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Lux South Ari Atoll Resort

Maldives · Maldives

South Ari Atol Dhidhoofinolhu IslandView location

9.6/10Excellent350 Reviews
Cleanliness9.8/109.8
Service9.6/109.6
Comfort9.6/109.6
Condition9.6/109.6
Location9.0/109.0
Neighborhood9.6/109.6
Value10.0/1010.0
Amenities9.6/109.6
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About Lux South Ari Atoll Resort

Located in Dhidhoofinolhu Island, LUX* South Ari Atoll is minutes from Dhidhoofinolhu Marina and close to Sandbank Dhigurah. This beach resort is within the vicinity of Dhigurah Beach and Vakarufalhi Island Beach. Make yourself at home in one of the 193 air-conditioned rooms featuring minibars.

Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and bidets. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and coffee/tea makers. Featured amenities include a business center, express check-in, and express check-out.

A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available on request).

Popular amenities

Free WiFi
Airport transfers
Dining services
Concierge
Laundry
Spa
Gym
Entertainment
Beach services
Non-smoking
Childcare
Business facilities
Accessible facilities

Check-in and check-out

Check-in from 2:00 PM
Check-in until midnight
Check-out until 11:00 AM
Minimum check-in age 18

Hotel policies

No elevators Professional property host/manager Property does not require health documentation at check-in Pets not allowed

Cleaning and safety

Sanitization
Contactless check-in is available

Important information

  • Property Alerts

    You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

    • A tax is imposed by the city: USD 12.00 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 2 years of age.

    We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

  • You need to know
    • Reservations are required for massage services. Reservations can be made by contacting the resort prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
    • The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
    • Contactless check-in is available.
  • Special Instructions
    Guests must transfer to the property via Airplane and must arrange the transfers by contacting the property before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation. This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply). To arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation. This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification. Other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival. For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools. This property is accessible only by seaplane transfer from Velana International Airport (MLE). The flight is 25-35 minutes in duration. Guests must contact the property with their international flight details at least 4 days before their expected arrival date so that the property can pre-book seaplane transfers (surcharge). Any flight booking made within 3 days before arrival is subject to availability. Guests will have access to the seaplane lounge at Velana Airport while they wait for their flight to the property. Seaplane transfers are provided by a third party and transfers in connection with all international flights will be arranged by them. Every effort will be made to transfer guests to the resort within 2 hours of their arrival at the lounge. Seaplane operating hours between the resort and the airport are available from 6 AM to 4 PM (during daylight hours only). Seaplane baggage allowance is 44 pounds (20 kilograms) for checked bags, and 11 pounds (5 kilograms) for carry-on bags, per person. Fees of USD 5 per kilogram apply for excess baggage, excluding taxes.
  • Instructions
    • Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
    • Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
    • Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
    • The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
    • This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
    • Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
    • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
    • Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
    • Drones and aerial surveillance devices are not permitted at this property.
  • Minimal age
    18
  • Optional fees
    • Airport shuttle fee: USD 495 (roundtrip)
    • Airport shuttle fee per child: USD 248 (roundtrip), (from 2 to 11 years old)
    • Rollaway bed fee: USD 198.0 per night

    The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

  • Spoken Language

    Hindi

    German

    Russian

    Portuguese

    Korean

    English

    Italian

    French

    Spanish

    Arabic

    Japanese

    Chinese (Mandarin)

    Indonesian

    Dutch

Nearby attractions

Dhigurah Beach 2.5 km / 1.6 mi

Hotel facilities & services

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Guest reviews

What other guests saying about Lux South Ari Atoll Resort

9.6
Excellent
350 Reviews
Cleanliness
9.8 /10
Service
9.6 /10
Comfort
9.6 /10
Condition
9.6 /10
Location
9.0 /10
Neighborhood
9.6 /10
Value
10.0 /10
Amenities
9.6 /10
100 reviews shown
10/10
Exceptional
29 Jun 2026
Nitya
The best hotel. Staff are always amazing and attentive. Very friendly. So helpful. There nothing they won’t do if it’s possible. So child friendly.

Rooms are lovely. Spacious and clean.

