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.

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 Incredible 2nd stay at this beautiful hotel/location.

Feb 24, 2026 Nathan W

We've just arrived back home following an 11-night stay. We really enjoyed the first visit, hence the return again this year. Some special mentions to the staff. Rahul Shrivastav - This guy has made our holiday feel extra special, with the special birthday dishes he personally prepared along with some other evenings too. This guy is a real… Read more
We've just arrived back home following an 11-night stay. We really enjoyed the first visit, hence the return again this year. Some special mentions to the staff. Rahul Shrivastav - This guy has made our holiday feel extra special, with the special birthday dishes he personally prepared along with some other evenings too. This guy is a real credit to the hotel, and we wish him all the best! Surendra - Incredibly hopitable and endeavoured each day to ensure each and everyone was well catered for within the resturant. Nahid - A really cheerful guy who was a real joy to meet each day and discuss his insight into the various dishes that were on offer. We really hope to return next year! Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating An unprecedented Happy holiday

Feb 24, 2026 313cl_mentineb Seoul, South Korea

Everything was perfect! Niheart, who was our butler, gave us an amazing and wonderful experience. If I have another chance, I’d like to visit again.
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Feb 24, 2026 Jenna C

We had the most incredible stay in Water Villa 445. It was private, peaceful, and surrounded by amazing wildlife, truly our own little paradise. Eliza and Kader were exceptional and took such great care of us throughout our stay. They made everything feel effortless and special. All the staff were warm, friendly, and genuinely kind. The boat… Read more
We had the most incredible stay in Water Villa 445. It was private, peaceful, and surrounded by amazing wildlife, truly our own little paradise. Eliza and Kader were exceptional and took such great care of us throughout our stay. They made everything feel effortless and special. All the staff were warm, friendly, and genuinely kind. The boat transfers were seamless, the food and drinks were fantastic, and every detail felt thoughtfully done. We were so sad to leave and would return in a heartbeat. Read less
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Feb 23, 2026 KentPR50 Kent, UK

After a huge amount of research into resorts with the best house reef, we chose OBLU Sangeli (also highly recommended by our travel agency) — and we did not regret it at all! To be honest, we went out to the sea every single day and only explored the house reef on our last day… which made us wish we had even more time. Beyond the snorkelling, the… Read more
After a huge amount of research into resorts with the best house reef, we chose OBLU Sangeli (also highly recommended by our travel agency) — and we did not regret it at all! To be honest, we went out to the sea every single day and only explored the house reef on our last day… which made us wish we had even more time. Beyond the snorkelling, the hospitality from each and every member of staff was absolutely exceptional — whether they were directly serving us or not. They remembered where we liked to sit, what drinks we preferred, and were so genuinely attentive throughout our 5 day stay. We were celebrating our 30th wedding anniversary, and it couldn’t have been more special. On the day itself, there was an Indian Gala Dinner, which made it feel like a proper celebration. Ravi and Kamal went the extra mile and created a beautiful special presentation for us that evening — a truly memorable touch. I went on the Nurse Shark snorkelling trip on my own as my husband was feeling seasick. I was wonderfully looked after by Mosharaf on the boat and Sohag in the lagoon. As we speak the same language, it felt even more reassuring and personal. The journey there and back was smooth and enjoyable, and the snorkelling itself was unforgettable. Sohag patiently answered all my (very silly!) questions and even took amazing videos for me — I am completely hopeless with a GoPro. All in all, this has been one of the best snorkelling holidays I’ve ever had, made even more special by the people who looked after us so beautifully. Read less
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Feb 22, 2026 VladR860 Bucharest, Romania

From the moment we got off the plane to the moment we left, everything was perfect. We stayed in a lot of resorts, but here we felt perfect. From the tour and introduction from Eliza, to the all inclusive experience (massage, snorkeling and fishing tripa included), the pool bar, the restaurant food and service, the entertainment. We are looking… Read more
From the moment we got off the plane to the moment we left, everything was perfect. We stayed in a lot of resorts, but here we felt perfect. From the tour and introduction from Eliza, to the all inclusive experience (massage, snorkeling and fishing tripa included), the pool bar, the restaurant food and service, the entertainment. We are looking for dates to come back. Read less