--- title: "Maldives Overwater Villas With a Private Pool: 12 by Price" url: https://luxuryhotelcompare.com/travel-guides/maldives-overwater-villas-private-pool description: "Twelve Maldives overwater villas with a private pool ranked by nightly rate, from US$455 at Brennia Kottefaru to Velassaru. Transfers, meal plans, honest drawbacks." lang: en --- Home (https://luxuryhotelcompare.com/) Travel guides (https://luxuryhotelcompare.com/travel-guides) Maldives · Overwater villas · Private pools # Maldives Overwater Villas With a Private Pool: 12 Ranked by Price **A private pool on an overwater villa used to mean US$2,000 a night.** In 2026 it starts under US$500. These are the twelve I would book, cheapest first, with the lowest rates I found, the transfer you will pay for and the one thing each resort gets wrong. By **Jack Williamson**, the LHC house pen name How we work (https://luxuryhotelcompare.com/methodology)Published 7 November 2026 11 minute read Verified 7 November 2026 Part of The Maldives Collection: https://luxuryhotelcompare.com/destinations/maldives Image: Velassaru Maldives, Water Bungalow with Pool deck over the lagoon, South Male Atoll (https://luxuryhotelcompare.com/images/blog/maldives-private-pool-side-768w.webp) Velassaru Maldives, Water Bungalow with Pool Image: Aerial view of Brennia Kottefaru and its overwater pool villas, Raa Atoll, Maldives (https://luxuryhotelcompare.com/images/blog/maldives-private-pool-hero-1200w.webp) I may earn a commission when you book through rate links, at no extra cost to you. Official sites and internal review links are not sponsored. How rankings and funding work (https://luxuryhotelcompare.com/methodology#how-we-make-money). ## The quick answer The cheapest Maldives overwater villa with a private pool is the Ocean Pool Villa at Brennia Kottefaru (https://www.anrdoezrs.net/click-101801746-17288959?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.booking.com%2Fsearchresults.html%3Fss%3DBrennia%2BKottefaru%26checkin%3D2027-01-08%26checkout%3D2027-01-11%26group_adults%3D2%26no_rooms%3D1%26group_children%3D0) in Raa Atoll, from about US$455 a night. Sun Siyam Iru Fushi (https://www.anrdoezrs.net/click-101801746-17288959?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.booking.com%2Fsearchresults.html%3Fss%3DSun%2BSiyam%2BIru%2BFushi%26checkin%3D2027-01-08%26checkout%3D2027-01-11%26group_adults%3D2%26no_rooms%3D1%26group_children%3D0) (US$480), NOOE Maldives Kunaavashi (https://www.anrdoezrs.net/click-101801746-17288959?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.booking.com%2Fsearchresults.html%3Fss%3DNOOE%2BMaldives%2BKunaavashi%26checkin%3D2027-01-08%26checkout%3D2027-01-11%26group_adults%3D2%26no_rooms%3D1%26group_children%3D0) (US$496) and The Standard (https://www.anrdoezrs.net/click-101801746-17288959?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.booking.com%2Fsearchresults.html%3Fss%3DThe%2BStandard%252C%2BHuruvalhi%2BMaldives%26checkin%3D2027-01-08%26checkout%3D2027-01-11%26group_adults%3D2%26no_rooms%3D1%26group_children%3D0), Huruvalhi (US$499) all come in under US$500. Top picks at a glance Cheapest real pool **Brennia Kottefaru**Ocean Pool Villa **From US$455**Checked 7 November 2026 Check rates (https://www.anrdoezrs.net/click-101801746-17288959?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.booking.com%2Fsearchresults.html%3Fss%3DBrennia%2BKottefaru%26checkin%3D2027-01-08%26checkout%3D2027-01-11%26group_adults%3D2%26no_rooms%3D1%26group_children%3D0) Short boat transfer value **Sheraton Maldives Full Moon Resort and Spa**Overwater Villa with Pool **From US$580**Checked 7 November 2026 Check rates (https://www.anrdoezrs.net/click-101801746-17288959?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.booking.com%2Fsearchresults.html%3Fss%3DSheraton%2BMaldives%2BFull%2BMoon%2BResort%2Band%2BSpa%26checkin%3D2027-01-08%26checkout%3D2027-01-11%26group_adults%3D2%26no_rooms%3D1%26group_children%3D0) All inclusive option **Sun Siyam Iru Fushi**Room only US$480; all inclusive about US$780 **From US$480**Checked 7 November 2026 Check rates (https://www.anrdoezrs.net/click-101801746-17288959?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.booking.com%2Fsearchresults.html%3Fss%3DSun%2BSiyam%2BIru%2BFushi%26checkin%3D2027-01-08%26checkout%3D2027-01-11%26group_adults%3D2%26no_rooms%3D1%26group_children%3D0) Best for design **The Standard, Huruvalhi Maldives**Lagoon Overwater Pool Villa **From US$499**Checked 7 November 2026 Check rates (https://www.anrdoezrs.net/click-101801746-17288959?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.booking.com%2Fsearchresults.html%3Fss%3DThe%2BStandard%252C%2BHuruvalhi%2BMaldives%26checkin%3D2027-01-08%26checkout%3D2027-01-11%26group_adults%3D2%26no_rooms%3D1%26group_children%3D0) Under US$700 you also get Kandima (US$513), Kuredhivaru (US$539), Sheraton Full Moon (US$580), The Westin Miriandhoo (US$650) and OBLU Nature Helengeli (https://www.anrdoezrs.net/click-101801746-17288959?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.booking.com%2Fsearchresults.html%3Fss%3DOBLU%2BNature%2BHelengeli%26checkin%3D2027-01-08%26checkout%3D2027-01-11%26group_adults%3D2%26no_rooms%3D1%26group_children%3D0) (US$695). These are villa pools, not jacuzzi water villas. Add the transfer: a seaplane is US$450 to US$650 per person return, a speedboat US$100 to US$250. A US$455 villa in Raa Atoll costs more all in than a US$580 villa twenty minutes by boat from Malé. ## Twelve villas at a glance Rates checked 7 November 2026. Transfer costs are per adult return. | Villa | From (US$/night) | Transfer | Transfer cost (pp return) | Meal plan | Reef | Rates | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | Brennia Kottefaru Ocean Pool Villa | 455 | 45 minute seaplane | US$550 | Room only | House reef | Check rates: https://www.anrdoezrs.net/click-101801746-17288959?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.booking.com%2Fsearchresults.html%3Fss%3DBrennia%2BKottefaru%26checkin%3D2027-01-08%26checkout%3D2027-01-11%26group_adults%3D2%26no_rooms%3D1%26group_children%3D0 | | Sun Siyam Iru Fushi Water Villa with Pool | 480 | 45 minute seaplane | US$600 | Room only; all inclusive about US$780 | Confirm villa access | Check rates: https://www.anrdoezrs.net/click-101801746-17288959?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.booking.com%2Fsearchresults.html%3Fss%3DSun%2BSiyam%2BIru%2BFushi%26checkin%3D2027-01-08%26checkout%3D2027-01-11%26group_adults%3D2%26no_rooms%3D1%26group_children%3D0 | | NOOE Maldives Kunaavashi Duplex Overwater Villa with Private Pool | 496 | 75 minute speedboat | US$200 | Confirm half board | Channel diving | Check rates: https://www.anrdoezrs.net/click-101801746-17288959?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.booking.com%2Fsearchresults.html%3Fss%3DNOOE%2BMaldives%2BKunaavashi%26checkin%3D2027-01-08%26checkout%3D2027-01-11%26group_adults%3D2%26no_rooms%3D1%26group_children%3D0 | | The Standard, Huruvalhi Maldives Lagoon Overwater Pool Villa | 499 | 40 minute seaplane | US$560 | Room only | Lagoon | Check rates: https://www.anrdoezrs.net/click-101801746-17288959?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.booking.com%2Fsearchresults.html%3Fss%3DThe%2BStandard%252C%2BHuruvalhi%2BMaldives%26checkin%3D2027-01-08%26checkout%3D2027-01-11%26group_adults%3D2%26no_rooms%3D1%26group_children%3D0 | | Kandima Maldives Aqua Villa with Swirl Pool | 513 | 30 minute domestic flight plus 20 minute speedboat | US$450 | Room only | Average snorkelling | Check rates: https://www.anrdoezrs.net/click-101801746-17288959?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.booking.com%2Fsearchresults.html%3Fss%3DKandima%2BMaldives%26checkin%3D2027-01-08%26checkout%3D2027-01-11%26group_adults%3D2%26no_rooms%3D1%26group_children%3D0 | | Kuredhivaru Resort and Spa Overwater Pool Villa Lagoon | 539 | 45 minute seaplane | US$600 | Room only | Shallow lagoon | Check rates: https://www.anrdoezrs.net/click-101801746-17288959?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.booking.com%2Fsearchresults.html%3Fss%3DKuredhivaru%2BResort%2Band%2BSpa%26checkin%3D2027-01-08%26checkout%3D2027-01-11%26group_adults%3D2%26no_rooms%3D1%26group_children%3D0 | | Sheraton Maldives Full Moon Resort and Spa Overwater Villa with Pool | 580 | 20 minute speedboat | US$170 | Room only | Modest house reef | Check rates: https://www.anrdoezrs.net/click-101801746-17288959?