Name: LUX* South Ari Atoll,Maldives
Address: Ari Atoll, Maldives

Island Snapshot

Comprehensive Score

9.4/ 10

Combined score from reef, beach, family, photo, and honeymoon dimensions.

Opened / Renovated

Renovated in 2022

Transfer Time

TBD

Distance to Male

25分钟/104

Reef

4.0

Lagoon

5.0

Beach

5.0

Family

5.0

Photography

5.0

Honeymoon

5.0

Star Rating

6 Stars

Price From

$351

Booking

9.5 (208)

Agoda

9.1 (220)

Google

4.8 (962)

Tripadvisor

4.9 (7326)

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Estimation Base

$351pp

Reference price only, subject to date and room type.

Off-season (4n)$2,806

Peak-season (4n)$5,602

Meal Plans:Full BoardAll Inclusive

Transfer Fee:Adult $695 / Child $350

Green Tax:$6 pp/night

Child Policy

Age 0-1：Free
Age 2-11：$111/night
Age 12+：Adult price

Price Estimator

NightsAdultsKids

Est. Total (Inc. Tax/Service/Transfer)

$3,138 - $3,835

Room $2,806 · Transfer $193

Services & Facilities

Quick checklist of resort services and facilities.

Featured Services

Chinese ServicePrivate ButlerGlass FloorBathtubSandbankSeagrass AreaWedding Photography

Facility Services

Kids ClubSPAPADI DivingTennis CourtAirport Lounge

Resort Intro

LUX* South Ari Atoll in the Maldives is a long, narrow island stretching approximately 1.8 kilometers in length and about 200 meters in width, taking roughly 40 minutes to walk across. Surrounded by pristine white sandy beaches, the island features a clear lagoon with uninterrupted ocean views, where the water displays a striking blue-green gradient. The island boasts a large lagoon home to a variety of tropical fish, whose colors shift dramatically with changing light conditions. With high vegetation coverage, the island’s layout resembles an open-air park, offering evenly distributed scenic spots.

Island Highlights ① One of the larger islands in the Maldives, it offers complimentary shuttle service via electric carts—guests can hail them at any time. ② The lagoon changes shape with tidal movements, forming two distinct sand spits that create dynamic, ever-evolving scenery. ③ The island features multiple unique photo spots, including a floating swing, hanging hammocks, and a floating breakfast setup—all first-of-their-kind installations on the island. ④ Equipped with two large swimming pools, a floodlit tennis court, and a fitness center outfitted with Technogym equipment. ⑤ Located near the Whale Shark Conservation Park, whale sharks are frequently sighted, and access is highly convenient. ⑥ In 2024, the Water Villas underwent roof renovations using traditional thatched roofing designs. ⑦ Starting mid-September 2024, an interior renovation project was launched to enhance guest comfort and accommodation quality. ⑧ Ranked among Forbes’ Top 5 Star Resorts for three consecutive years, the resort offers over ten dining and bar venues. ⑨ Provides Chinese-language menus and activity schedules, along with dedicated one-on-one online Chinese customer support.

Notes Snorkeling conditions are moderate, suitable for general visitors; the hotel offers free reef snorkeling experiences from guest rooms. Seasonal seaweed growth occurs occasionally, but the island management conducts regular cleanups. According to guest feedback, this has not significantly affected overall visual appeal. The Ocean View Cottages are semi-detached villas, but for the Chinese market, the resort often provides complimentary upgrades to standalone beachfront villas.

Dining

Senses Restaurant

Senses Restaurant, located by the seaside, offers dishes influenced by Middle Eastern and Indian Ocean cuisines, including stews, grilled prawns, and signature tropical fruit juices. During lunchtime, guests can choose from fresh salads, grilled specialties, and local seafood. With its panoramic pool views, the restaurant is perfect for dining under the stars.

East Market Restaurant

Food stalls located above the Dongfang Market waters offer dishes inspired by Thai, Chinese, Vietnamese, and Filipino cuisines. Guests can watch the cooking process live and choose from steamed buns, various meats, vegetables, and seasonings. Diners may select either dumplings or stir-fried dishes. Meals are delivered to customers via hand carts.

Beach Rough Restaurant

UMAMI Restaurant is located within a modern dining space featuring wall decorations inspired by red coral reefs, creating a visual connection with the chef's preparation area. Guests can sit at the cobalt-blue sushi bar and watch the head chef skillfully prepare fresh seafood, crafting sashimi, sushi, and sushi rolls live. The Robata grilling section offers premium ingredients such as Kobe beef and Australian lamb, cooked using teppanyaki-style techniques that provide an engaging culinary performance. The restaurant also boasts a selection of 30 Japanese sake varieties and 9 premium Japanese whiskies, offering ample choices for beverage enthusiasts.

Lagoon Bar

Lagoon Bar, located next to the resort's lobby and adjacent to the water sports center with a view of the ocean, is an ideal spot for watching sunrises. The bar features live performances of island acoustic music and reggae-style acts, offering a relaxing atmosphere. This casual entertainment venue has been favored by some guests as a preferred choice.

Island bar

At the island bar, enjoy local specialty cocktails or appetizers paired with cold dishes. As evening approaches, watch the sun sink into the shimmering sea. Visitors can choose to stroll along the beach or relax on the wooden deck after sunset, soaking in the serene atmosphere.

