OBLU XPERIENCE Ailafushi

Maldives, Indian Ocean

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The hotel

Embrace island life at OBLU XPERIENCE Ailafushi, a lively retreat driven by smart services, playful design, and incredible experiences. You'll arrive in style with a complimentary speedboat transfer, and as soon as you reach the island of Ailafushi, you're sure to feel relaxed - after all, you'll be surrounded by stunning sea views, soft warm sands, and plenty of Maldivian charm! On the Fushi PlanTM, you'll enjoy delicious meals from Element X's impressive show kitchens and expansive buffet, before heading to X360 for a refreshing drink to accompany the entertainment of the night. Non-motorised water sports are included for 15 minutes a day, as is use of the over-water gym, so those who like to keep active will have lots to enjoy. This is a fun, lively island with lots going on including the daily DJ around the pool and live bands in the evening, but if you fancy making your stay even more special, why not head underneath it? A trip to Only BLU, the underwater restaurant, is an absolute must for a meal that you'll never forget.

Amenities

  • Kayaking
  • Snorkelling
  • Bar
  • Evening Entertainment
  • Fitness Centre/Gym
  • Internet Access
  • Restaurant
  • Safety Deposit Box
  • Spa
  • Swimming Pool
  • Beachfront location

Where is it

Located on Ailafushi Island in Male Atoll, and connected to the neighbouring island OBLU SELECT Lobigili by a 270m long jetty. Complimentary speedboat transfer from Velana International Airport on arrival and departure, taking approximately 15 minutes.

Hotel information

268 rooms, all with ocean views, in-villa WiFi access, safe, large flat screen LCD TV, cable TV, vanity, air conditioning, tea and coffee making facilities, drinking water bottles, hair dryer, iron and ironing board, and robe and slippers. Ocean View Rooms are snug, homey, duplex-style one-bedroom villas, smartly designed to maximise space and comfort, and with a veranda with comfy daybed. With 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 3 adults.

All-Inclusive - The Fushi PlanTM

Inclusions:

  • Complimentary airport transfer by speedboat on arrival and departure, taking approximately 15 minutes. On arrival, guests are received by the airport team and escorted to the jetty for transfer, with chilled water and refreshing face towels provided
  • Breakfast, lunch and dinner at Element X (self-assisted buffet spread with international cuisine and live cooking stations)
  • Dining and entertainment at X360 Bar
  • UNLIMITED orders of regular spirits and beers and house pour wines from the grab and go counter at X360
  • ONE signature cocktail/mocktail at X360 plus a choice of selected cocktails from the bar menu
  • UNLIMITED house pour wines and beers available at the self-assisted sections at Element X
  • Select wine pairings at Copper Pot Food Truck
  • Soft drinks, mineralised water, pre-packet juices and an assortment of tea and coffee available at all outlets
  • Entertainment with daily live music performances and DJ at the X360 Bar
  • Unlimited access to the fully-equipped over-water gymnasium
  • Daily organised group activities
  • Complimentary use of non-motorised water sports equipment (kayak, SUP and paddle board - maximum of 15 minutes per person per day per each item)
  • Kids Club and activities

Please note: specialty dining at the Copper Pot Food Truck and Only BLU under-ocean restaurant are non included in the plan, and are chargeable.

Please note: resort check-in time is at 2pm, and check-out time is at 12 noon. Late check-out is subject to availability on the day of departure at an additional cost. The Fushi PlanTM privileges will stop at 11:00am on departure day.

Beach Villas are just a few steps from the beach, with a private outdoor veranda and garden, inviting interior, walk-in wardrobe leading to a spa-like bathroom, double vanity, and a semi open-air bathroom. With 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 3 adults.

Water Villas stretch into the dazzling lagoon, and are accessed by wooden jetty. Each water villa is shaped like a traditional Maldivian Boat – a ‘dhoni’ – creating a feeling of a romantic hideaway. With a private deck, and a staircase into the water, and a semi open-air bathroom. 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 3 adults.

Ocean Family Two Bedrooms are the same as the Ocean View Rooms, with the addition of a second bedroom with bunkbeds in a story book theme for children, 2 bathrooms, sleeping maximum 2 adults and 2 children.