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.booking.com%2Fsearchresults.html%3Fss%3DSheraton%2BMaldives%2BFull%2BMoon%2BResort%2Band%2BSpa%26checkin%3D2027-01-08%26checkout%3D2027-01-11%26group_adults%3D2%26no_rooms%3D1%26group_children%3D0 | | The Westin Maldives Miriandhoo Resort Overwater Villa with Pool | 650 | 35 minute seaplane | US$540 | Room only | Baa Atoll excursions | Check rates: https://www.anrdoezrs.net/click-101801746-17288959?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.booking.com%2Fsearchresults.html%3Fss%3DThe%2BWestin%2BMaldives%2BMiriandhoo%2BResort%26checkin%3D2027-01-08%26checkout%3D2027-01-11%26group_adults%3D2%26no_rooms%3D1%26group_children%3D0 | | OBLU Nature Helengeli Sunrise Water Villa with Pool | 695 | 50 minute speedboat | US$190 | Island Plan all inclusive | House reef | Check rates: https://www.anrdoezrs.net/click-101801746-17288959?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.booking.com%2Fsearchresults.html%3Fss%3DOBLU%2BNature%2BHelengeli%26checkin%3D2027-01-08%26checkout%3D2027-01-11%26group_adults%3D2%26no_rooms%3D1%26group_children%3D0 | | Taj Exotica Resort and Spa Overwater Villa with Pool | 700 | 15 minute speedboat | US$150 | Room only | Sandy lagoon | Check rates: https://www.anrdoezrs.net/click-101801746-17288959?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.booking.com%2Fsearchresults.html%3Fss%3DTaj%2BExotica%2BResort%2Band%2BSpa%26checkin%3D2027-01-08%26checkout%3D2027-01-11%26group_adults%3D2%26no_rooms%3D1%26group_children%3D0 | | Hard Rock Hotel Maldives Platinum Overwater Private Pool Villa | 869 | 15 minute speedboat | US$130 | Room only | Dredged lagoon | Check rates: https://www.anrdoezrs.net/click-101801746-17288959?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.booking.com%2Fsearchresults.html%3Fss%3DHard%2BRock%2BHotel%2BMaldives%26checkin%3D2027-01-08%26checkout%3D2027-01-11%26group_adults%3D2%26no_rooms%3D1%26group_children%3D0 | | Velassaru Maldives Water Bungalow with Pool | 1,051 | 25 minute speedboat | US$180 | Room only | Confirm current reef access | Check rates: https://www.anrdoezrs.net/click-101801746-17288959?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.booking.com%2Fsearchresults.html%3Fss%3DVelassaru%2BMaldives%26checkin%3D2027-01-08%26checkout%3D2027-01-11%26group_adults%3D2%26no_rooms%3D1%26group_children%3D0 | ## What counts as a private pool I would not pay a swimming pool premium for a jacuzzi. A long private pool, a compact plunge pool and a whirlpool are different facilities, even when all three sit on an overwater deck. I excluded jacuzzi water villas such as Sun Siyam Olhuveli’s Prestige Jacuzzi Water Villa and Meeru’s spa bath villas. Kandima’s swirl pool is small, not a pool for swimming lengths. - Read the exact category description. - Ask for pool dimensions and a current photograph. - Confirm whether the quote includes meals, transfer and taxes. ## The twelve, cheapest first The twelve I would book, cheapest first, with their villa categories, transfers and honest drawbacks. 01. Raa Atoll ### Brennia Kottefaru Raa Atoll 4.5 on Tripadvisor - Image: Brennia Kottefaru, Ocean Pool Villa exterior over the lagoon, Raa Atoll (https://luxuryhotelcompare.com/images/hotels/maldives/brennia-kottefaru-1-1200w.webp) Brennia Kottefaru 1 of 5 Ocean Pool Villa Exterior - Image: Brennia Kottefaru, Ocean Pool Villa private pool and sun deck, Raa Atoll (https://luxuryhotelcompare.com/images/hotels/maldives/brennia-kottefaru-2-1200w.webp) Brennia Kottefaru 2 of 5 Ocean Pool Villa Private Pool And Deck - Image: Brennia Kottefaru, Ocean Pool Villa bedroom interior, Raa Atoll (https://luxuryhotelcompare.com/images/hotels/maldives/brennia-kottefaru-3-1200w.webp) Brennia Kottefaru 3 of 5 Ocean Pool Villa Bedroom - Image: Brennia Kottefaru, Lime Restaurant outdoor dining deck, Raa Atoll (https://luxuryhotelcompare.com/images/hotels/maldives/brennia-kottefaru-4-1200w.webp) Brennia Kottefaru 4 of 5 Lime Restaurant Beachfront Deck - Image: Brennia Kottefaru, aerial view of the island and lagoon, Raa Atoll (https://luxuryhotelcompare.com/images/hotels/maldives/brennia-kottefaru-5-1200w.webp) Brennia Kottefaru 5 of 5 Aerial View Of Kottefaru Island - Image: Brennia Kottefaru, Ocean Pool Villa exterior over the lagoon, Raa Atoll (https://luxuryhotelcompare.com/images/hotels/maldives/brennia-kottefaru-1-1200w.webp) - Image: Brennia Kottefaru, Ocean Pool Villa private pool and sun deck, Raa Atoll (https://luxuryhotelcompare.com/images/hotels/maldives/brennia-kottefaru-2-1200w.webp) - Image: Brennia Kottefaru, Ocean Pool Villa bedroom interior, Raa Atoll (https://luxuryhotelcompare.com/images/hotels/maldives/brennia-kottefaru-3-1200w.webp) - Image: Brennia Kottefaru, Lime Restaurant outdoor dining deck, Raa Atoll (https://luxuryhotelcompare.com/images/hotels/maldives/brennia-kottefaru-4-1200w.webp) - Image: Brennia Kottefaru, aerial view of the island and lagoon, Raa Atoll (https://luxuryhotelcompare.com/images/hotels/maldives/brennia-kottefaru-5-1200w.webp) Ocean Pool Villa Exterior Location Raa Atoll Guest score 4.5/5 The cheapest genuine private pool over water in the Maldives, on a house reef you can snorkel from the villa steps. Brennia is the opening price to compare if a private pool matters more than polished finishes. The Ocean Pool Villa is the category to request, not a generic water villa. I would ask for the sunset side and written confirmation of reef access from that villa. The room price is only half the decision. A seaplane allowance of about US$1,100 for two can undo the apparent saving on a short trip. I would check the buffet and villa spacing against recent photographs before paying. Transfer: 45 minute seaplane, about US$550 per person return. The verdict - Worth it for - lowest pool villa rate - house reef - quiet island - The honest drawback - Seaplane adds about US$1,100 for two - simpler room finishes - close jetty neighbours > “Sitting in the pool and watching the fish swim by was so relaxing.” > > Tripadvisor, suedanBournemouth, May 2025 From about US$455 a night (Ocean Pool Villa) Checked 7 November 2026 How this ranking was made: https://luxuryhotelcompare.com/methodology Official site: https://brennia.com/ 02. Noonu Atoll ### Sun Siyam Iru Fushi Noonu Atoll 4.8 on Tripadvisor - Image: Sun Siyam Iru Fushi, Water Villa with Pool exterior over the lagoon, Noonu Atoll (https://luxuryhotelcompare.com/images/hotels/maldives/sun-siyam-iru-fushi-1-1200w.webp) Sun Siyam Iru Fushi 1 of 5 Water Villa With Pool Exterior - Image: Sun Siyam Iru Fushi, Water Villa with Pool private infinity pool and deck, Noonu Atoll (https://luxuryhotelcompare.com/images/hotels/maldives/sun-siyam-iru-fushi-2-1200w.webp) Sun Siyam Iru Fushi 2 of 5 Water Villa With Pool Private Pool And Deck - Image: Sun Siyam Iru Fushi, Water Villa with Pool bedroom interior, Noonu Atoll (https://luxuryhotelcompare.com/images/hotels/maldives/sun-siyam-iru-fushi-3-1200w.webp) Sun Siyam Iru Fushi 3 of 5 Water Villa With Pool Bedroom - Image: Sun Siyam Iru Fushi, The Trio restaurant outdoor dining patio, Noonu Atoll (https://luxuryhotelcompare.com/images/hotels/maldives/sun-siyam-iru-fushi-4-1200w.webp) Sun Siyam Iru Fushi 4 of 5 The Trio Restaurant Patio At Dusk - Image: Sun Siyam Iru Fushi, aerial view of the island and overwater villas, Noonu Atoll (https://luxuryhotelcompare.com/images/hotels/maldives/sun-siyam-iru-fushi-5-1200w.webp) Sun Siyam Iru Fushi 5 of 5 Aerial View Of The Resort And Water Villas - Image: Sun Siyam Iru Fushi, Water Villa with Pool exterior over the lagoon, Noonu Atoll (https://luxuryhotelcompare.com/images/hotels/maldives/sun-siyam-iru-fushi-1-1200w.webp) - Image: Sun Siyam Iru Fushi, Water Villa with Pool private infinity pool and deck, Noonu Atoll (https://luxuryhotelcompare.com/images/hotels/maldives/sun-siyam-iru-fushi-2-1200w.webp) - Image: Sun Siyam Iru Fushi, Water Villa with Pool bedroom interior, Noonu Atoll (https://luxuryhotelcompare.com/images/hotels/maldives/sun-siyam-iru-fushi-3-1200w.webp) - Image: Sun Siyam Iru Fushi, The Trio restaurant outdoor dining patio, Noonu Atoll (https://luxuryhotelcompare.com/images/hotels/maldives/sun-siyam-iru-fushi-4-1200w.webp) - Image: Sun Siyam Iru Fushi, aerial view of the island and overwater villas, Noonu Atoll (https://luxuryhotelcompare.com/images/hotels/maldives/sun-siyam-iru-fushi-5-1200w.webp) Water Villa With Pool Exterior Location Noonu Atoll Guest score 4.8/5 All inclusive option. Water Villa with Pool. Iru Fushi is the island I would shortlist for a family wanting restaurant choice and an all inclusive option. The Water Villa with Pool starting figure