The best hotels in Laamu Atoll in the Maldives: from luxury resorts to budget guesthouses

Laamu Atoll is a remote corner of 82 paradise islands secluded in the Indian Ocean. And only 12 of them, in the southeastern part, are inhabited. The tourism industry in this corner of the Maldives is just beginning to develop. Therefore, the atoll cannot boast of a large selection of luxury hotels, but there is one of the most famous resorts in the Maldives - Six Senses Laamu. It is the only five-star resort and famous atoll installation. Otherwise, there are more modest guesthouses and three-star hotels on Laamu. However, they are of high standards, comfort and cleanliness.

But the main thing is that Laamu is a virgin untouched corner, which has been preserved in its original form. It is surrounded by colorful coral reefs and tropical islands. This is the southern border of the central Maldives, where you can find everything for diving and surfing. Will appeal to those who need shallow lagoons for snorkeling. On the atoll near the southern islands, in winter and summer, there are smooth, magnificent waves that are interesting to servers. And the western part of the atoll has beautiful lagoons, popular for snorkeling. Another plus of the atoll is its historical sights. The ruins of ancient monasteries that belonged to Buddhist places of worship have survived to this day.

To get to the atoll, you need to transfer from Male International Airport to Kadhdhoo Airport.

Six Senses Laamu

Six Senses Laamu

The only five-star resort in the atoll. A popular luxury hotel that attracts bloggers and celebrities. Paradise offers high service and the highest level of comfort. The famous eco-resort of the Maldives, where all the villas are built from environmentally friendly materials. The hotel has become one of the pioneers of sustainable development. To preserve the wealth of the underwater world, a center for the study of manta rays was opened on the island. Moreover, guests can explore the underwater world of the Indian Ocean together with a marine biologist.

• 97 villas
• 18 accommodations
• 4 restaurants and 1 bar with excellent views
• 1 infinity pool

An ecological hotel surrounded by dense tropical vegetation has become a famous installation. Bloggers come to the Instagram hotel for colorful photos, collecting many likes and views. Glass-bottomed baths with a turquoise ocean, outdoor hammocks, and long wooden bridges have become very popular. The hotel also boasts one of the largest infinity pools in the Maldives. The island has its own gardens and a mini-farm for growing organic products.

• Rooms. A luxurious resort with spacious villas boasting eco-friendly design. This is minimalism, which is combined with luxury and technology. The luxury villas are equipped with the latest technology.
• There is an iPod docking station, flat-screen TVs, and a coffee maker.
• Children's leisure. The hotel is recommended for families with children. The kids club welcomes young guests from 3 to 12 years old. For children, a children's menu has been created that includes only wholesome and healthy food. Family villas are equipped with swimming pools and the main pool has a special section for children. On vacation, children are engaged in exploring the island, draw on the sand, make flower bouquets, get acquainted with mantas. Little guests are delighted with the chocolate room. There is a cinema, an observatory and even an underwater library.
• Nutrition. The products grown on the island are used to prepare dishes served in the organic restaurant. You can try Japanese cuisine, fusion cuisine, fresh seafood, exotic cocktails, visit the ice and chocolate studio.
• Leisure. The island has a five-star dive center with experienced instructors who speak many languages ​​of the world. Guests, regardless of experience and preparation, will be helped to immerse themselves in the mysterious underwater world. For children, the first steps into the underwater world are possible from 8 years old. From sports activities, they offer to try kayaking, water skiing, wakeboarding, windsurfing, ride a sports boat, catamaran, and an underwater tug. In addition, fans of sports and science fiction can try their hand at the flying platform. The island is far from civilization, so all entertainment is located only at the resort itself. They offer a romantic cruise, walks on traditional dhoni boats, a cinema, wine tasting in a wine cellar, a picnic on a desert island.
• The spa has 9 private treatment pavilions. Each of them boasts a magnificent view of the Indian Ocean. Provide Ayurveda treatments to relax and enjoy the moment.

Location. Olhuveli Island. It will take 50 minutes by domestic flights to Kadhdhoo Airport and then 20 minutes by speedboat.

Six Senses Laamu

Rahaa Resort

The four-star hotel attracts with lush tropical vegetation.

A hotel with beautiful villas overlooking the turquoise Indian Ocean. All villas in the hotel are coastal. A combination of minimalist design and state-of-the-art equipment. The hotel has everything you need for relaxation: a spa center, a beach located on the shore of the lake and ocean, beautifully equipped terraces. Suitable for families with children and lovers of romantic and active vacations.

