The resort
Le Méridien Maldives Resort & Spa is a 5-star private island resort in the Lhaviyani Atoll. The property features lagoon villas with direct ocean access and spacious bathrooms. Guests consistently note the excellent food across its multiple restaurants and the well-equipped dive center. The resort features a beautiful design, a peaceful atmosphere, and exceptional cleanliness. Staff are incredibly kind and friendly, contributing significantly to the guest experience. This resort is a modern retreat that emphasizes outstanding service and meticulous attention to detail.
The accommodation
From beachfront hideaways to overwater villas above the lagoon — each one curated and personally checked by our Maldives team.
Direct beach access
2 guests
Dotted across the expansive whitewashed beach nestled between swaying palm trees and lush greenery. Mid-century design with clean lines, muted tones and custom feature walls. Beachside terrace with shimmering Maldivian blues within reach. Indoor and outdoor bathroom, walk-in wardrobe, Malin + Goetz amenities, Illy Espresso machine, Illy espresso machine, mini-bar, LCD TV, free WiFi.
Direct beach access
2 guests
Premium beachfront villa with private pool nestled in a rear courtyard garden or positioned beachfront. Tranquil ambiance and natural beauty in complete privacy. Mid-century design, indoor and outdoor bathroom, walk-in wardrobe, Malin + Goetz, Illy Espresso machine, mini-bar, LCD TV, free WiFi.
Direct beach access
2 guests
Beach villa with private pool nestled in a lush tropical courtyard garden. Tropical retreat combining beachside access with garden privacy. Mid-century design, indoor and outdoor bathroom, walk-in wardrobe, Malin + Goetz, Illy Espresso machine, mini-bar, LCD TV, free WiFi.
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A side-by-side look at every room category — view, pool, size and who each one suits best.
Rates are on request. Net B2B rates available on agent login.
Savor local dishes alongside Asian favorites and modern European tastes at this Maldives beachside restaurant. Eclectic in design, this fresh, interactive restaurant complements meals with the ocean breezes and endless vistas of the Maldives.
Defined as “to eat” in Japanese, Tabemasu is a distinct dining experience where art, design and cuisine combine. Discover regional tastes that meld modern and traditional techniques with a haute-French mise en place at this Maldives restaurant.
Bringing Mediterranean-inspired dining to the shores of the Maldives, this beachside restaurant offers an oceanfront playground where infinite vistas are paired with vibrant flavours, refreshing drinks, and a relaxed yet sophisticated atmosphere.
Bask in the summer sun with light-bodied wines, hand-crafted cocktails and light dishes at our resort bar. Once the sun sets, Velaa Bar + Grill is the essence of oceanfront dining in the Maldives with grilled seafood, meats and wood-fired delicacies.
Waves Café at Le Méridien Maldives Resort & Spa is the coffee house for mindful eating and drinking. Ingredients are kept wholesome and the food and drinks are kept light and uncomplicated, and the café is open every day from 8:00 in the morning until 5:00 in the afternoon.
Inspired by the French saying, “Life is too short to drink bad wine” – La Vie is a refined yet relaxed adults-only bar in the Maldives. With ocean views and a private pool, it is the perfect venue to unwind and embrace the magic of golden hour.
The resort confirms room service is available. The retained July 2024 menu mirror covers breakfast, all-day dishes, children’s choices and beverages, but prices require reconfirmation.
An overwater spa combining Ayurvedic principles with modern practices. Treatment rooms have private outdoor bathrooms and clear floor panels looking into coral gardens below.
Opening hours
Sub Oceanic operates the resort dive centre at the arrival jetty. It offers daily training, house-reef access and morning two-tank boat diving; certified Nitrox divers receive EANx34 at no added charge according to the current operator page. Beginners are limited to two per instructor and guided certified groups to four per guide.
Sub Oceanic Maldives — 50+ SSI dive sites, Lhaviyani Atoll
Turtles, rays and abundant marine life directly accessible
Resident marine team programmes around reefs, turtles, rays and mangroves.
Eco-activity guided by Marine Hub team
Resort's nature trail — transforms at night
Go behind the scenes at 430 sqm hydroponic farm
Dinner featuring ingredients harvested from the Greenhouse
Creative art class at the Art Gallery
Exclusive adults-only pool with wine and cocktails
Candlelit dinner in bespoke private beach setting
Creative, folklore, art and marine-conservation programming for young guests.
Breakfast served in the guest’s private-pool villa; advance booking and villa eligibility require confirmation.