is room only, so it is not an all inclusive holiday for US$480. The all inclusive rate starts from about US$780 a night. I would confirm the current restaurant exclusions and opening hours rather than assume every premium venue is included. A large resort also means more activity and less silence in peak weeks. Transfer: 45 minute seaplane, about US$600 per person return. The verdict - Worth it for - all inclusive option - large villas - family facilities - The honest drawback - busy in peak season - seaplane only - compact pool > “The best thing about this resort is the staff and I would definitely visit again.” > > Tripadvisor, Jcsb36, 27 April 2026 From about US$480 a night (Water Villa with Pool; room only, all inclusive from about US$780) Checked 7 November 2026 How this ranking was made: https://luxuryhotelcompare.com/methodology Official site: https://www.sunsiyam.com/sun-siyam-iru-fushi/ 03. Vaavu Atoll ### NOOE Maldives Kunaavashi Vaavu Atoll 4.8 on Tripadvisor - Image: NOOE Maldives Kunaavashi, overwater villas with private pools seen from above, Vaavu Atoll (https://luxuryhotelcompare.com/images/hotels/maldives/nooe-maldives-kunaavashi-1-1200w.webp) NOOE Maldives Kunaavashi 1 of 5 Overwater Villas With Private Pools From Above - Image: NOOE Maldives Kunaavashi, overwater villa private infinity pool and sun deck, Vaavu Atoll (https://luxuryhotelcompare.com/images/hotels/maldives/nooe-maldives-kunaavashi-2-1200w.webp) NOOE Maldives Kunaavashi 2 of 5 Overwater Villa Infinity Pool And Deck - Image: NOOE Maldives Kunaavashi, villa bedroom interior, Vaavu Atoll (https://luxuryhotelcompare.com/images/hotels/maldives/nooe-maldives-kunaavashi-3-1200w.webp) NOOE Maldives Kunaavashi 3 of 5 Villa Bedroom - Image: NOOE Maldives Kunaavashi, IRU all day dining restaurant interior, Vaavu Atoll (https://luxuryhotelcompare.com/images/hotels/maldives/nooe-maldives-kunaavashi-4-1200w.webp) NOOE Maldives Kunaavashi 4 of 5 IRU Restaurant Interior With Lagoon View - Image: NOOE Maldives Kunaavashi, aerial view of the island, lagoon and overwater villas, Vaavu Atoll (https://luxuryhotelcompare.com/images/hotels/maldives/nooe-maldives-kunaavashi-5-1200w.webp) NOOE Maldives Kunaavashi 5 of 5 Aerial View Of Kunaavashi Island And Lagoon - Image: NOOE Maldives Kunaavashi, overwater villas with private pools seen from above, Vaavu Atoll (https://luxuryhotelcompare.com/images/hotels/maldives/nooe-maldives-kunaavashi-1-1200w.webp) - Image: NOOE Maldives Kunaavashi, overwater villa private infinity pool and sun deck, Vaavu Atoll (https://luxuryhotelcompare.com/images/hotels/maldives/nooe-maldives-kunaavashi-2-1200w.webp) - Image: NOOE Maldives Kunaavashi, villa bedroom interior, Vaavu Atoll (https://luxuryhotelcompare.com/images/hotels/maldives/nooe-maldives-kunaavashi-3-1200w.webp) - Image: NOOE Maldives Kunaavashi, IRU all day dining restaurant interior, Vaavu Atoll (https://luxuryhotelcompare.com/images/hotels/maldives/nooe-maldives-kunaavashi-4-1200w.webp) - Image: NOOE Maldives Kunaavashi, aerial view of the island, lagoon and overwater villas, Vaavu Atoll (https://luxuryhotelcompare.com/images/hotels/maldives/nooe-maldives-kunaavashi-5-1200w.webp) Overwater Villas With Private Pools From Above Location Vaavu Atoll Guest score 4.8/5 Duplex pool category. Duplex Overwater Villa with Private Pool. NOOE opened in 2023 and offers beach bungalows as well as overwater villas. It is not an entirely overwater resort and it does have a beach. The Duplex Overwater Villa with Private Pool is the named category behind this comparison. I would consider it for Vaavu diving and a boat arrival rather than a seaplane. The 75 minute crossing is a substantial one, particularly in rough weather. Ask about the current dining plan and sheltered villa orientation. Transfer: 75 minute speedboat, about US$200 per person return. The verdict - Worth it for - duplex pool category - boat arrival - Vaavu diving - The honest drawback - long crossing in rough seas - confirm restaurant choice > “The hotel is stunning, and we had so much fun exploring and enjoying everything it has to offer.” > > Tripadvisor, ALHWSINI, December 2024 From about US$496 a night (Duplex Overwater Villa with Private Pool) Checked 7 November 2026 Check rates (https://www.anrdoezrs.net/click-101801746-17288959?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.booking.com%2Fsearchresults.html%3Fss%3DNOOE%2BMaldives%2BKunaavashi%26checkin%3D2027-01-08%26checkout%3D2027-01-11%26group_adults%3D2%26no_rooms%3D1%26group_children%3D0) How this ranking was made: https://luxuryhotelcompare.com/methodology Official site: https://nooe.com/nooe-maldives-kunaavashi/ 04. Raa Atoll ### The Standard, Huruvalhi Maldives Raa Atoll 4.9 on Tripadvisor - Image: The Standard Huruvalhi Maldives, lagoon overwater pool villa exterior over the lagoon, Raa Atoll (https://luxuryhotelcompare.com/images/hotels/maldives/the-standard-huruvalhi-1-1200w.webp) The Standard, Huruvalhi Maldives 1 of 5 Lagoon Overwater Pool Villa Exterior - Image: The Standard Huruvalhi Maldives, overwater pool villa private pool and sun deck, Raa Atoll (https://luxuryhotelcompare.com/images/hotels/maldives/the-standard-huruvalhi-2-1200w.webp) The Standard, Huruvalhi Maldives 2 of 5 Overwater Pool Villa Deck And Private Pool - Image: The Standard Huruvalhi Maldives, overwater villa bathroom interior with glass floor panel, Raa Atoll (https://luxuryhotelcompare.com/images/hotels/maldives/the-standard-huruvalhi-3-1200w.webp) The Standard, Huruvalhi Maldives 3 of 5 Overwater Villa Bathroom Interior - Image: The Standard Huruvalhi Maldives, Onda restaurant dining room with ocean view, Raa Atoll (https://luxuryhotelcompare.com/images/hotels/maldives/the-standard-huruvalhi-4-1200w.webp) The Standard, Huruvalhi Maldives 4 of 5 Onda Restaurant Sunset Corner - Image: The Standard Huruvalhi Maldives, aerial view of the island, lagoon and overwater villas, Raa Atoll (https://luxuryhotelcompare.com/images/hotels/maldives/the-standard-huruvalhi-5-1200w.webp) The Standard, Huruvalhi Maldives 5 of 5 Aerial View Of Huruvalhi Island And Overwater Villas - Image: The Standard Huruvalhi Maldives, lagoon overwater pool villa exterior over the lagoon, Raa Atoll (https://luxuryhotelcompare.com/images/hotels/maldives/the-standard-huruvalhi-1-1200w.webp) - Image: The Standard Huruvalhi Maldives, overwater pool villa private pool and sun deck, Raa Atoll (https://luxuryhotelcompare.com/images/hotels/maldives/the-standard-huruvalhi-2-1200w.webp) - Image: The Standard Huruvalhi Maldives, overwater villa bathroom interior with glass floor panel, Raa Atoll (https://luxuryhotelcompare.com/images/hotels/maldives/the-standard-huruvalhi-3-1200w.webp) - Image: The Standard Huruvalhi Maldives, Onda restaurant dining room with ocean view, Raa Atoll (https://luxuryhotelcompare.com/images/hotels/maldives/the-standard-huruvalhi-4-1200w.webp) - Image: The Standard Huruvalhi Maldives, aerial view of the island, lagoon and overwater villas, Raa Atoll (https://luxuryhotelcompare.com/images/hotels/maldives/the-standard-huruvalhi-5-1200w.webp) Lagoon Overwater Pool Villa Exterior Location Raa Atoll Guest score 4.9/5 Design. Lagoon Overwater Pool Villa. The Standard is the design led option I would compare first at this price. Its Lagoon Overwater Pool Villa combines a private deck pool with a more playful mood than the traditional honeymoon island. That atmosphere will not suit everyone. Music and a social bar scene can be an advantage or a drawback depending on your plans. I would ask where the quietest villas sit before choosing the lagoon category. Transfer: 40 minute seaplane, about US$560 per person return. The verdict - Worth it for - design - restaurant choice - social atmosphere - The honest drawback - music may carry at night - seaplane transfer - lagoon category is not a sunset guarantee > “The villas are top notch, I highly recommend the oceanside villa for some added privacy as the view from that side is unobstructed.” > > Tripadvisor, Mishal M, 11 March 2025 From about US$499 a night (Lagoon Overwater Pool Villa) Checked 7 November 2026 How this ranking was made: https://luxuryhotelcompare.com/methodology Official site: https://www.standardhotels.com/maldives 05. Dhaalu Atoll ### Kandima Maldives Dhaalu Atoll 4.7 on Tripadvisor - Image: Kandima Maldives, aqua villas on the overwater jetty seen from above, Dhaalu Atoll (https://luxuryhotelcompare.com/images/hotels/maldives/kandima-maldives-1-1200w.webp) Kandima Maldives 1 of 5 Aqua Villas Over The Lagoon From Above - Image: