★★★★★ South Ari Atoll, Machchafushi, MV
9.1 guest rating· 29 reviews
Meliá Whale Lagoon Maldivas holds a five-star rating in its official classification, the requirement for every property in the Hotels of Earth collection.
The service side of those stars shows in its listing: Fitness facilities, Fitness center, Swimming pool, Room service and Sauna.
Luxurious Beachfront Accommodation
Barceló Whale Lagoon Maldives offers a 5-star experience in Machchafushi with stunning sea views and top-notch amenities.
Unparalleled Facilities
Enjoy the outdoor swimming pool, fitness centre, and garden during your stay. Benefit from room service, a 24-hour front desk, and free WiFi throughout the property.
Comfortable and Modern Rooms
Relax in well-equipped rooms featuring a desk, flat-screen TV, air conditioning, and a private bathroom.
Book your stay at Barceló Whale Lagoon Maldives for a truly unforgettable experience by the beach!
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Sleeps 4 · 78 m² · Large bed
The hot tub is the standout feature of this villa. The air-conditioned villa has 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower and a bath. Boasting a terrace with sea views, this villa also features a tea and coffee maker and a flat-screen TV. The unit has 1 bed.
Sleeps 4 · 85 m² · Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)
This villa's standout feature is the hot tub. The air-conditioned villa has 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower and a bath. Boasting a terrace with sea views, this villa also offers a tea and coffee maker and a flat-screen TV. The unit has 1 bed.
Sleeps 4 · 85 m² · Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)
This villa's special feature is the hot tub. The air-conditioned villa features 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower and a bath. Featuring a terrace with sea views, this villa also provides a tea and coffee maker and a flat-screen TV. The unit offers 1 bed.
Sleeps 4 · 114 m² · Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)
Guests will have a special experience as this villa provides a pool with a view and a hot tub. The air-conditioned villa features 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower and a bath. Featuring a terrace with sea views, this villa also offers a tea and coffee maker and a flat-screen TV. The unit offers 1 bed.
Sleeps 4 · 114 m² · Extra-large double bed (Super-king size), 2× Twin bed
This double room's standout feature is the private pool. The spacious double room offers air conditioning, a mini-bar, a coffee machine, as well as a terrace.
Sleeps 4 · 78 m² · Double bed, 2× Twin bed
The spacious double room features air conditioning, a mini-bar, a coffee machine, as well as a terrace.
Sleeps 2 · 85 m² · Extra-large double bed (Super-king size), 2× Double bed
The spacious double room features air conditioning, a mini-bar, a coffee machine, as well as a terrace.
Sleeps 2 · 85 m² · Extra-large double bed (Super-king size), 2× Twin bed
The spacious double room provides air conditioning, a mini-bar, a coffee machine, as well as a terrace.
Sleeps 4 · 78 m² · Double bed, 2× Twin bed
The spacious double room offers air conditioning, a mini-bar, a coffee machine, as well as a terrace.
Sleeps 3 · 78 m² · Sofa bed
This villa's special feature is the hot tub. This villa consists of 1 living room, 1 separate bedroom and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower and free toiletries. Featuring a terrace with sea views, this villa also provides air conditioning and a flat-screen TV. The unit offers 2 beds.
South Ari Atoll, Machchafushi, MV
True paradise
10.0Everything was phenomenal - but the real standout was the staff. They were absolutely lovely and welcoming - it truly felt like home!!
− Have no negative things to say
Holiday in paradise, shame about the illness.
8.0Truly beautiful setting and place to stay. Staff are amazing, beach villa was out of this world!
− Unfortunately we both had stomach upset during our stay. This was a shame as overall both restaurants were very good with plenty of choices.
Onna pisitive note, it wa very relaxing . My room was kept clean and tidy daily.
8.0The location, the spa, the staff at the spa, sunset over water (was expecting a full view of sunset but it was actually to the side-felt a bit ripped off over that- a better explanation would suffice) The buffet needs help, food was mediocre, Breeze Bar needs help , customer service there is awful, wanted to sit at the bar and was actually kicked out by the bartender one evening about4pm while waiting fir my luggage to arrive on the late plane about 430pm-5p. Then at 12noon next day, only one guy manning the bar, he was bartender and server, i felt awful for him as it was busy time, everyone wanted drinks at that time. Jet skiing was too expensive, even the USA would not charge that exorbitant price of $300+ for 30 minutes. On the plus side, kayaking was part of all inclusive and free. The singer and guitarist could sing a more upbeat songs rather than sad heart broken songs
− See above The mini bar needs help, a can of chips and chocolate bar, 1 Carlsberg beer and the rest sodas. Don’t drink sodas . There’s no wine or hard liquor (the mini bottles). TV needs update, consider internet tv
Island was nice, staff very friendly and helpful. Food was edible but disappointing
5.0The staff were very pleasant and helpful, rooms were cleaned daily to a high standard and mini bar replenished. Having travelled to the Maldives a number of times, it is always a great location. Villas on the beach, nice pool area and spa.
− The food was poor, such a mixture of food groups and often cold unless you had food from the grill which was cooked fresh. Fully understand it must be difficult to cater to various nationalities, but still made meal times uneventful. Sadly, hotel did implement dress code for dinner, which was disappointing. Other guest were extremely inconsiderate, cutting lines to order food, no pleasant requests to the chefs either. Guests on their phones whilst eating taking video calls and this was every evening, taking the ambience out of the experience. No consideration for other guests around them - very disappointing.
Paradise island with amazing staff
9.0The food offering was excellent and the staff were all fantastic. Our water villa was lovely and the cleaning staff did a great job of servicing the room regularly.
− The equipment in the Teen club could be renewed and improved - mainly the pool cue and the table tennis equipment. The wine offering was pretty poor and good be improved slightly for little extra cost. They could also offer some more wines by the glass (for a fee) rather than just have a by the bottle list.
Please share your flight details with the property at least 8 days before your arrival to secure your seat(s) for a transfer.
Any guests arriving in international flights after 16:00 will have to arrange their own accommodation for the first night with their own expenses and travel to the resort the next day, also note that guests departing on international flights earlier than 09:00 will have to depart the resort one day prior to reach the international airport on time.
SEAPLANE TRANSFERS: Rates in USD per person (return), incl. 17% T-GST. Seaplanes operate daylight only (arrivals 06:00–15:30; departures from 09:00). Early/late flights require overnight in Malé at guest’s cost; prior night guarantees early check-in. Operated by TMA; schedules confirmed the evening prior. Send full details 7 days in advance; bookings under 72h subject to availability. Cancellations as per accommodation policy. Baggage: 20kg checked + 5kg hand luggage.
A deposit may be required at the property.