Luxury Hotels in South Malé Atoll
5 luxury hotels compared on guest reviews. No paid placements.
Our picks
5 Recommended Hotels
Located in South Male Atoll, Waldorf Astoria Maldives Ithaafushi covers 3.5 km length of greenery and beaches spanning across 3 islands encircling a lagoon. This luxury hotel offers 11 unique dining… Read more
Why this position
Leads the ranking on the weight of evidence: 40 reviews to #2's 22, although #2 scores higher (9.7 to 9.6).
Every Naladhu Private Island experience is one to treasure. Every space is yours to own. Take residence in one of the classic houses inspired by colonial elegance or a majestic Two Bedroom Pool… Read more
Why this position
Scores higher than #1 (9.7 to 9.6), on a smaller body of reviews (22 to 40).
Niva Velassaru Maldives offers luxurious beachfront and over-water accommodation with uninterrupted ocean views. It features a wide range of water and adventure sports, as well as sunset cruises and… Read more
Why this position
Rests on more guest reviews than #2 (553 to 22), at a slightly lower score (9.2 to 9.7).
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COMO Cocoa Island offers luxurious accommodation on the private shores of Kaafu Island in South Male Atoll. It provides indulgent spa treatments, 2 private diving reefs and an infinity pool… Read more
Why this position
Sits behind #3 on both the score (9.1 to 9.2) and the sample it rests on (54 to 553 reviews).
Anantara Veli Maldives Resort - Adults Only
South Malé Atoll, Maldives
Adults onlyIf an island paradise of chic simplicity in a charming adults-only tropical setting is what you need, the white sand and azure waters of Anantara Veli Resort will provide the perfect setting. Relax… Read more
Why this position
Guests rate it above #4 (9.1 to 9.1) and on more reviews (137 to 54).
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Tripplo’s selection · Founder: Axel Hernborg · Updated 10 October 2026
Ranking updated 6 September 2026
5 hotels compared · How we choose hotels · No paid placements
Compare the hotels
| # | Hotel | Stars | Guest rating | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Waldorf Astoria Maldives Ithaafushi | 5★ | Booking9.6· 40 reviews | Best overall |
| 2 | Naladhu Private Island Maldives | 5★ | Booking9.7· 22 reviews | Private pool |
| 3 | Niva Velassaru Maldives | 5★ | Booking9.2· 553 reviews | Beach |
| 4 | COMO Cocoa Island | 5★ | Booking9.1· 54 reviews | Peace and quiet |
| 5 | Anantara Veli Maldives Resort - Adults Only | 5★ | Booking9.1· 137 reviews | Adults only |
How we ranked these hotels
5 hotels looked at for this destination: 5 ranked above, 0 more we recommend.
The Google and Booking ratings for these hotels are based on a combined 806 reviews reported by the sources. This is not the number of review texts Tripplo has analysed.
How guest ratings, hotel class and facts inform our selections.
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Based on outgoing hotel clicks over the last 7 days.
Weather & sea temperature — South Malé Atoll
Right now: 28° air · 31° sea
Tripplo's luxury hotel selection on South Malé Atoll — in numbers
Most common facilities
- Pool (5 of 5)
- Spa & wellness (5 of 5)
- Beachfront (5 of 5)
- Airport shuttle (5 of 5)
- Free WiFi (4 of 5)
- Bar (4 of 5)
What these hotels do best
- Privacy & seclusion (4 of 5)
- Pools (3 of 5)
- Dining (3 of 5)
- Spa & wellness (3 of 5)