  • Booking Bonus: Book 4 nights or more by 31 Aug '25 to receive up to 20% off the accommodation cost between 5 Jan '26 - 31 Mar '27.  Terms and conditions apply. Any applicable offers have been calculated into the prices shown. Offers may not be combinable. Blackout dates apply. 

Element X (all-day dining, self-assisted buffet with international cuisine and show kitchens). X360 (main pool bar with scenic lagoon views, daily evening entertainment). The Copper Pot Food Truck (food truck with seafood and meat grills, open for dinner)*. Only BLU (under ocean restaurant open for lunch and dinner. Adult-only except for select lunchtimes when children are welcomed to dine)*.

*Please note: these restaurants are available to dine in at a supplementary cost.

Daily live music performances and DJ at X360 Bar. In-house band.

Large infinity pool. Daily live music performances and DJ at the X360 Bar. Pool Zumba. In-house band. Over-water gymnasium. Daily organised group activities. Non-motorised water sports. Weekly and seasonal group activities such as yoga, strength training, Pilates and more. One of the largest kids’ clubs in the Maldives, with top-level for older kids and teenagers, lower deck for younger kids, and a separate food corner for kids within the club. PADI Certified dive school*. ELE|NA Spa* complex. La Promenade* with shops.

* Denotes local charge.

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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Jul 18, 2025 ANGELFISH59 Shrewsbury, United Kingdom

We spent 12 days at Oblu Allafushi and after a seamless transfer by speedboat were there for breakfast.From start to finish we had a fabulous, fun time. Our days were spent snorkelling, walking around the beautiful island and admiring the resident parrots,having drinks at the poolside, joining in all the aqua classes and foam parties!The bar staff… Read more
We spent 12 days at Oblu Allafushi and after a seamless transfer by speedboat were there for breakfast.From start to finish we had a fabulous, fun time. Our days were spent snorkelling, walking around the beautiful island and admiring the resident parrots,having drinks at the poolside, joining in all the aqua classes and foam parties!The bar staff work so hard and credit to them, always so polite.Peanuts and popcorn were also available. We have been to 9 different Maldives resorts and found the food to be the best we have ever had.Again a huge thankyou to Lewis, Praveen and Taj and all your colleauges, working tirelessly to provide amazing Indian cuisine, the choice just incredible.Also the warm welcome from Thani as we arrived at the buffet restaurant.We loved the modern seating arrangemants and enjoyed helping ourselves to the drinks and excellant coffees. The under water restaurant was our highlight and we went twice , for the evening and then lunch.We were enthralled by the fish we saw, again excellant food and service from the lovely ladies. Very difficult to find any faults as there was too much magic to enjoy.We will be returning next year. Thank you Oblu Allafushi. Read less
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Jul 16, 2025 lynnemT8701MJ London, United Kingdom