Activities and food are great.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
05 Jun 2026
Abdel elah
Truly the best Maldives experience is at Lux* South Ari. The island itself is gorgeous, facilities are excellent, the dive center is world class and to top it all off the staff were amazing. You won’t go wrong choosing this resort!
Self
10/10
Exceptional
04 Mar 2026
Ben David
This resort definitely lives up to its 5 star rating! Top quality service, gorgeous food and amazing amenities.
10/10
Exceptional
01 Mar 2026
Angela May
Amazing resort - top quality service, great range of restaurants and the villas are amazing. Highly recommended and we are looking for our next Lux vacation!
Family
10/10
Exceptional
23 Feb 2026
Kristina
I only stayed for one day, but I had an amazing experience! Room was spotless and luxurious. Beautiful sunrise view. Lovely beach, not crowded at all even in the high season. Staff at the front desk and staff at water sports were exceptional!
Friends_and_family Friends
10/10
Exceptional
07 Feb 2026
Marina
Great place. Many activities for families. Clean room and very attentive staff
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
05 Feb 2026
Hayley
Amazing - the staff were incredible. Great island with lots to do - food and drink options were also amazing
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
20 Dec 2025
Beverley
Great service, amazing experience with dive center. We understand this is a family loved resort but at dinner, be great to have some more control on kids who are playing and loud everywhere, away from their parents and tables.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
15 Dec 2025
Thierry
Staff is extremely helpful and willing to go the extra mile to make your stay an enjoyable one
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
01 Dec 2025
Michala Christine
The room was beautifully located on a stunning beach. It’s was impeccably clean at all times. We really enjoyed and appreciated the private plunge pool at the rear
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
20 Oct 2025
Jorge
Romantic villa amazing relax and recreation time to zone out and switch off from day to day life
Attention to detail and making us feel at home away from home great !

Staff amazing and Rachael in particular was so helpful and amazing with keeping our plans during our stay in order.

Amenities and restaurants are great with quality food and plenty variety to choose from

Me and my partner David look forward to coming again and visiting on a regular vacay to Lux
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
19 Aug 2025
Mashael
Honestly, one of the best experiences we’ve ever had! The resort was absolutely WOW in every detail and the staff were amazing. Every single day was full of fun and we never felt bored, not even for a moment. We regretted not booking more nights because it was truly one of the most unforgettable vacations. Everything exceeded our expectations – we can’t wait to come back again soon
Leisure
10/10
Exceptional
03 Jul 2025
Abdel elah
Lux* South Ari is a great choice for a vacation in the Maldives. The island is beautiful, great facilities, excellent service. I’d definitely recommend the all inclusive option (def worth the money and offers many options). They offer many activities and the spa is fantastic. The Lux Cafe is also a great touch. I’ve tried both the beach villas and the over water villas and you def can’t go wrong with either.
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
18 May 2025
Curtis
Perfect
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
27 Mar 2025
Andrew
Amazing location with equally amazing staff, facilities, rooms and dining options. It really lived up to the hype.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
25 Feb 2025
Claire

Amazing family holiday

We had an amazing time on this beautiful island. The place is amazing but the staff really make it stand out. Everyone is so friendly and so good with the children. The wonderful and ever smiling mophiso even carried my feverish daughter to my bungalow one night. We hope we can come back soon
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
04 Feb 2025
Luis

Amazing

Beautiful place, with it's own sand bank, very nice and friendly staff. Lots of options for food. Many photo areas throughout the island. Loved my experience. Would come back and recommend to others.
Friends_and_family Friends
10/10
Exceptional
01 Feb 2025
Ruba
I love the experience unforgettable in glad I stayed at LUX
Leisure Self
8/10
Excellent
24 Aug 2024
Jezreel
The property is beautiful with a lot of dining options.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
26 Jul 2024
Manuel
Nothing
All was as showed and described
Great place the getaway with that someone special on your live I will come back several times and enjoyed as the very first time.!!!
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
20 Jun 2024
Abdel elah
Excellent property all around. Plenty of food options. I’d definitely recommend the all inclusive deal. Lots of activities for couples and families. Fantastic staff and customer service all around. The island in itself is gorgeous. It’s about 2 km long with a sand bar at low tide that connects it to a neighboring local island (although crossing over is not allowed). Very walkable and they offer club cars and bikes if you prefer not to walk. Diving center and water sports facilities on premises. Highly recommended.
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
24 May 2024
Brian
Reception staff was not good the Watters bartenders and house keeper were outstanding specially Mode and Jomon a very special thank you to them they made our trip great!!! And welcomed us like family
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
08 Apr 2024
Mark
Fantastic location and an amazing place. Staff were so friendly and helpful. We really enjoyed our stay. The only reason I dropped one star overall is that I felt the food and drinks were very overpriced considering the good but not excellent quality. We were stunned by the buffet cost considering we are not big eaters.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
30 Oct 2023
Tashia
Amazing week. Incredible facilities and staff. Food was outstanding and the diving was the absolute best! Service from all staff was impeccable. Highly recommend Lux to anyone looking for a relaxing vacation!
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
16 Sep 2023
Cassandra
Lux South ari atoll exceeded my expectations in every way. We initially booked because we knew it was near an area where whale sharks are frequently encountered and we wanted an overwater villa with an infinity pool. We booked through hotels.com/Expedia where I have gold status- we received an upgraded villa (from romance to temptation villa) and 20% off of spa services. We also received several branded gifts from the hotel- a caftan, hat, fan, bracelet. The attention to detail was phenomenal- staff knew our itinerary (moving on to a dive liveaboard after the hotel, time and location we needed to be to meet the boat, etc). We were given a concierge at check in which allowed us to communicate via WhatsApp with her the length of the stay.

