Trips to the tropics – holidays with children or romantic ones?
Like every year, this year too we have prepared for you a ranking of the most exclusive and best resorts on the paradise archipelago of the Maldives.
You can spend your dream vacation, a holiday with children or a perfect honeymoon here. Discover the top hotels in the Maldives - we invite you to read!
Check the office's recommendations CARTER® – TOP 12 best luxury hotels in the Maldives in the 2025/2026 season:
- Amilla Resort & Residences
- Finolhu
- Maldives
- Emerald Maldives Resort & SPA – deluxe All Inclusive
- Cheval Blanc Randheli Maldives
- Velaa Private Island
- Soneva jani
- Anantara Kihavah
- St. Regis Vommuli
- Conrad Maldives Rangali Island
- Soneva Fushi
- Patina Maldives
1. Amilla Resort & Residences
Paradise really exists and it is a luxury hotel in the Maldives Amilla Resort & Residences! A member of the prestigious Small Luxury Hotels of the World, this is one of the most magnificent exclusive resorts in the country. Located on a private, natural island, it boasts lush, diverse vegetation that covers 70% of the island! Needless to say, the divine white-sand beaches further enhance the hotel's charm. This hotel is for lovers of luxurious minimalism, offering 67 magnificent villas with pools, both on the beach and over the water, each boasting at least 200 square meters of spacious space.
This is one of the best eco hotels in the Maldives, which takes great care to ensure that the dishes consist only of the freshest, organic products, works to protect the nearby coral reef, and is also the place where you can find the largest concentrations of manta rays in the world! The famous Blue Hole is also nearby, and its depths are home to fish of all colors of the rainbow.
The best hotel for families with children in the Maldives? We invite you to Amilla Resort & Residences, where the youngest can spend whole days in a club designed like the Sultan's village. There is a whole arsenal of attractions for your children, including building sand castles, treasure hunting, yoga for the youngest, as well as creating sea crafts. The hotel offers an extraordinary glamping experience in a secluded place on the beach, where only peace, quiet and 100% privacy await you, and at your disposal is a private chef, sauna, small swimming pool and endless champagne!
2. Finolhu
Hotel Finolhu is not only one of the most luxurious resorts in the Maldives, but also a perfect oasis of peace and tranquility, where Mother Nature reigns supreme. The resort is located on a private island, a UNESCO World Biosphere Reserve, and is surrounded by azure ocean waters. It stands out from other hotels thanks to its unique interior design in a Mediterranean style. vintage, which refers to the past 60s, and its concept of Baa Baa Beach Club is the center of social life and is based on great fun, socializing and endless entertainment. This is a hotel for all lovers of good live music and guests who value rich nightlife and new acquaintances.
Finolhu offers guests to immortalize their memories during a free photo session lasting up to an hour, and for more demanding travelers, a night in a unique glass bubble, away from prying eyes, is prepared, equipped with a private barbecue, luxurious amenities and the care of a private butler.
3 Joali Maldives
Hotel Joali It is located on Muravandhoo Island, part of the Raa Atoll in the northern Maldives. Joali is one of the newest properties in the Maldives, opening in October 2018. Guests have access to 24 modern beach villas and 49 spacious overwater bungalows. The villa interiors exude a fresh, modern feel. The luxurious overwater bungalows feature large terraces with direct access to the sea, private pools, and comfortable overwater hammocks. It's worth noting that a holiday at Joali is an incredible experience. Guests can snorkel among manta rays, visit the underwater coral museum, try wakeboarding, or charter a yacht.
It is also worth going fishing for a big fish by boat dhoni and discover authentic works of art on the island during a bicycle tour. Both Muravandhoo Island and the Joali Maldives hotel delight with beautiful, lush vegetation. Here you will find numerous palm trees leaning over the ocean, a white beach with velvety sand and crystal clear water in the lagoon.
4. Emerald Maldives Resort & SPA – deluxe All Inclusive
Welcome to Emerald Maldives Resort & Spa, a new five-star Deluxe All-Inclusive Resort, a proud member of The Leading Hotels of the World, a group that recognizes not only the best hotels in the Maldives but also the world. The villas, 60 of which are located on the island and 60 directly on the beach, are spread over a total area of 20 hectares.
The hotel was built to be in harmony with the surrounding environment. Natural materials were used to build it, such as bamboo, stone and Langhi Langhi leaves. Emerald Maldives places great emphasis on energy efficiency and protection of the surrounding environment and combines tropical scenery with modern design and informal elegance. Thanks to the above, it offers guests ideal conditions for spending an exclusive holiday in the Maldives.
