Top 10 ADULT ONLY resorts in the Maldives
Are there ADULT ONLY resorts in the Maldives?
Absolutely! In 2022 60% of people who visited the Maldives were adult couples, often celebrating their honeymoon. Although many resorts are adapting to the growing demand of child and family friendly resorts, there are still some resorts that are adult only or adult only in part.
There are other resorts which are aimed at adults, although they do allow children. At these resorts, there are no family rooms and they are without kids’ clubs or activities aimed at children. Therefore, they are likely to have fewer children on the island, if any.
Our Top 10 Adult-Only resorts in the Maldives:
1. Hurawalhi Island Resort
This beautiful resort in the pristine Lhaviyani Atoll, with its underwater restaurant, welcomes adults and guests over the age of 15.
Where: Lhaviyani Atoll
Transfer: 40-minute by seaplane transfer.
Age: 15+
Activities: Couples can enjoy underwater dinning, private dining experiences, the spa facilities, water sports, fitness centre, sports grounds, snorkelling, scuba diving, games room and an array of excursions.
Packages available: Half-board and all-inclusive packages available.
Accommodation: Overwater villas and beach villas are available with or without a private pool.
Key features: This resort is home to “5.8 Undersea restaurant”. The world’s largest all-glass restaurant, 5.8 metres below sea level.
2. Komandoo Island Resort
A charming, laid-back and cosy resort, in the unspoiled Lhaviyani Atoll is custom made for romance.
Where: Lhaviyani Atoll
Transfer: 40-minute by seaplane transfer.
Age: 18+
Activities: Couples can enjoy the spa facilities, room service, private dining options, snorkelling, scuba diving, water sports, fitness centre, entertainment, shopping and an array of excursions.
Packages available: Full-board and all-inclusive packages available, including honeymoon/wedding packages.
Accommodation: Overwater villas and beach villas are available.
Key features: Guests can dine at the iconic 5.8 Undersea Restaurant at their sister resort, Hurawalhi.
3. Anantara Veli Maldives
This romantic resort hosts an array of activities tailored for two which perfectly suit couples and honeymooners.
Where: South Malé Atoll (Kaafu)
Transfer: 30-minutes by speedboat. No seaplane transfers available.
Age: 18+
Activities: Couples can enjoy the spa facilities, Cinema under the stars, private dining experiences, water sports, snorkelling, scuba diving and excursions.
Packages available: All-inclusive and other romance and honeymoon packages are available.
Accommodation: Overwater villas and beach villas are available with or without a private pool.
Key features: This resort is great for surfing between April and October each year. You will also have access to facilities at the sister resort, Anantara Dhigu, based in the same lagoon.
4. Conrad Maldives Rangali Island
This beautiful dual island resort in the South Ari Atoll, with its underwater restaurant and underwater villa, welcomes over 16s only on Rangali Island. The family-friendly Rangali-Finolhu is on the neighbouring island.
Where: South Ari Atoll
Transfer: 30-minute by seaplane transfer.
Age: 16+
Activities: Couples can enjoy underwater dinning, private dining experiences, the spa facilities, water sports, fitness centre, three swimming pools, snorkelling, scuba diving, room service and an array of excursions.
Packages available: Bed and breakfast, half-board, and all-inclusive packages available.
Accommodation: Underwater villa, overwater villas and beach villas are available with or without a private pool.
Key features: Conrad Maldives is home to THE MURAKA. A luxury three-bedroom residence with an underwater master bedroom. This resort also has an underwater restaurant where you can dine 5 metres below the surface of the ocean.
5. Drift Thelu Veliga Retreat
This small, secluded island is hidden from the rest of the world and surrounded by white beaches and gentle waves.
Where: South Ari Atoll
Transfer: 35-minutes by seaplane transfer.
Age: 18+
Activities: Couples can enjoy the spa facilities, private beach dining experiences, water sports, snorkelling, scuba diving, and an array of excursions.
Packages available: Half-board, full-board and all-inclusive packages available.
Accommodation: 20 Overwater villas and 10 Beach villas available. No private pools.
Key features: This resort is just 30 minutes from the famous Whale Shark Point for an unforgettable excursion.
6. You & Me Maldives
This rustic and romantic island resort in the Raa Atoll, with its underwater restaurant, targets couples, honeymooners, and friend groups.
Where: Raa Atoll
Transfer: 45-minute by seaplane transfer or domestic transfer to Ifuru airport followed by a 20-minute speedboat ride.
Age: 18+
Activities: Couples can enjoy underwater dinning, private dining experiences, the spa facilities, sunrise and sunset yoga sessions, water sports, fitness centre, snorkelling, scuba diving, and an array of excursions.
Packages available: Half-board, full-board and all-inclusive packages available.
Accommodation: Overwater villas and beach villas are available with or without a private pool and/or slide into the ocean.
Key features: H20 by chef Andrea Berton (Michelin Star) is a fully submerged underwater restaurant with 360-degree views.
7. Oblu Lobigili
This unforgettable romantic resort in the nearby North Malé Atoll, has an underwater restaurant 6.8 meters below sea level.
Where: North Malé Atoll (Kaafu)
Transfer: 15 minutes speedboat ride from Velana International Airport.
Age: 18+
Activities: Couples can enjoy underwater speciality fine dining, private dining experiences, the spa facilities, water sports, fitness centre, snorkelling, scuba diving, an array of excursions, in-villa minibar, entertainment and unlimited beverages (subject to package).
Packages available: All-inclusive package available and the Lobi Plan™
Accommodation: Overwater villas and beach villas are available with or without a private pool.
Key features: This resort is home to “Only Blu”. The largest under ocean restaurant in the Maldives, 6.8 metres below sea level.
8. Centara Ras Fushi Maldives
A vibrant adults-only playground offering an intimate, private experience.
Where: North Malé Atoll (Kaafu)
Transfer: 15-minute by speedboat. No seaplane transfers available.
Age: 18+
Activities: Couples can enjoy the spa facilities, sauna and steam room, games rooms, dining experiences, water sports, snorkelling, scuba diving, fitness centre, public swimming pool, cooking class and excursions.
Packages available: Half-board, full-board, all-inclusive and Gold all-inclusive packages available.
Accommodation: Overwater villas and beach villas available. No private pools.
Key features: Very quick transfer time. Budget friendly.
9. Robinson Maldives
This beautiful resort in the Gaafu Atoll is the ideal romantic getaway for couples.
Where: North Huvadhu Atoll (Gaafu Alifu)
Transfer: 70-minute domestic transfer to Kadhedhoo Island followed by a 30-minute speedboat ride.
Age: 18+
Activities: Couples can enjoy entertainment, sports, gym, sauna, group fitness, water sports, snorkelling, scuba diving, fitness centre, spa facilities along with an array of excursions.
Packages available: All-inclusive packages and Honeymoon packages available.
Accommodation: Overwater villas and beach villas are available with or without a private pool.
Key features: Budget friendly
10. Cinnamon Hakuraa Huraa Maldives
This beautiful dual island resort in the Meemu Atoll has an adult-only “Platinum Island”.
Where: Meemu Atoll
Transfer: 35-minute by seaplane transfer. Or a 2-hour and 30-minute boat ride.
Age: 18+ (Platinum Island only)
Activities: Couples can enjoy private dining experiences, the spa facilities, games room, entertainment, water sports, swimming pool, snorkelling, scuba diving, and an array of excursions.
Packages available: All-inclusive packages available.
Accommodation: Beach villas are available on the adult only Platinum Island with water villas available on the main island.
Key features: Budget Friendly