The room:
We arrived early (before check in) and our room wasn’t ready yet, so we were assigned a room that we could stay in while waiting for ours to be cleaned. This was on the main island and we thought it was nice overall- it had a very cute private outdoor shower and tub and the decor was nice. When we were brought to our new room, the temptation villa, it was completely unbelievable. There was a sitting area with a cut out in the floor where we could watch the fish swim under the villa. We had the all inclusive package - so the mini bar was included which consisted of various juices and sodas, a bottle of gin and vodka, a bottle of red and white wine, and snacks. The bathroom was MUCH upgraded from the other standard room.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
19 Aug 2023
Husam
All i need to say is WOW. The property, the staff, the great variety of food and the villas! The staff at LUX exceeded our expectations which made our honeymoon so perfect. This is the place to go!
10/10
Exceptional
06 Jul 2023
Abdel elah
An excellent all around resort to enjoy the sun and the beach in the Maldives. The island is big enough for privacy and seclusion yet intimate and walkable. The all inclusive option is well worth it and the food/drinks are great. I’d highly recommend this property if you’re considering a visit to the Maldives.
Leisure Self
8/10
Excellent
03 Jul 2023
Stephanie Erin
The property is AMAZING. Our room (the Water Villa) was the most beautiful room I have ever stayed in and I honestly could have stayed in the room the whole time and been happy. Every single restaurant is incredible and delicious. If you just want to eat and relax you'll be in heaven.
However if you want activities- the resort also has those. In 5 days I still didn't have enough time to do all I wanted. A lot of the activities overlap which can make it a bit difficult to get to everything. But they are very worth it.
The staff is friendly and kind. Special shout outs to Allan the chef, Mofezul the driver, and the marine biologists whose names I forgot. My one complaint is there was a fair bit of miscommunication. I had booked several activities prior to my trip and found that most werent done when I got there. Multiple times staff seemed to be confused on what restaurants were open. We actually gave up the 1st night and just got room service after being taken to 2 closed restaurant. Our honeymoon arrangements werent done though they did get to it later in the week. Because of some cancellations due to poor weather (not the resorts fault of course) I was not able to do manta ray snorkeling or see a manta ray which bummed me out. I must have talked to 3 separate staff members about this. Then as I was waiting for the seaplane to leave the resort, a staff member told me they come to the dock most nights and staff could text me to come see them! That would have been nice to know.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
28 Apr 2023
Lisa
Wow, wow, wow! Resort was amazing! Food and drinks were great! Staff went above and beyond in helping in every way!
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
16 Apr 2023
Verified traveler

Give more water to guests

I am very pleased with the staff,they are friendly,helpful,greetings are superb. The island itself is spectacular. Food can be more varieties,but the easter feast and thai night was great.

The only thing i could bring up about is the drinking water.
We only get 2 bottles(2L)of water daily for three of us and it was boiling hot there every day.
I would say a room should have at least 4 bottles of water each day( provided that all the outdoor walks/ cycling makes u dehydrated,activities and all the walks from wAter villa to reception/beach.

I really dont understand water is so basic to a 5star hotel but its so hard to get.

One morning i called room service to get me 2 bottles of water and i waited for an hour. No one came so i walk to the housekeeping kiosk myself and ask for water there from staff.

Water is so very minimal basic in such hot place

Also,one morning we hire kayak
So i expect to have water at reception or watersports centre or even the lagoon bar, but they dont provide.
Reception said they dont have, cafe Lux said they dont have, lagoon bar said they dont have and at last we begged the water sports centre for water. How bad it feels that i need to beg for water there as im with a kid.

Everything was good except i think they need more water stations for guests.

That tiny 5litre water dispenser at the beach/ reception with some fruit inside is always drank up/ empty.

There should be more water stations on the island.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
22 Mar 2023
Whitney

Incredibly property - highly recommend!

