3. Pullman Maldives All-Inclusive Resort
A relaxing spot to unwind, the staff at this epic resort are so friendly and attentive, you’ll want for nothing. They’ll even pick you up in a buggy if you’re too tired to walk to another section of the resort. Plus, pop up food carts take the stress out of having to get off your lounge chair to find sustenance when those mid-morning and late afternoon hunger pangs hit.
A stay in one of the plush villas is so luxurious, it will be hard to go back to your normal life. The two-level Aqua villa has a submerged master bedroom, meaning you’re essentially sleeping in the sea. The other bedroom is over the water, with fantastic sunrise views. There’s also a beautiful outside deck, and plunge pool. In case you weren’t already sold, the villas boast indoor and outdoor showers.
Allowing the kids to tag along to this majestic locale? Great idea. The Pullman offers a slew of fun activities like tennis, golf, snorkeling, SUPing, beach volleyball, and nature walks. Plus, there’s a children’s club to keep them occupied when you wander off to enjoy a spa treatment, solo swim, or romantic meal for two. The kids’ playground is open to little ones aged 4 to 12, while Skillz is reserved for teens.
Ever wanted to become a mermaid? Now’s your chance. The Pullman Maldives All-Inclusive Resort offers a unique, PADI mermaid program to train guests aged six and up to swim like a mermaid, complete with a tail. It’ll cost a bit extra, but can you really put a price on becoming a mythical creature?
All-inclusive means your meals (in three top-notch restaurants), beverages, fitness classes, a sunset cruise, one hour daily of non-motorized sport equipment (i.e. a catamaran, canoe, or windsurfer) and kids’ clubs are complimentary.
The longer you stay, the better the perks. One excursion (i.e. guided snorkeling trip or sunset fishing) and one activity (i.e. a 60-minute spa treatment or 30-minute Jet Ski) are permitted per person every five to seven nights. Stay longer, and you’ll get two excursions and two activities included in your price.
4. JA Manafaru Maldives
Turtles and sharks and sting rays, oh my! You can see all of these and so many more vibrant creatures from your overwater villa at the outstanding, five-star luxury JA Manafaru Maldives resort.
Located on a private island in the most northern Maldives atoll, Haa Alif, this luscious spot oozes tranquility – from its sumptuous spa and wellness center to three luxuriant swimming pools to an offshore reef teeming with marine life. It will take about 20 minutes to walk around the entire island, which is palatable in size yet substantial in beauty.
Lounge above the lagoon in a private hammock, just off the patio of your overwater villa, or have a soak in the deep tub of your beach villa’s open-air bathroom. Every villa, be it land- or water-based, boasts a private pool.
