Tips for a budget-friendly visit to the Maldives:2. Pick a resort that offers boat transfers from Male airport, this avoids the expensive internal flight costs.3. Book your international flights well in advance and if you don’t mind stopping en route you’ll save some pennies.Saii Lagoon Maldives
Located just 15 minutes away from Malé International Airport by boat, Saii Lagoon Maldives offers an exceptional island resort experience set amidst a multi-island destination. Teaming up with The Marina at Crossroads Maldives, the largest lifestyle hub in the Maldives, it presents a unique and inspiring retreat. This cerulean bolthole caters to couples, families, and friends alike, providing a perfect blend of tranquility and playful experiences, making it one of the top choices for a getaway in the Maldives.
HOW: Nightly rates at Saii Lagoon Maldives via Timbuktu start from £294 (currently approx. $376) per night per person / £1,961 (currently approx. $2,508) per week per person on a B&B basis in a Beach Room, inclusive of boat transfers.
Hard Rock Maldives
Located within Emboodhoo Lagoon, Hard Rock Hotel Maldives offers direct access to the Marina at Crossroads, an entertainment island with dining, shopping, and more. Accommodation consists of 178 guest rooms, suites, villas, and overwater villas that are inspired by the local culture, and feature tropical architecture infused with contemporary design. All rooms offer stunning ocean views and legendary amenities, including a fully-stocked minibar, a flat-screen TV, high-speed Wi-Fi access and an outdoor deck or balcony with sun-beds. Guests can enjoy the delectable on-site food and beverage options, ranging from international flavours at Sessions to American classics at the signature Hard Rock Cafe. Guests can also take advantage of the exclusive brand offerings such as the renowned full-service Rock Spa, a Rock Shop, Roxity Kids Club and Teen Spirit Club. Additional amenities include a poolside bar, a dive and water-sports centre, a fitness centre and an outdoor swimming pool.
HOW: Nightly rates at Hard Rock Maldives via Timbuktu start from £330 (currently approx. $422) per night per person / £2,204 (currently approx. $2,819) per week per person on a B&B basis in a Silver Sky Room, inclusive of boat transfers.
Bandos Maldives
From its home on a palm-studded island, Bandos packs a lot of punch and in quintessential Maldivian style, you could spend every hour exploring the (many!) diving spots and there would still be more to see. Set amongst the treeline or out on the water, Bandos has a collection of thatched villas, each with its own brand of beachy charm. With a large pool at its centre, the resort is a hive of family-friendly activities, ranging from the treasure hunts for the kids to sailing along the coastline in a glass-bottomed boat or an adrenaline-pumping jet ski ride!
HOW: Nightly rates at Bandos Maldives via Timbuktu start from £176 (currently approx. $225) per night per person / £1,567 (currently approx. $2,004) per week per person on a B&B basis in a Standard Beachfront Room, inclusive of boat transfers.
Kurumba Maldives
The Kurumba Maldives resort will charm you with its unparalleled choice of dining experiences, recreational activities, and entertainment while maintaining idyllic refuges and quiet spaces of relaxation to create the perfect balance for a holiday in paradise, perfect for honeymooners and families alike.
HOW: Nightly rates at Kurumba Maldives via Timbuktu start from £176 (currently approx. $225) per night per person / £1,567 (currently approx. $2,004) per week per person on a B&B basis in a Superior Room, inclusive of boat transfers.