OBLU SELECT Lobigili

Maldives, Indian Ocean

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The hotel

In the Maldivian language of Dhivehi, ‘Lobi’ means love and ‘Gili’ means island, so therefore Lobigili is, in essence, the island of love. If you’re looking for a romantic trip for two, this is it. Set in an idyllic location with white sandy beaches and sparkling waters, the adult-only OBLU SELECT Lobigili offers some experiences to make this a trip you will never forget. The largest underwater restaurant in the Maldives, Only BLU offers modern gourmet cuisine with a front row seat to the coral reef – and it’s included in the excellent Lobi Plan. This indulgent plan also includes a complimentary sunset fishing trip and a guided snorkelling trip, so you’ll get to see the best of the island and it’s surroundings after that relax with the included spa treatments. Both the beachfront and over water suites have a modern feel with semi open-air bathrooms and walk-in wardrobes, why not upgrade to the water pool villa for that added luxury of a private infinity pool overlooking the lagoon.

Amenities

  • Sailing
  • Scuba Diving
  • Snorkelling
  • Tennis
  • Windsurfing
  • Bar
  • Fitness Centre/Gym
  • Restaurant
  • Safety Deposit Box
  • Spa
  • Swimming Pool
  • Beachfront location

Where is it

Located on the island of Lobigili, just 15 minutes North West of Male International Airport by boat.

Hotel information

68 stylishly designed villas, all with air-conditioning, tea/coffee-making facilities, iron and ironing board, complimentary mini-bar replenished daily, robe and slippers, hairdryer, flat-screen LCD TV, in-room safe, separate bath tub and rain shower, and complimentary WiFi access. All villas have 1 king-size bed, sleeping 2 adults.

SunNest Beach Pool Villas feature an open air bathroom, cosy veranda, walk-in wardrobe, and a private pool just steps from the beach.

Please note: all rooms have a minimum occupancy of 2 people. Single occupancy is not accepted.

All Inclusive - The Lobi Plan: includes breakfast, lunch, and dinner served at Ylang-Ylang. Selection of freshly prepared local snacks served between 4:00-6:00pm at The Swing Bar. One a la carte fine dining experience per guest per each four nights stayed at Only BLU (pre-booking required, subject to availability). One dining experience per guest per each four nights stayed at Gaadiya 17 Food Truck. Unlimited orders from a wide selection of liquor and premium wines at Ylang Ylang and The Swing Bar, and unlimited orders of signature cocktails from a selected list at The Swing Bar. Soft drinks, mineralised water, and an assortment of tea and coffee available at all outlets. Complimentary use of snorkelling equipment throughout the stay. Complimentary selection of non-motorised water sports. One complimentary sunset fishing trip per guest per stay (weather permitting). One complimentary snorkelling guide trip per guest per stay (weather permitting). In-villa minibar replenished daily with an assortment of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages along with a selection of snacks. Unlimited access to the over water gymnasium. Daily live music performances at The Swing Bar. One 45 minute spa treatment per person per stay (4 night minimum stay required).

Nest Water Villas are situated over the ocean with direct lagoon access, an outdoor shower, and a private overwater hammock.

SunNest Water Pool Villas are similar to the Water Villas, with the addition of a private infinity pool.

  • Booking Bonus: Book by 11 Feb '25 to receive up to 25% off the accommodation cost between 20 Mar–20 Dec '25. 

    Terms and conditions apply. Any applicable offers have been calculated into the prices shown. Offers may not be combinable. Blackout dates apply. 

Ylang-Ylang (all-day dining with a la carte menu and live cooking stations). The Swing Bar (poolside bar with live music, afternoon snacks, and drinks throughout the day). Only BLU (underwater fine-dining restaurant). Gaadiya 17 Food Truck (casual dining on the beach, serving a range of exotic game meats). Guests can also dine at Element X at OBLU XPERIENCE Ailafushi as this is included within the All Inclusive plan.

Daily live music at The Swing Bar.

Swimming pool. Overwater gym. ELENA Spa*. Snorkelling. Kayaking. Stand-up paddle boarding. Paddle boats. Catamaran sailing* (complimentary with proof of license). Windsurfing* (complimentary with proof of license). Banana boat rides*. Water-skiing*. Knee boarding*. Wakeboarding*. Seabob*. Access to PADI Certified Dive School*, X360 bar and pool, and evening entertainment at OBLU XPERIENCE Ailafushi.

Complimentary WiFi access. 24-hour front desk. Laundry service*.

* Denotes local charge.

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Feb 5, 2025 Stay53014969452 Antalya, Turkiye

Everyrhing was wonderful. I Will comeback again. It is the perfect place if you want to feel good and have a romantic holiday with your partner.I was amazed by the Blu restaurant and the attention and smiling faces of all the hotel staff. See you soon
Image of the Tripadvisor rating The best holiday ever ❤️

