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LUX* South Ari Atoll

5.0 star property
Delightful beach resort with a spa tub
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LUX* South Ari Atoll

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Outdoor pool
Body treatments, massages on the beach, body scrubs, facials
Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, blackout curtains
7 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine
Café

Overview of LUX* South Ari Atoll

Reviews
9.6

Exceptional

Popular amenities

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  • SpaSpaSpa
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
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  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • GymGymGym
South Ari Atoll, Dhidhoofinolhu Island
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Room options

Temptation Pool Villa

cleanliness

Highlights

Private plunge pool
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Blackout curtains
Day bed
Ceiling fan
  • 220 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Romantic Pool Water Villa

cleanliness

Highlights

Private plunge pool
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Blackout curtains
Day bed
Ceiling fan
  • 110 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Water Villa

cleanliness

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Blackout curtains
Day bed
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
  • 98 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Beach Pool Villa

cleanliness

Highlights

Private plunge pool
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Blackout curtains
Day bed
Ceiling fan
  • 116 sq m
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Beach Pavilion

cleanliness

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Blackout curtains
Day bed
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
  • 60 sq m
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

LUX* Villa

cleanliness

Highlights

Private plunge pool
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Blackout curtains
Day bed
Ceiling fan
  • 360 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Beach Villa

cleanliness

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Blackout curtains
Day bed
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
  • 95 sq m
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Villa, 1 King Bed (Romantic Beach Pool)

cleanliness

Highlights

Private plunge pool
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Blackout curtains
Day bed
Ceiling fan
  • 116 sq m
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Family Room (Lagoon Pavilion)

cleanliness

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Blackout curtains
Day bed
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
  • 130 sq m
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

Family Room, 2 Bedrooms

cleanliness

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Premium bedding
2 bedrooms
Ceiling fan
Day bed
  • 120 sq m
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

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About the area

Dhidhoofinolhu Island

LUX* South Ari Atoll is located in Dhidhoofinolhu Island. Dhidhoofinolhu Marina and Maafushivaru Island Jetty are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Dhigurah Beach and Vakarufalhi Island Beach. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby parasailing, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails.

Restaurants

  • East Market
  • Senses Restaurant
  • Mixe
  • Veli Bar
  • Senses Bar

About this property

LUX* South Ari Atoll

Luxury eco-certified resort
At LUX* South Ari Atoll, you can look forward to a terrace, a coffee shop/cafe and a garden. This resort is a great place to bask in the sun with a white sand beach, beachfront dining and beach massages. Treat yourself to a body scrub, a manicure/pedicure or a massage at LUX* Me Spa, the on-site spa. Be sure to enjoy a meal at any of the 7 on-site restaurants, which feature international cuisine and al fresco dining. The gym offers yoga classes and fitness classes; other things to do include windsurfing, sailing and ecotours. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a playground and a hair salon.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • Bike hire, tennis courts and express check-out
  • Express check-in, babysitting (surcharge) and a billiards/pool table
  • A 24-hour front desk, concierge services and a front desk safe
Room features
All 193 rooms offer comforts, such as 24-hour room service and premium bedding, in addition to perks, such as air conditioning and dressing gowns.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Baby baths and free infant beds
  • Bathrooms with outdoor showers and bidets
  • TVs with satellite channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, electric kettles and ceiling fans

All-inclusive details

All-inclusive room rates at LUX* South Ari Atoll are available. These rates are higher because they include on-site food and beverages in the room rate (some restrictions may apply).

Food and beverages

Buffet and à la carte meals, snacks and beverages included
In-room minibar (some restrictions)

Water activities

Kayaking
Snorkelling
Snorkelling excursions

Land activities

Fitness facilities
Tennis

Lessons/classes/games

Pilates
Yoga

Entertainment

On-site entertainment and activities
Access to on-site nightclubs
On-site live performances
Theme parties

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in EarthCheck – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage and the local economy.

Languages

Arabic, Chinese (Mandarin), Dutch, English, French, German, Hindi, Indonesian, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 7 restaurants
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Allegria
  • East Market and East Bar
  • MIXE
  • Senses
  • Umami

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Beach yoga
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Children's club
  • Ecotours
  • Fishing
  • Fitness classes
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Kayaking
  • Library
  • Motor boating
  • Personal motorised watercraft
  • Playground
  • Rowing/canoeing
  • Sailing
  • Sauna
  • Spa tub
  • Steam room
  • Tennis
  • Volleyball
  • Water skiing
  • Windsurfing

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Baby bath
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's club (surcharge)
  • Free cot
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Stroller

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Turndown service

Business services

  • Business centre

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach towels
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • 4 treatment rooms
  • Body scrubs
  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Spa open daily

