Dhaalu Atoll

Dhaalu Atoll occupies a quiet stretch of the central Maldives, reached by a 40-minute seaplane from Malé. The atoll's resort islands are known for their expansive lagoons, fine white-sand beaches, and a pace of life that feels genuinely unhurried. Diving and snorkelling are rewarding, with well-preserved reef systems and regular turtle sightings. Dhaalu has attracted a mix of luxury brands and boutique operators drawn to the atoll's natural beauty and the creative freedom that comes with developing on islands that haven't been heavily built out. It's an excellent choice for travellers seeking refined relaxation away from the more visited atolls.

Resorts in Dhaalu Atoll

Angsana Velavaru

Velavaru Island, Dhaalu Atoll· seaplane · Approximately 40 minutes from Velana International Airport

Angsana Velavaru is a colourful 113-villa Dhaalu Atoll resort with beachfront and two-storey InOcean pool villas, three restaurants, two bars, flexible all-inclusive plans and strong family facilities.

• — One hundred and thirteen accommodations
• — Separate two-storey InOcean Villas

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Baglioni Resort Maldives

Maagau Island, Dhaalu Atoll· seaplane · 40 minutes from Velana International Airport by seaplane

Baglioni Resort Maldives on Maagau Island in Dhaalu Atoll is the Italian luxury brand's first Maldivian outpost, bringing refined elegance, exceptional Italian cuisine, and dolce vita living to the tropics. The resort's 96 beachfront and overwater villas are enriched with handcrafted Italian furnishings and private plunge pools, overlooking a turquoise lagoon. Its cuisine programme showcases authentic Italian recipes crafted from the finest imported ingredients alongside fresh local seafood.

• — Italian luxury brand's Maldives debut
• — All villas with private plunge pools

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Kandima Maldives

Kandima Island, Dhaalu Atoll· domestic flight and speedboat · Approximately 30-minute domestic flight followed by a 20-minute speedboat transfer

Kandima Maldives is a playful 264-studio-and-villa lifestyle resort in Dhaalu Atoll, combining ten restaurants and bars, major sports and family facilities, long beaches and smart contemporary accommodation.

• — Two hundred and sixty-four studios and villas
• — Ten restaurants and bars

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Niyama Private Islands Maldives

Embudhufushi and Olhuveli Islands, Dhaalu Atoll· seaplane · Approximately 40 minutes from Velana International Airport

Niyama Private Islands Maldives spans twin islands named Play and Chill with 134 beach and overwater villas, nine restaurants, the underwater Subsix venue, strong surfing and extensive family experiences.

• — Twin Play and Chill islands
• — One hundred and thirty-four villas and pavilions

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Sun Siyam Iru Veli

Iru Veli, Dhaalu Atoll· seaplane · 40 minutes from Velana International Airport by seaplane

Sun Siyam Iru Veli is an intimate boutique paradise in the Dhaalu Atoll, where every single villa comes with its own private freshwater pool — an exceptional rarity in the Maldives. The PRIVÉ Collection resort is designed for romance and seclusion, offering a castaway experience with personalised service and authentic Maldivian hospitality. Accessed by seaplane, this adults-friendly hideaway is celebrated for its exquisite lagoon settings and 24/7 All-Inclusive dining.

• — Every villa has a private freshwater pool
• — PRIVÉ Collection boutique resort

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The St. Regis Maldives Vommuli Resort

Vommuli Island, Dhaalu Atoll· seaplane · Approximately 45 minutes from Velana International Airport

The St. Regis Maldives Vommuli Resort is a 77-villa Dhaalu Atoll retreat with a private pool at every beach and overwater villa, round-the-clock St. Regis Butler Service, Iridium Spa and seven current restaurants and bars.

• — Seventy-seven private-pool villas
• — St. Regis Butler Service

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