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LUX* South Ari Atoll Resort

Ari Atoll

Stunning Lagoon

Sandbank

Whale Sharks

4.9 (2 reviews)

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USD 2446

This price is an estimate based on the off-season rate (April to October) for our standard room.
This package usually includes two nights in a beach villa and two nights in a water villa.
Children under 15 might stay for free. Please ask for details.
Prices change depending on the room/villa type and your travel dates.

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LUX* South Ari Atoll: Where Luxury Meets Nature in the Maldives

LUX South Ari Atoll Resort*, which opened in 2008 and was refurbished in 2016, is part of the LUX* Hotels Group. Located in the South Ari Atoll, near a whale shark habitat, the resort is accessible by a 25-minute seaplane ride or a 20-minute domestic flight followed by a 10-minute speedboat journey from Malé.

This luxurious destination spans an entire island, surrounded by a vast lagoon, vibrant coral reefs, and stretches of white sandy beaches.Unique features include two extraordinary tail sand beaches at the island's eastern end. As one of the largest islands in the Maldives, the facilities on LUX South Ari Atoll are very comprehensive. Due to the size of the island (1 km long and 200 meters wide), it takes about 40 minutes to walk from one end to the other. The island is lush and vibrant like a giant park, with scenic views at every turn.

The resort boasts 187 private villas either nestled along two miles of soft sandy beach or perched over the clear lagoon. Each villa, spacious and comfortable, showcases a design that captures the essence of a coastal beach villa. Whether situated on land or over water, each villa offers unique, picturesque views of either sunrise or sunset. LUX* South Ari Atoll offers an extensive range of dining options, with 8 restaurants and 4 bars Guests can indulge in a wide variety of culinary experiences, from authentic Maldivian dishes to international cuisine, including Italian, Thai, and Mediterranean, ensuring that every palate is catered to.

The resort also features a wealth of recreational activities. Guests can enjoy water sports such as snorkeling, diving in some of the world's best sites for whale shark sightings, windsurfing, and fishing. For relaxation, the LUX Me Spa* offers a range of wellness treatments designed to rejuvenate the body and soul. For those traveling with children, LUX* South Ari Atoll is family-friendly, featuring a kids' club with a range of fun and engaging activities tailored for young guest

Pros of LUX* South Ari Atoll:

1The resort is blessed with stunning natural features including a beautiful lagoon, 4 kilometers of beaches, and two unique tail sand beaches at the eastern end of the island. It's near a whale shark habitat, making it easy to see whale sharks right outside the resort.
2The island is large and boasts comprehensive facilities, offering a rich variety of dining options and a plethora of entertainment activities.
3It's a great spot for photography with sea swings, hammocks, and floating breakfasts, which started here..

Cons of LUX* South Ari Atoll:

1The basic "Beach Pavilion" villas are semi-detached, so they might offer less privacy. Guests can upgrade to a standalone beach villa for more privacy and space.

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LUX* South Ari Atoll Resort Info & Facilities

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Island Information:

Island Location: Ari Atoll
Transportation: Seaplane or Domestic Flight
Island Size: Large
Distance from Male: 104 km
Natural Wonders: Whale Sharks
Airport Counter: A12

Hotel Information:

Hotel Rating: 5 Star
Hotel Brand: LUX* Resorts & Hotels
Meal Plan: All-Inclusive Food & Beverages, Full Board (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Renovation Date: 2016
Guest Policy: All Ages

Hotel Amenities:

Number of Rooms: 187
Beach Villas: 99
Water Villas: 88
Number of Restaurants: 8
Number of Bars: 4
Signature Facilities: None
Signature Activities: Whale Shark Sightings

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Children’s Playground:
Spa and Wellness :
Others: Weddings

Choose Your Stay at LUX* South Ari Atoll Resort

Below are all the room types available at LUX* South Ari Atoll Resort. Please select your favorite room, read the detailed information, and compare. If you find your ideal choice, let us know your preferences, and we will provide you with a quote and assist you in making the reservation!

Beach Pavilion

The Beach Pavilion of 60㎡ has direct beach and ocean access. It has individual, private terraces facing the beach.

Number of Rooms: 48

Room Size: 60 ㎡

Private Pool: None

Sleeps: 2 Adults + 1 Child

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Beach Villa

This room type is a single villa with sun loungers on the beach in front of the house, but without a private swimming pool. The villa has a private beach and beautiful sea views, and you can go to the beach and sea in ju...

Number of Rooms: 45

Room Size: 95 ㎡

Private Pool: None

Sleeps: 2 Adults + 2 Children

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Beach Pool Villa

This is a villa with a private swimming pool located in the backyard. The villa is well-equipped with internal facilities, including open-air sun loungers, and has a large private beach just a few steps away from the vil...

Number of Rooms: 12

Room Size: 116 ㎡

Private Pool:

Sleeps: 2 Adults + 1 Child

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Family Lagoon Pavilion

This type of room is closer to the sea, with only 6 buildings. Each building has two separate bedrooms and bathrooms, and the bedrooms have independent entrances, so they can completely not affect each other. It is very ...

Number of Rooms: 6

Room Size: 130 ㎡

Private Pool: None

Sleeps: 4 Adults + 2 Children

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Water Villa

The luxurious water villa is suspended above the water, offering breathtaking views of the Indian Ocean and direct access to the lagoon. The bedroom is extremely spacious, with a king-size double bed, sofa bed, and a spacious bathroom with a sea view tub and a separate shower. There are also sun loungers and sunbeds on the sun deck.

