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Adults

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Dhidhoofinolhu Island, Maldives

LUX* South Ari Atoll

Beach Hotel

Trip Advisor Rating 4.9
Extraordinary 4.9
From AU$445 Per Person Per Night

LUX* South Ari Atoll, a five-star resort on the expansive Dhidhoofinolhu Island in South Ari Atoll, offers an adults-focused haven with a 4-kilometer pristine beach and vibrant lagoon, perfect for diving and relaxation.

The 193 open-concept villas and suites feature chic beach-house style, air conditioning, flat-screen TVs, coffee machines, minibars, and private bathrooms with premium toiletries. Private terraces or decks with chaise lounges offer direct beach or lagoon access, blending tropical elegance with modern comfort for a serene retreat.

Dining captivates across eight restaurants and five bars. Mixe offers beachfront buffets with live cooking, Senses serves salads and grills poolside, Allegria delivers Italian cuisine, and East Market crafts Southeast Asian flavours. Umami specializes in Japanese dishes, Beach Rouge offers Mediterranean fare with DJ sets, and ICI tempts with ice cream. Veli Pool Bar, East Bar, and Café LUX* serve cocktails and artisanal coffee. The LUX* Me Spa provides massages, child-friendly treatments, plunge pools, sauna, and hammam, with yoga and meditation at the Yoga Grove. Guests can dive 50 nearby sites with the PADI centre, snorkel the house reef, or enjoy water sports like kite surfing and wakeboarding. Curated excursions include whale shark spotting and catamaran safaris.

A 30-minute seaplane ride from Malé International Airport, LUX* South Ari Atoll offers seamless access to South Ari Atoll's marine wonders, crafting a memorable tropical escape.

Available Board

All Inclusive · Full Board · Half Board · Breakfast

Rooms & Suites

General Facilities

Activities

  • Bicycle Rental
  • Bingo
  • Live Sport Events (broadcast)
  • Live Music/Performance
  • Cooking Class
  • Happy Hour
  • Themed Dinner Nights
  • Movie Nights
  • Temporary Art Galleries
  • Beach
  • Badminton Equipment
  • Tennis Equipment
  • Evening Entertainment
  • Kids' Club
  • Water Sport Facilities On Site
  • Entertainment Staff
  • Snorkelling
  • Diving
  • Cycling
  • Canoeing
  • Darts
  • Windsurfing
  • Table Tennis
  • Billiards
  • Children's Playground
  • Games Room
  • Fishing
  • Tennis Court

Wellness

  • Outdoor Swimming Pool
  • Fitness Classes
  • Yoga Classes
  • Fitness
  • Spa/Wellness Packages
  • Foot Bath
  • Spa Lounge/Relaxation Area
  • Steam Room
  • Spa Facilities
  • Body Scrub
  • Body Treatments
  • Hair Styling
  • Hair Colouring
  • Hair Cut
  • Pedicure
  • Manicure
  • Hair Treatments
  • Make Up Services
  • Waxing Services
  • Facial Treatments
  • Beauty Services
  • Sun Umbrellas
  • Sun Loungers Or Beach Chairs
  • Massage
  • Spa And Wellness Centre
  • Fitness Centre
  • Sauna

General

  • Invoice Provided
  • Lockers
  • Private Check-in/Check-out
  • Concierge Service
  • Tour Desk
  • Express Check-in/Check-out
  • 24-hour Front Desk
  • Trouser Press
  • Ironing Service
  • Laundry
  • Fax/Photocopying
  • Business Centre

Reviews

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5 rating
January 2026

Stunning resort! A beautiful island with lots to do and enjoy. We booked a beach pool villa and could not be happier. The villa is gorgeous and our housekeeper (Ahusan) was fabulous!! He kept our...

5 rating
January 2026

We went to Lux* for our honeymoon and what a treat that was! The hotel and island are absolutely stunning and very well maintained. The staff! The nicest people I have ever encountered in a hotel...

5 rating
January 2026

A decade ago, we stayed at LUX Le Morne, Mauritius*, a hotel so exceptional that it set the benchmark for every holiday that followed. We loved it so much that when it came time to celebrate our...

5 rating
January 2026

Great vibe, super friendly staff, and amazing food — a perfect place to chill, enjoy, and switch off. Dear Pong! Thanks and best wishes to one of the best cooks at East Market! Greetings also to...

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