10 Best New Maldives Properties to Explore this year
Updated November, 2025
The new is always the best, and the wave of new hotels in the Maldives proves once again that nowhere else in the world is the ideal combination of sea, sand and luxury, as on these islands in the Indian Ocean. Just imagine new water villas over the turquoise lagoon, pristine house reef, clean white beaches, innovations in dining, facilities and service, from underwater restaurants to overwater spas and attractive prices for the first visitors.
In recent years, a number of new resorts have opened in the Maldives - from the Lhaviyani atoll in the north to Dhaalu in the south, each with its own look to the luxury castaway that makes the Maldives so world famous.
Below is a list of the 10 best resorts whose young age will serve as a perfect addition to the ageless spirit of the Maldives.
1 Centara Mirage Lagoon Maldives
Best Experience for: Families, spa, activities, value
Centara Mirage Lagoon is a new multi-island destination in Maldives for family-focused holidays with the rich tapestry of culinary wonders, thrilling adventures, and unparallelled relaxation. Located in North Male Atoll, Centara Mirage Lagoon is an enchanting underwater world-themed paradise offering families boundless fun, activities and unique bonding experiences, delivered through the warm embrace of modern Thai hospitality.
With 145 beach and overwater villas, diverse dining offerings, an exciting kids’ club and the acclaimed signature Spa Cenvaree, there’s endless entertainment for all the family. A fun-filled island retreat presents modern facilities designed with family-centric activities in mind, comprising a stunning outdoor water complex with multiple attractions, including a swimming pool, kids’ pool, meandering lazy river, and water playground, making it an unforgettable destination for all ages.
Check Availability and Prices2 Jawakara Islands Maldives
Best Experience for: families, couples, diving, activities
New Family-Friendly vacation destination Jawakara Islands Maldives brings first-rate facilities, luxury villas and fine dining options over two islands. A luxury 5-star resort boasts 290 exquisite beach and water villas equipped with all the best comforts, ideal for people who want to enjoy a holiday with luxury in every detail. Creative foods served across selection of six restaurants and bars, all prepared by world-class chefs. Designed to cater to guests every whim, Jawakara has two infinity pools to choose from, including a kids pool that never fails to fun – but be warned, the turquoise lagoon may entice you into adventure. Water sports, snorkeling and diving experiences, kids club, over-water spa, and sports grounds, there’s countless ways to stay active at Jawakara Islands. The resort is just 40-minute seaplane journey from Male Airport, and caters to the needs of every traveler. READ MORE
Check Availability and Prices3 dusitD2 Feydhoo Maldives - All Inclusive Resort - with Free Transfers
Nestled on Feydhoo Finolhu Island in the North Malé Atoll, dusitD2 Feydhoo Maldives is a vibrant addition to the archipelago’s luxury resort scene. Opened in August 2025, this 125-key lifestyle resort combines Dusit’s renowned Thai-inspired hospitality with the Maldives’ iconic turquoise waters and white sands. Designed for families, couples, and adventure seekers, it promises an all-inclusive escape just a 7-minute speedboat ride from Velana International Airport.
At dusitD2 Feydhoo, the all-inclusive structure combined with tech-enabled convenience creates days that flow naturally from one perfect moment to the next. The resort has fundamentally redefined what "all-inclusive" means in the Maldives. This is not the old model of mass-produced food and limited options. Instead, guests experience: À la carte dining across five distinctive restaurants, unlimited premium beverages, generous resort credits for personalized indulgences and curated daily experiences.
dusitD2 All-Inclusive Model Check Availability and Prices4 OBLU SELECT Lobigili
Designed exclusively for couples OBLU SELECT Lobigili is perfectly put together for intimate Maldives escapes. Named as No. 1 Luxury Hotel Worldwide 2024 Lobigili blends alluring tropical vistas with elegant design, exceptional service that is as discreet as it is personalised. Offering a blend of luxury and nature an adults only all-inclusive 'The island of Love' is also known for soft white sands, crystal clear water, meaning the snorkeling and scuba diving are world-class. With the resort’s exclusive Lobi PlanTM including free transfers and round-the-clock culinary delights, couples can immerse in a blissfully carefree stay means a stress-free getaway: drinks, food and activities are included in the price of your vacay! Perfect for destination weddings, honeymoons and romantic getaways, the island is well-equipped to ensure the utmost luxury and privacy from the resort's deluxe amenities, gourmet food and supreme pampering at the ELE | NA Spa. Adding to the indulgence of adults-only Lobigili Island is the Only Blu Underwater Restaurant.
