The resort
OBLU XPERIENCE Ailafushi is a four-star all-inclusive resort in North Malé Atoll, reached by a complimentary 15-minute speedboat transfer from Velana International Airport — one of the shortest transfers in the country. The resort has 268 villas in four categories: Ocean View Rooms, Ocean View Family Rooms, Beach Villas, and Water Villas, the last of which extend over the lagoon on a jetty with a design inspired by the traditional Maldivian dhoni. The Fushi Plan all-inclusive package covers all meals, drinks, a daily 30-minute watersports session and nightly live music or DJ sets, which is positioned to deliver an energetic, high-activity stay rather than a quiet retreat. Dining is built around all-day Element X restaurant, the X360 poolside bar and The Copper Pot Truck for casual evening meals, with paid add-ons available on the sister island including the Only BLU underwater restaurant via the Atmosphere Core network. Family amenities include a kids club and dedicated family villas. The house reef is accessible for snorkelling, though guests seeking more developed coral typically combine the stay with excursions. OBLU XPERIENCE Ailafushi fits agents matching families or first-time Maldives travellers to a value-driven, short-transfer, all-inclusive product.
The accommodation
From beachfront hideaways to overwater villas above the lagoon — each one curated and personally checked by our Maldives team.
Island & ocean
3 guests · 42 m²
The 42-square-metre Ocean View Room at OBLU XPERIENCE Ailafushi uses a compact duplex-style layout with warm wood, colourful soft furnishings and a relaxed tropical feel. A window seat and private veranda with daybed add places to unwind while taking in ocean views and the island breeze.
Island & ocean
4 guests
Two-bedroom villa with playful décor and ocean views, ideal for families. Separate bedrooms for adults and children.
Beachfront
3 guests
Chic villa with private veranda just metres from the white sandy beach, with direct beach access.
Compare
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.
The main all-day restaurant uses self-assisted buffet and beverage counters, live cooking and five sections covering Western, Eastern, Central, cold starters, pastry and bakery.
A relaxed outdoor food-truck grill built around a surf-and-turf set menu, alternative mains, sauces, sides and desserts. Lobster night is Wednesday; Saturday combines lobster with surf and turf.
A lively poolside bar with lagoon views, drinks, evening entertainment and a cocktail fountain from 18:00 under the Fushi Plan.
A reservation-only under-ocean speciality restaurant surrounded by views into the lagoon. It is chargeable and not included in the Fushi Plan.
A café and retail hub for pastries, sandwiches, cakes, casual food, coffee, wine and premium spirits, with villa delivery available from the published menu.
A large indoor-outdoor spa complex with four couples rooms, four single rooms, two medical-spa rooms, an express beauty salon and an ocean-view thermal and relaxation area.
The resort-supplied Koamas centre operates scuba diving, water sports and excursions. Daily dive excursions are for certified divers; courses and equipment rental are also listed.
Jet Ski Lagoon Rental is listed in current first-party Ailafushi resort material. Operation depends on availability, weather and safety conditions.
Jet Ski Tour is listed in current first-party Ailafushi resort material. Operation depends on availability, weather and safety conditions.
Flyboard is listed in current first-party Ailafushi resort material. Operation depends on availability, weather and safety conditions.
Seabob is listed in current first-party Ailafushi resort material. Operation depends on availability, weather and safety conditions.
Windsurfing is listed in current first-party Ailafushi resort material. Operation depends on availability, weather and safety conditions.
Stand-Up Paddleboard is listed in current first-party Ailafushi resort material. Operation depends on availability, weather and safety conditions.
Glass Kayak is listed in current first-party Ailafushi resort material. Operation depends on availability, weather and safety conditions.
Single Kayak is listed in current first-party Ailafushi resort material. Operation depends on availability, weather and safety conditions.
Double Kayak is listed in current first-party Ailafushi resort material. Operation depends on availability, weather and safety conditions.
Parasailing is listed in current first-party Ailafushi resort material. Operation depends on availability, weather and safety conditions.
Group Snorkeling Lesson is listed in current first-party Ailafushi resort material. Operation depends on availability, weather and safety conditions.
Kayak, SUP and Paddleboard · Fushi Plan is listed in current first-party Ailafushi resort material. Operation depends on availability, weather and safety conditions.
