OBLU SELECT Sangeli

Maldives, Indian Ocean

Virgin rating

Beach Villa
Water Villa
Beach Villa with Pool
Beach Villa with Pool
Beach Villa
Water Villas
Water Villa
Water Villa
Water Villa With Pool
Water Villa with Pool
The Sangs pool bar
The Sangs pool bar
The Sangs pool bar
The Courtyard
The Courtyard
One Banyan Island
The Courtyard
The Courtyard
Beach Villa with Pool
Beach Villas
Honeymoon SELECT Ocean Villa
Honeymoon SELECT Ocean Villa
Honeymoon SELECT Ocean Villas
Honeymoon SELECT Ocean Villa
Honeymoon SELECT Ocean Villa
Two Bedroom Beach Pool Suite
Two Bedroom Beach Pool Suite
Two Bedroom Beach Pool Suite
Two Bedroom Beach Pool Suite
Two Bedroom Beach Pool Suite
Water Villa
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Beach Villa
Water Villa
Beach Villa with Pool
Beach Villa with Pool
Beach Villa
Water Villas
Water Villa
Water Villa
Water Villa With Pool
Water Villa with Pool
The Sangs pool bar
The Sangs pool bar
The Sangs pool bar
The Courtyard
The Courtyard
One Banyan Island
The Courtyard
The Courtyard
Beach Villa with Pool
Beach Villas
Honeymoon SELECT Ocean Villa
Honeymoon SELECT Ocean Villa
Honeymoon SELECT Ocean Villas
Honeymoon SELECT Ocean Villa
Honeymoon SELECT Ocean Villa
Two Bedroom Beach Pool Suite
Two Bedroom Beach Pool Suite
Two Bedroom Beach Pool Suite
Two Bedroom Beach Pool Suite
Two Bedroom Beach Pool Suite
Water Villa

The hotel

They dare to be different on Sangeli island, on Malé Atoll’s north-west perimeter — where creative minds have concocted a dazzling design hotel that’s a far cry from the simplistic rustic retreats of ‘old Maldives’. Edgy features make it feel fabulously fresh and innovative, but there’s still a nod to authentic Maldives in your super-spacious beach-skimming villa. The main Sangeli Island and the smaller adults-only island, One Banyan, are linked by a string of overwater villas, plus the exclusive honeymoon select ocean villas— you can amble between the spa, gym, dining venues and recreation and water sports hubs at your leisure. And, the premium all-inclusive Serenity Plan provides complimentary treats along the way, including a daily mini-bar refill, two fine dining experiences a week, unlimited drinks, one 45 minute spa treatment for every 4 night stay per couple and selected excursions, activities and water sports.

Amenities

  • Kayaking
  • Scuba Diving
  • Snorkelling
  • Kids Club
  • Bar
  • Evening Entertainment
  • Fitness Centre/Gym
  • Beachfront location

Where is it

On the north-western edge of the Malé Atoll, this resort is set over two small islands linked by a curve of water villas, with the spa and two restaurants on the smaller island, and most other amenities on the larger island. Complimentary speedboat transfer to and from Malé International Airport: 50 minutes, operating 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. On arrival day, guests will be met by representatives at the airport and escorted to the speedboat jetty. A boat host will be on hand to ensure a smooth journey.

Hotel information

137 villas and suites, all with air-conditioning, safe, tea/coffee-making facilities, hairdryer, complimentary WiFi access, complimentary mini-bar replenished daily, iron and ironing board, mini bar, flat-screen LCD TV, bathrobe, and slippers.

Beach Villas are 81m² standalone villas facing the lagoons, and have a semi open-air bathroom, direct beach access, and 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 3 adults.

Serenity Plan: All-Inclusive of: buffet breakfast, lunch and dinner at The Courtyard, plus one visit included at either JustWok or Just Grill, for lunch or dinner, for a one to three-night stay (two visits included, for a four to seven-night stay; three visits included, for an eight to 11-night stay; four visits included for a 12-night stay and above. Pre-booking required, as per availability. Children under 16 years can dine at specialty restaurants during dinner only). Freshly prepared local afternoon snacks at the Hedhikka Hut. A selection of drinks including regular international brands spirits, wines, and beers, cocktails, mocktails, soft drinks, mineral water, tea and coffee from The Courtyard, JustWok, Just Grill, The Sangs Bar, One Banyan Bar and The Rock. In-room mini-bar (beer, wine, soft drinks and snacks, replenished once per day). Water sports including stand up paddle boarding, kayaking, pedalo rental and snorkelling equipment. One complimentary sunset fishing trip per stay (weather permitting) and one complimentary excursion per stay from a selection. Entertainment (live music three times a week, DJ twice a week). Weekly, seasonal group activities, including yoga and pilates. Kids’ club.One 45-minute spa treatment pp for every 4-7 night stay. Two 45-minute spa treatments pp for every 8-11 night stay. Three 45-minute spa treatments pp for every 12-15 nights stay. Unlimited access to fitness centre. 

