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Hotel Description

A luxury stay in Dhidhoofinolhu Island awaits you at LUX* South Ari Atoll. You'll be 2.5 km (1.6 mi) from Dhigurah Beach. Highlights at this beach resort include 7 restaurants, 2 bars/lounges, and a full-service spa.

A day of pampering at LUX* Me Spa can include beachside massages, body scrubs, and mani/pedis. The buffet restaurant, MIXE, serves international cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Enjoy the gym, kids' club, spa tub, and sauna. Plus you'll find free WiFi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe, and a snack bar/deli.

Near this 5-star Dhidhoofinolhu Island resort, you'll find Dhidhoofinolhu Marina.

Beach Pavilion

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 3 Max
AU$456* Per night/room 11 Apr. - 12 Apr.

LUX* Villa

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 3 Max

Beach Pool Villa

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 3 Max

Beach Villa

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

Water Villa

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

Romantic Pool Water Villa

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 3 Max

All-inclusive Details

  • Gratuities not included
  • Surcharge for premium food items
  • Snorkelling included
  • Kayaking included
  • Snorkelling excursions included
  • Fitness facilities included
  • Tennis included
  • Yoga classes/lessons included
  • Pilates classes/lessons included
  • On-site live performances included
  • Theme parties included
  • Access to on-site clubs included
  • Premium food items not included
  • Childcare not included
  • Scuba diving excursions not included
  • Scuba diving certification not included
  • Activities/services from independent operators not included
  • Transport to off-site activities not included
  • Off-site tours not included
  • All meals served buffet style
  • Buffet and à la carte dining
  • Surcharge for premium or imported non-alcoholic beverages
  • All available beverages included
  • Room service not included
  • Scuba diving lessons not included
  • Miniature golf not included
  • Sailboats not included
  • Tennis lessons not included
  • On-site entertainment and activities included
  • Minibar beverages - restrictions apply

Property Features

Some rates at LUX* South Ari Atoll are all-inclusive. These rates include onsite meals and beverages, and may include taxes and gratuities. Additional charges may apply for meals at some restaurants, special dinners and dishes, certain beverages, and other amenities. LUX* South Ari Atoll offers its guests a full-service spa, a spa tub, and a sauna. There are 7 restaurants on site, as well as a coffee shop/café and a snack bar/deli. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. Public spaces have free WiFi. You'll find a business center on site. A fitness center, spa services, and a library are also featured at the luxury LUX* South Ari Atoll. This 5-star Dhidhoofinolhu Island resort is smoke free.

  • 193 guestrooms or units
  • 7 dining venues
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Deli
  • Kid's club (surcharge)
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Towels for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Business facilities
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Front-desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Game room or arcade
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Beauty salon
  • No smoking on site

Family Friendly Amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground on site

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Room Amenities

LUX* South Ari Atoll offers 193 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and safes. Beds feature premium bedding. Satellite television is provided. Bathrooms include bathrobes, slippers, bidets, and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily. Amenities available on request include irons/ironing boards.

  • Minibar
  • Day bed
  • In-room dining (24 hours)
  • Television
  • Satellite channels
  • Coffee maker
  • Luxury bedding
  • Cribs (free)
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Nightly turndown service
  • Hair dryer
  • Safe
  • Bathrobes
  • Slippers
  • Toiletries (free)
  • Bidet
  • Telephone
  • Iron and ironing board available
  • Blackout drapes
  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Ensuite bathroom
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste

Food & Drink

MIXE - This beachfront buffet restaurant specializes in international cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting).

East Market and East Bar - Overlooking the ocean, this buffet restaurant specializes in Asian cuisine and serves breakfast and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Reservations are required. Open daily.

Allegria - Overlooking the ocean, this restaurant specializes in Italian cuisine and serves dinner only. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Reservations are required. Open daily.

Senses - This beachfront restaurant serves dinner only. Reservations are required. Open daily.

Umami - Overlooking the ocean, this diner specializes in Japanese cuisine and serves dinner only. Reservations are required. Open daily.

24-hour room service is available.

Spa Services

  • Body treatments
  • Facial treatments
  • Number of treatment rooms 4
  • Massages on beach
  • Manicures and pedicures
  • Body scrubs
  • Massages

Accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.

Hotel Policies

Check-in

  • Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
  • Minimum check-in age is: 18
  • Check-in time ends at midnight

Special check-in instructions:

Guests must transfer to the property via Airplane and must arrange the transfers by contacting the property before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation. 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. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival. 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.

To get to the property, guests need to transfer by Airplane. Transfers need to be confirmed in advance by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation. This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property at least 72 hours prior to arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation.

Check-out

  • Check-out by 11:00 AM

Payment types

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 198 per night.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Pet Policy

  • No pets allowed

Policies

Drones and aerial surveillance devices are not permitted at this property.

Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.

A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.

Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.

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 Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and JCB International. Cash is not accepted.

For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Contactless check-in is available.

  • No lifts
  • Debit cards not accepted
  • Staffed front desk
  • Smoke detector
  • Security system
  • Property is cleaned with disinfectant
  • Staff wear personal protective equipment
  • Guests are provided with free hand sanitiser
  • Social distancing measures are in place
  • Contactless check-in is available
  • Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
  • gap period enforced between guest stays 24 hours
  • Staff temperature checks are conducted regularly
  • Temperature checks are available to guests
  • Bed sheets and towels are washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F
  • Commonly touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant
  • Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures
  • Property does not require health documentation at check-in

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

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

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 198 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

Hotel Names

  • 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

You should know

  • Reservations are needed for massage services. For reservations, contact the resort before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Awards & Affiliations

  • EarthCheck
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Frequently Asked Questions

*Price based on the lowest price found within past 24 hours and based upon one night stay for two adults over the next thirty days. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.