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LUX* South Ari Atoll
Beach Hotel
Our Rating
9.8
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
Transfers
All of our Maldives stays include complimentary Seaplane or Speedboat airport transfers
Rooms & Suites
Beach Pavilion
- Free WiFi
- Air Conditioning
- Bathtub Or Shower
- Minibar
- Bathrobe
- Safe
- Telephone
- Fan
- DVD Player
- Wardrobe Or Closet
- Tea/Coffee Maker
- Slippers
- Hairdryer
Beds: One king bed
The Beach Pavilion of 197 ft² has direct beach and ocean access. It has individual, private terraces facing the beach.
It features AC and fans, fully-stocked mini-bar, coffee machine, Earth (still) & Dance (sparkling) water and all the technology (Wifi, television, phone...)
Beach Villa
- Free WiFi
- Air Conditioning
- Bathtub Or Shower
- Minibar
- Bathrobe
- Safe
- Telephone
- Fan
- DVD Player
- Wardrobe Or Closet
- Tea/Coffee Maker
- Slippers
- Hairdryer
Beds: One king bed
The Beach Villa of 312 ft² has a direct access to a secluded beach with sunbeds. It features sea views from your terrace and has a tropical indoor-outdoor bathroom with a stand-alone tub.
It comes with furnishes terrace facing the beach, reading nook, AC and fans, fully-stocked mini-bar, coffee machine, Earth (still) & Dance (sparkling) water and all the technology (Wifi, television, phone...)
Overwater Infinity Pool Villa
- Free WiFi
- Air Conditioning
- Minibar
- Bathrobe
- Telephone
- Fan
- Safe
- Tea/Coffee Maker
- Slippers
- Hairdryer
Beds: One king bed
A favorite among couples. Cozy, light and chic, this villa of 361 ft² is located on the sunrise side of the island. The Romantic Water villa comes with a cozy sun terrace with an infinity plunge pool, sunbed and direct lagoon access and a drop-down projector so you can have your own cinema in bed.
The villa features AC and fans, fully-stocked mini-bar, coffee machine, Earth (still) & Dance (sparkling) water and all the technology (Wifi, television, phone...)
Water Villa
- Free WiFi
- Air Conditioning
- Bathtub Or Shower
- Minibar
- Bathrobe
- Safe
- Telephone
- Fan
- DVD Player
- Wardrobe Or Closet
- Tea/Coffee Maker
- Slippers
- Hairdryer
Beds: One king bed
The Water villa of 322 ft² comes with an outdoor deck with sunbeds and a staircase leading to the ocean. It is located on the sunset side of the island and has a Catamaran net over the lagoon to laze in, glass floor window.
The villa features AC and fans, fully-stocked mini-bar, coffee machine, Earth (still) & Dance (sparkling) water and all the technology (Wifi, television, phone...)
Temptation Pool Water Villa
- Free WiFi
- Air Conditioning
- Bathtub Or Shower
- Minibar
- Bathrobe
- Safe
- Telephone
- Fan
- DVD Player
- Wardrobe Or Closet
- Tea/Coffee Maker
- Slippers
- Hairdryer
Beds: One king bed
A favorite among couples. Cozy, light and chic, this villa of 722 ft² comes with an outdoor deck with a private infinity pool, direct lagoon access, separate living room area, a jacuzzi.
The villa features AC and fans, fully-stocked mini-bar, coffee machine, Earth (still) & Dance (sparkling) water and all the technology (Wifi, television, phone...)
Beach Pool Villa
- Free WiFi
- Air Conditioning
- Bathtub Or Shower
- Minibar
- Bathrobe
- Safe
- Telephone
- Fan
- DVD Player
- Wardrobe Or Closet
- Tea/Coffee Maker
- Slippers
- Hairdryer
Beds: One king bed
The Beach Pool Villa of 381 ft² is located on the sunset side of the island and comes with a private pool and outdoor shower on the backside of the villa. It has a tropical indoor-outdoor bathroom with a spacious standalone bathtub.
The villa features a furnished terrace facing the beach, Direct access to a secluded beach with sunbeds, AC and fans, fully-stocked mini-bar, coffee machine, Earth (still) & Dance (sparkling) water and all the technology (Wifi, television, phone...)
Lux* Villa
- Free WiFi
- Air Conditioning
- Bathtub Or Shower
- Minibar
- Bathrobe
- Safe
- Telephone
- Fan
- DVD Player
- Wardrobe Or Closet
- Tea/Coffee Maker
- Slippers
- Hairdryer
Beds: One king bed
The villa is located at the tip of the jetty and a front-row seat overlooking the sunsets from your own infinity pool. The Lux* Villa with 1181 ft² comes with a private infinity pool, sun terrace and deck, living room with a glass floor, dining room and bar, Staircase leading to the ocean, bathroom with a round bathtub.
The villa comes with a butler, private buggy service, bicycles and a selection of win. Air conditioing, fans, fully-stocked mini-bar, coffee machine, sparkling water, Wi-Fi, television and phone are provided
Family Beach Pavilion
- Free WiFi
- Air Conditioning
- Bathtub Or Shower
- Minibar
- Bathrobe
- Telephone
- Fan
- Tea/Coffee Maker
- Slippers
Beds: One twin bed
The 394 ft² two interconnected bungalows are a suitable fit for families with little travelers in tow or friends who like to go on double-dates. The separate entrances give a little more privacy. It comes with two furnished individual private terraces on the beach, two bathrooms with a shower and bathtub,
It features AC & fans, a fully-stocked mini-bar, coffee machine, Earth (still) & Dance (sparkling) water and all the technology (Wifi, television, phone...)
Beachfront Infinity Pool Villa
- Free WiFi
- Sea View
- Air Conditioning
- Pool View
- Minibar
- Bathrobe
- Safe
- Telephone
- Fan
- DVD Player
- Wardrobe Or Closet
- Tea/Coffee Maker
- Slippers
- Bathtub Or Shower
- Hairdryer
Beds: One king bed
The spacious quadruple room offers air conditioning, a mini-bar and sea views. The unit offers 1 bed.
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
Hotel Reviews
Location Sleep Quality Rooms Service
Value Cleanliness
Review Never return somewhere twice, unless it’s Lux South Ari Atoll 😍 From the moment you get off the sea plane you know that this is a top resort. The team greet you by name, but it’s so much...
This a very beautiful island but is larger than where we have stayed at before (previously stayed with Emerald). The island therefore took a little more navigating (part bike / part buggy service...
During our stay at LUX* Maldives, we were fortunate to experience truly exceptional service. Our housekeeper, Anfal, did an outstanding job. Every day our room was perfectly clean, beautifully...
Our return to LUX* South Ari Atoll exceeded all expectations. Staying in a Romantic Pool Water Villa was an absolute dream, providing the perfect sanctuary. While the resort itself is flawless – from...
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