Slides for grown-ups, underwater restaurants and paradise beaches
or Doha, with total flight time exceeding 12 hours. Because of this, many people prefer to stay on islands that are within a swift speedboat ride of Malé.
For the more intrepid, there are further-flung resorts, either a seaplane or domestic flight away from the capital Malé, in other atolls, such as Gaafu Alifu, all the way down south, and Raa in the north.Many of the big-gun resorts are concentrated in the North Malé Atoll and so it’s a great place to start, for ease of travelling from the international airport in the capital.It depends how much you want to switch off.
For some, the tiny islands can get a little claustrophobic after a few days – which is why the Maldives is a great option for a twin-centre holiday, pairing it with places such as Dubai and Sri Lanka.Each island has its USP, so it depends what you’re looking for. Some have all the bells and whistles for families, some are more focused on things such as
, and some have incredible food and drink experiences, including underwater restaurants, where you can admire the marine life as well as your meal.We’ve picked our favourites, from five-star hotels near Malé to remote desert islands that have been transformed with amazing art and design. Browse the best hotels in the Maldives, including top couples' hotels, family-friendly stays, all-out luxury resorts and more.
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