MIXE Restaurant

MIXE Restaurant is located in the island area, featuring a thatched-roof building equipped with ceiling fans. The restaurant offers a buffet service with multiple live cooking stations, including wood-fired pizza, barbecue, and local specialty snacks. The dining area includes a beach experience zone where guests can walk barefoot on fine sand. Opened in 2023, the restaurant is situated in a conveniently accessible tourist zone.

Allegria Restaurant

At the Mediterranean-style Allegria restaurant, guests can dine on an open-air terrace overlooking the coast. Using premium Italian ingredients and following traditional Southern European recipes, the restaurant features an open kitchen where visitors can watch chefs prepare dishes such as pasta, pizza, and Italian gnocchi.

Umami Restaurant

UMAMI is housed in a modern-style space featuring red coral reef-themed wall decorations that visually echo the chef's preparation area. Guests can sit at the cobalt-blue sushi bar to watch the head chef craft fresh sashimi, sushi, and sushi rolls using seafood caught that very day. The restaurant also features a robata grill, offering premium dishes such as Kobe beef and Australian lamb, with the chef showcasing his culinary skills during the teppanyaki cooking demonstrations. For beverages, the menu includes 30 varieties of Japanese sake and 9 types of premium Japanese whisky.

Senses Bar

SENSES Bar & Lounge offers cocktails, rum, liqueurs, beers, and spirits, along with Sri Lankan tea served in the afternoon. Enjoy a light lunch inspired by the Indian Ocean flavors beneath the shade of trees or by the poolside. Light snacks are available in the evening, and guests can relax on a large hammock.

East Bar

Located on an open-air platform, the venue operates daily from 4:00 PM to midnight. The platform features a double swing and a catamaran equipped with two-person seating, floating above turquoise waters. The space functions as a compact waterborne bar, offering chilled beverages. It also includes an underwater-themed music area, ideal for evening social gatherings. Visitors are encouraged to first enjoy views of the islands and ocean from the deck area, then explore the interior music space. The facilities were completed and opened in 2023.

Room Types

Beach Pavilion

Count

Area

60 sqm

Capacity

2 Adults, 1 Children

Private Pool

Ocean View Pavilion rooms are located in the island area, featuring a luxurious bathroom and private garden with an outdoor shower. The rooms boast high thatched roofs for excellent natural lighting and are ideal for families, offering scenic views of the surrounding area.

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Beach Villa

Count

Area

95 sqm

Capacity

2 Adults, 1 Children

Private Pool

The rooms feature views of the island and white sandy beaches from the terrace, with interiors decorated in soft peach-yellow tones that echo the natural ebb and flow of the tides. All guest rooms come with open-air bathrooms, framed by expansive skies, hibiscus flowers, and banana trees, creating a private outdoor retreat. Each beach villa accommodates two adults and one teenager or child.

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Beach Pool Villa

Count

Area

116 sqm

Capacity

2 Adults, 1 Children

Private Pool

Yes

The room type is a beachfront pool villa, offering spacious and private accommodations with views overlooking the lagoon. The sandy beach features soft hues that reflect the island's natural environment. Each villa includes a private terrace equipped with a pool, deck, sun loungers, and an outdoor shower. The guest room features an en-suite bathroom accessible via a corridor leading directly to a private garden, complete with a shower facility.

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Water Villa

Count

Area

98 sqm

Capacity

3 Adults or 2 Adults, 1 Children

Private Pool

Luxury water villas are built above the water, offering panoramic views of the Indian Ocean and direct access to the lagoon. The spacious rooms feature a king-size bed and a sofa bed, while the bathroom includes a bathtub with ocean views and a separate shower. The deck area is equipped with loungers and sunbeds for relaxing. This room type is ideal for travelers seeking comfort and an immersive natural setting.

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Romantic Pool Water Villa

Count

Area

110 sqm

Capacity

2 Adults, 2 Children

Private Pool

Yes

This room type is built above the water, with a gross floor area exceeding 110 square meters. It features a standalone overwater villa offering high privacy and a tranquil living environment. The interior design thoughtfully blends modern aesthetics with traditional architectural elements, showcasing meticulous attention to detail. Each villa includes one bedroom equipped with a Le Sérail-branded 'Deep Sleep' bed, a well-lit bathroom, and a private double shower area. The room also features a 48-inch curved television and a home theater system with an 110-inch projection screen, supporting advanced audiovisual functions. Outside, a spacious terrace offers a private pool, an outdoor shower, and shaded lounging areas, providing panoramic views of the ocean and direct access via walkway to the lagoon waters.

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Temptation Pool Water Villa

Count

Area

220 sqm

Capacity

2 Adults, 1 Children

Private Pool

Yes

Meli Waterfront Pool Villa, spanning 220 square meters, is situated along the shores of the Indian Ocean. The guest room features floor-to-ceiling ocean-view windows that enhance natural lighting within the space. An expansive wooden deck extends outside, serving as a dining area and featuring a private small cabin. The deck flows seamlessly into a 14-meter-long infinity pool overlooking the sea. Inside, the layout includes a glass-enclosed shower, a marble massage bathtub, a round king-sized bed, and delicate sheer curtains, all reflecting modern design aesthetics.

Private Pool Size: 14㎡

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Lux* Villa

Count

187

Area

360 sqm

Capacity

4 Adults or 2 Adults, 2 Children

Private Pool

Yes

Lise Villa offers panoramic lagoon and island views, situated right at the heart of the resort. The villa features a infinity pool seamlessly blending into the lagoon; the living room includes glass flooring, allowing guests to observe marine life beneath. The master suite boasts custom handcrafted furnishings, with living space opening directly onto a deck, creating an open, fluid connection between indoor and outdoor areas.