IHG Hotels & Resorts in the Maldives

IHG Hotels & Resorts unites 19 hotel brands, both premium and budget segments. Thousands of hotels of this chain are scattered all over the world, including IHG resorts in the Maldives. In this article, we will tell you about the 5 most popular:

Holiday Inn Resort Kandooma Maldives

InterContinental Maldives Maamunagau Resort

The InterContinental Maldives Maamunagau is located in Raa Atoll, one of the best for snorkeling and diving. Next to the InterContinental is a frequent habitat of manta rays. The island has a program to preserve these graceful animals. Nearby is Baa Atoll, much of which is under UNESCO protection as the Hanifaru Nature Reserve. Together, Baa and Raa Atolls cover an area of reefs and lagoons with the most picturesque underwater world in the Maldives. From the resort to Hanifaru is about 45 minutes by speedboat, offering the opportunity to visit amazing snorkeling spots.

The island of Maamunagau is small, but it has everything for a full-fledged holiday and more:

A wide range of beach and water villas with private pools;
An excellent entertainment program, from water and land sports to evening programs, as well as services of instructors, trainers, and coaches;
A spa with award-winning relaxation treatments, housed in a building on stilts in the lagoon;
A choice of bars and restaurants, including a variety of cuisines from traditional Maldivian to Japanese and Italian;
A children’s club and the possibility of using babysitting services;
A communal pool with fresh water;
Organization of weddings, birthdays, and other private events;
A diving and snorkeling club;

Choose and book a villa at InterContinental Maldives Maamunagau.

InterContinental Maldives Maamunagau Resort

Holiday Inn Resort Kandooma Maldives

Holiday Inn Resort Kandooma Maldives is located in South Male Atoll, 45 minutes by speedboat from the capital Malé and its main international airport, Velana. It is ideal for families with children, as there is no need to wait for a seaplane.

Learn more about all possible types of transfers in the Maldives from this article.

Kandooma Resort is a solid four-star property, offering excellent service for reasonable money. On the island, you will find:

Beach and water villas, with and without private pools, as well as multi-story villas with several separate bedrooms for large families;
9 bars and restaurants, including Asian and Maldivian cuisine, and a great selection of bars (depending on the meal plan chosen, alcohol may or may not be included in the stay);
A spa, children’s club, entertainment programs, and a gym, including programs for children of different ages and even surfing lessons;
Surfing spots and instructors (not all hotels in the Maldives offer surfing opportunities);
A diving center, including specially designed programs for children;

Choose and book a villa at Holiday Inn Resort Kandooma Maldives.

Holiday Inn Resort Kandooma Maldives

Vignette Collection Noku Maldives

The Vignette Collection Noku Maldives is located in Noonu Atoll. Transfer from Malé is by seaplane or local airlines with a subsequent transfer to a speedboat, taking about 45–60 minutes depending on the type of transfer chosen. The atoll is quite remote from the capital, but the underwater world in its lagoons is unrivaled. These places are often chosen by divers and snorkelers.

Noku Maldives is a 5-star deluxe hotel. The island has only 20 beach villas and 30 villas on stilts in the lagoon. Most rooms have private pools. Consider the Water Villa with Private Pool & Sunset View for a gorgeous sunset view. The interior is done in subdued colors, designed with taste and sophistication. One of the main concepts of the resort is the unity of vacationers with nature. For example, there are no TVs in the villas, perfect for a break from work and gadgets. Instead, the island offers plenty of entertainment and relaxing activities, from a wonderful spa to exciting sea excursions, including a diving center, ocean fishing, and trips on a traditional dhoni boat with dolphins.

Choose and book a villa at Vignette Collection Noku Maldives.

Vignette Collection Noku Maldives

Six Senses Kanuhura Maldives

Six Senses Kanuhura Maldives is located in Lhaviyani Atoll, 40 minutes by seaplane from Malé. This deluxe 5-star resort is one of the most memorable and luxurious hotels in the Maldives. The villas feature stylish interiors with bright elements, thatched roofs, large panoramic windows, spacious rooms, and private pools. Whether you choose a beach or water villa, you will be delighted. The island also offers:

An original communal pool with trees growing in the middle, plus private overflow pools with a small cascade;
Overwater hammocks for lagoon villas;
Romantic bars and restaurants with a good selection of dishes from various world cuisines;
A spa with specially designed comprehensive programs, including massages, professional cosmetics, yoga classes, and more;
A children’s club for children of different ages, plus babysitting services;
A diving and snorkeling center, as well as a wide range of water sports;
Evening and daytime programs, including live music, crab races, excursions to local and uninhabited islands, and romantic picnics;
Several tennis courts, a mini-football pitch, squash, and a gym;
Organization of celebrations, including wedding ceremonies, which, while not legally binding in the Maldives, are a beautiful experience that newlyweds travel to the Maldives for;

Another interesting feature of Six Senses Kanuhura Maldives is that the resort spans three islands. The largest contains all the hotel’s infrastructure, while the two smaller neighboring islands are uninhabited, offering complete silence and privacy for a romantic picnic.

Choose and book a villa at Six Senses Kanuhura Maldives.

Six Senses Kanuhura Maldives

Six Senses Laamu

Six Senses Laamu Resort is located on the Laamu Atoll. This deluxe 5-star hotel is a great option for those seeking a classic Maldivian holiday. It’s an authentic place with modern trends. The island offers wooden villas with thatched roofs, wide panoramic windows, and large canopy beds, using many natural materials in the decor. There are beach and water villas, with and without pools.

The island has plenty of greenery and a wide lagoon with a beautiful house reef, making it one of the best places for snorkeling in the Maldives. Laamu also offers:

A large communal panoramic swimming pool;
Surfing spots, which are rare for Maldivian resorts;
A children’s club, positioning the hotel as family-friendly, plus babysitting services;
A wide range of water and land sports, including the X-Jet flying platform, Sea Doo underwater towing vehicle, water skiing, and windsurfing;
A diving center, with diving available for children from 8 years old;
A spa salon with professional massage therapists and specialized specialists, offering individual programs for visitors;
A good selection of excursions and various entertainment;
Authentic bars and restaurants with some of the Maldives’ finest chefs;
Garden tours showcasing organic farming, with many crops used in the island’s restaurants;
An open-air cinema;
An excursion with a marine biologist to learn the secrets of the lagoon and the Maldives’ underwater world;
Lunch on a desert island and other activities;