How these Maldivian resorts are making all-inclusive luxurious

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The sun-kissed island resorts of the Maldives don’t have much in common with Antarctica.

 

Yet this idyllic honeymoon favourite does share one attribute with the White Continent – both are uniquely well-suited to an all-inclusive pricing plan. Neither offers opportunities to pop down the road to a local restaurant, save money by self-catering, or get good deals on activities and excursions through stiff competition.

 

All-inclusive resorts near Malé, Maldives

 

All-inclusive hotels in the Maldives have been more common at the lower and mid-range ends of the market – and while budget-friendly properties have their place in the Med, clients who are forking out for long-haul flights to the Maldives tend to have higher expectations.

 

I’d tried an all-inclusive stay in the Maldives before and been disappointed. But the list of inclusions at the two Ozen resorts in South Malé Atoll was reassuring.

 

Champagne on tap, à la carte dining at multiple restaurants, non-motorised watersports, kids’ club, yoga classes, sommelier-led dinners, gin tastings, cinema under the stars, plus boat transfers – all as part of the package. 

 

Inspiring Travel says these two properties are among its most popular in the Maldives, thanks to the simplicity and comprehensive nature of the product. All guests stay all-inclusive, so there’s no need for wristbands, and the included spa treatments and chance to dine at M6m, Maadhoo’s underwater restaurant, are key selling points.

 

Underwater restaurant in the Maldives