Hotels with pool on first line in Maldives

We have just spent a fantastic 11 days here for my 40th birthday. The staff here from cleaners, pool bar staff, entertainment every single staff member was just fabulous and truly made our stay perfect

Absolutely amazing holiday & hotel that lived up to the pre-holiday hype & helped make my 60th birthday really special. Superb island & beaches that did not disappoint

Very relaxed & chilled out atmosphere which is exactly what you want in holiday. The staff really make a difference here & nothing is too much trouble for them

All restaurants offer a great selection of well presented & delicious dishes…. Pool bar staff really entertaining & helpful particularly Niko & Pasi

Since arriving home all we have done is talk about how great our experience here was. The resort was flawless; clean, brimming with wildlife and well looked after

Room cleaning was always perfect, never had a problem with the food, gym was clean, if you like snorkeling this is a great place, if you like partying they have I think 3 themed nights for party people, but overall is chill place

The house reef was incredible (we snorkeled straight off the beach most mornings), the dolphin and sandbank excursions were unforgettable, and the spa was the perfect way to slow everything down

Our villa was beautiful and wonderfully private, exactly the quiet escape we were hoping for, and the dining was a real standout, with so much variety across the restaurants that we never got bored

The staff made it, though: warm, attentive, and full of small touches that made the whole trip feel personal

Hello everyone! We stayed at the Resort from March 11th to 17th. If I could give it 200 points, I absolutely would! We really loved the resort, our beach villa, and the food – we opted for the full board

We chose Sun Island for our anniversary and it absolutely delivered

Hotel Villa Park is the perfect place for a family vacation with children. The hotel has a separate kids' complex with a pool, various activities, discos, and much more

The island itself is breathtaking — crystal-clear turquoise waters, soft white sand, and villas that offer both privacy and stunning views. Every sunrise and sunset felt like a postcard come to life

His professionalism, calm guidance, and passion for diving made our underwater experience both safe and unforgettable. He ensured everything was well-explained and comfortable, especially during our first dive

Whether it was recommending the perfect drink or simply checking in with a smile, her service added a personal touch that made our evenings even more special. We are also deeply grateful to Mr

What truly elevated our experience, however, was the exceptional hospitality. Suzan Fernandez from the Lagoon Bar — her warmth, attentiveness, and genuine care made every visit memorable

Exploring the vibrant marine life under his supervision was truly a highlight of our trip. Sun Siyam Olhuveli perfectly combines natural beauty with heartfelt hospitality

She has an incredible ability to make guests feel welcomed and valued

The real highlight of this place, though, is the Kids Club. It is truly one of a kind, not only for the activities offered, but especially for the amazing people who work there

From the moment we arrived, we were blown away by the pristine beaches, crystal-clear waters, and the incredible variety of food—every meal felt like a new culinary adventure

He was always attentive, anticipating our needs, answering every question, and offering helpful tips about the resort, local culture, and hidden gems around the island

The staff are always warm, welcoming, and attentive, which makes us feel comfortable from the very first moment. We consistently have a wonderful experience here

The place feels natural, authentic, and incredibly peaceful ; it’s the perfect environment to truly relax and disconnect

This is the third time we have chosen this location, and every time we come back we are reminded why we love it so much

Our room was right on the beach: you just step out and run straight into the water for a swim. As for the downsides: I didn't like the open-air shower

So, you won't have any issues with communication. 😅 The food here is top-notch; we never even had a chance to get hungry. There's exotic fruit, a different cuisine every day, and unique and delicious desserts

We stayed in the water jacuzzi villas at the north of the island and ate in the adult only restaurant, which was fantastic. The food was good and the staff were lovely. Have Ali cook your complete in the morning

This island is incredibly beautiful, and the sunsets here are just stunning! 😍😍 I want to thank them for the excellent service: rooms are cleaned both in the morning and in the evening

While you're having breakfast, your room is immediately tidied up, and when you leave for dinner, there's another evening cleaning before bed. I was surprised by how many different languages the receptionists spoke

We didn't regret it at all; we saw dolphins, and they were jumping and escorting our yacht. 😍 The most beautiful sunsets are right by the overwater bungalows or near the beach by the reception area

I liked the hotel. We stayed in a beach studio and a sunset villa with its own pool. Both options are decent.

