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. Sangeli is home to it's very own house reef, easily accessible from both the beach and your stunning water villa. The main Sangeli Island and the smaller adults-only island, One Banyan island, are linked by a string of overwater villas. At One Banyan Island adults can enjoy the adult only infinity pool, plus an a la carte lunch here during the day serving light meals. Here you will also find the exclusive honeymoon select ocean villas and have your very own butler and floating breakfast included! You can amble between the spa, overwater 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. We recommend a drink in the Rock Sunset Bar at the western tip of the island, the perfect spot to enjoy magical sunsets with a cocktail in hand, all whilst being serenaded by the incredibly talented resident jazz musician!
Amenities
Kayaking
Scuba Diving
Snorkelling
Kids Club
Bar
Evening Entertainment
Fitness Centre/Gym
Internet Access
Restaurant
Spa
Swimming Pool
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, At The Rock Sunset Bar open from 5-7pm enjoy the cocktail of the day, wine, beer and soft drinks. 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 Overwater 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 floating 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.
Booking Bonus: Book by 10 Feb '26 to receive up to 25% off certain
room types between 10 Apr–25 Dec '26 when staying a
minimum of 4 nights.
Terms and conditions apply.
Any applicable offers have already been calculated into the prices shown.
Offers may not be combinable. Blackout dates apply.
3 restaurants: The Courtyard (all-day dining menu with buffet, live cooking stations, theme nights and Indian Ocean night every Friday), JustWok (fine-dining, contemporary Pan-Asian menu, outdoor dining area), Just Grill (fine dining seafood and meat grill menu, open for lunch and dinner). Adults can enjoy a light a la carte lunch at One Banyan Island during the day. The Sangs pool bar (with fresh local afternoon snacks at the Hedhikaa Hut)
Music and DJ nights (three times a week). Live music (weekly). Weekly pool party. Daily schedule of activities including aqua aerobics, yoga, weekly Boduberu show and more.
Main pool including smaller kids pool, plus an adult only infinity pool on One Banyan Island. ELENA Spa*. Overwater Gym. Muraka conservation centre. Boutique*. Kids club. TGI Dive & Water Sports Centre* (stand-up paddle boarding, kayaking, pedalo, snorkelling equipment - all included, plus 2 excursions are included in your Serenity plan, diving* and other excursions are also available*.
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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Amazing vacation
Dec 21, 2025ANNA_ZY74
The Oblu Hotel is amazing – my husband and I felt luxurious. It's a beautiful small island with a wonderful reef and tons of colorful fish. The hotel's high standard made us feel very pampered. We stayed in a lovely, large house on the water. The cuisine was delicious, with plenty of fresh grilled fish and a wide selection of fruits and…
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The Oblu Hotel is amazing – my husband and I felt luxurious. It's a beautiful small island with a wonderful reef and tons of colorful fish. The hotel's high standard made us feel very pampered. We stayed in a lovely, large house on the water. The cuisine was delicious, with plenty of fresh grilled fish and a wide selection of fruits and vegetables. There was an oriental theme night from all over Asia every day. Premium alcohol was available. The entire hotel was all-inclusive, so we didn't have to wear wristbands. The package included a Balinese massage (wonderful), snorkeling, and a la carte dinners. This wonderful atmosphere was complemented by the people working there. They were so polite, friendly, and helpful that it was a shame to leave. Special thanks go to the staff at the pool bar and the main restaurant, Cotyard. Daily live entertainment made the evenings even more enjoyable. This was our third time in the Maldives, and our stay at the Oblu was definitely the most wonderful of all
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The best holiday from our five children
Dec 21, 2025Andrei S
Two weeks have passed, and the emotions are still fresh in our hearts. It was the best time for a couple. My wife and I vacationed from November 27th to December 5th, and for us, it was heaven. Everything from the manager's greeting at reception to the warm words of the staff upon departure. We stayed in Bungalow 109, and I want to highlight not…
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Two weeks have passed, and the emotions are still fresh in our hearts. It was the best time for a couple. My wife and I vacationed from November 27th to December 5th, and for us, it was heaven. Everything from the manager's greeting at reception to the warm words of the staff upon departure. We stayed in Bungalow 109, and I want to highlight not only the wonderful access to the water, but also the stunning sunrises. In the morning, we enjoyed a delicious breakfast overlooking the picture-perfect sea views, and in the evening, over candlelit dinner, we listened to the sound of the surf. We were instantly captivated.
The Maldives was a revelation for us, and I'm so glad we chose this place with such wonderful and responsive people.
I'd also like to mention a very friendly and talented guy named Nazeel. He showed incredible care and made my wife's birthday magical, despite the wind and rain on this wonderful day.
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Amazing Honeymoon Place
Dec 21, 2025Çise CIstanbul, Turkiye
The location was excellent; the hotel was surrounded by a reef, which we were very pleased with.When you go into the sea, you can swim with dozens of colorful fish.
Breathtaking views, crystal clear water and amazing service. You truly feel special here.
Dec 19, 2025Neeraj K
Excellent atmosphere. Great resort. Amenities were also good. Loved the serenity plan. The air and water are so clean. It was a breath of fresh air. Completely enamored by the expansive and crystal clear water and very quiet environment. You can hear the sound of waves, it was soothing. The beach sand is just wow. Very clean and all inclusive…
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Excellent atmosphere. Great resort. Amenities were also good. Loved the serenity plan. The air and water are so clean. It was a breath of fresh air. Completely enamored by the expansive and crystal clear water and very quiet environment. You can hear the sound of waves, it was soothing. The beach sand is just wow. Very clean and all inclusive package was amazing. We had an amazing overwater villa and our honeymoon suite room was too good. Mirrors, pool, fishes, birds. Everything was there. Special mention to NIHEART who made our stay memorable. And to the wonderful chefs who cooked our customised meals namely RAVINDRA, VIJAY, RAHUL and NAHID. Thank you once again for making our honeymoon a truly memorable one.
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Perfect honeymoon
Dec 18, 2025Bruno B
We had a perfect honeymoon on Oblu, Niheart had many honeymoon surprises for us and was always helpful. The food an drinks were really good and all the staff were always so lovely with us.
Amazing vacation
