Luxury hotels in South Male Atoll

Hey! When I travel I love to stay at luxurious hotels - especially the kind of places that offer over the top extras and really spoil their guests with great service, nice spas, awesome restaurants and beautiful views. What more can you want? To save some time, I've put together this list of my favourite 5-star hotels and resorts in South Male Atoll. I hope you will like it!

• 1 Waldorf Astoria Maldives Ithaafushi South Male Atoll, Maldives

  

  Resort. Located in South Male Atoll, Waldorf Astoria Maldives Ithaafushi covers 3.5 km length of greenery and beaches spanning across 3 islands encircling a lagoon. This luxury hotel offers 11 unique dining venues including Chinese, Middle Eastern and a signature tree top restaurant. Each villa offers a spacious outdoor living area with an infinity pool, a gazebo ideal for alfresco dining and a swing day bed for relaxation. The horizontal architecture layout of the villa ensures spectacular view of the azure waters. The villa amenities include a selection of tea, nespresso café, mini bar and in-room IPad control. A luxurious and modern bathroom with walk-in closets, double vanity, indoor and outdoor shower and a deep soak oval tub. The property houses a wellness spa offering 10 treatment villas. Activities on-site include diving and a water sports centre, yoga, a tennis court, fitness centre and a young discovery park with daily children's programs and babysitting services. Complimentary bicycles are available in every villa. Velana International Airport is 21 km away from the property. Show full description Guest review score 9.8, rooms from around $2100.

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• 2 OZEN LIFE MAADHOO - Luxury All Inclusive South Male Atoll, Maldives

  

  Resort. Offering a year-round outdoor pool and a private beach area, OZEN LIFE MAADHOO - Luxury All Inclusive is situated in South Malé Atoll. The resort is approximately 45 minutes away from Malé by speedboat. A children's playground and a restaurant are available at the property. Our All Inclusive - The INDULGENCE Plan includes a complimentary Return Airport transfers by Luxury Speedboat, specialty Fine Dining experiences, premium brands of spirits, beer, wines, and cocktails, use of snorkeling equipment & non-motorized water sports, Spa experience or Dive Experience and minibar replenished once daily. Specialty Fine Dining experiences and Spa experiences or Dive Experiences are applicable for stays 4 nights and above. Other facilities at the resort include a 24-hour front desk, a shared lounge, hairdresser and gift shop. During their stay, guests can enjoy a selection of beverages such as wines, spirits, champagne and more. The property also features an underwater fine dining restaurant, M6m, where guests can dine on modern seafood cuisine surrounded by views of local marine life. Degustation menus with wine pairings are available. Guests also have access to the resort's water sports facilities and free bike hire. A range of activities and excursions are offered, such as snorkelling and sunset fishing, which can be conveniently arranged by OZEN LIFE MAADHOO - Luxury All Inclusive. Show full description Guest review score 9.4

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• 3 Velassaru Maldives South Male Atoll, Maldives

  

  Resort. Velassaru Maldives offers luxurious beachfront and over-water accommodation with uninterrupted ocean views. It features a wide range of water and adventure sports, as well as sunset cruises and yoga classes. Guests can enjoy relaxing spa treatments in over-water pavilions, or hop on a Maldivian boat and watch the crew demonstrate traditional fishing methods. Resort facilities include a fitness centre, tennis court and infinity pool with the view of the beach and the ocean. Chinese speaking staff is available for assistance. Featuring wooden ceilings and floors for a tropical atmosphere, the bungalows and villas at Velassaru have air conditioning and ceiling fans. Each room is equipped with a flat-screen TV, international TV channels and DVD player. Some rooms also come with Nespresso machine and wine chiller. The private bathroom comes with L'Occitane bath products, beach bags and slippers. A wide variety of international specialities are prepared at Velassaru’s 5 restaurants, including fresh contemporary sea food, Japanese, international and grill pan Indian options. The 2 beach bars serve cocktails and wines. In-villa or private island dining can also be arranged. Velassaru Maldives is a 25-minute speedboat ride from Malé International Airport. Show full description Guest review score 9.3, rooms from around $479.

