Maldives

Four Seasons Resort Maldives at Landaa Giraavaru is a luxurious island retreat located in the Baa Atoll UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, accessible via a 35-minute seaplane from Malé. Set on a 44-acre private island, the resort offers 103 spacious beach and overwater villas, each with a private pool and designed for maximum privacy and comfort. Guests can enjoy world-class dining across eight restaurants and bars, including Mediterranean cuisine at Blu and Middle Eastern specialties at Al Barakat. Resort Star Category: 5 Star Location: Baa Atoll Number of rooms: 103  Airport Transfer: Accessible via a 35-minute seaplane from Malé.

Hotel Riu Palace Maldivas is a 5-star all-inclusive resort located on Kedhigandu Island in the Dhaalu Atoll, reachable via a 45-minute domestic flight and 15-minute speedboat from Malé. It offers 176 beachfront and overwater suites, some with private pools. Guests enjoy multiple dining options, a spa, water sports, and access to the nearby Riu Atoll resort via footbridge. Ideal for couples, families, and honeymooners seeking a luxurious island escape.   Resort Star Category: 5 Star Location: Kedhigandu Island in Dhaalu Atoll Number of rooms: 176  Airport Transfer: Reachable via a 45-minute domestic flight and 15-minute speedboat from Malé.  

Le Méridien Maldives Resort & Spa is a luxury eco-certified resort on Thilamaafushi Island, about 35 minutes by seaplane or 90 minutes by speedboat from Malé. It offers 134 stylish overwater and beach villas with private pools and modern amenities. Guests can enjoy diverse dining options, a serene overwater spa, water sports, diving, and a kids' club. The resort emphasizes sustainability with marine conservation efforts. Ideal for couples, families, and wellness seekers, it combines natural beauty with contemporary design for a relaxing island getaway.   Resort Star Category: 5 Star Location: Thilamaafushi Island Number of rooms: 134  Airport Transfer: About 35 minutes by seaplane or 90 minutes by speedboat from Malé.  

Dusit Thani Maldives is a luxury 5-star resort on Mudhdhoo Island in Baa Atoll, a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve. It has 94 villas with private pools and direct beach or lagoon access. Guests can enjoy four restaurants offering Thai and international cuisine, a serene Devarana Wellness spa, and activities like snorkeling, diving, and dolphin watching. Transfers are by 35-minute seaplane or a domestic flight plus speedboat. The resort blends Thai hospitality with Maldivian charm, ideal for couples, families, and honeymooners seeking luxury and nature.   Resort Star Category: 5 Star Location: Mudhdhoo Island in Baa Atoll Number of rooms: 94  Airport Transfer: Transfers are by 35-minute seaplane or a domestic flight plus speedboat  

Centara Grand Island Resort & Spa Maldives is a luxury 5-star resort in South Ari Atoll. It features 112 beachfront suites and overwater villas in various categories. The resort is ideal for couples, families, and honeymooners. Guests can  arriveby a 25-minute seaplane from Malé International Airport. Alternatively, a 20-minute domestic flight plus a 15-minute speedboat transfer is available. The resort offers multiple restaurants and bars with global cuisines. Facilities include a spa, fitness center, kids’ club, and diving/snorkeling activities. A vibrant house reef surrounds the island, perfect for marine life exploration. Transfers require advance booking with standard baggage limits. Centara combines comfort, luxury, and natural beauty for a memorable Maldives stay.   Resort Star Category: 5 Star Location: South Ari Atoll Number of rooms: 112  Airport Transfer: Alternatively, a 20-minute domestic flight plus a 15-minute speedboat transfer is available.  

Atmosphere Kanifushi is a luxury all-inclusive resort located in the Maldives, known for its pristine white-sand beaches, crystal-clear turquoise waters, and vibrant coral reefs. The resort features 162 villas and suites, including overwater and beach villas with private pools, offering a perfect blend of comfort and natural beauty. Guests can enjoy diverse dining options, water sports, a spa, and family-friendly activities, all set in a tranquil, tropical paradise ideal for relaxation and adventure. It is accessible exclusively by a 30–35 minute seaplane transfer from Malé, offering scenic aerial views of the atolls. Resort Star Category: 5 Star Location: Lhaviyani Atoll Number of rooms: 162 villas and suites Airport Transfer: It is accessible exclusively by a 30–35 minute seaplane transfer from Malé, offering scenic aerial views of the atolls.