It is a true sanctuary of All Inclusive luxury; The resort is ideal for both couples looking for intimacy and families who want to relax actively. International cuisine with dishes based on natural and top-quality ingredients provides guests with a luxurious all-inclusive formula in all available bars and restaurants on the island. As part of the package, you can enjoy the offer of world premium alcohols, beers and wines from around the world, original cocktails and sophisticated drinks, non-alcoholic drinks and fresh tropical juices. Access to non-motorized water sports and group activities such as snorkeling and cruises is also available.
5. Cheval Blanc Randheli Maldives
Intimate and modern, located on the pristine Noonu Atoll in the Maldives archipelago, it sets a new level of luxury, offering complete privacy, numerous exquisite restaurants and bars, and the ultimate in relaxation. Cheval blanc randheli This is the second hotel in the Cheval Blanc collection, owned by the elite French group Louis Vuitton Moet Hennessy. It offers accommodations in incredibly stylish villas – 14 Garden Water Villas, 15 water houses, and 15 beach villas, each with a private butler. For guests on an unlimited budget, the ultra-luxurious Owner's Villa, with four bedrooms and its own spa, is located on a separate islet and accessible only by a private pier.
Hotel attractions include luxury yacht trips to desert islands, trips to turquoise lagoons and diving cruises. Cheval Blanc Randheli in the Maldives is undoubtedly one of the 5 best hotels in the Maldives. Without a doubt, it is also among the best hotels in the world.
6. Velaa Private Island
This is an incredibly elite island. The turtle-shaped Noonu Atoll is located on the unspoiled Noonu Atoll. It's a true "jewel in the crown" when it comes to the best hotels in the Maldives and the best resorts in the world. Since its opening in 2013, this private island has become the quintessence of style and a benchmark of 6-star luxury. It's a tourist paradise with 47 villas, where you can enjoy stress-free moments and a wonderful dream vacation. Besides its high price, the hotel stands out from other Maldivian properties with its exquisite international cuisine, prepared by chefs from around the world, a 6-hole golf course with a golf academy, its own yacht, and its own private jet.
Another important aspect is the fact that it has the largest wine cellar in the Maldives and a wide selection of water toys and gadgets. Also worthy of special attention are the large four-bedroom villas-residences, with two private pools and personalized service.
7. Soneva Jani
Soneva Jani is a boutique, eco-friendly concept located on the paradise island of Medhufaru in the Noonu Atoll in the Maldives. It offers visitors a beautiful, 5-kilometer-long lagoon, snow-white beaches, and a vacation in 25 villas with pools. These villas feature seawater pools and retractable roofs, allowing guests to gaze at the stars. Some overwater bungalows also feature private water slides, allowing guests to descend directly into the lagoon. Hotel Soneva Jani Built with incredible imagination and panache, its unique architecture sets it apart from other luxury resorts in the Maldives. The villas are constructed and finished with local materials, natural fabrics, and eco-friendly furnishings.
It is worth knowing that the best hotels in the Maldives offer much more than we can expect, a perfect example of which is Soneva Jani. The style of the hotel is the so-called casual "barefoot luxury". Guests can go on a Robinson Crusoe-style picnic, get lost while walking in the hedge maze, or explore the island by bike. In the evening, it is worth visiting the star observatory or watching movies in the open air at Paradiso, a cinema under the stars. Luxurious amenities for hotel guests include a private lagoon, spa and yoga pavilion, water sports and diving center, tennis courts and bicycle rental. For families with children, there is a varied playground, a library and a wide range of sea trips in search of dolphins, sharks and turtles.
8. Anantara Kihavah
Anantara Kihavah This complex of villas with private infinity pools offers dream vacation accommodations for the most discerning guests. All villas and residences feature an outdoor dining pavilion, high-quality wooden furnishings, an extra-large bathtub, and beds with luxurious cotton linens. With direct access to the sea and beach, and a personal concierge, guests can enjoy the complete privacy of their own villa.
The hotel is surrounded by spectacular coral reefs on the beautiful private island of Kihavah Huravalhi in Baa Atoll in the Maldives, a 35-minute seaplane ride from Male International Airport. While flying on a water plane, guests can admire the view of lagoons and reefs. The Anantara Kihavah Hotel stands out from the competition in the Maldives in an original way - there you will find a professional astronomical observatory for astronomy lovers, a cinema under the stars, an overwater SPA, and an underwater SEA restaurant. This has already been awarded several times as the best underwater restaurant in the world.