Kandima Maldives, Aqua Villa with Swirl Pool deck, Dhaalu Atoll (https://luxuryhotelcompare.com/images/hotels/maldives/kandima-maldives-2-1200w.webp) Kandima Maldives 2 of 5 Aqua Villa Swirl Pool and Deck - Image: Kandima Maldives, Aqua Villa bedroom, Dhaalu Atoll (https://luxuryhotelcompare.com/images/hotels/maldives/kandima-maldives-3-1200w.webp) Kandima Maldives 3 of 5 Aqua Villa Bedroom - Image: Kandima Maldives, destination dining table set on the beach, Dhaalu Atoll (https://luxuryhotelcompare.com/images/hotels/maldives/kandima-maldives-4-1200w.webp) Kandima Maldives 4 of 5 Destination Dining On The Beach - Image: Kandima Maldives, aerial view of the island, reef and lagoon, Dhaalu Atoll (https://luxuryhotelcompare.com/images/hotels/maldives/kandima-maldives-5-1200w.webp) Kandima Maldives 5 of 5 Aerial View Of Kandima Island - Image: Kandima Maldives, aqua villas on the overwater jetty seen from above, Dhaalu Atoll (https://luxuryhotelcompare.com/images/hotels/maldives/kandima-maldives-1-1200w.webp) - Image: Kandima Maldives, Aqua Villa with Swirl Pool deck, Dhaalu Atoll (https://luxuryhotelcompare.com/images/hotels/maldives/kandima-maldives-2-1200w.webp) - Image: Kandima Maldives, Aqua Villa bedroom, Dhaalu Atoll (https://luxuryhotelcompare.com/images/hotels/maldives/kandima-maldives-3-1200w.webp) - Image: Kandima Maldives, destination dining table set on the beach, Dhaalu Atoll (https://luxuryhotelcompare.com/images/hotels/maldives/kandima-maldives-4-1200w.webp) - Image: Kandima Maldives, aerial view of the island, reef and lagoon, Dhaalu Atoll (https://luxuryhotelcompare.com/images/hotels/maldives/kandima-maldives-5-1200w.webp) Aqua Villas Over The Lagoon From Above Location Dhaalu Atoll Guest score 4.7/5 Activity choice. Aqua Villa with Swirl Pool. Kandima is a large activity focused island with restaurants, an art studio and a busy resort programme. From about US$513 a night buys the Aqua Villa with Swirl Pool, not the separate Ocean Pool Villa. I would choose Kandima for its restaurants and activities rather than long swims on the villa deck. Transfer: 30 minute domestic flight plus 20 minute speedboat, about US$450 per person return. The verdict - Worth it for - activity choice - large island - domestic transfer option - The honest drawback - small villa pool - large holiday village atmosphere - average snorkelling > “The food was top quality with lots of variety.” > > Tripadvisor, twoplustwo2018, 7 July 2024, sky family suite guest From about US$513 a night (Aqua Villa with Swirl Pool) Checked 7 November 2026 Check rates (https://www.anrdoezrs.net/click-101801746-17288959?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.booking.com%2Fsearchresults.html%3Fss%3DKandima%2BMaldives%26checkin%3D2027-01-08%26checkout%3D2027-01-11%26group_adults%3D2%26no_rooms%3D1%26group_children%3D0) How this ranking was made: https://luxuryhotelcompare.com/methodology Official site: https://kandima.com/ 06. Noonu Atoll ### Kuredhivaru Resort and Spa Noonu Atoll 4.9 on Tripadvisor - Image: Kuredhivaru Resort and Spa, overwater pool villas on the lagoon seen from above, Noonu Atoll (https://luxuryhotelcompare.com/images/hotels/maldives/kuredhivaru-resort-1-1200w.webp) Kuredhivaru Resort and Spa 1 of 5 Overwater Pool Villas Over The Lagoon - Image: Kuredhivaru Resort and Spa, overwater pool villas with private pools and decks seen from the air, Noonu Atoll (https://luxuryhotelcompare.com/images/hotels/maldives/kuredhivaru-resort-2-1200w.webp) Kuredhivaru Resort and Spa 2 of 5 Overwater Pool Villas With Private Pools From Above - Image: Kuredhivaru Resort and Spa, overwater pool villa bedroom looking out to the lagoon, Noonu Atoll (https://luxuryhotelcompare.com/images/hotels/maldives/kuredhivaru-resort-3-1200w.webp) Kuredhivaru Resort and Spa 3 of 5 Overwater Pool Villa Bedroom With Lagoon View - Image: Kuredhivaru Resort and Spa, ONU Marché beachfront restaurant pavilion, Noonu Atoll (https://luxuryhotelcompare.com/images/hotels/maldives/kuredhivaru-resort-4-1200w.webp) Kuredhivaru Resort and Spa 4 of 5 ONU Marché Beachfront Restaurant - Image: Kuredhivaru Resort and Spa, aerial view of the island, lagoon and overwater villa jetty, Noonu Atoll (https://luxuryhotelcompare.com/images/hotels/maldives/kuredhivaru-resort-5-1200w.webp) Kuredhivaru Resort and Spa 5 of 5 Aerial View Of The Island And Overwater Villas - Image: Kuredhivaru Resort and Spa, overwater pool villas on the lagoon seen from above, Noonu Atoll (https://luxuryhotelcompare.com/images/hotels/maldives/kuredhivaru-resort-1-1200w.webp) - Image: Kuredhivaru Resort and Spa, overwater pool villas with private pools and decks seen from the air, Noonu Atoll (https://luxuryhotelcompare.com/images/hotels/maldives/kuredhivaru-resort-2-1200w.webp) - Image: Kuredhivaru Resort and Spa, overwater pool villa bedroom looking out to the lagoon, Noonu Atoll (https://luxuryhotelcompare.com/images/hotels/maldives/kuredhivaru-resort-3-1200w.webp) - Image: Kuredhivaru Resort and Spa, ONU Marché beachfront restaurant pavilion, Noonu Atoll (https://luxuryhotelcompare.com/images/hotels/maldives/kuredhivaru-resort-4-1200w.webp) - Image: Kuredhivaru Resort and Spa, aerial view of the island, lagoon and overwater villa jetty, Noonu Atoll (https://luxuryhotelcompare.com/images/hotels/maldives/kuredhivaru-resort-5-1200w.webp) Overwater Pool Villas Over The Lagoon Location Noonu Atoll Guest score 4.9/5 Pool villa categories. Overwater Pool Villa Lagoon. Kuredhivaru opened under the Mövenpick name in 2018, which explains the older name in its Booking listing. The Overwater Pool Villa Lagoon is the category to compare rather than a beach villa rate. I would prioritise the deck and outlook here. A quiet resort and a shallow lagoon are welcome for some travellers but less useful for anyone expecting nightlife or unrestricted swimming at low tide. Confirm the current brand and transfer quote on the official site. The verdict - Worth it for - pool villa categories - wide decks - spa - The honest drawback - seaplane transfer - limited nightlife - shallow lagoon at low tide > “The pictures really do not do justice to the beauty of the water and the reef.” > > Tripadvisor, Winchwench, 17 May 2024 From about US$539 a night (Overwater Pool Villa Lagoon) Checked 7 November 2026 Check rates (https://www.anrdoezrs.net/click-101801746-17288959?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.booking.com%2Fsearchresults.html%3Fss%3DKuredhivaru%2BResort%2Band%2BSpa%26checkin%3D2027-01-08%26checkout%3D2027-01-11%26group_adults%3D2%26no_rooms%3D1%26group_children%3D0) How this ranking was made: https://luxuryhotelcompare.com/methodology Official site: https://kuredhivaru.com/ 07. North Malé Atoll ### Sheraton Maldives Full Moon Resort and Spa North Malé Atoll 4.5 on Tripadvisor - Image: Sheraton Maldives Full Moon Resort and Spa, overwater pool villas and water suite exterior on the lagoon, North Malé Atoll (https://luxuryhotelcompare.com/images/hotels/maldives/sheraton-maldives-full-moon-1-1200w.webp) Sheraton Maldives Full Moon Resort and Spa 1 of 5 Overwater Pool Villas And Water Suite Exterior - Image: Sheraton Maldives Full Moon Resort and Spa, overwater villa private pool and sun deck, North Malé Atoll (https://luxuryhotelcompare.com/images/hotels/maldives/sheraton-maldives-full-moon-2-1200w.webp) Sheraton Maldives Full Moon Resort and Spa 2 of 5 Overwater Villa Private Pool And Sun Deck - Image: Sheraton Maldives Full Moon Resort and Spa, water bungalow king bedroom opening to the deck, North Malé Atoll (https://luxuryhotelcompare.com/images/hotels/maldives/sheraton-maldives-full-moon-3-1200w.webp) Sheraton Maldives Full Moon Resort and Spa 3 of 5 Water Bungalow King Bedroom - Image: Sheraton Maldives Full Moon Resort and Spa, Sea Salt beachside restaurant at dusk, North Malé Atoll (https://luxuryhotelcompare.com/images/hotels/maldives/sheraton-maldives-full-moon-4-1200w.webp) Sheraton Maldives Full Moon Resort and Spa 4 of 5 Sea Salt Restaurant At Dusk - Image: Sheraton Maldives Full Moon Resort and Spa, aerial view of Furanafushi island and its overwater villas, North Malé Atoll (https://luxuryhotelcompare.com/images/hotels/maldives/sheraton-maldives-full-moon-5-1200w.webp) Sheraton Maldives Full Moon Resort and Spa 5 of 5 Aerial View Of Furanafushi Island - Image: Sheraton Maldives Full Moon Resort and Spa, overwater pool villas and water suite exterior on the lagoon, North Malé Atoll (https://luxuryhotelcompare.com/images/hotels/maldives/sheraton-maldives-full-moon-1-1200w.webp) - Image: Sheraton Maldives Full Moon Resort and Spa, overwater villa private pool and sun deck, North Malé Atoll (https://luxuryhotelcompare.com/images/hotels/maldives/sheraton-maldives-full-moon-2-1200w.webp) - Image: Sheraton Maldives Full Moon Resort and Spa, water bungalow king bedroom opening to the deck, North Malé Atoll (https://luxuryhotelcompare.com/images/hotels/maldives/sheraton-maldives-full-moon-3-1200w.webp) - Image: Sheraton Maldives Full Moon Resort and Spa, Sea Salt beachside restaurant at dusk, North Malé Atoll (https://luxuryhotelcompare.com/images/hotels/maldives/sheraton-maldives-full-moon-4-1200w.webp) - Image: Sheraton Maldives Full Moon Resort and Spa, aerial view of Furanafushi island and its overwater villas, North Malé Atoll (https://luxuryhotelcompare.com/images/hotels/maldives/sheraton-maldives-full-moon-5-1200w.webp) Overwater Pool Villas And Water Suite Exterior Location North Malé Atoll Guest score 4.5/5 Short airport crossing. Overwater Villa with Pool. Full Moon is where I would start for a short trip or a late arrival. The short boat crossing keeps more of the holiday on the island and less of it waiting for a daylight seaplane. The Overwater Villa with Pool is the named choice, but do not assume every overwater room has a pool. The trade is proximity to airport traffic and a busy lagoon. I would compare the final transfer inclusive quote rather than the room figure alone. Transfer: 20 minute speedboat, about US$170 per person return. The verdict - Worth it for - short airport crossing - lower transfer cost - Bonvoy option - The honest drawback - aircraft traffic - busy lagoon - modest reef > “This experience is not one to forget and Sheraton Maldives is definitely an island we would come back to again!” > > Tripadvisor, Sanduni A, March 2023 From about US$580 a night (Overwater Villa with Pool) Checked 7 November 2026 How this ranking was made: https://luxuryhotelcompare.com/methodology Official site: https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/mlesi-sheraton-maldives-full-moon-resort-and-spa/overview/ 08. Baa Atoll ### The Westin Maldives Miriandhoo Resort Baa Atoll 4.8 on Tripadvisor - Image: The Westin Maldives Miriandhoo Resort, overwater pool villas on the lagoon with the island behind, Baa Atoll (https://luxuryhotelcompare.com/images/hotels/maldives/westin-maldives-miriandhoo-1-1200w.webp) The Westin Maldives Miriandhoo Resort 1 of 5 Overwater Pool Villas On The Lagoon - Image: The Westin Maldives Miriandhoo Resort, overwater villa private pool and deck above the reef, Baa Atoll (https://luxuryhotelcompare.com/images/hotels/maldives/westin-maldives-miriandhoo-2-1200w.webp) The Westin Maldives Miriandhoo Resort 2 of 5 Overwater Villa With Pool Deck - Image: The Westin Maldives Miriandhoo Resort, overwater villa with pool living room with glass floor panel, Baa Atoll (https://luxuryhotelcompare.com/images/hotels/maldives/westin-maldives-miriandhoo-3-1200w.webp) The Westin Maldives Miriandhoo Resort 3 of 5 Overwater Villa With Pool Living Room - Image: The Westin Maldives Miriandhoo Resort, The Pearl overwater restaurant at dusk, Baa Atoll (https://luxuryhotelcompare.com/images/hotels/maldives/westin-maldives-miriandhoo-4-1200w.webp) The Westin Maldives Miriandhoo Resort 4 of 5 The Pearl Overwater Restaurant At Dusk - Image: The Westin Maldives Miriandhoo Resort, aerial view of Miriandhoo island and the ring of overwater villas, Baa Atoll (https://luxuryhotelcompare.com/images/hotels/maldives/westin-maldives-miriandhoo-5-1200w.webp) The Westin Maldives Miriandhoo Resort 5 of 5 Aerial View Of Miriandhoo Island - Image: The Westin Maldives Miriandhoo Resort, overwater pool villas on the lagoon with the island behind, Baa Atoll (https://luxuryhotelcompare.com/images/hotels/maldives/westin-maldives-miriandhoo-1-1200w.webp) - Image: The Westin Maldives Miriandhoo Resort, overwater villa private pool and deck above the reef, Baa Atoll (https://luxuryhotelcompare.com/images/hotels/maldives/westin-maldives-miriandhoo-2-1200w.webp) - Image: The Westin Maldives Miriandhoo Resort, overwater villa with pool living room with glass floor panel, Baa Atoll (https://luxuryhotelcompare.com/images/hotels/maldives/westin-maldives-miriandhoo-3-1200w.webp) - Image: The Westin Maldives Miriandhoo Resort, The Pearl overwater restaurant at dusk, Baa Atoll (https://luxuryhotelcompare.com/images/hotels/maldives/westin-maldives-miriandhoo-4-1200w.webp) - Image: The Westin Maldives Miriandhoo Resort, aerial view of Miriandhoo island and the ring of overwater villas, Baa Atoll (https://luxuryhotelcompare.com/images/hotels/maldives/westin-maldives-miriandhoo-5-1200w.webp) Overwater Pool Villas On The Lagoon Location Baa Atoll Guest score 4.8/5 Baa atoll. Overwater Villa with Pool. Miriandhoo is the Baa Atoll option I would compare for access to manta excursions without moving into the highest price tier. The named overwater pool category matters more than a general resort starting rate. A compact island and a narrow beach make the villa deck an important part of the stay. I would ask about Hanifaru excursion availability for the actual travel month rather than treat a seasonal wildlife encounter as guaranteed. Transfer: 35 minute seaplane, about US$540 per person return. The verdict - Worth it for - Baa Atoll - overwater pool category - wellness facilities - The honest drawback - seaplane transfer - narrow beach - compact island > “Good service, good food and amazing island” > > Tripadvisor, A Tripadvisor Member, April 2026 From about US$650 a night (Overwater Villa with Pool) Checked 7 November 2026 Check rates (https://www.anrdoezrs.net/click-101801746-17288959?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.booking.com%2Fsearchresults.html%3Fss%3DThe%2BWestin%2BMaldives%2BMiriandhoo%2BResort%26checkin%3D2027-01-08%26checkout%3D2027-01-11%26group_adults%3D2%26no_rooms%3D1%26group_children%3D0) How this ranking was made: https://luxuryhotelcompare.com/methodology Official site: https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/mlewi-the-westin-maldives-miriandhoo-resort/overview/ 09. North Malé Atoll ### OBLU Nature Helengeli North Malé Atoll 4.9 on Tripadvisor - Image: OBLU NATURE Helengeli, water villas with pool on the lagoon seen from above, North Malé Atoll (https://luxuryhotelcompare.com/images/hotels/maldives/oblu-nature-helengeli-1-1200w.webp) OBLU Nature Helengeli 1 of 5 Water Villas With Pool Over The Lagoon - Image: OBLU NATURE Helengeli, water villa with pool private deck and plunge pool, North Malé Atoll (https://luxuryhotelcompare.com/images/hotels/maldives/oblu-nature-helengeli-2-1200w.webp) OBLU Nature Helengeli 2 of 5 Water Villa With Pool Private Deck - Image: OBLU NATURE Helengeli, water villa with pool bedroom opening to the deck, North Malé Atoll (https://luxuryhotelcompare.com/images/hotels/maldives/oblu-nature-helengeli-3-1200w.webp) OBLU Nature Helengeli 3 of 5 Water Villa With Pool Bedroom - Image: OBLU NATURE Helengeli, Raga Route overwater restaurant exterior, North Malé Atoll (https://luxuryhotelcompare.com/images/hotels/maldives/oblu-nature-helengeli-4-1200w.webp) OBLU Nature Helengeli 4 of 5 Raga Route Overwater Restaurant - Image: OBLU NATURE Helengeli, aerial view of Helengeli island with its water villa jetties, North Malé Atoll (https://luxuryhotelcompare.com/images/hotels/maldives/oblu-nature-helengeli-5-1200w.webp) OBLU Nature Helengeli 5 of 5 Full Island Aerial View - Image: OBLU NATURE Helengeli, water villas with pool on the lagoon seen from above, North Malé Atoll (https://luxuryhotelcompare.com/images/hotels/maldives/oblu-nature-helengeli-1-1200w.webp) - Image: OBLU NATURE Helengeli, water villa with pool private deck and plunge pool, North Malé Atoll (https://luxuryhotelcompare.com/images/hotels/maldives/oblu-nature-helengeli-2-1200w.webp) - Image: OBLU NATURE Helengeli, water villa with pool bedroom opening to the deck, North Malé Atoll (https://luxuryhotelcompare.com/images/hotels/maldives/oblu-nature-helengeli-3-1200w.webp) - Image: OBLU NATURE Helengeli, Raga Route overwater restaurant exterior, North Malé Atoll (https://luxuryhotelcompare.com/images/hotels/maldives/oblu-nature-helengeli-4-1200w.webp) - Image: OBLU NATURE Helengeli, aerial view of Helengeli island with its water villa jetties, North Malé Atoll (https://luxuryhotelcompare.com/images/hotels/maldives/oblu-nature-helengeli-5-1200w.webp) Water Villas With Pool Over The Lagoon Location North Malé Atoll Guest score 4.9/5 House reef. Sunrise Water Villa with Pool. Helengeli is the reef focused island I would shortlist before choosing purely on pool size. The Sunrise Water Villa with Pool rate includes the Island Plan, so its meal basis is different from most room only figures here. The pool is described as compact and should not be confused with a long lap pool. I would confirm its dimensions, current drinks exclusions and transfer inclusion in writing. Reef conditions and safe entry points change with tide and weather. Transfer: 50 minute speedboat, about US$190 per person return. The verdict - Worth it for - house reef - Island Plan - boat arrival - The honest drawback - long boat crossing - compact pool - simple island style > “We stayed in a beach villa with pool on the sunset side of the island.” > > Tripadvisor, alexpearls, February 2025, beach villa guest From about US$695 a night (Sunrise Water Villa with Pool; Island Plan all inclusive) Checked 7 November 2026 Check rates (https://www.anrdoezrs.net/click-101801746-17288959?