OBLU SELECT Lobigili

Maldives, Indian Ocean

Virgin rating

Elena Spa
Beach Pool Villa
Beach Pool Villa
Nest Water Villas
Nest Water Villa
Nest Water Villa
Nest Water Villa with Pool
Nest Water Villa with Pool
Swing Bar
Ylang Ylang
Watersports
Swing Bar
Only BLU restaurant
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Elena Spa
Beach Pool Villa
Beach Pool Villa
Nest Water Villas
Nest Water Villa
Nest Water Villa
Nest Water Villa with Pool
Nest Water Villa with Pool
Swing Bar
Ylang Ylang
Watersports
Swing Bar
Only BLU restaurant

The hotel

In the Maldivian language of Dhivehi, ‘Lobi’ means love and ‘Gili’ means island, so therefore Lobigili is, in essence, the island of love. If you’re looking for a romantic trip for two, this is it. Set in an idyllic location with white sandy beaches and sparkling waters, OBLU SELECT Lobigili offers some experiences to make this a trip you will never forget. The largest underwater restaurant in the Maldives, Only BLU offers modern gourmet cuisine with a front row seat to the coral reef – and it’s included in the excellent Lobi Plan. This indulgent plan also includes a complimentary sunset fishing trip and a guided snorkelling trip, so you’ll get to see the best of the island and it’s surroundings after that relax with the included spa treatments. Both the beachfront and over water suites have a modern feel with semi open-air bathrooms and walk-in wardrobes, why not upgrade to the water pool villa for that added luxury of a private infinity pool overlooking the lagoon.

Amenities

  • Sailing
  • Scuba Diving
  • Snorkelling
  • Tennis
  • Windsurfing
  • Bar
  • Fitness Centre/Gym
  • Restaurant
  • Safety Deposit Box
  • Spa
  • Swimming Pool
  • Beachfront location

Where is it

Located on the island of Lobigili, just 15 minutes North West of Male International Airport by boat.

Hotel information

68 stylishly designed villas, all with air-conditioning, tea/coffee-making facilities, iron and ironing board, complimentary mini-bar replenished daily, robe and slippers, hairdryer, flat-screen LCD TV, in-room safe, separate bath tub and rain shower, and complimentary WiFi access. All villas have 1 king-size bed, sleeping 2 adults.

SunNest Beach Pool Villas feature an open air bathroom, cosy veranda, walk-in wardrobe, and a private pool just steps from the beach.

Please note: all rooms have a minimum occupancy of 2 people. Single occupancy is not accepted.

All Inclusive - The Lobi Plan: includes breakfast, lunch, and dinner served at Ylang-Ylang. Selection of freshly prepared local snacks served between 4:00-6:00pm at The Swing Bar. One a la carte fine dining experience per guest per each four nights stayed at Only BLU (pre-booking required, subject to availability). One dining experience per guest per each four nights stayed at Gaadiya 17 Food Truck. Unlimited orders from a wide selection of liquor and premium wines at Ylang Ylang and The Swing Bar, and unlimited orders of signature cocktails from a selected list at The Swing Bar. Soft drinks, mineralised water, and an assortment of tea and coffee available at all outlets. Complimentary use of snorkelling equipment throughout the stay. Complimentary selection of non-motorised water sports. One complimentary sunset fishing trip per guest per stay (weather permitting). One complimentary snorkelling guide trip per guest per stay (weather permitting). In-villa minibar replenished daily with an assortment of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages along with a selection of snacks. Unlimited access to the over water gymnasium. Daily live music performances at The Swing Bar. One 45 minute spa treatment per person per stay (4 night minimum stay required).

Nest Water Villas are situated over the ocean with direct lagoon access, an outdoor shower, and a private overwater hammock.

SunNest Water Pool Villas are similar to the Water Villas, with the addition of a private infinity pool.

  • Booking Bonus: Book by 31 Dec '24 to receive up to 10% off the accommodation cost between 01 Dec '24–17 Oct '25. 

    Terms and conditions apply. Any applicable offers have been calculated into the prices shown. Offers may not be combinable. Blackout dates apply.

Ylang-Ylang (all-day dining with a la carte menu and live cooking stations). The Swing Bar (poolside bar with live music, afternoon snacks, and drinks throughout the day). Only BLU (underwater fine-dining restaurant). Gaadiya 17 Food Truck (casual dining on the beach, serving a range of exotic game meats). Guests can also dine at Element X at OBLU XPERIENCE Ailafushi as this is included within the All Inclusive plan.

Daily live music at The Swing Bar.

Swimming pool. Overwater gym. ELENA Spa*. Snorkelling. Kayaking. Stand-up paddle boarding. Paddle boats. Catamaran sailing* (complimentary with proof of license). Windsurfing* (complimentary with proof of license). Banana boat rides*. Water-skiing*. Knee boarding*. Wakeboarding*. Seabob*. Access to PADI Certified Dive School*, X360 bar and pool, and evening entertainment at OBLU XPERIENCE Ailafushi.

Complimentary WiFi access. 24-hour front desk. Laundry service*.

* Denotes local charge.

