Maldivian resorts dominated the Condé Nast Traveler Readers awards this year. The Premier travel destination was the only country to make the top 5 twice in the Best Resorts in the World category while Maldivian resorts also dominated the Top 30 Resorts in The Indian Ocean category.
Naladhu Private Island Maldives in Veligandu Huraa, Maldives ranked fifth in the Best Resorts in the World category.
The resort with 19 expansive guest quarters in South Malé Atoll, provides a level of privacy and personal attention impressive even in the Maldives, read the statement by Condé Nast.
"Weathered-wood accommodations come with a private garden and an infinity pool, high-ceilinged interiors decorated in cane and tropical hues, and an open-air bathroom with L’Occitane products and a sea-facing tub for two,
The Living Room’s dining spaces range from tables set around the all-glass wine cellar to cushioned Indian daybeds under the stars, and a fleet of dhonis adds onboard private dinners. Dedicated butlers, or VGCs (very good chaps), exceed expectations with quiet, smiling service. With a location only a 30-minute speedboat ride from Malé’s international airport, Naladhu represents the Maldives’ most convenient exclusive destination yet." read the statement on Condé Nast's list for the world's best resorts.,
The Nautilus Maldives ranked third on the same list. The recently opened Nautilus Maldives has made immense progress to reach the top of the travel and tourism industry in Maldives as a top-class establishment.
"The property kept things “traditional,” which means one thing when it comes to Maldivian resorts: private bungalows. The 26 houses—some of which sit just off of the beach, while others stretch over the water—all come with private pools, a separate living quarter, and personal butler service,"
"The resort specializes in bespoke vacations, meaning you get to craft your stay to look exactly as you dreamed it: Champagne in bed? Breakfast aboard a luxury yacht? An impromptu swim with manta rays? It's all possible here." read the statement by Condé Nast.
In the Indian Ocean category, Maldivian resorts stormed the entire list with Nautilus Maldives ranking first with an almost perfect score of 99.97 percent. Naladhu Maldives ranked second with a score of 99.95 percent. Lux* North Male Atoll with a score of 99.14 ranked while Soneva Jani ranked fifth with a score of 99.09 percent.
Other resorts on the list include:
- 6th place: Joali Maldives (99)
- 7th place: Anantara Dhigu Maldives Resort (99)
- 8th place: Taj Exotica Resort & Spa, Maldives (98.92)
- 10th place: One&Only Reethi Rah (98.74)
- 11th place: COMO Maalifushi (98.69)
- 12th place: Velaa Private Island (98.67)
- 13th place: Baros Maldives (98.5)
- 14th place: Soneva Fushi (98.42)
- 15th place: The St. Regis Maldives Vommuli Resort (98.4)
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Maldives also ranked as the third-best in the top islands in Africa and Indian Ocean category by Condé Nast. Condé Nast Traveler is a luxury and lifestyle travel magazine published by Condé Nast.
