Le Meridien Maldives Resort & Spa

Maldives, Indian Ocean

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The hotel

A true desert island experience awaits you at Le Meridien Maldives Resort and Spa, and it’s a divers’ paradise! Located in Thilamaafushi, a natural island surrounded by blue lagoons and scenic Indian Ocean views, this hotel boasts six restaurants and bars - including Tabemasu with its impressive teppanyaki counter and Omakase menu, and Turqouise, a beachside marketplace with a variety of food options. Adults can also enjoy Riviera, a beachside playground complete with infinity pool and a private beach. This resort is great for families, boasting a range of activities for all ages! From folklore storytelling and sustainable art classes at Le Meridien Kids Hub to family foraging at The Greenhouse. The hotel also has its own private island, Bodu Finolhu, with a marine conservation hub and a range of marine life, including hawksbill turtles. Unwind at the spa, or in one of two infinity pools, or grab a hand-crafted cocktail at Velaa Bar and Grill. A stay here is sure to be unforgettable.

Amenities

  • Kayaking
  • Sailing
  • Scuba Diving
  • Snorkelling
  • Water Skiing
  • Windsurfing
  • Yoga
  • Babysitting service
  • Kids Club
  • Bar
  • Fitness Centre/Gym
  • Internet Access

Where is it

Located on the island of Thilamaafushi, in Lhaviyani Atoll, one of the Maldives’ smaller and underdeveloped atolls. Transfer time from Malé International Airport: 35 minutes by seaplane (remember to pack light for the seaplane transfer as luggage allowance is 20kg plus 5kg hand luggage, per person).

Hotel information

134 well-appointed guest villas, featuring unparalleled views across the whitewashed beaches, the Indian Ocean or turquoise lagoon. All with air-conditioning, tea/coffee-making facilities, iron and ironing board, mini fridge, safe, bathrobe, separate shower and tub, hair dryer, bathroom amenities, smart TV, and complimentary WiFi access. Beach Villas are 82 sqm featuring direct beach access, outdoor bathroom, and 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 2 adults and 2 children.

Half Board option: includes daily breakfast buffet at Turquoise. Dinner, choice of daily theme dinner buffet or a 3-course set menu served at Turquoise (set menu only when buffet is not available), 3-course set menu at Velaa Bar + Grill or 3-course set menu at Riviera Tapas.

Full Board option: includes daily breakfast buffet at Turquoise. Lunch, choice of Turquoise (only when the restaurant is open), 3-course set menu at Velaa Bar + Grill and 3-course set menu at Riviera Tapas. Dinner, choice of daily theme dinner buffet or a 3-course set menu served at Turquoise (set menu only when buffet is not available), 3-course set menu at Velaa Bar + Grill or 3-course set menu at Riviera Tapas.

Drinks: unlimited consumption of non-alcoholic beverages from the beverage list served in the above-mentioned outlets, only during mealtime (breakfast, lunch or dinner), and to be consumed in the outlets only. Mini-bar - non-alcoholic beverage and snacks replenished once per day.

All-Inclusive option: includes daily breakfast buffet at Turquoise. Lunch, choice of Turquoise (only when the restaurant is open), Waves Café, Velaa Bar + Grill, Riviera Tapas and Riviera Bar. Dinner, choice of daily theme dinner buffet or a 3-course set menu served at Turquoise (set menu only when buffet is not available), 3-course set menu at Velaa Bar + Grill, 3-course set menu at Riviera Tapas & Bar and 3-course set menu at Tabemasu, available once every 4 days (only when the restaurant is open).

Drinks: unlimited consumption of alcoholic and non alcoholic drinks from the All-Inclusive beverage list served in the restaurants and bars, available during opening hours of the bars and restaurants. Includes mini-bar alcoholic beverages (excluding Champagne) + all non-alcoholic beverages and snacks. Replenishing of consumed items will be one time per day only. 375 ml spirits and bottles of wine will only be replenished every 4 days.

Premium All-Inclusive option: includes daily breakfast served at Turquoise. Lunch, choice of Turquoise (only when the restaurant is open), Waves Café, Afternoon Tea (available at Latitude with advance reservations), Velaa Bar + Grill, Riviera Tapas and Riviera Bar. Dinner, choice of daily theme dinner buffet or a 3-course set menu served at Turquoise (set menu only when buffet is not available), 3-course set menu including weekly theme nights at Velaa Bar + Grill, 3-course set menu including weekly theme nights at Riviera Tapas & Bar, 3-course set menu at Tabemasu including weekly theme nights (only when the restaurant is open), Teppanyaki dinner at Tabemasu available - once every 4 days (with advance reservations and only when the restaurant is open).

Drinks: unlimited consumption of alcoholic and nonalcoholic drinks from the All-Inclusive beverage list served in the restaurants and bars. House Champagne, served by the glass only. Includes mini-bar alcoholic beverages and all non-alcoholic beverages and snacks. Replenishing of consumed items will be one time per day only. 375 ml spirits and bottles of wine will only be replenished every 4 days. USD 50.00 credit applicable per each bottle of premium Champagne.

Room upgrades

Beach Garden Pool Villas feature an open-air bathroom, private pool, and direct beach access from the patio, with 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 3 adults.

Beach Pool Villas are the same as above, with a pool located at the front of the villa.

Overwater Villas with pools have either sunrise or sunset views, private pool, and direct lagoon access. The bedroom has 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 3 adults.

Two Bedroom Beach Pool Villas feature direct beach access with a private pool, two bedrooms each with 1 king-size bed or 1 king-size bed and twin beds, and an open-air bathroom, sleeping maximum 6 people.

