All Inclusive or Full Board in the Maldives

Maldives resorts have different meal plans, but the most popular are "All Inclusive" or "Full Board". Most hotels offer several meal plans to choose from. The cost of your booking will depend on this. There are also those that offer only one meal plan.

It is important to note that the resort islands only have hotel infrastructure. These are private islands and there are no shops (with rare exceptions - souvenir or branded clothing), no markets, no pharmacies. Therefore, it is important to choose the right food system so that upon arrival you do not have any unpleasant surprises in the form of additional expenses.

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What are the food systems in the Maldives?

There is no single food system for all hotels in the Maldives. There are common features, but some hotels build their own developed systems, so before booking, carefully read what exactly is included in this or that type of food. You can also contact the online chat at wiotto.com. Our managers will consult on this and other issues.

To summarize, the following food systems can be distinguished in the Maldives:

• Breakfast only . This option is usually available in hotels that, in addition to it, offer a number of other meal plans to choose from. For example: Sun Siyam Iru Fushi Maldives , Mirihi Island Resort , Grand Park Kodhipparu Maldives , Kandyma , Taj Exotica Resort & Spa, In such places, there is a choice of 4 to 12 meal plans. There is also a separate category of hotels, which includes one option "Breakfast only", sometimes supplemented by a choice of "Full board" or "Half board". These are, as a rule, premium segment hotels, where the popular "All inclusive" is not available. For example : Naladhu Maldives , The Nautilus Beach & Ocean Houses Maldives , Huvafen Fushi , One&Only Reethi Rah and others .​
• Half board . Almost every hotel offers this type of board. Typically, this includes two meals a day. The rest of the time, resort guests eat at the resort's restaurants for an additional fee.
• Full board . This is one of the most popular types of meals at Maldives resorts . Usually, this is three meals a day. Depending on the hotel, with or without alcoholic drinks, with or without snacks. We will talk about this meal system in more detail below.
• All inclusive . This is the most popular meal plan in the Maldives, competing for the championship with "Full board". Oddly enough, it does not always include everything. We will also talk about this in more detail below.
• The signature "All Inclusive" system . Each hotel can call it by its own name and each determines what exactly is included. Such systems often really do include everything to the maximum : from meals, various snacks and nibs, premium alcohol to excursions, discounts in the spa and free entertainment. For example : Atmosphere Kanifush Maldives , Dhigali Maldives , Emerald Maldives Resort & Spa - these hotels have only one meal plan available for booking. In other hotels you can choose a signature program from simpler meal plans: Cinnamon Velifushi Maldives , Movenpick Resort Kuredhivaru Maldives , Furaveri Island Resort & Spa Often such meal plans are available when booking a certain number of days or more.

Atmosphere Kanifushi Maldives

All inclusive in the Maldives: is it really all inclusive?

In most cases, the All Inclusive system in the Maldives includes:

• three meals a day in the main restaurant "buffet" or "a la carte";
• the opportunity to choose food in one of several restaurants, if there are more than one or two on the island;
• soft drinks, often limited in quantity;
• alcohol is often included in minimal quantities, or even excluded altogether, i.e. you have to pay extra for it, especially if we are talking about premium brand alcohol;
• snacks and drinks at the bar in limited quantities;
• a welcome basket of fruit, champagne and other items, at the hotel's choice.

Thus, the All Inclusive system includes enough to feel comfortable during your vacation, but if you want special dishes, premium alcohol, unlimited food and drinks, then it is better to choose a hotel that provides an extended version of the All Inclusive system. However, not all hotels provide it. The extended system is more suitable for active tourists who intend to take many excursions, entertainment, engage in various sports, visit a spa , etc.

The classic "All Inclusive" system is suitable for those who want to pay once upon booking and then not spend any more money on the island. Prices in restaurants on the resort islands are high. Dinner for two with alcohol costs an average of $300-800, depending on the selected dishes and alcoholic drinks.

Furaveri Island Resort & Spa

Best All Inclusive Hotels in Maldives

Most Maldives hotels offer tourists the "All Inclusive" system. We have selected for you a selection of hotels that our clients and we ourselves liked.