Heritance Aarah is a luxury all-inclusive resort in the Maldives, set in the pristine Raa Atoll. Offering stunning overwater and beachfront villas, it blends contemporary design with traditional Maldivian charm. The resort features multiple fine dining options, a holistic spa, water sports, and vibrant marine life ideal for snorkeling and diving. Accessible via a scenic 40-minute seaplane journey from Malé, Heritance Aarah promises a seamless and indulgent island escape. Resort Star Category: 5 Star Location:  Raa Atoll Number of rooms: 150  Airport Transfer: Accessible via a scenic 40-minute seaplane journey from Malé, Heritance Aarah promises a seamless and indulgent island escape.

Kuramathi Maldives is a luxurious island resort situated in the Rasdhoo Atoll, approximately 56 kilometers west of Malé. As one of the largest resort islands in the Maldives, it spans about 1.8 kilometers in length, offering a diverse range of accommodations and activities suitable for couples, families, and solo travelers alike.The island is accessible via a 20-minute seaplane flight or a 90-minute speedboat ride from Velana International Airport in Malé, offering guests convenient transfer options. Resort Star Category: 5 Star  Location: Rasdhoo Atoll Number of rooms: 360 Villas Airport Transfer:The island is accessible via a 20-minute seaplane flight or a 90-minute speedboat ride from Velana International Airport in Malé, offering guests convenient transfer options.

Baros is a small, idyllic island located in the North Malé Atoll of the Maldives, just 25 minutes by speedboat from Malé International Airport. Famous for its natural beauty and luxury, Baros is home to Baros Maldives, one of the most acclaimed boutique resorts in the country. The island features lush tropical vegetation, white sandy beaches, and a pristine house reef ideal for snorkeling and diving. Baros offers exclusive overwater and beachside villas, gourmet dining, spa treatments, and personalized service, making it a popular destination for couples, honeymooners, and those seeking a peaceful, romantic escape. The island also promotes eco-conscious tourism through marine conservation initiatives.   Resort Star Category: 5 Star Location: North Malé Atoll Number of rooms: 75  Airport Transfer: Just 25 minutes by speedboat from Malé International Airport.

Velassaru Maldives is a luxury island resort in the South Malé Atoll, just 25 minutes by speedboat from Malé International Airport. It features 129 elegant beachfront and overwater villas, five restaurants, two bars, an overwater spa, and a variety of water sports and excursions. Known for its minimalist design and stunning ocean views, the resort also emphasizes sustainability with marine conservation initiatives. It's ideal for couples and travelers seeking a peaceful, upscale tropical getaway.   Resort Star Category: 5 Star  Location: South Malé Atoll Number of rooms:129  Airport Transfer: Just 25 minutes by speedboat from Malé International Airport.

Kurumba Maldives is a luxury resort located on Vihamanaafushi Island in the North Malé Atoll, just a 10-minute speedboat ride from Malé International Airport. As the first resort to open in the Maldives in 1972, it blends traditional Maldivian charm with modern comforts across 180 rooms and villas, ranging from Superior Rooms to the lavish Two Bedroom Kurumba Residence. Guests can enjoy a wide variety of international cuisines at its seven restaurants and three bars, as well as a full-service spa, vibrant coral reef snorkeling, diving, and numerous water sports. With family-friendly activities, nightly entertainment, and a strong commitment to sustainability and community support, Kurumba offers a well-rounded and accessible island escape.   Resort Star Category: 5 Star Location:  Vihamanaafushi Island Number of rooms: 180  Airport Transfer: Just a 10-minute speedboat ride from Malé International Airport.

Sheraton Maldives Full Moon Resort & Spa is a 5-star resort on Furanafushi Island, just 15 minutes by speedboat from Malé Airport. It offers 176 rooms, including beach cottages and overwater villas, many with private pools. Guests enjoy 7 restaurants and bars, a luxurious Shine Spa on a private island, and a variety of activities like snorkeling, diving, and dolphin cruises. The resort also features a kids' club, fitness center, and family-friendly amenities, blending relaxation with adventure in a tropical paradise. Resort Star Category: 5 Star Location:Furanafushi Island Number of rooms:176 Airport Transfer: Just 15 minutes by speedboat from Malé Airport.