Maldives Hotels in Maldives (4 others)

The attraction of the Maldives over other island destinations is simple: more fish, less people! They offer a technicolour underwater panorama that is hard to beat, whether you are a rank amateur snorkeller or a hard-core diving enthusiast. Visiting the Maldives without diving, they say, is like walking through the Sistine Chapel without looking up. They have the most species-rich marine life in the world: 250 kinds of coral; 63 kind of algae and over 1200 species of tropical fish have been recorded. The impact of man on the environment has been negligible. No wonder the water in the Maldives is said to be the clearest in the world. Tourism is neither placing undue stress on the environment nor disrupting traditional ways of life. And travellers get what they came for – a palm-fringed island that they can (almost) call their own.

5 Hip Hotels in Maldives

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  1. Cocoa Island

    Maldives, Maldives

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    Cocoa Island is for people who want their paradise experience pure. No bling, no shopping, no underwater bars; just a great beach, great snorkelling and simple but delicious food.

    The beach, in fact, is better than great. It is possibly the whitest sand ever seen and it takes up more surface area than the island itself. It is, literally, brilliant, particularly when combined with the turquoise shade of the surrounding water.

    The snorkelling is definitely pure – pure Nemo. Just swim from your terrace and you will soon be in a giant aquarium. Big turtles, fish of every colour and pattern, and the odd baby sharks just to keep it interesting.

    Explore the water, explore the beach, read all the books you thought you never would, and that is the closest you will get to an agenda on this island.

    A pure paradise experience.

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    • Cocoa Island is for people who want their paradise experience pure.
    • Cocoa Island is for people who want their paradise experience pure.
    • Rooms are inspired by ‘Dhoni’ boats as used by local fishermen adjoined by simple wooden walkways built above the shallow ocean.
    • Faru is a quintessential pool bar serving up fruit cocktails and fine wines.

    Prices from:

    £1,999 per person

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  2. Huvafen Fushi

    Maldives, Maldives

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    The first among these is the underwater spa. The LIME spa has glass spa treatment rooms that are literally underwater, so that guests can be surrounded by the world that makes the Maldives so special. Then there is Vinum, the underground wine cave with one of the best collections in Asia. There is a private beach residence called Cube, the library/lounge called The Lair and glass bottoms feature in all the water bungalows as well as in the hotel’s kayaks.
    If you imagine these are the main reasons for going to Huvafen Fushi, you would be wrong. The real star of this retreat is the Maldives, a collection of amoeba-like islands surrounded by startlingly white beaches and incredibly turquoise waters.

    If this hotel had been around in the Sixties the Beatles surely would have dedicated a psychedelic song to all its strange and dream-like qualities.

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    • A mad scientist’s luxury lair on a private island in the picture-postcard Maldives.
    • A mad scientist’s luxury lair on a private island in the picture-postcard Maldives.
    • A host of unique, all beautiful options.
    • The theme seems to be “too much is never enough”, and it continues with the many options for dining.
    • The Republic of Maldives consists of thousands of tiny islands spread over a vast distance in a purple, blue and turquoise sea.

    Prices from:

    £2,449 per person

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  3. NIYAMA

    Maldives, Maldives

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    Hedonists rejoice; you will fulfil all your desires at NIYAMA.

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    • Hedonists rejoice; you will fulfil all your desires at NIYAMA.
    • Hedonists rejoice; you will fulfil all your desires at NIYAMA.
    • Visually striking studios sleeping 1 to 3 people and many are family friendly. Natural attractions blended with bang-up-to-date technology.
    • Choose from a rooftop, poolside or completely submerged vith a view of the fish.
    • EDGE, an urban style fine dining concept, yet accessible only by boat and serving up the freshest catch of the day.

    Prices from:

    £2,389 per person

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  4. One&Only Reethi Rah

    Maldives, Maldives

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    This really is the ultimate in beachside luxury and no ocean polished pebble has been left unturned with regards to your well-being and comfort.

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    • Contemporary, comfortable and stylish villas located over the Indian Ocean or within detached, secluded areas on the white sandy beach.
    • Contemporary, comfortable and stylish villas located over the Indian Ocean or within detached, secluded areas on the white sandy beach.
    • A contemporary blend of minimalist Asian style and tropical island paradise.
    • By day, the Rah Bar offers guests a yummy menu of salads, wraps, snacks and smoothies and, by night, tropical cocktails, vintage rums and sparkling champagne!
    • The Reethi Restaurant has an incredible menu of Asian Pacific and Mediterranean cuisine and the Tapasake restaurant, situated over the ocean, has the best in Japanese delicacies

    Prices from:

    £2,599 per person

    Hip List Member Extra 30 minute spa treatment per person

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  5. Six Senses Laamu

    Maldives, Maldives

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    It just may be the best example of barefoot luxury in the world.

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    • It just may be the best example of barefoot luxury in the world.
    • It just may be the best example of barefoot luxury in the world.
    • A seductive combination of bleached timber, rattan and thatch combined with a bohemian twist.
    • Chill is an overwater bar with several levels.
    • Deck-a-dence with spotlights that light up the coral and exotic fish through glass floors and tables

    Prices from:

    £2,499 per person

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