OBLU SELECT Sangeli

Maldives, Indian Ocean

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The hotel

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. 

Please note: Meal plan inclusions are defined by the hotel and are subject to change at any time without notice.

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 15 Oct '26 to receive up to 25% off the accommodation cost between 15 Aug '26–23 Dec '27. 


     Terms and conditions apply. Any applicable offers have 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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Image of the Tripadvisor rating Thoughtful housekeeping attendant

Aug 25, 2026 Hui J

This is the best resort in the world . All the people are very good. Asian food also are very good which is for us. We visit in Thailand and Sri Lanka. But here are survive in nice. Better than there. For the roomHousekeeping service is one of the biggest highlights of our Maldives trip. The villa is kept perfectly clean. Daily cleaning and… Read more
This is the best resort in the world . All the people are very good. Asian food also are very good which is for us. We visit in Thailand and Sri Lanka. But here are survive in nice. Better than there. For the roomHousekeeping service is one of the biggest highlights of our Maldives trip. The villa is kept perfectly clean. Daily cleaning and evening turndown service are done with great care. And our room boy SIKDAR is a best person . He be comes our friend. Next time once we will come back in this resort we need SIKDAR for our room cleaning . My kids are love him. Beach gears, drinking water and toiletries are well replenished. Staff are polite and quick to solve any issues. Lovely little surprises are prepared in the room every day. Coming back to a neat and cozy villa after snorkeling or sightseeing is such a pleasure. Thank you OBLU select Sangeli Read less
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Aug 24, 2026 Ning T

The whole resort is cost-effective, and the food is good, but the varieties are a little repetitive every day. The whole environment is good, there are many activities, the room is clean, the cleaning is timely, the service is good, and the sleep is good. And SIKDAR is Cleaning our room. He is a best person. We love him. Hopefully we will come… Read more
The whole resort is cost-effective, and the food is good, but the varieties are a little repetitive every day. The whole environment is good, there are many activities, the room is clean, the cleaning is timely, the service is good, and the sleep is good. And SIKDAR is Cleaning our room. He is a best person. We love him. Hopefully we will come back again. Thank you so much oblu team. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Perfect Honeymoon Getaway with Exceptional Service

Aug 23, 2026 Saba T

We had such a wonderful experience at **OBLU SELECT Sangeli**, and I would absolutely recommend this resort for a honeymoon, anniversary, or any special getaway. We stayed in an **overwater villa with a private pool**, and it was beautiful, peaceful, and incredibly private. The villa itself was amazing, but one of our favorite parts of the trip… Read more
We had such a wonderful experience at **OBLU SELECT Sangeli**, and I would absolutely recommend this resort for a honeymoon, anniversary, or any special getaway. We stayed in an **overwater villa with a private pool**, and it was beautiful, peaceful, and incredibly private. The villa itself was amazing, but one of our favorite parts of the trip was snorkeling around the resort. The **corals, colorful fish, and marine life were absolutely incredible** and made the experience even more memorable. We also really enjoyed the tours and activities offered by the resort. The **food was excellent** throughout our stay, with plenty of delicious options, but what truly took our experience to another level was the staff. Everyone was welcoming, attentive, and genuinely made us feel cared for. A very special thank you to **Rahul Srivastav** and **Tori, who was making the pizza and pasta**. They were both absolutely wonderful. They were incredibly attentive, friendly, and really took the time to connect with the guests rather than simply providing service. Whenever we needed or requested something, they always made sure it was taken care of. Their kindness and hospitality made such a difference in our stay and made us feel very welcomed. Our **room attendants were also amazing**. Our villa was always beautifully maintained, clean, and comfortable, and we truly appreciated all the care and effort they put into making our stay relaxing. From the gorgeous villa and incredible snorkeling to the food, activities, and especially the amazing staff, our stay at OBLU SELECT Sangeli was unforgettable. The people here are what really make the resort special. We would definitely recommend OBLU SELECT Sangeli and would happily return in the future. Thank you for making our trip such a memorable one! ❤️ Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Wonderful & memorable holiday experience

Aug 22, 2026 meng z

We are visitors from China .We are very satisfied with our stay. The speed‑boat transfer timing was perfect. The atmosphere here is joyful and relaxing, and all the staff greeted us with big smiles. Special thanks to SIKDAR, our housekeeping attendant, who kept our room spotlessly clean. Great value for money overall. Would love to come back again!
Image of the Tripadvisor rating A resort that's just right

Aug 22, 2026 zai67658 Chiba, Japan

Although this was my first time staying at this resort, I had a very comfortable and pleasant experience. All the facilities were conveniently clustered together, truly allowing for a stay that felt like "living" there rather than just visiting. While the overwater cottage was slightly smaller than those at other Maldives resorts I have visited,… Read more
Although this was my first time staying at this resort, I had a very comfortable and pleasant experience. All the facilities were conveniently clustered together, truly allowing for a stay that felt like "living" there rather than just visiting. While the overwater cottage was slightly smaller than those at other Maldives resorts I have visited, the necessary amenities were thoughtfully arranged, and the water pressure for the shower and bath was excellent, ensuring a comfortable stay. The restaurant cuisine featured flavors suited to Asian palates—perhaps due to the high number of guests from China—and everything was delicious. The staff were incredibly kind and always greeted us with smiles. I was especially grateful for the care provided by Kaiom, who was in charge of our room; he always looked out for us, which put my mother—who was on her first trip abroad—at ease. It has become a favorite resort of mine, and I would love to visit again. Read less