Where to Stay in South Male Atoll
The Maldives Hotels and Travel Guide
Updated February, 2025
Hotels in the South Male are in line with the first-rate status of this very popular atoll near the Male airport. With stunning beaches and world-class diving, South Male atoll is a version of its northern neighbor, but more peaceful and quiet place for an unforgettable honeymoon or family vacation in the Maldives. However, at The Marina @ CROSSROADS you will also find the nightlife fun, too, with lots of good restaurants, lively bars and meeting places.
South Male atoll Hotels, resorts and guesthouses can accommodate all type of travellers whatever their taste, requirements and budget. Accessible by boat, from three to five star accommodation choices are plentiful. As one of the most developed atoll in Maldives, the South Male has all the assets needed for its visitors to spend a memorable vacation. Plan your accommodation ahead of time and just relax in South Male atoll.
South Male Atoll Best Hotels
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Featured Luxury Resorts
Best Experience for: Couples, Diving, Activity, Wedding, Value
Highlights:
- 96 Rooms and Water Villas
- 45-minutes by speedboat from Male airport
- Fine beaches; A great House reef snorkeling;
- All Inclusive meal plan
- Restaurant and bar, Dive and Water Sports center, Mandara Spa, pool
Best Experience for: Couples, Diving, Activity, Wedding
Highlights:
- 50 Water Villas with Private Pool & Jacuzzi
- 15-minutes by speedboat from Male airport
- Four restaurants and bars, Dive and Water Sports center, Mandara Spa, pool
Best Experience for: Families, Couples, Surfing, Activity, Wellness, Value
Highlights:
- 110 beach villas and over water suites
- 30-minutes by speedboat from Velana (Male) airport
- Over water spa, surf school and water sports centre
- Exciting indoor & outdoor activities for our young guests
- Two Islands One Great Pricу: Access to facilities at sister resort Veli (for guests over 18 years or families with dinner reservations)
- Six restaurants and bars, Dive and Water Sports center, overwater Spa, large infinity pool
Best Experience for: Adults Only, Wellness, Activities, Meetings, Value
Highlights:
- 67 over water, ocean and beach villas with pools
- 30-minutes by speedboat from Malé International Airport
- Couples’ spa journeys, Cinema under the stars o your own private island, and Dining by Design
- Two Islands One Great Pricу: Access to facilities at sister resort Anantara Dhigu
- Eight restaurants and bars, Dive and Water Sports center, Spa, infinity pool
Best Experience for: Couples, Solo, Diving, Activities, Value
Highlights:
- 96 beach front standard rooms in 2 storey buildings
- 45-minutes by speedboat from Male airport
- A fabulous house reef snorkeling; The diving at Biyadhoo is a real highlight
- Buffet restaurant and bar, Dive and Water Sports center, Spa
Best Experience for: Ultra Luxury, Honeymoon, Groups, Wellness, Diving, Wedding
Highlights:
- Newly refreshed 33 overwater suites and one-to-three bedroom villas with pools
- Speedboat transfer takes 45 minutes from Male International Airport
- Fine beaches
- Restaurant and bar, Dive and Water Sports center, COMO Shambhala Spa
Best Experience for: Couples, Solo, House Reef Snorkeling, Diving, Value
Highlights:
- 122 beach bungalows and water villas
- 35 minutes by speedboat from Velana airport
- An amazing house reef and scuba diving experience
- A buffet-style restaurant and bar, Dive and Water Sports center, Spa
Best Experience for: Couples, House Reef Snorkelling, Value
Highlights:
- 138 Beach Rooms and Water Villas
- 45 minutes by speedboat from Male airport
- The island has a superb house reef and a fine beaches
- Restaurant and three bars, PADI dive center, spa, 24-hour fitness center
Best Experience for: Couples, Families, Groups, Meetings, Activities, Value
Highlights:
- 178 rooms, suites, beach and overwater villas
- 15-min by speedboat from Malé
- Hotel is 450 meters from The Marina @ CROSSROADS
- Four restaurants and bars, 5-star PADI dive center, swimming pool, kids club, spa, fitness centre
Best Experience for: Families, Groups, Meetings, Diving, Surfing, Value
Highlights:
- 160 rooms, suites and villas in differ categories
- 40-min by speedboat from Malé airport
- Six restaurants and bars, 5-star PADI dive center, Surfing school, swimming pool, childrens club, spa, fitness centre
