Maldives is known for its sky-like water and the villas that people live in to feel the water. It is a destination for everyone who desires and deserves solitude while being in touch with nature. Villas on the beach or floating on water (some underwater) are the best remote villas one can imagine. Maldives is, therefore, the best island for a couple to spend a holiday at. Privacy for intimacy makes these beach or water villas the best honeymoon destinations for newlyweds.
Apart from white sands and palm trees lining the shores, these luxurious villas provide access to the abundant marine life and coral reefs the Indian Ocean has. Out of more than 100, we have selected 10 resorts in Maldives, spread across all the 26 atolls. The list contains both beach and water villas that are both luxurious as well as economical.
The following list contains details about Maldives’ romantic resorts along with the tour packages associated with them.
The eco-friendly Hurawalhi Island features a five-star adults-only resort. The largest underwater restaurant in the world, a tropical champagne pavilion, chic villas, etc., are its major components. The 90 villas at this five-star resort are reachable from Male via a breathtaking 40-minute seaplane journey. It caters to people seeking ambience. There are 60 Ocean Villas and 30 Beach Villas. At Hurawalhi, there is a plethora of romantic experiences like:
If you both love sports, you must play beach volleyball and go deep-sea fishing. Snorkelling around the house reef and night fluorescent diving are included in all Maldives tour packages.
Reviewed as the most beautiful resort for honeymooners, Cocoa Island Resort has 33 romantic water villas and 3 suites on the island. It doesn’t have any kid-friendly amenities. A high-ranked hotel in the Maldives based on feedback from guests, the hotel is perfect for adults. It is only 40 minutes from Malé Airport. Each water villa is secluded and resembles a traditional fishing boat in the Maldives. In addition to sports like diving and snorkelling, you can spend a serene time at the spa. You may practise yoga with an instructor at The Pavilion.
Baros, a wonderful retreat in the North Male Atoll, is about 25 minutes from Male Airport via motorboat. With so many villas to pick from and these super chic surroundings, this is the perfect island getaway for young and old couples alike. Baros, a five-star boutique hotel in the Maldives, is on a stunning private island with a gorgeous coral lagoon. It will exceed all of your expectations for the Dream Island.
This charming resort has fragrant flowers and coconut palm groves, clean, mild waters, and snow-white dunes. In addition to multi-cuisine dining, a luxurious spa and a sizable swimming pool render a recreational routine. Along with aquatic activities like diving, the package offers contemporary suites with water villas.
Kandolhu Island is a picturesque location in the Maldives, situated in North Ari Atoll, 70 km from South West Male. It can be reached by seaplane from Velana International Airport in 25 minutes. A recent addition to the Small Luxury Hotel of the World, the resort’s size and layout maximise privacy.
A heart-shaped island is where you should be with the one you love the most. Kandolhu in Maldives has both beach and water villas. You have a wide range to choose from. You can either float over the ocean or lay on the land. Or you can book a Pool Villa where you can do both. Beyond simply fulfilling your dream of a honeymoon in the Maldives, Kandolhu Maldives assures you of a lifelong experience.
Lovebirds will like this quaint island, which is drenched in romanticism and offers the best house reef snorkelling. One of the best house reefs in the Maldives is located on Kandholhu Island. In comparison, or even better, there are only resorts in the southern atolls of the nation. Moreover, the cute, uniquely shaped island is surrounded by smooth sand beaches.
Milaidhoo Island, Maldives, is a small tropical heaven that offers barefoot luxury and a return to simpler times in the Baa Atoll. At Milaidhoo, you can experience the entire world in a small place. You will feel that you’re in the centre of a UNESCO biosphere reserve. It is surrounded by powdery white sands and situated next to a vibrant coral reef.
The above boutique island resort was launched in Nov 2016. As part of the finest Baa Atoll hotel group, this newcomer is dedicated to providing a unique Maldivian experience. It is creating waves with its modern take on traditional Maldivian design. Warm and sophisticated, Milaidhoo is stylish as well as homely at the same time. This is almost the most modern retreat in the world that a romantic couple can be at.
