MALDIVES ATOLL
Resorts in South Male Atoll
South Malé Atoll lies just south of Malé; most resorts are reached by speedboat. Of 23 resorts listed, 22 by speedboat, 2 by road transfer; typical transfers take 10–45 minutes. Four-night references for two range from ¥800 to ¥63,998.
Reference prices updated November 2026, for comparison only; the resort quote is final.
23resorts
10–45min transfer
12all-inclusive
14with kids’ club
All resorts in South Male Atoll
| # | Resort | Atoll | Transfer | Snorkeling | Four nights for two |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | NOOVILA GRAND 澜 | South Male Atoll | Road transfer · 10 min | — | ¥800 |
| 2 | ARENA HOTELS | South Male Atoll | Speedboat, Road transfer | — | ¥6,398 |
| 3 | Embudu Village | South Male Atoll | Speedboat · 40 min | Excellent | ¥8,000 |
| 4 | Rihiveli Maldives Resort | South Male Atoll | Speedboat | — | ¥8,000 |
| 5 | Fihalohi Resort | South Male Atoll | Speedboat · 45 min | Very good | ¥8,000 |
| 6 | Holiday Inn Resort Kandooma Maldives | South Male Atoll | Speedboat · 40 min | Moderate | ¥11,840 |
| 7 | OBLU XPERIENCE Ailafushi | South Male Atoll | Speedboat · 15 min | Fair | ¥12,320 |
| 8 | Adaaran Club Rannalhi | South Male Atoll | Speedboat · 45 min | Moderate | ¥12,798 |
| 9 | Hard Rock Hotel Maldives | South Male Atoll | Speedboat · 20 min | Fair | ¥14,160 |
| 10 | SAii Lagoon Maldives | South Male Atoll | Speedboat · 15 min | Limited | ¥14,560 |
| 11 | Velassaru Maldives Resort | South Male Atoll | Speedboat · 35 min | Moderate | ¥15,998 |
| 12 | Taj Exotica Resort & Spa | South Male Atoll | Speedboat · 20 min | Limited | ¥16,400 |
| 13 | Adaaran Prestige Vadoo lsland Resort | South Male Atoll | Speedboat · 15 min | Very good | ¥16,478 |
| 14 | Anantara Dhigu Resort & Spa | South Male Atoll | Speedboat · 35 min | Fair | ¥19,200 |
| 15 | Sun Siyam Romance lsland | South Male Atoll | Speedboat · 45 min | Moderate | ¥21,278 |
| 16 | So Maldives | South Male Atoll | Speedboat · 15 min | Limited | ¥23,838 |
| 17 | Ozen LIFE Maadhoo | South Male Atoll | Speedboat · 35 min | Limited | ¥25,920 |
| 18 | Como Cocoa lsland | South Male Atoll | Speedboat · 40 min | Moderate | ¥26,320 |
| 19 | Anantara Veli Resort Maldives | South Male Atoll | Speedboat · 35 min | Moderate | ¥28,798 |
| 20 | Ozen RESERVE Bolifushi | South Male Atoll | Speedboat · 30 min | Very good | ¥36,800 |
| 21 | JW Marriott Maldives Kaafu Atoll Island Resort | South Male Atoll | Speedboat · 15 min | Moderate | ¥43,998 |
| 22 | Waldorf Astoria Maldives Ithaafushi | South Male Atoll | Speedboat · 30 min | Moderate | ¥50,800 |
| 23 | Naladhu Private Island | South Male Atoll | Speedboat · 35 min | Moderate | ¥63,998 |
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South Male Atoll
Holiday Inn Resort Kandooma Maldives
Speedboat · 40 min
All-inclusiveFamily friendly
★ 4
★ 4
★ 5.5
★ 5.5
★ 5
★ 6
★ 5
South Male Atoll
Adaaran Prestige Vadoo lsland Resort
Speedboat · 15 min
All-inclusiveGreat snorkeling
★ 6
★ 5
★ 6
★ 6
★ 6
★ 5
★ 6.5
★ 6
★ 6.5
★ 6.5
FAQ
How do I get to resorts in South Male Atoll?
Of 23 resorts listed, 22 by speedboat, 2 by road transfer, typically 10–45 minutes. Each resort confirms its transfer.
Which resort in South Male Atoll is most affordable?
By four-night reference, NOOVILA GRAND 澜 is lowest at about ¥800 (updated November 2026).
Where is the best snorkeling in South Male Atoll?
In our ratings, Embudu Village rates highest for snorkeling: “Excellent”.
Which resorts in South Male Atoll suit families?
14 resorts in South Male Atoll have a kids’ club; Holiday Inn Resort Kandooma Maldives has the highest family rating (5/5).