Please note: All-Inclusive will cease at 11:00am on day of departure. Some items may incur a supplement, such as premium brand drinks. 

Beach Villas with Pool feature a 13m² private plunge pool, and direct beach access ,with 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 3 adults.

Water Villas are set over the ocean with direct lagoon access, ocean view bathtub and rain shower, private sundeck with loungers, and 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 2 adults.

Water Villas with pool are the same as water villas, with the addition of an outdoor bed and private pool, featuring 1 king-size bed, sleeping 2 adults.

Honeymoon Select Ocean Villas are intimate over water villas with a private pool, sunset views, and an outdoor shower, sleeping maximum 2 adults. These villas include direct check-in at your villa, welcome bottle of champagne with canapés and fruit platter, dine-around in all three restaurants throughout the stay, one couples massage per stay (for stays of 4 nights or more), special evening turn-down service, dedicated butler service, and in-villa breakfast once during stay.

Two Bedroom Beach Pool Suites feature two open-air bathrooms, spacious living area, direct beach access, veranda with comfy daybed, and a private pool. One master bedroom has 1 king-size bed, with the secondary bedroom featuring twin beds, sleeping maximum 4 adults and 2 children.

  • Booking Bonus: Book by 31 Dec '24 to receive up to 15% off the accommodation cost between 01 Nov '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. 

  • Booking Bonus: Book by 31 Dec '24 to receive up to 15% off the accommodation cost booking between 7 Nov '24–17 Oct '25. 

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

3 restaurants: The Courtyard (all-day dining menu with buffet, live cooking stations, and theme nights), JustWok (fine-dining, contemporary Pan-Asian menu, outdoor dining area), Just Grill (fine dining seafood and meat grill menu, open for lunch and dinner). The Sangs pool bar (with fresh local afternoon snacks by Mr Fry).

Music and DJ nights (three times a week). Live music (weekly).

Outdoor swimming pool, One Banyan Pool (adults-only) and kids' pool. ELENA Spa*. Fitness centre. TGI Dive & Water Sports Centre* (stand-up paddle boarding, kayaking, pedalo, snorkelling equipment, diving* and sunset fishing trips – weather permitting). Unlimited snorkelling excursions included during stay. Excursions*.

Complimentary WiFi.

* Denotes local charge.

Please note: One Banyan Island is an adults-only island from sunrise to sunset (children are allowed to attend the two specialty restaurants for dinner).

Please note: to ensure our customer's safety, we are unable to offer over water accommodation to children under the age of 12.

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Traveller rating

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Nov 18, 2024 341swapnilk

Excellent experience overall. Food, cleanliness and experiences were amazing. Sikdar our villa servicer was the best. He decorated our room for our honeymoon. I’m a vegetarian and found variety of options in dining for myself. - Swapnil Kalra
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Excellent Serice from Staff & nice property

Nov 11, 2024 Camper18982863749 Mumbai, India

Excellent service from all staff but a special thanks for chef Rahul. As I had a lot of food intolerances & restrictions. Rahul made sure that I was looked after and attended to all my needs and tailor made the food accordingly to my liking . Thanks Rahul & all staff for wonderful experience.
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Nov 11, 2024 Jamie C