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.booking.com%2Fsearchresults.html%3Fss%3DOBLU%2BNature%2BHelengeli%26checkin%3D2027-01-08%26checkout%3D2027-01-11%26group_adults%3D2%26no_rooms%3D1%26group_children%3D0) How this ranking was made: https://luxuryhotelcompare.com/methodology Official site: https://www.coloursofoblu.com/oblu-nature-helengeli 10. South Malé Atoll ### Taj Exotica Resort and Spa South Malé Atoll 4.8 on Tripadvisor - Image: Taj Exotica Resort and Spa, overwater pool residence exterior, South Malé Atoll (https://luxuryhotelcompare.com/images/hotels/maldives/taj-exotica-maldives-1-1200w.webp) Taj Exotica Resort and Spa 1 of 5 Overwater pool residence exterior - Image: Taj Exotica Resort and Spa, private pool and deck of the overwater residence, South Malé Atoll (https://luxuryhotelcompare.com/images/hotels/maldives/taj-exotica-maldives-2-1200w.webp) Taj Exotica Resort and Spa 2 of 5 Private pool deck - Image: Taj Exotica Resort and Spa, villa bedroom with a lagoon view, South Malé Atoll (https://luxuryhotelcompare.com/images/hotels/maldives/taj-exotica-maldives-3-1200w.webp) Taj Exotica Resort and Spa 3 of 5 Villa bedroom - Image: Taj Exotica Resort and Spa, restaurant dining room overlooking the lagoon, South Malé Atoll (https://luxuryhotelcompare.com/images/hotels/maldives/taj-exotica-maldives-4-1200w.webp) Taj Exotica Resort and Spa 4 of 5 Lagoon restaurant - Image: Taj Exotica Resort and Spa, aerial view of the island and overwater villas, South Malé Atoll (https://luxuryhotelcompare.com/images/hotels/maldives/taj-exotica-maldives-5-1200w.webp) Taj Exotica Resort and Spa 5 of 5 Island aerial - Image: Taj Exotica Resort and Spa, overwater pool residence exterior, South Malé Atoll (https://luxuryhotelcompare.com/images/hotels/maldives/taj-exotica-maldives-1-1200w.webp) - Image: Taj Exotica Resort and Spa, private pool and deck of the overwater residence, South Malé Atoll (https://luxuryhotelcompare.com/images/hotels/maldives/taj-exotica-maldives-2-1200w.webp) - Image: Taj Exotica Resort and Spa, villa bedroom with a lagoon view, South Malé Atoll (https://luxuryhotelcompare.com/images/hotels/maldives/taj-exotica-maldives-3-1200w.webp) - Image: Taj Exotica Resort and Spa, restaurant dining room overlooking the lagoon, South Malé Atoll (https://luxuryhotelcompare.com/images/hotels/maldives/taj-exotica-maldives-4-1200w.webp) - Image: Taj Exotica Resort and Spa, aerial view of the island and overwater villas, South Malé Atoll (https://luxuryhotelcompare.com/images/hotels/maldives/taj-exotica-maldives-5-1200w.webp) Overwater pool residence exterior Location South Malé Atoll Guest score 4.8/5 Service. Overwater Villa with Pool. Taj Exotica is the short transfer option I would compare for service and a lagoon outlook rather than reef snorkelling. From about US$700 a night buys the named overwater pool category. The sandy lagoon is part of the appeal but also the drawback for snorkellers. Dining can add significantly to a room only rate. I would request a full meal and transfer quote before deciding that the higher room price is still within budget. Transfer: 15 minute speedboat, about US$150 per person return. The verdict - Worth it for - service - short transfer - lagoon outlook - The honest drawback - weak lagoon snorkelling - costly dining - aircraft visible > “The rooms were nice with breathtaking ocean views and well sized pools.” > > Tripadvisor, Voyager62519566051, September 2025 From about US$700 a night (Overwater Villa with Pool) Checked 7 November 2026 Check rates (https://www.anrdoezrs.net/click-101801746-17288959?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.booking.com%2Fsearchresults.html%3Fss%3DTaj%2BExotica%2BResort%2Band%2BSpa%26checkin%3D2027-01-08%26checkout%3D2027-01-11%26group_adults%3D2%26no_rooms%3D1%26group_children%3D0) How this ranking was made: https://luxuryhotelcompare.com/methodology Official site: https://www.tajhotels.com/en-in/hotels/taj-exotica-maldives 11. South Malé Atoll ### Hard Rock Hotel Maldives South Malé Atoll 4.9 on Tripadvisor - Image: Hard Rock Hotel Maldives, overwater villas on the lagoon seen from the air, South Malé Atoll (https://luxuryhotelcompare.com/images/hotels/maldives/hard-rock-hotel-maldives-1-1200w.webp) Hard Rock Hotel Maldives 1 of 5 Overwater Villas On The Lagoon - Image: Hard Rock Hotel Maldives, Platinum Overwater Pool Villa deck with plunge pool and loungers, South Malé Atoll (https://luxuryhotelcompare.com/images/hotels/maldives/hard-rock-hotel-maldives-2-1200w.webp) Hard Rock Hotel Maldives 2 of 5 Platinum Overwater Pool Villa Deck And Plunge Pool - Image: Hard Rock Hotel Maldives, Platinum Overwater Pool Villa king bedroom, South Malé Atoll (https://luxuryhotelcompare.com/images/hotels/maldives/hard-rock-hotel-maldives-3-1200w.webp) Hard Rock Hotel Maldives 3 of 5 Platinum Overwater Pool Villa Bedroom - Image: Hard Rock Hotel Maldives, Sessions beachfront restaurant at twilight, South Malé Atoll (https://luxuryhotelcompare.com/images/hotels/maldives/hard-rock-hotel-maldives-4-1200w.webp) Hard Rock Hotel Maldives 4 of 5 Sessions Restaurant From The Beach At Twilight - Image: Hard Rock Hotel Maldives, aerial view of the resort island, lagoon and overwater villa jetties, South Malé Atoll (https://luxuryhotelcompare.com/images/hotels/maldives/hard-rock-hotel-maldives-5-1200w.webp) Hard Rock Hotel Maldives 5 of 5 Aerial View Of The Resort And Lagoon - Image: Hard Rock Hotel Maldives, overwater villas on the lagoon seen from the air, South Malé Atoll (https://luxuryhotelcompare.com/images/hotels/maldives/hard-rock-hotel-maldives-1-1200w.webp) - Image: Hard Rock Hotel Maldives, Platinum Overwater Pool Villa deck with plunge pool and loungers, South Malé Atoll (https://luxuryhotelcompare.com/images/hotels/maldives/hard-rock-hotel-maldives-2-1200w.webp) - Image: Hard Rock Hotel Maldives, Platinum Overwater Pool Villa king bedroom, South Malé Atoll (https://luxuryhotelcompare.com/images/hotels/maldives/hard-rock-hotel-maldives-3-1200w.webp) - Image: Hard Rock Hotel Maldives, Sessions beachfront restaurant at twilight, South Malé Atoll (https://luxuryhotelcompare.com/images/hotels/maldives/hard-rock-hotel-maldives-4-1200w.webp) - Image: Hard Rock Hotel Maldives, aerial view of the resort island, lagoon and overwater villa jetties, South Malé Atoll (https://luxuryhotelcompare.com/images/hotels/maldives/hard-rock-hotel-maldives-5-1200w.webp) Overwater Villas On The Lagoon Location South Malé Atoll Guest score 4.9/5 Marina dining choice. Platinum Overwater Private Pool Villa. Hard Rock sits within Crossroads, with access to the marina restaurants and shops rather than an isolated island routine. I would consider it for a family that wants choice and a lively atmosphere. The Platinum Overwater Private Pool Villa is the category to compare. The built environment, dredged lagoon and potential marina noise are the honest tradeoffs. Anyone picturing a silent desert island should choose another address. Transfer: 15 minute speedboat, about US$130 per person return. The verdict - Worth it for - marina dining choice - short transfer - family facilities - The honest drawback - built marina environment - dredged lagoon - possible noise > “Ninja's service was excellent and very considerate.” > > Tripadvisor, YunTi L, October 2026 From about US$869 a night (Platinum Overwater Private Pool Villa) Checked 7 November 2026 Check rates (https://www.anrdoezrs.net/click-101801746-17288959?