We stayed at LUX* South Ari Atoll for seven nights on the second/last leg our honeymoon, and it was absolutely wonderful. The property is vast, very well maintained and groomed. The staff was incredibly hospitable and kind, so professional and helpful. Our overwater villa was amazing, so big and designed intentionally with lots of great little details. The food was excellent, there were so many options (highly recommend all-inclusive, not much red tape at all). The spa experience was immaculate (we went a few times). There are so many fun activities and events around the island at all times. Sometimes this stuff is cheesy at certain resorts, but it wasn't here. We played beachside chess, pool, used the gym, played tennis, paddle-boarded, never got to the bocci or badminton courts - there is more than enough to do. The shuttles run up and down the island constantly so it's easy to get around, but we preferred the walking path - everything is stunning.

Our favorite part was the staff, everyone was SO great. This trip has a special place in our hearts and we look forward to brining our family back one day. We cannot recommend this property enough, we would stay there again in a heartbeat.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
27 Nov 2022
Van Hoang
Beautiful resort would come back again
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
21 Nov 2022
Anastasia
Amazing luxurious place! Best trip. The food is amazing. The staff is incredible. Gorgeous nature and water. I do think that rooms can use some upgrading but other than that it’s the most amazing resort!
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
28 Oct 2022
Franklin

Above and beyond

My stay was the most spectacular, Food, Scenery, Cleanliness, Hospitality, and staff were well above and beyond. From the dock greeting with warm welcomes and best wishes, EVERY SINGLE PERSON on staff made me feel at home as well as VIP. I wish I could give an 8-star review but 5 is the limit. Great amenities or if you just want a lazy day it works out great as well, I think I found a new happy place.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
23 Sep 2022
Michael
My wife and I needed a well deserved holiday and Lux South Ari Atoll did not disappoint. From the time we arrived until the moment we left it felt like paradise. The weather was perfect even though we went off season. The staff was gracious, courteous and helpful. The food at each establishment was good; some better than others depending on your preference. Our villa was amazing. It was a birthday and wedding anniversary week and they completely were attentive to each occasion. I left with no regrets.
Leisure
10/10
Exceptional
12 Sep 2022
Kimnova
The whole property was stunning! Food was amazing and high quality. Babysitting/daycare was the best part of the resort. They were able to take care of my child while my husband and I were about to relax and enjoy the beaches. The staff there went above and beyond. I just wished I stayed longer! Will def be back.
Leisure Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
19 Aug 2022
Verified traveler
Was amazing, but be prepared to spend
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
12 Aug 2022
Kanish
Everything was to like!
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
01 Aug 2022
Aditya Mosale Venkatesha
Everything was perfect. Attention to details and thinking about what makes our stay great was just amazing. Food was fantastic and delicious. There was a lot of variety,which was great.
Overall, it was absolutely perfect
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
21 Jul 2022
Jasminka
Amazing
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
22 Jun 2022
Max
10 out of 10. Excellent service, excellent staff, excellent food, excellent rooms and island. I would highly recommend.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
09 Jun 2022
Suhas
Great place to stay. All the staff were super helpful and very friendly. Made our stay very pleasant and memorable. There was some confusion regarding rooms initially due to some overbooking, but they quickly sorted that out and gave us a free upgrade to their best villa - temptation pool villa since it was my birthday which was a very nice gesture. Good amount of water activities at this location. I would highly recommend anyone to stay at this place.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
20 Apr 2022
Amy
I loved this place! The details were impeccable. The property is beautifully designed and has something for everyone. The only thing I will say is that the wait staff is not overly attentive to assisting with drink/food orders - especially while on beach, which could have been better. Otherwise, A
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
05 Mar 2022
Laura
I think I almost cried while checking out of this place. Truly, one of the most beautiful locations with 5 star service. The only regret I have is not booking more nights here. The location is stunning, the most beautiful blue waters I’ve ever seen. Every single item of food we had was outstanding!!! Do the all inclusive package, it is SUPER worth it. The island is a dream location, but the staff are what make this place so great. Inthi, Mohammed, Aladdin, our driver from Bangladesh whose name I can’t remember, just to name a few… of the people who made our stay so special. Thank you, thank you, thank you! Cannot wait to be back!!!!
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
17 Jan 2022
Edward
Not cheap, but it was worth the price.
Leisure Friends
6/10
Pleasant
11 Dec 2021
Anuradha

Amazing experience & excellent food !

Amazing facility, excellent cleanliness, tasty food & friendly co-operative staff, but a bit of mismanagement in lunch & dinner Table reservations.

Staying in Water-Villas is one of it’s own kind of experience.

Cleanliness is excellent, but price-tag for everything is over the roof.

You can get similar service @ half the prices in many parts of the world.

Secondly, after paying so much, you are expected to wait indefinitely for lunch, as the management does not reserve tables during lunch time & the popular restaurants don’t have enough tables to accommodate all.