• 16 rooms
• 1 swimming pool
• 1 restaurant and 1 bar

More about the resort

• Rooms. Two accommodation options: with a lake view and an ocean view. The rooms have air conditioning, TV, free internet, tea and coffee making facilities, terrace, king-size bed.
• Leisure. The hotel has everything you need for diving, and there are many interesting dive sites nearby. Fans of water activities will find scooters, kayaks, windsurfing, catamarans. In the center of water activities you can go surfing, jet-ski, water skiing, kayaking. Dolphin hunting cruises, deep sea and coastal fishing are organized daily. There are bicycles for walking on the island. The island is quite large for travel, there are many places for excursions. Previously, local residents professed Buddhism, so there are sights that still remind of this. The most interesting place is a forest lake with white coral sand.
• Visitors to the island have the opportunity to visit a fish factory: just 20 minutes by speedboat. This is one of the largest factories in Southeast Asia, where up to 4,000 tons of tuna are stored.
• The hotel often hosts romantic weddings. And in the spa you can try Japanese, Hawaiian, Thai massages, honey wraps.
• Nutrition. Three restaurants: the main one is located right on the beach. It offers international cuisine and buffet meals. There is also the opportunity to taste Maldivian dishes, Asian delicacies and Mediterranean cuisine. The bar is open in the evenings with tropical cocktails and a disco.
• Guests are offered off-site breakfasts and dinners both on and off the island. The hotel has its own cellar with a decent selection of wines. The main restaurant hosts theme nights.
• Location. Located 25 km from the local airport. The speedboat journey will take 25 minutes.

Rahaa Resort

Evexia Beach Collection

4-star hotel in Laamu Atoll. It is not located on the first line, but it is not far from the beach: only 450 meters. This is a city beach, the hotel does not have its own. All rooms are clean, tidy and modern. Bathrooms have hydro massage jets and pool views. Suitable for both youth companies and families. You can rent a car, use the services of a laundry, a hairdresser.

• 16 rooms
• Open pool
• City Beach

More about the hotel

• Rooms . All rooms are equipped with air conditioning, flat-screen TV, minibar, coffee maker, kettle, hairdryer. Free Wi-Fi is available in the rooms.
• Nutrition . The hotel has its own restaurant, cafe-bar, pool and business center.
• Leisure . Own spa, massage room, Jacuzzi. Fitness lovers will find a gym, aerobics room, bike rental.

Location . Located on the island of Gan, close to the airport: only 8 km. The speedboat journey will take about 10 minutes.

Reveries Diving Village

The bed and breakfast resort  is located on the island of Gan. It is surrounded by pristine coral reefs and white sandy beaches. This is a boutique hotel ideal for a relaxing break. It opened in 2012. The four-story building offers ocean views from the rooftop. The hotel has a private pool and guests will find free Wi-Fi in the rooms.

• Rooms. The hotel has 26 rooms in total. All are modernly furnished and offer ocean views.
• Nutrition. The restaurant serves local and international cuisine. Food will be delivered to the room at the request of customers. The hotel has a rooftop restaurant with ocean views. Breakfast is served buffet style. There is a children's menu. Have romantic candlelight dinners.
• Leisure. Entertainment - diving and snorkeling. You can also work out in the gym or devote yourself to water sports. In the spa you can enjoy oriental, Thai, sports, Swedish massage. Entertainment - diving, snorkeling, dolphin watching and fishing. The hotel has billiards, table tennis. They organize excursions, fishing.

Location. The hotel is located on the west coast of the atoll on Gan Island, a 10-minute drive from Kadhdhoo Airport.

Reveries Diving Village

Nazaki Residences

Small hotel with a private beach and ocean views. It is very tiny: only 16 comfortable rooms on the first coastline. Perfect for romantics as well as families. The hotel has all the conditions for a comfortable stay.

Rooms are located in two-story cottages. Concierge services, assistance in buying an excursion, transfer are provided around the clock.

• Rooms. All rooms correspond to a four-star standard. The highlight is a delightful panorama that opens through the panoramic transparent walls and gives a view of the ocean. If you wish, you can lower the curtains. The rooms have air conditioning, electric kettle, shower.
• Nutrition. Has its own restaurant serving local, Asian and Mediterranean cuisine. Have picnics.
• Leisure. From entertainment offer diving, snorkeling, fishing tours, cruises in search of dolphins. From sports leisure - jet skis. The hotel has a playroom for children. There is a spa for rest and relaxation.

Location. Located 26 km from the airport, on the island of Gan.

Nazaki Residences

Amra Palace

The three-star hotel is located on the island of Gan, located in a private gated complex, among evergreen tropical gardens. The beach is just a few minutes from the hotel. The island is known for its long beautiful sandy beaches.

• Rooms. The hotel is small, with 20 rooms. You can choose from three types of accommodation, including a suite. The standard rooms have a double bed, bathroom, air conditioning, TV, private terrace.
• Nutrition. It has its own restaurant serving local and international cuisine. You can order food delivery to your room.
• Leisure. Guests can enjoy the spa, private beach area and free Wi-Fi in rooms and throughout. Entertainment - tennis, volleyball, fitness center. The hotel helps to organize excursions.

Location. The hotel is just a 10-minute drive from Gan Airport, where flights from Male 'arrive.

All budget hotels are located on the island of Gan: this choice has its own charm, because the local island is quite large and open to explorers. And for a holiday on a resort island in Laamu Atoll, you can choose from a four-star or five-star hotel built on a private island.