So yes the Maldives itself is a paradise but this resort is the perfect fit. Arrival was smooth and check in very easy. Immediately shown to our Deluxe Pool Villa and followed by our luggage 5 minutes later. The room was fantastic. Extremely clean and spacious, fantastic bathroom, great pool and 4M from the beach. It was cleaned to a very high… Read more
So yes the Maldives itself is a paradise but this resort is the perfect fit. Arrival was smooth and check in very easy. Immediately shown to our Deluxe Pool Villa and followed by our luggage 5 minutes later. The room was fantastic. Extremely clean and spacious, fantastic bathroom, great pool and 4M from the beach. It was cleaned to a very high standard everyday, minibar kept well stocked and turn down also good. We were very happy. Food: We liked Just Wok and Just Grill but we all preferred the buffet. Just Gill and Just Wok serve lovely food in a beautiful and fairly intimate setting. The Buffet restaurant serves a fantastic variety of food for all 3 meals - I think it is the best buffet we have experienced and we have travelled a fair bit. I like Indian and Maldivian food very much so the authentic options were a big selling point for me! Drink: Great selection and great service all the time Pool: Brilliant. Very clean and more than we hoped for. Lots of sun beds and was the hub of the hotel for us. Adult only Pool and Bar: We didn’t really use this as we had 8 year old twins with us. I didn’t miss it or feel the need to use it but I imagine if you do not have children it would be nice and relaxing. Sang’s Bar: This is the main bar next to the Pool. It was very nice with a wide selection of alcohol and soft drinks. Staff are very friendly and will always meet your needs. Rock Bar: Nice to visit each evening or on the occasional evening. It could do with 2 cocktails a day rather than 1. Kids loved it as different fish appear at night. Also it is a fantastic sunset and sky. The staff are what really makes this resort special. They are extremely attentive and couldn’t do more for you. Any worries or issues you have are immediately resolved (not that we had any). I can’t compliment them enough. Special thanks to Lahiru and his team at the Sang’s Bar. Lahiru was fantastic and couldn’t have been better with our children. He was genuine and an outstanding addition to our holiday as well as the rest of his team. THANKS! In the restaurant Sahiba was so kind and friendly and is a real asset to the resort in general. There were many others worth mentioning but I didn’t always catch their names! Snorkelling: The house reef is very nice. We saw turtles most days, sharks, rays and a huge abundance of fish. Exactly what you would expect from the Maldives. We spent a lot of time in the sea and were never disappointed. Spa: We were entitled to 3 free treatments per adult. These were very good indeed. The best I have had included in any resort. Highly recommended. Generally this is a proper 5 star resort. The staff are also 5 star which goes a long way. I think it is likely we will return which is rare for us! I can’t thank the OBLU Sangeli resort enough. We loved it and will never forget it. Jamie, Tracy, Jack and Lily (207) Read less
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Nov 8, 2024 Marmite2003 Los Alcazares, Spain

Firstly the location - stunning. Pictures will never capture the beauty of the view from anywhere on the resort, especially from our water villa. As for the resort itself, that is also fantastic. The staff in particular are wonderful - polite, professional, thoughtful and always looking for ways to make your stay as good as it can be. A… Read more
Firstly the location - stunning. Pictures will never capture the beauty of the view from anywhere on the resort, especially from our water villa. As for the resort itself, that is also fantastic. The staff in particular are wonderful - polite, professional, thoughtful and always looking for ways to make your stay as good as it can be. A special mention to Sikdar from housekeeping, Raj for the best Pina Coladas at the Adults Only bar area, Prince and Mona from TGI Diving and Aslan for his lunchtime banter. The food - sooooo good. There is a main restaurant, The Courtyard, which serves breakfast, lunch and dinner as a buffet. There's a good choice of different dishes at each meal, and the Indian cuisine is particularly good. There is another restaurant in the Adults Only area that serves a limited lunchtime menu, but yet again the food is excellent. Also in this area are the Just Wok and Just Grill restaurants. If you're on the resort for a week you get to visit each of these once. Don't miss it as the food and service at both are superb. The Dive Centre - Excellent but a bit expensive compared to other dive centres. However the diving is amazing. So many things to see and the visibility was great. Any negatives? A couple but minor and 1st world TBH. Our room was really lovely but there are a couple of bits that would benefit from a bit of TLC, especially the pool which was in need of a regrout. And we prefer being served more often when we eat and this was limited as explained above. Did either of these detract from our enjoyment of our time in the resort? Most definitely not. Overall an absolutely fantastic time, and many wonderful memories made 😊 Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Perfection of our honeymoon

Nov 5, 2024 asliihanay

Everything was beyond the perfection, the stuff was so friendly; when we saw one of them, every single time; they smiled or said to us ‘hello’ I want to thank all the team member, because of their hospitality, especially Sholpan who was at the reception. She welcomed us with her beautiful expression, and until the our last day.