Lagoon waterslide sanctuary
Arrive by private catamaran to a secluded coral island where dedicated Hiyani butlers guide you along lush garden pathways.
“The setting is ravishing—all butter-soft beaches peppered with towering bayan and palms and just a 30-minute luxury catamaran ride away from the mainland.”
What it’s good at
Remarkable
Dedicated Hiyani butler service, private catamaran airport transfers, and overwater villas with lagoon-facing infinity plunge pools.
Remarkable
Private lagoon waterslides, semi-submarine reef excursions, synthetic ice skating, and five distinct island restaurants.
Notable
Overwater treatment suites offer custom Ayurvedic therapies, alongside an oceanfront yoga pavilion and lagoon gym.
What they say
One Michelin Key
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Also in Condé Nast Traveler.
The accommodations are spacious, tasteful, and finely finished. Many of the overwater units come with waterslides to deliver guests directly into the Indian Ocean;
Tucked away
A place apart: the property is the destination.
On a private South Malé Atoll island surrounded by turquoise lagoon waters, reached by catamaran.
The rooms
Overwater suites feature curved slides cascading directly into the ocean lagoon, while beachfront villas offer private lap pools and walled garden courtyards.
The pool
Bring a swimsuit.
The resort swimming pool sits right against the beach, lined with cushioned loungers beneath swaying palm trees.
The spa
Overwater treatment suites open to the turquoise lagoon for Ayurvedic therapies and botanical floral baths.
Gym and yoga pavilion
A gym pavilion sits on stilts over the lagoon, accompanied by an open-air deck for oceanfront yoga.
Restaurant
ORIGINƎ
Overwater tables look out across the lagoon, serving modern European seafood and selections from the wine cellar.
Bar
OZAR
This circular open-air lounge sits on stilts over the water, serving sunset cocktails beside the pool.
At the table
Open-air beachfront dining rooms with sandy floors serve regional Indian thalis, Levantine mezze, and pan-Asian dishes.
How it began
Formerly known as Jumeirah Vittaveli, this South Malé Atoll private island was renovated and relaunched in 2020 by the homegrown Ozen Collection.
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Silver
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Bronze
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Listed
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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.