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Nov 4, 2024 Ashley D

Our stay here was absolutely amazing. My fiance and I travel often and have specific requests with regards to luxury, customer service, and relaxation. Our trip here exceeded those. Everything that we may have wanted that was not already available, our spectacular hostess, Ruchika, made it happen. We found next to nothing to complain about besides… Read more
Our stay here was absolutely amazing. My fiance and I travel often and have specific requests with regards to luxury, customer service, and relaxation. Our trip here exceeded those. Everything that we may have wanted that was not already available, our spectacular hostess, Ruchika, made it happen. We found next to nothing to complain about besides potential speed improvement on the WiFi. Though it was nice to just unplug while on the island. Food was amazing, service was spectacular, rooms were beautiful. We wanted to experience both villa types last minute and our hostess was also able to help accommodate the request. There are just enough activities to do something while enjoying the freeness and quiet of the island. I love that everything was new and the amenities are great. Our host was very attentive, without disturbing our vibe. As time went on, she was aware of what we liked and made sure they were restocked in our room without us having to ask. She made sure any changes or reservations were taken care of and required no planning on our end which made our trip even more enjoyable. She also assisted with my fiance planning my birthday and our proposal during the trip which was absolute perfection. We enjoyed the under water restaurant, fishing, spa, and snorkeling tour. Hands down 20/10 experience with Lobigili and our amazing hostess, Ruchika. All staff were very friendly and helpful. We definitely plan to return to the island due to such a great experience. Read less
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Nov 4, 2024 GunnerSurrey Surrey

A fabulous very personal island. Just 15 minutes on the speedboat from the airport and you arrive at a little piece of heaven. The saxophonist plays as you disembark onto the Jetty then your host takes you into The Swing Bar for a drink (Bubbles are an option!) After an orientation you are taken on a golf buggy along the one sand road to see… Read more
A fabulous very personal island. Just 15 minutes on the speedboat from the airport and you arrive at a little piece of heaven. The saxophonist plays as you disembark onto the Jetty then your host takes you into The Swing Bar for a drink (Bubbles are an option!) After an orientation you are taken on a golf buggy along the one sand road to see where everything is & then off to your room. Our Water Villa was fabulous with my partner almost moved to tears. We just changed & went out for a swim off our deck. Despite being a little choppy due to the wind we still swam with a Black Tip Shark, perfect start. The AI package had soo much included & the extra experiences for staying a minimum of 4 nights are literally worth their weight in gold as a comp massage & 2 excursion choices out of a reef snorkelling trip, sunset fishing or a sunset boat trip would cost a great amount in most Maldives islands. The food was very good in all three restaurants (We received a meal in their underwater restaurant & food truck as we stayed 4 nights). The main restaurant Ylang Ylang was very good & personal. I’m in need of gluten free which they dealt with really well. Thank you Ester our host & the whole team for a great stay. Read less
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Nov 3, 2024 sammychunk

Just returned from a dream of a holiday that lived up to all expectations and then some. Yes the flight is long but this destination is very worth it. From the personalised greeting on the jetty to the sad farewell, the staff here are a credit to the resort and are the friendliest, most hard working we have come across, nothing is too much… Read more
Just returned from a dream of a holiday that lived up to all expectations and then some. Yes the flight is long but this destination is very worth it. From the personalised greeting on the jetty to the sad farewell, the staff here are a credit to the resort and are the friendliest, most hard working we have come across, nothing is too much trouble. Shout out to Ellen, Rochelle, Gede, Sam and too many others to single out. This is a dream of a relaxing holiday, adults only. Snorkels/life jackets provided - the sealife is incredible, you can see plenty even from the shore. Food is outstanding, incredible variety and quality. We stayed in a nest villa which are situated right on the beach...this proved to be the best option for us; the overwater villas, although amazing are furthest from the restaurant/pool/bar areas. Excellent housekeeping and minibar restocked daily. Big thanks to all for making our stay so thoroughly enjoyable. Read less
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Nov 2, 2024 ADF100 Hamburg, Germany

Back again From the very first visit, Dec. 22, to this amazing island, we were thrilled from start to finish. The friendliness of the entire team was amazing. The food was varied and of high quality. In our Beach Nest Villa we felt very comfortable. Now on our visit again in Oct. 24 we were warmly welcomed again and had a wonderful holiday. The… Read more
Back again From the very first visit, Dec. 22, to this amazing island, we were thrilled from start to finish. The friendliness of the entire team was amazing. The food was varied and of high quality. In our Beach Nest Villa we felt very comfortable. Now on our visit again in Oct. 24 we were warmly welcomed again and had a wonderful holiday. The vegetation on the island has become even more beautiful in recent months. The choice of food is even better. Everyone in the team was always trying to make our holiday enjoyable. We would like to highlight our host, Sam but also Elin, Jenny and Setal.Especially with Elin we had a lot of fun at our meals. The spa team is also doing a very good job. For us it is clear that we will spend our holidays here again next year and are already looking forward to it. Read less
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Oct 29, 2024 Cherylob

Amazing place cannot recommend it enough. We were greeted by the staff on the jetty with a rose and taken for a welcome drink to the bar. We were then introduced to our host Maryem who looked after us during our holiday. All the staff were attentive, friendly and accommodating throughout our stay. It was my husband’s 50th birthday while we… Read more
Amazing place cannot recommend it enough. We were greeted by the staff on the jetty with a rose and taken for a welcome drink to the bar. We were then introduced to our host Maryem who looked after us during our holiday. All the staff were attentive, friendly and accommodating throughout our stay. It was my husband’s 50th birthday while we were on the island and Maryem along with some otter staff went up and beyond their duty to make the day extra special. They decorated the room with balloons and banners happy birthday signs, they set up a picnic outside by the pool We could not of asked for anything better. Amazing food, fantastic weather, we will definitely be returning in the future. Such an amazing place would highly recommend. Read less