Number of Rooms: 38

Room Size: 98 ㎡

Private Pool: None

Sleeps: 4 Adults + 2 Children

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Romantic Pool Water Villa

It is a room type specifically designed for couples, with good privacy and a private swimming pool. There is also an egg-shaped hammock, which is very romantic and suitable for honeymoon travel for a young couple. Each villa is equipped with a stylish bedroom and a super large bed, as well as independent double shower rooms and open-air showers and other romantic facilities.

Number of Rooms: 46

Room Size: 98 ㎡

Private Pool: Yes

Sleeps: 2 Adults + 1 Child

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Temptation Pool Water Villa

This is also a customized luxury room for lovers, with an area of 220㎡, including a hammock, a more spacious space, and a 14-meter private swimming pool. There is also a marble massage bathtub on the outdoor deck. In terms of interior decoration, there is a glass shower room, a circular large bed, and a light veil covering the bed, which makes the bedroom look new and full of a strong modern style.

Number of Rooms: 3

Room Size: 220 ㎡

Private Pool: Yes

Sleeps: 2 Adults

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Lux* Villa

The largest villa on the island is located in the best position of the water house, with a panoramic view of the sunset at the end of the dock. This super luxury villa has glass flooring in the living room and dining are...

Number of Rooms: 1

Room Size: 360 ㎡

Private Pool: Yes

Sleeps: 2 Adults + 1 Child

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Restaurants & Bars

Discover a world of exquisite flavors at LUX* South Ari Atoll Resort. Explore its diverse selection of restaurants and bars, each offering a unique ambiance and culinary experience, featuring a tasty variety of regional and international cuisines. Indulge in a wide variety of regional and international cuisines that will tantalize your taste buds. If you have any dietary requirements, simply let us know, and we will be happy to accommodate them.

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East Market Restaurant

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MIXE Restaurant

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Umami Restaurant

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Allegria Restaurant

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Senses Bar And Lounge

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East Bar

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The Lagoon Bar

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Cafe Lux

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Beach Rouge

Experiences at LUX* South Ari Atoll Resort

Whether you crave pure relaxation or an unforgettable adventure, LUX* South Ari Atoll Resort caters to every desire. Unwind and rejuvenate with stunning sea views, pampering spa treatments, and blissful massages. For the thrill-seeker, embark on exciting excursions, including snorkeling, diving, and a variety of watersports.

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Important Travel Tips for Visiting Maldives

How do you choose the perfect resort in Maldives?

Cost & Budget: Depending on the price, there are different levels of quality, with the Maldives offering a range from relatively affordable accommodations to ultra-luxurious options. The most basic are a 4-star resorts, and then the categories rise to 5-star, 6-star, and 7-star levels.

Travel Purpose: Consider the purpose of your trip and who you are traveling with—friends, family, or as a couple. Understanding your travel purpose and needs will help you select the most suitable accommodation for your Maldives experience.

Location and Access: Consider how you want to travel to the resort. The resorts close to the Male International Airport have speedboat transfers, which are generally faster and cheaper. Those who are in other atolls need a transfer by seaplane or domestic flights, which are more expensive, but also allow you to enjoy impressive views from the air.

Type of Accommodation: Decide if you prefer an over-water villa or a beachfront villa. Each type offers a different experience and views. Over-water villas provide direct access to the sea and are quite private, while beachfront villas offer easy beach access and often come with private pools.

Dining Options: The Maldives resorts typically operate on one of four meal plans: BB (bed & breakfast), half board (breakfast and dinner included), full board (breakfast lunch, and dinner included), or a all-inclusive (all meals and beverages included). Consider your dining preferences and whether you'd like to explore different cuisine options within the resort.

Nature Condition and Service Ratings: Review the ratings on our Maldives page to gain insights into the quality of various aspects including snorkeling, sea views, beaches, privacy, family-friendliness, and sandbanks. Ratings range from 1 star to 5 stars, helping you understand the level of experience each resort offers in these areas.

Amenities and Services: Look for what amenities are important to you. Some resorts offer luxurious spa services, a private pools , water sports facilities, diving centers, and fitness centers. If traveling with children, check if the resort has family-friendly services like kids'clubs and family activities. View more Maldives Travel Tips >>

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Eva L

Great experience amazing people

Amazing location, it's as outstanding photos show A great variety of menu options, varied. Restaurants and buffet, and strongly recommend tha all inclusive options in the food and beverage options are very good extremely friendly!!!

Zahir MIXE Restaurants. What else can you say about him? I red his name in so many reviews before we visit, and when I met him I can say that he truly deserve it.
He made our breakfast in mixe to be just perfect. Truly the reason why we eat there almost every day!!!

Zahir is always kind. Helpful and above all. He will make sure that nothing will be missed for you while you are the restaurant. On our last breakfast. He made use a dream table setting that we would never ever forget,,!!!! Vijey veli bar such a great person!!!!!! We diffently come back sooo

Date of Experience: Jul 12, 2024

Tour Customized by: Nancy

Trip type: Couples

corimaman

Bodmin, United Kingdom

Unrivalled 1st class service

LUX certainly know what they’re doing when it comes to providing their guests with unrivalled 1st class service. The service together with the idilic location and delicious variety of food makes this a holiday in paradise. We booked to stay at LUX Maldives after a fantastic experience staying at LUX Belle Mare in Mauritius. The LUX team are fantastic and make you feel so welcome. We will have fond memories of them all particularly Mofisal who made us laugh everyday, Rushan for telling us all about Whale Sharks and the Big Fish Network and the East Wind Water Sport team for looking after us so well on the snorkelling trips. We are truly very grateful.