OBLU XPERIENCE Ailafushi

Maldives, Indian Ocean

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X360 Pool Bar
Ocean View Family Rooms
Ocean View Family Room - master
Ocean View Family Room - master
Ocean View Family Room - kids area
Ocean View Family Room - kids area
Only BLU
Beach Villa
Beach Villa
Beach Villa
Water Villas
Water Villa
Water Villa
Element X
Element X
Pool
X360 Pool Bar
Water Villas
Family Villas
Family Villas
Arrival jetty
Arrival jetty
La Promenade
Kids pool
Kids pool
Kids arcade
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X360 Pool Bar
Ocean View Family Rooms
Ocean View Family Room - master
Ocean View Family Room - master
Ocean View Family Room - kids area
Ocean View Family Room - kids area
Only BLU
Beach Villa
Beach Villa
Beach Villa
Water Villas
Water Villa
Water Villa
Element X
Element X
Pool
X360 Pool Bar
Water Villas
Family Villas
Family Villas
Arrival jetty
Arrival jetty
La Promenade
Kids pool
Kids pool
Kids arcade

The hotel

Embrace island life at OBLU XPERIENCE Ailafushi, a lively retreat driven by smart services, playful design, and incredible experiences. You'll arrive in style with a complimentary speedboat transfer, and as soon as you reach the island of Ailafushi, you're sure to feel relaxed - after all, you'll be surrounded by stunning sea views, soft warm sands, and plenty of Maldivian charm! On the Fushi PlanTM, you'll enjoy delicious meals from Element X's impressive show kitchens and expansive buffet, before heading to X360 for a refreshing drink to accompany the entertainment of the night. Non-motorised water sports are included for 15 minutes a day, as is use of the over-water gym, so those who like to keep active will have lots to enjoy. This is a fun, lively island with lots going on including the daily DJ around the pool and live bands in the evening, but if you fancy making your stay even more special, why not head underneath it? A trip to Only BLU, the underwater restaurant, is an absolute must for a meal that you'll never forget.

Amenities

  • Kayaking
  • Snorkelling
  • Bar
  • Evening Entertainment
  • Fitness Centre/Gym
  • Internet Access
  • Restaurant
  • Safety Deposit Box
  • Spa
  • Swimming Pool
  • Beachfront location

Where is it

Located on Ailafushi Island in Male Atoll, and connected to the neighbouring island OBLU SELECT Lobigili by a 270m long jetty. Complimentary speedboat transfer from Velana International Airport on arrival and departure, taking approximately 15 minutes.

Hotel information

268 rooms, all with ocean views, in-villa WiFi access, safe, large flat screen LCD TV, cable TV, vanity, air conditioning, tea and coffee making facilities, drinking water bottles, hair dryer, iron and ironing board, and robe and slippers. Ocean View Rooms are snug, homey, duplex-style one-bedroom villas, smartly designed to maximise space and comfort, and with a veranda with comfy daybed. With 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 3 adults.

All-Inclusive - The Fushi PlanTM

Inclusions:

  • Complimentary airport transfer by speedboat on arrival and departure, taking approximately 15 minutes. On arrival, guests are received by the airport team and escorted to the jetty for transfer, with chilled water and refreshing face towels provided
  • Breakfast, lunch and dinner at Element X (self-assisted buffet spread with international cuisine and live cooking stations)
  • Dining and entertainment at X360 Bar
  • UNLIMITED orders of regular spirits and beers and house pour wines from the grab and go counter at X360
  • ONE signature cocktail/mocktail at X360 plus a choice of selected cocktails from the bar menu
  • UNLIMITED house pour wines and beers available at the self-assisted sections at Element X
  • Select wine pairings at Copper Pot Food Truck
  • Soft drinks, mineralised water, pre-packet juices and an assortment of tea and coffee available at all outlets
  • Entertainment with daily live music performances and DJ at the X360 Bar
  • Unlimited access to the fully-equipped over-water gymnasium
  • Daily organised group activities
  • Complimentary use of non-motorised water sports equipment (kayak, SUP and paddle board - maximum of 15 minutes per person per day per each item)
  • Kids Club and activities

Please note: specialty dining at the Copper Pot Food Truck and Only BLU under-ocean restaurant are non included in the plan, and are chargeable.

Please note: resort check-in time is at 2pm, and check-out time is at 12 noon. Late check-out is subject to availability on the day of departure at an additional cost. The Fushi PlanTM privileges will stop at 11:00am on departure day.

Beach Villas are just a few steps from the beach, with a private outdoor veranda and garden, inviting interior, walk-in wardrobe leading to a spa-like bathroom, double vanity, and a semi open-air bathroom. With 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 3 adults.

Water Villas stretch into the dazzling lagoon, and are accessed by wooden jetty. Each water villa is shaped like a traditional Maldivian Boat – a ‘dhoni’ – creating a feeling of a romantic hideaway. With a private deck, and a staircase into the water, and a semi open-air bathroom. 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 3 adults.

Ocean Family Two Bedrooms are the same as the Ocean View Rooms, with the addition of a second bedroom with bunkbeds in a story book theme for children, 2 bathrooms, sleeping maximum 2 adults and 2 children.

  • Booking Bonus: Book 4 nights or more by 31 Aug '25 to receive up to 20% off the accommodation cost between 5 Jan '26 - 31 Mar '27.  Terms and conditions apply. Any applicable offers have been calculated into the prices shown. Offers may not be combinable. Blackout dates apply. 