Check Availability and Prices5 NH Collection Maldives Havodda Resort
Best Experience for: Couples, Families, house reef snorkeling, Diving, Spa
Leaving behind the city life for a tropical paradise, the renowned hospitality brand NH Collection is celebrating its first foray into island living with the opening of NH Collection Maldives Havodda Resort, an all-villa hideaway in the Indian Ocean combining underwater exploration, barefoot romance and holistic wellness. Nestled on an untouched, palm tree-blanketed island that is part of the Gaafu Dhaalu Atoll, and one of the closest Maldivian islands to the equator, the resort offers pure escapism in an exceptional setting encircled by a house reef teeming with turtles and tropical fish. Right in the crystalline lagoon waters, experienced and aspiring divers will find an idyllic underwater playground with thirty world-class diving spots, while the resort’s proximity to the equator promises almost 12 hours of daylight year-round, ideal for vitamin D-induced contentment. READ FULL REVIEW
Check Availability and Prices6 Ifuru Island Resort Maldives - 24H Premium All-inclusive
Best Experience for: All-Inclusive, Couples, Families, Groups, Adventures, Sky Diving, Dining
Discover the enchanting allure of Ifuru Island—a hidden gem of the Northern Maldives. Set in the stunning Raa Atoll, Ifuru Island fosters a playful and social atmosphere, offering the first permanent skydiving dropzone in the destination, sunset views from every 147 beach suites and villas, and its own private airport. Conceived to make every moment unforgettable, challenge the ordinary, and awaken the spirit of adventure, the resort features a wealth of amenities and experiences, including an array of bars and restaurants, and luxury spa. What’s more, with its new ‘Exclusively Yours’ approach to premium 24-hour all-inclusive offerings, guests can truly relax knowing everything has been taken care of. LEARN MORE
Check Availability and Prices7 Joy Island Maldives All Inclusive Resort
A new addition to the Maldives all-inclusive resorts collection Joy is an island of happiness, full of activities and services for the most fun holiday in Maldives. Butterfly shape Island with wide white sand beaches, surrounded by a stunning turquoise lagoon is located in North Malé Atoll, only 40 minutes away by speedboat from Velana International Airport.
The island is home to 151 villas and luxury suites on the beach and in the lagoon with a choice of sunrise or sunset views and enjoy typical Maldivian designed open-air bathrooms. Joy Island has a diverse range of exquisite dining options from a selection of three restaurants and 1 bar to excite you in a showcase of world flavours with its different daily street food themes. A sublime spa experience to heal mind, body and spirit awaits in the overwater Dream Spa, and for those in search of activities, an outstanding PADI centre, tennis, paddle, water sports and boat excursions to the majestic surrounding reefs ensure every guest a memorable vacation. READ FULL REVIEW
Check Availability and Prices8 Madifushi Private Island
Best Experience for: Couples, Privacy, Spa, activities
Madifushi Private Island represents the evolution of Maldivian luxury—where award-winning design, unparalleled natural beauty, and exceptional service converge to create unforgettable experiences. From the untouched beauty of Meemu Atoll to the spacious, private villas and consistently exceptional service validated by guest reviews, Madifushi delivers on its award-winning promise. Whether you're planning a honeymoon, special celebration, or simply the ultimate luxury escape, this resort offers the pinnacle of Maldivian hospitality. READ FULL REVIEW
Check Availability and Prices9 Siyam World Maldives
Best Experience for: All lnclusive, couples, families, group, activities
Siyam World is the brand-new, luxury all-inclusive resort by Sun Siyam Resorts.Offering an unique 24-hour WOW! Inclusive Plan, Siyam World promises you an all-encompassing, hassle-free holiday experience with no fewer than a dozen restaurants and bars, with an ever-expanding A-to-Z of WOW! experiences – including the Indian Ocean’s biggest floating water park. Designed for fun-loving, open-minded couples, romance seekers, families or larger groups of friends, with the freedom to roam, socialise and engage in an island community the resort boasts an enticing variety of 21 accommodation categories of one-to-six bedroom villas and show-stopping residences - The Beach House Collection. Sliding into the lagoon is more fun - Water Villas feature your own private pool and comes with a fun slide. With a breath-taking wonders, Siyam World is surrounded by a 1.5 km house reef that is teaming with wildlife and a diverse array of aquatic life. A seaplane jorney from Male takes 45 minutes. READ FULL REVIEW
Check Availability and Prices10 RAAYA by Atmosphere
Best Experience: All-inclusive, Couples, families, house reef snorkeling, activities, value
The new, fully All-Inclusive Raaya by Atmosphere is located in Raa Atoll a 45-minute seaplane trip from Male main airport. Perfect for couples, families or groups of friends, all 187 villas and suites feature the best in island amenities, with space for you to relax and take in the atmosphere of the Maldives. Feel a burst of flavour at any one of the resort's eight food and beverage outlets – each one finding the perfect balance between Thai, Asian, Maldivian and Western flavours, ingredients, techniques and experiences. Dive under the water, surf atop it or head inland and play a round of mini golf or paddle tennis. And a scuba diving courses promise the best in underwater safaris this side of the Atoll. READ FULL REVIEW
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