They dare to be different on Sangeli island, on Malé Atoll’s north-west perimeter — where creative minds have concocted a dazzling design hotel that’s a far cry from the simplistic rustic retreats of ‘old Maldives’. Edgy features make it feel fabulously fresh and innovative, but there’s still a nod to authentic Maldives in your super-spacious beach-skimming villa. The main Sangeli Island and the smaller adults-only island, One Banyan, are linked by a string of overwater villas, plus the exclusive honeymoon select ocean villas— you can amble between the spa, gym, dining venues and recreation and water sports hubs at your leisure. And, the premium all-inclusive Serenity Plan provides complimentary treats along the way, including a daily mini-bar refill, two fine dining experiences a week, unlimited drinks, one 45 minute spa treatment for every 4 night stay per couple and selected excursions, activities and water sports.
Amenities
Kayaking
Scuba Diving
Snorkelling
Kids Club
Bar
Evening Entertainment
Fitness Centre/Gym
Beachfront location
Where is it
On the north-western edge of the Malé Atoll, this resort is set over two small islands linked by a curve of water villas, with the spa and two restaurants on the smaller island, and most other amenities on the larger island. Complimentary speedboat transfer to and from Malé International Airport: 50 minutes, operating 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. On arrival day, guests will be met by representatives at the airport and escorted to the speedboat jetty. A boat host will be on hand to ensure a smooth journey.
Hotel information
137 villas and suites, all with air-conditioning, safe, tea/coffee-making facilities, hairdryer, complimentary WiFi access, complimentary mini-bar replenished daily, iron and ironing board, mini bar, flat-screen LCD TV, bathrobe, and slippers.
Beach Villas are 81m² standalone villas facing the lagoons, and have a semi open-air bathroom, direct beach access, and 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 3 adults.
Serenity Plan: All-Inclusive of: buffet breakfast, lunch and dinner at The Courtyard, plus one visit included at either JustWok or Just Grill, for lunch or dinner, for a one to three-night stay (two visits included, for a four to seven-night stay; three visits included, for an eight to 11-night stay; four visits included for a 12-night stay and above. Pre-booking required, as per availability. Children under 16 years can dine at specialty restaurants during dinner only). Freshly prepared local afternoon snacks at the Hedhikka Hut. A selection of drinks including regular international brands spirits, wines, and beers, cocktails, mocktails, soft drinks, mineral water, tea and coffee from The Courtyard, JustWok, Just Grill, The Sangs Bar, One Banyan Bar and The Rock. In-room mini-bar (beer, wine, soft drinks and snacks, replenished once per day). Water sports including stand up paddle boarding, kayaking, pedalo rental and snorkelling equipment. One complimentary sunset fishing trip per stay (weather permitting) and one complimentary excursion per stay from a selection. Entertainment (live music three times a week, DJ twice a week). Weekly, seasonal group activities, including yoga and pilates. Kids’ club.One 45-minute spa treatment pp for every 4-7 night stay. Two 45-minute spa treatments pp for every 8-11 night stay. Three 45-minute spa treatments pp for every 12-15 nights stay. Unlimited access to fitness centre.
Please note: All-Inclusive will cease at 11:00am on day of departure. Some items may incur a supplement, such as premium brand drinks.
Beach Villas with Pool feature a 13m² private plunge pool, and direct beach access ,with 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 3 adults.
Water Villas are set over the ocean with direct access to the house reef, ocean view, bathtub and rain shower, private sundeck with loungers, and 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 2 adults.
Water Villas with pool are the same as water villas, with direct access to the lagoon, with the addition of an outdoor bed and private pool, featuring 1 king-size bed, sleeping 2 adults.
Honeymoon Select Ocean Villas are intimate over water villas with a private pool, sunset views, and an outdoor shower, sleeping maximum 2 adults. These villas include direct check-in at your villa, welcome bottle of champagne with canapés and fruit platter, dine-around in all three restaurants throughout the stay, one couples massage per stay (for stays of 4 nights or more), special evening turn-down service, dedicated butler service, and in-villa breakfast once during stay.
Two Bedroom Beach Pool Suites feature two open-air bathrooms, spacious living area, direct beach access, veranda with comfy daybed, and a private pool. One master bedroom has 1 king-size bed, with the secondary bedroom featuring twin beds, sleeping maximum 4 adults and 2 children.
3 restaurants: The Courtyard (all-day dining menu with buffet, live cooking stations, and theme nights), JustWok (fine-dining, contemporary Pan-Asian menu, outdoor dining area), Just Grill (fine dining seafood and meat grill menu, open for lunch and dinner). The Sangs pool bar (with fresh local afternoon snacks by Mr Fry).
Music and DJ nights (three times a week). Live music (weekly).