  • Booking Bonus: Book by 31 May '25 to receive up to 60% off the accommodation cost for stays between 1 May - 31 Oct '25. Plus receive a complimentary upgrade from Half Board to All Inclusive for stays between 1 May - 30 Sep '25.  Terms and conditions apply. Any applicable offers have been calculated into the prices shown. Offers may not be combinable. Blackout dates apply. To qualify for the upgrade to All Inclusive, please ensure you are selecting the upgraded All Inclusive option at the time of booking. 

Turquoise (all-day dining, offering a range of International cuisine). Tabemasu (distinct Japanese dining experience). Velaa Bar + Grill (relaxed poolside dining and drinks in the day, transforming to a seafood grill in the evening). Riviera Bar (beachfront bar). Waves Café. Latitude (coffee house and bar).

Family swimming pool. Adults-only pool. 24-hour fitness centre. Explore Spa*. Kids club with scheduled activities (ages 4-12 years. Children under 4 must be accompanied by an adult at all times). Snorkelling. Stand up paddle boarding. Kayaking. Windsurfing*. Banana boat rides*. Tubing*. Water skiing*. Wakeboarding*. Catamaran trips*. Fishing*. Scuba diving*. Creative art space. Bodu Finolhu private island. Marine hub. Nature walks. Beach volleyball. Twilight cinema. Le Meridien Family and Kids' Hub, with programmed activities (nature trails, folklore storytelling and sustainable art classes). The Greenhouse (immersive family experiences).

Complimentary WiFi access. Laundry service*. Concierge. Babysitting service*. Boutique.

*Denotes local charge.

Please note: to ensure our customer's safety, we are unable to offer over water accommodation to children under the age of 12.

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Traveller rating

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Image of the Tripadvisor rating Exceptional Service in Paradise

May 16, 2025 omart1417 San Diego, California

From the very start being greeted when you land, to the kind and top notch service at the Turquoise for their great breakfast (shout out to Erma, Navin, Nasheeth), to the kind and engaging duo (Torsa and her partner) at the kids club letting our kids have a blast and all around the entire beautifully kept resort, the service was exceptional. Room… Read more
From the very start being greeted when you land, to the kind and top notch service at the Turquoise for their great breakfast (shout out to Erma, Navin, Nasheeth), to the kind and engaging duo (Torsa and her partner) at the kids club letting our kids have a blast and all around the entire beautifully kept resort, the service was exceptional. Room was just like how’d we picture it and even the gym was brand new and had all the equipment you’d ever need! To top it all off, from the beginning having Ali guide us through the check in and be there for us through our whole 6 day trip was so amazing to have. Honestly too convenient being able to contact him whenever we needed but it made our stay there that much more exceptional. Thank you all for creating such a magical memory for our family! Read less
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May 16, 2025 Eva M

We spent our honeymoon at Le Méridien and honestly couldn’t have made a better choice. My husband and I prefer calm, peaceful holidays, so we booked a Lagoon Villa for the privacy—and it was exactly what we hoped for. The villa was beautiful and well-equipped, and the housekeeping team kept everything spotless without us ever needing to ask. What… Read more
We spent our honeymoon at Le Méridien and honestly couldn’t have made a better choice. My husband and I prefer calm, peaceful holidays, so we booked a Lagoon Villa for the privacy—and it was exactly what we hoped for. The villa was beautiful and well-equipped, and the housekeeping team kept everything spotless without us ever needing to ask. What really made the stay special, though, was the service. Every single request we had was handled quickly and with genuine care. A big thank you to Maadh, our concierge, who went above and beyond the entire time. He was always available, super professional, and made sure everything ran smoothly for us. The food and beverage experience was another highlight—consistently perfect from start to finish. We especially enjoyed our dinners at Turquoise, Velaa, and Riviera; each offered something special and delicious. At one point, my husband caught a mild flu from the AC and then got sunburned on top of that—but the in-house doctor took great care of him, and he was already feeling better the next day. We’re really grateful to the whole team at the resort for making our honeymoon so memorable. Thank you for everything! Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Extraordinary 10/10

May 15, 2025 BADER A

Everything was extraordinarily ( service , room , food and activities specially our personal assistance Mr Ali ) he was so kind with us, available alway and happy to help and make our experience amazing thanks a lot for all the team special for MrAli
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May 15, 2025 Huiwen W

eat service. Excellent food. Felt welcomed since we came out from Male airport. There's a lounge waiting for the seaplane. Once we landed on Le Meridien. Ali helped us all the way, check-in, introduction, booking restaurants and buggy. Whenever we have questions, we reached for him. He's been very helpful. The food is Delicious. Every dish is… Read more
eat service. Excellent food. Felt welcomed since we came out from Male airport. There's a lounge waiting for the seaplane. Once we landed on Le Meridien. Ali helped us all the way, check-in, introduction, booking restaurants and buggy. Whenever we have questions, we reached for him. He's been very helpful. The food is Delicious. Every dish is dedicated cooked and plating. I didn't find anything I don't like. Service is so good. Staff says hello and be there whenever you need them. I'm also lucky to see dolphins. The weather is unpredictable as it's rainy season. But it's very beautiful. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Let's go to paradise...Le Meridien by Maldivas

May 5, 2025 kikas1975

Everything was perfect. I do not forget my 50 anniversary and the surprise they made to me. Wonderfull. Very good organisation since the 1st day until the last one. We had been in a overwater with pool, excellent. All the persons very kind, helpfull and attentious. Very clean inside and outside. Beautifull gardens. The meals are all very good and… Read more
Everything was perfect. I do not forget my 50 anniversary and the surprise they made to me. Wonderfull. Very good organisation since the 1st day until the last one. We had been in a overwater with pool, excellent. All the persons very kind, helpfull and attentious. Very clean inside and outside. Beautifull gardens. The meals are all very good and appreciate variety. The buggys are a good help to go and back in the resort. Maybe the tours a little expensive. Read less