The good part is at least you can reserve a table for Dinner.

The view around the resort is breathtaking !
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
29 Oct 2021
Sofia

Best hotel ever

This hotel is just amazing. Everything you see in the pictures are even betten in real life. AND the pictures don’t capture the absolute kindness of the staff in this hotel. They are just amazing!!! LOVED it anf can’t wait to be back one day.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
29 Oct 2021
Sofia

Best paradise hotel ever

This hotel is just amazing. Everything you see in the pictures are even betten in real life. AND the pictures don’t capture the absolute kindness of the staff in this hotel. They are just amazing!!! LOVED it anf can’t wait to be back one day.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
24 Aug 2021
Rami

Wonderful Experience

The stay was breathtaking. Enjoyable, comfortable and memorable.

The resort offers many options of dining and entertainment. From swimming with whale sharks to private cooking session and yoga at the beach, all of it was seemless joy!!
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
20 Aug 2021
Verified traveler
Good
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
14 Aug 2021
Verified traveler
Absolutely amazing!
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
26 Apr 2021
Verified traveler
It was amazing! Beyond our expectations.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
13 Dec 2020
Verified traveler
lovely staff, gorgeous beaches - exceptional even for The Maldives
Leisure Partner
6/10
Pleasant
10 Dec 2020
Amber
I went to this resort specifically to have a nice place to relax with beautiful views after diving. I actually went to Maldives to dive and heard great things about euro divers. I was more than disappointed with Sandrine who was rude and unhelpful. My billing was incorrect when I got there. The villa was beautiful and spacious and well appointed. It does take quite a bit of time to get from one side to the other and as a result you can rent a bike (for a fee of course) or wait for the golf cart shuttle. After a rough start the first day, I was looking forward to the next day being a fresh start... my breakfast was wrong so I sent it back. Ended up going diving and also found out none of the preprogrammed extensions worked on the phone in my villa. I had a lot of issues that I didn’t have in hotels that were 3*. Mr Mamoun met with me personally and expressed his sincere apologies. He took a genuine interest in getting feedback and wondering what may have been communicated better or how to improve the process. He makes it a point to greet guests personally and is very involved in the day to day operations. There’s quite a bit to see and do there but overall, I didn’t experience them because I had gone there specifically to dive with EuroDivers (which I don’t think I would ever do again). I would consider going back to Lux* to see if I would have a different experience in general. The bill was wrong when I checked out but they fixed it quickly.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
10 Dec 2020
David

Superb vacation in the Maldives

Superb vacation in the Maldives, even more so with this terrible COVID year
My preference beach villas
Food is good. Diving and water sports awesome.
It is a budget but more than worth it
If you go at a busy time, make sure to book restaurants and activities when you check in
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
16 Nov 2020
Angela

Lux incredible

Lux was amazing!!! The staff was incredible and Inthi was our butler and he responded to everything we needed. There were manta rays and black tip sharks that came up to the pier every night. The island is a 30-40 minute walk from one end to the other but Lux had complimentary carts driving back and forth all day so you could catch a ride to anywhere you wanted to go. They also hide bottles along the path way that have prizes in them. The dive center was incredible and I did some of my favorite dives here. I saw lion fish, mantarays, stingrays, sharks, puffer fish, sea turtles, tuna and many other small fish. The rooms had USB plug ins which was great in case you forgot the Maldives adapter. My only complaint was the food was very expensive. A burger was $34 a steak $55 and our dinner buffet for 2 people was $240. The food was good but very overpriced. I’m sure any resorts out here are priced the same. I would highly recommend this resort to anyone wanting to get away and enjoy the beautiful clear water!
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
08 Oct 2020
CLAUDIA
Lux and staff went completely above and beyond for us! The resort was beautiful, accommodations and (vegan) food was all amazing! My husband and I will definitely be back.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
08 Mar 2020
Verified traveler

Therapeutic

Amazing service, unpretentious comfort
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
01 Mar 2020
Verified traveler

