Lux* South Ari Atoll Resort & Villas - Dhidhoofinolhu

Request a towel animal left in your room for your little one to discover. It made our child's day and added a personal touch!

The design and the set up for the rooms. The whole idea of the resort is excellent.

amazing accessibility to landmarks and beach experiences

We appreciated how close we were to Dhiddhoofinolhu, just a few steps away, made our daily strolls so enjoyable, and we loved the convenience of exploring Didu, only almost 2 km from our room. As a family with children, the activities available kept everyone engaged and happy.

Diving centre

Dirty beaches which stink, price/quality poor, high prices for additional services.

The services are fantastic, including a good pool. The rooms are neat and airy and the bathrooms are large.

The ice cream by Masud was good.

high quality rooms with steps down to the water to explore, flowers and huge outside bath, plentiful breakfast. beautiful location in dhidhoofinolhu really close to a broad and shallow beach perfect for children, and the lagoon where the building work was happening. also, by pintu at the allegria restaurant.

This hotel was suitable place for exploring Dhidhoofinolhu, loved it and venue's very friendly staff who can be depended on for the best of service. The setting was stunning, really close to a broad and shallow beach perfect for children.

The lovely experience included a private photography session resulting in stunning memories, and our wonderful guide Kelly ensured all our activities were perfectly organized and enjoyable.

Beautiful location for Dhidhoofinolhu, really close to the activities that are on offer. Also, in Male capital of Maldives.

Not bad views.

The staff are friendly and helpful.

I was disappointed with the minimal water supply . We only received two bottles of water daily, insufficient, especially in the heat. I had to beg at multiple locations just to get more water for my child. It feels unacceptable for a five-star hotel to make guests struggle for something as basic as water.

Staying in a water villa, you get direct access to the crystal-clear lagoon right beneath your feet, a highlight of any Maldives experience. The all-inclusive dining options provide a wide variety of cuisine, with sunsets viewed perfectly from the Island Bar.

The water villas are a bit basic and not as upscale as I expected, with a plunge pool that feels more like a chilly pond during low tide. Accessing excursions can be a hassle. Waiting for buses that only come every 10-15 minutes can eat into your schedule, especially if you miss one and have to trek back. The absence of a house reef means snorkeling trips can be limited, and sometimes they cancel due to weather, which can be frustrating.

The slippery stairs to the water were a concern, and the all-inclusive options could be clearer regarding exclusions. Despite these issues, the service was warm and cute were good.

The water villa experience was fine with amazing views and direct ocean access. Enjoyed very nice fresh fish dishes and an abundant variety of other food options, all at really good quality. The staff provided attentive service, cute atmosphere. The costs for dining were quite high, made meal planning a bit challenging.

The daily snorkeling adventures were a highlight. The spa offered the best massages and the beach access was perfect for relaxation. Just a minor note, the stairs to the water villa were a bit slippery, so be careful, but it didn't take away from our overall experience 🌊