We stayed at Kandima Maldives for our honeymoon, and it was honestly an unforgettable experience. From the moment we arrived, the staff made us feel incredibly special

Their warmth and hospitality really stood out. The resort itself is stunning. The water is crystal clear, the beaches are pristine, and the villas are beautiful and spacious

There are so many activities to enjoy, from snorkeling and water sports to relaxing by the beach or enjoying the different restaurants

We also had some extras included: a complimentary sunset cruise with wine, a 10-minute go-kart drive, and a beach dinner, which was a really nice experience

The resort went above and beyond to celebrate our honeymoon, they arranged a complimentary romantic honeymoon dinner for us and even surprised us with multiple comped drinks during our stay, which was such a thoughtful touch

Tharu, our contact on-site, was fantastic and did everything to make my husband’s birthday a memorable one! The boat excursions are great—definitely worth doing at least one

The team—Menuka, Seily, and Suzu—are amazing with the kids! You can try plenty of water sports, the food is good, and the staff are incredibly kind and helpful

We came away for a week to celebrate my birthday, it’s been absolutely heavenly. The staff are all excellent, couldn’t fault a thing , Abhi , our host , has been so helpful, totally recommend Kuredu

This place is truly a little piece of paradise! The perfect combination of peace, nature, discovery, and activities

We were looked after very well. Friendly staff and lots to do there. Mounika looked after us and was attentive to all our needs. Answered quickly when we messaged. Turtles and sharks can be seen straight out on the beach

Absolutely loved our stay here. We had one night in the Water Villas before being moved to 'O' Jacuzzi Beach Villas. our room numbers were 235 & 242 and they were perfectly placed for us

The fitness team also felt somewhat unstructured, almost as if they were unsure of their roles. Overall, a really great stay. I have visited the Maldives three times and the water and beach here were exceptionally good

Cannot fault this hotel and the staff are second to none. Nothing is too much trouble, they will go above and beyond to make your stay perfect. Rooms cleaned daily to a high standard

Amazing! From start to finish, I cannot fault this place. Landing at the airport, we were greeted by a Riu staff member, who told us where to go and what to do, which made it easy

The staff were so friendly and helpful, the rooms were spotless and the views breathtaking. I highly recommend anyone who is thinking of going to the Maldives to go here

Once we got to the hotel the staff couldn’t go enough for you, every detail was covered and remained that way right until the end of the holiday

The arrival experience was not quite top class, for example we were simply handed one room key instead of being asked how many we needed (I do 100 hotel nights a year a discussion about number of key is silly)

The beach and the ocean are beautiful , pristine turquoise water

The noise from the pool circulation pump in the room was extremely bothersome. The air conditioner's outdoor unit was also very noisy

From snorkeling alongside sharks to different guided snorkeling adventures, diving experiences and a huge selection of exciting water activities — there is something for everyone to enjoy

I stayed at Anantara Veli Maldives but my second day was all at Anantara Dhigu Maldives. I find this island is awesome, the surroundings are so relaxing and cosy.

We also took the short boat ride over to Anantara Veli Maldives Resort, where we had dinner at the Japanese restaurant — a real highlight — and went back during the day to enjoy lunch and relax by the pool

Mustafa and his team were excellent — highly professional, knowledgeable, and clearly very experienced. As seasoned PADI divers, we felt completely safe and well looked after throughout

Wow wow wow The Maldives has always been on our bucket list I can honestly say this island exceeded our expectations ❤️ We were lucky enough to experience a beach villa and a water villa and both had such amazing qualities, the spa was beautiful the food was out of this world and the service was outstanding! It truly feels like you are in paradise Would love to return one day Thank you iru fushi...

Starting with our Superstar Butler NAVEEN, thank you our friend for everything, nothing was too much trouble The bar staff at Waters Edge kept us very happy thanks go to GUYAN, MADHU, RAKESH, SABARI & MANISH

We visited Iru buffet for breakfast each morning, the staff are led by the most fantastic Chef NALAKA, a wonderful, kind man. At breakfast we were greeted warmly by PANCA

I have reviewed Sun Siyam Iru Fushi before but this time I want to mention by name those very hard working people who do everything to make your experience unforgettable

Thank you MIA for my fresh juices each morning they were delicious. And big thanks go to HARISH who looked after us so well, Sun Siyam should be very proud of you

The resort is everything you would expect from a 5 star hotel and more but it is the staff who go above & beyond to make your visit special

It was all Excelent The pool Small but not for us, we used it on the first day only, found there was no breeze and really hummid. but not really for us when we had an amzing beach to sit at

Had a wonderful stay at Adaaran Hudhuran Fushi. Beautiful island, friendly staff, clean rooms, and great food. Good staff at the Beach Grill—very friendly and attentive! Highly recommended for a relaxing getaway!