Cristal water

Ver good.
The water is cristal clear.
Not far by seaplane.
Food is very delicous.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
18 Jan 2020
Joel
Brilliant service! Great choice of restaurants and food exceptional!
Leisure Partner
2/10
Poor
12 Jan 2020
Doc
They gave us both food poisoning totally ruined our 3 day get away. We spent the whole 2nd and 3rd day vomiting and diarrhea. The management said they would investigate and get back to us but did nothing!? Completely Horrible!!!
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
30 Dec 2019
Verified traveler
We love being able to walk out of the property and onto the beach, but the thing that makes the Lux great, is the staff, they are all amazing and make your stay very special. So much so that we have stayed there three times.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
30 Dec 2019
Munro_Dr
The service at this property is top notch. The use of what’s app with our personal concierge helped us remain informed. Given weather issues, it would have been great that due to certain closures of restaurants etc. that some activities be added. On one of the days there was only a mock tail making class that was for a surcharge, but no other activities and only a few restaurants were open, leaving you to head to opposite side of island to eat or drink. That would be our only my complaint.
Every person we interacted with was friendly, helpful, and genuinely wanted to ensure we enjoyed our stay. With dietary concerns, they were excellent and checked with me, and cooked me special sides. Our room attendant was awesome!!! Our room was serviced very timely, often quickly, but with attention to detail of what we ate and drank, as well as towel use etc were all addressed. We loved the Romantic overwater villa. They also accommodated is in a beachfront room for our last day after checkout since
Our flight did not leave until 11pm from Male. They also arranged a speedboat transfer and domestic flight seamlessly.
Couldn’t recommend the resort enough. Sure wish the weather had cooperated and more sun was present but we plan to be back:)
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
09 Sep 2019
Waleed
Best and amazing resort that make you like living dream you wish it wouldn’t weak up
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
13 Aug 2019
Ahmed
The place is amazing, staff are very welcoming and will do whatever it takes to make your stay the best it can be. Anfal our room boy always ensured we had everything we needed.
There are plenty of activities to do in this island to keep you entertained, i love the little touches like finding messages in a bottle that are hidden in the island, cafe LUX and the ice cream shop ICI have some really good stuff. The only thing to keep in mind when visiting are the prices, everything in expensive but LUX is definitely worth it
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
11 Aug 2019
Verified traveler
The lack a more options to do, including more room in reservations for the restaurants
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
29 May 2019
Cherry
The villa condition is very nice and the staff are very friendly and provide a warm hospitality.The food are delicious but the choice comparatively less than expectation. Because not every restaurant open everyday. But it's a little far away by walking to the villa.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
21 Mar 2019
Raman
Staff were professional and courteous at all times, very friendly. I enjoyed the personalized service and great attention to detail. The complimentary lounge at the sea plane terminal is fantastic and a great way to relax inbetween. Check out was also an exceptional experience, their staff ensured you are taken care off all the way to your bag drop off at The Male airport! There were no surprises went it came to cost. We opted into the all inclusive package and I was pleased with this decision. The management of LUX South Ari atoll are so personal and friendly, we will definately be coming back to this resort when we return to the Maldives.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
04 Feb 2019
Verified traveler
Good beaches great service .weathr was great. It is an expensive place.lot of things to do.manager of the resort was personally involved
Leisure
10/10
Exceptional
29 Dec 2018
Ryan

Wonderful Stay in Paradise!

Wonderful!
Family
10/10
Exceptional
21 Dec 2018
Verified traveler
The friendly staff who always went out of their way to make you feel like royalty! Beautiful resort!
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
11 Nov 2018
Verified traveler
absolutely marvelous! a full 10 in all aspects. well worth the trip
8/10
Excellent
29 Sep 2018
David
It’s not possible to buy any snacks
When it rains, there is nothing to do
Shark and turtle excursions-water activity expensive and disappointing
Family
10/10
Exceptional
18 Sep 2018
Zohal
The staff at the resort is excellent. Their service is excellent. They all are so so kind, nice and helpful. The beach and water is beautiful here. The food was great. I have nothing negative to say about the staff or the resort. I will recommend this resort to my family and friends.
10/10
Exceptional
06 Aug 2018
Patrick
EVERY employee went above and beyond our expectation! The dive shop was on point, one of the best we have dove with. The food is just WOW out of this world. Last but not least the LUX ME Spa was absolutely outstanding service, we spent half of our trip there haha. Everyone was so kind, we will definitely go back to LUX South Ari Atoll.

Miss you all already! Thank you for an unforgettable Honeymoon.
10/10
Exceptional
06 Aug 2018
Rob
Beautiful resort, clean room, great service, amazing food!! Seriously, best place I have ever stayed at.
10/10
Exceptional
11 Jul 2018
Justin

Beautiful Paradise, Fantastic Island

Fantastic experience every step of the way. The service is great, and you have a beautiful island with few tourists. LUX* goes above and beyond with their food selections, beautiful beachfront dining/lounging, and plenty of places to have drinks. My wife and I enjoyed watching the world cup with some of the other guests, taking daily snorkeling trips to the house reef, and reading under palm trees every day. I already want to go back. Book this with confidence.. you'll enjoy the place. Just note that this is most suitable for couples, not singles, and most of the guests tend to keep to themselves, so it's not a \"social\" atmosphere, as much as a luxurious escape with at a resort that pays attention to all the details.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
18 Jun 2018
Verified traveler
Great ambiance and very friendly hotel staff. Food was good and transportation to and from the restaurants was timely. Overall good trip.
10/10
Exceptional
12 Jun 2018
Pedro
Beyond Amazing.