One of the most striking aspects of Milaidhoo Maldives is its closeness to the magnificent Hanifari Bay. Here, from June to November, you can find the largest group of Manta Rays in the world. Manta Rays are fishes that love swimming with humans. Whale sharks may also be visible to you if you’re very fortunate. It also takes 30 minutes from Male by seaplane. Or, 15 minutes by domestic flight, including a quick speedboat ride.
Set amidst crystal-clear lagoon waters, Anantara Veli Resort is one of the top adult-only retreats in the Maldives. It reopened in December 2022 after undergoing substantial renovations. This Maldivian playground is ready to swaddle couples into vacation mode. It has 7 different eateries, a wellness spa with a Hamam, and newly constructed Beach Pool Villas. These updates or upgrades include a Villa Host service for you. The best Thai restaurant in Anantara Veli is Baan Huraa. The resort’s picnic island, Gulhifushi, hosts candlelight dinners overlooking the ocean.
For a unique beach experience, Anantara Veli is the place to go. It combines the greatest aspects of both worlds. You can maximise your water experience through sailing, deep-sea fishing, and surfing. You can retreat into luxury or walk into the island’s centre to spend starry nights. Either in an open-air theatre or an orchid garden. Began to relish the fragrance already? This place is meant to inculcate romance as well as romanticism.
Located on the northwest tip of Malé Atoll, Varu by Atmosphere is a premium all-inclusive resort. With distinctive Maldivian design elements influencing the look and style of the property, the new hotel pays homage to the regional tradition and culture of the Maldives across its grounds.
Varu goes beyond the traditional idea of all-inclusive vacationing. It includes villa lodging, meals and drinks, unique dining, in-villa services, excursions and more. Diving and water sports, ELENA spa, etc., are among the resort’s other amenities. Although the resort features a kids’ club, Varu is more of a destination for couples. You’ll have an incredible couple-time here. 108 villas and 4 restaurants and bars constitute Varu by Atmosphere. It is 45 minutes by speedboat from the Velana International Airport.
The Komandoo Maldives Resort boasts an impressive list of amenities:
Komandoo consistently ranks as one of the top romantic resorts in the world. Especially when you consider its adults-only policy that ensures absolute solace and serenity, it is the ideal location for your romantic getaway. It offers all the amenities and pleasures you anticipate from a private island resort. This little island is perfect for honeymoons, anniversary celebrations, or only quality time with your loved one. It will add an aesthetical essence to your journal as well as life.
Komandoo, located in Lhaviyani Atoll, provides 65 villas in three different categories:
The pristine Haa Alifu atoll in the north of the Maldives is home to the Hideaway Beach Resort & Spa in Dhonakulhi. Hideaway, spanning 2,97,000 square metres, provides visitors the luxury of space and seclusion with its long, white sand beaches. The 103 luxury villas and apartments are divided into ten categories, from beach to overwater. 50 more water villas add the largest villas on the beach over the dazzling lagoon.
A butler is provided to each villa to assist with food preparation & delivery and baggage. With its distinctive reef system, Hideaway Beach Resort & Spa is home to the first operational Marina in the Maldives, surrounded by dive and snorkelling locations. The resort has one of the biggest spas in the Maldives. A wellness programme comes free with the spa. Ideal for children and couples, you can reach the resort from Male airport in 65 minutes via private aircraft. You can also take a domestic route, i.e. a flight for 50 minutes and then a speedboat for 15 minutes to reach here.
The characteristic panorama of this island resort is the 46 villas in a line, called water bungalows. While diving, you may witness a few dolphins. After a thoughtful refurbishment, the popular eco-resort Gili Lankanfushi in the Maldives reopened on Dec 1, 2019. Why is it the best? Because it is the most sustainably planned getaway. A modern design complements the traditional wellness programmes meant to keep the island’s spiritual experience alive. This 46-villa resort is environmentally conscious and succeeds in offering a simple, laid-back luxury. Everyone is allocated a personal butler, Mr Friday. He takes care of everything you can’t do on your own.
When you get down at the Velana airport, you are urged to go barefoot. Only then can you board a boat. The boat that takes you to Gili in 20 minutes. With open (and covered) decks and vistas, the basic water bungalows are made of various kinds of wood. Home to 683 palm trees, the resort has many entertainment and dining options. Compared to other luxury resorts with the same brand name in the Maldives, this is the only genuine one.
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