The best hotels have floor-to-ceiling windows in Maldives
Mӧvenpick Resort Kuredhivaru Maldives
Kuredhivaru, 20026 Manadhoo, Maldives
Located in Noonu Atoll, one of the least disturbed Atolls of the Maldives, Mӧvenpick Resort Kuredhivaru Maldives is only 45 minutes away from Male International Airport by seaplane. The resort features facilities like Sun Spa by Esthederm, an outdoor infinity swimming pool facing the sunset, and an abundant sea life and house reef for snorkeling. All guest rooms are equipped with a spacious patio with a private plunge pool and sunbeds, air conditioning, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a fridge, a coffee machine, a kettle, a mini bar, and a dining table. Every room is fitted with a private bathroom with free toiletries and free-standing bathtub, while some boast sea views. A buffet breakfast is available every morning at Mӧvenpick Resort Kuredhivaru Maldives. The property features an over-water restaurant serving fresh local seafood in refined international cuisine and a laid-back pool side bar and restaurant with grilling cuisine. This family friendly resort allows kids under 12 years of age to eat and stay for free using the existing bed and features a kid pool, kids club and Power Bite – kids’ healthy menu. Other resort facility includes 24 hours beachfront fitness center, tennis court, water sport activities and excursions. Speaking German, English, Spanish and Chinese, staff at the reception can help you plan your stay. The famous dove sites of Noonu Atoll like Christmas Rock, Raafushi, and Orimas Thila are located only a few minutes away from the resort by speedboat.
Club Gabbiano
Fenboavalhu Magu, 09020 Rasdhoo, Maldives
Located in Rasdhoo, Club Gabbiano offers beachfront accommodations a few steps from Rashdoo Bikini Beach and facilities like a private beach area. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, room service and an ATM, along with free WiFi. The property provides a tour desk, and currency exchange for guests. Rooms are complete with a private bathroom, while certain rooms at the guesthouse also offer a seating area. Guests at Club Gabbiano can enjoy a continental or a buffet breakfast. Rasdhoo North Beach is an 11-minute walk from the accommodation. The nearest airport is Male International, 5 km from Club Gabbiano, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.
The Nautilus Maldives
The Nautilus Maldives, 20066 Baa Atoll, Maldives
The Nautilus is a privately-owned luxury resort in the Baa atoll UNESCO biosphere reserve, near Hanifaru Bay where you can swim with manta rays in season. This natural island has its own outstanding coral reef just yards from its beaches. Each of the 26 houses is a suite with separate living and bedrooms, as well as personal butler, private pool and ocean views. In every house guests can enjoy free wifi, complimentary water, tea, coffee and soft drinks, bottle of champagne on arrival, and evening gourmet turn down. Mini bar and wine fridge can be stocked with the guest’s own choices. Rooms feature two flat screen satellite TVs, on-demand movies, spacious air-conditioned bathroom, designer bathroom toiletries, luxurious free standing bathtub, separate walk-in shower, air conditioning and ceiling fan. Certain rooms feature glass floors in the living room. Activities such as non-motorized water sports, including windsurfing, canoeing, catamaran sailing and snorkeling are complimentary. All guests can also enjoy complimentary light bites from the poolside Deli during the day. This luxury resort also offers a full service over-water spa, three restaurants, two bars, outdoor infinity pool, a library, fitness center, complimentary yoga, kids’ club, and Wifi.
Hideaway Beach Resort & Spa
Dhonakulhi Island, 99999 Dhidhdhoo, Maldives
Hideaway Beach Resort & Spa at Dhonakulhi offers luxurious boutique accommodations in the Haa Alif Atoll in Northern Maldives. With only 5% island with constructions, the rest of the island offers tropical, natural and private space. The resort offers exclusive villas with personal butlers and 4 dining options. It has free WiFi access throughout the property. The spacious villas at Hideaway Beach Resort come with private pool and direct beach access. The property offers the only operational fully-equipped private Marina in the country and the only in-house professional tennis academy. The spa features 12 private treatment suites, steam room and hair salon set in manicured gardens. For those who love to be active, there are two outdoor pools, the recreation center with its gym and beach volleyball court. The property also offers extensive water sports like fishing, on-site dove center and a range of excursions. Matheefaru Restaurant serves international dishes and offers stunning sea views. The over-water Samsara Asian restaurant serves modern Indian cuisine. Meeru Bar and Grill offers contemporary European dishes as well as sea-food, pizzas and snacks. Hideaway Beach Resort & Spa is a 50-minute domestic flight followed by a 15-minute speedboat ride away from Male International Airport.
Paralian Hulhumale'
12 Nirolhu Magu Paralian Hulhumale', Nirolhu Magu 12, 10359, Hulhumale, Male', Maldives, 10359 Hulhumale, Maldives
Located in Hulhumale, Paralian Hulhumale' offers beachfront accommodations a few steps from Eastern/ Hulhumale beach and has facilities like a restaurant, a shared lounge and a private beach area. Featuring family rooms, this property also provides guests with a terrace. The property provides a 24-hour front desk, room service and currency exchange for guests. All rooms come with air conditioning, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, an electric tea pot, a bidet, a hairdryer and a desk. Rooms come complete with a private bathroom equipped with a shower and free toiletries, while some accommodations at the hotel also feature a seating area. Guest rooms have a closet. Guests at Paralian Hulhumale' can enjoy a continental or a buffet breakfast. Ferry Terminal Park is a 5-minute walk from the accommodation. The nearest airport is Male International, 6.3 km from Paralian Hulhumale', and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.
Thundi Guest House
Stella, 12001 Fulidhoo, Maldive
Located on a sandy beach with crystal clear sea water, Thundi Guest House offers simple accommodations in the island of Fulidhoo. The property is 250 m from the Fulidhoo Cave and the Reef Tip Faru Kolu. All rooms come with air conditioning and have free WiFi access. The private bathroom includes A shower and free toiletries. Thundi Guest House is 0.6 mi from the Kunaavashi Kandu Diving Point. The inhouse restaurant serves both local and European cuisines.
Four Seasons Resort Maldives at Landaa Giraavaru
Baa Atoll, Republic of Maldives, Landaa Giraavaru island, 20215 Baa Atoll, Maldives
Featuring lush jungle interior and a sparkling 3.2 km lagoon, Four Seasons Resort Maldives is located in Baa Atoll, a UNESCO World Biosphere Reserve. It is a 30-minute seaplane flight from Male International Airport. Guests can enjoy the meals at any of the four in-house restaurants. Land-based accommodations have private beach access, pool, outdoor showers and lush private gardens. Water Villas offer panoramic Indian Ocean views through floor to ceiling windows, spacious sundecks, outdoor showers, and nets for over-water lazing. Experience Anti Gravity Yoga, Panchakarma, the Night Spa and a Rossano Ferretti Hair Salon at the multi-award winning Spa & Ayurvedic Retreat, complemented by Ayurvedic options in all four restaurants and bars. You can swim with seasonal groups of manta rays and whale sharks. Join coral reefscaping and turtle rehabilitation projects at the Marine Discovery Center. The property also offers kite-surfing, X-Jetblades and parasailing.