Nothing was ever a problem for Praveen. The resort itself is beautiful with lovely white sand beaches, beautiful clear water and a very relaxing vibe

Our child especially enjoyed the shallow waters of the ocean as well as swimming in the pool. What truly made this holiday unforgettable, however, was the incredible staff

We ate dinner at the Sunset Restaurant every night and had lunch at the Beach Grill and Pizza place which were both fantastic

We traveled as a family (mother, father, and our young child), and thanks to the size of the island, we were able to perfectly combine a family vacation with a surf trip

This could easily be the best place on earth! The most beautiful (and natural!) island, the kindest, friendliest and most attentive team of staff; fantastic beach and sea villas which have been refurbished recently; wonderful bars and restaurants; divine food, drinks and cocktails; stunning craft coffee; the sea life is truly amazing and everything is calm, tranquil, and just simply beautiful! I will...

Absolutely amazing week in this wonderful hotel, the rooms and whole island are absolutely spotless. Food is amazing in all of the restaurants, and the staff are ultra helpful and friendly

We did not want to leave and will defo be returning! In the 4 nights we stayed, we managed to try all the different restaurants - amazing lunches at Veli Pool Bar, dining under the stars at Senses and the teppanyaki experience with Allan at Umami were all highlights

The hotel goes above and beyond to help, even when we turned up a day late for a fully booked boat trip which was completely our fault as we had the wrong day, they still ensured we could do the trip

The manager and his wife also made this trip one of a kind with various thoughtful gestures. The hotel was near to fully booked but we did not feel the crowds at all - be it at the different beaches or restaurants

The food was absolutely to die for. Every restaurant delivered an outstanding experience, but Senses was the clear highlight for us, exceptional flavors, presentation and atmosphere at the beach

The beaches are stunning and we loved our ocean pool villas. Snorkelling at the house reef was excellent. The food in the restaurant was consistently exceptional

We stayed in a Deluxe Ocean Pool Villa, which was spacious, luxurious, and perfect for our family. The staff were warm, attentive, and very professional, making our stay truly comfortable

Our stay at Brennia Kottefaru Resort was amazing. The resort is beautiful, with crystal-clear waters, pristine beaches, and excellent scenic beauty

Getting up in the morning and straight into the sea for a snorkel and saw lots of different fish. Hopefully we can go again as it was very perfect

Seaplane airport transfer—truly another great experience

The staff is incredibly friendly and helpful; I'd especially like to highlight Jalal's kindness and hospitality. It was a pleasure to be here for our honeymoon, and I wholeheartedly recommend experiencing it here

Our only disappointment is that we booked 2 Beach Villa at a much higher price few days before we checked-in and when we asked if we could upgrade to Water Villa by paying the price difference we were turned down

A very relaxing time on the beach after 2 weeks in Sri Lanka

Instead, they proposed a much higher price. The hotel needs to be a bit more flexible in this case of the sudden drop of price to guests paid a lot more before the price cut out of goodwill

Had a problem with TV and they were there with in 10 minutes. Golf carts for transportation thought the resort. Great variety of food, all buffet. Some extra restaurants but expensive

Lots of people but lots of room. The island is just the resort no local village. I was hoping for more coral and fish. Service and staff were always friendly and smiling all the time

We had a great time at Oblu Xperience. Customer service was great. Our room was nice and cozy. Plenty of choices on food and drinks. The price of stay was well worth it.

For just over 1000, you get a dedicated butler, beautifully maintained greenery, and delicious, affordable food. The best part is its long history, and the cabins open right onto your private beach and loungers

Kurumba Maldives has a nice beach and lagoon, and the island itself is green and well maintained. However, the experience overall was quite average and not what you might expect from a typical Maldivian resort

The resort itself is filled with different kinds of entertainment from different pool locations, to billiard pool, table tennis, tennis, a gym, water sport activities, delicious food, and the warmest most hospitable of staff

The resort is very beautiful and features many lovely details, such as an orchid garden. The beach is wonderful, offering plenty of privacy and stunning, clear water

Rooms are amazing, beautiful views, very friendly staff, Oumaima took care of me at the arrival and departure the next day. The food is also very tasty, the buffet and desserts exceeded my expectations

Stayed here for one night as I travelled further to Fuvahmulah the next day (alone). Arrived around 11:00 at the resort, my room was ready at 13:30 but I could already freshen up at the shower rooms

The hotel 5 stars is fully justified! Staff, rooms, kitchen, beach, entertainment, all very much ?

