The Maldives are one of our favorite beach, snorkeling and diving destinations in the world, so much so that we've visited 3 times and stayed in 6 different Maldives luxury resorts. There's no question that the incredible views, overwater villas, marine life and service come at a price, but fortunately there are some excellent 4th night free offers that help.
We've always flown via the Middle East: Emirates First Class via Dubai, Etihad First Apartment via Abu Dhabi, Qatar Business Class via Doha–but you could also fly via Singapore, Bangkok, Hong Kong, Colombo, or some European cities, since Male Airport is quite well connected.
1. Cheval Blanc Randheli: 4th Night Free or 6th and 7th Nights Free
Cheval Blanc Randheli is our favorite Maldives luxury resort, given the spacious, high quality stand alone villas, each with a private infinity pool (one you could actually swim short laps in), the fantastic quality of the dining, and the superb kids' club staff. I also felt incredibly lucky to see two octopuses while snorkeling.
Dates: Valid until December 19, 2018, some blackout dates may apply
Infinite Bliss Stay 4 Pay 3 Offer
Infinite Bliss Stay 7 Pay 5 Offer
Things to Know:
- Not applicable on the extra person rate
- Green tax charged on the complimentary night(s)
- Complimentary night will be the lowest priced night's rate
Cheval Blanc Randheli Virtuoso Benefits
- Upgrade on arrival, subject to availability
- Full Breakfast daily for up to two in-room guests
- $150 USD Food & Beverage credit to be utilized during stay in any of the resort's restaurants, bars or for room service, i.e. “Carte Blanche” (not combinable, not valid on room rate, no cash value if not redeemed in full)
- Early check-in/late check-out, subject to availability
- Complimentary Wi-Fi
2. Four Seasons Maldives at Landaa Giraavaru: 4th Night Free or 7th Night Free
My second favorite resort in the Maldives is Four Seasons Maldives at Landaa Giraavaru, especially the Sunrise Water Villa with Pool and Sunset Water Villa with Pool, although with young kids, you'll likely want a Beach Villa with a Pool.
The sand here, while not Amanpulo soft, was finer than at other Maldives resorts, and we loved the gorgeous views from Blu, where we had an a la carte breakfast each day. Landaa Giraavaru is closer to Baa Atoll, a UNESCO World Biosphere Reserve, than the Four Seasons at Kuda Huraa and many other Maldivian resorts, so it's the ideal base for snorkeling with manta rays and great scuba diving. You can even sign up (fee applies) for Manta on Call, where you're given a phone and when mantas are spotted, you'll be whisked out on a speedboat to snorkel with them–potential dozens of mantas all around you! Here are some of the expected best dates to spot manta rays in 2018:
- June 11 – 15
- June 26 – 30
- July 11 – 15
- July 25 – 29
- August 9 – 13
- August 24 – 28
- September 7 – 11
- September 23 – 27
- October 7 – 11
- October 22– 26
- November 5 –9
- November 21 – 25
4th Night Free Dates: June 1-June 30, 2018 and September 1-September 30, 2018
7th Night Free Dates: April 6-May 31, 2018
Four Seasons Maldives at Landaa Giraavaru Preferred Partner Benefits
- Daily full American breakfast for two people per bedroom, served through In-Room Dining or at Cafe Landaa (including the buffet) or at Blu (my personal favorite)
- Spa credit of USD100 once during stay (not applicable to products)
- Upgrade of one category, based on availability at time of check-in (excluding signature suites, villas, and private residences)
- Complimentary basic Internet in all guest rooms; complimentary premium Internet in all suites
3. Soneva Fushi: 4th Night Free, 6th and 7th Nights Free
Soneva Fushi is ideal for those whose idea of luxury is going back to nature, and going barefoot. The resort collects your shoes on the short boat ride from the seaplane to the resort (it's about a 30 minute seaplane ride from Male) and returns your shoes upon departure. The resort even wraps bicycle pedals in fabric, to be more comfortable for barefoot riders.
Soneva Fushi is especially great for families,
Dates: Valid for stay dates until December 20, 2018; some blackout dates apply
Offers
- 4th night free; daily breakfast and dinner included
- Stay 7 nights, pay for 5 nights (6th and 7th nights complimentary); daily breakfast and dinner included
Things to Know
- Offer is valid for all villa categories
- Included breakfast and dinner are available at resort restaurants only (In Villa Dining not included)
- Bonus night(s) include all benefits of paid nights for single/double occupancy or more and for additional guest where additional guest charge has been paid
Soneva Fushi Virtuoso Benefits
- Upgrade on arrival, subject to availability
- Daily Buffet breakfast, for up to two in room guests
- Champagne and Maldivian Tapas
- Original handcrafted arrival and departure mementos
- A complimentary lunch for up to two people, once during stay, excluding alcohol, taxes and gratuities
- Early check-in/late check-out, subject to availability
- Complimentary Wi-Fi
With a minimum 5 night stay guests also receive:
- Shoreline Beach dinner
- Private sunset sailing by Dhoni at Baa Atoll
- Flavorful cuisine (organic vegetables) cooking class for two
4. Four Seasons Maldives at Kuda Huraa: 4th Night Free
If you like the idea of the Maldives but don't want to take a seaplane, Four Seasons Maldives at Kuda Huraa is one of the few luxury resorts that can be reached by speedboat from Male: it takes about 25-30 minutes. It's a smaller island than Landaa Giraavaru, but there's still ample opportunity to take boat trips out for snorkeling and diving, and it's also a fun place to try surfing. Don't miss a relaxing spa treatment at the spa island, reached with its own little boat.
4th Night Free Dates: June 1-June 30, 2018 and September 1-September 30, 2018
7th Night Free Dates: April 6-May 31, 2018
Four Seasons Maldives at Kuda Huraa Preferred Partner Benefits
- Daily full American breakfast for two people per bedroom, served through In-Room Dining or in the hotel restaurant (including buffets)
- Spa credit of USD100 once during stay (not applicable to products)
- Upgrade of one category, based on availability at time of check-in (excluding signature suites, villas, and private residences)
- Complimentary basic Internet in all guest rooms; complimentary premium Internet in all suites
If you've been to any of the above resorts in the Maldives, what was your experience?
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