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • No lift

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Day bed
  • Free cot
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Outdoor shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests must transfer to the property via aeroplane and must arrange the transfers by contacting the property before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification. Any other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival.
This property is accessible only by seaplane transfer from Velana International Airport (MLE). The flight is 25-35 minutes in duration. Guests must contact the property with their international flight details at least 4 days before their expected arrival date so that the property can pre-book seaplane transfers (surcharge). Any flight booking made within 3 days before arrival is subject to availability.
Guests will have access to the seaplane lounge at Velana Airport while they wait for their flight to the property. Seaplane transfers are provided by a third party and transfers in connection with all international flights will be arranged by them. Every effort will be made to transfer guests to the resort within 2 hours of their arrival at the lounge. Seaplane operating hours between the resort and the airport are available from 6 AM to 4 PM (during daylight hours only).
Seaplane baggage allowance is 44 pounds (20 kilograms) for checked bags, and 11 pounds (5 kilograms) for carry-on bags, per person. Fees of USD 5 per kilogram apply for excess baggage, excluding taxes.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 198 per night.
Free cots are available on request at the property

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: USD 6.00 per person, per night
  • Aeroplane transfer per adult: USD 488 (return)
  • Aeroplane transfer per child: USD 244 (return), from 2 to 11 years old

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 198 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Drones and aerial surveillance devices are not permitted at this property.

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Reservations are required for massage services; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

LUX South Ari Atoll Resort Dhidhoofinolhu Island
LUX Hotel Maldives
LUX South Ari Atoll Dhidhoofinolhu Island
Maldives LUX
LUX South Ari Atoll Hotel
LUX South Ari Atoll
LUX* South Ari Atoll Resort
LUX* South Ari Atoll Resort Villas
LUX* South Ari Atoll Dhidhoofinolhu Island
LUX* South Ari Atoll Resort Dhidhoofinolhu Island

Frequently asked questions

Is LUX* South Ari Atoll pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at LUX* South Ari Atoll?

As of 28 Mar 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at LUX* South Ari Atoll on 13 Apr 2024 start from ₹24,737.13, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at LUX* South Ari Atoll?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at LUX* South Ari Atoll?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Are there all-inclusive benefits at LUX* South Ari Atoll?

Some rate plans available at this property are all-inclusive.

Where is LUX* South Ari Atoll located?

Situated in Dhidhoofinolhu Island, this resort is 1.6 mi (2.5 km) from Dhigurah Beach.

LUX* South Ari Atoll Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 226 out of 283 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 45 out of 283 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 283 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 283 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 283 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

dhanesh

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sistla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tara

Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tashia

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing week. Incredible facilities and staff. Food was outstanding and the diving was the absolute best! Service from all staff was impeccable. Highly recommend Lux to anyone looking for a relaxing vacation!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cassandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lux South ari atoll exceeded my expectations in every way. We initially booked because we knew it was near an area where whale sharks are frequently encountered and we wanted an overwater villa with an infinity pool. We booked through hotels.com/Expedia where I have gold status- we received an upgraded villa (from romance to temptation villa) and 20% off of spa services. We also received several branded gifts from the hotel- a caftan, hat, fan, bracelet. The attention to detail was phenomenal- staff knew our itinerary (moving on to a dive liveaboard after the hotel, time and location we needed to be to meet the boat, etc). We were given a concierge at check in which allowed us to communicate via WhatsApp with her the length of the stay. The room: We arrived early (before check in) and our room wasn’t ready yet, so we were assigned a room that we could stay in while waiting for ours to be cleaned. This was on the main island and we thought it was nice overall- it had a very cute private outdoor shower and tub and the decor was nice. When we were brought to our new room, the temptation villa, it was completely unbelievable. There was a sitting area with a cut out in the floor where we could watch the fish swim under the villa. We had the all inclusive package - so the mini bar was included which consisted of various juices and sodas, a bottle of gin and vodka, a bottle of red and white wine, and snacks. The bathroom was MUCH upgraded from the other standard room.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Husam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All i need to say is WOW. The property, the staff, the great variety of food and the villas! The staff at LUX exceeded our expectations which made our honeymoon so perfect. This is the place to go!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Elena

Travelled with family
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Abdel elah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
An excellent all around resort to enjoy the sun and the beach in the Maldives. The island is big enough for privacy and seclusion yet intimate and walkable. The all inclusive option is well worth it and the food/drinks are great. I’d highly recommend this property if you’re considering a visit to the Maldives.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Stephanie Erin

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property is AMAZING. Our room (the Water Villa) was the most beautiful room I have ever stayed in and I honestly could have stayed in the room the whole time and been happy. Every single restaurant is incredible and delicious. If you just want to eat and relax you'll be in heaven. However if you want activities- the resort also has those. In 5 days I still didn't have enough time to do all I wanted. A lot of the activities overlap which can make it a bit difficult to get to everything. But they are very worth it. The staff is friendly and kind. Special shout outs to Allan the chef, Mofezul the driver, and the marine biologists whose names I forgot. My one complaint is there was a fair bit of miscommunication. I had booked several activities prior to my trip and found that most werent done when I got there. Multiple times staff seemed to be confused on what restaurants were open. We actually gave up the 1st night and just got room service after being taken to 2 closed restaurant. Our honeymoon arrangements werent done though they did get to it later in the week. Because of some cancellations due to poor weather (not the resorts fault of course) I was not able to do manta ray snorkeling or see a manta ray which bummed me out. I must have talked to 3 separate staff members about this. Then as I was waiting for the seaplane to leave the resort, a staff member told me they come to the dock most nights and staff could text me to come see them! That would have been nice to know.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wow, wow, wow! Resort was amazing! Food and drinks were great! Staff went above and beyond in helping in every way!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023