Element X (all-day dining, self-assisted buffet with international cuisine and show kitchens). X360 (main pool bar with scenic lagoon views, daily evening entertainment). The Copper Pot Food Truck (food truck with seafood and meat grills, open for dinner)*. Only BLU (under ocean restaurant open for lunch and dinner. Adult-only except for select lunchtimes when children are welcomed to dine)*.

*Please note: these restaurants are available to dine in at a supplementary cost.

Daily live music performances and DJ at X360 Bar. In-house band.

Large infinity pool. Daily live music performances and DJ at the X360 Bar. Pool Zumba. In-house band. Over-water gymnasium. Daily organised group activities. Non-motorised water sports. Weekly and seasonal group activities such as yoga, strength training, Pilates and more. One of the largest kids’ clubs in the Maldives, with top-level for older kids and teenagers, lower deck for younger kids, and a separate food corner for kids within the club. PADI Certified dive school*. ELE|NA Spa* complex. La Promenade* with shops.

* 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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Jul 11, 2025 Irene K

The room is very very clean the room service guy mohamed is very professional and done is job well in cleaning the room.kudos to him
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Jul 10, 2025 Adventurer558885

Writing this review based on visited Joy island and Cocoon island in the Maldives prior. First of all, this hotel is well presented. Very clean and staff helpful and friendly. Lovely big pool and water slide at the beach- which is good fun. We stayed as a family of 3 in the beach family rooms in the south of the island. The food was good, there… Read more
Writing this review based on visited Joy island and Cocoon island in the Maldives prior. First of all, this hotel is well presented. Very clean and staff helpful and friendly. Lovely big pool and water slide at the beach- which is good fun. We stayed as a family of 3 in the beach family rooms in the south of the island. The food was good, there were no issues there, and included drinks where decent enough. Good well equipped room - a big bonus. The gym was great. A squat rack and free weights in one area, and lots of cardio in another. Best gym we've been to in the Maldives. A couple of things you should know we wish we did - 1. This hotel has no clue what it is. For example, at night, you'll have live singers singing hit tunes from different decades. When they take a break, you get hit with extremely load techo rave for 45mins. It's honestly so weird. Everyone is sitting there with no clue what to do. And I'm talking about 9pm. Then, the singers come back on and open with a saxophone slow dance. Its bonkers. They are trying to cater for club 18-30 and also families. Doesn't work at all in my option. Families clear out of the bar pretty early. Today, in the hotels Instagram, they posted up a video of a group of guys dancing on the seats at the bar at night. Not exactly what the hotel should be presenting to customers if you ask me. 2. Only one bar, so nowhere else to grab a quick drink. 3. Man made island, so snorkelling is poor. If you plan on spending hours in the sea, go somewhere else. The river that runs in the middle of the island is a good spot to see the small sharks and different fish. 4. Smokers. At night outside the bar area on the promenade, you are surrounded by smoke. On the beach, even when located in the middle, folk spark up. So if you don't smoke, there is a good chance you will be by the end of your holiday. And if you do smoke, perfect conditions. 5. It's a self-service island, so no bar orders when seated outside. A small thing that would make a big difference and the hotel should put on an extra staff member to help make this happen. Overall, we've enjoyed this trip, but we wouldn't return. We've spoken to several families here who all said the same. We did a few excursions, but be prepared for the high prices. Speaking of high prices, it's £$60 + for suncream in the shop. If you are seeking a true Maldives experience, then this is not it. It's a good hotel with lots going for it, but a few tweaks could make this place a lot better. Read less
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Jul 2, 2025 Wanderer59596026191

We visited for 8 nights and thoroughly enjoyed the relaxation. We didn't plan to but we did join in and thoroughly enjoyed then pool foam party which was 6- 7pm. We stopped in a water villa and enjoyed the fact that we could relax at villa dipping in and out into the sea. The shower on the water villa was the most refreshing I have ever had… Read more
We visited for 8 nights and thoroughly enjoyed the relaxation. We didn't plan to but we did join in and thoroughly enjoyed then pool foam party which was 6- 7pm. We stopped in a water villa and enjoyed the fact that we could relax at villa dipping in and out into the sea. The shower on the water villa was the most refreshing I have ever had . We also used the sun lounges around the pool or on the beach infront of the pool. We also went to other beaches on the island and was the only couple on the beach. The food was amazing. Best Indian food I have ever had. We had a full body message at the spa and would recommend this. There was a singer or DJ on at night, we asked for some songs which she was happy to play. If you want it bit quieter you can sit outside. Amazing sunsets from water villa, staff very attentive. Read less
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Jul 1, 2025 Rebecca M

We went on a JetSki tour with these guys, we snorkelled and went to the sandbar and it was amazing. Highly recommend if you’re in the area!!
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Jun 30, 2025 Wendyh5761

In our opinion not a couples resort, there are a lot of families here, it's noisy. We did enjoy, but mainly because we could escape to an overwater villa. Food ok if you enjoy India/ Asian. We did recommend the temperature food be served hotter. Not all inclusive, lots of extras, restaurants,drinks and water sports. Staff amazing. Villa leaked in… Read more
In our opinion not a couples resort, there are a lot of families here, it's noisy. We did enjoy, but mainly because we could escape to an overwater villa. Food ok if you enjoy India/ Asian. We did recommend the temperature food be served hotter. Not all inclusive, lots of extras, restaurants,drinks and water sports. Staff amazing. Villa leaked in the storm, thorough the door, ceiling and up through the floor. All issues were reported on site. Read less