Lux* South Ari Atoll Resort & Villas, Dhidhoofinolhu ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

Dhidhoofinolhu, Dhidhoofinolhu, Maldives

Perfect

9.5

/10

4.9

4.7

“The hotel's location is absolutely stunning, with gorgeous beaches all around and endless opportunities for snorkeling and diving just steps away!”view full review

Lux* South Ari Atoll Resort & Villas, a 5-star retreat with a 9.5/10 Booking.com rating, offers chic beach bungalows and overwater villas with private pools. Guests can enjoy a variety of amenities, including 8 restaurants, a dive center, and the LUX* ME Spa for wellness treatments.

Rooms & Amenities

Lux* South Ari Atoll Resort & Villas features 193 elegant villas with categories ranging from beach pavilions to water villas, catering to various preferences. Each villa includes direct lagoon access, furnished outdoor spaces, and modern amenities such as AC and minibars.

Dining & Nearby Options

The resort showcases 8 restaurants and 5 bars offering diverse cuisines including Japanese, Mediterranean, and Indian. The main restaurant, MIXE, serves global dishes on a sandy beach with performances by local entertainers.

Leisure & Family Activities

An extensive range of leisure activities includes diving, kite surfing, and yoga classes. Families have access to tailored activities at the PLAY club and can enjoy beach cinema nights or coral planting.

Transportation & Activities

LUX* South Ari Atoll provides seamless transportation options with a 25-minute seaplane ride from Velana International Airport. The resort is located within a marine protected area, rich in marine life, perfect for memorable excursions.

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Lux* South Ari Atoll Resort & Villas offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Beachfront Infinity Pool Villa

2 persons

1465 sq. feet

1 King-size bed

Air conditioning

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Water Villa

2 persons

1055 sq. feet

1 King-size bed

Air conditioning

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Temptation Pool Water Villa

2 persons

2370 sq. feet

1 King-size bed

Air conditioning

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Beach Villa

4 persons

1025 sq. feet

1 King-size bed

Air conditioning

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Facilities

Lux* South Ari Atoll Resort & Villas offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Delicious Culinary Delights!

“Every meal was a treat; each restaurant offered mouthwatering dishes that exceeded our expectations.” view full review

Great Concierge!

“The personal concierge service was a game-changer, providing daily updates on activities and restaurant bookings via WhatsApp.” view full review

Fun Activities Galore!

“There were endless activities to keep us engaged, from snorkeling to beach cycling, making our stay exciting every day.” view full review

Immaculately Clean Villas

“Our water villa was pristine and well-maintained, making it a comfortable and inviting retreat for our family.” view full review

Facilities: Perfect

9.7/10Review score

General

Non-smoking rooms
Wi-Fi
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
VIP check-in/ -out
Express check-in/ -out
No pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
24-hour security
Locker room
Private beach
Hairdresser
Coffee shop
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access

Sports & Fitness

Fitness centre
Wind surfing
Diving
Snorkelling
Canoeing
Cycling
Tennis court
Badminton
Billiard tables
Darts
Table tennis
Yoga class
Fishing

Services

Paid airport shuttle
Room service
Laundry
Tours/Ticket assistance
Welcome drink
Happy hour

Dining

In-room breakfast
Restaurant
Snack bar
Bar/ Lounge area
Picnic area/ Tables
Dinner
Packed lunches
Special diet menus

Business

Business centre
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Babysitting/Child services
Children's buffet
Board games
Children's play area
Kids club
Game room

Facilities for people with disabilities

Toilet for disabled
Bathroom for disabled

Spa & Leisure

Outdoor swimming pool
Beach access
Beach umbrellas
Sun loungers
Live entertainment
Garden area
BBQ facilities
Spa & wellness centre
Sauna
Steam room
Pedicure
Manicure
Waxing
Body scrub
Facial
Treatment room
Massage
Pool with view
Shallow end
Make up services

Room features

Air conditioning
Mini-bar
Terrace
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Lux* South Ari Atoll Resort & Villas Location

Dhidhoofinolhu, Dhidhoofinolhu, Maldives

Map view

Dhidhoofinolhu, Dhidhoofinolhu, Maldives

City landmarks

Island

Didu

2.4 mi

Nearby

Dhiddhoofinolhu

800 ft

Getting around

City Centre

Dhidhoofinolhu2 min · 400 ft

Airports

Villa International Maamigili (VAM)11 min · 4.5 mi

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Property information and rules

Check-in

from 14:00-23:59

Check-out

until 11 am

Guest Parking

No parking available.

Internet

Wireless internet is available in for free.

Breakfast

At the hotel Lux* South Ari Atoll Resort & Villas guests are invited to a full breakfast served for free.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Languages

English, German, Spanish, Italian, Dutch, Portuguese, Japanese, Chinese, Russian, Arabic, Korean, Hindi, Bahasa Indonesian

Number of rooms:

193

Former name

Diva Maldives

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback about Lux* South Ari Atoll Resort & Villas from previous guests about their experience.

Review score

Based on 111 verified reviews

9.6/10

Perfect

98%

Recommend

Breakfast

10.0/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Comfort

9.7/10

Facilities

9.7/10

Free Wi-Fi

7.5/10

Location

9.4/10

Paid Wi-Fi

10.0/10

Staff

9.8/10

Value for money

8.4/10

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