I don't usually take the time to write a review but my stay at Lux was beyond my expectations and we couldn't be happier with celebrating our Honeymoon there.

I can confirm the island and resort is as gorgeous as shown in the pictures. Below are things that were not clearly advertised yet much appreciated with the attention to details in a good way:

1) Early check in and late check out. Staff is very understanding and accommodating in light of our international flights.

2) AMAZING WIFI!!! No delay whatsoever. Speed as fast as back home in Seattle. Didn't expect this. Wife was happy to snapchat away with ease.

3) Placement of usb outlet by nightstands was very thoughtful.

4) Food was TOP NOTCH. I didn't expect the variety of food to be this delicious. Very clear the chefs are of high caliber.

5) Bottled fresh water filled daily in your villa. No charge.

My closing remarks pertain to the professionalism and care of Lux's staff with special kudos to managers Nima and Daisy. As in life, things never go according to plan and because of a miscommunication, our special dinner on the beach didn't take place as scheduled. Daisy and Nima, both managers who learned of the issue the first time, instead of passing the buck, they took charge in remedying my concerns and went above and beyond to ensure issue was addressed. I couldn't be more happier with their special care and time.

THANK YOU Lux for the amazing honeymoon you helped us to achieve!!

10/10
Exceptional
07 May 2018
daniel
My wife and I had a wonderful time. We will never forget everything in this resort and emerald Maldives.
10/10
Exceptional
17 Mar 2018
Pamela

Beyond satisfied in every way!

The resort is gorgeous with attention to detail in every way. The staff is excellent as is the food. Things are very pricey such as the spa and ala carte items. I would highly suggest an all-inclusive option. I cannot say enough good about our stay -! We traveled from the U.S. and it was worth every single hour and dollar!
10/10
Exceptional
02 Mar 2018
Rachel

UNBELIEVABLE!!!

This resort is absolutely unbelievable!! From the instant I made the reservations, this resort went above and beyond to make sure we had an amazing vacation. Within hours of booking our trip I received contact from the hotel staff wanting our airline reservations so they could make our seaplane accommodations. And when we got to MALE, everything went exactly as they said! Every single person was so personable, friendly and accommodating! The resort was breathtaking! The food was fantastic! This was our first time to the Maldives and to a LUX resort but I promise you this will not be our last! HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!!
10/10
Exceptional
26 Feb 2018
Verified traveler

Romantic Pool Water Villa - ABSOLUTELY FANTASTIC

Fairly big island, lots of stuff to see, lots of ways to relax. The pool villas are gorgeous, staff very helpful, taking care of everything you need. The chefs were extremely considerate with dietary needs (gluten-free meals) and provided personal care. We couldn't have asked for more, had a great time throughout the stay.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
26 Nov 2017
Verified traveler

Beware the 1/2 board meal plan

We didn’t plan on using to have pork meal plan but we were convinced in the waiting room that we should get it because it entrée and a salad with cost over $100. The trick is to spend $90 per person takes a lot of food from the menu. We only paid about $45 per person for an entrée and a salad
10/10
Exceptional
13 Oct 2017
Verified traveler
From the minute we arrived til we boarded the sea plane back to Male and checked in on our flight home the service was excellent.
10/10
Exceptional
11 Jul 2017
LouLou

Stunning atoll the perfect place to relax recharge

A wonderful haven, great staff, excellent service, lovely food, a heavenly location.
Perfect, enjoy
10/10
Exceptional
28 Jun 2017
Nancy

Amazing 8 night stay

My husband and I had great time!
Amazing place with great friendly staff, good food, good sightseeing and a perfect place to relax. We highly recommend staying in a romantic pool villa, it was worth the extra cost and we would definitely stay in one again as well as recommend it to our friends.
10/10
Exceptional
22 Jun 2017
Ordaliza

Wonderful Vacations

Wonderful and very relaxing place they will treat your as a family. From arrival time til the last seconds of your departure they will assist you. Thank you Marion and Vera for all the support
Family
10/10
Exceptional
21 May 2017
Patrick

Escape to Paradise

I strongly recommend this hotel!
Beach Villa beautiful, staff extremely helpful and friendly, great scenery, great food, great music.
10/10
Exceptional
25 Feb 2017
Verified traveler

superb food quality and staff service

superb food quality and staff service.
beautiful paradise.
10/10
Exceptional
17 Jan 2017
Amar

