Set over three enchanting islands in the south Malé Atoll, and boasting one of the best house reefs we’ve seen, this laid-back resort is a wonderful place to simply relax and enjoy the sublime natural beauty of the Maldives.

A 45-minute speedboat transfer from Malé airport.

In the South Malé Atoll.

The 427 rooms, suites and villas are spread along one of the resort’s beautiful white-sand beaches or set over the aqua lagoon. All accommodation can sleep two adults and two children, and for families wanting extra space, Grand Beach Suites with Pool have a separate living room, which can be used as a second bedroom for kids. For couples, Beach Villas have a partially open bathroom with one shaded and one outdoor rain shower, a free-standing bath and an enclosed courtyard, or for an over-water option, we would recommend a Sunset Jacuzzi Water Villa, with the Jacuzzi bath situated on your private deck.

The food offering here is wide and varied and includes daily changing buffets at Sunset Restaurant and Malaafaiy, fresh seafood at Maghrib Grill and Thai specialities at Siyam Orchid and Indian dinners at Namaste. Pizzas, burgers and deli-style sandwiches are also available at Island Pizza.

Full Board All-Inclusive guests will only be able to dine in the buffet restaurant Sunset and extra charges apply for the a la carte options.

A great range of facilities include three swimming pools, a children’s pool, play area and kids club, tennis, badminton, volleyball, table tennis, a gym and a private karaoke room. The watersports centre offers paddle boarding, kitesurfing, windsurfing, kayaking and jet skis, and there is a SSI certified Dive Centre offering a range of courses and excursions to suit all abilities. The delightful Sun Spa includes 8 private treatment pavilions on the main island, the Ocean Spa on dream island offers overwater treatment rooms and hydrotherapy areas, perfect place for true relaxation.