There are nearly 200 hotels and resorts scattered across this gorgeous archipelago - many with the signature overwater bungalows the Maldives are known for - so it´s tough to narrow it down, but here´s a go:
Set on its own island in the remote Noonu Atoll, 47 ultra-luxury villas — including beachfront, garden-water and over-water designs — each have a private infinity pool and refined, contemporary-Maldives decor combining high ceilings, natural wood, clean lines and panoramic lagoon views. Guests enjoy a private beach, a dedicated Guerlain spa, a tennis/padel court, world-class fine dining across multiple restaurants, a wine-and-cigar bar, diving and water sports, a kids’ club, and yacht- and boat-charter services. Typical nightly rates for a double-occupancy villa start around US$2,600–3,000 (low season, rising significantly in peak season).
Nestled on a private island in Thaa Atoll, this mix of 65 villas and suites — a mix of beach and over-water accommodations — in a minimal, light-filled style by architect Koichiro Ikebuchi. Interiors and exteriors emphasize clean lines, natural materials and open spaces, whether in lush garden villas, beachfront cottages or water villas with private terraces and plunge pools. Amenities include the full-service Shambhala spa, a gourmet Japanese restaurant, direct access to reefs for snorkeling/diving, and family-friendly facilities. Nightly rates for a standard two-person room typically start around US$1,300–1,600, depending on season.
Set on lush 44-acre Landaa Giraavaru island, these 103 villas and over-water suites seamlessly blending contemporary Maldivian decor with natural materials and turquoise sea views. Interiors favor thatch, wood and neutral tones that echo the lagoon and jungle surroundings. Key amenities include multiple beachfront and over-water pools, a full-service spa, a fine-dining Indian restaurants, a marine-life discovery center, dive and snorkel excursions, and direct access to coral reefs and marine reserve waters. Nightly rates for a standard two-person villa typically start around US $2,100–2,300 depending on season.
Park Hyatt Maldives Hadahaa
Set on a remote coral-ringed island in the southern Gaafu Alifu Atoll, the resort comprises 51 villas — a mix of beachfront and over-water, nestled in lush tropical vegetation and lagoon waters. Its décor is minimalist and natural: teak wood, soft sand-coloured tones, and open-air showers. Guests enjoy direct access to one of Maldives’ richest house reefs for snorkeling/diving, two pristine white-sanded beaches, a full-service spa & wellness centre, infinity pool, yoga, and multiple dining venues including a Japanese over-water restaurant. Typical nightly rates for a two-person villa start around US$900–1,300, rising in peak periods.
Tucked away on a lush private island in the remote Laamu Atoll, this resort features 97 sustainable beachfront and over-water villas that effortlessly fuse rustic-chic design with modern comforts. Interiors use natural materials — wood, palms, and neutral tones — echoing the island’s tropical lagoon and jungle surroundings. The resort offers top amenities: a full spa, an open-air yoga pavilion, watersports including surfing and diving, a lively kids club, four themed dining venues utilizing organics from the resort's own garden, an ice-cream bar, and direct reef access for snorkelling. For a two-person villa, nightly rates normally start around $1,400–1,600 in low season and climb with demand.
On the Maldives´ largest island, in the Baa Atoll, (and part of a UNESCO World Heritage Biosphere Reserve) you'll find 60–65 villas — from romantic one-bedroom hideaways to sprawling multi-bedroom family residences — all designed with rustic-chic, eco-luxury style: thatched roofs, natural woods, open-air bathrooms and private beach access. Guests enjoy barefoot-luxury amenities: a world-class spa, ocean-face infinity pool, open-air cinema, stargazing observatory, a children’s and teens’ club, exceptional diving and snorkeling on a protected reef, and gourmet dining across multiple venues. A double-occupancy villa typically begins at around $3,300–3,600 per night, though rates rise in high season.
Set on a pristine lagoon also in Noonu Atoll, it´s got around 60 mostly over-water villas crafted from sustainable materials with wood, bamboo and neutral tones blending into the surroundings. Many feature retractable roofs, private freshwater pools, lagoon-side decks and optional water slides. Principal amenities include a full-service spa, overwater cinema, stargazing observatory, four gourmet restaurants, diving and snorkeling directly on reef, water sports, kids’ and teens’ club, and bespoke experiences. Nightly rates for a double villa typically range from around $2,800–3,500, depending on season and villa type.
St. Regis Maldives Vommuli Resort
Set on a lush private island in Dhaalu Atoll just 40 minutes by boat from Malé, the property features 77 villas and over-water suites combining sleek modern design with Maldivian craftsmanship. Interiors offer floor-to-ceiling windows, private pools or decks, plus iPad-controlled lighting and climate. Guests enjoy a private white-sand beach, the renowned over-water Iridium Spa, infinity pools, fine dining across multiple restaurants, water sports, diving on the house reef, a luxury yacht charter service, and personalized butler service. Typical nightly rates for a double-occupancy villa begin around $1,770–1,950, depending on season and villa type.
Velaa Private Island Luxury Resort & Spa
Its 47 villas and residences — including beach, over-water, and multi-bedroom family-style dwellings — are all styled with sleek, contemporary design blending Maldives minimalism and luxury. Interiors feature clean lines, natural materials (wood, stone) and panoramic lagoon or ocean views. Signature amenities include a 9-hole golf course, world-class spa, diving and snorkeling on a pristine reef, private yacht excursions, fine dining across several restaurants, swimming pools, water sports, and a kids’ club. Typical nightly rates for a double-occupancy villa begin around $2,500–3,200, varying by season and villa type.
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