Best Experience for: Couples, Families, Wellness; New resort (2025)
Highlights:
- 80 Private Overwater and Beach Pool Villas, and 1 Residence
- 15 minutes by speed boat from Velana International Airport
- 5 Restaurants and bars + Deli, Fitness Centre, swimming pool + kids pool, Kids Club, Watersport Centre, Boutique
Best Experience for: Ultra Luxury, Couples, Families, Groups, Wellness
Highlights:
- Private island with just 20 beach houses, all with private pool
- 30 minutes by boat from Male airport
- 24-hour dedicated Kuwaanu (Butler) service
- Endless experiences and activities
- No-menu dining concept; Access to facilities at sister resorts Anantara Dhigu and Veli
- Restaurant and lounge, Dive and Water Sports center, Spa
Best Experience for: Luxury All Inclusive, Honeymoon, Families, Underwater dining, Wellnes
Highlights:
- 90 beach and water Villas and Pavilions with private pools
- 45-min by speedboat from Velana International airport
- The INDULGENCE™ Plan – a uniquely exclusive holiday plan; M6m Underwater restaurant
- Seven restaurants and bars, Kids club, 5-star PADI dive and watersports center, overwater spa, tennis court
Best Experience for: Luxury All Inclusive, Couples, Families, Groups, Wedding, Wellness
Highlights:
- 82 Beach and Water Villas and Reserves with pools + Royal Reserve
- 20-min by speedboat from Malé airport
- The RESERVE™ Plan for an ultra-luxe tropical holiday
- Water villas with slide, ice rink
- Five restaurants and bars, 5-star PADI dive and water sports center, infinity pool, kids club, award-winning spa
Best Experience for: Couples, Solo, Activities, Diving, Value
Highlights:
- 50 beach and garden bungalows
- 50-min by speedboat from Velana International airport
- The most naturally-beautiful resort in Maldives
- Restaurant and bar, 5-star PADI dive and water sports center, spa
Best Experience for: Families, Couples, Spa, Activities, Value
Highlights:
- 198 beach and water villas
- 15-min by speedboat from Velana International airport
- Located in Emboodhoo Lagoon and connected directly to the CROSSROADS: dining to leisure, fashion, and entertainment
- Four restaurants and bars, 5-star PADI dive and water sports center, swimming pool, kids club, spa, fitness
Best Experience for: New hotel, Families, Couples, Wellness, Activities
Highlights:
- 80 beach and water villas with private pools
- 15-min by speedboat from Male Airport
- Located in Emboodhoo Lagoon and connected directly to the CROSSROADS: dining to leisure, fashion, and entertainment
- Four restaurants and bars, 5-star PADI dive and water sports center, swimming pool, kids club, spa, fitness
Best Experience for: Honeymoon, Couples, Wellness, Diving
Highlights:
- 64 impeccably designed villas and suites with Butler Service
- 15-minutes by speedboat from Male
- Four restaurants and bars, 5-star PADI dive and water sports center, infinity pool, Jiva Grande Spa
Best Experience for: Couples, Groups, Activities, Diving
Highlights:
- 129 Beach and water villas with pools
- 25-minutes by speedboat from Male Airport.
- Near Male city; Fine beaches
- Five restaurants and two bars, 5-star PADI dive and water sports center, overwater spa, fitness centre, tennis court, large infinity pool.
Best Experience for: Ultra-Luxury, Couples, Families, Groups, Wellness
Highlights:
- 138 appointed overwater and beach villas with pools
- a 30-minute luxury yacht ride from Male Airport
- Spanning across three islands; Aqua Wellness Centre; A great house reef snorkeling;
- 11 truly unique dining experiences, 5-star PADI dive and water sports center, over-water spa, infinity pool, fitness, tennis
South Male Atoll Budget Accommodation
Maafushi
Located in the vicinity of Male City in Kaafu atoll, Maafushi is the capital of budget tourism in Maldives. With healthy reefs, fascinating dive sites, white sandy beaches, turquoise waters, luxury
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A budget traveller's haven, Guraidhoo island is locates in South Malé Atoll in the Maldives. Accessible by ferry or speed boat from the capital of Malé, Guraidhoo will give a chance to dive into traditional
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Gulhi
Gulhi is an inhabited island located 21 kilometers from Velana International Airport in the South Male Atoll in the Maldives. Gulhi was one of the few local islands where budget tourism
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