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.booking.com%2Fsearchresults.html%3Fss%3DHard%2BRock%2BHotel%2BMaldives%26checkin%3D2027-01-08%26checkout%3D2027-01-11%26group_adults%3D2%26no_rooms%3D1%26group_children%3D0) How this ranking was made: https://luxuryhotelcompare.com/methodology Official site: https://hotel.hardrock.com/maldives/ 12. South Malé Atoll ### Velassaru Maldives South Malé Atoll 4.8 on Tripadvisor - Image: Velassaru Maldives, water bungalows with pool seen from the lagoon, South Malé Atoll (https://luxuryhotelcompare.com/images/hotels/maldives/velassaru-maldives-1-1200w.webp) Velassaru Maldives 1 of 5 Water Bungalows With Pool From The Lagoon - Image: Velassaru Maldives, water bungalow with pool private pool and sun deck, South Malé Atoll (https://luxuryhotelcompare.com/images/hotels/maldives/velassaru-maldives-2-1200w.webp) Velassaru Maldives 2 of 5 Water Bungalow Private Pool And Deck - Image: Velassaru Maldives, water bungalow with pool bedroom and lounge, South Malé Atoll (https://luxuryhotelcompare.com/images/hotels/maldives/velassaru-maldives-3-1200w.webp) Velassaru Maldives 3 of 5 Water Bungalow With Pool Bedroom - Image: Velassaru Maldives, Sand restaurant and jetty at sunset, South Malé Atoll (https://luxuryhotelcompare.com/images/hotels/maldives/velassaru-maldives-4-1200w.webp) Velassaru Maldives 4 of 5 Sand Restaurant At Sunset - Image: Velassaru Maldives, aerial view of the water bungalows, beach and house reef, South Malé Atoll (https://luxuryhotelcompare.com/images/hotels/maldives/velassaru-maldives-5-1200w.webp) Velassaru Maldives 5 of 5 Aerial View Of The Water Bungalows And Reef - Image: Velassaru Maldives, water bungalows with pool seen from the lagoon, South Malé Atoll (https://luxuryhotelcompare.com/images/hotels/maldives/velassaru-maldives-1-1200w.webp) - Image: Velassaru Maldives, water bungalow with pool private pool and sun deck, South Malé Atoll (https://luxuryhotelcompare.com/images/hotels/maldives/velassaru-maldives-2-1200w.webp) - Image: Velassaru Maldives, water bungalow with pool bedroom and lounge, South Malé Atoll (https://luxuryhotelcompare.com/images/hotels/maldives/velassaru-maldives-3-1200w.webp) - Image: Velassaru Maldives, Sand restaurant and jetty at sunset, South Malé Atoll (https://luxuryhotelcompare.com/images/hotels/maldives/velassaru-maldives-4-1200w.webp) - Image: Velassaru Maldives, aerial view of the water bungalows, beach and house reef, South Malé Atoll (https://luxuryhotelcompare.com/images/hotels/maldives/velassaru-maldives-5-1200w.webp) Water Bungalows With Pool From The Lagoon Location South Malé Atoll Guest score 4.8/5 Restrained style. Water Bungalow with Pool. Velassaru is the quieter near Malé choice I would compare when a short transfer and a restrained atmosphere matter more than the cheapest rate. The Water Bungalow with Pool is the specific category in this list. At US$1,051 it closes the ranking rather than opening it. Recent guest evidence mentions beach erosion, so I would ask for current photographs and the position of the exact villa. Do not choose on an old aerial view alone. Transfer: 25 minute speedboat, about US$180 per person return. The verdict - Worth it for - restrained style - boat arrival - villa deck - The honest drawback - higher price - reported beach erosion - villa outlook varies > “The service is excellent, with genuinely kind, attentive, and professional staff.” > > Tripadvisor, Iva, February 2026 From about US$1,051 a night (Water Bungalow with Pool) Checked 7 November 2026 Check rates (https://www.anrdoezrs.net/click-101801746-17288959?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.booking.com%2Fsearchresults.html%3Fss%3DVelassaru%2BMaldives%26checkin%3D2027-01-08%26checkout%3D2027-01-11%26group_adults%3D2%26no_rooms%3D1%26group_children%3D0) How this ranking was made: https://luxuryhotelcompare.com/methodology Official site: https://www.velassaru.com/ ## The transfer changes the ranking Over five nights, Brennia at US$455 plus US$1,100 seaplane for two is about US$675 a night. Sheraton at US$580 plus US$340 boat for two is about US$648. These illustrative room and transfer totals exclude tax, green tax and meals. I would compare the complete trip, not the first room price. With 10% service, 17% TGST and US$24 green tax for two added to the room alone, those examples are about US$829.59 and US$838.46 respectively. The tax treatment of the transfer depends on the quote. - Ask whether the return transfer is already included. - Check daylight seaplane limits against the international arrival. - Price the same number of nights and the same meal plan. ## The famous ones, for scale Rates checked 7 November 2026 for the named villa categories. | Villa | From (US$/night) | | --- | --- | | Anantara Dhigu Sunset Over Water Pool Villa: https://www.anrdoezrs.net/click-101801746-17288959?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.booking.com%2Fsearchresults.html%3Fss%3DAnantara%2BDhigu%26checkin%3D2027-01-08%26checkout%3D2027-01-11%26group_adults%3D2%26no_rooms%3D1%26group_children%3D0 | 1,616 | | Vakkaru Overwater Villa with Pool: https://www.anrdoezrs.net/click-101801746-17288959?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.booking.com%2Fsearchresults.html%3Fss%3DVakkaru%2BMaldives%26checkin%3D2027-01-08%26checkout%3D2027-01-11%26group_adults%3D2%26no_rooms%3D1%26group_children%3D0 | 1,404 | | Conrad Rangali Sunset Water Villa with Pool: https://www.anrdoezrs.net/click-101801746-17288959?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.booking.com%2Fsearchresults.html%3Fss%3DConrad%2BMaldives%2BRangali%2BIsland%26checkin%3D2027-01-08%26checkout%3D2027-01-11%26group_adults%3D2%26no_rooms%3D1%26group_children%3D0 | 1,281 | | W Maldives Lagoon Oasis with Pool: https://www.anrdoezrs.net/click-101801746-17288959?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.booking.com%2Fsearchresults.html%3Fss%3DW%2BMaldives%26checkin%3D2027-01-08%26checkout%3D2027-01-11%26group_adults%3D2%26no_rooms%3D1%26group_children%3D0 | 1,100 | | Four Seasons Landaa Giraavaru Water Villa with Pool: https://www.anrdoezrs.net/click-101801746-17288959?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.booking.com%2Fsearchresults.html%3Fss%3DFour%2BSeasons%2BResort%2BMaldives%2Bat%2BLandaa%2BGiraavaru%26checkin%3D2027-01-08%26checkout%3D2027-01-11%26group_adults%3D2%26no_rooms%3D1%26group_children%3D0 | 2,434 | | St Regis Vommuli Overwater Villa with Pool: https://www.anrdoezrs.net/click-101801746-17288959?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.booking.com%2Fsearchresults.html%3Fss%3DThe%2BSt.%2BRegis%2BMaldives%2BVommuli%2BResort%26checkin%3D2027-01-08%26checkout%3D2027-01-11%26group_adults%3D2%26no_rooms%3D1%26group_children%3D0 | 2,500 | | Waldorf Astoria Ithaafushi King Reef Villa with Pool: https://www.anrdoezrs.net/click-101801746-17288959?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.booking.com%2Fsearchresults.html%3Fss%3DWaldorf%2BAstoria%2BMaldives%2BIthaafushi%26checkin%3D2027-01-08%26checkout%3D2027-01-11%26group_adults%3D2%26no_rooms%3D1%26group_children%3D0 | 2,850 | | Cheval Blanc Randheli Water Villa: https://luxuryhotelcompare.com/travel-guides/cheval-blanc-randheli-review | 2,916 | | Soneva Jani One Bedroom Overwater Pool Villa with Slide: https://luxuryhotelcompare.com/travel-guides/soneva-jani-review | 3,450 | ## How big the pools actually are I would compare the pool dimensions separately from the villa footprint. The older category guide did not establish pool measurements for these twelve resorts, so I have not carried its 19 to 44 square metre range into this ranking. Ask for the length, width and depth of the named villa pool before booking if swimming space matters. For the more expensive comparison above, Vakkaru publishes 24 square metres for its Overwater Deluxe Pool Villa, while Cheval Blanc Randheli publishes a 12.5 metre pool length. Those figures describe their own categories, not the twelve lower priced villas here. ## Are any of them heated I would not assume that a private overwater pool is heated. Warm Maldivian air is not a heating system, and the earlier category checks did not establish heating for these twelve villas. If temperature matters, ask the resort whether the named villa pool has active heating and what temperature it maintains. ## When to go Daytime high, celsius This monthly planning strip is illustrative rather than a forecast. February to April is the weather focused shortlist; May or November costs less but brings more rain. 30 30 31 31 31 30 30 30 30 30 30 30 Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Sea 28 28 29 30 29 28 28 28 28 28 28 28 Rain days 2 1 3 5 11 13 12 13 13 13 11 8 Crowds Peak Peak Busy Busy Steady Quiet Quiet Quiet Quiet Steady Steady Peak **My verdict.