HURAWALHI
LUX SOUTH ARI ATOLL
MILAIDHOO
Cleverly blending desert island vibes with luxury touchpoints in one of the Maldives’ largest lagoons, Gili Lankanfushi is an away-from-it-all hideaway with just 45 overwater villas. The dining options are impressive and creative, and there’s plenty to do aside from the usual snorkelling and diving, with the opportunity to learn to surf on the nearby breaks or take a traditional cookery class.
OUTRIGGER Contemporary architecture with clean lines and designed with a palette that mirrors the sparkling blue surroundings. Outrigger Maldives Maafushivaru Resort is a small and romantic resort with wide white-sand beaches and a glorious lagoon. There’s a house reef for snorkelling, and if you board one of the dive centre’s boat trips, there’s a great chance of spotting turtles, manta rays, and whale sharks nearby.
W MALDIVES In 2025, W Maldives emerged from a glamorous top-to-toe renovation, re-establishing it as one of the most sought-after resorts in the Maldives.
Harnessing a sense of rebellion the ‘W’ brand has always been known for, there’s a contemporary swagger to W Maldives that’s a departure from many traditionally styled Maldivian resorts. That’s not to say it’s a party island, but it invites a little camaraderie if that’s what you’re looking for. The pursuit of injecting some zing in the styling doesn’t mean you miss out on tropical island touches – W Maldives still has all the hallmarks of a quintessential Maldivian retreat, just with a touch more verve than most.
HURAWALHI Adults-only, all-inclusive Hurawalhi is a place to slow the pace, ditch the shoes, dine under the sea and sleep over the waves.
Snorkelling at Hurawhali is sensational and its million-dollar location regularly hosts dolphins, manta rays and turtles. Other jewels include a pool almost merging with the ocean, a sugar-white sandbank, private yacht charter and all-villa accommodation.
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Dine at the teppanyaki grill, by the beach or at iconic 5.8 Undersea, an all-glass aquarium restaurant beneath the ocean.
LUX SOUTH ARI ATOLL With homemade bubblegum ice cream and a beach club vibe, expect a whimsical time on these paradise shores. There’s a playful feeling here, where beach parasols look like lollipops, and novelty swans wait to take you afloat on the powder blue water. Guests glide past on bikes, and there’s a sound of reggae in the distance – probably from the Lagoon Bar.
MILAIDHOO Intimate and stylish, at Milaidhoo, it’s about enjoying the natural environment in the folds of fuss-free luxury. This stunning small island sits in the remote Baa Atoll – the Maldives’ only UNESCO World Biosphere Reserve frequented by dolphins, manta rays and whale sharks and known for its seriously swish but sensitively- designed resorts. Only non-motorised water sports are available here, affording a lovely sense of calm to this tranquil island.
NIYAMA PRIVATE ISLANDS There are so many opportunities to create your own Maldivian experiences across tropical twin islands – Chill and Play. Niyama Private Islands extends the conventional concept of luxury. Chill and Play are both blessed with exceptional natural beauty but offer distinct atmospheres. Discover new depths of relaxation at The Drift Spa on Chill or find delightful diversions on Play when you’re looking for more active pursuits. Then retreat to quintessentially Maldivian villas and pavilions, each with contemporary styling and splashes of colour that give them an edge yet remain the epitome of exclusive hideaways.
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