The Maldives are synonymous with romantic getaways. Want to know more about the best couples’ escapes in the archipelago? We’ve selected some of the most romantic villas to stay at, and here is why…
Waldorf Astoria – Stella Maris Ocean Villa
Only accessible by boat, this duplex villa offers utmost privacy for an intimate romantic getaway. Couples can marvel at the Maldivian night sky in the Stella Maris Ocean Villa, inspired by the Latin name for Star of the Sea, used by sailors to navigate the oceans.
As the villa is only surrounded by the ocean, couples can enjoy private adventures, from sun-kissed spa days and starry-night dinners to thrilling water activities.
Soneva Jani – One Bedroom Water Retreat with Slide
Because romance is also about being playful, couples would not want to leave this extraordinary villa equipped with a curved water slide taking them to the turquoise waters below.
Spread across two floors, the One Bedroom Water Retreat comes with a private pool and a master bedroom with a retractable roof, perfect for romantic evenings under the stars.
Kudadoo Maldives – One Bedroom Ocean Residence
For a private island getaway, couples will enjoy the tranquil surroundings of Kudadoo Maldives. With only 15 Ocean Residences at the resort, couples feel in a world of their own.
Each residence offers the luxury of space, with 300 square metres, and is beautifully designed to take the most of the ocean vistas. The infinity pool and expansive overwater decks add to the exclusive experience.
Fairmont Maldives – Tented Jungle Villa With Pool
For nature lovers, the Tented Jungle Villa is the perfect destination. Offering a unique tented design, and surrounded by lush jungle, this villa exudes tropical paradise and allows couples to stay in harmony with nature.
The private garden and pool, outdoor shower and bathing facilities, and extensive relaxation areas, complement the glorious surroundings.
Joali Maldives – Beach Villa with Pool
For couples who want it all, the Beach Villa with Pool offers an ideal blend of beach, garden and ocean views. This one-bedroom villa offers direct access to the beach and an infinity pool overlooking the turquoise waters, to make the most of this island paradise.
With handpicked objets d’art, a private cabana in the beach garden, and a bathroom with 100% natural spa amenities, this villa is the perfect home away from home.
The Nautilus Maldives – Ocean House
The epitome of island chic, the stilted houses overlooking the lagoon present a unique design for an idyllic couple’s retreat.
The oval bedroom is an intimate sanctuary with magnificent ocean vistas, the separate living room features a glass floor panel to marvel at the underwater world, and the private infinity pool looks out to the horizon.
For a romantic bath time, the glass-walled bathroom provides panoramic views of the atoll.
Raffles Maldives Meradhoo – Overwater Pool Villa
A perfect platform to appreciate the wonders of the natural world, the Overwater Pool Villas are located on a separate island, just steps from the clear lagoon with nothing else around but the sea.
An abode for privacy and relaxation, the villa blends the space outside and in, with high ceilings and expansive windows overlooking the ocean.
From the large pool and deck area, couples will be able to enjoy romantic moments and gaze at a horizon stretching out for miles.
Milaidhoo Island Maldives – Water Pool Villa
On stilts over the ocean, these spacious thatched-roof villas have been created for couples’ delight. Serene and full of light, the Water Pool Villa opens up to a huge sundeck with steps into the ocean for easy access to the nearby coral reef.
At 42 square metres, the private pool is one of the largest in the Maldives, and the perfect spot to share intimate moments.
Couples will awake to ocean views right from their bed, and can relax throughout the day on their ‘Undhoali’ (a hanging Maldivian swing), taking in the Maldivian vistas.
Emerald Faarufushi Resort & Spa – Superior Water Villa with Pool
For those who don’t want to worry about the details, an all-inclusive stay at Emerald’s Superior Water Villa with Pool, is the ideal getaway. Located at the far tip of the jetty, with direct lagoon access, each overwater villa is a carefully curated haven which integrates with the surrounding environment.
Expansive wooden floors, adjoining deck with a private infinity pool and wide views over turquoise seas waiting to be explored, are some of the ingredients of this romantic hideaway.
Anantara Veli – Over Water Pool Villa
Making overwater living accessible, couples can live the quintessential Maldivian dream at Anantara’s Over Water Pool Villas.
Among the finest over water bungalows in the Maldives, they offer panoramic views from indoors to out, an expansive split-level sundeck, and a private pool to enjoy special moments together while taking in glorious sunsets.
For the ultimate bliss, the villas can be converted into wellness villas, with a soothing ambience of aroma, light and music therapy.
