with special artworks and artisan-crafted details, which are inspired by the stories of famous artists. One of the additional resort’s highlights is its art trail that allows one to explore island-wide art installations from international artists.
Joali has multiple restaurants each famous for their special cuisines. The most popular among them are Soake, Vandhoo, Bellins, and Manta Ray Tree House. In addition to these dining options, Jaoli also features SPA by ESPA that offers overwater treatment suites, and sound therapy.
Other activities that you can enjoy include art workshops with resident artists, marine conservation with biologists, scuba diving, paddleboarding, and kids’ storytelling experiences. If you are an art lover, this place has so much to offer. So, experience this luxury with rates starting at just $2500 per night.
Don’t Forget These 5 popular Activities & Wellness Experiences
- Snorkeling with Manta Rays or Turtles
- Overwater Spa Treatments
- Sunset Dolphin Cruise
- Floating Breakfast in a Private Pool
- Private Beach Dinner Under the Stars
So, why wait longer to set on an ultimate escape to beach heaven? Book your luxury Maldives getaway today with us, and enjoy an escape that you truly deserve.