Well, what more can we say but WOW what a beautiful resort ❤️ From the speedboat trip to the island it was mesmerising the water was stunning the colours of Oblu were finally real. All the staff were super welcoming and helpful on arrival and always on hand to help if needed, they all work very hard. Special mentions to Nawtee and Falik, Sari on… Read more
Well, what more can we say but WOW what a beautiful resort ❤️ From the speedboat trip to the island it was mesmerising the water was stunning the colours of Oblu were finally real. All the staff were super welcoming and helpful on arrival and always on hand to help if needed, they all work very hard. Special mentions to Nawtee and Falik, Sari on Oblu and K Abbas at Male airport, which was outstanding from arrival straight through security checks and the extra special kindness and customer service. Amazing, thank you from the bottom of our hearts 💕 The food was excellent with so many cuisines available it was hard to choose each day/evening. Iced coffee in the mornings was my personal favourite, and the muesli was superb plus a mixture of seeds and honey to add if tequired. A must visit is the fabulous underwater restaurant Only Blu (chargeable) this was a beautiful experience and the food was exquisite, all the staff were wonderful and they sang happy birthday to me and gave me a little cake too so sweet of them. The sharks and all the picturesque views surrounding the whole restaurant, we would highly recommend. X360 bar was really good fun and the lovely barman ( not sure of name) always knew our drinks and made up lovely cocktails to try Apologies we missed you to say a proper thank before we left. The live band were all fabulous singers, and the saxophonist was superb. I loved it. ( not sure if their name either ) Only had a proper dance on our last night as some lovely ladies from Malaysia saw me dancing at my table and asked me to come up with them on dance floor thank you ❤️ Lovely Irish couple took photos of us on the beach ⛱️ thank you enjoy your last week. Met Silke and daughter Melina from Vienna lovely lovely people. Oblu was our first visit to our dream destination of Maldives and would say if you get the chance GO ! Just do it ! Some constructive criticism :) Update the playlist a tiny bit make it more current day with 70s/80/90/naughties and upwards. Maybe a second bar as it would enhance the Xperience. Place the film night elsewhere as the music 🎶 was playing which was great then turned off which was disappointing if you didn't want to watch the film. Little tip..... maybe add crisps/nuts as snacks in bars and ice cream in freezers during the day we loved the popcorn, but more options would be good. Bar service would be lovely at night as the interaction with staff would be friendlier and more personal we felt it was a little detached at times. To be honest you never got the chance to chat to the staff as they were all so busy it would have been really good to have know more names and rewarded them at the end of our stay ( We always look after the staff and appreciate the kindness and care we recieve wherever we go) Overall this stunning resort was one of the best holidays we have had it just needs a couple of tweaks here and there. Sending love to you all and we will be back to visit ❤️ Read less
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Jul 16, 2025 Dalia C

Aminur was very hard working, very polite and courteous, cleaned extremely well. The food was amazing. Girl at the cruise was lovely.
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Jul 15, 2025 pwhwlw Glasgow, United Kingdom

Great family holiday with two kids aged 8 and 10. Having visited other Maldive islands without the kids we were apprehensive if this was a going to be a good family destination. We have been very happily surprised at how good our holiday has been. The hotel accommodation for families is great with the 2 bedroom 2 bathroom set up. The beaches… Read more
Great family holiday with two kids aged 8 and 10. Having visited other Maldive islands without the kids we were apprehensive if this was a going to be a good family destination. We have been very happily surprised at how good our holiday has been. The hotel accommodation for families is great with the 2 bedroom 2 bathroom set up. The beaches around the island are great and if your accommodation is on one that has too many pebbles then simply take a short walk to another. The main buffet restaurant is made up of 3 areas. Indian, Asian and international. We really loved the food and throughout and tried many of the curries during our 12 night stay we never once had the typical all inclusive dread of going back into the buffet for another meal. The facilities around the hotel are great. Upon arrival you will have a small draw string bag in the room which is ideal for taking to the pool. Evening entertainment was as expected but that’s not why you come here. The twice weekly pool/foam party was a massive hit with our kids. The under water restaurant was brilliant. A little expensive but with the experience We also had to use the clinic a few times due to one kid having an ear infection. Top service from the doctor and support staff that asked to see our daughter every day to check on her. Mention for Reehaan that looked after our room 732. Always spotless and all full stocked with the supplies we needed. We are already considering a return trip for next year. Each room has life jackets for all which made snorkelling with the kids so much easier. Only one bar at the pool which is a small negative but the staff here were amazing and worked very hard and served very quickly and always with a smile. The self fridges for soft drinks and beer were great though Read less
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Jul 13, 2025 Jjachua

Fantastic place to relax and have fun! Staff was so helpful n fun! The activities were good especially the Aqua Zumba.. The live band was energetic & entertaining. The variety of food for the three meals was enough for every pallete. The scenery was just as was seen on all promotions. Our housekeeper Hardiq was super efficient! Bartenders were… Read more
Fantastic place to relax and have fun! Staff was so helpful n fun! The activities were good especially the Aqua Zumba.. The live band was energetic & entertaining. The variety of food for the three meals was enough for every pallete. The scenery was just as was seen on all promotions. Our housekeeper Hardiq was super efficient! Bartenders were skillful at concoting drinks and ever ready with a smile... love the island! Read less