YOU & ME by Cocoon Maldives

This is one of the most romantic hotels in the Maldives and a great All Inclusive deal. inclusive . Breakfast is served in the main restaurant, but for lunch and dinner guests can choose from one of the a la carte restaurants, except for the H2O restaurant. Three main areas: international, Italian and Japanese cuisine.

The underwater restaurant H2O with a panoramic view of the lagoon is worth mentioning separately. The hall is designed for only 20 people, so reservation is required.

By the way, when booking YOU & ME by Cocoon Maldives on wiotto.com, our managers will be happy to help you book a table for the desired date. During the season in the Maldives, from the end of December to March, it is better to book a table in advance, sometimes even several months in advance. Take this into account when planning your vacation.

YOU & ME by Cocoon Maldives

Movenpick Resort Kuredhivaru Maldives

Superior Resort in Noonu Atoll - Movenpick Resort Kuredhivaru Maldives . Water and beach residences with pools and natural finishes perfectly match the luxurious views of the lagoon and island. The hotel offers the opportunity to choose from 5 meal plans, including All inclusive .

Excellent choice of a la carte dishes in two main restaurants with international and local cuisine. Be sure to try the fish dishes, as well as grilled meat. Interestingly, there is a night buffet. The highlight of the resort is the chocolate hour at lunchtime, when delicious desserts are served.

Movenpick Resort Kuredhivaru Maldives

Ayada Maldives

Winner of many Ayada travel awards Maldives is a favorite of tourists in the Maldives. The island is located far from Male and it will take more than an hour by plane to get there. However, the hotel has everything for a full-fledged vacation. The resort is suitable for those planning a vacation for a week or more. There is a wonderful All package inclusive , which is called Crystal . Breakfast and lunch are served in the main restaurant as a buffet with a wide choice of dishes and themes. Dinner is prepared in the a la carte restaurant. Drinks and alcohol are widely represented and included in the package - they are served until midnight.

Ayada Maldives

Full Board in the Maldives - What's Included in the Package?

"Full board" in Maldives hotels usually includes three meals a day. Soft drinks and alcoholic beverages, depending on the hotel, may or may not be included in the package, or may be included in limited quantities.

In most cases, "Full Board" means only meals and soft drinks.

Full Board is suitable for those who do not drink alcohol or drink very little, when several times a week you can pay extra for a glass of wine in a restaurant, for example. In this case, All inclusive there is no point in booking. For example, in the above-mentioned Ayada Maldives the main difference between All Inclusive and Full Board is alcoholic drinks.

Amaya Resorts & Spa Kuda Rah

Best Full Board Hotels in Maldives

Most of the Maldives hotels offer visitors the "Full Board" system. Below we share some of the best hotels.

Amaya Resorts & Spa Where Rah

This is one of the most favorite hotels of the Wiotto team . The island itself is small, ideal for a real escape from civilization. The resort has 52 villas, a kids' club, a spa center and various entertainment, including water. Meals are on a full system Board in two restaurants: buffet and a la carte. The hotel also has two beach bars. The lagoon around the island has one of the most beautiful house reefs in the Maldives.

Amaya Resorts & Spa Kuda Rah

Cinnamon Velifushi Maldives

The new 5-star resort, opened in 2019, has already gained great popularity. This is one of the few places in the Maldives where you can go surfing. The island is also quite small and is suitable for a secluded holiday. Full Board offers three meals a day in the main restaurant, buffet and a la carte. In the evening you can relax in one of the 4 beach bars and lounges .

Cinnamon Velifushi Maldives

Coco Bodu Hithi

Just 40 minutes by speedboat from Male and you are in Coco Bodu Hithi is one of the best hotels in the Maldives. It is beautiful in every sense. More than 100 villas and residences, 5 restaurants and 2 beach bars, a spa , a diving center, an infinity pool and many other privileges await guests of the island. Buffet breakfast and a la carte dishes to choose from for lunch and dinner in the resort's restaurants. The culinary diversity is very impressive. It is worth noting that the Aqua restaurant , located on the island, was named the best seafood restaurant in the country in 2016.

Coco Bodu Hithi