The resort
South Palm Maldives is a 4-star private island resort located in Addu City. The property consists of 139 villas on a 15-hectare island, accessible via a 90-minute domestic flight followed by a 10-minute speedboat ride. Guests can choose from Bed & Breakfast or All Inclusive meal plans, with dining centered on the Banyan restaurant and Modhu Bar; reviews note varied buffet selections and fresh cooking, though opinions on the all-inclusive package's value differ. The resort is noted for its excellent reef diving with over 30 sites, including the historic WWII British Loyalty wreck, and offers a local island feel. With its combination of diving, surfing, and budget-friendly positioning, South Palm Maldives provides a value-oriented base for exploring the southern atolls.
The accommodation
From beachfront hideaways to overwater villas above the lagoon — each one curated and personally checked by our Maldives team.
Island & ocean
2 guests · 50 m²
Watch the first rays of morning light peak over the Indian Ocean from your private Sunrise Villa. After the show, stretch out on your outdoor daybed and enjoy the sea breeze. The most accessible room category at South Palm, these 50 sqm villas offer stylish interiors with sleek lines, soft linen, a king bed, and a rain shower bathroom.
Beachfront
2 guests · 50 m²
Surrounded by swaying palms and lush tropical vegetation, the spacious 50 sqm Palm Villas sit near the beach and enjoy sunrise views and breathtaking vistas across the Indian Ocean. Step onto your private veranda to feel the sea breeze, then stroll down for a swim in the turquoise lagoon. Accommodates up to 4 guests with a king bed and en-suite rain shower.
Beachfront
2 guests · 65 m²
Step directly from your villa onto your own slice of private beach and take a dip in the turquoise lagoon. The outdoor shower, surrounded by lush tropical vegetation, is perfect for rinsing off after a swim. Enjoy spectacular sunsets across the Indian Ocean from your 65 sqm villa. Fits 2 guests with a king bed and en-suite bathroom.
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A side-by-side look at every room category — view, pool, size and who each one suits best.
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The resort's main dining venue serving Asian and international cuisine alongside traditional Maldivian dishes in a spacious open-air setting surrounded by tropical banyan trees.
Vibrant poolside bar serving cocktails and mocktails throughout the day; hosts live music and traditional Maldivian cultural entertainment in the evenings.
Sunset cocktail bar near the overwater villas featuring a large barbecue for fresh grilled meats and fish; the perfect spot to watch the sun dip below the Addu Atoll horizon.
Plan your stay
Concierge
Our team has stayed at and personally vetted the Maldives' finest islands — we know South Palm Maldives 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 South Palm Maldives start from $429 per night. Prices vary depending on season, room type and meal plan.
South Palm Maldives is located in Addu Atoll. Ismehela Hera, Addu City, Maldives
South Palm Maldives is a resort that is typically located on its own private island and offers exclusive amenities and services.
South Palm Maldives offers: Free Wi-Fi, Free breakfast, Parking, Accessible, Outdoor pool, Air-conditioned, Laundry service, Business center and more.
South Palm Maldives offers 6 accommodation categories, including Sunrise Villa, Palm Villa, Beach Villa, Family Villa, Water Villa, Overwater Pool Villa. Of these, 2 sit over the water and 1 have a private pool.
South Palm Maldives has 3 restaurants and bars, including Banyan Restaurant, Moodhu Bar, Kanduolhi Bar. Cuisines span Asian / International / Maldivian, Cocktails & Bar Food, Cocktails & BBQ.
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