Went for a vacation with 3 years old toddler. The location was perfect, near to the main island, not much of a hassle. Options for Indian vegetarian was good, shout out to Masala Hut & Feast restaurant team

Beaches were great and island cottage with plunge pool next to beach was just amazing. They took care of everything, pickup, drop & even helped in packing food for my kid during checkout

He went above and beyond for us, helped me set up a nice private table on the beach for a surprise to my newly wedded wife

Overall had a good experience there had a honeymoon to remember, we even were given a plaque which is in the honeymoon garden, really great for memories, had a complementary professional photo shoot, welcome drinks, couples 60 min massage, snorkelling equipment and life jackets, daily 30 minutes paddle board/ kayaking hire

The staff are exceptionally friendly, professional, and always helpful, which really makes the stay memorable and comfortable from start to finish. That said, there are a few areas that could be improved

• Beach Villas: The direct beach access is worth the upgrade

  🚤 Location & Arrival One of the biggest perks is the 15-minute speedboat ride from Velana International Airport. After a long flight, being at the resort and checked in within 30 minutes is a luxury in itself

No waiting hours for a seaplane!  🛌 The Room Experience The design here is very "Boho-Chic"—bright, colorful, and modern. • Sky Rooms: Great value with a beautiful balcony view of the lagoon

  • The Hub: The Marina has a discovery center, shops, and a beach club (Café del Mar style)

The sunset views from the Marina pier are some of the best on the island. Hilton Honors: If you have status, the perks here (like breakfast or room upgrades) are well-recognized as it’s part of the Curio Collection

  🍴 Dining & Activities This is where SAii really stands out. Because it’s connected by a footbridge to The Marina @ CROSSROADS and the Hard Rock Hotel:  • Variety: You have access to over 10+ dining options

The swimming pool is fantastic! 👍 However, the seaplane arranged by the butler was a bit late when we left, and we almost missed our connecting flight. Overall, I was very satisfied!

The best part is the white sand beach under the moonlight—it's so tranquil it feels like stepping into a sci-fi alien world. Snorkeling on the coral reefs during the day is quite good, with plenty of marine life

Gym with two pieces of equipment, old and unhinged. Tennis court covered in bird droppings. The edge of the pool full of chipped tiles that also cut my friend's little girl. Sufficient village maintenance

This is a stunning island resort. The rooms are spacious and large, the bedding is impeccably clean, and there are no mosquitoes

We found out that not all restaurants are part of the all inclusive package, the seafood restaurant is not part of the plan and the prices are on the upper scale, probably 100$ pp for a 3 dish order

The front yard has a relaxing courtyard, while the back yard features an open-air soaking tub and shower. The buffet breakfast, dinner, and lunch are delicious! There's also a bar with juices and food available anytime

Great resort with a lot of things included in the all-inclusive plan, like unlimited drinks and food in 6 restaurants, snorkling trips twice a day, sea sports etc. We enjoyed very much our holiday here. Highly recommend.

This is a first class facility who know how to look after guests. From meeting us at Male Airport ,our week on the arrival and finally walking us to the departure counter nothing was too much trouble

This was most certainly one of our best holidays! Place did exceed our expectations. Great food quality and choice, a lot of choices for excursions and local water-sports and snorkelling

We had an amazing stay at Atmosphere Kanifushi. By far the best vacation of our lives. From the moment we arrived, the staff went above and beyond to make us feel welcome

Everything was amazing, the staff, the food, the rooms and the location was absolutely stunning. I would recommend for anyone who wants to experience total bliss.

The food,the service,the accommodation and especially the staff were first class. Congratulations Atmosphere Kanifushi our best relaxing holiday

Wonderful island located close to the international airport. Loved our stay there. Pros include friendly staff, great food and excellent beaches!

Here's my objective review: Pros: 1. The butler and reception staff provided good service (for the price point). The pool was beautiful, especially in the evening. You can see baby sharks while snorkeling

The food was simply delicious – every dish was perfectly seasoned, full of flavor and freshness. The variety of options meant we could discover something new each day, and the dinners were a true feast for the senses

We had an unforgettable stay at Villa Nautica Maldives in the Overwater Villa with my family. Waking up to the stunning turquoise ocean and enjoying the peaceful surroundings made the whole experience truly special

Her professionalism and warm attitude truly made our stay even more enjoyable!! The room view from the water villa was absolutely amazing, waking up to the beautiful ocean right outside our door was unforgettable

We had a great experience at Villa Nautica for our honeymoon. From the moment we arrived, everything was well organized and welcoming. The staff were incredibly helpful, patient, and polite throughout our stay