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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Mar 5, 2026 Janet S

We’ve just returned from our fourth visit to Sangeli and it didn’t disappoint. From the moment we stepped off the boat and were met by the drums and resort staff, it was amazing. The island has the most beautiful soft white sand and the bluest of sea. We enjoyed snorkelling on the house reef every day, where there is an abundance of fish life. The… Read more
We’ve just returned from our fourth visit to Sangeli and it didn’t disappoint. From the moment we stepped off the boat and were met by the drums and resort staff, it was amazing. The island has the most beautiful soft white sand and the bluest of sea. We enjoyed snorkelling on the house reef every day, where there is an abundance of fish life. The coral appears to be recovering more every year. We also spent time walking along the beaches and swimming in the sea. However it is the staff that always make our stay outstanding. Sara who met us at reception and checked everything was going well, recognised us on our walks around the island with a smile and conversation. Dilanka the F&B manager at 1Banyan, always greeted us with a smile and was a very kind and gracious host to us when we ate in the speciality restaurants. He always made the time to check that we were enjoying our stay. He is such an asset to Sangeli. Edina, Susan and Vinny always made us feel very welcome too, in fact every single one of the staff contributed to making our holiday so relaxed. Of course we plan to go back! Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Good place for break and rest.

Mar 5, 2026 효은 이

한국사람들은 수질 민감하시면 다이소에서 필터 샤워 챙겨가세요. 수질 나쁘진 않은데 경수라 물 좀 미끌거리고 먹는 물맛도 약간 달라요. 배멀미 심한 사람은 수중활동 잘 알아보고 가세요. 발레나공항에서 스피드보트 타고 55분 걸려서 이동하는데, 수중환경 좋은 데라 가려고 생각해서 간거지만, 다음에 또 간다면 좀 더 가까운 데로 가길 희망합니다. 아니먼 헬리콥터로 이동하거나. 스파 마사지도 좋았어요. It took 55 minutes from Valena Intl airport. Atmosphere is great. Rooms were clean, and I suppose those who prefer… Read more
한국사람들은 수질 민감하시면 다이소에서 필터 샤워 챙겨가세요. 수질 나쁘진 않은데 경수라 물 좀 미끌거리고 먹는 물맛도 약간 달라요. 배멀미 심한 사람은 수중활동 잘 알아보고 가세요. 발레나공항에서 스피드보트 타고 55분 걸려서 이동하는데, 수중환경 좋은 데라 가려고 생각해서 간거지만, 다음에 또 간다면 좀 더 가까운 데로 가길 희망합니다. 아니먼 헬리콥터로 이동하거나. 스파 마사지도 좋았어요. It took 55 minutes from Valena Intl airport. Atmosphere is great. Rooms were clean, and I suppose those who prefer convinience for close eating places would like beach villa and those who prefer water activities would like water villa. Noise wasn't a big problem. And for water activities, snorkeling was fun but sunset fishing would be fun for those who caught fish and who doesn't have sea sick. It was a little boring. People working there were kind and nice. Read less
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Mar 4, 2026 albowell

Incredible stay. The staff were fantastic, especially Eliza who was very accommodating and nothing was too much and Frank who helped us sort out extending our stay due to the flight issues in the Middle East. The resort is stunning and well kept and we felt very looked after the entire time. Would highly recommend a holiday here, you’ll just… Read more
Incredible stay. The staff were fantastic, especially Eliza who was very accommodating and nothing was too much and Frank who helped us sort out extending our stay due to the flight issues in the Middle East. The resort is stunning and well kept and we felt very looked after the entire time. Would highly recommend a holiday here, you’ll just never want to go home though! Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Honeymoon at OBLU SELECT Sangeli

