MALDIVES ATOLL
Resorts in Ari Atoll
Ari Atoll in the west is a favourite for diving and snorkeling; South Ari is known for whale sharks. Of 30 resorts listed, 6 by speedboat, 28 by seaplane, 9 by domestic flight + speedboat; typical transfers take 15–60 minutes. Four-night references for two range from ¥3,560 to ¥35,360.
Reference prices updated November 2026, for comparison only; the resort quote is final.
30resorts
15–60min transfer
24all-inclusive
14with kids’ club
All resorts in Ari Atoll
| # | Resort | Atoll | Transfer | Snorkeling | Four nights for two |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lea Spa Hotel Maafushi | Ari Atoll | Speedboat | — | ¥3,560 |
| 2 | Cinnamon Ellaidhoo Maldives | Ari Atoll | Seaplane, Speedboat · 30 min | Very good | ¥7,998 |
| 3 | Gangehi Island Resort & Spa | Ari Atoll | Seaplane, Speedboat · 25 min | Very good | ¥9,438 |
| 4 | Safari island | Ari Atoll | Seaplane · 25 min | Very good | ¥9,598 |
| 5 | Maayafushi Nakai Maldive Resort | Ari Atoll | Seaplane, Speedboat · 25 min | — | ¥9,600 |
| 6 | Villa Park Sun Island | Ari Atoll | Domestic flight + speedboat · 35 min | Limited | ¥9,920 |
| 7 | sandies bathala | Ari Atoll | Seaplane, Speedboat · 15 min | — | ¥10,558 |
| 8 | Fiyavalhu Maldives | Ari Atoll | Seaplane · 30 min | — | ¥11,198 |
| 9 | Drift Thelu Veliga Retreat Maldives | Ari Atoll | Seaplane, Domestic flight + speedboat · 35 min | Excellent | ¥11,200 |
| 10 | Vilamendhoo Island Resort | Ari Atoll | Seaplane · 25 min | Very good | ¥12,158 |
| 11 | Angaga Island Resort | Ari Atoll | Seaplane · 25 min | Excellent | ¥12,798 |
| 12 | Nika Island Resort | Ari Atoll | Seaplane · 30 min | — | ¥13,600 |
| 13 | NH Maldives Kuda Rah Resort | Ari Atoll | Seaplane, Domestic flight + speedboat · 25 min | Moderate | ¥14,398 |
| 14 | Veligandu lsland Resort | Ari Atoll | Seaplane, Speedboat · 20 min | Moderate | ¥17,200 |
| 15 | Barcelo Whale Lagoon Maldives | Ari Atoll | Seaplane · 30 min | Moderate | ¥17,600 |
| 16 | Kandolhu Island Resort | Ari Atoll | Seaplane · 25 min | Excellent | ¥19,120 |
| 17 | Diamonds Thudufushi Beach&Water Villas | Ari Atoll | Seaplane · 25 min | Very good | ¥19,198 |
| 18 | Radisson Blu Resort Maldives | Ari Atoll | Seaplane, Domestic flight + speedboat · 35 min | Very good | ¥19,626 |
| 19 | Diamonds Athuruga Beach&Water Villas | Ari Atoll | Seaplane · 20 min | Very good | ¥20,000 |
| 20 | Machchafushi Resort&Spa Maldives | Ari Atoll | Seaplane, Domestic flight + speedboat · 60 min | Excellent | ¥20,240 |
| 21 | Nova Maldives | Ari Atoll | Seaplane · 25 min | Very good | ¥21,278 |
| 22 | Mirihi Island Resort | Ari Atoll | Seaplane, Domestic flight + speedboat · 35 min | Excellent | ¥22,718 |
| 23 | Outrigger Maafushivaru Maldives | Ari Atoll | Seaplane · 25 min | Very good | ¥22,720 |
| 24 | Constance Moofushi Resort Maldives | Ari Atoll | Seaplane · 25 min | Very good | ¥22,800 |
| 25 | LUX* South Ari Atoll,Maldives | Ari Atoll | Seaplane, Domestic flight + speedboat · 25 min | Moderate | ¥22,880 |
| 26 | Ananea Madivaru Maldives | Ari Atoll | Seaplane · 20 min | Moderate | ¥24,320 |
| 27 | Lily Beach Resort | Ari Atoll | Seaplane, Domestic flight + speedboat · 25 min | Very good | ¥24,638 |
| 28 | Conrad Maldives Rangali lsland | Ari Atoll | Seaplane, Domestic flight + speedboat · 30 min | Moderate | ¥26,720 |
| 29 | Constance Halaveli Resort Maldives | Ari Atoll | Seaplane · 25 min | Moderate | ¥27,680 |
| 30 | W Retreat & Spa Maldives | Ari Atoll | Seaplane · 25 min | Excellent | ¥35,360 |
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Drift Thelu Veliga Retreat Maldives
Seaplane, Domestic flight + speedboat · 35 min
All-inclusiveGreat snorkeling
★ 4
★ 4
★ 5
★ 5
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NH Maldives Kuda Rah Resort
Seaplane, Domestic flight + speedboat · 25 min
All-inclusiveFamily friendly
★ 4
★ 5
★ 6.5
★ 5
★ 6
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Radisson Blu Resort Maldives
Seaplane, Domestic flight + speedboat · 35 min
All-inclusiveGreat snorkeling
★ 5
★ 5
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Machchafushi Resort&Spa Maldives
Seaplane, Domestic flight + speedboat · 60 min
All-inclusiveGreat snorkeling
★ 5.5
★ 5
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Mirihi Island Resort
Seaplane, Domestic flight + speedboat · 35 min
Great snorkelingFamily friendly
★ 5.5
★ 5
★ 6
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LUX* South Ari Atoll,Maldives
Seaplane, Domestic flight + speedboat · 25 min
All-inclusiveFamily friendly
★ 6
★ 5.5
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Lily Beach Resort
Seaplane, Domestic flight + speedboat · 25 min
All-inclusiveGreat snorkeling
★ 6.5
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Conrad Maldives Rangali lsland
Seaplane, Domestic flight + speedboat · 30 min
Family friendly
★ 6
★ 6
FAQ
How do I get to resorts in Ari Atoll?
Of 30 resorts listed, 6 by speedboat, 28 by seaplane, 9 by domestic flight + speedboat, typically 15–60 minutes. Each resort confirms its transfer.
Which resort in Ari Atoll is most affordable?
By four-night reference, Lea Spa Hotel Maafushi is lowest at about ¥3,560 (updated November 2026).
Where is the best snorkeling in Ari Atoll?
In our ratings, Drift Thelu Veliga Retreat Maldives rates highest for snorkeling: “Excellent”.
Which resorts in Ari Atoll suit families?
14 resorts in Ari Atoll have a kids’ club; Cinnamon Ellaidhoo Maldives has the highest family rating (5/5).