LUX* South Ari Atoll

5.0 star property
Elegant beach resort and hot tub
VIP Access

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Terrace/patio
Cafe
Exterior
Romantic Pool Water Villa | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes
Outdoor pool

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Bar
  • Gym
  • Room service

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South Ari Atoll, Dhidhoofinolhu Island
  • Dhidhoofinolhu Marina
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Dhigurah Beach
  • Maafushivaru Island Beach
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Room options

Temptation Pool Villa

  • 2368 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Romantic Pool Water Villa

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 1184 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Water Villa

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1055 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Beach Pool Villa

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1249 sq ft
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Beach Pavilion

  • 646 sq ft
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

LUX* Villa

  • 3875 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Beach Villa

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1023 sq ft
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Villa, 1 King Bed (Romantic Beach Pool)

  • 1248 sq ft
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Family Room (Lagoon Pavilion)

  • 1399 sq ft
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Family Room, 2 Bedrooms

  • 1292 sq ft
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Dhidhoofinolhu Island

LUX* South Ari Atoll places you next to Ari Atoll and within 2 miles (3 km) of Dhigurah Beach. This 5-star resort welcomes guests with 193 rooms and conveniences like a full-service spa, free in-room WiFi, and a gym.

What's nearby

  • Ari Atoll - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Dhidhoofinolhu Marina - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles

Restaurants

  • Cafe' Lux
  • Mixe
  • Senses Restaurant
  • East Market
  • Amaya Resorts & Spas - Kuda Rah - Main Restaurant

About this property

LUX* South Ari Atoll

Elegant beach resort and hot tub
Guests staying at LUX* South Ari Atoll enjoy access to a full-service spa, a gym, and a sauna. Front-desk staff can answer questions 24/7, and assist with securing valuables, concierge services, and dry cleaning/laundry. Other amenities at this beach resort include free WiFi in public areas, a hot tub, and a business center.
Guests can expect free WiFi and TVs with satellite channels. Beds are dressed in premium bedding and bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Other amenities include minibars, coffee makers, and ceiling fans.
Recreational amenities at the resort include a hot tub, a sauna, and a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

LUX* Me Spa has 4 treatment rooms. Massages are available on the beach and in the spa; other services include facials, body scrubs, and body treatments. The spa is open daily.

Languages

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

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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
  • Hot tub
  • Kayaking
  • Library
  • Motor boating
  • Personal motorized watercraft
  • Playground
  • Rowing/canoeing
  • Sailing
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Tennis
  • Volleyball
  • Water skiing
  • Windsurfing

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Turndown service

Business services

  • Business center

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
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

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

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

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 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 Airplane 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 at the property
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
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
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

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 198 per night
  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • A tax is imposed by the city: USD 12.00 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 2 years of age.
  • Airplane transfer per adult: USD 495 (roundtrip)
  • Airplane transfer per child: USD 248 (roundtrip), from 2 to 11 years old

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 198 per night

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM—-midnight
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking in and out are easy with express services.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Reservations need to be made in advance for massage services. Contact the resort at the phone number listed on your booking confirmation.
  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • There are no elevators.

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 a free cancellation option available at LUX* South Ari Atoll?

LUX* South Ari Atoll offers free cancellation on select room rates. To learn more, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

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

As of Jun 27, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at LUX* South Ari Atoll on Jun 28, 2025 start from $210.0, 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's there to see near LUX* South Ari Atoll?

This resort is located in Dhidhoofinolhu Island and just steps from Ari Atoll and Dhidhoofinolhu Marina. You'll also find Dhigurah Beach and Vakarufalhi Island Beach nearby.

Is there parking available at LUX* South Ari Atoll?

No, there isn't parking available at the resort.

Is a spa located at LUX* South Ari Atoll?

LUX* Me Spa is the resort's spa and services include beach massages, body scrubs, facials, and mani/pedis.

Does LUX* South Ari Atoll feature a casino?

No, LUX* South Ari Atoll doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at LUX* South Ari Atoll?

No, this resort doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is a hot tub.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at LUX* South Ari Atoll?

There are many amenities for couples at this resort, including 2 bars plus some guestrooms feature private pools and in-room massages.

Are there hot tubs at LUX* South Ari Atoll?

Yes, this resort has a spa tub.

Does LUX* South Ari Atoll feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, LUX* South Ari Atoll has 7 restaurants, and serves breakfast each morning for a surcharge.

Will LUX* South Ari Atoll allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at LUX* South Ari Atoll.

Are there connecting rooms at LUX* South Ari Atoll?

Yes, this resort has connecting guestrooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at LUX* South Ari Atoll?

Yes, some guestrooms at LUX* South Ari Atoll offer a furnished patio and may feature ocean views.

LUX* South Ari Atoll Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 247 out of 309 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 49 out of 309 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 309 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 309 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 309 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

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing location with equally amazing staff, facilities, rooms and dining options. It really lived up to the hype.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Claire

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing family holiday

We had an amazing time on this beautiful island. The place is amazing but the staff really make it stand out. Everyone is so friendly and so good with the children. The wonderful and ever smiling mophiso even carried my feverish daughter to my bungalow one night. We hope we can come back soon
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erika

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luis

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing

Beautiful place, with it's own sand bank, very nice and friendly staff. Lots of options for food. Many photo areas throughout the island. Loved my experience. Would come back and recommend to others.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ruba

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love the experience unforgettable in glad I stayed at LUX
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

4/10 Poor

Gurinderpal

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ishani

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Jezreel

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is beautiful with a lot of dining options.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Agostinho, Luanda

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Manuel

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nothing All was as showed and described Great place the getaway with that someone special on your live I will come back several times and enjoyed as the very first time.!!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Abdel elah

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent property all around. Plenty of food options. I’d definitely recommend the all inclusive deal. Lots of activities for couples and families. Fantastic staff and customer service all around. The island in itself is gorgeous. It’s about 2 km long with a sand bar at low tide that connects it to a neighboring local island (although crossing over is not allowed). Very walkable and they offer club cars and bikes if you prefer not to walk. Diving center and water sports facilities on premises. Highly recommended.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Brian, Turner

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Reception staff was not good the Watters bartenders and house keeper were outstanding specially Mode and Jomon a very special thank you to them they made our trip great!!! And welcomed us like family
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Mark, Cheltenham

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic location and an amazing place. Staff were so friendly and helpful. We really enjoyed our stay. The only reason I dropped one star overall is that I felt the food and drinks were very overpriced considering the good but not excellent quality. We were stunned by the buffet cost considering we are not big eaters.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2024

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

Traveled 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

Traveled 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

Traveled 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

Traveled 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