Feb 5, 2025 Tina G

First time in The Maldives and very pleased with our choice of resort ❤️ Service outstanding, all the staff were genuinely caring, friendly, helpful and would go out of their way to do anything for you. Always a greeting, a smile and good conversation which all came so naturally. Big Hello to Setal, Teju and all their colleagues for all their… Read more
First time in The Maldives and very pleased with our choice of resort ❤️ Service outstanding, all the staff were genuinely caring, friendly, helpful and would go out of their way to do anything for you. Always a greeting, a smile and good conversation which all came so naturally. Big Hello to Setal, Teju and all their colleagues for all their attentive service in Ylang Ylang. Thank you so much for making this our best holiday ever. Food was impeccable in all the restaurants. We looked forward to walking into the air conditioned area of Ylang Ylang to find the different choices of salads and desserts every day. There was choices of hot food every lunch time from fresh fish, meats, more spicey choices to pasta and pizza. In the evenings there was different set menu in Ylang Ylang every night which was so varied. Only Blu underwater restaurant was an amazing experience. Once again the food and service was outstanding. We went in the evening and was delighted to see the very large nursing sharks and beautiful fish whilst enjoying the 4 course meal with well paired wines. Also decided to go for a lunch even though we had read reviews and concerns that it may not be so peaceful as kids were allowed in the daytime. However we were so pleased we did as it was a different experience and saw so many beautiful shoals of fish. Luckily the children that were there were very well behaved and were in awe of this amazing place. Thank you to Poppy and Mehru and all the staff that made this such a memorable experience. The Swing Bar is the main gathering point with a beautiful bar area and infinity pool. We only visited it occasionally as the majority of time we spent on the beach in front of our villa but when we did visit it we were always greeted with happy staff and superb service. We stayed in one of the Beach Villas with a pool and only a few steps to cool off in the ocean for a swim or snorkel. Being this was our first visit to the Maldives we were happy with the snorkeling as there was a reef along the stretch of beach so was easy and convenient. However maybe not the most established reef. Thank you to Natalie who kept our Villa impeccably clean and well stocked supplying us with clean towels for beach etc. etc. All the staff that kept the beaches clean were dedicated and did a very good job of keeping the beaches immaculate. Each guest is allocated with a personal host. Mechelle greeted us with her huge smile, bubbly personality and glass of champagne. She supported us with updates of daily events and was attentive ensuring our stay in the resort was everything and more that we dreamt about. Whenever we wanted to change any bookings etc she responded to it immediately and was available whenever we needed a lift in the buggy on the odd shower of rain. Customer service was clearly evident as was all the staff of the resort. A well run establishment with happy staff which are clearly valued by their management team. Finally our first holiday in The Maldives was what we wished for and more. Oblu Select Lobigili we look forward to seeing you again ….. soon 🙏 Read less
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Feb 4, 2025 Sunshine06300686876 Paris, France

Wonderful hotel: very cozy beautiful island, incredible spacious villa and private beach. I also loved the restaurant: so many choices, very tasty! Also there are so many activities proposed by the hotel (like spa, cocktail hour, cooking workshops, sunset cruise, snorkeling etc). We were also helped a lot by the hotel representative Ruchika, who… Read more
Wonderful hotel: very cozy beautiful island, incredible spacious villa and private beach. I also loved the restaurant: so many choices, very tasty! Also there are so many activities proposed by the hotel (like spa, cocktail hour, cooking workshops, sunset cruise, snorkeling etc). We were also helped a lot by the hotel representative Ruchika, who helped us to organize our activities every day, was available 24/7 and helped a lot with organizing a photoshoot at the most convenient moment. She also helped us to organize some special treats as it was our honeymoon (like room decorations, cake, bubble bath). We loved a lot our stay. Read less
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Feb 4, 2025 sandryn84 London, United Kingdom

We were greeted by our wonderful hostesses Ruchika. From start to end of our great stay at OBLU Lobigili, Ruchika was on top of all of our requests and was always available when we needed to contact her. Unfortunately I hurt my arm during the stay and after informing Ruchika, she took us to on island clinic and checked in to see how I was… Read more
We were greeted by our wonderful hostesses Ruchika. From start to end of our great stay at OBLU Lobigili, Ruchika was on top of all of our requests and was always available when we needed to contact her. Unfortunately I hurt my arm during the stay and after informing Ruchika, she took us to on island clinic and checked in to see how I was regularly. We were provided with complimentary snorkelling kit. This was useful as we got to see sharks and stingrays around the island. The spa treatments were good quality and were given an opportunity to upgrade the complimentary ones. The underwater restaurant (Only Blu) is well worth going for both lunch and dinner, different fish swimming around but the same menu. Always plenty of sun-beds even if you want to sit by the pool later in the day. The bar staff frequently came round to check if wanted a drink. Towards the end of our stay, one member of staff remembered our usual order and would appear with a drink after snorkelling, which was a lovely touch. In the main restaurant Ylang Ylang, you’ll find different sections. It was a buffet style with cooking stations each having different selection. We sat in the air conditioned area and all the staff were very attentive and especially Jenny who really looked after us. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Relaxing escape with warm hospitality on a beautiful island

Feb 4, 2025 Karen W

We had a great time. The 15-minute transfer was perfect, especially with the choppy seas (I don't have 'sea legs'!) We were greeted warmly by the team, and our host, Mery, was exceptionally welcoming and helpful throughout our stay. The accommodation was excellent, with every amenity you could think of—even those big yellow raincoats (which,… Read more
We had a great time. The 15-minute transfer was perfect, especially with the choppy seas (I don't have 'sea legs'!) We were greeted warmly by the team, and our host, Mery, was exceptionally welcoming and helpful throughout our stay. The accommodation was excellent, with every amenity you could think of—even those big yellow raincoats (which, yes, we did end up needing on one occasion!). The room was spotless by Tyi, the bed was incredibly comfortable, and the minibar was restocked daily with water and a good selection of alcoholic and soft drinks. We found the food to be very good—especially the desserts. The underwater restaurant was a truly special and unique experience. We were also pleasantly surprised by the quality of the wine, which was excellent, with a great selection of red, white, and rosé. We used the spa for a lovely relaxing treatment and I'd highly recommend this. The resort itself was beautifully maintained, thanks to a hardworking team that kept everything pristine. The waiting staff all spoke English and couldn't have been more attentive and friendly. Whilst the island connects to a family resort via a walkway, there is no overspill so it is truly a couples resort. Read less