When it comes to over-the-top, overwater villa experiences, travellers will be spoilt for choice within our tasteful collection of resorts. From ultra-luxurious water villas to eco-chic, contemporary bungalows perched right on top of the ocean, guests are guaranteed some of the best water villa experiences in the Maldives.
Overwater Villas with Private Pools
Kudadoo Maldives Private Island: Ultra-luxury, Fully-inclusive
- 15 Overwater Ocean Residences
Defined by the philosophy ‘Freedom Reimagined’, Kudadoo Maldives is an ultra-luxury resort with a one-of-a-kind design that blends sophistication with eco-sustainability in mind. Featuring only 15 overwater residences, each with a 44 sqm terrace pool, Kudadoo ensures a secluded hideaway purposefully crafted for the more discerning traveller — all accessible by a 40-minute scenic seaplane journey. The resort’s fully inclusive offering, ‘Anything. Anywhere. Anytime’, promises an unhindered enjoyment of luxuries, where every desire is granted and expedited by your personal butler.
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Hurawalhi Island Resort: An Adults’ Escape Where Luxury Treads Lightly
- 30 Overwater Pool Villas
- 15 Romantic Ocean Villas and 15 Ocean Villas
- 90 villas in total
Hurawalhi Island Resort is a naturally chic adults’ escape offering world-class hospitality and unparalleled experiences for the ultimate indulgence. Here, every guest stay promises a perfect balance of barefoot luxury and enchanting adventures. The 60 water and 30 beach villas at this five-star Maldives resort provide the luxury of comfort and privacy in a contemporary design, with unparalleled views over the Indian Ocean. A highlight at Hurawalhi is the gourmet experiences, with fantastic venues that take fine dining to a whole new level. It is home to the world’s largest, all-glass undersea restaurant, 5.8 Undersea Restaurant.
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Kagi Maldives Spa Island: Pure Life Experiences
- 21 Ocean Pool & 19 Lagoon Pool Overwater Villas
- 50 villas in total
The wellbeing-focused Kagi is the Maldives’ only resort for relaxed luxury and lifestyle retreats. Ideal for solo and couple travellers, this luxury boutique retreat provides a true sanctuary for the senses that offers the perfect setting to slow down and immerse into self-discovery and self-care. All beach and over-the-water villas feature private pools and uninterrupted ocean views.
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Overwater Villas with Jacuzzi/Jetted Tubs
Komandoo Island Resort & Spa: A Truly Adults-only Resort (18+)
- 8 Ocean Jacuzzi Water Villas & 7 Jacuzzi Water Villas
- 65 villas in total
Tripadvisor TRAVELERS’ CHOICE BEST OF THE BEST 2020 and ranked #9 among the Top 25 Hotels for Romance in Asia, Komandoo Island Resort & Spa is one of the Maldives’ best-ranking resorts for romance and a clear favourite to any travellers seeking a truly intimate getaway experience. The overwater bungalows at this adults-only boutique resort are built on stilts over the lagoon with a staircase leading down to the ocean, offering a luxurious and intimate atmosphere. Each of the overwater villas affords guests spectacular views over the Indian Ocean.
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Veligandu Island Resort & Spa: The Secluded Island
- 20 Sunset Jacuzzi Water Villas, 34 Jacuzzi Water Villas & 10 Water Villas
- 91 villas in total
Voted amongst the most romantic resorts in the Maldives, the secluded haven of Veligandu Island Resort & Spa encapsulates the essence of an authentic Maldivian paradise. The Jacuzzi Overwater Villas at this idyllic resort offers total privacy, above-average amenities and the best address on the island. Guests can enjoy unparalleled views of the mesmerising lagoon, with easy access to swimming and snorkelling just off the staircase.
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Meeru Island Resort & Spa: …simply MALDIVES
- 77 Jacuzzi Water Villas & 27 Water Villas
- 284 keys in total
The palm-fringed paradise of Meeru Island Resort & Spa is often referred to as one of the best resorts for the ultimate Maldives holiday. Here, travellers can enjoy a casual, relaxed atmosphere in a natural setting, whether on a family vacation or an intimate island getaway. The Water Villas located over the sparkling lagoon are a popular choice amongst honeymooners, featuring a Jacuzzi for two, a private wooden sundeck with lounges and a staircase into the sea, providing some of the most magnificent views.
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Vilamendhoo Island Resort & Spa: The True Colours of the Maldives
- 30 Jacuzzi Water Villas
- 194 keys in total
Home to one of the best house reefs in the Maldives, Vilamendhoo Island Resort & Spa is the perfect paradise for divers, ocean lovers, and marine life enthusiasts. The resort island is in close proximity to popular whale shark and manta ray hotspots, where some of the most spectacular creatures of the ocean can be spotted throughout the year. The overwater villas at this renowned Maldives dive resort come with their own private Jacuzzi, with a private sundeck and stairs leading into the sea.
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Kuredu Island Resort & Spa: More Than Just a Beach Holiday
- 49 Sangu Water Villas
- 1 Sangu Honeymoon Suite (comes with an outdoor Jacuzzi bathtub)
- 388 keys in total
The vibrant, action-filled island resort of Kuredu is surrounded by a beautiful lagoon and long stretches of powdery, sandy beach, perfect for holidays filled with tropical adventures, where families, couples, and friends come to stay, relax and explore. Situated atop crystalline waters, Kuredu’s renowned Sangu Water Villa Suite, affords a prime location, providing guests with spectacular views of the main beach, the magnificent sandbank and vivid sunsets, topped off with an outdoor Jacuzzi bathtub.
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And If You Only Seek Beach Villas & Bungalows…
Allow us to suggest:
| Resort | Rooms & Villas on the Beach |
| Hurawalhi Island Resort | • Beach Sunset Pool Villas • Beach Pool Villas |
| Kagi Maldives Spa Island | • Beach Pool Villas |
| Veligandu Island Resort & Spa | • 16 Jacuzzi Beach Villas • 11 Beach Villas |
| Komandoo Island Resort & Spa | • 30 Premium Jacuzzi Beach Villas • 6 Jacuzzi Beach Villas • 14 Beach Villas |
| Meeru Island Resort & Spa | • 27 Water Front Villas • 83 Jacuzzi Beach Villas • 77 Beach Villas • 20 Garden Rooms |
| Vilamendhoo Island Resort & Spa | • 30 Jacuzzi Beach Villas • 58 Adjoining Beach Villas • 53 Standalone Beach Villa • 23 Garden Rooms |
| Kuredu Island Resort & Spa | • 19 Sangu Jacuzzi Beach Villas • 29 O Jacuzzi Beach Villas • 52 Jacuzzi Beach Villas • 01 Deluxe Beach Villa • 20 Premium Beach Villas • 40 O Beach Villas • 33 Beach Villas • 33 Premium Beach Bungalows • 22 Beach Bungalows • 9 Private Pool Villas including a two-bedroom Private Pool Villa Family Suite • 80 Garden Bungalows |
Innahura Maldives Resort: Here, Life Is Easy
- 78 Beach Bungalows
This affordable, all-beach bungalow Maldives resort offers a fun, laid-back atmosphere perfect for sunseekers, the young, and the young at heart. All villas at Innahura are directly located on the beach, just about 50 steps from the glittering lagoon, and feature modern facilities with a traditional Maldivian twist. Here, travellers stay to enjoy the easy life.
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