Indian Ocean · 9 handpicked resorts
The Maldives is the ultimate escape — a scatter of coral islands in the Indian Ocean where the only agenda is rest. Each resort occupies its own private island, with overwater bungalows, house reefs, and some of the clearest water on the planet. Our editors have selected the very best.
Our selection
Noonu Atoll
Soneva Jani is simply one of the finest resorts in the world. Vast overwater villas with retractable roofs for stargazing, private pools, and a slide directly into the lagoon. Barefoot luxury at its most extraordinary.
Laamu Atoll
The only resort in the remote Laamu Atoll, Six Senses offers an unmatched combination of privacy, sustainability, and natural beauty. The house reef is among the best in the Maldives, teeming with manta rays and hawksbill turtles.
North Malé Atoll
A short speedboat ride from Malé, Gili Lankanfushi is an eco-conscious paradise with spectacular overwater villas built from natural materials. No keys, no shoes, no news — just the Indian Ocean at your doorstep.