For the ultimate luxury honeymoon destination look no further than the Maldives. Originally know as King's Island, the Maldives is an almost too good to be true land of private island resorts, overwater villas, Michelin star quality food and endless views of crystal clear turquoise waters. The Maldives is brimming with divine honeymoon resort options so today we have indulged and chose The 11 Most Out of this World Luxury Resorts in the Maldives - each guaranteeing a holiday experience you will never forget. Credit cards at the ready...
1 Six Senses Resort Laamu
The only resort in the Laamu Atoll Six Senses is comprised of luxury on-land and overwater villas, a beach spa and 6 organic restaurants and bars. Although impeccably luxurious this resort retains a welcoming, laid back vibe. Each private villa overlooks the ocean and lush palm trees if you’re lucky you’ll even spot some dolphins.
www.sixsenses.com/resorts/laamu Price Point: €1,000 +
2 One & Only, Reethi-Rah
As the name suggests One & Only is one of the largest and most acclaimed resorts in the world. Everything here is thought of from the selection of exclusive amenities (including 12 beaches, adults only pools, the Maldives only sun spa and climbing wall) to the luxury yacht transfer from the airport and exceptional staff. Truly the epitome of honeymoon luxury.
www.oneandonlyresorts.com Price Point: €1,800 +
3 Gili Lankanfushi, Lankanfushi Island
Rooftop beds for star gazing, private candle light meals, your own butler and private “sea garden” villas make Gili Lankanfushi the perfect couples retreat. If you feel like some company just pop over to the Over Water Bar where you can gaze at marine life through a circular cut-out hole in the bar floor.
www.gili-lankanfushi.com Price Point: €1,700 +
4 Amilla Fushi, Baa Atoll, Maldives
A more contemporary option for a Maldives honeymoon Amilla Fushi is a chic all white haven with architectural decor and on-trend accents of grey. For a unique experience opt to stay in one of the new Tree Houses 12m above ground and surrounded by coconut palm trees.
www.amilla.com Price Point: €700 +
5. Soneva Jani, Medhufaru, Maldives
A new addition to the luxury resort scene this intimate resort of just 24 private villas has it all. Each villa boasts it’s own private pool and retractable bedroom roof to allow for late night stargazing, while if you want to have some playful fun you can pop over to the floating silent cinema or avail of your private villa water slide into the ocean.
www.soneva.com/soneva-jani Price Point €1700 +
6. Cheval Blanc
Designed by famous architect Jean-Michel Gathy (the man behind the phenomenal Aman resorts) Cheval Blanc screams high-end. Here you will be spoiled not only with pristine surroundings and your own infinity pool but also with Michelin star worthy food by French chef Laurent Chancelle and luxe Guerlain spa treatments.
www.randheli.chevalblanc.com Price Point: €2000 +
7. Como Island by Coco
A minimal, calming resort comprised of individual boathouses and surrounded by exciting marine life and boasting the world-class Shambhala Retreat Spa (which alone makes this resort well worth a visit.)
http://www.comohotels.com/cocoaisland/ Price Point: €842
8. Huvafen Fushi
Underwater spa treatment rooms, an impressive freshwater pool that lights up come dusk and a selection of beach bungalows facing the ocean.
www.minorhotels.com/en/peraquum/huvafen-fushi Price Point: €700 +
9. W Maldives
The Maldives are for good reason known to be an oasis of relaxation, but what about if you want to have some fun too? W Maldives is home to the Maldives only underground nightclub allowing you to chill be the day (with a bespoke poolside cocktail) and dance by night.
www.wmaldives.com Price Point: €1000 +
10. Jumeirah Dhevanafushi
Located on a small private island Jumeirah Dhevanafushi is the perfect resort to forget the real world and embrace life’s luxuries - from fine dining on your own private beach to holistic couples massages in the high-end spa.
www.jumeirah.com Price Point: €2000 +
11. Velaa Private Island
Owned by a prince who fell in love with the beauty of the Maldives the Velaa Private island resort is just as luxurious as you’d imagine. No detail has been left unattended here and you’re guaranteed to feel like royalty from the moment you arrive.
www.velaaprivateisland.com Price Point: €2500 +
If you plan on travelling to any of the above the good news is the Maldives requires no visitor visa, simply make sure you have a retun flight booked and a valid passport. For lots more honeymoon information and ideas visit our Honeymoon section.