The prefect place to stay in Maldives

Our experience at LUX was beyond incredible! I would recommend this location to everyone. The most prominent feature about this place is the hotel staff. Everybody was so nice and friendly; they were always willing to help and always greeted you with huge smiles! If you go here, I would definitely recommend getting the all-inclusive packag, especially if you plan on taking advantage of the bars. For example, buffet cost is: $70/person plus beverages. And the cheapest bottle of wine is $45. So it's an easy $180 for only one meal. But the restaurants can add up to be more expensive. So all-inclusive is the way to go.
8/10
Excellent
16 Jan 2017
Verified traveler

overall recommended

nice rooms and facilities, friendly personnel, convenient shuttle service to move around the island (2km distance),
many restaurants although food expensive for the quality
slow wifi
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
02 Jan 2017
Verified traveler

welcoming staff and great location

great staff amazing location
Partner
8/10
Excellent
15 Dec 2016
Bee

Great island, nice accommodations, friendly staff

It's a stunning island which is well maintained by the staff. The staff is very friendly. And a big thank you to Ali who took care of our villa. He did a fabulous job.
The hotel offers lots of activities. We had a few rainy days but we never felt bored. The food has a big variety and is always fresh and tasty. There are a few restaurants on the island which are all worth to visit.
The hotel staff hides daily 20 messages in a bottle. We found one nearly every day which was fun.
In total we had a memorable stay at the Lux and I would always recommend it. If we go back we would stay in a water villa instead of a beach villa. This would be the icing on the cake. Thanks Lux team!!!
10/10
Exceptional
12 Dec 2016
Verified traveler

Paradise on earth

Amazing beaches, crystal clear water, amazing food (worth the all inclusive upgrade), upgraded from beach villa to romantic water villa, private infiniti pool, great friendly staff, amazing coffee, so many little details--they've thought of everything! Truly paradise!
10/10
Exceptional
12 Dec 2016
Verified traveler

Once-you-go-Lux*-you-aint-going-back hotel!

Lux* certainly lived up to its name. Luxurious, Oh Yeah!! Lets start from the beginning; as you drag your tired feet with your heavy bags through the airport, you will be greeted by a smiling Lux* rep waiting for you at the booth in the airport. Their smile took away a little bit of your tiredness away. Thts the last time you will see ur luggage, till u get to ur room. :) you will be waiting at Lux* lounge waiting for the seaplane. With complimentary coffee, pastries, macaroons n tidbits. You felt that your holiday has begun. Reaching Lux* after a quick 20mins seaplane ride, you will be greeted by Lux* amazing n cheerful staff and manager. This is where your holiday really start! Check in was so quick you feel lost as you will be surrounded by beautiful reception area facing the clear waters of Indian ocean. We stayed in the water villa ( A MUST) . I kid you not, we saw baby black tip shark, baby manta, fishes that look like nemo swimming outside our room. (I tried swimming with them, but they swam away)The 6 days stay in Lux* was incredible. Everyday, they have activities planned for us. Some are complimentary! Snorkelling and diving there was one of the best we had. Crystal clear waters and fantastic reefs. Paddle boats, jet skis, hover boarding. Just a few to name. Food could be a tat better. 5 star, definitely, wide variety, but a little pricey. Bfast spread could be better too. Our enormous villa is kept clean always. Already miss Lux*. So what r u guys waiting for!!!
Family
10/10
Exceptional
30 Nov 2016
Nihar
Phenomenal !
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
12 Nov 2016
Verified traveler
Remarkable quality all around! The most surprising part was extremely fresh and delicious food and very friendly and professional staff. Hope the hotel management realizes that they are a big asset and takes a good care of them.
Dive shop had very lean and efficient operation and relaxed attitude, letting more experienced divers go without a guide.
The room is very clean and comfortable.
All in all very positive experience. We will be planning a trip back next year!
10/10
Exceptional
20 Oct 2016
Sarah

Lovely Holiday

We went for my husband's birthday and had an amazing time. The staff where so friendly and did a 5* job with the house keeping. The food was exceptional and that's coming from two chefs but it did cost a bit more than we thought. Over all we had the time of our lives and looking forward to going back.
10/10
Exceptional
16 Oct 2016
Daniel

A relaxed slice of heaven

My wife and our baby stayed here for a week to celebrate our wedding anniversary. LUX gives an amazing boutique luxury experience, we had high expectations and we were not disappointed!
Family

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Lux South Ari Atoll Resort
South Ari Atol Dhidhoofinolhu Island, Maamigili, Maldives

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