Expansive island wonderland
Twelve pristine white beaches ring the sculpted island, where guests cruise sandy trails on bicycles between secluded coves and oceanfront pools.
“Daybeds are adorned with graphic stripes in a spectrum of blues, echoing the tones of the perfect surrounding seas.”
What it’s good at
Exceptional
Dedicated 24-hour island hosts, private luxury yacht transfers, and seven hundred staff serving one hundred twenty-two villas.
Exceptional
Twelve private beaches, an oceanfront climbing wall, FIFA-approved football pitch, and water sports across a hundred-acre island.
Remarkable
Hydrothermal vitality pools, crystal steam rooms, a heated Watsu aquatic massage pool, and an overwater yoga pavilion.
What they say
Two Michelin Keys
Michelin
Forbes Five-Star
Forbes Travel Guide
2026
UK Readers' Choice Awards – The Indian Ocean
Condé Nast Traveler
2025
Also in Wallpaper*.
Its location, of course, is blindingly beautiful in itself, impossible white sand beaches and seas and skies in tones of blue that haven’t been named yet.
Tucked away
A place apart: the property is the destination.
On a private island in North Malé Atoll, ringed by twelve white-sand beaches.
The rooms
Thatched villas feature vaulted bamboo ceilings, expansive timber decks, and massive terrazzo tubs carved for two, set overwater or in beach clearings.
The spa
Thatched overwater pavilions hover over the shallow lagoon for Asian-inspired bodywork and sound resonance therapies.
The gym
Floor-to-ceiling glass windows look straight out across the ocean from the cardio machines and polished hardwood floor.
Reethi Restaurant
Timber decks extend over the lagoon, where open show kitchens prepare Asian, Indian, and Mediterranean dishes.
The attractive interiors provide surprisingly understated Asian luxury… you will get a sense of quiet sophistication and elegance.
At the table
Dining ranges from Japanese teppanyaki over the lagoon at Tapasake to organic dinners inside Botanica's glass orchid house.
How it began
In 2005, architect Jean-Michel Gathy engineered the island with twelve distinct bays and nearly four miles of coastline to maximize private shoreline.
“An instant favorite among honeymooners and celebrity couples, One&Only’s luxury resort scatters 122 thatch-roofed villas … along the 12 beaches of this 109-acre island in the North Malé Atoll.”
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The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.