The best resorts in the Maldives
The top 3 according to 122 votes from people: Soneva Fushi · Cheval Blanc Randheli · Gili Lankanfushi. (Updated Apr 3, 2025.)
Overwater villas, house reefs and private islands: the Maldives resorts most praised by luxury travel guides and guests.
Top 10
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1
Soneva Fushi
Barefoot luxury pioneer in Baa Atoll, a UNESCO biosphere reserve.
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2
Cheval Blanc Randheli
LVMH's resort in Noonu Atoll.
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3
Gili Lankanfushi
Overwater villas, including the Private Reserve reached only by boat.
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4
Velaa Private Island
Ultra-private island with a golf academy and overwater spa.
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5
Waldorf Astoria Maldives Ithaafushi
Resort spread over three islands, with an ultra-private island.
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6
Baros Maldives
Intimate classic resort close to Malé, popular with honeymooners.
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7
Four Seasons Resort Maldives at Landaa Giraavaru
Manta ray research centre in Baa Atoll.
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8
Six Senses Laamu
The only resort in Laamu Atoll, with strong marine conservation.
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9
One&Only Reethi Rah
Large island resort with twelve beaches.
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10
The Ritz-Carlton Maldives, Fari Islands
Circular overwater villas designed by Kerry Hill.
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11
Conrad Maldives Rangali Island
Home of Ithaa, the undersea restaurant.
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12
The St. Regis Maldives Vommuli
Design resort in Dhaalu Atoll with a whale-shaped library.
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Comments (4)
Gili Lankanfushi for honeymoon, overwater villas with slides into the sea.
Soneva Fushi is barefoot luxury, best holiday of my life.
Conrad Rangali's underwater restaurant Ithaa, unforgettable.
Prices are crazy but it's paradise.