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• 4 Hard Rock Hotel Maldives South Male Atoll, Maldives

  

  Resort. Located within Emboodhoo Lagoon, Hard Rock Hotel Maldives is only a 15-minute speedboat ride away from the airport. The hotel features a large ocean view swimming pool with a slide and underwater speakers, Rock Spa, Body Rock gym, Rock Shop, Hard Rock Café, and a direct access to The Marina @ CROSSROADS. All rooms in the hotel are fitted with a Simmons “Cool-Max” bed with 300 threads count bed linens, flat-screen TV with satellite channels and interactive games, Soundbar, a mini-bar and complimentary tea and coffee. The property offers complimentary use of Fender guitars and Crosley record players for in-room jam sessions. Guests at Hard Rock Hotel Maldives can enjoy a buffet breakfast every morning at the all-day dining restaurant and treat their taste buds to delectable on-site food and beverage options including a Pan – Latin American restaurant. This family-friendly resort features a spacious Roxity Kids Club & Teen Spirit Club offering music-inspired activities suitable for kids from 3 – 17 years old and everyone in the family. Male City is 8 km. from the hotel, while Maafushi is 19 km. away. The nearest airport is Male International Airport, 8 km from the property. Show full description Guest review score 9.1, rooms from around $720.

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• 5 Taj Exotica Resort & Spa South Male Atoll, Maldives

  

  Resort. 5-star exclusivity awaits at Taj Exotica Resort & Spa, with luxurious villas and a large infinity pool with clear lagoon views. It features 2 restaurants, a bar and a fitness centre. Free WiFi access is available in all rooms. Staff are able to converse in Chinese. Featuring private sundecks and balconies, large villas are decorated with fine wood furnishings and warm colours. First-rate amenities include a Nespresso coffee machine and iPod dock. Premium toiletries and rain showers are provided. Extras in the room include a dental kit and slippers. Rooms offer Chinese cable channels and an electric kettle. A wide range of water sports including diving, fishing and windsurfing are available at Taj Exotica Resort & Spa. Alternatively, relax with soothing spa treatments at Jiva Grande Spa. All-day dining with a wide spread of international dishes is provided at 24 Degrees Restaurant. The Deep End offers fine dining in an elegant environment. Taj Exotica Resort & Spa is 8 km from Malé International Airport, which takes 15 minutes by a private speedboat available 24 hours a day. Show full description Guest review score 9.1, rooms from around $622.

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• 6 SAii Lagoon Maldives, Curio Collection By Hilton South Male Atoll, Maldives

  

  Resort. Located within Emboodhoo Lagoon, SAii Lagoon Maldives, Curio Collection by Hilton is only a 15-minute speedboat ride away from the airport. The hotel features an outdoor infinity pool, a fitness center, and a direct access to The Marina @ CROSSROADS. All guest rooms feature Creature comfort pillows, 300 thread count bed linens, personalized natural bathroom amenities, tasty signature Snack Box, mini-bar, flat-screen TV with satellite channels, and coffee and tea amenities. Guests at SAii Lagoon Maldives, Curio Collection by Hilton have a large variety of in-house dining options including Mediterranean seafood and Thai - inspired restaurants, and a café, while The Beach Club and Hard Rock Café are just steps from the resort. Guests can enjoy a buffet breakfast every morning. With its prime location close to The Marina @ CROSSROADS, the resort also offers facilities for guests including watersports and dive center, Marine Discovery Center, Maldives Discovery Centre, and Junior Beach Club and Camp. Male City is 8 km. from the hotel, while Maafushi is 19 km. away. The nearest airport is Male International Airport, 8 km. from the property. Show full description Guest review score 9.0, rooms from around $460.

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• 7 Adaaran Prestige Vadoo - Premium All Inclusive with Free Transfers South Male Atoll, Maldives

  

  Resort. Adaaran Prestige Vadoo offers water villas with a private plunge pool and a glass-bottomed bathroom lounge with view of marine life. Free WiFi is provided in the rooms. Villas are equipped with a balcony, LCD TV with Marshall Bluetooth speaker player and Chinese TV channels, minibar, home theatre surround system and personal 24-hour butler service with in-room dining. A pillow menu is available. There is an electric kettle. Slippers and dental kit are provided. Guests of Adaaran Prestige Vadoo can take a dip in the outdoor pool or go for an in-room spa treatment. Activities to do include diving, snorkelling, fishing or table tennis. Facilities include restaurants, and one coffee bar. Currency exchange and laundry services are provided. Adaaran Prestige Vadoo is 8 km from Malé International Airport, which is about 15 minutes by speedboat. Show full description Guest review score 8.5, rooms from around $688.

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I try my best to keep this guide up to date and I last refreshed it in November 2022. Did I miss a luxury hotel that should be on this list? Send me an email and let me know!