9th St. Regis Vommuli
This world-class resort St. Regis Resort It is located on the beautiful, 9-hectare private island of Vommuli in the Dhaalu Atoll, a 45-minute seaplane flight from Male International Airport. This exclusive hotel nestles amidst lush tropical gardens. A white-sand beach and a blue lagoon are just a short walk away. The nearby coral reef is considered one of the most beautiful and pristine in the Maldives. Thanks to its rich marine life, the hotel is especially recommended for snorkelers and scuba divers.
The spacious villas and suites feature private pools, elegant marble bathrooms, spacious terraces, Bang & Olufsen BeoVision TV and private butler service. 6 exquisite dining establishments cater to the guests' palates. These, in turn, serve Italian, Chinese, Japanese, Indian and Fusion cuisine. Here you will also find a tapas bar by the water and a well-stocked Decanter wine bar.
The most important hotel attractions include water sports. It's not only diving and windsurfing, but also jet packing, seabob swimming, glass-bottom kayaking and catamaran sailing. The hotel also offers tennis courts, a children's club and the Socialite games club. The breathtaking overwater Iridium SPA offers hydrotherapy, Ayurvedic, meditation and acupuncture treatments, as well as classical and anti-gravity yoga sessions. A stay at the St Regis Vommuli hotel is a dream come true about the most beautiful trip of a lifetime to one of the best hotels in the Maldives.
10. Conrad Maldives Rangali Island
Completely renovated in 2022 luxury hotel Offering villas with private pools and scenic ocean views, these villas are located on the beach or perched on stilts above the water, allowing guests to choose between relaxing amidst tropical greenery or stepping straight from their private terrace into the azure waters. The most luxurious villa is The Muraka, a two-story residence with three bedrooms, one of which is underwater. Guests can enjoy 3-hour butler service and a personal chef.
The hotel is famous for the world's first underwater restaurant with a beautiful view of the coral garden. The luxurious Conrad Spa is the winner of the Best Private Island Spa & Hotel Spa award in 2017. Guests can receive treatments in treatment rooms with glass floors, through which they can see the lush underwater life. The diving center offers diving courses, including for children, and expeditions organized both during the day and at night. During the trips you will be able to observe manta rays and turtles, as well as whale sharks.
11. Soneva Fushi
Soneva Fushi This is an extraordinary destination for a paradise vacation, where luxury harmoniously blends with ecology and nature. Guests appreciate the intimate atmosphere and friendly, informal ambiance, which makes them feel cared for from the very first day of their Maldives vacation. Surrounded by lush vegetation, 55 elegant villas are nestled within, whose interiors combine local motifs with high-class comfort.
Each villa has a private pool, and the windows offer picturesque views of the turquoise ocean waters and white beaches. The cuisine offered at the facility is distinguished by its international diversity and the highest quality of the dishes served. Families with children can enjoy numerous amenities, such as specially prepared programs and attractions that provide the youngest with lots of joy and fun. Your trip to the Maldives to the Soneva Fushi hotel will fulfill travel dreams of an exclusive vacation.
12. Patina Maldives
Patina Maldives This is one of the newest and most luxurious hotels in the paradise archipelago of the Maldives, located on the largest of the four Fari Islands in North Male Atoll. The journey from the airport takes just 10 minutes by seaplane. This is a new hotel brand belonging to the prestigious Capella Hotel Group. The Patina Hotel's core philosophy focuses on the concept of well-being, active relaxation, and sustainable development.
The 5-star Patina Maldives, Fari Islands Resort offers a perfect holiday for the most discerning travelers, offering world-class service, beautiful gardens, a paradise private beach, an outdoor pool, an indoor pool, a sauna, a fitness centre and free bicycles. The island is very popular with water sports enthusiasts, kayaking and cycling.
Holidays in the Maldives – a tropical paradise
The Maldives is a stunning exotic holiday destination and a dream destination for all those who dream of swimming in the Indian Ocean, diving and practicing sea sports. The best time to visit holidays in the Maldives lasts from January to mid-April, as this is the driest and sunniest time of year. Most often, temperatures range between 24-33 degrees, and the warmest months are February, March and April; these are also the most popular months for a vacation outside of New Year's.
A holiday in the Maldives is an attraction in itself. A stay in this spectacular corner of the world is a great option for both a romantic trip for two and an unforgettable holiday with children, both small and teenagers. Numerous children's clubs and sports schools in hotels will organize your children's time in a professional way. Thanks to care and interesting outdoor activities, your children will be happier than ever before. The Maldives offer excellent conditions for holidays with babies, small children, school-age children and teenagers.
The best hotels in the Maldives and local tours can be organized with the travel agency CARTER®. Truly successful dream vacations and attractive prices – contact us!
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Author: Travel Agency CARTER®