Guided diving on the house reef and Lhaviyani Atoll sites for certified divers.
Group or private tour led by local guides to learn about island life.
Private trolling trip targeting species such as wahoo, sailfish and tuna.
Guided vertical jigging trip with local fishing guidance.
Mermaid-tail photo sessions and courses in the lagoon.
Age-flexible marine education selected with the resident team.
Learn turtle identification, age and sex cues while contributing sightings to research.
Join the resort’s coral-restoration programme with a marine biologist.
Guided house-reef experience focused on rays and their ecology.
Private swimming instruction delivered by the watersports and dive team.
Instruction for beginners or guests who want more confidence in the water.
Stand-up paddle board rental for calm lagoon conditions.
Self-guided canoe rental for suitable lagoon conditions.
Windsurfing lessons and equipment rental, weather permitting.
Wakeboard lessons and rides for beginners and experienced guests.
Water-ski lessons and rides in the lagoon.
Kneeboard lessons and rides in the lagoon.
Homemade gelato and sorbet inspired by Mediterranean summers.
Velaa poolside celebration with live stations, rosé, cocktails and resident-DJ music.
Private dining can be arranged as a beach picnic, sunset-by-the-sea meal, greenhouse harvest table or family soirée.
Five-course Japanese culinary performance by Tabemasu’s teppanyaki chef.
A garden-to-table dining experience associated with the resort greenhouse.
Learn drink-mixing techniques or espresso preparation with resort specialists.
Guided family foraging at The Greenhouse followed by cooking and lunch.
Guided learning experience starting from the Marine Hub and focused on the island’s mangrove ecosystem.
Resident-astronomer stargazing with celestial dining options subject to schedule.
Padel court with equipment; professional coaching may be arranged.
Sub Oceanic’s fixed water-sports centre is beside Velaa Restaurant and Bar and operates rentals, lessons, rides and excursions.
The operator places its Marine Centre between the Kids Club and Riviera Bar; exact coordinates were not independently verified.
Group sunset search near an area known for a large dolphin population.
Relaxed turtle-reef safari; operator notes options with photography, jet ski or a marine biologist.
Guided nurse-shark snorkelling; timing is arranged according to conditions.
Traditional and lower-impact handline fishing; a caught fish may be prepared by the resort chefs subject to resort arrangements.
Convenient guided group snorkelling on the resort house reef; booking is required.
Group or private after-dark snorkelling to see nocturnal marine life.
Group or private guided trips to explore reefs beyond the island.
Catamaran lessons and rental, including potential snorkelling or sunset combinations.
Self-driven or guided jet-ski rides and excursions from the water-sports centre.
Private sandbank visit by jet ski or speedboat, subject to sea and weather conditions.
A first-breath scuba introduction at the house reef with no prior diving skills required.
Customisable private boat rental that can combine sandbank, dolphin and turtle experiences.
Personalised SSI training for beginners through advanced divers.
Sustainability
Independently certified — verified against the issuing body.
Plan your stay
Concierge
Our team has stayed at and personally vetted the Maldives' finest islands — we know Le Méridien Maldives Resort & Spa room 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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Rates depend on travel dates, villa category, guest details and current availability. Request a quotation and it will show the inclusions of the meal plan you choose (Breakfast, Half Board or All Inclusive) and the transfer arrangements.
Le Méridien Maldives Resort & Spa is located in Lhaviyani Atoll. Thilamaafushi Island, Lhaviyani Atoll, Maldives
Le Méridien Maldives Resort & Spa offers: Free Wi-Fi, Accessible, Outdoor pool, Air-conditioned, Laundry service, Beach access, Kid-friendly, Restaurant and more.
Le Méridien Maldives Resort & Spa offers 9 accommodation categories, including Beach Villa, Beach Villa with Pool, Beach Villa with Garden Pool, Lagoon Villa, Overwater Pool Villa, Sunset Overwater Pool Villa and more. Of these, 4 sit over the water and 7 have a private pool.
Le Méridien Maldives Resort & Spa has 6 restaurants and 2 bars, including Turquoise, Tabemasu, Riviera, Velaa Bar + Grill, Waves Café, La Vie and more. Cuisines span International, Japanese, Mediterranean, Grill.
Yes — Le Méridien Maldives Resort & Spa features Explore Spa by Le Méridien (by Explore Spa by Le Méridien, set over the water), with signature treatments such as Le Méridien Chakra Art, Le Méridien Four Hand Choreography, Le Méridien Discovery Massage.
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