Outdoor swimming pool, One Banyan Pool (adults-only) and kids' pool. ELENA Spa*. Fitness centre. TGI Dive & Water Sports Centre* (stand-up paddle boarding, kayaking, pedalo, snorkelling equipment, diving* and sunset fishing trips – weather permitting). Unlimited snorkelling excursions included during stay. Excursions*.
Complimentary WiFi.
* Denotes local charge.
Please note: One Banyan Island is an adults-only island from sunrise to sunset (children are allowed to attend the two specialty restaurants for dinner).
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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Oblu Select - Paradise !
May 20, 2025Snehil T
The resort tremendously beautiful and we stayed 3 Nights in Honeymoon suite (Do not miss staying here) and 2 nights in Beach villa with private pool.
The entire experience was lovely, greeted warmly by Niheart. He is an amazing human being and helped us with almost everything. Kudos to him.
Special mention to Chef Vijay and Chef Rahul for…
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The resort tremendously beautiful and we stayed 3 Nights in Honeymoon suite (Do not miss staying here) and 2 nights in Beach villa with private pool.
The entire experience was lovely, greeted warmly by Niheart. He is an amazing human being and helped us with almost everything. Kudos to him.
Special mention to Chef Vijay and Chef Rahul for providing us with Customized meal. Thorough professionals.
Would not give a 2nd thought of coming back to this 2nd home.
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What a experience
May 19, 2025Robert B
Island is not to big not to small. Just right size. The service of this rezort is more the perfect. I have realy nothing bad to say. Special thanks to chef Rahul and his perfect breakfast and even better lunch. Also special thanks to our weiter Shafu at the Sangs. But realy thanks to everybody in this resort making our holliday perfect
Lovely island with beautiful people
May 19, 2025teresaribeirodsCascais, Portugal
I loved my stay at Oblu Sangeli.
From the manager Frank and all staff i got only the best. The island, rooms and food was marvelous.
My husband needed medical help and Frank and his staff did everything to help . They care about everyone and make you feel at home. It was my first time in Maldives and i intend coming back where i was happy and…
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I loved my stay at Oblu Sangeli.
From the manager Frank and all staff i got only the best. The island, rooms and food was marvelous.
My husband needed medical help and Frank and his staff did everything to help . They care about everyone and make you feel at home. It was my first time in Maldives and i intend coming back where i was happy and very well cared for. CONGRATULATIONS to all the staff. See you soon and THANK YOU.
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Dream vacation 😎🏝️
May 18, 2025robert m
We visited the Maldives for the third time (previously visited islands were Merru island, Vilamendhoo), which were also good, but we liked the Sangeli hotel the most. Vilamendhoo has a beautiful house reef, but the coral garden on Sangeli made up for everything. The children saw a ray, a moray eel, and many turtles. The accommodation was amazing…
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We visited the Maldives for the third time (previously visited islands were Merru island, Vilamendhoo), which were also good, but we liked the Sangeli hotel the most. Vilamendhoo has a beautiful house reef, but the coral garden on Sangeli made up for everything. The children saw a ray, a moray eel, and many turtles. The accommodation was amazing and the cuisine was excellent throughout the entire stay. The chefs constantly asked if we had everything and if they could prepare something special for us and the children. A big thank you to the entire staff, but especially to the chefs Rahul and Deepak from the main restaurant and Mohammad, who took exemplary care of us. Thank you and we hope to see you again
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Amazing holiday!
May 17, 2025JulieS54London, United Kingdom
We’ve just returned from a two week visit to this beautiful hotel and have had the best time ever.
We had a water villa which gave us the most amazing views and the floor window enabled us to see a wide variety of beautiful fish, and a friendly reef shark that visited every evening.
The food is amazing everywhere, and eating at the Courtyard…
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We’ve just returned from a two week visit to this beautiful hotel and have had the best time ever.
We had a water villa which gave us the most amazing views and the floor window enabled us to see a wide variety of beautiful fish, and a friendly reef shark that visited every evening.
The food is amazing everywhere, and eating at the Courtyard virtually on the beach was so lovely in the mornings.
Massages, snorkelling and fishing trips were included in the Serenity plan and made the overall experience complete . Snorkelling on the hotel reef is a must. We did it every day and saw some amazing wildlife.
Apart from the stunning setting and the wonderful facilities the biggest asset the hotel has is its staff. Without exception they all offer such genuine hospitality, friendliness and care. All the want us for you to be having a good time and will do whatever necessary for that to happen.
A special shout out to Mohammed in the Courtyard restaurant though, he is such a lovely person and his happy, friendly and caring nature was so great each day. He’s a great ambassador for the hotel.
I’d recommend this hotel 100%.
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Oblu Select - Paradise !