Semi-Submarine is listed in current first-party Ailafushi resort material. Operation depends on availability, weather and safety conditions.
Big Game Fishing is listed in current first-party Ailafushi resort material. Operation depends on availability, weather and safety conditions.
Sunset Dolphin Cruise is listed in current first-party Ailafushi resort material. Operation depends on availability, weather and safety conditions.
Stingray Snorkeling is listed in current first-party Ailafushi resort material. Operation depends on availability, weather and safety conditions.
Stingray Snorkeling with Dolphin Watching is listed in current first-party Ailafushi resort material. Operation depends on availability, weather and safety conditions.
Nurse Shark Snorkeling is listed in current first-party Ailafushi resort material. Operation depends on availability, weather and safety conditions.
Shipwreck and Nurse Shark Snorkeling is listed in current first-party Ailafushi resort material. Operation depends on availability, weather and safety conditions.
Turtle Snorkeling with Sandbank Visit is listed in current first-party Ailafushi resort material. Operation depends on availability, weather and safety conditions.
Whale Shark Snorkeling with Dolphin Watching is listed in current first-party Ailafushi resort material. Operation depends on availability, weather and safety conditions.
Night Snorkeling is listed in current first-party Ailafushi resort material. Operation depends on availability, weather and safety conditions.
Manta Snorkeling is listed in current first-party Ailafushi resort material. Operation depends on availability, weather and safety conditions.
Local Island Visit is listed in current first-party Ailafushi resort material. Operation depends on availability, weather and safety conditions.
Malé City Tour is listed in current first-party Ailafushi resort material. Operation depends on availability, weather and safety conditions.
PADI Discover Scuba Diving is listed in the resort-supplied Koamas by Jalboot dive menu. Eligibility, medical requirements and current rates must be confirmed with the dive centre.
PADI Open Water Diver Course is listed in the resort-supplied Koamas by Jalboot dive menu. Eligibility, medical requirements and current rates must be confirmed with the dive centre.
PADI Advanced Open Water Course is listed in the resort-supplied Koamas by Jalboot dive menu. Eligibility, medical requirements and current rates must be confirmed with the dive centre.
PADI Rescue Diver Course is listed in the resort-supplied Koamas by Jalboot dive menu. Eligibility, medical requirements and current rates must be confirmed with the dive centre.
PADI Enriched Air Diver is listed in the resort-supplied Koamas by Jalboot dive menu. Eligibility, medical requirements and current rates must be confirmed with the dive centre.
Night Dive is listed in the resort-supplied Koamas by Jalboot dive menu. Eligibility, medical requirements and current rates must be confirmed with the dive centre.
Kids X Camp Daily Programme is listed in current first-party Ailafushi resort material. Operation depends on availability, weather and safety conditions.
Renewal of Vows is listed in current first-party Ailafushi resort material. Operation depends on availability, weather and safety conditions.
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 OBLU XPERIENCE Ailafushi 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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Prices at OBLU XPERIENCE Ailafushi start from $638 per night. Prices vary depending on season, room type and meal plan.
OBLU XPERIENCE Ailafushi is located in North Malé Atoll. North Male Ailafushi Maldives, Malé, Maldives
OBLU XPERIENCE Ailafushi is a resort that is typically located on its own private island and offers exclusive amenities and services.
OBLU XPERIENCE Ailafushi offers: Free Wi-Fi, Free breakfast, Free parking, Outdoor pool, Air-conditioned, Restaurant, Airport shuttle, Hot tub and more.
OBLU XPERIENCE Ailafushi offers 4 accommodation categories, including Ocean View Room, Ocean View Family Room, Beach Villa, Water Villa. Of these, 1 sit over the water.
OBLU XPERIENCE Ailafushi has 5 restaurants and bars, including Element X, Copper Pot Food Truck, X360 Bar, Only BLU, La Promenade. Cuisines span International, Seafood & Grills, Bar, Café, pastries & beverages.
Yes — OBLU XPERIENCE Ailafushi features ELE|NA Ayur (by ELE|NA), with signature treatments such as Lobi Dhooni, Veli Bon’dli, Tan Accelerator.
North Malé Atoll
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