** I would compare February to April for weather and May or November for price, without assuming a guaranteed one third discount. ## Sources and verification Booking property pages established hotel identity. Tripadvisor scores are retrieved aggregate snapshots and guest quotations retain their publication dates. The Maldives Inland Revenue Authority confirms 17% TGST from July 2025 and US$12 resort green tax per eligible person per day from January 2025. Combined with 10% service, the room uplift is 28.7% before green tax. Check the tax changes (https://mira.gov.mv/ContentItems/View/the-president-ratifies-amendments-to-3-tax-acts). NOOE’s official accommodation pages confirm beach bungalows as well as water villas. Kandima’s Aqua Villa with Swirl Pool (https://kandima.com/en/studios-villas/aqua-villa-swirlpool) is distinct from its Ocean Pool Villa (https://kandima.com/en/studios-villas/ocean-pool-villa). - Brennia Kottefaru guest quotation (https://www.tripadvisor.com/ShowUserReviews-g25341452-d17529129-r1008079529-Brennia_Kottefaru-Kottefaru.html) · suedanBournemouth, May 2025. Booking property identity (https://www.booking.com/hotel/mv/brennia-kottefaru-kottefaru.html). Photographs: resort official site. Photo source (https://brennia.com/gallery/). - Sun Siyam Iru Fushi guest quotation (https://www.tripadvisor.in/ShowUserReviews-g4473389-d929150-r1057796252-Sun_Siyam_Iru_Fushi-Iru_fushi.html) · Jcsb36, 27 April 2026. Booking property identity (https://www.booking.com/hotel/mv/iru-fushi-beach-amp-spa-maldives.html). Photographs: resort official site. Photo source (https://www.sunsiyam.com/sun-siyam-iru-fushi/accommodation/water-villa-with-pool/). - NOOE Maldives Kunaavashi guest quotation (https://www.tripadvisor.com/ShowUserReviews-g298340-d21129946-r982720676-NOOE_Maldives_Kunaavashi-Vaavu_Atoll.html) · ALHWSINI, December 2024. Booking property identity (https://www.booking.com/hotel/mv/kunaavashi-resort-amp-spa.html). Photographs: resort official site. Photo source (https://nooe.com/stay/). - The Standard, Huruvalhi Maldives guest quotation (https://www.tripadvisor.co.uk/ShowUserReviews-g25341458-d15808576-r997572700-The_Standard_Maldives-Huruvalhi.html) · Mishal M, 11 March 2025. Booking property identity (https://www.booking.com/hotel/mv/carpe-diem-beach-resort-amp-spa.html). Photographs: resort official site. Photo source. - Kandima Maldives guest quotation (https://www.tripadvisor.com/ShowUserReviews-g13313626-d10717754-r958452964-Kandima_Maldives-Kandima.html) · twoplustwo2018, 7 July 2024, sky family suite guest. Booking property identity (https://www.booking.com/hotel/mv/kandima-maldives.html). Photographs: resort official site. Photo source. - Kuredhivaru Resort and Spa guest quotation (https://www.tripadvisor.com/ShowUserReviews-g25341174-d15058804-r951273490-Movenpick_Resort_Kuredhivaru_Maldives-Kuredhivaru_Island.html) · Winchwench, 17 May 2024. Booking property identity (https://www.booking.com/hotel/mv/movenpick-resort-kuredhivaru-maldives.html). Photographs: resort official site. Photo source (https://all.accor.com/hotel/B4P5/index.en.shtml). - Sheraton Maldives Full Moon Resort and Spa guest quotation (https://www.tripadvisor.com/ShowUserReviews-g6695203-d478381-r880777167-Sheraton_Maldives_Full_Moon_Resort_Spa-Furanafushi_Island.html) · Sanduni A, March 2023. Booking property identity (https://www.booking.com/hotel/mv/sheraton-maldives-full-moon-resort-amp-spa.html). Photographs: resort official site. Photo source. - The Westin Maldives Miriandhoo Resort guest quotation (https://www.tripadvisor.co.nz/ShowUserReviews-g15628318-d15113559-r1056051499-The_Westin_Maldives_Miriandhoo_Resort-Miriandhoo.html) · A Tripadvisor Member, April 2026. Booking property identity (https://www.booking.com/hotel/mv/the-westin-maldives-miriandhoo-resort.html). Photographs: resort official site. Photo source. - OBLU Nature Helengeli guest quotation (https://www.tripadvisor.com/ShowUserReviews-g6855209-d8774361-r995930747-Oblu_Nature_Helengeli_By_Sentido-Helengeli_Island.html) · alexpearls, February 2025, beach villa guest. Booking property identity (https://www.booking.com/hotel/mv/oblu-at-helengeli-by-atmosphere.html). Photographs: resort official site. Photo source (https://www.coloursofoblu.com/oblu-nature-helengeli/gallery). - Taj Exotica Resort and Spa guest quotation (https://www.tripadvisor.com.sg/ShowUserReviews-g1752120-d302458-r1030650773-Taj_Exotica_Resort_Spa_Maldives-Emboodhu_Finolhu.html) · Voyager62519566051, September 2025. Booking property identity (https://www.booking.com/hotel/mv/taj-exotica-resort-spa.html). Photographs: resort official site. Photo source (https://www.tajhotels.com/en-in/hotels/taj-exotica-maldives/rooms-and-suites). - Hard Rock Hotel Maldives guest quotation (https://www.tripadvisor.com/Hotel_Review-g23811804-d15556116-Reviews-Hard_Rock_Hotel_Maldives-Akasdhoo.html) · YunTi L, October 2026. Booking property identity (https://www.booking.com/hotel/mv/hard-rock-maldives.html). Photographs: resort official site. Photo source (https://hotel.hardrock.com/maldives/gallery.aspx). - Velassaru Maldives guest quotation (https://www.tripadvisor.com.sg/ShowUserReviews-g6854854-d1170364-r1049656528-Niva_Velassaru_Maldives-Velassaru_Island.html) · Iva, February 2026. Booking property identity (https://www.booking.com/hotel/mv/velassaru-maldives.html). Photographs: resort official site. Photo source (https://www.nivavelassaru.com/accommodation/water-bungalow-with-pool/). ## Your private pool questions What is the cheapest overwater villa with a private pool in the Maldives? Brennia Kottefaru's Ocean Pool Villa, from about US$455 a night before tax, is the cheapest overwater villa with a real private pool I found for 2026 and 2027 dates. Sun Siyam Iru Fushi, NOOE Kunaavashi and The Standard are all under US$500. Do all Maldives water villas have a pool? No. Most entry level water villas have a deck and steps into the lagoon but no pool. A private pool usually adds US$100 to US$300 a night at the same resort. Is a plunge pool the same as a private pool? Not in this guide. I count a pool you can swim a few strokes in. Plunge tubs and jacuzzis are listed as what they are. How much is the seaplane transfer? Between US$450 and US$650 per person return in 2026 at the resorts on this list. Speedboat transfers near Malé cost US$100 to US$250. Domestic flight plus boat sits between the two. Which cheap pool villa resort is closest to the airport? Taj Exotica (15 minutes), Hard Rock (15 minutes) and Sheraton Full Moon (20 minutes), all by speedboat. Which has the best snorkelling from the villa? OBLU Nature Helengeli, then Brennia Kottefaru and NOOE Kunaavashi. Sheraton Full Moon and Taj Exotica have lagoons rather than reefs. Are prices per person or per villa? Per villa for two adults, room only unless stated. If excluded, add 10% service charge, then 17% TGST on room plus service, and US$12 green tax per eligible person per day. That is 28.7% plus US$24 for two, not 21.5%. Do not add charges twice when the booking quote includes them. Can I get a pool water villa on an all inclusive plan under US$800? Yes: Sun Siyam Iru Fushi's 24 hour plan from about US$780 and OBLU Nature Helengeli's Island Plan from US$695 are the two I would book. ## Related guides Cheapest Maldives overwater villas Entry rates, transfers and the complete cost.: https://luxuryhotelcompare.com/travel-guides/cheapest-maldives-overwater-villas-2026 Best overwater villas in the Maldives The wider resort ranking.: https://luxuryhotelcompare.com/travel-guides/best-overwater-villas-maldives-2026 Maldives overwater villas with a slide The exact slide categories to compare.: https://luxuryhotelcompare.com/travel-guides/maldives-overwater-villas-with-slide-2026 Maldives all inclusive resorts Meal plans and what is excluded.: https://luxuryhotelcompare.com/travel-guides/maldives-all-inclusive-resorts Soneva Jani review Villa sizes, seasonal prices and drawbacks.: https://luxuryhotelcompare.com/travel-guides/soneva-jani-review Cheval Blanc Randheli review The higher priced villa comparison.: https://luxuryhotelcompare.com/travel-guides/cheval-blanc-randheli-review Sources: Rates are the lowest published nightly rates I found for the named villa for two adults in the first week of November 2026, before tax, service charge and transfers. 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