Mar 3, 2026 Curiosity53494848494 Leeds, United Kingdom

Our honeymoon at OBLU SELECT Sangeli was nothing short of magical. From the very first moment Shona and I arrived, we knew we had chosen somewhere truly extraordinary. We were welcomed with an incredible traditional BoduBeru performance that instantly immersed us in the Maldivian spirit. A huge thank you to Frank, Eliza and the entire team for… Read more
Our honeymoon at OBLU SELECT Sangeli was nothing short of magical. From the very first moment Shona and I arrived, we knew we had chosen somewhere truly extraordinary. We were welcomed with an incredible traditional BoduBeru performance that instantly immersed us in the Maldivian spirit. A huge thank you to Frank, Eliza and the entire team for such a warm, joyful reception — it was the perfect start to our honeymoon and made us feel so special from day one. We stayed on the All-Inclusive Serenity Plan, which elevated the entire experience. The plan includes two à la carte dining experiences for every four days of your stay, allowing us to enjoy unforgettable meals at Just Wok and Just Grill, alongside the fantastic offerings at The Courtyard. The food across the resort was simply exceptional — beautifully presented, full of flavour, and enjoyed in the most breathtaking surroundings with panoramic ocean views. Every meal felt like a celebration. As part of the Serenity Plan, we also enjoyed a couples massage at the spa, which was incredibly relaxing and indulgent — the perfect way to unwind together in paradise. Our Sea Villa was absolutely amazing. Waking up each morning to uninterrupted views of the Indian Ocean was surreal. We had direct steps down into the crystal-clear water, which made spontaneous swims and snorkelling effortless and unforgettable. One of our favourite features was the glass window in the floor — being able to look down and see fish swimming beneath us was such a special touch and a constant reminder of the natural beauty surrounding us. The snorkelling was simply stunning — vibrant marine life, clear warm waters, and an underwater world that felt like something from a documentary. Because it was our honeymoon, the resort went above and beyond with thoughtful touches that made our stay even more memorable. We were treated to a one-time Honeymoon Dinner for two at The Courtyard, which was beautifully set up and incredibly romantic. We also received a honeymoon memento gift, a delicious honeymoon cake, and a gorgeous bed décor arrangement in our villa — such meaningful details that made our celebration feel truly unique. The Sangs Bar quickly became one of our favourite spots. The views, especially at sunset, were breathtaking, and the cocktails were outstanding. Lahiru and his team were exceptional — attentive, friendly, and genuinely invested in making our honeymoon extra special. The “Bubbles Under the Stars” experience they created for us was pure magic — intimate, romantic, and something we will cherish forever. The island itself is paradise — stunning white sands, crystal-clear turquoise waters, and immaculate surroundings everywhere you look. The cleanliness and attention to detail across the entire resort is remarkable. Most importantly, the staff were incredible. Every single person we encountered was warm, professional, and eager to ensure we had the best possible experience. Shona and I truly could not have chosen a better place to begin our married life together. OBLU SELECT Sangeli gave us memories that will last a lifetime, and we are already dreaming of returning one day. Thank you to everyone who made our honeymoon so unforgettable. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Wonderful 10 Night stay in Paradise

Mar 1, 2026 Clare J Poole, United Kingdom

we were lucky enough to stay in a water villa for our 10 night stay, the room was a really good size with a nice big bathroom, our room attendant was Kaiom and he was brilliant he always made sure we had want we needed. the mini bar was always stocked with drinks and snacks. The island is lovely and plenty of things to do, we had 2 spa treatments… Read more
we were lucky enough to stay in a water villa for our 10 night stay, the room was a really good size with a nice big bathroom, our room attendant was Kaiom and he was brilliant he always made sure we had want we needed. the mini bar was always stocked with drinks and snacks. The island is lovely and plenty of things to do, we had 2 spa treatments which were just what we needed. the snorkelling trip was brilliant and so well organised we got to see thousands of fish and a turtles just off the islands reef. we made use of the gym and took part in the daily fitness classes, the instructor was great and sometimes I ended up with private PT sessions if I was the only one who turned up. It had plenty of equipment with the best view. all of the food was good, if you couldn't see something you wanted and mentioned it to a member of staff they would try and sort it out for you. the Salad lady was great and the Ronny the fruit guy always made sure you had a great selection, we ate at both Just Wok and Just Grill and the food was outstanding. In the courtyard we were always greeted by the wonderful staff, we must mention Inaasha, Sia and Moe who just made us feel so welcome. what make this island amazing is the staff, each and everyone of them are a credit to Sangeli. The app was great as you could see what was going on each day, we arrived to find that things had been booked in for us which made the holiday so relaxed. we were there to celebrate our 25 years and I can honesty say they really made us feel special, We really hope we can return again one day soon Read less