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A resort for every kind of trip
We choose islands that suit different travellers: honeymoons and couples, families, divers and snorkellers, and anyone who wants a quiet hideaway. Each resort page shows who it is great for.
Our resorts
How we hand-pick our resorts
Every resort on Maldives Desk is one we have chosen on purpose. This page explains what we look for, so you know what “hand-picked” means here.
What we look for
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A spread of atolls and transfers
Our 51 hand-picked resorts sit in nine atolls, from islands a short speedboat ride from Malé to seaplane and domestic-flight journeys further away, so there is a choice that works with your flight times.
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Resorts we work with
We list resorts we work with, so we can prepare one clear quotation with your villa, meal plan, transfers and taxes together.
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Honest notes, not just highlights
Every resort page has a “Keep in mind” list next to “Great for”, so you can see the trade-offs before you enquire.
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Local knowledge
Our team lives in the Maldives. We know the atolls, the transfers and which villa catches the sunset.
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Photos from the resorts
The resort photos on this site come from the resorts themselves, and each one is captioned with the resort’s name.
Who writes our guides
Our guides are written and updated by the Maldives Desk team in Malé. Each guide shows the date it was last updated.
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