Bandos Maldives

NORTH MALÉ ATOLL · MALDIVES

Resort4-Star

Bandos Maldives

Direct contract ratesBest-rate guarantee24/7 local support
FamilyHoneymoonDiving
  • TransferSpeedboat
  • Accommodation220 villas & rooms
  • Villa stylesOverwater & beach villas
  • Dining4 restaurants & 3 bars
  • House reefExcellent
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The resort

About Bandos Maldives

Bandos Maldives is located in the North Malé Atoll, a speedboat transfer away from Velana International Airport. The resort offers all-inclusive packages that include all meals, selected alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, and selected non-motorized water sports. Accommodations include spacious villas with direct beach access. Distinctive features are the diverse and well-regarded dining options and the range of activities, from snorkeling in vibrant coral reefs to spa treatments with ocean views. This resort provides a comprehensive, activity-focused holiday with the convenience of an all-inclusive plan and easy airport access.

Why we love it

Why we love this resort

Bandos Maldives is located in the North Malé Atoll, a speedboat transfer away from Velana International Airport. The resort offers all-inclusive packages that include all meals, selected alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, and selected non-motorized water…

  • Established 1972 — one of the Maldives' original resorts
  • Indian Ocean's Leading Dive Resort — World Travel Awards 2024
  • Dive Bandos — Maldives' longest-established dive centre — 40+ dive sites
  • Green Globe Certified sustainability resort
  • Just 10 minutes by speedboat from Velana International Airport

Best for

FamiliesHoneymoonersDivers & surfersWellness seekers

The accommodation

Choose your perfect stay

From beachfront hideaways to overwater villas above the lagoon — each one curated and personally checked by our Maldives team.

Couples

Standard Beachfront Room

Spacious rooms with traditional Maldivian ambience and rustic fixtures, nestled near the beach. Offers ample opportunities for sun-soaked relaxation or invigorating dips. Queen-size bed, wardrobe, mini bar, writing desk, cable TV, high-speed WiFi, sitting area, in-room safe, emergency light, veranda.

Up to 2 guestsBeachfrontDirect beach accessQueen Size
Couples

Garden Villa

Traditional Maldivian-style architecture within beautifully manicured gardens, conveniently located near swimming pool and clubhouse. Decorated wooden chalets with extensive secluded outdoor decking. Queen-size four-poster bed, wardrobe, mini bar, writing desk, cable TV, high-speed WiFi, sitting area, in-room safe, emergency light, veranda.

Up to 2 guestsTropical gardenQueen Size (Four-Poster)
Couples

Deluxe Beachfront Room

Comfortable and inviting room with spacious living and bedroom. Inter-connecting rooms available — ideal for families with children. Queen-size bed, wardrobe, mini bar, writing desk, cable TV, high-speed WiFi, living area, in-room safe, emergency light, veranda, bathtub.

Up to 2 guestsBeachfrontDirect beach accessQueen Size
Couples

Superior Villa

Modern aesthetic with whitewashed interiors, contemporary fittings and chic outdoor showers. Located on the western side of the island for perfect sunset views over the horizon. Queen-size bed, wardrobe, mini bar, writing desk, smart cable TV, high-speed WiFi, sofa bed, in-room safe, emergency light, veranda/balcony, bathtub, open area rain shower, shaving mirror.

Up to 2 guestsIsland & oceanQueen Size
Couples

Beach Villa

Ultimate Maldivian ambience fringed by pearly white sands leading to crystalline blue waters just a few steps away. Queen-size bed, wardrobe, mini bar, writing desk, smart cable TV, high-speed WiFi, sofa bed, in-room safe, emergency light, veranda, bathtub, open area rain shower, shaving mirror.

Up to 2 guestsBeachfrontDirect beach accessQueen Size
Couples

Premium Beach Villa

Fashioned as a duplex for maximum comfort and coziness. Features an open-air whirlpool bathtub surrounded by lavish greenery. King-size bed, wardrobe, duplex layout, mini bar, writing desk, smart cable TV, high-speed WiFi, sofa bed, in-room safe, emergency light, veranda, balcony, double vanity, bathrobes, open-air rain shower, shaving mirror, open-air jetted tub.

Up to 2 guestsBeachfrontDirect beach accessKing Size
CouplesPrivacy seekers

Beach Pool Villa

Luxurious modern villa with private infinity swimming pool and cabana-style sun deck. State of the art king size bed, rustic wooden furnishings and serene romantic atmosphere. Spacious jetted tub in en-suite bathroom. King-size bed, wardrobe, bathrobes, writing desk, mini bar, high-speed WiFi, sitting area, smart cable TV, sundeck, private pool, in-room safe, emergency light, open air rain shower, whirlpool bathtub.

Up to 2 guestsBeachfrontPrivate poolDirect beach accessKing Size
Overwater + pool
HoneymoonersCouplesLuxury seekers

Sunset Water Villa with Pool

Perfect escape for honeymooners and couples with privacy, seclusion and uninterrupted ocean views. Private infinity pool and direct access to beautiful turquoise lagoon. King-size bed, wardrobe, writing desk, double vanity, Nespresso machine, mini bar, high-speed WiFi, sitting area, smart cable TV, sundeck, private pool, in-room safe, emergency light, open-air rain shower, slippers, bathrobes, bathtub, hammock, stairs into the lagoon.

Up to 2 guestsLagoon & oceanPrivate poolOverwaterKing Size

Compare

Compare the villas

A side-by-side look at every room category — view, pool, size and who each one suits best.

VillaViewPoolSizeAccessBest forRates
Standard Beachfront RoomBeachfrontBeachfrontCouplesOn request
Garden VillaTropical gardenIslandCouplesOn request
Deluxe Beachfront RoomBeachfrontBeachfrontCouplesOn request
Superior VillaIsland & oceanIslandCouplesOn request
Beach VillaBeachfrontBeachfrontCouplesOn request
Premium Beach VillaBeachfrontBeachfrontCouplesOn request
Beach Pool VillaBeachfrontPrivate poolBeachfrontCouplesOn request
Sunset Water Villa with PoolLagoon & oceanPrivate poolOverwaterHoneymoonersOn request

Net B2B rates available on agent login.

Sustainability

Certifications

Independently certified — verified against the issuing body.

Plan your stay

Getting here & good to know

Getting here

Speedboat10
Satellite view of Bandos Maldives in Maldives
Satellite view
Bandos Maldives · North Malé Atoll

Good to know

House reef
Excellent
Board
Breakfast, Half Board, Full Board, All Inclusive
Children
Children welcome. Kokko Kids Club available. Junior Spa treatments available for young guests.
Languages
English, Dhivehi

Concierge

Ask our Maldives expert

Our team has stayed at and personally vetted the Maldives' finest islands — we know Bandos Maldivesroom by room, transfer by transfer. Tell us your dates and travellers, and we'll shape the right villa, board and seaplane timing around them, with net B2B rates on agent login.

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